El Paso Police respond to “suspicious item” call in Central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Parts of Paisano Dr. near Bowie High School were blocked off late Saturday into early Sunday after El Paso Police responded…
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Victims identified in medical plane crash in Capitán Mountain area, causes fire
UPDATE (MAY 16)– Lincoln County officials say the remains of the four people have been recovered. UPDATE (4:21 p.m.) — The fire connected to the…
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El Paso Zoo back open after evacuation in response to bomb threat
UPDATE (6:00p.m.)– El Paso Police say that the Zoo is back open, and that the call came from an anonymous caller. El Paso Police say they did not…
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Update: Sunland Park Brush Fire
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — According to the Sunland Park Fire Department, fallout debris from a fireworks display finale late Friday night…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather:Windy and critical fire danger expected across Borderland through Monday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Warm, dry, and windy weather will continue across the Borderland this weekend, bringing elevated to critical fire weather…
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Local artist brings giant puppets and message of hope to Plaza Theatre
EL PASO TX (KVIA)–A local artist is bringing larger-than-life storytelling to the Plaza Theatre this weekend with giant puppets, music, and an…
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1 person transported to the hospital after a crash in far East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Special Traffic Investigators are responding to a crash involving a car and motorcycle at Montana and Tierra Este in far…
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Israel says it killed most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza strike
Originally Published: 15 MAY 26 13:58 ET Updated: 16 MAY 26 06:14 ET By Eugenia Yosef, Ibrahim Dahman, CNN Jerusalem (CNN) — Despite a fragile…
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Thousands of Borderland students celebrated during commencement ceremonies
Thousands of students across the Borderland are celebrating a major milestone this weekend as universities and medical schools host commencement…
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Sunland Park brush fire prompts evacuation of Western Playland amusement park
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — A large brush fire near Western Playland prompted an evacuation of the amusement park Friday night. According to…
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Banana Ball makes fun a priority with pregame tailgate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Fans had the opportunity to get to Southwest University Park early before Friday’s Banana Ball game between the Texas…
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Locomotive’s Carl Sainté earns spot on Haiti’s 2026 World Cup Roster
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso Locomotive FC midfielder Carl Sainté has been selected to join the Haiti World Club team, the organization announced…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – Border security shake-ups this week affecting the Borderland
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There were some major shifts to how border security is handled in our region this week, including a big change the…
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EPCC honors 81 nursing graduates with traditional pinning ceremony
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Community College’s Nursing Program celebrated the graduation of 81 Associate Degree of Nursing graduates, marking…
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Texas AG, DOJ investigate nation’s beef supply chain, allege unfair pricing
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into the beef industry over potential “anticompetitive conduct.” In a…
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Texas western style in full display on international music stage
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Starr Western Wear was one of the stops that Korean pop BTS did during their two-night concert stop in El Paso. The group…
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Doña Ana County to pay detention center healthcare workers overdue wages
DONA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — After an emergency meeting Friday, the Doña Ana Board of County Commissioners approved a Memorandum of…
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Dirty Laundry Bar reopens after court order
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Dirty Laundry Bar in East El Paso reopened after a judge granted a court order stopping the business from operating…
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Americas advances to Elite 8 of UIL high school baseball playoffs
ODESSA, Texas – The Americas Trail Blazers are moving on to the Elite 8 of the UIL high school baseball playoffs. The Blazers won the best-of-three…
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WATCH: ABC-7’s Sarah Coria speaks with Firefighters’ Johnny Hummel before Banana Ball game
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Banana Ball weekend kicked off in El Paso Friday. The Texas Tailgaters and Firefighters will face off at Southwest…
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San Elizario mayor says city is behind on required audits after Texas AG alleges illegally-raised taxes
UPDATE (May 15, 2026) — San Elizario Mayor Miguel Chacon sent a statement Friday addressing Attorney General Paxton finding the city out of…
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Mental health providers discuss challenges in access, treatment, and prevention
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – As part of our Be Mindful initiative ABC-7 is committed to educating the borderland on mental health and fighting the stigma…
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Wife of US Army sergeant released after month in ICE custody
By Laura Romero The wife of an active-duty U.S. Army sergeant with 27 years of service was released from immigration custody on Thursday. Deisy…
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Texas Supreme Court rejects request to remove lawmakers who broke quorum over redistricting
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Friday, the Texas Supreme Court rejected Governor Greg Abbott’s and Attorney General Ken Paxton’s request to remove Democrats who…
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Cool off with splash parks, movies at ‘Parks After Sunset’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Throughout June and July, some parks across El Paso County will have free outdoor movie nights. The county said “Parks After…
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Judge declares mistrial in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial after jury deadlocked
By JENNIFER PELTZ NEW YORK — NEW YORK (AP) — Harvey Weinstein ’s rape retrial ended in a mistrial Friday after the jury…
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Knocking out high blood pressure in young adults
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A study by researchers at the University of Texas at El Paso is looking at the effects of boxing training and…
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US Rep. Gabe Vasquez votes for $469 billion bill to fund New Mexico veterans, military families
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVIA) — U.S. Representative Gabe Vazquez voted to support $469 billion in funding for veterans and active-duty servicemembers in…
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WATCH: Be Mindful: Take Action
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — May is Mental Health Awareness Month and ABC-7 brought you live special coverage through an extension of its initiative, “Be…
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Good Vibes Only: EPCC professor celebrates 50 years in the classroom
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—During final exams week, Professor Carlos Aguilar walks into a classroom eager to pick up his students’ final exams! This…
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