EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Honor Flight of Southern New Mexico and El Paso transports America’s Veterans to Washington DC to visit the memorials that honor those who served. The trip is about honoring our veterans and rolling out the red carpet for them before, during, and after they come back home. Most of the
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UPDATE – Some residents in El Paso’s Lower Valley are asking increased law enforcement presence in their area, especially with the upcoming lifting of Title 42. Residents in areas of the Lower Valley heard presentations from Border Patrol and Texas DPS, with neighborhoods are pushing for a heavy law enforcement presence. One resident of the
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EL PASO, Texas — The Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros event is back. El Paso Public Libraries are inviting the community to celebrate the holiday at Washington Park this Saturday. The event encourages El Pasoans of all ages, especially kids to celebrate Dia de los Niños by picking up a book. Families
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EL PASO, Texas — It’s an iconic broadway musical and it’s making it’s way to El Paso. ‘Cat’s’ — the record-breaking musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber — begins a four show run at the Plaza Thearte on Friday. The show has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages for decades. It’s now on
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Two El Paso Police officers involved in a vehicle pursuit in 2016 did not follow department policy or accurately assess the risk to innocent bystanders before beginning a high-speed chase on Stanton Street that resulted in the death of a bystander, a jury found last week.On Tuesday, the El Paso City Council voted to appeal
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Every April we focus on the national need and importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation. Currently, in Texas, more than 10,000 people are waiting for a transplant and 44% of Texans are not yet registered as a donor. People of all ages and backgrounds can be donors, including those with
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FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — High School students from Las Cruces had the unique opportunity to tour the William Beaumont Army Medical Center this week. On the tour they learned about the U.S. Army’s medical professions. “We just want to bring exposure to the Las Cruces Public School District and show the Army is not
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The fallout from the pandemic sent schools into lockdown, preventing recruiters from engaging with interested students and causing enlistment numbers to drop. TSgt Ricardo Perez said, “None of the recruiters were able to get into the schools for a couple of years, and so I’d like to consider that more
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EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Pro-Musica is closing out its season with a speacial concert Wednesday night. The trio ‘”Simply Three” — Glen McDaniel, violin, Nick Villalobos, bass and Zack Clark, cello — perform every music genre possible, from Classical to Gershwin, Jazz to Adele, Coldplay and even play their own compositions. The
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso man is facing aggravated assault charges after police accused him of shooting a woman. The shooting happened on the 4400 block of Hueco Avenue in Central El Paso on April 2. Officers were called out on reports of family violence. When officers arrived on the scene, they
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Community Foundations Plaza Classic Film Festival is bring back their screenwriting competition for a second year. The competition is open to anyone 18 and older. Requirements for submission must be a feature-length script of no more than 120 pages. There are no genre restrictions. Screenplays must be
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EL PASO, Texas — From west to east El Paso, to Southern New Mexico there’s a construction project in almost every part of the Borderland. Here’s a complete list of TxDOT’s and Las Cruces road closures April 23 to April 29. For updates in El Paso, click here. For a look at more information from TxDOT, click
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This week is national infant immunization week. It’s an annual event that promotes the benefits of immunizations to improve the health of children. This year, the primary focus of national infant immunization week is to have families stay on track with their children’s medical visits and the recommended vaccinations. All while
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For the first time in El Paso’s history, a giraffe has been born at the El Paso Zoo. Gigi gave birth to the male after 15 months of pregnancy. The healthy baby was delivered last Wednesday, April 19, at about 9 p.m. in the Zoo’s hoof stock barn with dad
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Editor’s note: This livestream is expected to start at 3 p.m. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The city will hold a media availability to discuss preparation ahead of the potential end of Title 42.
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Editors note: Graphic in interview says May 24. National Infant Immunization Week begins April 24. We apologize for the error. EL PASO, Texas — This week is National Infant Immunization Week. Immunize El Paso is offering resources to parents who need to get their kids up to date on their vaccines. This week Immunize El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Socorro Independent School District will be hosting a job fair today. S.I.S.D is looking to seek positions such as, security guards, bus drivers, cross guards, police officers, custodians and more. Candidates are encouraged to apply online before attending the job fair. People interested in working for the district will have
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today’s school systems face security risks and threats such as acts of targeted violence and bomb threats. According to the FBI, in 2022 almost 6000 school threats were reported to the FBI in the U.S., a 60% increase from the year 2021. A campaign was launched by El Paso law enforcement
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –The Young Women’s Leadership Conference brought together moms and daughters from throughout El Paso. The conference inspiring them to get a head-start in thinking about their future. It was a day filled with female empowerment, connecting young women, and teaching girls about how to be leaders. “I’ve learned about women in action,” said Lily
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With early voting starting Monday, El Pasoans may be feeling overwhelmed by the amount of propositions on the ballot. There are 11 propositions, covering a variety of topics that include leases, staffing, petition processes, and much more. One of those propositions – Prop I – concerns El Paso firefighters and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – EPPD has identified 25- year-old James Rubalcaba as the victim in a deadly crash on April 20th. The collision happened at the 800 block of N. Resler Dr, and occurred at 3:39 a.m. Special Traffic Investigators were called out to the scene. In news release sent out by the police
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Three people were taken to the hospital following a crash in West El Paso Sunday afternoon. The crash happened near the intersection of Resler Dr. and San Felipe Dr. before 5:00 p.m. One person was sent to the hospital with severe injuries and two people suffered minor injuries, according to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Three arrests have been made following an incident that led to a chase on April 17th in East El Paso. In a news release sent by EPPD, officers were patrolling the area near the Jaguar’s Gold Club. El Paso Police Officers saw a vehicle with two people inside, and stopped
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VINTON, Texas (KVIA) – An ATV crash at the intersection of Douglas Rd. and Kiely Rd. in Vinton left one man injured, according to the El Paso County Sheriff. It happened at 9:20 p.m. on Saturday. Special Traffic Investigators are investigating the cause of the crash. The investigation is ongoing, no further details have been
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Bikers, runners, and walkers can now enjoy nearly one more mile of the Paso del Norte Trail, after The City of El Paso celebrated the completion of the second segment of the Playa Drain Trail. The trail extends from Knights to Yarbrough. Also included is recreational areas such as benches,
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UPDATE: The second person was rescued and taken to an area hospital for treatment of non life-threatening injuries according the El Paso Fire Department. The U.S. Border Patrol has taken over the investigation. UPDATE: One person taken an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. Crews continue to work on the second rescue. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso County Sheriff deputies responded to disturbance call along the 800 block of Coach Rd just after 1 p.m. Friday. Deputies say they saw two men who were about to get into a fight. As deputies approached the two men, one of them fled and a chase ensued. 22-year-old
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s Comic-Con is back this weekend, April 21-23 at the El Paso Convention Center! Comic enthusiasts can enjoy a wide variety of things to do this year, with many vendors, artists, and even some well-known guests including Michael Rooker from ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Medical and first responder crews are warning El Pasoans of the dangers of electrical injuries following a teenage boy’s injuries after climbing an electrical pole. ABC-7 has confirmed that the boy who was critically injured has been transferred to a burn center in Lubbock, TX. According to the Mayo Clinic,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the expansion of the Paso del Norte Trail. A one-mile extension was added to the trail that extends from Knights Dr. to Yarbrough Dr. near the Mission Valley’s Shawver Park. If you are an avid walker,
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