Governor Abbott signs executive order to protect kids from hemp products
AUSTIN, TX (KVIA) — Today Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order aimed at protecting children from hemp-derived products,…
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Woman dies after 19-year-old disregards stop sign, crashes into her car: Texas DPS
VAN HORN, Texas (KVIA) — One person is dead after a crash on I-10 outside of Van Horn Tuesday morning. Investigators say Harlingen, Texas resident…
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UTEP expands esports program; EPCC launches its own
by Daniel Perez September 9, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. A 1990 “Far Side”…
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Immigration judge halts removal of El Pasoan Xochitl Santiago as federal courts block deportation, transfer of her and another DACA recipient
by Cindy Ramirez September 9, 2025 7:20 p.m. Sept. 9: This story has been updated to include attorneys for Catalina “Xochitl” Santiago saying…
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Gov. Greg Abbott orders minors banned from THC products
By Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune Sept. 10, 2025 “Gov. Greg Abbott orders minors banned from THC products” was first published by The Texas Tribune,…
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Mesilla Valley residents urged to sign up for emergency alert app
The Mesilla Valley Regional Dispatch Authority and the Doña Ana County Office of Emergency Management are urging all residents to sign up for…
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Texas Rep. James Talarico launches Democratic bid for U.S. Senate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Democratic Texas State Representative James Talarico has just announced he’s running for the U.S. Senate. Rep. Talarico made…
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Police speak out about use of force at Cincinnati Entertainment District bar
Update (September 9, 2025): El Paso Police just released a statement on the incident that happened at a Cincinnati Entertainment District bar on…
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Family of El Paso man who died after being tased by police to file lawsuit seeking accountability
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Angelica Lujan, the mother of Xavier Guadalupe Hernandez, the 30-year-old man who died after a confrontation with police…
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Fort Bliss soldier arrested in Las Cruces, charged with aggravated battery
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Fort Bliss soldier is facing aggravated battery and other charges in Las Cruces. Las Cruces Police say that Ryder Scott is…
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New Details: Fabens man accused of soliciting a minor
FABENS, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has obtained new court documents in the arrest of Joe Hector Miranda, 47. Miranda is accused of criminal solicitation…
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Doña Ana County Commissioner Shannon Reynolds criticized for allegedly sharing personal info of residents online
DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico Environmental Law Center is calling for action after Doña Ana County Commissioner Shannon…
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Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other restrictions
By Renzo Downey, The Texas Tribune Sept. 9, 2025 “Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other…
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The Senior: story of 59-year-old college football player comes to life on big screen
College football is a brutal, high-impact sport that tests the physical and mental limits of young athletes. But what happens when you put on the…
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One dead, another injured after East El Paso shooting
UPDATE: El Paso Police say two people were shot possibly outside of a home. A man in his 30’s died as a result of his injuries. A woman in her 20’s…
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Kissing bug disease: Humans and pets can be in danger of getting Chagas disease
EL PASO (KVIA) — Health experts confirm kissing bugs are present in El Paso County. The insects carry the parasite that causes Chagas disease, a…
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El Paso receives shipment of hibiscus plants harboring invasive pest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced new actions to fight the cotton jassid, also known as the two-spotted…
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Shots fired at Young Park Saturday evening
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Officials confirmed to ABC-7 that there was a shooting at Young Park Saturday evening. The Las Cruces Police…
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New Mexico to become first state in the nation to guarantee no-cost universal child care
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Starting November 1, 2025, New Mexico will become the first state in the nation to guarantee no-cost universal child…
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Police identify bicyclist killed in hit-and-run
UPDATE: Police have identified the person who was killed in the collision as 52-year-old, David Carmine O’Conner. According to officials, the…
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Roswell man pleads guilty to bomb threat charge
ROSWELL, New Mexico (KVIA) — Jeffrey Ramon Diaz, 43, pleaded guilty to federal charges. Federal prosecutors say law enforcement officers arrested…
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Supreme Court allows Trump to continue ‘roving’ ICE patrols in California
By John Fritze, Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court on Monday backed President Donald Trump’s push to allow immigration…
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First case of Neuroinvasive West Nile Virus reported in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso’s Department of Public Health has confirmed the first case of Neuroinvasive West Nile Virus (WNV) in the…
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$25,000 endowment to advance UTEP student success
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Electric Company Charitable Foundation established a $25,000 endowment earmarked for Student Success at the University of…
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Military Monday: Abraham Olivas
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…
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EHN shares importance of 988 Awareness Day
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and on 988 Awareness Day, ABC-7 is sharing word of the resource made special for mental health struggles —…
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Boxcar Willie rescued from railroad tracks now looking for forever home
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA)– A stray dog nicknamed “Boxcar Willie” is safe and recovering after a dramatic rescue near Doniphan Dr. and Vinton Rd.…
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New blood pressure guidelines: El Paso cardiologist says even 120 could be cause for concern
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — You might not feel it, but it could be silently damaging your heart.Updated guidelines from the American Heart Association…
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LC Police say threat against elementary school is not credible
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – A threat posted on social media against Camino Real Middle School has been deemed not credible according to Las…
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Man arrested after aggravated assault and standoff
EL PASO COUNTY, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 45-year-old man on Saturday night after two people were sent to the…
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