EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, some border residents expressed divided opinions regarding a local businessman’s proposal to rename the Bridge of the Americas after President Donald Trump. The El Paso Chamber, along with other local business leaders, held a news conference Wednesday in Downtown El Paso. Leaders called on local, state, and federal government
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department is warning local businesses and residents about a scam impersonating EPFD personnel. The City of El Paso said individuals involved in the scam falsely claim to represent EPFD and demand payment for fire-related services. “EPFD will never request or demand upfront payment from businesses or
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said it arrested a man accused of letting his child drive an ATV without functioning brakes. On Monday, deputies received a report of a crash at the intersection of Cypress Street and Wahlen Lane in Fabens. EPCSO said 37-year-old Jose Luis Lechuga let his
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Five people face federal drug trafficking charges for allegedly distributing narcotics through an operation coordinated by an American citizen incarcerated in a Juarez prison. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office District for New Mexico, the FBI, Las Cruces/Dona Ana County Metro Narcotics and Homeland Security Investigations launched an investigation into
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SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) — Doña Ana Fire Rescue crews and County Animal Control rescued a cat that wandered into the undercarriage of its owner’s car Wednesday. Just after 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, firefighters went to a home off of N Country Club Road. Kitty’s owner tried to find the cat, but couldn’t because of it’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Loya family announced a $20 million gift to the Downtown Deck Plaza Foundation. The foundation said the gift will go into the proposed 6.5-acre park over the I-10. According to the foundation, the proposed park would also be named after Fred Loya and his family. “The future park will
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many people here in the borderland desperately need mental health care, but can’t afford it. That’s where Catholic Counseling Services comes in, offering sliding fee scales, hoping no one is turned away. CCS is asking El Pasoans to consider donating on this Giving Day, Thursday, Oct. 15. Dr. Allannah Sanchez
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, four El Paso non-profits stepped into the boxing ring together, not as competitors, but as teammates fighting for the community. El Paso Giving Day is the region’s largest online day of charitable giving. Created to spotlight nonprofit organizations and inspire a new generation of donors, El Paso Giving Day rallies
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UPDATE (Oct. 15, 2026): The El Paso Police Department said a 20-year-old motorcyclist died after the crash on Wednesday night. EPPD said Brandon Olivas drove his motorcycle eastbound at a “high rate of speed.” At the same time, the driver of a Chevy Malibu car drove westbound. The driver of the Malibu turned left, and
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Voters will see a bond regarding renovations to the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. In July 2026, the Las Cruces City Council approved a resolution for the public to vote on the General Obligation (GO) bond to support the project. The bond is secured by property tax capacity already in place.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV) — A new leadership cohort is set to launch in El Paso, offering high school-aged girls the chance to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and make a tangible impact in their community. Strive Now, in partnership with La Nube and Mija, Yes You Can®, has announced “The Collab: La Nube x
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Las Cruces, NM(KVIA-TV) — The much-anticipated Coats for Kids campaign kicked off its 32nd annual drive this week, aiming to ensure that every child in Las Cruces stays warm this winter. Organized by Las Cruces Coats in partnership with Las Cruces Public Schools, the initiative plans to distribute over 1,250 brand-new winter coats to students
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Chamber, along with other local business leaders, held a news conference Wednesday in Downtown El Paso. Economy Wholesale Grocers President Paul Dipp said the bridge should be named after President Donald Trump. “I also propose, along with many others, that the bridge be renamed the Donald J.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Wednesday, the El Paso County Elections Department did a log and accuracy test on electronic pollbook equipment that will be used for the November elections. The county said officials use this test to verify whether voter information has been correctly loaded into the system, whether key devices are working
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Democratic candidate for Texas governor Gina Hinojosa will stop in El Paso during a campaign tour, her press team announced Wednesday. Hinojosa’s campaign released dates for her “One Flight” GOTV tour. Her El Paso stop is scheduled for Oct. 28. El Paso is the second-to-last stop on the One Flight
