Shooting near New Mexico State University leaves at least 1 injured
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Saturday afternoon shooting leaves at least one person injured, police say. Las Cruces Police told ABC-7 that shots were…
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Retired judge weighs in on 375 dismissed criminal cases in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — A retired El Paso judge is weighing in following the dismissal of 375 criminal cases. Since Monday, the cases were released after…
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Things to do in El Paso this Weekend
EL PASO, TEXAS — Join El Paso Ghost Tours on a downtown tour for a historical and paranormal experience that will not be forgotten. They will be…
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City of Socorro releases statement regarding Councilman Ruben Reyes’ DWI, Weapons arrest
SOCORRO, Texas — The City of Socorro gave ABC-7 an official statement Thursday regarding Councilman Ruben Reyes’ recent arrest. The statement came…
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New Mexico Restaurant Association calls for state relief after pandemic-related shutdowns
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico lost 18 percent of full-service restaurants between December 2019 and December 2021, according to the New Mexico…
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Bicyclist dies after car collision in Doña Ana County
DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico — An unidentified male in his mid-thirties was riding his bicycle as he collided with a car just after 6 a.m Wednesday…
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Las Cruces artist’s rock art will get a chance to shine at a new location
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — An endangered wall of rock art in Las Cruces is getting a second life, thanks to the artist and the people who believe in…
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Gov. Lujan Grisham announces film production company investment in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a state investment in a full-service film and production company, 828 Productions.…
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El Paso teens recruited to smuggle migrants into the United States through social media
EL PASO, Texas – In recent days, we’ve seen juveniles used to transport migrants into the United States. On Monday, a 19-year-old El Paso resident…
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Schools Are Looking in Unusual Places to Deal With Teacher Shortage
Students are heading back-to-school but not all teachers are. Nationwide, school districts are dealing with what many administrators are calling the…
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Canutillo ISD preparing to ask the school board to call for bond election
EL PASO, Texas — Canutillo ISD is preparing a bond proposal for the school board to vote on, next Monday. The proposals inside the bond include…
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Socorro representative arrested for DWI according to spokesperson
SOCORRO, Texas — Socorro representative Ruben Reyes was arrested for DWI Thursday, Socorro’s spokesman Victor Reta confirmed. Reta says Reyes has…
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Las Cruces man threatened to burn building at NSMSU, according to complaint
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces man is accused of threatening to burn a building at New Mexico State University. John Oliver Hamilton, 54,…
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Mexican retired railroaders block the Bridge of the Americas; demand pension, medical help
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua — A protest held by retired Mexican railroaders has delayed traffic at the Americas International Bridge for hours now. More than…
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New Mexico State University E-Sports hosts open house
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Competitive gaming has gained real traction in recent years, and New Mexico State University has an entire organization…
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One person rescued from a fire in central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso fire crews responded to a structure fire at the Blue Diamond Shirt on the 4300 block of Montana. The call came in right…
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Texas Rescue Patrol offering Borderland teens the chance to become a cadet
Local teens are getting hands-on experience, and the skills that could help them save lives. “Not many 13 years are out there working on the…
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Southern New Mexico Canna Convention aims to educate people about medical cannabis
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Dispensary owners, industry experts, and medical professionals gathered at the ballroom of Hotel Encanto Saturday for the…
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One man dead after shooting in south-central El Paso
UPDATE: Police confirm that a 44-year-old has died after he was shot in south-central El Paso. The victim was rushed to University Medical Center…
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Juárez residents forced to change their daily activities due to rise in violence
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua — After several attacks made on Thursday to different businesses and convenience stores, Juárez residents had to change…
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Chamberino residents “full of joy” about new access road into town
CHAMBERINO, New Mexico — A small community in southern Doña Ana County will celebrate the opening of a new access road on Monday, and residents…
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Juarenses still crossing into El Paso despite surge in gang violence
EL PASO, Texas — Despite the violence that has plagued Ciudad Juarez, some residents continue to cross into El Paso. But some downtown residents…
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UMC holds community presentation amid opposition of $345 million bond
EL PASO, Texas — Amid a petition, a $345 million dollar bond for the expansion of University Medical Center was at the center of debate. A…
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EL PASO, Texas — Amid a petition, a $345 million dollar bond for the expansion of University Medical Center was at the center of debate. A…
Continue Reading UMC holds community presentation amid opposition of $345 million bond
EL PASO, Texas — Amid a petition, a $345 million dollar bond for the expansion of University Medical Center was at the center of debate. A…
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Keeping kids safe: Las Cruces charter school implementing extra safety precautions
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — In the wake of the Uvalde massacre, children’s safety while at school is on the mind of many parents across the country.…
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Group trying to raise enough signatures for voters to decide on UMC $345 million bond
EL PASO, Texas — One group in El Paso is trying to collect enough signatures to allow El Paso county voters to decide on a $345 million dollar bond…
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New Mexico parents set to serve as patrol for schools
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Gadsden Independent School District is now recruiting parents to help patrol schools. The program would be called “Parents…
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Food City Fox Plaza location to close today after 50 years
EL PASO, Texas — Food City Supermarket at Fox Plaza to close Wednesday after 50 years, the store announced on social media. This store location…
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Email alleges ABC-7 guest violated court order in alleged Walmart shooter’s case
EL PASO, Texas — An email sent to various local newsrooms claimed an ABC-7 guest violated a gag order placed by the 409th District Court. Former…
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