New Mexico reports 1st case of human plague in 2026
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — A Santa Fe County woman died from plague, the New Mexico Department of Health said Thursday. It was the first human case…
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Woman pushes through pain; inspires others
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sarah Zambrano is the epitome of strength and determination. She’s a crossfit competitor, a runner, and a mother of two.…
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New Mexico ranchers prepare for New World screwworm impact
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The USDA confirmed New Mexico’s first screwworm case Monday. NMSU Assistant Entomology Professor Dr. Caleb Hubbard says…
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Gov. Abbott declares statewide disaster over New World screwworm, deploys resources
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a statewide disaster declaration Friday after a confirmed detection of New World screwworm…
Continue Reading New World screwworm confirmed in Zavala County south of Uvalde
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Wednesday, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department confirmed a detection of New World screwworm in Zavala County, which is south of…
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Ken Paxton investigating Celsius, Alani Nu over alleged marketing targeting children
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into Celsius Holdings, Inc., which owns the company selling the popular…
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Caring for the Caregiver
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of every four Americans is a caregiver to someone 18 years or older. That number has risen 45% in the past decade -…
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Nearly 180 ICE detainees quarantined at Camp East Montana for possible measles exposure
by Priscilla Totiyapungprasert Nearly 180 detainees are under quarantine for possible measles exposure at Camp East Montana, an Immigration and…
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Food banks, schools rush to feed food-insecure students over summer
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…
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Federal inmate in Deming tests positive for measles, health officials link possible exposure to Las Cruces
DEMING, N.M. (KVIA) — An inmate at the Luna County Detention Center in Deming, New Mexico, tested positive for measles, the state health department…
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City of Juárez raises awareness over rickettsiosis cases on the border
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez, through some of its departments, announced a new campaign to stop the spread…
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Emergence Health Network clients ‘shine bright’ at prom
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Prom season hit Emergence Health Network Friday. Clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities got to “shine…
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NASCAR great Kyle Busch was coughing up blood day before he died, 911 call says
By Meredith Deliso A day before he died following a brief hospitalization, NASCAR champion Kyle Busch was coughing up blood while at a GM…
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Health advisory calls for kids to cut their screen time
WASHINGTON (KVIA) — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Surgeon General is calling on kids to cut their time spent on…
Continue ReadingUS-bound flights with passengers who were in Ebola-affected region must land at Dulles airport for health screening
Originally Published: 21 MAY 26 10:28 ET By Meg Tirrell, Aaron Cooper, Deidre McPhillips, Diego Mendoza, CNN (CNN) — US-bound flights carrying…
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New Texas ID indicator for Texans with certain disabilities, health conditions
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Optional changes are available to Texas driver licenses and identification cards for those with communication impediments. The Texas…
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Knocking out high blood pressure in young adults
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A study by researchers at the University of Texas at El Paso is looking at the effects of boxing training and…
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Doña Ana County to pay detention center healthcare workers overdue wages
DONA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — After an emergency meeting Friday, the Doña Ana Board of County Commissioners approved a Memorandum of…
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Empower Your Mind: Effective Mental Health Tools
El Paso, TX, (KVIA-TV)- Jennifer Armendariz, an oncology nurse practitioner with a certification in Lifestyle Medicine, spends her days caring for…
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ABC-7 sits down with UMC’s first female CEO
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Maria Zampini is off to work as University Medical Center of El Paso’s new chief executive officer. The native El Pasoan…
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“No reason to worry” on Hantavirus in Borderland
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Hantavirus has been making headlines across the world due to an infected cruise ship where 3 people have died from the…
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Acting AG Todd Blanche signs order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as less dangerous drug
By Liz Neporent and Mary KekatosLast updated: April 23, 2026, 6:54 AM MDT Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed an order on Thursday…
Continue ReadingPentagon makes flu shot optional for troops, rescinding requirement
Originally Published: 21 APR 26 12:43 ET Updated: 21 APR 26 13:13 ET By Kaanita Iyer, CNN (CNN) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Tuesday…
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Texas Tech Health El Paso faculty member receives highest honor in university system
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Monday, Dr. Rebecca L. Campos, a Texas Tech Health El Paso faculty member earned the Texas Tech University System…
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El Paso family moves into the first in-hospital house in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — A new partnership is helping provide revolutionary care for families as they wait in the hospital. The Ronald McDonald House…
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SNAP benefits no longer cover candy, sweetened drinks through Texas Lone Star Card
AUSTIN (KVIA) — The Texas Health and Human Services Commission said Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients can no longer buy…
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El Paso MS Community to host “Warrior Walk”
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The El Paso MS Community invites residents across the region to come together in support of individuals living with Multiple…
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Dealing with Spring allergies? Why this season might feel worse
It’s the first official day of spring, but not the first borderland residents are feeling those allergies. An allergist-immunologist with The…
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Avoid ending up in the ER from spring break activities
Spring break is still in effect and The Hospitals of Providence in El Paso is reminding people to think twice during activities to avoid ending up in…
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Paso del Norte Health Foundation to Open Funding for Mental Health Programs
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Paso del Norte Health Foundation is now accepting Letters of Intent for programs that support mental health and emotional…
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