FBI El Paso, law enforcement officers undergo crisis negotiation training
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 got a firsthand look at the Crisis Negotiation Training law enforcement officers undergo to help prepare them for…
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Girl Scout cookie weekend worth celebrating
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One weekend every year is set aside for celebrating, selling, and of course eating girl scout cookies. Most people have a…
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Person in custody after SWAT standoff in Las Cruces
Update: An ABC-7 crew is on the scene and sees one person in police custody. LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Police are dealing with a SWAT standoff…
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Funeral planned for fallen Las Cruces PD officer
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces will host a candlelight vigil for fallen LCPD Officer Jonah Hernandez. The vigil will happen at Friday,…
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El Paso Municipal Court reports a rise in traffic deaths and crashes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Municipal Court continues to warn drivers against speeding. According to the court’s X page, traffic crashes and…
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Las Cruces community attends memorial walk to honor fallen officer
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The Las Cruces community gathered to honor the life of Las Cruces fallen officer Jonah Hernandez. “He paid the ultimate…
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Sul Ross State University Alumni Chapter hosts annual golf tournament
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV) – Sul Ross State University’s local alumni chapter, the 915 Lobos, will hosttheir annual golf tournament to raise funds…
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Hundreds of Mexican soldiers arrive in Juarez amid rise in violence
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Last Thursday, Mexico’s Defense Secretary announced that around 2,100 soldiers would arrive at the border to enforce…
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Memorial held for Horizon High School student killed by alleged drunk driver
HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) — Friends, family, and the Horizon High School community came together Tuesday to honor and celebrate the life of Miguel…
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Chaparral woman returns home to find man drinking milk, cooking soup in her kitchen
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — Law enforcement officials in Chaparral arrested Tommy Lee Lucero after a woman returned home to find him making…
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22-year-old woman charged with intoxicated manslaughter in Northeast El Paso crash
Update: New court documents obtained by ABC-7 reveal Lopez allegedly told officers she had been driving home from Pockets (a bar on Dyer) at the time…
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Julian Kalel: A Rising Star in Country Music Making a Positive Impact
Julian Kalel, a 17-year-old country music sensation hailing from El Paso, Texas, is swiftly making his mark in the music industry. His recent…
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Sunland Derby comes back early!
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Sunland Derby is coming back five weeks earlier than usual! Tuesday, the Post Position Draw for the $400,000…
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El Paso Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to Host Black Voice Showcase Celebrating the Arts during Black History Month
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) The Black Voice Showcase is being organized by the El Paso Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., as part of…
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Loved ones remember Las Cruces Police officer killed in the line of duty
LAS CRUCES, Texas (KVIA) — The Las Cruces community continues to remember the police officer killed Sunday night. Officer Jonah Hernandez, an El…
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Las Cruces Police Officer stabbed to death while responding to trespassing call
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces Police Officer Jonah Hernandez was killed after being stabbed Sunday afternoon. Officer Hernandez was…
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Events happening in the Borderland Super Bowl weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s Super Bowl weekend and although some El Pasoans were not able to be in Las Vegas for the big game, there’s still events…
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Revitalization continues at The Shoppes at Solana; new aquarium bringing in large crowds
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– A spokesperson with The Shoppes at Solana told ABC-7 that renovations continue on the decades-old mall. Back in July, a new…
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Mexican truck drivers protest assaults
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On February 5, Mexican truckers protested in different parts of the country including Juárez due to assaults and…
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Dave’s Hot Chicken opens first location in El Paso Friday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Friday marks the official grand opening of the first Dave’s Hot Chicken in El Paso. The restaurant is located at 12261…
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Loved ones create GoFundMe for teenager hit and killed in Horizon
HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) — Loved ones of the 17-year-old who was hit and killed in Horizon City Wednesday have created a fundraiser to help cover…
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City of Juarez seeing a rise in traffic accidents across town
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Juárez’s Road Safety Coordination (Coordinación General de Seguridad Vial) saw an increase in traffic accidents in…
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El Pasoan gets plea deal in 2018 traffic death of good Samaritan
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The man accused of killing a good Samaritan, who was assisting others during a collision in 2018, has now accepted a plea…
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Las Cruces man pleads guilty to committing murder with a sword
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Arturo Francisco Quintana pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and will spend the 10 years in prison. Las Cruces…
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Las Cruces man faces murder charge after apartment shooting
Update: Neighbors told ABC-7 the shooting happened where there have constantly been drug deals for years. One neighbor told us it was quiet for only…
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Breast Cancer Warrior’s Journey: A Triumph of Early Detection and Community Support
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Gloria Sanchez, a breast cancer survivor, attributes her triumph to life-saving preventive programs at Texas Tech University…
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Oregon St exit from Loop 375 opens with advanced Wrong-Way Driver Detection System
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Traffic in Downtown El Paso is expected to alleviate as Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) officials announced they…
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EPCC Nail Tech and Massage Programs: Crafting Careers and Community Services
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Community College (EPCC) offers comprehensive Nail Tech and Massage programs, serving as gateways to skilled…
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