New book dispels myths, focuses on history of Latinos in American football
EL PASO, Texas – A new book dispels the myth that baseball, boxing and soccer are the chosen and competent sports for Spanish-surnamed athletes. They…
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New Mexico State professor pens book on Borderland gangs
EL PASO, Texas — Author Mike Tapia has written his second book, Gangs of the El Paso-Juarez Borderland. Tapia is an associate professor of…
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El Paso County Judge discusses transportation goals
EL PASO, Texas – EL Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego appeared on ABC-7 at Four to talk about the county’s efforts to improve transportation…
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Las Palmas kidney transplant center director urging people to become organ donors
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso has a desperate need for organ donors, especially when it comes to kidneys. Joe Vidales, the Las Palmas kidney center…
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El Paso cardiologist encourages women to take care of their heart
EL PASO, Texas — Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women in the U.S. and local cardiologist Dr. Daisy Nieto with The Hospitals of…
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‘The Texas Tenors’ to perform benefit concert for Woman’s Club of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — The Texas Tenors will bring their blend of country, Broadway tunes, classical and gospel to the Plaza Theater on Monday, March 23…
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ABC-7 at Noon: ‘We are One’ production premieres in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — ABC-7 at Noon sits down with the team behind the upcoming production of “We are…
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Locomotive FC bring in “Ozzy” to the KVIA studio
The El Paso Locomotive FC just introduced their new mascot to the world this past week. General manager of the Locomotive, Andrew Forrest, sat down…
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City of El Paso moving forward with ‘Blue Every 2’ initiative for recyclables despite public frustrations
EL PASO, Texas — The City of El Paso’s Environmental Services Department is moving forward with “Blue Every Two,” a new initiative where recyclables…
Continue ReadingYour Voice, Your Vote: Candidates for El Paso County Sheriff face off in debate
Your Voice, Your Vote: We’re highlighting the race for El Paso County Sheriff with a debate in the ABC-7 studios. Three of the four Democratic…
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Your Voice, Your Vote: Candidates for El Paso County District Attorney face off during debate
EL PASO, Texas — The candidates for El Paso County District Attorney faced off during a debate in the ABC-7 studios. Four democratic candidates are…
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Humane society asking for volunteers at their annual kitten shower.
This week the Humane Society of El Paso brought in Tesla the dog! She was a mixed breed and looking for a new home. Extremely loving, she has been a…
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El Paso Chamber hosting ‘Bold and Brilliant’ Women in Business Conference next week
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Chamber is hosting “Bold & Brilliant,” a conference for women in business on Tuesday, March 3 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.…
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El Paso filmmaker Charlie Minn releases new movie on cartel violence in Tijuana
EL PASO, Texas — Filmmaker Charlie Minn takes us to Tijuana, Mexico in his new movie “7 Murders a Day.” The film explores the explosion of drug…
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Deb Benedict named new CEO for Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas – A long-time veteran of non-profit organizations has been named the new chief executive officer for the Humane Society of El Paso.…
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El Paso Chamber to host Black Leaders Forum
EL PASO, Texas – The El Paso Chamber is hosting a forum entitled “Attracting and Retaining Black Professionals”. The forum will be held on Thursday,…
Continue Reading Your Voice, Your Vote: Texas House District 76 candidates debate
EL PASO, Texas — Two candidates are vying for the Texas House District 76 seat: Former city representative Claudia Ordaz-Perez and Elisa Tamayo.…
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El Paso Locomotive FC, KVIA join forces to broadcast 16 home and away games on El Paso/Las Cruces CW
EL PASO, Texas — KVIA ABC-7 and El Paso Locomotive FC are joining forces to present 16 matches during the 2020 season. Twelve Saturday home games,…
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Local author Jonathan Bittle discusses his new children’s book. “Duke the Friendly police dog”
All Duke wants to be is a police dog, but there is one problem. He is too nice! All the other puppies call Duke mean names. “You’re a failure!”…
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Kitten Shower hosted by Humane Society of El Paso
Kittens are coming again! The shelter is hosting our second annual Kitten Shower to help get our Nursery up and running in time for Kitten Season.…
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UTEP theatre and dance presents ‘Monsters We Create’: A play co-produced by students focuses on border, climate change, mental illness
“Monsters We Create” is a new play about political chaos and one girl’s tale of resilience written by playwright Georgina Escobar in…
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Runners gearing up for 2020 El Paso Marathon this Sunday
EL PASO, Texas – For the 14th year, runners young and old from across the Borderland and from as far as Germany will lace up their shoes for the…
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World championship boxer Jennifer Han sits down with ABC-7
Jennifer Han has returned from retirement and will be facing off in her first fight since having her child. She is the International Boxing…
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Actress Laura Linney to be keynote speaker for annual El Paso YWCA Women’s Luncheon in April
EL PASO, Texas — Officials with the YWCA El Paso del Norte Region announced that actress Laura Linney will be the keynote speaker for the 27th…
Continue Reading Women & heart health: Why women respond to stress differently than men
EL PASO, Texas – February is Heart Health Month and a local cardiologist says it’s important for women to take care of their heart, especially when…
Continue Reading El Pasoans can take advantage of free heart health screenings this Saturday
EL PASO, Texas – No matter your age, a heart health screening can save your life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart…
Continue Reading El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego, other local leaders, meet with Mexican government officials in Mexico City
EL PASO, Texas – Last week, people across the public, private and academic sectors from Mexico and El Paso met with leaders in Mexico City to discuss…
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El Pasoans can win prizes in annual ‘Hidden Hearts’ scavenger contest
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso’s Downtown Management District is giving you the opportunity to discover downtown and win some great prizes. The annual…
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El Paso Playhouse presents ‘As you like it’
Director of the El Paso Playhouse Minden Dixon and actor Estevan Herrera sit down with us to talk about their upcoming performance of Shakespeare’s…
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New Mexico State University offers cooking classes for people with diabetes
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service will present a series of cooking classes designed to teach…
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