EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 spoke one-on-one with the El Paso woman who survived an acid attack in Hawaii back in April. El Paso native Davina Licon said she is still on her healing journey and feels hopeful despite the challenges she has faced throughout her recovery. Back on April 7th, the now 21-year-old
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As Thanksgiving approaches, El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank (EPFH) is reaching out to the community, urging individuals to play a crucial role in helping food-insecure neighbors. Traditionally, the day before Thanksgiving sets records for EPFH, and this year, they’re calling for volunteers to make an impact. Volunteers are the
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The Salvation Army is hosting their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive this Thursday. This year, more than ever, there is an increasing struggle of food insecurity. Joanna Estrada, public relations manager for The Salvation Army of El Paso, says “There’s going to be a lot of tough choices for families this
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It was a dream back in 1988 to put rhythms, sounds and musicians in the community together and create a big band. The Paso Del Norte Big Band came to fruition in October of 2013. Notes and inspiration coming from old, new and the culture of the area. “A lot
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — TSA said it is expecting to screen 30 million people this week, as Americans travel to family, friends, and different destinations for Thanksgiving. This marks the highest number of people expected to travel by air for the holiday since 2005. Many El Pasoans arrived early at El Paso International Airport
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In this week’s Sunday Funday moment, we present five Canutillo High School seniors: Angel Rodriguez, Evylyn Gesualdo Perez, Benjamin Lerma, Christian Choi, and Christopher Brock—who have been selected as QuestBridge finalists. If awarded, these students will receive over $200,000 in tuition, books, travel, housing, and food, providing a significant boost
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 11 families introduced new, adopted members at the 65th Judicial District Court Satuday. November 18th is National Adoption Day, and the court, joined by the El Paso Women’s Bar Association, the Court Appointed Special Advocates of El Paso, and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, held its annual
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A star is lighting up El Paso as of Saturday, and it’s not the one on the mountain. This one is atop the Christmas tree in the middle of San Jacinto Plaza, and was lit in celebration of the start of a seasonal tradition. El Paso WinterFest began Saturday in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “It’s something that I adore, its something that really gives back to the veterans in the country that deserve the type of care we give.” Deme Gonzalez is an El Pasoan and Navy veteran with 24 years of military service. He is the Executive Director of the Adopt-A-Vet Dental program
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Instead of using real-world weapons and Humvees, many soldiers at Fort Bliss now train virtually using the “Warriors Skills Trainer.” The system offers training on crew-level tasks such as mounted machine-gun firing. It offers an immersive training environment that puts trainees in high-stress virtual scenarios. Army combat veteran and certified
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Attorney, Jo Ann Bernal’s efforts to shut down allegedly illegal massage parlors is ongoing with the closure of yet another spa. The latest spa forced to temporarily close it’s doors was the Asian Spa Massage on the eastside on Yarbrough, where a woman who only spoke Mandarin
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP’s College of Education is hosting an education job fair Friday, November 17. It will be at the Don Haskins Center, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is open to UTEP students, alumni and members of the community with education experience and credentials, as well as anyone interested in entering the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Marcus Family, an El Paso Family who are local entrepreneurs and community leaders, made a $250,000 donation to the El Paso Children’s Hospital. Melinda and Meyer Marcus made the contribution to hospital to make sure the community’s children can access specialized pediatric care for decades to come. In honor
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A tow truck company and its driver are at the center of a lawsuit after a nine-car crash killed a young Veteran. Jorge Quintana was killed in a fiery crash after a tow truck failed to stop setting off a deadly chain reaction. The nine-car pile-up happened on loop 375 between Pebble Hills and
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by Special to El Paso Matters, El Paso MattersSeptember 20, 2023 By Adriana Chavarria and Sylvia Hernandez/Challenge Program co-directors Fifteen years ago, The Challenge Foundation partnered with Loretto Academy to develop the Loretto Academy Challenge Program. At the core of the Challenge Program’s mission is our unique approach to empower students through equitable access to
