EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Members of the Detroit Iron El Paso Hot Rod Club joined ABC-7 at Noon with Jenesis De la Rosa, a girl battling leukemia. Detroit Iron and Sweet Memories car club will participate in a special car show to raise funds for Jenesis and her family. Along with Jenesis’ diagnosis, the
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The first concert of the El Paso Pro-Musica season will include the world premiere of ‘Visions of Unity and Humanity’, an ‘America250’ piece in which five well-known modern composers contribute a movement each, the movement being inspired by the Declaration of Independence. The piece is written for cello and Zuill will perform
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV) — Jazz pianist Billy Townes has released his 17th album, “With These Hands.” Townes has expanded the boundaries of his career across contemporary jazz, funk, soul, LatinThe new album highlights Townes’ evolution as an artist and features collaborations with local and national musicians. “With These Hands” is available on streaming platforms.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-In a climate of rising energy prices, Americans are feeling the impact at the gas pump, the grocery store, and even in their long-term financial plans. Recent increases in oil and diesel prices have not only affected transportation costs but are also rippling through the broader economy, raising the price of food
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA-TV) — The United Way of El Paso County will host the third annual Flying Horse Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Giddy Up Fun Run on November 14, 2026, at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino. This year’s event features new race courses crossing both Texas and New Mexico, inviting runners of all
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The countdown has begun. Paso del Norte Community Foundation invites nonprofits from across the region to sign up for the 11th El Paso Giving Day, the biggest day of giving in our area. The last day to register is Wednesday, September 30, 2026. El Paso Giving Day began with the same spirit
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El Paso , TX ( KVIA-TV)-El Pasoans Fighting Hunger food bank celebrates the food bank’s mission by putting community guests at the center of a five-star dining experience, while VIP sponsors serve as servers.
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA-TV) — EPSO’s 2026-2027 classical series will begin at 7:30 PM on September 18 and 19 at the Plaza Theatre, a program dedicated to Mexico will be presented, highlighting groundbreaking photography of it. Beautiful people and places, captured by Nicholas Bardonnay for Westwater Arts. The remarkable visuals will be accompanied by the
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The YMCA of El Paso, together with the 50th Anniversary Title Sponsor, the GECU Foundation and GECU, will officially kick off the 50th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot. It is now the region’s biggest holiday race and marks the official start of the Sun Bowl Parade. The funds collected support YMCA financial assistance,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A tragic event that shook not only New York City but the entire country and even the world continues to resonate in the minds of some local residents each anniversary. Although the El Paso region is far from where the attacks took place, some residents vividly recall the impact that
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A massive water main break in January left approximately 100,000 people across Northeast and Central El Paso without water or experiencing low water pressure for four to five days. The outage impacted 38,000 El Paso Water customers and resulted in repair costs of $877,000, which were covered through the utility’s
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Mija Yes You Can is excited to announce the 6th Annual Mija Market, a free, family-friendly community event taking place Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cowtown Outdoor Event Center. This year’s Mija Market will feature more than 30 local vendors, food trucks, games, and activities for
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The El Paso Public Libraries are inviting members of the communityto take part in Library Card Sign-Up Month. They are unveiling a new limited-edition library card which includes original artwork by respected El Paso artist and illustrator Zeke Peña. Throughout September, Library Card Sign-Up Month is celebrated to emphasize the value of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The U.S. Department of State established a specialized task force to target birth tourism schemes. It revoked more than 900 visas within its first few weeks of operation. Federal authorities are reviewing issued visas and travel records to identify noncitizens who lie to consular officials about their travel plans to
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ANTHONY, N.M. (KVIA) — La Union Maze announced the theme for its 27th fall season. This fall, the maze will celebrate New Mexico agriculture. The maze will open from Sept. 26-Nov. 8. Karoline Sondgeroth, manager of the La Union Corn Maze joined us on ABC-7 at for to talk about the exciting changes. The 13-acre
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) Getting to your destination a few minutes faster as a result of speeding isn’t worth a lifetime of consequences. Choosing to slow down is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself—and everyone else on the road. Lauren Macias-Cervantes has helpful tips to keep you and your family safe. CLOSURES (
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The Covarrubias-Aprendamos Foundation and the Zamora Family Foundation have announced that the 3rd Annual Latinés in Leadership Awards will take place on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Rio Grande Winery. Nominations are now open for 12 categories, and the deadline to submit is September 11, 2026. You can
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El Paso, TX ( KVIA-TV)- Veterans can meet with a VA representative to submit a PACT Act claim or learn more about VA health care benefits and eligibility. Families are welcome to attend a Veteran resource fair, arts and humanities fair, and a special Veteran Car Show. Free back-to-school supplies will be available for children
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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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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Xokerball AmeriCup 2026 kicked off Wednesday with 16 national soccer teams set to play in Ciudad Juárez all week. The tournament began at 9 a.m. and an opening ceremony will take place at 8 p.m. Following the ceremony, there will be a featured match between Mexico and the U.S. This
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-T)-It’s time for Celebration of Bagpipes IV. The event was announced that May 16th will be proclaimed by the City of El Paso, the County, and the State of Texas as the official Celebration of Bagpipes Day at Bel Air High School. This year’s event theme is “Be a Bagpipe Warrior.” This
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El Paso, TX, (KVIA-TV)- Jennifer Armendariz, an oncology nurse practitioner with a certification in Lifestyle Medicine, spends her days caring for patients, and right now, she is caring for a parent with cancer. She explains that the dual perspective, as both clinician and caregiver, has given her a uniquely personal lens on the essential role
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-Basketball in the Barrio is excited to announce its 34th camp season in El Paso. The camp will take place at the Armijo Center, 700 East Seventh Avenue, from June 19 to 21, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It welcomes girls and boys ages 6 to 10 from the
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Crime Stoppers of Houston has introduced SafeSpace, a digital safety platform shaped and led by students to help teens outside of school. SafeSpace is designed for teens and provides them with round-the-clock access to guidance, interactive activities, and reliable support. It’s a place where students can take a break, think things through, and move forward
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- According to TxDot El Paso, a traffic switch on I-10 eastbound between Anthony and Vinton is now active. Drivers heading eastbound must exit at exit 0, follow Desert South for business access, then re-enter I-10 at Los Mochis. Westbound drivers will lose access to the Vinton on-ramp and exit 0 on
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EL Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Taste of El Paso returns for its second year, offering an expanded food selection and a welcoming atmosphere. The festival will be held at NEEP Collective in Northeast El Paso and features a rotating lineup of food trucks, a bar with local craft beers, and a relaxed patio where families and
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- For National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 20-24, 2026, TxDOT El Paso reminds everyone to drive safely and stay alert. According to TXDot El Paso, there are currently more than 60 active work zones in El Paso and over 1,800 across Texas where crews are working to improve roads. In 2025,
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- People are seeing higher prices lately, whether they’re buying gas, groceries, or other daily essentials. Brian Mirau explains why this is happening.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Sol Summit Music & Cultura Festival is set for Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, 2026, at San Jacinto Plaza in downtown El Paso. This two-day event brings people together to celebrate music, art, and community, with a special spotlight on the Borderlands. The festival will include performances from global
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The Let’s Cook Pop-Up Lunch is a chance to recognize the hard work and talent of our future chefs. This event marks the end of our Let’s Cook culinary program for adults with intellectual disabilities. Participants will cook and serve a delicious lunch to the public, showing off their skills. There
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