BERLIN (AP) — U.S. officials say five U.S. service members were killed when a military helicopter crashed during training over the eastern Mediterranean Sea. The military’s European Command said all five crew members were killed when the copter went down “during a routine air refueling mission as part of military training.” The military said the
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — With over 1200 veteran students pursuing their dreams at UTEP, the Military Student Success Center is the primary resource for these students – helping with their transition from service to education. Lucas Miller, a UTEP pre-law student and veteran, emphasizes how his military experience shaped him, “you either learn how
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KENS, CECILIA NEATHERY, ADAM GREEN, CNN By Ramishah Maruf, CNN New York (CNN) — Veterans Day honors active and former US service members. Usually, the federal holiday is celebrated on November 11. However, since that day falls on a Saturday this year, some will observe the holiday on Friday, November 10. Here’s what will be
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, Emergence Health Network opens their new Veteran’s One-Stop Center on Gateway West Boulevard. Counseling, support programs, mental health support and veteran connections are all housed under the One-Stop. Numerous agencies are connected to the One-Stop — from education programs to peer groups. EHN hopes to provide improved access and
Continue Reading By LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. carried out an airstrike on a weapons warehouse in eastern Syria used by Iranian-backed militias, in retaliation for what has been a growing number of attacks on bases housing U.S. troops in the region for the past several weeks, the Pentagon said. In Wednesday’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 23 people showed up for public comment at the El Paso City Council meeting Tuesday to discuss the City’s Sister City agreement with Hadera, Israel. Mayor Oscar Leeser signed the decision to enter into a sister city agreement with Hadera in May 2015. On Tuesday, passionate people from both sides
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KCAL, KCBS, WITNESS VIDEO, UNSOURCED PHOTO, CNN By Dakin Andone, Cindy Von Quednow and Taylor Romine, CNN (CNN) — A 69-year-old Jewish man died after suffering a head injury Sunday following an “interaction” with a pro-Palestinian demonstrator during dueling rallies in Southern California, the Ventura County Sheriff said Tuesday, adding authorities had not ruled out
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CNN By Ed Lavandera, Sarah Boxer and Rhea Mogul, CNN Tel Aviv (CNN) — Mourning his 8-year-old daughter believed killed in Hamas’ October 7 attacks on Israel, Thomas Hand said he was at least partially consoled militants had not taken her hostage. Of all the terrible possibilities for her, death was the least painful, he said. But
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday. Today we recognize veteran Jeanie Lynn Enriquez. Enriquez served in the U.S. Army for six years during Operation Desert Storm. Her family says they’re proud of her service. Send in a photo of your loved one
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday. Today we recognize sergeant Gabriel Mendoza. He is currently serving in the U.S. Army and is stationed at Fort Bliss. We thank you for your service. Send in a photo of your loved one who
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday. Today we recognize First Sergeant Eric Forbush. Forbush comes from a long serving military family. He served the country for 32 years before retiring. Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving
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By BASSAM HATOUM Associated Press RMEISH, Lebanon (AP) — The military wing of Palestinian group Hamas says it fired 16 rockets from Lebanon into northern Israel, triggering Israeli airstrikes on the Lebanese side of the border. The exchange of fire came as Lebanon’s militant group Hezbollah said its fighters attacked at least three Israeli military
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday. Today we recognize Sergeant Melissa O’Brien. O’Brien has served in the U.S. Army for 32-years. She is now retired, but continues to work at Fort Bliss in the First Armored Division headquarters. Send in a
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El Paso, TX (KVIA)-The U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note will be performing free concerts in Las Cruces, Roswell, and Albuquerque, NM, and El Paso, TX in November. The Airmen of Note is one of six performing ensembles within The United States Air Force Band, the premier musical organization of the U.S. Air Force. The concerts are open to
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El Paso, TX (KVIA)- Gifts of Our Ancestors: Celebrating Indigenous Knowledge and Cultures event will have informational table from the VA Service Departments, Community Partners, and Vendors from the Harvest market. Guest speakers will be in attendance along with a special performance. WHAT: Native American Heritage Month Event WHEN: Friday, November 3, 2023, 11 a.m.
