SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — Water discoloration is being reported by some customers, according to Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA). CRRUA officials say discoloration is due to system maintenance operations. Utility technicians are currently addressing the issue. They also say the water is safe to consume.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council voted 5-1 Monday to present a letter of reprimand to Representative for District 7 Henry Rivera. Representative for District 4, Joe Molinar, told ABC-7 Rivera is accused of allowing his wife, Dora Oaxaca, to supervise and direct the day-to-day duties of a city employee. He is
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As American Heart Month draws to a close, Del Sol Medical Center patient Mike Menager shares his remarkable journey of undergoing a life-saving heart procedure at the hospital. Over a year and a half ago, Mike received a pacemaker installation to address his heart condition. However, his health continued to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Borderland Rainbow Center will hold a vigil Sunday for Nex Benedict. Benedict was a non-binary 16-year-old originally from El Paso, who died in Owasso, Oklahoma earlier this month. Their death came a day after they were allegedly attacked in a bathroom at their high school. Nex’s mother, Sue Benedict,
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Nylia Ballet Academy is gearing up for the production of “Cinderella” and called all dancers to audition. The event took place at their studio on 13340 Soleen Rd. Ste D, drawing eager participants on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Auditions ran from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, with the morning session for dancers aged 13 and
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- This Leap Year, the town of Anthony invites the community to step into the rhythm of their most anticipated cultural celebration, the Leap Year Festival, happening March 1-2. Amidst the festivities, Luis Grijalva, renowned cumbia instructor from Art in Motion dance studios, is set to lead the charge in bringing the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Annunciation House in El Paso is set to speak out for the first time after the Texas Attorney General’s Office filed a lawsuit against it on Tuesday. The AG’s allegations say the Annunciation House is facilitating illegal entry to the U.S., harboring “aliens,” human smuggling, and operating a stash
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DONA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — In court documents obtained by ABC-7, New Mexico State Police identify the man who barricaded himself inside an RV parked at a house north of Las Cruces as Tyler Hanson. The investigator stated in the documents that Hanson is wanted in Colorado on multiple counts, including violation of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso residents interested in learning more about the proposed alternative site for the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Center (MPC) can attend public meetings next week. Virtual Session 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 Click here to participate. Hybrid Session Wednesday, Mar. 6, at 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) Santa Teresa Industrial Plant (STIP) arsenic treatment facility was taken offline for about 18 hours between February 21 and 22, 2024. Officials say a flow meter malfunction forced crews to take the facility offline. “At 3:30 p.m. on Feb. 21, the certified
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Update: During the meeting those in attendance voiced their concern regarding the absence of superintendent Dr. Nate Carman. This comes less than a week after Carman decided to leave for another superintendent position in Arizona. He is set to leave SISD at the end of the school year. On Jan. 23, SISD held a board
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Fallen Las Cruces Police Department Officer Jonah Hernandez will be laid to rest Wednesday. The procession will leave Martin Funeral Home (1460 George Dieter Dr.) around 9 a.m. Abundant Church (1000 Valley Crest Drive) will host a funeral service at 10 a.m., then police will lead the procession to
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CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — Administrators with Canutillo ISD addressed dozens of parents inside Deanna Davenport Elementary School Monday night. The district informed families of Davenport that they will be recommending combining Davenport Elementary with Bill Childress Elementary to their school board. Childress Elementary is about 3.5 miles from Davenport Elementary, according to Google Maps. If
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District along with some parents of Paul C. Moreno Elementary held a community meeting Monday to discuss the possibility of some students to move to another school. EPISD’s goal is to expand its Montessori program to teach students learning to advocate, learn at their own
