Sun Metro debuts new routes, schedules, transportation system
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Starting Sunday, Sun Metro is bringing changes to its system; riders can expect new routes and schedules. Route and schedule…
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Seven Cabins Fire linked to deadly plane crash 100% contained, under 32k acres impacted
UPDATE (JUNE 13, 2026 – 11:15 a.m.) — Fire officials say that the Seven Cabins fire is 100% contained, and the size of the fire remained at 31.870…
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Local Airbnb and business owner says new city ordinance will not affect short-term rental owners
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 reported the City of El Paso approved a new ordinance requiring short-term vacation rental owners to contribute to El…
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La Feria Canaco brings music, food, fun to Juarez
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Chih., Mexico (KVIA) — A highly-anticipated and attended community fair returns to Juarez this summer. The Feria Canaco is one of the…
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WATCH: 5 rescued from hazardous hopper car during CBP inspection
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Friday, the Office of Field Operations Port of El Paso said Customs and Border Protection officers rescued five people…
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Temporary cooling stations available amid Las Cruces heat
UPDATE (June 12, 2026) — The City of Las Cruces expanded cooling station availability ahead of Saturday’s high heat, it said Friday. Here are the…
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2 people accused of trying to smuggle people, including child, into El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Friday, the Justice Department said two Mexico residents appeared in federal court this week in El Paso to face charges for…
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Borderland dermatologist provides tips to protect your skin this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — During warm months, it’s important to take extra care of your skin! You can spend time outdoors without raising your skin…
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Man charged for alleged hit-and-run, violating protective order
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man suspected of a hit-and-run. At 6:17 p.m. that day, deputies…
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NMDOT asks for opinions on bridge replacement project in Mesilla Valley
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The New Mexico Department of Transportation wants public opinion on a bridge replacement project on the I-10 in the…
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Good Vibes Only: 8-year-old participates in national contest, raises funds for wildlife
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— Lily Rodriguez continues to raise money for wildlife following her participation in Colossal’s JR. Ranger Competition.…
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Study: cell phones impact socialization, birth rates
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two new studies are linking declining birth rates with the arrival of the smartphone. It’s no secret our phones have changed…
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Drones, K9s, neighbors help find missing boy in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A search for a missing 7-year-old boy ended after a couple found him walking out of a deserted area in Las Cruces,…
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El Paso ISD sends some teachers letters saying their position may be cut
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 obtained a copy of a letter an El Paso Independent School District teacher received Tuesday. The letter mentions EPISD…
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El Paso County unveils 3rd AI-powered tour kiosk at zoo
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County partnered with the city’s zoo to show off a new A.I.-powered tour kiosk Thursday. The kiosk is part of…
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Airbnb, other short-term rentals to contribute to El Paso hotel occupancy taxes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso said it will start collecting Hotel Occupancy Taxes on short-term rental properties to support tourism…
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El Paso Electric nears approval for $308 million to improve power grid
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A judge recommended Public Utility Commission approval for El Paso Electric’s resiliency plan Wednesday with some changes.…
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Borderland fans gather in Juárez for FIFA World Cup 2026™ kickoff
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Hundreds, if not thousands, of soccer fans in the border region will gather in homes, businesses, and restaurants…
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Man charged for murder after victim dies from assault injuries
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police arrested a 25-year-old man for allegedly murdering a 47-year-old man, they announced Wednesday. On June 6,…
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Woman pushes through pain; inspires others
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sarah Zambrano is the epitome of strength and determination. She’s a crossfit competitor, a runner, and a mother of two.…
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3 staff members arrested after investigation into Deanna Davenport Elementary special education classroom
UPDATE (6:35 p.m.) — ABC-7 obtained the arrest affidavit for Ruth Julieta Flores and Cecilia Rocha-Lucero. Both detail the two allegedly witnessing…
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St. Pius X Catholic School closing due to low enrollment, financial struggles
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — St. Pius X Catholic Parish announced the closure of St. Pius X Catholic School Wednesday. The parish said the school’s…
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City’s environmental franchise fee on trash bills is illegal tax, appeals court rules
by Elida S. Perez The Texas 8th Court of Appeals Tuesday upheld a lower court’s decision that the city of El Paso’s environmental franchise fee…
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El Paso sees first day of a triple-digit temperature stretch
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso remains under an ABC-7 First Alert for triple-digit temperatures ABC-7’s StormTrack Weather Team is tracking…
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5 UTEP graduates selected for teaching, researching around the world
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Five recent University of Texas at El Paso graduates have been selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Wednesday,…
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San Elizario man charged for resisting arrest after allegedly leaving crash site
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office charged a man for allegedly driving away from a crash scene and resisting deputies…
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Aerospace manufacturing center planned for West El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ARC Aerospace and Defense Systems said Wednesday it will establish a new manufacturing center in West El Paso. The expansion…
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Meta says it will keep supporting projects in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Meta released a statement Wednesday on El Paso City Council’s vote against Item 37. The item would have directed…
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Firefighters put out Sunland Park house fire
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — Doña Ana Fire Rescue and Sunland Park firefighters put out a house fire Wednesday in Sunland Park. A garage in a…
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Walmart reaches settlements with 63 plaintiffs, cancels mediation for 29 others in El Paso mass shooting, court records show
by Robert Moore Most of the plaintiffs suing Walmart and a bank as a result of the 2019 El Paso mass shooting have reached settlements in recent…
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