EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The dust-prone desert of the Borderland may be ideal for solar energy, a new study at the University of Texas at El Paso found. Thursday, UTEP shared findings from a study conducted in Alamogordo, New Mexico, where researchers monitored six solar panels from 2022-2024. Twenty-two dust events happened during the
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UPDATE (June 3, 2026, 6:30 p.m.) — Mayor Renard Johnson says he understands residents’ concerns about the proposed Meta data center, but warned that canceling the project could trigger years of costly litigation that taxpayers may ultimately have to help fund. “If we were to enter into any litigation with that particular company, and if
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality granted El Paso County a contested case hearing on its recent air quality permit requested for the Marathon refinery in South-Central. A contested case hearing is a process similar to a civil trial in state court. The process will allow for more information
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — During his radio show Wednesday morning, KLAQ’s Buzz Adams got a makeover. KLAQ’s crew surrounded Adams to watch his eyebrows and hair slowly come off. The radio host lost a bet with Nico, a member of the show, on the Western Conference NBA Finals. Adams and Nico said they chose
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, Airbnb presented a $225,000 donation for anti-human trafficking organizations based in Texas, including two from El Paso. Texas leaders united in El Paso to renew their commitment to combat human trafficking. Texas Senator César Blanco was among the crowd. “Human trafficking isn’t always visible. It can occur in our
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by Priscilla Totiyapungprasert Nearly 180 detainees are under quarantine for possible measles exposure at Camp East Montana, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility on Fort Bliss, city health officials told El Paso Matters on Wednesday. The facility initiated quarantine after 16 detainees were identified as contacts of two confirmed measles cases at a detention facility in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas football program received $500,000 from Tropicana Homes to support its transition to the Mountain West Conference this fall. “UTEP Football has always been an important part of the spirit and identity of El Paso,” Tropicana Homes co-owner Bobby Bowling IV said in a statement. “We believe
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The family of late El Paso artist Hal Marcus, under the Paso del Norte Community Foundation, created the Hal Marcus Art Foundation in his honor. The foundation will launch June 6, which would have been Marcus’ 75th birthday, PDN Foundation said. Three projects are in line to be completed throughout
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Inside her home, El Pasoan Betty Landin enthusiastically shows off her creation –The Wander Pillow. At the beginning of the year, the female entrepreneur applied to be a contestant on ABC’s Shark Tank. The ABC television show recently closed its nationwide search. The popular program helps entrepreneurs and inventors take
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Deputies arrested a 22-year-old man after he was wanted in connection with an aggravated robbery charge, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday. On Monday, deputies received information about Justin Ray Chavez’ location. They found him on the 12300 block of Campo Bello Drive off Camino De La Rosa
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ALS, or Lou Gherig’s disease is a disease that borderland doctors say isn’t talked about enough. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects the neurons or cells that control the muscles, and leads to muscle weakness and eventually paralysis. Dr. Isabel Narvaez-Correa says patients start to have coordination and motor-function issues with tasks like buttoning clothes or
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UPDATE (9:43 p.m.) — Our ABC-7 crew said the scene was clear when they arrived. ABC-7 reached out to El Paso police for more information, but have not heard back. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso police said its Crimes Against Persons Unit is helping investigate a body recovered at the Rio Grande Levee
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UPDATE (June 2, 2026) — A lost cell phone led to the identification of Heriberto Chavez as a suspect of a murder involving a dumpster fire. ABC-7 obtained the arrest affidavit detailing how police traced the phone to Chavez. On May 29, El Paso firefighters put out a fire behind the Kelly Center for Hunger
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Organizations interested in managing the El Paso County Coliseum got an inside look at the historic venue Tuesday. The county opened the next phase of its search for a new operator. The El Paso Sports Commission managed the Coliseum for more than 20 years, but El Paso County is now