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by Diego Mendoza-Moyers, El Paso MattersNovember 16, 2023 County officials are planning to drain and clean the lake at Ascarate Park as the first step in a potentially major renovation of the 400-acre, 83-year-old park in the coming years. Deadly algae blooms have plagued the fish population within the 48-acre Ascarate Lake periodically over recent
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Her name is Peyton Walsh, but at the new Providence Children’s Hospital Level IV NICU, she is lovingly referred to as “Baby #1.” Baby Peyton earned the nickname by becoming the first preemie to move into the new NICU facility. Baby Peyton is escorted to her new temporary home. Courtesy:
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Giving back to those in need is always apart of the holiday spirit, and for some, that means giving the gift of life. Blood donations are a critical need in our community especially during this time. Monique Hilverding, senior donor recruitment representative, emphasizes that only 3% of the nation donates.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Southwest University celebrated the grand opening of its Culinary Institute. The institute will serve as a hub for aspiring chefs, culinary enthusiasts and anyone passionate about the culinary world. Benjamin Arriola, the president of the university, told ABC-7 after lengthy research they learned there was a high demand for these types
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — David Renteria is set to be executed Nov. 16 in Huntsville, Texas. The El Paso man has been on death row since being convicted of the 2001 kidnapping and killing of Alexandra Flores, 5, in a crime that stunned the El Paso community. One person who will be a witness
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is partnering with the Heart Gallery of El Paso to support children in the foster system. Many of these children are in need of forever homes. They are currently in the care of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, which is organizing the Heart Gallery. “Before Heart
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — AT&T is working with the Segundo Barrio community to paint a mural on a neighborhood basketball court. The painting is part of the company’s Revive tu Cancha program, made possible by “AT&T Believes.” The mural is located at 59 East 9th Avenue in the Segundo Barrio. Artist Gabriel Gaytan will
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The countdown to Thanksgiving has begun, however prioritizing your health should be the top priority this season. Before making plans with your loved ones, make sure to get vaccinated against COVID, RSV, and flu as early as today. With flu season typically peaking in January or February, last year El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens preparing to open its Penguin Exhibit, the zoo is asking the community to vote from a selection of five names to name a new penguin mascot. Among the five finalist names that would represent the Magellanic penguins are Pablo, Pancho, Pebbles, Patches,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Attorney’s Office has shut down Asia Spa Massage, located in East El Paso, after obtaining a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) following alleged illicit activities. Among the multiple allegations made against the massage parlor by the County Attorney’s Office, Asian Spa Massage has been “providing erotic services,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A spokesperson with the El Paso Fire Department is providing more information about what started a fire at an apartment complex in the Northeast. The fire happened on the 10400 block of Rushing Rd. at the Desert Sun Apartments Friday evening. Enrique Dueñas-Aguilar, with the fire department, told ABC-7 the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Frank Vilorio has been fishing at elephant butte lake for thirty years as a fishing guide. He’s a combo fishing expert – says he watches ABC-7 to get the latest forecast and uses some weather fishing folklore. The day I went out fishing was gorgeious – sunny and warm. The problem is, it’s not
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A GoFundMe account has been set up for 28-year-old Jorge Quintana, who friends say died in a nine-car crash on Loop 375 Wednesday evening. On the GoFundMe page family members described Jorge as a hero. “A true hero, loving husband, dedicated father, and selfless friend.” The page adds that Quintana
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP and Tropical Smoothie Cafe are teaming up to create a new smoothie for Miner fans to enjoy. “Liquid Gold” is made with orange juice, non-fat yogurt, white chocolate, and turbinado. The drink debuted November 11, 2023. The restaurant, which is owned by El Pasoans Kaleb and Patricia Warnock, will
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Minor League Baseball just named the El Paso Chihuahua’s Senior Vice President and General Manager Brad Taylor Executive of the Year. Taylor has worked in Minor League Baseball for 29 years, and has been with the Chihuahuas since the team’s start in 2013. The team set a sales record in
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