Rescue flight takes off from El Paso: 63 dogs and 9 cats en route to new forever homes
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Early this morning, 63 dogs and 9 cats boarded a plane taking them from El Paso to different animal shelters in Washington,…
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Animal Services gives update on new department plans
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –Animal Services Operation Manager Adan Parra gave a presentation to city council on June 10 on the development of the new El…
Continue Reading Christina Sanchez voted in as County Attorney
El Paso County Commissioners Court unanimously voted to appoint Christina Sanchez as county attorney on June 10. “I’m so excited to begin this new…
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El Paso County Commissioners Court approves DA’s request to transfer asset forfeiture funds for legal defense from the County’s SB4 lawsuit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioner Court approved District Attorney Bill Hick’s request to transfer $53,000 from the asset…
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City of El Paso reactivates cooling centers ahead of potentially record-setting heat
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is reactivating its community cooling centers Tuesday, June 11, 2024 until further notices. Everyone is…
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Molina Healthcare hosting men’s health event
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Molina Healthcare of Texas is hosting an event for seniors this Men’s Health Month. The event will feature free blood…
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Texas Department of Public Safety reminds Texans to plan for hurricane season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) wants to remind Texans to have an emergency plan in place. DPS says the 2024…
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Department of Homeland Security provides update on Border Security
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Officials from the Department of Homeland Security will provide an update on border security operations. They will also talk…
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El Paso County votes to ban use, sale of fireworks with “fins and missiles” during July 4th holiday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Certain types of fireworks will be banned for sale and use in El Paso County due to ongoing drought conditions. El Paso…
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City of El Paso looking for community input on 2025 budget
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is hosting several community meetings to get feedback on its upcoming budget. The meetings are designed…
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El Paso County seeks public input on potential bond proposal
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — County leaders are asking for public input on a proposed $490 million capital improvement bond that could go to a vote in…
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Police searching for a hit-and-run driver they say caused a deadly crash
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Crime Stopper of El Paso and El Paso Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of pick up truck they…
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Father’s Day special: A memorable horse trail ride experience
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Father’s Day is approaching, and for a unique gift idea, why not treat your dad to a scenic horse trail ride? This week’s…
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ABC-7 at 4: ‘Mija, Yes You Can.’ and Pioneers21 Launch “Mija Pioneers” Summer Program
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Enrollment is now open for “Mija Pioneers,” a one-day summer program organized by Mija, Yes, You Can, and Pioneers21.…
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SISD school board votes no on raises; reduces health plan contributions
by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersJune 7, 2024 The Socorro school board voted Thursday not to give teachers and staff raises for the 2024-25…
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El Paso Sheriff’s Office: Scammers caught attempting to steal from several families
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dannia Gonzalez and Jonathan Ambriz were just arrested for outstanding theft of service warrants after deputies say they…
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El Paso Public Libraries host unveiling ceremony for the new Enhanced Library Card Program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The unveiling ceremony for the Enhanced Library Card happened at 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 7th at the José Cisneros Cielo…
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Texas Tech Health El Paso and UTEP announce new MedFuture cohort
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — MedFuture started last year and UTEP says it’s creating pathways for qualified students to be admitted right out of high…
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El Paso Animal Services says improvements needed at Morehead shelter
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City council will hear from El Paso Animal Services Monday about its progress at its shelter at the former Morehead Middle…
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El Paso cardiologist emphasizes the importance of learning CPR and using AEDs
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Doctors are highlighting the importance of learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using automated external…
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Video screening of Oct. 7 attack in Israel held in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — About two dozen people were invited to attend a private screening of the videos taken during the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas…
Continue Reading Chihuahuas announce ‘Looney Tunes Night’ event
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Chihuahuas announced their ‘Looney Tunes™ Night’ event on Saturday, June 8, at Southwest University Park. Gates open…
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ABC-7 at 4-Smart Money: Senior Citizen Scams
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Do you know someone who has been the victim of a financial scam? According to an AARP report in 2023, which used data from…
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ABC-7 at 4: All of Us Journey Tour to Stop in El Paso
El Paso, Texas ( KVIA)- El Paso is one of the stops on the All of Us Journey’s national tour. The community will be able to learn how to participate…
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The Border Network for Human Rights launches “Summer of Resistance” campaign
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) hosted a press conference to launch the “Summer of Resistance” campaign. It…
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EPISD Education Foundation hosting annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso ISD Education Foundation hosted its’ annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 6:00…
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ABC-7 at 4: Sun Bowl Association to host adult flag football tournament
El Paso, Texas ( KVIA-TV)-The Sun Bowl Association and the Southwest Flag Football League have teamed up again to host the Fourth…
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Joy Spa in west El Paso shut down for allegedly ‘providing erotic services’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Attorney is temporarily closing Joy Spa, a business on the 7200 block of North Mesa in West El Paso, for…
Continue Reading New study predicts more than 60% of U.S. adults will have cardiovascular diseases by 2050
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The American heart association states 61% of adults in the U.S. will have cardiovascular diseases over the next 2 decades.…
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City of El Paso holding community meeting for new Safe Routes to School Action Plan
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is hosting a community meeting to discuss its Safe Routes to School Action Plan. The meeting is…
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