EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Family and friends of 25-year-old Rey Mendez gathered at the intersection of Zaragoza and Americas, the place where Mendez died following a crash on Sunday, June 9. Mendez was the passenger in a truck driven by 36-year-old Ramon Jaime Parada. Police said Parada had fled from tribal police before speeding
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Early this morning, 63 dogs and 9 cats boarded a plane taking them from El Paso to different animal shelters in Washington, Wyoming and Oregon. The journey to find their new forever homes is made possible by Dog Is My CoPilot, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing at-risk animals from
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –Animal Services Operation Manager Adan Parra gave a presentation to city council on June 10 on the development of the new El Paso Animal Services Department, located in the former Morehead Middle School. Adan said they are pursuing this relocation as the current department, located in the old El Paso Times
Continue Reading El Paso County Commissioners Court unanimously voted to appoint Christina Sanchez as county attorney on June 10. “I’m so excited to begin this new journey,” Sanchez said. “I thank you for your support. I know I will continue to have that support.” Sanchez will serve as county attorney until previous County Attorney Joanne Bernal’s term
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioner Court approved District Attorney Bill Hick’s request to transfer $53,000 from the asset forfeiture fund to use for his legal defense in a County lawsuit against him involving SB4. The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas and the County of El Paso had sued the DA’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is reactivating its community cooling centers Tuesday, June 11, 2024 until further notices. Everyone is welcome to use the cooling centers to stay safe as potentially record-setting heat is forecasted the next few days. Cooling Centers The cooling centers will be open from 9 a.m.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Molina Healthcare of Texas is hosting an event for seniors this Men’s Health Month. The event will feature free blood pressure and glucose screenings, and free educational materials and resources. The first 20 people will get free haircuts, while the first 30 people will get free hygiene bags. The event
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) wants to remind Texans to have an emergency plan in place. DPS says the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season runs June 1st through November 30th. “These storms can pose a serious threat to communities, and it’s crucial that Texans are prepared for whatever may
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Officials from the Department of Homeland Security will provide an update on border security operations. They will also talk about the implementation of the Presidential Proclamation and Interim Final Rule. This is set to happen on Monday, June 10th 4:00 PM ET and hosted by DHS.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Certain types of fireworks will be banned for sale and use in El Paso County due to ongoing drought conditions. El Paso County Commissioner’s Court voted Monday morning to ban “skyrockets with sticks, or missiles with fins.” Not included in the ban are “permissible” fireworks, such as firecrackers. The decision
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is hosting several community meetings to get feedback on its upcoming budget. The meetings are designed to get input on what the city should prioritize during its budget development process. Community Meetings Westside Library (125 Belvidere): 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 11 Sun Metro’s Northgate Transit
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — County leaders are asking for public input on a proposed $490 million capital improvement bond that could go to a vote in November. The project recommendations aim to enhance the community but could also impact taxpayers. The Planning Board Advisory Committee has recommended allocating $340 million for general obligation projects.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Crime Stopper of El Paso and El Paso Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of pick up truck they say struck and killed a woman crossing the street. It happened May 28 just before 10 p.m. at the 6400 block of Doniphan and Borderland in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Father’s Day is approaching, and for a unique gift idea, why not treat your dad to a scenic horse trail ride? This week’s Sunday Funday moment, sponsored by Sarah Farms. Located in Anthony, New Mexico, at 6864 McNutt Rd, you’ll find Josh Evens, who operates his family-owned business, preparing horses
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Enrollment is now open for “Mija Pioneers,” a one-day summer program organized by Mija, Yes, You Can, and Pioneers21. The program is designed to equip middle and early high school students with the leadership, entrepreneurial, and wellness skills necessary to thrive beyond their teen years. Through hands-on activities and insightful presentations, participants
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by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersJune 7, 2024 The Socorro school board voted Thursday not to give teachers and staff raises for the 2024-25 school year and to require employees to pay for more of their health care costs to combat the district’s ongoing financial crisis. “The recommendations and decisions for these actions were
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dannia Gonzalez and Jonathan Ambriz were just arrested for outstanding theft of service warrants after deputies say they caught the pair attempting to scam El Pasoans. Deputies took Gonzalez and Ambriz into custody on the 13000 block of Sky Harbor June 6, 2024. Officials say the pair tried to get
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The unveiling ceremony for the Enhanced Library Card happened at 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 7th at the José Cisneros Cielo Vista Branch Library, 1300 Hawkins Blvd. The Enhanced Library Card program was launched by the City of El Paso’s Public Libraries, in collaboration with El Paso County and the Border Network
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — MedFuture started last year and UTEP says it’s creating pathways for qualified students to be admitted right out of high school to attend college and medical school in their hometown of El Paso. The announcement happened at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7th at the Medical Sciences Building II Auditorium, 137 Rick
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City council will hear from El Paso Animal Services Monday about its progress at its shelter at the former Morehead Middle School. In September, the council unanimously voted to purchase the former school, to be used as a shelter. One side of the shelter would be used for emergency sheltering
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Doctors are highlighting the importance of learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using automated external defibrillators (AEDs), life-saving skills that can make a critical difference in emergency situations. Learning CPR is not just for healthcare professionals, it’s a vital skill for everyone. According to the American Heart Association, more than 350,000
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — About two dozen people were invited to attend a private screening of the videos taken during the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas terrorist attack in Israel. The location was kept under wraps until roughly 24 hours before the screening in order to avoid protests or threats, according to the Israeli Consulate
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Chihuahuas announced their ‘Looney Tunes™ Night’ event on Saturday, June 8, at Southwest University Park. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and first pitch is slated for 6:35 p.m. The players will wear special edition Looney Tunes jerseys on the field that feature Buggs Bunny and graphic pencil images of
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Do you know someone who has been the victim of a financial scam? According to an AARP report in 2023, which used data from the FBI and others, an estimated $28.3 billion is lost in scams yearly. Investment Advisor Brian Mirau works with retirees daily in his financial planning firm. Brian explains
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El Paso, Texas ( KVIA)- El Paso is one of the stops on the All of Us Journey’s national tour. The community will be able to learn how to participate in the All of Us Research Program. The exhibit is a journey of discovery and fun. The All of Us Journey brings the National Institutes
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) hosted a press conference to launch the “Summer of Resistance” campaign. It happened Wednesday, June 5th at 10:30 a.m. at the BNHR Office on 2115 N. Piedras St. El Paso, Texas 79930. BNHR says it is “In response to the ongoing human and civil rights
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso ISD Education Foundation hosted its’ annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. It happened at the EPISD Professional Development Center (PDC) located at 6500 Boeing St., El Paso, Texas 79925. The foundation says they are awarding $81,500 in scholarships to 81 students
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El Paso, Texas ( KVIA-TV)-The Sun Bowl Association and the Southwest Flag Football League have teamed up again to host the Fourth Annual Sun Bowl Adult Flag Football tournament in El Paso, Texas, Friday-Sunday, August 23-25, 2024. The three-day event features monetary prizes awarded to the champions. The tournament will be played at the Westside Sports Complex in El Paso with various levels. The tournament levels are as follows:
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Attorney is temporarily closing Joy Spa, a business on the 7200 block of North Mesa in West El Paso, for “multiple alleged violations of the Texas Occupations Code and the Civil Practice and Remedies Code.” Courtesy: El Paso County Attorney “The closure comes as a result
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The American heart association states 61% of adults in the U.S. will have cardiovascular diseases over the next 2 decades. Heart diseases is the leading cause of death globally among men and women. Two factors that contribute to the increase are high blood pressure and obesity. Currently over 51% of
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