Lost cell phone helped police identify suspect in dumpster fire murder
UPDATE (June 2, 2026) — A lost cell phone led to the identification of Heriberto Chavez as a suspect of a murder involving a dumpster fire. ABC-7…
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Bidders walk through El Paso County Coliseum amid search for a new operator
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Organizations interested in managing the El Paso County Coliseum got an inside look at the historic venue Tuesday. The…
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Former UTEP football player takes plea deal in assault of a pregnant woman
UPDATE (JUNE 2, 2026) — According to court documents obtained by ABC-7, former UTEP football player, Jaylon Shelton, entered a plea…
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El Paso ISD board doesn’t take action on financial exigency vote
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, the El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees decided to delay action on the school district’s…
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ABC-7 Investigation spurs El Paso proposal to shift campaign event costs to candidates after Trump rally
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council Representative Lily Limón is planning to propose a new policy at next Tuesday’s City Council…
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Man from Romania to be sentenced in Las Cruces for $1.8 million fraud scheme
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A 44-year-old man from Romania has been scheduled for a sentencing hearing for a fraud scheme that stole more than $1.8…
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Zoo Fun Walk Returns: Celebrate Faith, Fitness & Family at El Paso Zoo
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)- Joy Center, a faith-based community group serving El Paso, is excited to bring back the Zoo Fun Walk in 2026. This is our…
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El Paso Water celebrates water released into Rio Grande
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Water from Elephant Butte made its way to the Rio Grande in El Paso. El Paso Water celebrated the release and said it will…
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Deadly explosion in Las Cruces duplex ruled accidental
UPDATE (June 1, 2026) — Investigation revealed the explosion and fire was an accident, according to the Las Cruces Fire Department. The explosion…
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Keeping your home cool on a budget this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With summer approaching, so are higher electricity bills. El Paso Electric shared some tips to keeping your home cool on a…
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18-year-old charged for owning 3D-printed gun, firing shots at Scenic Drive
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso police arrested an 18-year-old for allegedly owning an illegal 3D-printed gun and shooting a gun at Scenic Drive,…
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Federal inmate in Deming tests positive for measles, health officials link possible exposure to Las Cruces
DEMING, N.M. (KVIA) — An inmate at the Luna County Detention Center in Deming, New Mexico, tested positive for measles, the state health department…
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Abandoned Northeast El Paso house fire caused by arson: Investigators
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An abandoned house burned Sunday night in Northeast El Paso, the city’s fire department said. Monday, the El Paso Fire…
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1 arrested, another in hospital after crash in Horizon City
HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) –One person was sent to a hospital and another was arrested after a crash in Horizon City Sunday night, police said.…
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Extreme weather nonprofit gives away fans for some El Pasoans as high temperatures near
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the Borderland gears up for 100 degree-plus temperatures, an El Paso nonprofit will continue its annual fan drive to cool…
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City of Juárez raises awareness over rickettsiosis cases on the border
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez, through some of its departments, announced a new campaign to stop the spread…
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Military Monday: Honoring Ray Lopez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing…
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Deputies find 3 dogs in poor living conditions, man charged for alleged animal cruelty
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 29-year-old was arrested for alleged animal cruelty, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said Monday. On May 26, deputies,…
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Amistad Honors LULAC at Annual Lucy G. Humanitarian Awards Fundraiser
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Amistad celebrated its annual Lucy G. Humanitarian Awards on Saturday evening, recognizing community service while raising…
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Saving Hootie, the baby Great Horned Owl
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A baby great horned owl, named Hootie, is on the path to recovery and slated for release in the coming weeks after being…
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El Paso’s Stephanie Han makes ceremonial weigh-in before match with Holly Holm
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The highly-anticipated showdown between Stephanie Han and Holly Holm is less than 24 hours away. The ceremonial weigh-ins…
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Former El Paso City representative candidate charged for alleged child sexual assault
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A former candidate for El Paso City Council, District 5, was arrested on charges including indecency with a child,…
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office shares motorcycle safety tips amid increase in crashes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Motorcyclists are more vulnerable in traffic due to their smaller size and reduced visibility, the El Paso County Sheriff’s…
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El Paso County requests proposals for management, operation of County Coliseum
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County said it’s looking for firms to manage, operate, market and administrate the County Coliseum. Friday, the…
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Socorro man sentenced to 3 years, 6 months in Juárez prison for deadly crash
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A Socorro man has been sentenced to three years and six months in a Juárez state prison, the The Chihuahua…
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El Paso entrepreneur eyes Shark Tank, shares story of pursuing the American Dream
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoan Betty Landin joined countless other business hopefuls aiming to be cast in the next season of ABC’s Shark Tank.…
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El Paso ISD names first female chief of district police
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District appointed a new district police service chief. Donica Pedregon made history as the…
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Good Vibes Only: Silva Magnet senior, first-generation college student secures scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Just days away from Silva Magnet High School’s graduation ceremony, senior Josefina Cortez is eager to embark on the next…
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Man charged for animal cruelty after deputies find malnourished dog
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said it charged a man for animal cruelty after finding an underweight dog with visible…
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All El Paso Harmony Public Schools recognized for commitment to STEM learning
Harmony Public Schools EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — All Six Harmony Public Schools Campuses have been recognized in El Paso to earn a National PLTW…
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