El Pasoans can meet with 82nd Airborne veterans at open house Saturday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – This Saturday, the El Paso chapter of the 82nd Airborne Association is hosting an open house. You’ll have the opportunity to…
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El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego discusses veterans issues
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ahead of Veterans Day, County Judge Ricardo Samaniego appeared on ABC-7 at Four to discuss county-related veterans issues…
Continue ReadingEl Paso DWI Drug Court Treatment Program celebrates 15 years of turning lives around
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The DWI Drug Court Program and Mountain Star Rehabilitation Foundation will celebrate 15 years of helping addicts recover…
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Robot helps Border Patrol with El Paso community outreach
EL PASO, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection has a very special Border Patrol agent to help with community outreach. Agent S.A.N.T.O.S. (Say…
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Tax renewal to benefit Las Cruces Public Schools being decided by voters
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Voters in Dona Ana County were deciding whether to renew an existing tax to support students at Las Cruces Public Schools…
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Voters deciding fate of Las Cruces Public Schools tax
LAS CRUCES — On Tuesday, Dona Ana county voters will have a big decision to make when they go to the polls. They will be given the choice to renew…
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4th annual El Paso WinterFest runs Nov. 23-Jan. 5
EL PASO, Texas — Sure, Halloween just passed a few days ago and we’re weeks away from Thanksgiving. But the City of El Paso is already thinking…
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City of El Paso hosts Dia de los Muertos event in Downtown Arts District
The City of El Paso Museum and Cultural Affairs Department is presenting a Dia de los Muertos event Saturday, November 2 in the Downtown Arts…
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Hidden scar surgery can help breast cancer survivors with image and confidence
Each year, approximately 253,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer that requires surgery. Many women are unaware of all the surgical options…
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Borderland workshop aims to help those who care for the elderly
EL PASO, Texas — If you take care of an elderly parent, the BorderRAC (Regional Advisory Council) is hosting a workshop on Friday, November 1 that…
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Jobs available for military veterans at job fair on Fort Bliss
FORT BLISS, Texas — DAV and RecruitMilitary will host the Fort Bliss Veterans Job Fair on Thursday, October 31st from 11am to 3pm at the Centennial…
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Lifeguards needed for El Paso’s new water parks
EL PASO, Texas — The City of El Paso is now recruiting lifeguards and pool attendants for its inaugural season of its four new water parks – Camp…
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Would you know how to help someone who is having a stroke? Here’s what you should look for.
Fourteen and a half million people will suffer a stroke in 2019. Of those, five and a half million people will die. October 29 is National Stroke…
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Annual El Paso Crime Victims Walk to pay tribute to Walmart mass shooting victims
EL PASO, Texas — For the 13th year in a row, the El Paso District Attorney’s office is holding its Crime Victims Walk. Each year, hundreds of people…
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Should women younger than age 45 get a mammogram?
The American Cancer Society recommends that women age 45 and older get an annual mammogram. But there is new thinking that women younger than 45…
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El Paso attorneys available this Saturday for free legal advice
The El Paso Bar Association is hosting their annual Access to Justice Free Legal Clinic. A number of local attorneys and legal organizations will be…
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The signs of bullying – what parents need to look for
EL PASO, Texas — October is Bullying Prevention Month. It’s the perfect time for parents to sit down with their children and talk about this ever…
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New study on red wine consumption raises cancer concerns
EL PASO, Texas — Many studies have shown that moderate red wine drinking can lower your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and…
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City of El Paso introduces Park 915 app to help you find an open parking meter
The City of El Paso is introducing a new and improved parking app to enhance the user experience by enabling users to save time by easily viewing…
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ABC-7 Xtra focuses on pedestrian safety this Sunday night
The tragic death on Wednesday of 7-year-old Alexa Barrera is raising the issue of pedestrian safety, especially in school zones. Alexa and her sister…
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‘Operation Pumpkin’ showcases pumpkin carving talents of El Paso doctors, surgeons
A visually stunning fundraiser will benefit dozens of children in El Paso who are trying to forge their path in life without parents or a permanent…
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‘One Fund El Paso’ begins taking applications from Walmart shooting victims
Victims of the Aug. 3 Walmart mass shooting can now begin to apply for financial assistance from One Fund El Paso. Eligible victims may apply for…
Continue ReadingCEO of El Paso Children’s Hospital reflects on first two years on the job
Cindy Stout is an El Paso native who for almost two years has been the CEO of El Paso Children’s Hospital. She visited with ABC-7’s…
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time for the woman – or man – in your life to get a mammogram. Early…
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Active-shooter training sessions being held at Ysleta schools
The Ysleta Independent School District is hosting active-shooter training sessions in an effort to help the community be better prepared for…
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UTEP, EPCC students take part in National Voter Registration Day
Today is National Voter Registration Day. Every fourth Tuesday in September is set aside to let potential voters know that they can register for…
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Childhood Asthma: the symptoms and triggers parents need to know
According to the American Lung Association, asthma is a chronic lung disease that makes it harder to move air into and out of your lungs. Certain…
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Sun Metro unveils new Brio systems for Northeast & Lower Valley
Sun Metro unveiled two new Brio systems to riders Monday. The two new routes are on Alameda in the lower valley and on Dyer in northeast El Paso. Sun…
Continue ReadingNAMI El Paso’s NAMIWalks 5K happening Saturday at Ascarate Park
NAMI El Paso is holding its annual NAMIWalks 5K at Ascarate Park this weekend. It’s the first time the event will be held at the park and…
Continue ReadingState Rep Cesar Blanco to run for State Senator seat
State Representative for District 76 Cesar Blanco will be running for the State Senator seat in Austin being vacated by Jose Rodriguez. Rodriguez…
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