EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso jury just acquitted a man of murder charges connected to a deadly shooting in 2021. Eduardo David Blanco was charged with using an AK-47 to shoot 26-year-old Atravius Burkes several times, according to an arrest warrant affidavit. The shooting stemmed from an argument between Blanco and Burke’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Pasoan’s love for skateboarding kept him rolling through the bumps and curbs in his life. He turned an idea that started with a board, into a mission that teaches skill and provides the youth with the support he once needed. “I struggled a lot,” said Luis Loya. Luis “Dino” Loya faced
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Paso del Norte Health Foundation has a partnertship with the Local Collaborative 3 (LC3). They say they aim to improve the mental health and substance use systems of care in Doña Ana County. They plan on doing this through action teams which would be working on specific policy, programs, and practice
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch, the statewide gas price average is $3.10 per gallon in Texas for regular unleaded fuel. That’s five cents more than today last week. Drivers in El Paso metro area are paying the most on average at $3.25 per gallon, that’s accourding to
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Update: EPISD officials confirm that Nunez worked for the district. “The El Paso Independent School District can confirm that Brian Troy Nunez served as support personnel from 2003 to 2019,” a spokesperson explained. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A grand jury has indicted Brian Troy Nunez on receiving and distributing, as well as possession of,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A federal court in El Paso just sentenced two women for their roles in the death of a 19-year-old mother. Court documents state 32-year-old Kathy Lee Nicole Bradford planned the sale of 10 counterfeit M-30 fentanyl pills to the victim, while 40-year-old Patricia Tafoya made the delivery. The mom died
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FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — Ft. Bliss’ top commander, Maj. Gen. Jim Isenhower, is leaving the post. Ft. Bliss officials confirm to ABC-7 that Isenhower’s last day will be July 11, 2024. The change of command ceremony will happen that day. Isenhower will hand over command to Maj. Gen. Curtis Taylor. “Isenhower will serve his
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The City of El Paso’s Capital Improvement Department invites the community to the Final Design Community Meeting for The Beast Urban Park Phase II. The public is encouraged to review and discuss the final design for the park’s second phase, which will begin construction in early 2025. Your feedback is crucial in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Viral sensation Marissa Teijo, the oldest contestant in the history of the Miss Texas USA pageant, visited the KVIA studio, captivating the staff with her inspiring story. Courtesy: Marissa Teijo Teijo, a 71-year-old from East El Paso, gained widespread attention and acclaim for her dedication to fitness and personal growth,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The General Services Administration (GSA) is holding a public meeting to present details about their plan to modernize the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA). Plans for the bridge include: No Action Viable Action Alternative 1a- Multi-level Modernization (high/Low Booths) Primarily within Existing Port Boundaries with Minor Land Acquisition Immediately Adjacent to
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Update: A 1st Armored Division spokesperson provided ABC-7 with the following statement. “Sgt. Coreydon Stepaniak is a wheeled vehicle mechanic assigned to the 1st Armored Division. He joined the Army April 5, 2011. He’s been assigned to Fort Bliss since 2018. His awards include the Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TX)- As we watched the natural disaster unfold in Ruidoso last week, we all wanted to help the small community that had been ravaged by fire. As we watched the news, so did criminals, who will not hesitate to exploit you and others who want to help those who need help in
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Cup or cone? To get the scoop on all things ice cream, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated ice cream shops in El Paso using data from Yelp.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It is hot out there and everyone can be at risk in the heat. Kids can still have fun in the sun as long as grown ups follow safety guidelines. ABC-7 spoke with Blanca I. Garcia, M.D., a pediatrician at Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso. Doctor Garcia says you should make sure kids are staying hydrated by drinking water. She says
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JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Chihuahua Attorney General’s Office said today an El Paso man is accused of homicide for causing a crash that killed. He is 45-year-old Henry Raygoza. Our news partners at Channel 44 obtained security video that shows the crash. Investigators say he was driving a black Jeep. It rear-ended a Honda,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Academy Award winner Mira Sorvino will make an appearance at this year’s Plaza Classic Film Festival. Sorvino will appear at the screening of Mighty Aphrodite at 7:00 PM Friday, July 19 and at the screening of Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion at 3:30 pm Saturday, July 20, 2024. Sorvino
