EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mexico’s consulates in the United States continue to provide the Mexican community with information and practical tools for understanding and exercising their rights, particularly in immigration matters. The Mexican Consulate in El Paso serves El Paso and Hudspeth counties, as well as nine other counties in southern New Mexico. “Locally, what we also
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The Coats for Kids program in Las Cruces has helped keep local children warm through the support of our community. This year, they will not be accepting gently used coats. Instead, they’re focusing on monetary donations. A gift of just $20 buys a brand-new coat for a local child—warmth that can
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The FBI is recruiting, and ABC-7 joined the El Paso division to complete the required physical fitness test to see what it takes to join. Good Morning El Paso’s Nicole Ardila joins FBI El Paso and other media outlets for a friendly competition on Thursday. The test consists of four main events, with a fifth
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Joint El Paso Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: TexasWorks – El Paso Mesa Campus (1035 Belvidere St #116, El Paso, TX 79912) You’ll hear remarks from: Ernesto Morales and Osvaldo Morales, El Paso Campus Directors Dr. Elizabeth Camarena, Statewide Superintendent A
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A group of parents are upset they were not notified earlier about a coach who is accused of recording the owners of the group without their consent. Christopher Sotelo was arrested on Friday. He was released on bond on Monday. This incident involved the Texas Bandits All-Stars, a private club
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The first week of September marked the start of school for hundreds of children in Juárez, along with tens of thousands of others returning for the fall semester south of the border. This year, more children are expected to begin their early education in kindergarten and borderland schools, and parents are
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Carry The Load is a nonprofit organization inviting the El Paso community to honor the lives lost on 9/11 by volunteering at the Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Volunteers will be coming together to pay tribute to those who sacrificed for the nation’s freedom by cleaning the headstones at 70 national cemeteries across the U.S. They’re
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September is Hunger Action Month, a nation-wide campaign. Every year, Albertsons raises funds at checkout to assist local food banks, including El Pasoans Fighting Hunger and Casa de Peregrinos in Las Cruces. ABC-7’s Good Morning El Paso joins El Pasoans Fighting Hunger on Tuesday to talk about the importance of this campaign for the food
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The headlines just keep coming, market swings, economic shifts, and uncertainty around every corner. The question is: Is your retirement plan ready to weather the storm? Fiduciary financial advisor Jeff Thompson joins us to break down what these changes could mean for your financial future and, more importantly, how you can stay
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El Paso, TX ( KVIA-TV)- Audrey Garcia, Program Officer at Paso del Norte Health Foundation, and Kristen Ortega, Smokefree Project Coordinator at Action for Healthy Kids, join us on ABC-7 at 4 to discuss “Spot the Vape.” This interactive game from Paso del Norte Health Foundation teaches parents, teachers, and community members how vaping devices
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Juárez Food Bank has been operating south of the city for several years now, under Mexico’s Food Bank network and funded by several private groups, along with local and Chihuahua state government departments. The Food Bank is located south of the city on Av. Miguel de la Madrid 8715, 32696.
