ABC-7 First Alert: Comfortable for now, 40-45 MPH winds and dust expected soon
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Enjoy your Friday we are still leaning comfortable for now, however, we are already tracking out next wind event. We are…
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El Paso father found not guilty in injury to a child case
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Steve Estrada was found not guilty of injury to a child, after an incident back in May 0f 2018. Court records shoe Estrada…
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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost elected as new leader of Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV
El Paso reacts to Pope Leo XIV Catholics around El Paso were excited to see the new Pope be from America. One woman, Sylvia Encina, told ABC-7, “”It…
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Remembering Grecia Nuñez, Rep. Gabe Vasquez pays tribute to former intern
This is a special report that will air Thursday, May 8 on ABC-7 at 10 p.m. LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Grecia Nuñez was an adventurous woman…
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Fire engulfs house near Album Park
Update (2:06 PM): The fire is now out. Crews rescued five dogs and a cat. Three cats died. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A fire broke out near Album Park…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you have concerns about a proposed federal autism database?
The Department of Health and Senior Services on Wednesday introduced a pilot program to collect information about autism. The program would harvest…
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Fiery ‘mass casualty’ crash at Transmountain
UPDATE (8:22 a.m.): El Paso Fire says at least 8 people are injured in addition to the 1 death. Fire officials say 1 person was left with severe…
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DEA brings first ever fentanyl murder charges in West Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Eric Robles was indicted on Texas state charges of Murder and Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance in Penalty…
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“We’re in a seismic moment”: Borderland non-profits gather to assess challenges, find inspiration
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Hundreds gathered at the 5th annual Reimagine! Conference organized by the Paso del Norte Community Foundation Wednesday to…
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Hugs Not Walls event canceled
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) has canceled its annual Hugs Not Walls event for this year. The cancellation…
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Security increase at county courthouse after threat
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Courthouse experienced a large security increase after law enforcement were alerted to a threat this…
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Las Cruces man dead after traffic stop in T or C
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Investigations Bureau is looking into an officer-involved shooting…
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Pope Francis ‘left big shoes to fill’: El Paso Catholics as Papal Conclave begins
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the Papal Conclave begins in Vatican City, the El Paso Catholic community has expectations for the new pope after they…
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EPCC Baseball headed to WJCAC playoffs for the first time since 2008
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso Community College (EPCC) Baseball is headed to the NJCAA Region 5 Postseason for the first time since 2008! The…
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Helen of Troy searching for new CEO
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Helen of Troy Limited announced Noel Geoffroy’s departure as CEO on May 2, prompting a search for a replacement. The company…
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Fire burns structure in Fabens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A building is on fire right now on the 200 block of NW H Ave in Fabens. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Department says the…
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Mexican business leaders say BOTA modernization project will impact economy on the border
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The U.S. General Services Administration announced last Friday that it will proceed with the Bridge of the Americas…
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UTEP receives $7 million for mining engineering program
Update: UTEP announced a $7 million investment by Freeport-McMoRan. The money will help re-start the mining engineering degree program. “Mining is…
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Two Borderland friends create a community for other moms to connect
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The birth of a child can lead to many firsts, but for mothers, it can also lead to postpartum depression and other mental…
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Free meals at some SISD schools this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Free meals will be available for all children at some SISD schools this summer. Starting June 9th, every Monday through…
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First look at new design of Sunset Amphitheater
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The company behind the amphitheater set to be built in northeast El Paso is showing off new designs for the site – and the…
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SISD non-renews 43 teacher contracts amid budget cuts
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Socorro Independent School District is not renewing the contracts of 43 teachers as they go through the final steps of…
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Woman tried to smuggle meth with teen grandchild in her car, CBP says
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — CBP officials say officers at the Paso Del Norte port of entry caught a 55-year-old American woman trying to bring 70.4…
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American man accused of trying to smuggle ammunition into Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — CBP officers seized 4,030 rounds of ammunition from a 33-year-old American man during a southbound inspection at the Bridge…
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El Paso Health Authority predicts more Measles cases at family, holiday gatherings
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso’s Measles Dashboard website indicates a slow, but continuing trend of measles cases popping up across…
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Iron Fire burning in Gila Wilderness
Update: According to data from the U.S. Forest Service, the fire is now 77% contained, and is down to 482 acres in size. SILVER CITY, New Mexico…
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Community rallies for veteran Vanessa Ruiz battling cancer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local veteran battling terminal breast cancer was met with an outpouring of love Monday evening, as the Borderland…
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The Mighty Mujer Triathlon draws hundreds to Memorial Park
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 13th annual Mighty Mujer Triathlon took place Saturday morning at Memorial Park in El Paso. The all-women event featured…
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National Fitness Day at Cleveland Square Park
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- Live Active El Paso is hosting National Fitness Day with free outdoor activities at Cleveland Square Park in Downtown El Paso.…
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Man dies in off-roading crash
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – A 19-year-old man died, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, after he was hit by an SUV that was off-roading.…
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