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students from the Young Women’s Leadership Academy in Ysleta will compete in the Young Women’s Preparatory Network STEAM Challenge this week, and they’re asking for your help. Voting opened Monday for the competition’s People’s Choice Award. YWLA officials are asking you to vote, which can be done by clicking here.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Bel Air High School community celebrated the announcement of a new-and-improved baseball field Monday. Officials said the new field will have a synthetic turf system that emulates natural grass, as well as new dugouts, spectator seating, a digital scoreboard, LED lighting and parking. The improvements were made possible through
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ELEPHANT BUTTE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Changes could soon be coming to how much it costs to use New Mexico’s state parks. A new study by the New Mexico State Parks division of the Energy Minerals and Natural Resources Department is recommending a five dollar increase of day use for out of state residents, and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The highly anticipated El Paso Marathon will kick off Sunday morning at 7 a.m. A variety of races will be offered, including a full marathon, half marathon, 5K, and a kids dash. The El Paso Marathon is also an opportunity to explore the rich history of the El Paso County.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of the stores at The Outlet Shoppes at El Paso was burglarized Saturday night, according to a corporate spokesperson for Horizon Group Properties, which owns the outlets. But owners said it was an isolated incident, and there are no safety concerns at this time. “A couple — two people
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Marathon recently showcased a range of races, including the full marathon (26.2 miles), half marathon (13.1 miles), 5K (3.1 miles), and a kids’ dash (1/4 mile). Officials confirmed that participation in the marathon has rebounded to pre-COVID levels, with close to four thousand people from diverse backgrounds
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HORIZON, Texas (KVIA) – Deputies from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man for allegedly selling properties he did not own. The suspect is 39-year-old Francisco Quijas III. EPCSO stated the properties were located in an area in Horizon. An unnamed victim paid Quijas $9,500 to buy a property lot in Horizon,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Some students in El Paso attaining to be EMTs may now have a greater opportunity to achieve their dreams at no cost. This past Tuesday, the GECU Foundation donated $8,500 to the ProAction Emergency Services Institute. That donation will all go towards two scholarships for students looking to become emergency
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Anahi Leanos died just one day before her 18th birthday. She was killed by an alleged drunk driver. Now, Leanos’ family is asking El Pasoans not to drink and drive, saying it’s far too common. The family set up a Gofundme in the wake of Leanos’ death. “I’ve seen so
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Need something to do this President’s Day Weekend in the Borderland? We’ve got you and your family covered! First, Southwest University Park, home of the El Paso Chihuahuas and El Paso Locomotive FC, is looking to fill several positions this year, and are hosting their job fair Saturday. It happening from
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El Paso, Texas ( KVIA)-NMSU Black Programs and NMSU Student Success will celebrate excellence in education and the arts during the Black History Month Variety Show. The theme is “Bridging the Gap,” the host will be DJ Black from Hot 103 FM. The show will feature performances by local artists from a variety of genres.
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Editor’s Note: The story has been updated to include a response from Judge Marlene Gonzalez to ABC-7’s inquiry regarding redaction vs. sealing of records. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The divorce case of current City Representative and mayoral candidate Cassandra Hernandez may be closed, but it raised questions of transparency and resulted in her endorsement
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JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Juárez Ecology Department held a keynote lecture in front of dozens of Borderland teenagers and authorities to keep raising awareness on animal welfare and to prevent more abuse cases in the city. Miguel Carbonell, a Mexican investigator and author of several human and animal rights books, was the keynote speaker
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 got a firsthand look at the Crisis Negotiation Training law enforcement officers undergo to help prepare them for stressful situations. Friday marked the fifth and final day of a 40-hour course. The last day involved scenario training. Local, state and federal partners were also involved in the training as
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One weekend every year is set aside for celebrating, selling, and of course eating girl scout cookies. Most people have a favorite, and whether yours is thin mint, samoa or shortbread, your purchase is helping girls in our community. We caught up with some local girls who say they love
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Update: An ABC-7 crew is on the scene and sees one person in police custody. LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Police are dealing with a SWAT standoff in Las Cruces. This is happening at a home near the 2200 block of Corley Drive. ABC-7 has a crew going to the scene. This is a
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