EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Last week, El Paso Bishop Mark Seitz released a pastoral letter on immigration and border security in our region. In it, he specifically addressed mass detention and mass deportations in El Paso, calling them a “grave moral evil.” Now, ABC-7 Xtra host Andrew J. Polk sat down with the local religious leader one-on-one.
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UPDATE (March 30, 2026) — ABC-7 obtained an affidavit detailing Ronnebaum’s arrest. According to documents, officers watched her drink an alcoholic beverage while driving the stolen vehicle. Documents said an officer turned on his lights to initiate a traffic stop. The officer saw her drink a large Twisted Tea can while leading officers into a
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by Kayla Guo, The Texas TribuneMarch 26, 2026 Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows directed lawmakers to study the secession of New Mexico counties to Texas, the development of data centers in the state, property tax relief and more in a list of his priorities for next year’s legislative session released Thursday. The Lubbock Republican’s interim charges overlap with Lt. Gov. Dan
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Rising fertilizer costs in the Borderland are partly caused by war-related disruptions to global shipping. These disruptions can make supplies harder to move and more expensive. Nitrogen fertilizer prices are especially sensitive to changes in energy markets because production depends heavily on natural gas and related energy costs. Because farmers
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SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — The City of Sunland Park is providing low-cost pet vaccines Monday afternoon. Vaccines cost $20 at the Sunland Park Sports Complex (4700 McNutt Rd.). Other services include microchipping and heartworm testing for $30. All payments must be made in cash. Services will be available from 3 p.m. to 6
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High school seniors are preparing for a new chapter coming up in a few months, and college enrollment season can be stressful for a student to handle on their own. Operation College Bound is a partnership between EPCC, UTEP and local high schools to assist students on whatever help, answers they may be looking for.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—In a few short weeks, BTS will make two stops in El Paso. It’s part of the biggest global K-Pop tour of all time, which spans 34 regions and 79 shows. On May 2 and May 3, the BTS World Tour will make its arrival at the Sun Bowl Stadium. However, the
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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 are recognizing Jesus and Victor Ulloa. They are brothers who served together. They were part of Operation Desert Shield/Storm and are Ysleta High School graduates.. We thank you for your service.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We start off our workweek rather comfortable. We will see temps once again trend above average but mostly mild conditions will remain. We started off our morning with temps in the 50s-60s. We will experience warm temps with highs trending above average. El Paso expect a high of 89, Las
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Originally Published: 30 MAR 26 00:27 ET Updated: 30 MAR 26 01:30 ET By Jessie Yeung, CNN (CNN) — Even as regional leaders scramble to find diplomatic off-ramps to the war, the main players – Israel, the US and Iran – are doubling down on their positions. President Donald Trump has claimed Iran is almost
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department says that crews knocked down a fire that occurred on a Sun Metro bus Sunday afternoon. The Fire Department says that the call came in around 4:38 pm as a report of a bus on fire near the intersection of Oregon St and Franklin Ave.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso Five Points Lions Club hosted its Second Annual Easter Egg Hunt for visually impaired children Sunday, at Memorial Park, where over 30 children participated. Organizers say that the event used special designed beeping Easter eggs, giving visually impaired children the chance to experience an Easter egg hunt unique
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White House border czar said TSA officers should get paid on Monday or Tuesday. By Emily Chang, Clara McMichael, and Bill Hutchinson March 29, 2026, 3:39 PM Some of the nation’s airports are still seeing long wait lines as Transportation Security Administration officers continued to call out sick over the weekend, despite President Donald Trump signing a presidential memorandum
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 67-year-old Charlie Gandy, founder of the xTexas Trail Project (xTx), and his two hiking companions Pam and Richard Hershberger, finished their 3-month, 1,500-mile hike across Texas Sunday, March 31st, in El Paso. The xTexas Project Project worked on establishing a 1,500-mile seasonal late fall through early spring hiking, cycling, and horseback trail through the
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Israeli-American soldier killed in Lebanon, IDF says The Israel Defense Forces on Sunday announced the death of an Israeli-American soldier during combat in Lebanon. Moshe Yitzhak Hacohen Katz, 22, originally from New Haven, Connecticut, is the fifth Israeli soldier to be killed since the beginning of the conflict with Iran on Feb. 28, Israeli Prime
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person was sent to the hospital with serious injuries after a motorcycle collided with a vehicle in East El Paso, according to the El Paso Fire Department. El Paso Police confirmed the crash happened just before 9 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of N. Zaragoza Rd. and Pellicano Dr.
