Unemployment rate hit a four-year high last month
Originally Published: 16 DEC 25 05:00 ET Updated: 16 DEC 25 08:38 ET By Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — Unemployment rose to a four-year high of 4.6%…
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‘Spark-a-Smile’ annual stuffed animal toy drive
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The annual Spark-A-Smile stuffed animal drive is collecting donations for patients at El Paso Children’s Hospital, local…
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New Details: Three UTEP football players, general manager arrested
Update (5:18 PM): Court documents state that Kane Bowen was allegedly involved in a fight in an alley in the Cincinnati Entertainment District on…
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Texas hemp industry worried about new THC provision
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — You may have missed a provision that was added into the spending bill that reopened the government back in November.…
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Aaron Jones greets El Paso Police officers at Vikings v. Cowboys game
Update (4:30 PM): El Paso native and Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones greeted the El Paso Police officers that were present at Sunday’s…
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Teens accused of spray painting Gary Del Palacio Recreation Center
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two teens are accused of graffitiing the Gary Del Palacio Recreation Center. On December 13, officers saw the two teens,…
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El Paso man accused of stealing work truck
HOMESTEAD MEADOWS SOUTH, Texas (KVIA) — Deputies arrested Ezequiel Alberto Aldana, 32, and charged him with theft of property valued between $30,000…
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Vacant house burns in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A vacant house in Las Cruces caught fire and was damaged early this morning. The house is located on the 1100 block…
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Dona Ana County Commissioner Shannon Reynolds resigns
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Dona Ana County Commissioner Shannon Reynolds has resigned. Reynolds tendered his resignation at the last County…
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Clint resident ‘El Gerver,’ 19, sentenced for human smuggling
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Clint resident Jesus David Escareno, also known as “El Gerver,” 19, was sentenced to more than nine years in federal prison…
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It will be free to ride El Paso County buses until September 2026
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County transit riders will get free fares starting next week. The free fares will be available from December 22,…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Cold morning, above average by lunch with warming trend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temperatures today will start off chilly but a warming trend will continue bringing us to well above average in the coming…
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Missing Las Cruces man found safe
Update (December 16, 2025): Las Cruces Police say that Arthur J. Crothers has been located and is in good condition. Update (December 15, 2025): Las…
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El Paso County officials, dealers discuss staffing, closures as vehicle title backlog persists
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Used car dealers and veterans groups urged patience from the public while calling for additional staffing at the El Paso…
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Alamogordo man sentenced to 75 years in prison for child sex crimes
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Prosecutors say that a judge sentenced Alamogordo resident John Nelson West, 58, to 75 years in prison for multiple…
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‘General Hospital’ star Anthony Geary dies at 78
Anthony Geary was known for playing Luke Spencer on the ABC soap opera. By GMA Team December 15, 2025, 10:44 AM “General Hospital” star Anthony…
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Senior Fund aims to help El Paso senior remain safely at home
A Senior in El Paso, living alone is receiving support through the 2025 Senior Fund as he faces mounting health and housing challenges that have made…
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Brian Walshe murder trial: Jury finds husband guilty of killing and dismembering wife
Ana Walshe, a mom of three, was last seen on Jan. 1, 2023. By Meredith Deliso December 15, 2025, 9:49 AM Brian Walshe, a Massachusetts man accused of…
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Nick Reiner, son of director Rob Reiner, in custody after parents’ death
“This is a devastating loss for our city and our country,” Mayor Bass said. By Alex Stone, Jenna Harrison, and Emily Shapiro December 15, 2025,…
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New Mexico lawmakers, law enforcement to discuss escalating juvenile crime
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)– Families affected by youth violence told state lawmakers this week they are frustrated by what they see as weak…
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Military Monday: Honoring Hector J. Ibarra
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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El Paso families mark first night of Hanukkah with resilience after Bondi Beach shooting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The first night of Hanukkah is traditionally a time of celebration, reflection and light. This year, families in El Paso say…
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Police release man detained earlier in connection with deadly Brown University shooting, mayor says
UPDATE– The person of interest detained in connection with yesterday’s deadly shooting at Brown University has been released, the mayor said.…
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1 person taken to the hospital with serious injuries after getting hit by a vehicle
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– One person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries after getting hit by a vehicle. According to the El Paso Sheriff’s…
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Thousands of toys handed out to San Elizario children
SAN ELIZARIO, Texas (KVIA) – Abundant Church kicked off their annual Christmas Toy and Food Giveaway this weekend. It started in the San Elizario…
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Kids from the Borderland receive jackets from Operation Noel
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- With funds raised from donations during Operation Noel, children from different areas of the Borderland were able to get a…
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Father and son targeted Australia’s Jewish community in deadly mass shooting according to Prime Minister
Originally Published: 14 DEC 25 09:54 ET Updated: 14 DEC 25 17:40 ET By Hilary Whiteman, Angus Watson, Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Sydney, Australia…
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NICU babies and nurses reunite for some play time
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Families and their babies that spent time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Las Palmas Medical Center this past year…
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SISD students compete in ROBOCOM 12 as students looks ahead to STEM careers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dozens of students across the Socorro Independent School District spent the day coding, building and testing their robots…
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Sun City Sawdust DIY Studio
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — You may recognize Sun City Sawdust’s co-owner Pamela Brouhard from her role in the movie One Battle After Another. After…
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