EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The International Museum of Art and the El Paso Black Arts Association are celebrating Black History Month with their second annual Black Arts Gallery, spotlighting Black excellence, creativity and community through the work of local artists. The exhibition features 125 pieces created by artists from the region, highlighting a wide range
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– An El Paso family is turning to the community for support, organizing a parade to help raise money for their daughter’s upcoming surgery. Jaylynn Rodriguez may look like a happy, healthy baby, but behind her bright eyes is a serious medical condition that has shaped her young life. “I’m very blessed
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Redfin Real Estate compiled data on the affordability of buying versus renting in El Paso, TX.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A migrant shelter in downtown El Paso has taken in more than 100 people released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities so far this month, according to Ruben Garcia, the executive director of Annunciation House. He said ICE has released 125 people to the shelter since the start of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With the January 31st deadline to make 2025 property tax payments in Texas landing tomorrow, property owners in El Paso County will want to keep in mind that the last day to make payments in person is today. According to the El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector’s office, all tax offices
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— 12-year-old Arykah Brown has been recognized by the Recording Academy, the music industry’s highest honor. The 7th grader at Spec. Rafael Hernando III Middle School is heavily involved in fine arts. She sings and plays piano and guitar. She’s also a member of Sound Stage 9, which offers performance-based music education.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Both anti-ICE and pro-ICE protests are happening across El Paso and Las Cruces today. Hundreds of Borderland residents are participating and making their voices heard. They are speaking out from every part of the political spectrum. That includes some students at area high schools who organized walk-outs. ABC-7 is providing
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has obtained data that shows the amount of deaths in El Paso County Jails over the past 10 years. The data shows that since 2020, deaths have risen, specifically suicides. Typically from 2015 to 2020, suicides had been at two, one, or zero per year. There were no suicides
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso family said they had to go request medical help for George Vargas because jail workers were not doing anything about him not feeling well for days. He later died. Vargas, 27, was being held at the El Paso County Jail since March of 2025. He was accused
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Court documents show that District Court Judge Marlene Gonzalez has recused herself from the case of an unaccompanied migrant child. “Not for the reasons alleged in Petitioner’s Motion to Recuse, but in the interest of judicial economy, this Court voluntarily recuses itself from further ruling in this cause,” a document
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Children of immigrants who are held in detention far longer than federal guidelines face serious and lasting mental and physical health consequences, according to recent research. A study by the advocacy group Children at Risk found that roughly 400 migrant children were detained in Texas facilities for an average of 168
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Southwest University Park is holding a job fair Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The job fair is happening at the WestStar Club at the ballpark. Job seekers will have the opportunity to apply for the following variety of part-time, seasonal, and event-based positions: Guest Services Cleaning Crew
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Temperatures are expected to fall into the low 30s overnight, and a winter weather advisory remains in effect until 11 a.m., prompting officials to urge residents to take precautions against the cold and stay home if possible. Doctors say residents who remain at home should still take steps to stay warm.
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As we continue seeing low temperatures, families at home are trying to stay warm however they can. But carbon monoxide can be produced accidentally at home. Carbon monoxide can be a deadly gas if it goes undetected for long. A detector will alert you about the colorless and odorless gas in your home that can cause
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In March and April of 2025, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton tried to pass a rule that would have made certain counties turn over prosecutorial data in certain cases. The rule has been shut down twice by appeals courts in Texas, but Paxton still wants to get it passed. El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso leaders are looking to address drunk driving, which they call a critical issue here in the Borderland. At a news conference today, officials say that over the last three years, traffic deaths have decreased by 24% and 5000 DWI arrests have been made. District Attorney James Montoya spoke
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Northwest El Paso residents are voicing concerns about traffic and safety as Canutillo ISD prepares to build a new campus for Alderete Middle School near growing neighborhoods in the area. Despite rainy and gloomy conditions, dozens of northwest El Paso residents gathered inside Reyes Elementary School for a community meeting
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Debra Lynch, a Delaware-based nurse practitioner accused of shipping abortion drugs to El Paso. Lynch operates Her Safe Harbor, a group that Paxton says routinely sends the abortion drug mifepristone and misoprostol to women in other states. “The organization advertises abortion pills by
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego and the County Commissioners spoke about a potential new DHS facility in Clint today. They discussed their responsibilities and legal rights to detention facilities in the county. Samaniego said he doesn’t think a new detention facility makes sense. He wants to discuss this further
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Update (3:35 p.m.): City of El Paso spokesperson Laura Cruz-Acosta sent ABC-7 the following statement: “We are heartbroken by the loss of life and extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and all those affected. The incident is currently under investigation. To protect the integrity of that process, the City cannot discuss details at
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Several flights in and out of El Paso have been canceled today due to the ongoing impacts of the winter storm that is hitting the eastern United States. Keep track of all the flight arrivals and departures at El Paso International Airport below. Your browser does not support iframes. ABC-7
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by Inside Climate News, The Texas TribuneJanuary 26, 2026 This story is published in partnership with Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for the ICN newsletter here. EL PASO — In October 2025, local officials celebrated the groundbreaking of a 1-gigawatt, $1.5 billion data
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– A team of researchers at the University of Texas at El Paso has uncovered findings that could change how people interact with artificial intelligence, particularly through voice-based systems. The research suggests that AI speech does not currently reflect how people naturally speak. In everyday conversation, humans often articulate words less precisely
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– As rainy conditions increase the risk of crashes, AAA is reminding drivers to prepare their vehicles and adjust their driving habits before hitting wet roads. A spokesperson for AAA, Daniel Armbruster, said the first step is making sure a vehicle is road-ready, starting with tires. Drivers should check tire pressure and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Former Eastlake High School Coach Matthew Taylor has filed a charge of discrimination with the EEOC and intends to pursue his claims, according to the Baeza Law Firm. The firm is representing Taylor in this case. In addition to the charge of discrimination, Taylor has also filed a grievance seeking
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso says that its Streets and Maintenance crews are prepared to respond to the winter weather conditions expected to hit the Borderland this weekend. The winter storm is expected to blanket most of the eastern United States and bring colder temperatures and storm conditions to El
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CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The start of the new year is statistically a busy time for local animal shelters. Following the New Year’s celebrations, many pets run away, lost and scared. However, the Animal Rescue League of El Paso told ABC-7 that they continue to see a large influx of animals year-round, not just during
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–With cooler temperatures expected across the Borderland, drivers are being urged to prepare for potentially icy road conditions, especially those not accustomed to winter driving. While many people travel local roads daily, icy conditions can pose a challenge for drivers unfamiliar with winter weather. The Texas Department of Transportation says its crews
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For air travelers without a Real ID, you will have to pay extra at the airport — including at El Paso International Airport. TSA is rolling out ConfirmID nationwide at airport security checkpoints beginning February 1, 2026. ConfirmID provides an optional identity verification process for travelers without a Real ID. TSA officials say the fee is $45. “We’re going
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso doctor has agreed to pay $200,000 to resolve allegations that he violated the Controlled Substances Act, the False Claims Act, and the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. That is according to federal prosecutors. “The allegations involved the issuance of 255 controlled substance prescriptions to 15 individuals
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