Borderland pet owners urged to keep their pets safe this 4th of July
EL PASO, Texas – Pet owners across the Borderland are encouraged to keep their pets safe and bring them indoors this Independence Day. Each 4th of…
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Here’s what you need to know this Fourth of July holiday
EL PASO, Texas — From safety tips to restrictions, and even where you catch catch a glimpse of fireworks lighting up the Borderland skies, here’s…
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ABC-7 Xtra: Bang for your buck
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso city council hosted hearings this past week to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023. What are the top…
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4th of July fireworks: How you and your family can stay safe this Independence Day
EL PASO, Texas – Independence Day is Monday, and plenty of people are going to go light fireworks to celebrate. While this is a traditional way to…
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One person taken to the hospital after a multi-car crash near the state line
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Fire department and Police department responded to a two vehicle crash near the state line. It happened at Stan Roberts…
Continue Reading Fireworks restrictions: Where you can and can’t purchase and use fireworks in El Paso and Doña Ana Counties
EL PASO, Texas – It’s that time of year again, and people are going to celebrate Independence Day by shooting off fireworks. However, this year’s…
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WATCH: El Paso County Sheriff’s Detention Officer rescues family from burning trailer home
EL PASO, Texas — An off-duty El Paso County Sheriff’s Detention Officer saved a family from a burning trailer home, according to the Sheriff’s…
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Officials: El Paso detention officer attacked inside her unit by inmate during transport; customs agent comes to her rescue
Editor’s Note: An earlier version of this story indicated the incident happened at 3:45 a.m., as mentioned during the live news conference. Court…
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Estela Casas awards scholarships to local students in their efforts to fight cancer
EL PASO, Texas — Various El Paso organizations awarded scholarships to local students that have made efforts in the fight against cancer. “When I…
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County Judge says proactive approach needed post “Remain in Mexico” policy
EL PASO, Texas- El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego says the County and City of El Paso are prepared for migrants to begin entering the United…
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Man identified in connection to deadly east El Paso shooting
UPDATE: Federal officials say the man who died after being shot by an officer Wednesday was 29-year-old Luis Angel Garcia. Officials say Garcia was…
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Person injured in crash between motorcycle and truck in central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — First responders were called out to 4300 Montana and US 54 after a crash between a truck and a motorcycle. There are reports of one…
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El Paso Police: Nurse threats to “end” officers’ lives with fentanyl caught on video
EL PASO, Texas – Court records obtained by ABC-7 state a man threatened to harm officers by giving them, “all the (expletive) Fentanyl to (expletive)…
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Program for EPISD students exercises the body, the mind
EL PASO, Texas — What started out as an after school program at one EPISD school is growing to other schools. Thanks to a grant from the Department…
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WATCH: Man shot, another taken into custody, in organized crime investigation, say officials
UPATE: 7:20 p.m. — The Department of Homeland Security said one suspect was shot and another, who fled the scene, is now in custody. Officials…
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City manager, city attorney to get pay raises following annual evaluations
City Manager Tommy Gonzalez is getting a pay raise for the second time this year, while City Attorney Karla Nieman is receiving a third salary…
Continue Reading El Paso Police: Registered nurse threatened to kill officers by giving them Fentanyl at his hospital
EL PASO, Texas — A 30-year-old registered nurse threatened to kill officers by giving them Fentanyl if he ever saw them at the hospital where he…
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County Commissioners meet about improvements to County Coliseum and Ascarate Park
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso County Commissioners heard from their economic development department Wednesday morning about possible upgrades and…
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The Hospitals of Providence East Campus unveils $20 million expansion
EL PASO, Texas — The Hospitals of Providence East held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil its new $20 million expansion project. The expansion will…
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A new way to stay in El Paso, Boxstel coming soon
EL PASO, Texas – In Downtown El Paso, soon, there will be a new option for tourists to choose to get their rest and relaxation. Boxstel – Modern Stay…
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‘Encanto’ Screenwriter Germaine Franco to attend 15th Annual Plaza Classic Film Festival
EL PASO, Texas — Disney’s ‘Encanto’ Screenwriter, El Pasoan Germaine Franco, will be attending this year’s 15th Annual Plaza Classic Film Festival…
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Keeping your pet safe during the Fourth of July holiday
EL PASO, Texas — It might be your favorite sight during the Fourth of July holiday, but chances are you pet is not a fan of fireworks. The loud…
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Memorial held for Erika Gaytan; family reacts to Marquez sentencing
EL PASO, Texas – It was a somber sight at Saint Mark Catholic Church in East El Paso Tuesday evening, where family members of Erika Gaytan gathered…
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Erika Gaytan’s family speaks out after her killer is sentenced
EL PASO, Texas – The family of Erika Gaytan was emotional as Ricardo Marquez learned his punishment Tuesday. Judge Sam Medrano sentenced Ricardo…
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75 years in prison for the man found guilty of killing Erika Gaytan
UPDATE: Judge Sam Medrano issued the sentence Tuesday morning after hearing impact statements and from character witnesses Monday and Tuesday…
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Teen arrested for DUI, speeding and crashing into parked car
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso County Sheriff Deputies responded to a crash in the 5000 block of Fort Defiance Drive in Far East El Paso on Sunday. During…
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El Paso County Commissioners allow El Paso County Hospital District to publicly post they want to use taxpayer money to expand services
EL PASO, Texas — In a 3-2 vote Monday, El Paso County Commissioners allowed the El Paso County Hospital District to alert the public that they want…
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District Attorney announces target date for Crusius state trial for Walmart shooting
EL PASO, Texas — District Attorney Yvonne Rosales has announced a target date for the state trial against Patrick Crusius, the accused August 3rd…
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City council discusses budget for 2023
EL PASO, Texas — For the next three days, El Paso city council and staff will discuss the proposed budget for the 2023 fiscal year. Public surveys…
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Man dies in El Paso Police custody after being tased at northeast gas station
EL PASO, Texas — A 36-year-old man died in police custody Monday morning after he was tased outside a northeast El Paso gas station. The Crimes…
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