Chuco Tango gang member arrested for alleged parole violation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday, the El paso County Constable’s Office Precinct Six said deputy constables arrested a Chuco Tango gang member for…
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All lanes on Montana going east at Joe Battle are now open after a crash
UPDATE (6:17 a.m.) — All lanes are now open. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — All eastbound lanes on Montana Avenue just before the intersection of Joe…
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El Paso Electric proposes $70 million rate increase in Doña Ana County
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — El Paso Electric hosted a public meeting where New Mexico residents expressed their frustration on a potential rate…
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City of Las Cruces names new assistant finance director
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The City of Las Cruces has a new assistant director of finance. Josie Treviño will bring more than 17 years of accounting…
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EPCC Theatre presents classic Shakespeare ‘Taming of The Shrew’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This July, El Paso Community College proudly presents William Shakespeare’s “Taming of The Shrew.” Instead of purchasing…
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6 El Paso researchers rank among the world’s top 2% of scientists
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Six Texas Tech Health El Paso faculty appeared on the Stanford-Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List, TTHEP said Monday. The…
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Nearly 600 pets taken into shelter by El Paso Animal Services as 4th of July nears
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Within the last week, El Paso Animal Services has seen an expected but significant increase in missing or unhoused pets as…
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El Paso photographer Brian Kanof dies at 77
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Brian Kanof, a photographer who chronicled El Paso life and its athletes for more than five decades, has died, the El Paso…
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El Paso youth soccer leader talks about ties to Pepe, Zendejas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Team USA soccer group is back on the pitch Friday afternoon after a thrilling 4-1 victory over Paraguay in last week’s…
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El Paso family loses 6 pets in house fire, explosion
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso family lost its Lower Valley home and pets after a house fire that led to an explosion. Now, they’re asking for…
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VIVA! El Paso returns to McKelligon Canyon for 49th season of tradition
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso tradition returns next Friday for its 49th season. VIVA! El Paso will once again reconnect the Borderland with…
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Man arrested after authorities find explosive materials, book about making explosives
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The New Mexico State University Police Department arrested a 46-year-old man for owning an explosive device, jail records…
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CREEED’s Educator Externship provides electric experience for El Paso teachers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This summer break, a select group of El Paso educators will take part in a unique, real-world training and take their…
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Hospitals of Providence names new CEO for Memorial Campus, Children’s Hospital
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Hospitals of Providence on Friday named Victoria Gonzalez as its new chief executive officer for the Memorial Campus and…
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Las Cruces mobile home damaged after fire
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A fire damaged a Las Cruces mobile home, according to the Las Cruces Fire Department Friday. Thursday afternoon,…
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Juárez mayor requests leave of absence
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Ciudad Juárez Mayor Cruz Pérez Cuéllar requested an indefinite leave of absence Wednesday afternoon, according…
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Good Vibes Only: Borderland Chess Camp refines skills on and off the chessboard
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— This Summer, some Borderland students took a break from their phones and tablets and perfected their chess skills! The…
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El Paso opposes Meta-linked power plant, urges regulators to deny approval
UPDATE (5:55 p.m.): EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso Electric spokesman Daniel Perez told ABC-7 this project will not impact ratepayers. “It’s a…
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El Paso zoo welcomes Dan the giraffe
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens welcomed a new resident, the City of El Paso announced Thursday. Dan, a 19-month-old…
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El Paso County lieutenant graduates from FBI Academy
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office announced one of its lieutenants graduated from the FBI National Academy in…
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2 arrested after deputies find dog in small space with dried poop, no food
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Deputies arrested two people after helping El Paso County Animal Welfare with an animal cruelty investigation, the County…
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ABC-7 Xtra: Julian’s Homecoming
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After a memorable run on American Idol, El Paso native Julian Kalel is returning home to thank the community that supported…
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2 EPISD students spell their way to National Spanish Spelling Bee
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two El Paso Independent School District students will attend the National Spanish Spelling Bee this year, the district said.…
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City unveils renovations at East El Paso fire station
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, the City of El Paso showed off renovations at Fire Station No. 24 in East El Paso. The $2.45 million renovation…
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Mexico vs. South Korea free watch party Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, the City of El Paso will host a free watch party for Mexico’s second World Cup match against South Korea at…
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Military GPS jamming linked to deadly plane crash in Capitan Mountains area: NTSB
UPDATE- Retired Air Force pilot Eric Gonzalez, who also flies commercially, said GPS jamming events are not unusual for pilots. “It’s not uncommon to…
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Socorro ISD approves balanced budget, state conservator delays departure over special education data reporting
by Claudia Lorena Silva The Socorro Independent District adopted a balanced budget for the second year in a row and is looking to start rebuilding…
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YISD tells ABC-7 it wasn’t required to post audit that warned of budget crisis
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 uncovered an internal YISD audit that found the district could become insolvent within two years. In an interview…
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Galveston man accused of stealing vehicle in El Paso, planned to sell in Mexico
SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) — A 36-year-old Galveston man was arrested for allegedly stealing a vehicle from El Paso and trying to drive it into…
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Escobar says 911 calls details 3 suspected overdoses at Camp East Montana
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, U.S. Representative Veronica Escobar (TX-16) sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and…
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