El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso County Commissioners will consider a countywide fire code and outdoor business order proposed by Commissioner Jackie Butler. Since 2019, there have been 14 fires at outdoor businesses, such as salvage yards, scrap metal facilities, and recycling plants, according to the Office of Commissioner Butler. “El Paso County is one
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Senate Bill 8, which aims to require local law enforcement officers to assist and collaborate with ICE and other federal agencies in enforcing immigration law, will take effect on January 1, 2026. If ICE declines a request, sheriff’s officers statewide must reapply at least once a year until an
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso Symphony Orchestra is celebrating it’s milestone of 95 years in bringing performances to the borderland. Their series began with the gold medal winner of the 2025 Van Cliburn International Pian Competition, Aristo Sham who joined the they orchestra for Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A minor. “I am excited
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso City Council approved today the allocation of $5 million from the Texas Economic Development (TED) Fund to conduct feasibility studies at the Ysleta-Zaragoza Port of Entry, aiming to “expand and modernize one of the region’s busiest international crossings.” According to the City’s International Bridges Department director, Roberto
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El Paso, TX — The 1st Annual Backyard Warriors BBQ Competition is happening Oct 18 at the El Paso County Coliseum grounds. 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM 4100 E Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79905 Venue: El Paso County Coliseum – Pavilion Admission: FREE admission: $5 parking https://www.epcountycoliseum.com
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El Paso, TX — The American Red Cross West Texas Chapter is seeking volunteers to help install free smoke alarms for local families during a Sound the Alarm home fire safety event in the Northeast El Paso community on Saturday, October 18, 2025. WHERE: El Maida Shriner, 6331 Alabama St, El Paso, TX 79904. WHEN:
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SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) announced last Friday the passage of the International Bridge and Port of Entry Modernization Act, which will speed up the presidential permitting process for all international bridges and land ports of entry, according to a news release. Ports of entry and international bridges
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The government shutdown has been ongoing for 10 days now, and local businesses near Fort Bliss report that customer flow and services are changing, with fewer people going out to pay for services. Pumping Ink and Dreadful Things tattoo shops in Northeast El Paso have experienced fewer clients during this
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El Paso-TX (KVIA-TV)-It’s been several days since the government shutdown began, and for many Americans, especially retirees, there’s growing concern about what this means for their savings and benefits. I’m joined today by financial adviser Charles Dodds, with Mirau Capital Management.
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A new round of sweeping tariffs was announced by President Trump last week, aimed at enforcing “National Security purposes,” something borderland business and industry leaders say will not only raise prices, but also economic uncertainty as well. ABC-7 spoke with the national vice president of the Mexican Cargo Transportation Chamber (CANACAR),
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – “Dead as a Dodo,” a puppet music theater spectacle, is coming to El Paso. The show will take place at The Plaza Theatre on October 11th, giving El Paso an opportunity to experience a performance that has been praised worldwide. https://www.ticketmaster.com/dead-as-a-dodo-el-paso-texas-10-11-2025/event/0C00630CA9901F31
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The El Paso Symphony Orchestra returns with concerts featuring music by two Grammy-award-winning composers, John Williams and Eric Whitacre, plus composer Richard Strauss. Conducted by Bohuslav Rattay, the program will open with music from Adventures on Earth (E.T.) by John Williams. EPSO will present “Space Odyssey” on Friday, October 17,
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez has been encouraging all local residents with Chihuahua license plates to obtain the ecological or eco-friendly sticker since the summer to avoid fines or traffic tickets, which serves as a registration sticker. Through its Ecology Department, the city has been placing these ecological stickers for decades, but
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — President Trump announced last week a new round of sweeping tariffs, including 25% on all heavy-duty trucks and 30% on furniture imported into the U.S. All trucks not manufactured in the U.S. will be subject to a 25% tariff once imported into the country. “In order to protect our Great
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Immigration and Customs Enforcement ERO in El Paso continues to seek individuals in the country illegally, as well as those with legal status who have committed crimes in the U.S. According to ICE statistics, the El Paso Field Office conducted 487 arrests in Fiscal Year 2025, which ended last month,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today the El Paso County Commissioners Court is deciding whether to forward to approve items such as the El Paso County Ascarate Park Renovations Bond project. The proposed budget is broken down over items such as walking trail renovations, entrance expansion and lake and bridge renovations, with the proposed project
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the community is invited to celebrate El Paso’s Afro-Latina Heritage Week. Dr. Jacqueline Biddle Richard explains.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – Delta Sigma Theta sorority will hold its annual breast cancer program to recognize and celebrate breast cancer survivors. What: El Paso Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Presents Delta and Denim: Faith, Fortitude, and Finding the Cure” When: 18 OCT 2025, 11:00- 2:pm Cost: $55.00 Location: Centennial Banquet and Conference Center,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continues its efforts to crackdown on migrants staying in the country illegally or those with a legal status who have a criminal record. ICE, along with other federal agencies such as HSI, DEA, FBI, ATF, and Border Patrol, among others, have joined forces since the
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El Paso, TX( KVIA-TV)- The Run, Walk & Roll hosted by GEPD, El Paso’s physical therapy professional association returns to the Sun City this year. The race will be on Sunday, October 19th from 7 AM to 11 AM at Ascarate Park at The Pavilion. You can register online at: raceadventuresunlimited.com
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El Paso, Texas – On Sunday, October 5, El Paso will make history as J&K hosts its debut under the Spaghetti Bowl at Lincoln Park. Join us for this exciting launch and be a part of the city’s musical future! Event Details: ● Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025 Time: 4PM ● Location: Lincoln Park (Under the Spaghetti Bowl) 4001 Durazno St.
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-How much money does the average person spend in retirement? More importantly, how much will you spend? Fiduciary financial advisor Jeff Thompson explains. https://miraucapital.com/
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The United Way of El Paso County is announcing the 2025 City Employee Combined Charitable Campaign, to be held from October 1 to 31, 2025. For more information on the City Employee Combined Charitable Campaign, please visit the United Way of El Paso County’s official page: unitedwayelpaso.org/combined-campaigns
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Emily Ortega is a local nurse and mother who was diagnosed with breast cancer — now she wants others to know to never wait or hesitate. “It’s terrifying, it’s terrifying to be going through that type of journey,” said Ortega. She found a lump in her breast at 38 years old, and didn’t think it could
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Update (2:24 PM): El Paso Police arrested Emilio Carrazco, 21, and charged him with two counts of criminal mischief. Investigators say that when officers arrived, they found damage to cars in the parking lot located at 815 Burgundy. They later determined that Carrazco had allegedly caused the damage. Courtesy: EPPD Before officers arrived, Carrazco had
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioners received an update today from the County’s Human Resources Department, stating they made 17 recommendations to the Tax Collector’s Office to reduce the backlog of vehicle registration transactions. Officials from the HR department explained that the recommendations addressed areas such as vacancies, retention, training, morale, and
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The El Paso Museum of History invites the community to experience a new exhibition, Mountain of Gold: A History of East and Southeast Asian Cultures in El Paso del Norte, 1880s–1980s, which explores the region’s rich and diverse histories. www.EPMuseumofHistory.org.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –Monday afternoon brings thunderstorms to the Borderland’s higher terrain. Drier conditions can be expected going into Tuesday. By Thursday we can expect temperatures to rise 5 to 8 degrees above seasonal average temperatures as a drier air mass moves in. Storm chances for Monday are expected to increase. An upper low
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