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Saturday morning the El Paso Multiple Sclerosis Community held a Warrior Walk at Memorial Park. Organizers said it is a meaningful opportunity to bring together families, friends, and advocates to support those living with Multiple Sclerosis, raise awareness, and celebrate the strength of El Paso’s MS community. “If you yourself have M.S. or you’re not
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Families got out of the house this morning to attend a community block party hosted by the YWCA, bringing neighbors together for a day focused on fun and connection. Organizers said the family-friendly event was designed to offer something for everyone. Activities included Zumba classes, tumbling demonstrations, access to a pool
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The City of El Paso hosted a community meeting Saturday looking for the public’s input on the City’s Comprehensive Bike Plan. Ten years after the Comprehensive Bike Plan being adopted, the City of El Paso and its Capital Improvement Department have added over 1,000 miles of cycling facilities. The open
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Some of the youngest students in the district put their math skills to the test Thursday at Eastlake High School, competing in a Math Bee focused on speed, focus and confidence. Kindergarten students answered math problems in seconds as teachers, judges and volunteers watched closely inside the library. Meanwhile, parents
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Mesilla, New Mexico (KVIA) — According to the Mesilla Marshals Office, a dog was found buried at the Mesilla Community Park after receiving several calls of a burial of an infant had occurred. The Marshals office says that on March 11, 2026, the Mesilla Marshals Crime Scene along with Horizon City Police CSI Unit responded
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Protesters took to the streets in more than 3,000 cities and towns. By Ivan Pereira March 28, 2026, 1:42 PM Millions expected to participate in ‘No Kings’ protests in the US and worldwide Kerem Yucel/AFP via Getty Images “No Kings” protesters took to the streets in more than 3,000 cities and towns across the country
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department says that one person was taken to the hospital in serious condition after an apartment fire on the 700 block of Ochoa St, near Downtown El Paso. EPFD says that the call came in at 3:34 am and the fire was knocked down at 4:08
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dinner and a show is waiting for you at the UTEP Dinner Theatre as it prepares for its upcoming production of “Rent,” bringing a story of love, dreams and resilience to the stage. Set in New York City during the HIV/AIDS crisis, the musical follows a group of struggling artists who refuse to
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Doña Ana County Clerk’s Office will host a series of training sessions for election officials ahead of the 2026 primary election. The sessions will take place at the Doña Ana County Government Center, 845 N. Motel Blvd., and are open to the public. Officials said the trainings will
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Project NEO Robotics has earned the FIRST Impact Award at a recent FIRST Robotics Competition in Fort Worth, Texas, securing a spot in the upcoming statewide district event. The award is considered the most prestigious recognition in the For Inspiration and Recognition in Science and Technology program, honoring teams
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The U.S. is entering its fifth week of the conflict. On Feb. 28, the United States and Israel launched massive strikes on Iran in an operation targeting military and government sites that President Donald Trump has said could last as little as four weeks. One month later, both countries remain engaged in a war that has impacted
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By Emily Shapiro, Angeline Jane Bernabe, and Jason Volack (ABC NEWS) – Tiger Woods has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence following a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, on Friday afternoon, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office said. Investigators said the crash happened before 2 p.m. in the 280 block of South Beach Road when
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CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) – Today marks three years since a fire broke out at the Mexico National Migration Institute’s (INAMI) detention center in Juárez, next to the Stanton-Lerdo Port of Entry. The fire left 40 detainees dead and raised questions over the condition in which this detention facility was operating. Today, the Diocese of
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – El Paso Electric today announced they are filing a general rate case with the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission or NMPRC, in support of local reliability and customer needs. “We know that any increase in monthly bills affects our customers, especially during times of economic uncertainty,” said Kelly Tomblin,
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