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Doña Ana District Attorney candidates discuss retaining prosecutors, lowering case dismissals
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Election day is less than a week away now, and on the ballot is the next District Attorney of Doña Ana County. ABC-7 sat down with both candidates to share their positions on issues the current D.A.’s office, and Las Cruces is currently facing. We spoke with both democratic
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Halloween safety tips for kids trick-or-treating
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– With Halloween right around the corner, we want to make sure your festivities are safe. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the following guidelines. The FDA reminds the community to wear bright, reflective costumes or add strips
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ABC-7 at 4: Big Brothers Big Sisters “Dancing with the Stars” annual fundraiser returns
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—The Big Brother’s Big Sisters mentorship program returns for its annual event, Dancing for Kids Sake. WHEN: November 2 at 6 pm WHERE: Plaza Theater (125 Pioneer Plaza) WHAT: El Paso’s Spin on “Dancing with the Stars!” Celebrity Guest Mario Lopez will cohost with ABC 7’s Stephanie Valle for this year’s 2024 Dance for Kids’
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El Paso Central Business Association hosts luncheon with Mayor Oscar Leeser
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Central Business Association (CBA) will host its October Luncheon, featuring El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser, today. In a news release, CBA said this opportunity for business leaders and stakeholders in downtown El Paso to connect, network, and engage with key decision-makers. It fosters an environment for meaningful
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ABC-7 at 4: Cyber Security Awareness Month
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—As we close out Cybersecurity Awareness Month, FBI El Paso wants to give a few more tips on how to stay safe online, especially with the holiday shopping season fast approaching. Even amidst large-scale data breaches and cyberattacks, Cyber Security Awareness Month reminds everyone that there are simple, effective ways to stay safe
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ABC-7 at 4: Cielo Vista Mall to host family friendly trick-or-treating event
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Calling all ghouls and goblins! Visit Cielo Vista Mall for all the thrills and chills this month, from not-so-scary bounce park to family-friendly trick-or-treating. Cielo Vista Mall will also host a free mall-wide Halloween Trick-or-Treating event from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 31. For a night full of frights and bags full of delights,
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ABC-7 at 4: El Paso Museum of Art to honor Military Veterans in Day of the Dead Altar Display
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Endeavors, El Paso, in partnership with the El Paso Museum of Art, will showcase its Day of the Dead altar titled Altars for Our Heroes. Featured artists include veterans, active duty service members, military spouses, and their families. This moving dedication is designed to
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ABC-7 at 4: Flying Horse Half Marathon, 10k, 5k
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Mark your calendars. The Flying Horse half marathon will be here in less than a month. The half marathon is perfect for all runners, whether you’re taking your first strides or chasing a personal best. The United Way of El Paso County presents the event, which the City of Sunland Park sponsors.
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Migrants in Juarez taken to the hospital after getting food poisoning
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On Monday, a group of 32 migrants had to be taken to several local hospitals in Juárez after an incident of food poisoning at the city’s Kiki Romero shelter. Two of the sickened migrants were minors. Juárez media outlets are reporting that the incident happened after midnight today. ABC-7 spoke with
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ABC-7 at 4: TxDOT Halloween Safety
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-While Halloween isn’t until next Thursday, kids and families may be out and about this weekend, and TX Dot wants everyone to get home safely. Here with some advice is TxDot’s Jennifer Wright. TxDot El Paso Closures: I-10 Widening West Sunday, October 27 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. I-10 West will be
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Chihuahua state prison in Juárez decreases inmate population
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Centro de Reinserción Social No. 3, or CERESO 3 in Juárez, has recently been operating at overpopulation. The Chihuahua Secretariat of Public Safety (SSPE) took over operations of the state prison in February of 2023, after a prison riot that left several inmates dead. ‘El CERESO’ has a capacity for 3,889 inmates,
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DEA’s Take Back Day aims to prevent prescription drug misuse in El Paso
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is holding its annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26. This is an opportunity to safely dispose of expired, unused, or unwanted medications. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and offers anonymous drop-off locations across the city.
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New TMS El Paso clinic opens in Far East
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Far East El Paso residents are now a little closer to mental health treatment. TMS El Paso opened its third clinic in El Paso today. The new clinic is located at 2204 Joe Battle, Ste 207D. TMS El Paso specializes in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), which is an alternative treatment
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ABC-7 at 4: Breast Cancer Awareness
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-October is an important time of our year. A time for everyone to come together and raise awareness about breast cancer. And joining us now is Dr. Alozie from Sunset West Health to talk about breast cancer and why breast cancer rates continue to rise in younger women.
