ABC Meteorologist Ginger Zee surprises ABC-7 weekend anchor on-air
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 weekend anchor and reporter, Sam Harasimowicz, was surprised on-air by one of his favorites. Sam was gifted a special…
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Human smuggling chase involving a Texas DPS trooper leads to crash in Clint
UPDATE: Officials with Texas DPS confirmed to ABC-7 the Saturday afternoon crash involving a trooper involved human smuggling. Officials said six…
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El Paso ISD is looking to hire teachers, nurses, and other staff
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) hosted a hiring fair Saturday looking to staff several positions in the…
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Tails are happily wagging at the Joey Barraza and Vino Memorial Park
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Pet owners in northeast El Paso have a new spot to take their fur babies. The Joey Barraza and Vino Memorial Park at 11270…
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FBI arrests felon with ties to Chuco Tango gang, continue searching for another
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Members of the FBI El Paso’s Violent Crime and Gang task force arrested a known felon after executing multiple search and…
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Parent education around vaping in the Borderland, prevention resources available
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the American Heart Association, Vaping is the new youth tobacco epidemic with 1 in 5 teens vaping,…
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New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum holds 23rd annual Cowboy Days celebration
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum is holding its 23rd annual Cowboy Days celebration Saturday, March…
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The road to state continues! Chapin advances to regional final after defeating Wyatt in double overtime, 69-68
Wichita Falls, Texas – Chapin’s historic run in the Class 5A playoffs continues. The Huskies punched their ticket to the Elite 8, and is now just one…
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Organ Mountain band teacher accused of criminal sexual contact of a minor
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — An Organ Mountain High School band teacher was arrested Thursday. He’s charged with criminal sexual contact of a…
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Shifts in student enrollment at El Paso school districts leads to funding changes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A shift in enrollment at El Paso’s biggest school districts is impacting each district’s funding. El Paso Independent School…
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What’s on Doppler’s Radar: A “trace” of snow
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Snow fell all over the Borderland Thursday. Some people saw more than others. The snow was recorded as a trace. ABC-7…
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Court orders DA to turn over slain deputy’s phone; defense alleges officer had ‘relationship’ with suspect’s girlfriend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Facundo Chavez appeared in court Friday afternoon with his attorneys. Chavez is accused of murdering El Paso Sherrif’s…
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Where things stand with the NMSU Men’s Basketball program
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — It’s been nearly three weeks since Chancellor Dan Arvizu suspended the NMSU men’s basketball program. Since then,…
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Juarez authorities held a meeting to discuss the migrant situation after downtown confrontation
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On Wednesday, three migrants were arrested in Downtown Juarez after they committed an “administrative foul” according to…
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El Paso County Sheriff’s investigate discovery of body in desert area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A man’s body was discovered Thursday evening with apparent gunshot wounds, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.…
Continue Reading Jefferson High School back to normal operations after “hold” protocol
UPDATE (10:47 a.m.): Jefferson Silva is back to normal operations following an investigation by El Paso Police and El Paso District Police. UPDATE…
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Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison
UPDATE: Alex Murdaugh has been sentenced to two consecutive life sentences in prison, for the murders of his wife, Maggie Murdaugh, and hiss son Paul…
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Job fair at the Plaza Hotel in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park will be hosting a job fair today, March 3rd. The hotel is seeking to fill job positions in the food…
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Disney’s “Haunted Mansion” teaser trailer released
Disney’s classic theme park attraction “The Haunted Mansion” comes a live in a new teaser trailer. The film title drops the “The,” going just by…
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El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank receives $5,000 donation from Subaru El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans Fighting Hunger is getting a boost to help those in need across the Borderland. The food bank…
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El Paso Inc. honors 2022 El Pasoans of the year, bestows Community Spirit Award
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Inc. recognized those who give back to our community. Grammy award winner Zuill Bailey received…
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NMSU ends requirement for students, employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico University system will no longer require employees and students to be fully vaccinated against…
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Be Mindful: Breaking the teen mental health stigma in El Paso one click at a time
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– ‘MyFeels’ app is a mental health digital resource that is helping Borderland teens open up about their mental health. The app…
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Mexican man wanted for homicide returned to Mexico at El Paso bridge
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Immigration officials in El Paso removed a Mexican man wanted for homicide in Chihuahua, Mexico, on Wednesday. Cesar…
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Wayne Shorter, jazz saxophonist and composer, has died at age 89
(CNN) — Wayne Shorter, a Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer who helped shaped the sound of contemporary jazz, has died, according to his…
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Alex Murdaugh found guilty of murdering his wife and son
(CNN) — [Breaking news update, published at 7:08 p.m. ET] The jury in the double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh has found him guilty…
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NMSU fires head baseball coach
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mike Kirby, head NMSU baseball coach, is gone after four years with the program. NMSU announced the decision Thursday. He…
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Suspended Texas DPS agent accused of striking girlfriend with fist, knocking her unconscious
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Texas DPS agent suspended after being arrested for causing bodily injury struck his girlfriend in the face with his fist,…
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Dog shot in home invasion; El Paso police say resident shot intruder in return
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A home invasion Wednesday morning in northeast El Paso and a man found shot 2 miles away from that location appear…
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Borderland snow day in March
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Thursday, Borderland residents woke up to a “Winter Wonderland”…or at least what’s considered a winter wonderland along…
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