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of the largest homeless shelters in El Paso is expanding its services, as well as structurally at one of its locations in South-Central El Paso. The expansion “includes four large projects,” according to Deputy Director for the center, John Martin. Projects The first project the center is currently working
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Hundreds of fans stormed the Sun Bowl field Sunday night after a friendly match between FC Juarez and Club America. Videos of the fans storming the field went viral on social media, with many people claiming what happened was a negative look in El Paso. ABC-7 spoke with El Pasoans
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A 71-year-old made history this weekend by competing for the title of Miss Texas USA, giving new meaning to the old adage that age is just a number. Marissa Teijo, Miss Paso del Norte, set the record for the oldest contestant in pageant history when she took the stage as one of 75 contestants vying
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso will break ground on its future Special Operations Division station Wednesday, June 26, 2024. The new 27,000-square-foot station, which consolidates Fire Stations 1, 9, and 11, will be located at 222 South Campbell Street in Downtown El Paso. City officials say the consolidation is happening
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Update: Deputy City Manager Mario D’Agostino provided ABC-7 with a statement about Taneja’s hiring today. “Dr. Taneja was formally hired by Interim City Manager Cary Westin, this is standard protocol for all new directors. The City of El Paso is aware of the accusations against Dr. Taneja during his time at the Tarrant County Public
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is getting $1 million form Google’s Cybersecurity Clinics Fund to establish its own cybersecurity clinic. “Cybersecurity clinics at higher education institutions provide free digital security services to under-resourced organizations, similar to how law or medical schools offer free community clinics,” officials stated Monday. “The new UTEP Miners Cybersecurity Clinic
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Fans came from all over to be apart of the historic game. Around 30,000 fans came out dressed in bright yellow or green, supporting their them. Club América were the popular team among fans. One fan said he drove from Chaparral just to share this experience with this son. Another woman
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EL PASO, Texas — Construction season is in full swing across the Borderland this week, with projects spanning from West El Paso to Southern New Mexico. Here is the list of closures for June 24 to 28, stay informed with TxDOT’s latest road closures and updates here as you plan your travels. Drive safely! I-10
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A duo of El Paso influencers have left their jobs as a lawyer and salesman to concentrate full time on continuing their efforts of being the top content creators for local social media, all-the-while, bringing thousands of eyeballs right here to the 9-1-5 by focusing on all the positives we
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person is in the hospital after being shot in Northeast El Paso Saturday morning, according to police. Police said Crimes Against Persons is investigating a “Burglary of Habitation” call at the 4800 block of Tholos Court shortly after 4:30 a.m. Police said not say how severe the victim’s injuries
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio del Toro were just spotted in El Paso. Several social media users have been posting about the pair being spotted around town, including images of them eating at Cafe Central. Yo pasando todos los dias por ahi y sin saber que Leonardo DiCaprio y Benito del
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With the 4th of July just around the corner, firework stands will begin “popping up” around the city. It’s important to be up-to-date with El Paso’s regulations so you and your friends can enjoy fireworks safely this season free of fines. “In the city of El Paso, it’s always banned to
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Originally Published: 21 JUN 24 10:25 ET Updated: 21 JUN 24 10:27 ET By John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court upheld a federal law Friday that bars guns for domestic abusers, rejecting an argument pressed by gun rights groups that the prohibition violated the Second Amendment. In the case United States v. Rahimi,
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RUIDOSO, NM (KVIA) — Thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate their homes due to the ongoing wildfires in New Mexico, leaving many feeling scared and vulnerable. The sudden and unexpected nature of these evacuations can have a profound impact on mental health, leading to conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. ABC-7 spoke
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