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ABC-7 at 4: Make-A-Wish El Paso is asking for the community to help grant its 1,000th wish
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Make-A-Wish strives to grant the wish of every eligible child in the 161 counties we serve in Texas, with boots on the ground in El Paso, West Texas, the Panhandle, and the Dallas-Forth Worth area.Since our chapter’s founding in 1982, they have granted more than 13,000 wishes. According to MAke-A-Wish El Paso,
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ABC-7 at 4: Smart Money-Social Security
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Social Security is the foundation of so many American retirements – but it’s also, as usual, at the center of political controversy. With discussion about whether or not the program can remain solvent into the future, many retirees are picturing what life would look like without Social Security. Investment Advisor Brian
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El Paso’s Foreign Trade Zone 68 hosts annual industry summit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Business leaders in the El Paso, New Mexico and Juárez region gathered this morning to discuss economic development opportunities for the borderland. The event is hosted by the El Paso International Airport’s Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) 68. It will feature panel discussions led by industry leaders and experts focusing on
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Precious Time: Chamberino mother’s resounding legacy despite terminal diagnosis
CHAMBERINO, New Mexico (KVIA) — 36-year-old Lisa Alvarado-Dominguez has remained optimistic despite a dark diagnosis. In October 2022, the mother of five was diagnosed with metaplastic squamous cell carcinoma of the breast, an aggressive and rare form of cancer. Alvarado-Dominguez was forced to seek medical treatment in California. After undergoing chemotherapy and a mastectomy, she
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ABC-7 at 4: UTEP to Welcome Future Miners at Orange & Blue Day
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—The University of Texas at El Paso invites high school juniors, seniors, and their families to experience life as a Miner at this year’s Orange & Blue Day, UTEP’s most significant annual open house event. Attendees can explore campus life through guided tours, attend college showcases, and learn about applying to UTEP, financial aid, and campus
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U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector closes FY2024 with decrease in migrant encounters
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released operational statistics yesterday for Fiscal Year 2024, including September 2024’s operational update which shows how El Paso Field Office (CBP) and El Paso Sector (Border Patrol) did compared to Fiscal Year 2023. According to data from the U.S. Border Patrol and Office of
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National Teen Driver Safety Week: El Paso parents urged to talk to your teens
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) – Seven teens die every day from car crashes in the U.S. This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week and experts are urging parents to take an active role in improving teen driver safety. According to the National Road Safety Foundation, the top contributors of teen driver fatalities include speeding,
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ABC-7 at 4: Untapped Talent Event Empowers Businesses to Hire People, Not Labels
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)— Untapped Talent Hiring People, Not Labels Business Forum & HireAbility Recognition Ceremony will take place on October 22, 2024. The event aims to educate, celebrate, and recognize the incredible abilities of individuals beyond traditional labels. To attend the event, register at bit.ly/hireability or call 915-887-2545. Date &
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Mexico’s National Guard seizes dozens of firearms after weekend standoff
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Mexican National Guard was involved in a shootout with armed civilians just South of Ciudad Juárez on Sunday. The agency reported members of the National Guard (GN) repelled an attack and seized 31 firearms, 123 magazines of ammunition, more than 2,900 rounds, various tactical equipment, and three vehicles. It happened
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El Paso International Airport to receive $26.8 million for runway safety upgrades
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — El Paso International Airport (EPIA) is set to undergo major safety improvements with a $26.8 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This project addresses a specific concern at EPIA that was identified by the FAA Runway Safety Action Team in 2016 as a potential hotspot for runway incursions.
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Border Patrol agents rescue 20 migrants from stash house
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Border Patrol agents rescued 20 migrants from a stash house, this according to El Paso Border Patrol Chief Anthony “Scott” Good. He shared photos on social media Sunday morning. Good said it was a joint effort involving the El Paso Police Department. He said “smugglers continue to overcrowd the stash houses
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Las Cruces Air & Space Expo takes flight this weekend
LAS CRUCES, NM (KVIA) — The skies over the Las Cruces International Airport will be buzzing this weekend as the annual Las Cruces Air & Space Expo kicks off. Attendees can expect anything from Sport Class Air Racing, displays of airplanes and helicopters large and small, spacecraft and aerospace exhibits, STEM Activities, and more! Tune
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ABC-7 at 4: TX Dot Widening West Project 2
El Paso, TX(KVIA-TV)-You may be familiar with the I-10 widening west project on El Paso’s west side which is adding a lane in each direction to I-10 between north Mesa and Vinton. The next part is starting soon. Here with details is TX Dot’s Jennifer Wright.
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Couple from El Paso showcase documentary about their trek across 370 miles
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A couple that used to live in El Paso is debuting their PBS documentary series called Chasing the Tide. The documentary premeiered on October 10th in the Borderland. Chrissy and Jay Kleberg walked more than 370 miles across the State of Texas’ coastline, from the Louisiana border to the Rio Grande.
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