Trump signs executive orders that target birthright citizenship
By Nicholas Kerr, Emily Chang, and Michelle Stoddart President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a pair of executive orders targeting birthright…
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Thousands of customers without power in El Paso
UPDATE (6:28 p.m.): EPE’s outage map said 13 outages are still active and 5,002 customers are affected. EPE said there’s no estimated restoration…
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Road closures expected for Clint pilgrimage on Aug. 10
CLINT, Texas (KVIA) — Residents and drivers near the San Lorenzo Catholic Church in Clint, Texas, may notice more people walking in the area on…
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‘I killed my mom:’ Man charged with murder after alleged stabbing in Lower Valley
UPDATE (Aug. 3, 2026): A 30-year-old man allegedly told called 911 and said, “I killed my mom,” according to arrest documents ABC-7 obtained. Juan…
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City of El Paso launches program for homeowners to explore solar energy costs
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso launched a free program to help homeowners look into solar energy and possibly save on installation…
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Deshawndre Washington misses court for 2nd time in a week
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Former New Mexico State University basketball player Deshawndre Washington failed to appear in court again Wednesday. He’s…
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El Paso County to hold special meeting about proposed Ascarate Park improvements, duck pond’s future
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, El Paso County asked residents to attend a special Commissioners Court meeting at Ascarate Park to share their…
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Local nonprofit organization in Juárez expands funds to assist migrants on the border
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A non-profit organization in Ciudad Juárez, working alongside the Catholic Diocese of El Paso and the Hope…
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Texas’ tax-free holiday is this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Shoppers can save money on clothes and school supplies in Texas during the state’s sales tax holiday on Aug. 7-9. State law…
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Canutillo ISD compensation program expands for teachers in fine arts, language, career education
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The Canutillo Independent School District on Thursday announced its teachers have the opportunity to earn thousands of…
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Storm Legacy: How Storm 2006 transformed the Borderland forever
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Twenty years ago this summer, the Borderland experienced one of the worst natural disasters in its history. Storm 2006 was…
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Fabens ISD returns to school, joins ABC-7 bursting with school spirit
The Fabens Independent School District also returned to school this week and joins Good Morning El Paso on Thursday from Fabens Middle School,…
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Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos served at Chipotle expands to Qdoba: FDA
By Youri Benadjaoud, Elizabeth Schulze, and Yi-Jin Yu Health officials are expanding an investigation into jalapenos served at Chipotle restaurants…
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Deming man sentenced to 101 months for machine gun, drug crimes
DEMING, N.M. (KVIA) — A Deming man admitted to illegal carrying of a machine gun during a drug sale and leading U.S. Border Patrol agents on a…
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‘I make my own water’: Santa Teresa residents plagued by discolored tap water
SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) — Discolored, yellow water is once again pouring from household taps in Santa Teresa, leaving residents frustrated,…
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“Why the high desert of El Paso?” Northeast residents vent frustrations over Meta data center, utilities
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Northeast El Paso has been at the center of the city’s biggest developments, including a planned Meta data center and…
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Cristo Fernández says his ‘Fútbol Is Life’ picture book isn’t just for kids
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, Cristo Fernández appeared on “Live with Kelly and Mark.” The “Ted Lasso” actor and athlete recently started…
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Harmony Road Recovery offers a fresh start for those struggling with addiction
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Recovering from addiction can be frustrating and isolating. But Harmony Road Recovery is a full-service outpatient program…
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West El Paso’s ‘Slick Rick’ skates his way into neighborhood fame
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ricky Delgadillo didn’t just learn to Rollerblade — he fell in love with it. After five years of skating, he’s become West…
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Hospital of Providence Children’s Hospital opens new play areas for young patients
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Young patients at the Hospital of Providence Children’s Hospital have a new area to unwind and decompress. The hospital…
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Abbott announces proposed policies to boost housing supply in Texas during Socorro visit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — During a campaign visit to the El Paso area Wednesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced two new policy proposals about…
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Senate votes to confirm Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
By Mary Kekatos The Senate voted on Wednesday to confirm Dr. Erica Schwartz as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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What’s that smell? Rep. Acevedo addresses strong gas odor by Marathon refinery
Update – A Marathon Refinery spokesperson responded to ABC-7’s questions with a statement: Trained professionals at Marathon Petroleum’s El Paso…
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Anthony ISD superintendent shows off newest additions to schools
The Anthony Independent School District introduces the 2026-27 school year with Good Morning El Paso. AISD Superintendent Oscar Troncoso and students…
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Perez Hilton taken to hospital after appearing to harm himself on livestream: Sheriff’s office
By Leah Sarnoff Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton was transported to a Miami area hospital this week, where he was said to be receiving medical…
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New Mexico sues DOJ for allegedly blocking access to Epstein files in Zorro Ranch investigation
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — Wednesday, the New Mexico Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice and Acting…
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Small Texas law firm set to receive $150M contract to represent unaccompanied migrant children
By Laura Romero The Trump administration is set to award a multimillion-dollar contract to a small Texas law firm to provide legal representation for…
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Free car seat fittings coming to Sisbarro Buick-GMC in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Thursday, Sisbarro Buick-GMC in Las Cruces will host a free car seat fitting station, the New Mexico Department of…
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El Paso Museum of Art ranked 5th best Texas art museum
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Museum of Art made its mark as one of the top five art museums in Texas, according to the City of El Paso.…
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Texas Society of Architects conference returning to El Paso in 2027
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Destination El Paso, in partnership with the city, annouced Tuesday night that the 2027 Texas Society of Architects Annual…
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