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso residents can receive guidance from city Tax Office representatives at senior and community centers starting Oct. 27. The El Paso Consolidated Tax Office, in partnership with the Department of Information Technology and Parks and Recreation Department, will host a series of free Tax Information Sessions where residents can
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DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) — Wednesday, the Board of County Commissioners for Doña Ana County has announced the members appointed to serve on the Community Monitoring Committee related to Project Jupiter. The board established the committee to provide a forum for community input and oversight related to the Project Jupiter data center being built
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Doña Ana County Clerk’s Office warned about misinformation spreading online alleging that election workers wrote on voters’ ballots, disqualifying ballots. “While the claim does not appear to have originated in Doña Ana County, it has spread throughout New Mexico, causing potential confusion among voters,” the county said in a
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FORT STOCKTON, Texas (KVIA) — A tornado touched down in Fort Stockton, Texas, on Wednesday. ABC-7 viewer Tracy Novak shared photos of the tornado. Novak saw the tornado around 2:30 p.m.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 34-year-old man is accused of trying to kidnap a 14-year-old girl. Authorities arrested him at the Bridge of the Americas, according to the Office of Field Operations Port of El Paso. Sunday, federal officials encountered the man at BOTA. OFO didn’t publicly identify the man and accused him of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Justice4Xavier movement is heading to the Texas Capitol after meeting with the El Paso District Attorney. District Attorney James Montoya confirmed Xavier Hernandez’ case will go before a grand jury. Hernandez died on July 13, 2025, following an encounter with El Paso law enforcement. He was 30 years old.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Community College will celebrate Halloween early with trunk-or-treat events and its annual fall festival, the school announced Wednesday. Oct. 17 from noon to 3 p.m.: Sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat at EPCC’s Valle Verde campus (919 Hunter Dr., AST parking lot). EPCC’s Center for Students with Disabilities will host a sensory-friendly
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Those who celebrate Dia de los Muertos can add photos of their pets and family members to community ofrendas in El Paso. Ofrenda at El Paso City Hall The City of El Paso said it will set up a community altar at City Hall foyer (300 N. Campbell St.). The
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CLINT, Texas (KVIA) — The Clint Independent School District Board of Trustees approved a one-time retention stipend for district staff. Full-time CISD teachers and staff will receive $750. Part-time staff serving in regularly scheduled and full-year positions will receive $300. Stipends are scheduled to go out Nov. 18. Staff must meet the following requirements to
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UPDATE (Oct. 13, 2026): El Paso City Council unanimously voted in favor of blocking business with Flock Safety or similar companies. The resolution directs El Paso City Manager Dionne Mack not to conduct agreements or arrangements with Flock or other providers for networked automated license plate reader cameras or similar technology. The resolution is for
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Downtown El Paso’s Mexican American Cultural Center said its annual Día de los Muertos Desfile & Festival returns Oct. 24. The festival celebrates life and those who have departed. The MACC’s Día de los Muertos celebration will take place in the heart of the Downtown Arts District. The event’s signature
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Downtown El Paso will once again transform into a winter wonderland for the annual WinterFest. This year, the City of El Paso said WinterFest will be “brighter and better than ever” with more than one million lights! WinterFest kicks off Nov. 21 with the Sherr Legate Lights Parade at 6
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-On October 22, 2026, women leaders, visionaries, and changemakers from across the country will gather for a transformative conference aimed at sparking dialogue, sharing authentic stories, and helping to shape a more equitable future.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – Destination El Paso is inviting the community to take part in the traditions, culture and spirit of Día de los Muertos by holding its first free Día de los Muertos event at the Downtown Visitor Information Center, the event beginning with a press conference and the cutting of a ribbon
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It has been nearly two months since the start of the school year for the El Paso Independent School District, and one new initiative entering the classroom has become a talking point this fall: the central office substitute program. According to EPISD, the new initiative requires administrative employees in the
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