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UPDATE (JUNE 2, 2026) — According to court documents obtained by ABC-7, former UTEP football player, Jaylon Shelton, entered a plea deal with the El Paso District Attorney’s Office. Court documents reveal that Shelton’s initial charge was reduced from a felony to misdemeanor of Assault Causes Bodily Injury of a Family Member. As a part of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, the El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees decided to delay action on the school district’s financial standing. Board members were expected to vote on declaring financial exigency and implementing a massive saving plans. A financial exigency declaration means a school district’s financial resources aren’t enough to supports
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Summer break is about to begin in the borderland and it’s one of the toughest times of year for parents to feed their kids, as they lose access to the meals they relied on. El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Interim CEO Kris Yagel says El Paso has a food insecurity rate at almost 40%, which he
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Water from Elephant Butte made its way to the Rio Grande in El Paso. El Paso Water celebrated the release and said it will use the river water throughout the summer. “In addition to having this additional source of water, it’s all about saving the aquifer. And when we have
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With summer approaching, so are higher electricity bills. El Paso Electric shared some tips to keeping your home cool on a budget. EPE said to keep your thermostat at a high, steady temperature throughout the day with your windows and curtains closed. “Some of the alternatives that we recommend when
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso police arrested an 18-year-old for allegedly owning an illegal 3D-printed gun and shooting a gun at Scenic Drive, EPPD said Monday. On May 29, police were patrolling near Scenic Drive when they heard gunfire coming from the overlook. Officers came across an SUV on Wheeling Avenue near Scenic
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An abandoned house burned Sunday night in Northeast El Paso, the city’s fire department said. Monday, the El Paso Fire Marshal’s Office said the cause is arson. It happened on the 4900 block of Riley Court near Magoffin Middle School. The El Paso Fire Department said anyone with information about
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HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) –One person was sent to a hospital and another was arrested after a crash in Horizon City Sunday night, police said. Horizon City Police said at 10:04 p.m., officers went to the crash on the 15000 block of Horizon Boulevard, not too far from Horizon High School. Police said someone went
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the Borderland gears up for 100 degree-plus temperatures, an El Paso nonprofit will continue its annual fan drive to cool the community. Since 2004, the Extreme Weather Task Force said it has collected and given more than 10,000 box fans to people in need. Monday, the Extreme Weather Task
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CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez, through some of its departments, announced a new campaign to stop the spread of rickettsiosis in the region. More than 20 deaths related to the insect-borne disease have been reported this year so far, according to the Juárez Ecology Department. The disease, transmitted by ticks, exhibits a high
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing active-duty airman Ray Lopez. We thank you for your service. Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or who once served and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 29-year-old was arrested for alleged animal cruelty, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said Monday. On May 26, deputies, detectives and Animal Welfare officers went to the 12700 block of Montana Avenue near Rich Beem Boulevard after a suspected animal cruelty report, EPCSO said. Investigators found three dogs living
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by Jaden Edison, The Texas TribuneJune 1, 2026 The influx of nearly $8.5 billion to Texas schools last year did not stop many from cutting programs, eliminating staffing and closing campuses. The El Paso district, for example, faces a nearly $53 million budget shortfall and may soon declare a financial emergency. Meanwhile, the Crystal City
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Amistad celebrated its annual Lucy G. Humanitarian Awards on Saturday evening, recognizing community service while raising funds to support individuals in need across the region. The event highlighted Amistad’s ongoing mission to serve vulnerable populations, including older adults, at-risk individuals and people with disabilities. Since 1976, the organization, along with
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Deepening budget shortfalls are affecting some of the biggest school districts in El Paso – and more cuts to staffing are on the table. The El Paso Independent School District faces a nearly $53 million shortfall as auditors dig deeper into the district’s books. The Board of Trustees is set to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A baby great horned owl, named Hootie, is on the path to recovery and slated for release in the coming weeks after being found on ABC-7’s Hillary Floren’s lavender farm in Tularosa and received care from multiple wildlife organizations. Cressie Drummond was out for her morning walk when she spotted
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