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SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — Some families are feeling hopeful after conditions have improved at Memory Gardens of the Valley in Santa Teresa. Many prominent El Paso figures are buried here, including Don Haskins and Abraham Chavez. Back in June, loved ones were frustrated and seeking answers to what they called the declining state
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Canutillo Independent School District’s bond program is finally out of the design phase and ready to start construction for new schools. Last May, voters approved $386 million for one of the largest investments in student infrastructure in the county. They’re ready to rebuild four brand new schools: Northwest Early College High School Canutillo Middle School
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – Rebaño Chivas El Paso announced the Grand Opening of its official academy headquarters in the Borderland. The academy welcomes all young athletes. Santiago “Sonny” Torres, the President and owner of Rebaño Chivas El Paso, joins us live to discuss the opening of the new academy and explains how the program
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EL PASO (KVIA) – The Plaza Hotel is inviting the public to save the evening of Tuesday, August 26th as part of National Dog Day, when they will host an elevated “Yappy Hour” from 5-7pm. The Paws & Pour Social at La Perla, the 17-floor contemporary rooftop bar, will include a variety of food and beverage offerings
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SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA)— Improvements continue at Memory Gardens of the Valley following a weeks-long investigation by ABC-7. In June, ABC-7 spoke with several family members who expressed frustration about the deteriorating conditions at the cemetery, including dead grass, dying trees and sunken tombstones. “It used to be lush. The grass was gorgeous. Now
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – Qualifying participants can receive free diapers, wipes, and access to resources such as childbirth classes, birth support, lactation, and parenting or pregnancy classes, while supplies last. Last year, Guiding Star Southwest served over 280 families. To be eligible for no-cost benefits, participants must reside in Texas and be a parent
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department’s Special Traffic Investigations Unit is asking for the public’s help in identifying a truck believed to have been involved in a fatal crash on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Monday. “The truck may have damage to the right side,” investigators explain. They add that the
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SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA)– In a packed room full of educators, 28-year-old Arcelia “Arcy” Mendoza gave a message of inspiration and encouragement. The Gadsden Independent School District recently welcomed the alumni to a special professional development session. The 28-year-old graduated from Gadsden High School in 2016. She was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 8 months
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SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced plans to paint the border wall black to deter migrants from crossing illegally into the country, since warmer conditions could make it more difficult for migrants to climb it. ABC-7 spoke with Dr. Estrella Herrera, a project scientist specializing in environmental
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Covarrubias-Aprendamos Foundation and the Zamora Family Foundation will host the Latinés in Leadership Awards, a celebration honoring Latina and non-binary Latiné individuals making an impact in southern New Mexico. This year’s event will take place on October 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Rio Grande Winery. Nominations are open
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso-based garment manufacturer Ready-One Industries specializes in a diverse range of products. Lincoln Smith, the ready-one vice president and chief operating officer, along with ready-one sewing machine operator David Fernandez, spoke about the benefits of the company. Website: ReadyOne.jobs Address: 1414 Ability Dr, El Paso, TX 79936 Phone number: 915-858-7277 Ext. 1137
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Paso del Norte Health Foundation and United Way of El Paso County are collaborating to empower local nonprofit organizations. Laura Falco, Director of Marketing and Engagement, explains what board training is and how one can get involved.
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CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA)— Thursday marked the end of the chapter at Canutillo ISD. The police department’s very first K-9 retired. Officer Alis, a 9-year-old Belgian Malinois, had been with the district for the past seven years. She specialized in detecting weapons and narcotics. The officer has become like an extended family member for many within
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today is Monday, August 18. Here’s a complete list of TxDOT’s road closures for August 18 – August 22. I-10 Widening West 2 has some full closures coming up to place pavement markings, Wednesday night westbound at Vinton to Anthony, and Thursday eastbound at Anthony to Vinton, detouring traffic to the frontage roads, no problem.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Municipal Rose Gardens offers a welcoming weekend escape in Central El Paso. The four-acre oasis features about 1,900 rosebushes across 500 varieties, creating a vibrant tapestry of color. Visitors can wander along winding paths that overlook our vibrant city and families will appreciate the stroller-friendly routes and free
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso County is hosting its fourth and final gun buyback today from 8 AM to 12 PM at the Ascarate County Tax Office. Participants can receive prepaid gift cards for turning in unwanted firearms, with $50 for dismantled or incomplete guns, $100 for rifles and shotguns, $150 for handguns and
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – KTEP Public Media, of the University of Texas at El Paso, announced that it will hold a fundraising drive to raise funds for its popular National Public Radio programming for the upcoming fiscal year. ABC-7 reported that NPR programming was funded through a grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez will host the “Juárez en la Juárez: Amor Eterno” event this Saturday, August 16, aimed at revitalizing and boosting the city’s Downtown area along the historic Benito Juárez Avenue. The event will close Juárez Avenue from the intersection of Mejía Street to Azucenas Street. The event begins
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