EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There’s still plenty to do in El Paso, including at one treasured wetland, Keystone Heritage Park. Keystone Heritage Park and the El Paso Desert Botanical Gardens is an archaic wetland that includes a native desert plant botanical garden and even the remains of an archaeological site. Located on 58 acres
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 1200 students visited El Paso Community College on Saturday, July 26, to receive free backpacks loaded with school supplies. This initiative was part of EPCC’s 10th Annual School Store Backpack Giveaway. 32 different EPCC departments came together with several community partners to host this event. Students from Kindergarten through 6th
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Clean-up efforts are actively underway in Vado this morning following significant flash flooding earlier this week. Dona Ana County is organizing a community cleanup event, while officials are urging residents to place trash and debris near the curb by 9 AM for easy removal. Multiple construction crews, including Sandoval Construction
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EL PASO (KVIA) — Thursday, April 24th was National Tequila Day, and, the celebration continues through the weekend. In another edition of “People, Places & Paul”, KVIA Anchor Paul Cicala goes “Xtra Depth” from the Agave Room & Ambar Bar at the Plaza Hotel in downtown El Paso, where the largest and rarest agave spirit
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ABC-7 met with two sisters from Vado, N.M. whose homes got flooded overnight Wednesday — they shared what their homes look like and their biggest concerns. Rosa Emilia Olasio and her sister, who are also neighbors opened their doors to ABC-7 and showed the now muddy rooms their homes are filled with. Their items, all
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Congressman Tony Gonzales’ office recently announced that he is leading the Texas border delegation on a bipartisan bill aimed at protecting funding for Colonias in several counties across the state. This bill, called the “Ensuring Continued Access to Funding for Colonias Act,” seeks to safeguard federal funding sources for Colonias
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Update (July 24, 2025): Water has receded but continues to surround many homes and properties, contaminated with trash, animal feces, dead insects and oil. The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners are holding a special meeting to discuss a potential disaster declaration. It will start at 4 p.m. and be livestreamed on their YouTube channel,
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2038 last month, allowing experienced doctors from around the world to practice in Texas without needing a U.S. residency. Under the new law, doctors coming from other countries will have to meet specific requirements to be eligible to practice in Texas. In Juárez, Dr.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Exciting news! An adorable toddler from El Paso has been nominated for “Toddler of the Year,” and we’d love your help to make her the winner. Lucia is hoping to win a competition for most adorable toddler, with the winner taking home a $25,000 prize and the opportunity to star in a
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Juárez Traffic Safety Coordination (CGSV), also known as the Juárez Traffic Police, provided roadside assistance to 111 drivers and seven who required towing due to heavy rains that caused flooding on Sunday and Monday. Juárez municipal police (SSPM) and the civil protection department have been assisting drivers as well. SSPM
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The International Museum of Art’s 3rd annual Member Showcase. The event will showcase the people, places, and moments that bring us happiness. Joy Abounds will be on view from July 26 through August 31, 2025. To become a member today, please visit us at: https://internationalmuseumofart.org/become-a-member-today/.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In the wake of devastating floods that uprooted lives in Ruidoso, one woman is leading a heartwarming initiative. Natalie Viramontes, owner of Valley Farms New Mexico, is transforming her family’s flower fields into a source of aid for those in need. With her “Flowers for the Floods” campaign, she’s donating
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Child Crisis Center of El Paso is celebrating 45 years of protecting children and supporting families in crisis. This celebration honors the community, staff, and partners who have contributed to the organization’s growth. The free, family-friendly birthday celebration and open house will take place on Friday, July 18th, from 10:00 am
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Could one new law rewrite the rules for your wealth and retirement? President Trump’s “big beautiful bill” has now officially been signed into law—and depending on your situation, it could mean opportunity or risk. Here to help us break it all down is Brian Mirau, the founder of Mirau Capital Management.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local competitive cheerleading program is allowing athletes of all abilities to participate in the sport. El Paso Threat All Star Cheer began the Cheerabilities team in 2024. The program allows athletes with disabilities to get involved in cheer! Coaches Amanda Gonzalez and Jacob Aguirre told ABC-7 they decided to
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department has announced “Third Thursdays” in the Downtown Arts District. This event offers extended hours and programming at various locations throughout the downtown area. Locations with special hours and activities include: The Market Under the Stars, 5 to 9 p.m. (Arts Festival Plaza) Artisan
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Juliet Hart Summer Enrichment Camp is an annual program for youth, held at the McCall Neighborhood. Program Highlights The camp offers a well-rounded curriculum focused on: The arts Communication skills Cultural enrichment Career exploration Location Programs are held in the Juliet Hart Educational Room at: McCall Neighborhood Center 3231 Wyoming Ave.,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 30-year-old Xavier Guadalupe Hernandez died on Sunday after a confrontation with El Paso Police Department officers, a civilian, and an off-duty officer while he was found walking along the shoulder of I-10 East and Yarbrough. ABC-7 spoke today with Hernandez’s mother, Angelica Lujan, who said she and her family feel
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –A 77-year-old woman in El Paso was nearly scammed by someone claiming to be a federal agent.The caller told Maria Guerrero she was under investigation for drug trafficking and money laundering. He gave her a badge number, case number, and said a warrant had been issued for her arrest.Guerrero said she
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department identified 30-year-old Xavier Guadalupe Hernandez as the man who was tased and killed on I-10 East at Yarbrough on Sunday. EPPD says that at approximately 10 a.m., officers responded to reports of a person attempting to jump over a barrier along the highway. Police say
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In June, Las Cruces Police investigated the “suspicious death” of a man’s body found near the tennis courts at Lions Park, located at 701 West Picacho Avenue. Authorities identified Richard Morales as the deceased man. Family members report that a screwdriver and a wrench were found next to his body,
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SANTA TERESA, NEW MEXICO (KVIA)– On July 12, 2025, activists in Santa Teresa, New Mexico will gather for a non-violence protest rally against border militarization. The event is organized by immigration and public-lands advocates and begins at 9 AM. The rally is to protest Trump Administration’s decision to place 109,000 acres of public land under
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– ABC-7 spoke to some local businesses who said ongoing construction along Montana Avenue continues to impact them. Construction for the Montana Project began in 2019 and is expected to be completed in 2027. According to TxDOT El Paso, the project from Global Reach to Loop 375 is set to improve mobility
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Plaza Theatre announced Jurassic Park in Concert is coming to El Paso later in the year. The music of the 1993 film will be performed by the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. Audiences can watch the movie while musicians perform the score written by legendary composer John Williams. The concert
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A Fort Bliss soldier and his wife are in the hospital with serious injuries after getting caught in the Ruidoso floods, leaving their two young children dead. The family was caught at the wrong time while they were just on vacation in Ruidoso, where they’d then lose their 4-year-old Charlotte Trotter and 7-year-old Sebastian Trotter.
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Lance Robert’s family has owned a home just 10 miles outside the valley for more than two decades in central Texas. Situated on high ground between Kerrville and Medina, the family said they endured the heavy rain over the holiday weekend but had no indication of the deadly disaster unfolding nearby. It wasn’t until the
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