UTEP awarded $2.5 million grant to study nicotine dependence in women
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The new $2.5 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is part of the National Institutes of Health…
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KVIA, Borderland Crimes Podcast wins 2024 National Edward R. Murrow Award
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — KVIA ABC-7’s Borderland Crimes Podcast was one of the dozens announced as a winner of the 2024 National Edward R. Murrow…
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Maintaining a healthy pregnancy, tips from El Paso OB-GYN
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Ensuring a healthy pregnancy is a top priority for expecting mothers and taking the right steps early are critical. ABC-7…
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El Paso ISD loses millions in state funding
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– In an effort to determine if school campuses are following the Texas EducationAgency’s (TEA) Student Attendance Accounting…
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City manager hiring feels “rushed,” says selection committee member
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City of El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser is set to hold a news conference Thursday to address the city manager selection process.…
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‘Slap in the face’: Sister of man who died in fiery crash unsatisfied with suspects’ sentencing
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 26-year-old Saul Miguel Gutierrez and 21-year-old Kayla Nunez each pled guilty to two charges today: manslaughter and…
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Judge rules in favor of Pickett in franchise fee lawsuit, City of El Paso appealing
Update: The City of El Paso just announced that it is appealing the ruling on the Environmental Franchise Fee. “The City will be asking the 8th Court…
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EPISD loses potential $3.25 million in state funds over absences, poor attendance reporting
by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersAugust 13, 2024 The El Paso Independent School District potentially lost about $3.25 million in state funding…
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El Paso Water featured in Texas Monthly for water conservation, reclamation projects
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Water is the subject of an article in the August issue of Texas Monthly about the water utilities efforts to…
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El Paso sees increase in attacks against Border Patrol agents
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector says they have seen a recent increase in attacks against Border Patrol agents. The El…
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El Paso City Council votes to let voters decide on Multipurpose Center’s future
Editor’s Note: A previous version of this story listed Mayor Oscar Leeser as one of the people who voted in favor of the motion. Leeser did not…
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Renard Johnson files for El Paso mayoral race
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Local businessman Renard Johnson officially filed for candidacy in the El Paso mayoral race on August 13. In a meeting with…
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Paso del Norte Community Foundation awards $325,000 in student scholarships
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This year, over $325,000 dollars will be funding students’ success. The Paso del Norte Community Foundation celebrated its…
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ABC-7 at 4: Revolutionize Your HR and Business Leadership at DisruptHR El Paso 2.0
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV)-DisruptHR El Paso 2.0 is hosting an event to revolutionize your HR and business leadership mindset. This event challenges…
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El Paso City Council approves sending Multipurpose Center funding back to voters
Update: Just after noon Tuesday, El Paso City Council voted 5-3 to approve sending the funding for the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment…
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Watch: Parkland High School coach placed on administrative leave after apparent altercation with student
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A video appears to show a Parkland High School student being pushed down to the ground by an adult. You can see the video,…
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Author publishes children’s book that highlights El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Native El Pasoan Deanna Salcido Gutierrez is celebrating the publication of her first book. “El Paso Placita, A Tour for a…
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Future of El Paso Multipurpose Center could be up for voting in November
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — El Paso City Council is expected to make a decision that could possibly put the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment…
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Helping injured and sick animals: Inside the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans can help sick and injured animals get better, with the help of the Humane Society of El Paso. “We do have our own…
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August 12 proclaimed Cinta De Oro day in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — From now on, El Paso County will celebrate August 12 as Cinta De Oro Day. The county judge made the proclamation honoring…
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The highest-rated Mexican food in El Paso, according to El Pasoans
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The debate over which restaurant has the best Mexican food in El Paso has been going on for many years. This list took the…
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Trial begins for El Paso native accused of murdering journalist
By Julia Reinstein August 12, 2024, 12:48 PM The trial against Robert Telles — the former Nevada county official who allegedly murdered a…
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El Paso County Commissioners vote to put UMC, capital improvement bonds on the November ballot
Update: County Commissioners also voted to put the El Paso County Capital Improvement Program Project on the November ballot. “In September, a series…
Continue Reading Find out who repainted the “J” on the Franklin Mountains
El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — An old El Paso landmark just got a facelift. Organizers posted on social media last week explaining that the Thomas…
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City of El Paso hosts final meet-and-greet for city manager candidates
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — El Paso residents will have their final opportunity today to meet the four candidates running for city manager. The City of El…
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County Commissioners discuss two bonds that could increase taxes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioners will discuss adding the Capital Improvement Program Project and the University Medical Center…
Continue Reading La Nube sells out opening weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The wait is over, La Nube children’s museum is open and attracting hundreds of visitors during their first weekend of…
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Last day of tax-free weekend in Texas
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sunday, August 11, will be the last day for you to take advantage of Texas’ tax-free weekend. According to the Texas…
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