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(CNN) — Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel Friday to press the Israeli government on its ongoing offensive in Gaza amid growing international condemnation and a steadily mounting civilian death toll. The top US diplomat, who traveled twice to Israel last month in the wake of the deadly Hamas attack, is meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Continue ReadingBy LISA MASCARO AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — The House approved a nearly $14.5 billion military aid package Thursday for Israel, a muscular U.S. response to the war with Hamas but also a partisan approach by new Speaker Mike Johnson that poses a direct challenge to Democrats and President Joe Biden. In a departure
Continue ReadingBy NAJIB JOBAIN and ISABEL DEBRE Associated Press RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hundreds of foreign passport-holders and dozens of other seriously wounded Palestinians desperate to escape Israel’s bombardment of Gaza crowded around the black metal gate on the Egyptian border Wednesday, hoping to pass through the enclave’s only portal to the outside world for
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new commander has arrived at Fort Bliss. Colonel Brendan Gallagher, Fort Bliss Garrision Commander, is originally from Maryland. “I knew I always wanted to serve in some capacity, in some way,” Col Gallaher said. While in college, he joined ROTC snd says he was hooked. He was commissioned as
Continue ReadingOriginally Published: 31 OCT 23 13:27 ET Updated: 31 OCT 23 14:54 ET By Kareem Khadder and Abeer Salman, CNN Jerusalem (CNN) — An Israeli strike targeting a Hamas commander in the densely populated Jabalya refugee camp in northern Gaza has left catastrophic damage and killed a large number of people, according to eyewitnesses and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Meet Michael Osburn. He is an Army veteran turned philanthropist after he suffered a life-changing injury while serving his country. This injury helped inspire him to create Adaptive Cycler’s Plus. It’s a non-profit meant to enrich the quality of lives of people with disabilities through competitive and recreational sports. “We
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By NAJIB JOBAIN, SAMY MAGDY and LEE KEATH Associated Press KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli ground forces pushed deeper into Gaza on Monday, advancing in tanks and other armored vehicles on the territory’s main city and freeing a soldier held captive by Hamas militants. The Israeli prime minister rejected calls for a cease-fire
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In this week’s Sunday Funday moment, three sisters are gearing up to host a concert for veterans and their plus ones, a free-of-charge event for those who have served our nation. These sisters’ journey to this altruistic moment is closely intertwined with their family’s military connection. According to Susan Grajeda,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A day after a mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine left 18 people killed and dozens more injured, officials say the suspect is a firearms instructor. ABC-7 spoke with Ben Cheng, an El Paso firearms instructor with 35 years of firearm experience. Cheng told ABC-7 that the training and the expertise
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Originally Published: 26 OCT 23 15:36 ET By Haley Britzky, CNN (CNN) — Roughly 900 US troops have deployed or are deploying to the Middle East to bolster US force protection in the region, Pentagon spokesman Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said Thursday. “These include forces that have been on prepare to deploy orders, and which
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Air Force Security Forces competition, known as the Defender Challenge, is made up of ten, four person teams from around the globe. The competition focuses on the craft and tools of their trade: core operational skills and tactics, teamwork, weapons proficiency and physical endurance. “As time goes by, tactics
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(CNN) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country is readying a ground incursioninto Gaza, as Israel’s military conducted an overnight “targeted raid” using tanks. An Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesperson told CNN that the raid was a “intended to create better terms for ground operations.” A ground offensive is widely anticipated following the surprise
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso veteran is dealing with physical wounds and financial strain after a crash left him without a leg. Police have not said who was at fault in the crash that happened last Thursday but, Cordale Eddins is dealing with the loss of his leg. He says he’s taking it one day at a time. “What
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(ABC NEWS) — President Joe Biden will address to the nation Thursday to update Americans on the U.S. response to the Hamas attacks, the White House said. The 8 p.m. ET Oval Office speech comes a day after Biden’s high-stakes visit to Israel where he pressed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to allow aid from Egypt into Gaza for Palestinian civilians
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Gaza and Jerusalem (CNN) — Protests erupted across the Middle East following the deadly explosion at a Gaza hospital, with Israeli and Palestinian officials trading accusations over who was to blame as US President Joe Biden visited Tel Aviv on Wednesday. Hundreds of people were likely killed in the blast on Tuesday at the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in the center of
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