GECU Foundation donates $8,500 towards EMT scholarships
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…
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Family of drunk driving victim asks El Pasoans to stop drinking and driving
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…
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Two crashes less than one mile from each other causing traffic back up in East El Paso
UPDATE – The crash along I-10 has been cleared. Southbound lanes of Mcrae have been closed due to the first crash, according to EPPD. EL PASO, Texas…
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Weekend Planner: What you and your family can do in the Borderland
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…
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Watch: Candlelight vigil for LCPD Officer Jonah Hernandez
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A candlelight vigil took place in Las Cruces Friday, February 16, 2024 at 6 p.m. Family and friends spoke to the…
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El Paso FBI agents arrest La Chely on multiple homicide charges
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — FBI agents arrested Michelle Angelica Pineda, known as “La Chely” at a motel Thursday. The Mexican Government was looking…
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Socorro ISD superintendent leaving district for Arizona job
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Socorro ISD Superintendent Dr. Nate Carman will leave the district to head the Higley Unified School District in Arizona…
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Divorce case cloaked: Case touches two political campaigns
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…
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FBI El Paso, law enforcement officers undergo crisis negotiation training
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 got a firsthand look at the Crisis Negotiation Training law enforcement officers undergo to help prepare them for…
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Las Cruces graphics company holding fundraiser for slain LCPD officer
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Friday is the final day of House of Grafix’s fundraiser for Officer Jonah Hernandez, who was stabbed and killed on…
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El Paso Animal Services warns some dogs may need to be euthanized
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Animal Services is warning that it may need to euthanize some dogs. As the shelter struggles with capacity issues,…
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18 high school welding teams to compete for over $50,000 in scholarships at Sun City Welding Academy
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Today, The Sun City Welding Academy will host 18 high school welding teams from West Texas and New Mexico for the 3rd Annual…
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UTEP upends Western Kentucky, 73-68; Coach Keitha Adams reaches 500 career wins
(Courtesy: UTEP Athletics) EL PASO, Texas – The Don Haskins Center was full of love following Valentine’s Day as the UTEP women’s basketball team…
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Former City leaders critical of proposed Multipurpose Center at Union Depot site
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two letters were sent to Mayor Oscar Leeser and current members of El Paso City Council. One was written by former City…
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Man dies in Las Cruces shooting, police investigating
LAS CRUCES (KVIA) — Police in Las Cruces are investigating an early-morning shooting on the 900 block of Graham Street. Police say that one man died…
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City’s plans for outdoor amphitheater may hinge on ballpark contract
by Elida S. Perez, El Paso MattersFebruary 15, 2024 The city may be violating its contract with MountainStar Sports, which operates Southwest…
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Safety protocol lifted at Burges High School
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Burges High School was placed on a safety protocol for a few minutes early Thursday afternoon. The protocol was lifted a few…
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Person in custody after SWAT standoff in Las Cruces
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…
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Funeral planned for fallen Las Cruces PD officer
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces will host a candlelight vigil for fallen LCPD Officer Jonah Hernandez. The vigil will happen at Friday,…
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El Paso Municipal Court reports a rise in traffic deaths and crashes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Municipal Court continues to warn drivers against speeding. According to the court’s X page, traffic crashes and…
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El Paso Marathon set to take off this Sunday!
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — This Sunday, February 18, is the highly anticipated El Paso Marathon kicking off at 7 a.m. They offer a variety of races,…
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Family of man named in LCPD officer death grieves, asks for forgiveness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The family of the man Las Cruces police say stabbed an officer, killing him, are extending condolences to that officer’s…
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FC Juarez player dies in car crash
Update: FC Juarez delayed its Saturday game out of respect for Chávez. Team officials have not yet said when the game will be rescheduled. JUAREZ,…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for Feb. 15: Parade shooting, Middle East, NASA, Immigration, Trump trial
KCTV, KMBC, CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Security experts are raising concerns about artificial intelligence and how it can be used to…
Continue Reading Drunk driver dies in Far East El Paso crash, police say
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police say a woman was drunk when she crashed into the back of two cars on Zaragoza February 4, 2024. She died on…
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A look at mental health response in Southern New Mexico
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — With the passing of LCPD Officer Jonah Hernandez, questions have come up about mental health needs in southern New…
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El Paso chocolate shop bringing the sweetest treats on Valentine’s Day for decades
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Happy Valentine’s Day! Love is in the air today and what better way to celebrate than with chocolate. Chocolat’ in El Paso…
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Memorial held for Horizon High School student
Update (September 2, 2025): The charges against Solis have been dismissed. HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) — Friends, family, and the Horizon High School…
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Chaparral woman returns home to find man drinking milk, cooking soup in her kitchen
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — Law enforcement officials in Chaparral arrested Tommy Lee Lucero after a woman returned home to find him making…
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22-year-old woman charged with intoxicated manslaughter in Northeast El Paso crash
Update: New court documents obtained by ABC-7 reveal Lopez allegedly told officers she had been driving home from Pockets (a bar on Dyer) at the time…
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