Arrow drawn in ground helps rescuers find missing hiker in New Mexico
RESERVE, N.M. (KVIA) — On Monday, several New Mexico law enforcement agencies worked together to rescue a missing man, New Mexico State Police said.…
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4th of July fireworks expected to trigger spike in lost pets
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With Fourth of July celebrations less than a month away, El Paso Animal Services is encouraging pet owners to prepare now…
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Safety initiative launches amid trespassing, gun use near Santa Teresa jetport
SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) — Law enforcement in Doña Ana County are pushing a new safety initiative to reduce criminal trespassing and unlawful…
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Nara Organics infant formula recalled after link to botulism outbreak: Health officials
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — A baby formula has been linked to three infant hospitalizations and has been recalled nationwide, according to the New…
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Cooling centers open as temperatures in El Paso rise
UPDATE (June 12, 2026) — The County of El Paso sent an updated list of cooling centers Friday: Agua Dulce Community Center – 15371 Kentwood Ave.…
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Free certification course for New World screwworm inspection
AUSTIN (KVIA) — With confirmed cases of New World screwworm in Texas, Governor Greg Abbott launched a free course to help people learn how to…
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New screwworm rule requires ‘Screwworm-Freedom Certificate’ for dogs crossing from Juárez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture is requiring dogs crossing the border into the U.S. to have a Screwworm-Freedom…
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El Paso County weighs fireworks ban ahead of Fourth of July
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “We’re gonna be patrolling the areas, patrolling the county to make sure people are staying away from fireworks tents.…
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Seven Cabins Fire linked to deadly plane crash 100% contained, under 32k acres impacted
UPDATE (JUNE 13, 2026 – 11:15 a.m.) — Fire officials say that the Seven Cabins fire is 100% contained, and the size of the fire remained at 31.870…
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Temporary cooling stations available amid Las Cruces heat
UPDATE (June 12, 2026) — The City of Las Cruces expanded cooling station availability ahead of Saturday’s high heat, it said Friday. Here are the…
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Water rescue reported in Segundo Barrio area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso police and U.S. Border Patrol agents are rescuing a person from the Rio Grande Friday. El Paso police said it…
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Borderland dermatologist provides tips to protect your skin this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — During warm months, it’s important to take extra care of your skin! You can spend time outdoors without raising your skin…
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Study: cell phones impact socialization, birth rates
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two new studies are linking declining birth rates with the arrival of the smartphone. It’s no secret our phones have changed…
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Drones, K9s, neighbors help find missing boy in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A search for a missing 7-year-old boy ended after a couple found him walking out of a deserted area in Las Cruces,…
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LCPD urges drivers to secure vehicles amid recent auto burglaries
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Thursday, the Las Cruces Police Department said four car burglaries happened overnight in a neighborhood near Rinconada…
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New Mexico reports 1st case of human plague in 2026
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — A Santa Fe County woman died from plague, the New Mexico Department of Health said Thursday. It was the first human case…
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El Paso sees first day of a triple-digit temperature stretch
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso remains under an ABC-7 First Alert for triple-digit temperatures ABC-7’s StormTrack Weather Team is tracking…
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AUSTIN (KVIA) — Wednesday, the Texas land commissioner offered General Land Office (GLO) managed lands to support Texas’ and the U.S. Department of…
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El Paso Police report suspicious package at County Courthouse
UPDATE (2:06 p.m.) — El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego released a statement about Wednesday’s evacuation at the county courthouse after a…
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New Mexico ranchers prepare for New World screwworm impact
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The USDA confirmed New Mexico’s first screwworm case Monday. NMSU Assistant Entomology Professor Dr. Caleb Hubbard says…
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Families of Mexico’s disappeared hope World Cup draws attention to their plight
By Angelo Claure MEXICO CITY – On the outskirts of the Mexican capital, in the thick forests of the Ajusco mountain and the extinct volcano Xitle,…
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President Trump appoints senior advisor to combat screwworm
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVIA) — President Donald Trump appointed John Bellinger as the senior advisor for New World Screwworm Preparedness, the U.S.…
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Texas Attorney General investigating protein powder manufacturers over alleged lead detection
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Monday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into protein powder manufacturers because of worries over heavy…
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Gov. Abbott declares statewide disaster over New World screwworm, deploys resources
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a statewide disaster declaration Friday after a confirmed detection of New World screwworm…
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Ken Paxton investigating Celsius, Alani Nu over alleged marketing targeting children
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into Celsius Holdings, Inc., which owns the company selling the popular…
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Caring for the Caregiver
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of every four Americans is a caregiver to someone 18 years or older. That number has risen 45% in the past decade -…
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Airbnb donates $255k to fight human trafficking in Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, Airbnb presented a $225,000 donation for anti-human trafficking organizations based in Texas, including two from…
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Flash flood warning issued for Ruidoso
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KVIA) — The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued a “life-threatening” flash flood warning for the South Fork burn scar,…
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Free car seat fitting helps children stay safe in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Thursday, a free car seat fitting will take place at Sisbarro Buick-GMC in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Parents will get…
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Dog rescued after truck crashes into Sunland Park home
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — A truck crashed into a home in Sunland Park, New Mexico, according to the city’s fire department. Firefighters rescued a…
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