EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Drivers in El Paso are paying the highest gas prices in Texas, according to the American Automobile Association, prompting some residents to look for creative ways to save money at the pump. AAA reports that gas prices in El Paso have jumped 31 cents in just the past week. The statewide
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Originally Published: 05 MAR 26 13:41 ET Updated: 05 MAR 26 16:09 ET By John Towfighi, CNN New York (CNN) — Stocks sank, volatility picked up and oil prices surged to their highest level since mid-2024 as concerns about a prolonged war with Iran continue to roil markets. The Dow closed lower by 785 points,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The University of Texas at El Paso announced the appointment of Michael Martinez as the Assistant Vice President for Regional Innovation and Partnerships. Martinez will be develop partnerships with state and local government representatives on research that affects the borderland. UTEP said Martinez is “a seasoned public-sector executive, and UTEP
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NEW YORK, New York (KVIA) – Oil prices rose as traders react to a possible prolonged blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, according to the latest economic reports. The Strait of Hormuz is the major trading route for about one-fifth of the world’s oil supply. Experts say the turmoil in the market is a response
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By Lisa Respers France, Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to California Highway Patrol. Booking information available online shows that the pop superstar was stopped by CHP officers around 9:30 p.m. and booked shortly after 3 a.m. Thursday. She was later released.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temperatures will one again lean warm however we expect to see some winds develop into your evening. Thursday morning we woke to temperatures in the upper 40s. Today we will one again experience temps leaning warm above average. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 82, Las cruces
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – IDEA Public Schools El Paso is hosting its annual 5K run/walk and healthy living expo for the entire community. The event is part of IDEA’s “Healthy Kids Here” initiative and seeks to promote fitness, health, and wellness amongst idea students and families, as well as community members. Its goal is
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EL PASO, Texas – Cristo Fernández, 35, is giving it his best shot as he tries out for the El Paso Locomotive FC. The actor is best known by fans for his role as Dani Rojas in the hit television show ‘Ted Lasso.’ Fernández made an appearance with the Locos during the club’s preseason match
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)- The Las Cruces Police Department has arrested a 27-year-old Jennifer Hernandez, Las Cruces woman suspected of intentionally abusing a young boy who was in her care. Police say that Hernandez was a Pre-K teacher at Discovery Development Center, located at 3300 Del Rey Blvd. In late February 2026, the Dona
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso County Sherriff’s Office says 36-year-old Jennifer Vivar was arrested after a DWI crash in East El Paso. The Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to a motor vehicle crash in the 13400 block of Cameldale Drive. When deputies arrived they located a blue Jeep Wrangler that had collided with two parked vehicles.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Last night’s primary election results will now lead to several Republican and Democratic seats going to runoff elections on May 26. Dr. Amber Archuleta-Lucero, an Associate Professor of Government at El Paso Community College, says what local voters know from this election is that money matters, as most of the
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The remaining two of the six American troops killed were identified Wednesday. ByDavid Brennan, Jon Haworth, Kevin Shalvey, and Leah Sarnoff Last Updated: March 4, 2026, 6:34 PM MST Pentagon IDs remaining 2 American troops killed in Kuwait The Pentagon on Wednesday identified the remaining two of the six American troops killed in the opening hours of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Rep. Tony Gonzales (R – Texas) admitted Wednesday that he had an affair with a staffer who later died after setting herself on fire. In an interview with syndicated radio host Joe Pagliarulo on the Joe Pags Show, Rep. Gonzales said he had made a mistake and had a lapse
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UPDATE (7:00) – ABC-7 spoke with the director of Las Americas, the immigration advocacy group, Marisa Limón Garza. She said that she’s “cautiously optimistic” about the reports, but worries that ICE will not cease operations. “The caution is that this is an agency that does whatever it wants,” said Garza. “It could be happening today,
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UPDATE (4:32 PM)- The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has confirmed that a man is dead after a fleeing from a U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) checkpoint along I-10 in Sierra Blanca. Officials say Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Texas Highway Patrol Troopers and Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) pilots were called to assist in
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The procedural vote came after the U.S. strikes on Iran. By Allison Pecorin March 4, 2026, 3:27 PM The Senate on Wednesday rejected a Democratic-led Iran war powers resolution that called for congressional approval for military action against Iran. The procedural vote, which directed the removal of United States armed forces from hostilities within or against Iran
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A day after technical issues slowed voter check in during Tuesday’s primary election, El Paso County election officials have shifted their focus from managing lines to completing the detailed post election work required before results become official. El Paso County Elections Department officials said several polling locations experienced problems early
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The committee will determine whether Gonzales “engaged in sexual misconduct towards an individual employed in his congressional office.” by Olivia Borgula March 4, 2026, 11:32 a.m. Central Republish This Story Share U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio, gives an interview in his office at Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C., on April 28. Eric Lee for
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VAN HORN, Texas (KVIA) – According to the Texas Department of Transportation, I-10 EAST near Van Horn is closed to traffic due to a car crash. Traffic is being turned back westbound to Van Horn, TXDOT says. TXDOT did mention that clearing times is until further notice. Photos provided to ABC 7 from a viewer
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UPDATE (12:39PM)-CRRUA has confirmed that water has been restored after crews worked to repair a water line. SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA)- According to CRRUA, water service will be temporarily shut off in the area of Aspen Drive and Birch Drive for a water line repair and nearby areas may also be impacted. Officials say
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The U.S. Marshals – NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force has arrested Donovan Berry, 18, along with another individual, in connection of shooting at a security guard at a bar in El Paso. The U.S. Marshals Service says that the shooting happened in December of 2025. According to officials, in February, the
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)- According to the New Mexico Department of Health, a federal inmate held in the Doña Ana County Detention Center has tested positive for measles – bringing the total number of 2026 measles cases in New Mexico to six. Officials say people may have been exposed to measles from this most recent case
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Each year, El Paso Inc. honors a person or group that embodies El Paso’s spirit, generosity and values. The 2025 Community Spirit Award went to Ray and Lilia Tullius, the founders of the Opportunity Center for the Homeless. Today, the Opportunity Center is the largest provider of services to the unhoused within
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Each year, El Paso Inc. recognizes an individual who has helped advance El Paso over the last 12 months and sometimes even a lifetime. For 2025, the publication announced local philanthropist and art advocate Judy Robison as the El Pasoan of the Year. “I am incredibly honored,” said Robison when ABC-7 asked
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The Pentagon released a video it says shows the Iranian warship blown in half. By Chris Boccia, Steve Beynon, and Luis Martinez March 4, 2026, 7:58 AM A U.S. Navy fast-attack submarine on Tuesday sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean using a single torpedo, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters Wednesday, saying this was the
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Update (6:02 AM): El Paso County Commissioner Sergio Coronado for the El Paso County Commissioners Precinct 4 Democratic Primary fell to candidate Annette Griego. Miguel Teran defeated Incumbent David Stout for El Paso County Commissioner Precinct 2 . Griego led with 57% of the votes while Teran had 53% in his. Update (March 4, 1:19
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World Obesity Day is a time to raise awareness on the growing pandemic affecting millions of children and adults across the world. Dr. Benjamin Clapp, medical director of the weight loss centers of The Hospitals of Providence says it’s about educating people on this disease, its risk factors and stigma. A recent study from the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today will be another beautiful weather day through the region. Temps will remain warm conditions will remain calm. Today we woke up to temps in the 50s once again with temps expected to trend above average through your afternoon. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 83. That
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by Priscilla TotiyapungprasertMarch 3, 2026 First-time candidate Annette Griego ousted incumbent El Paso County Commissioner Sergio Coronado for the Democratic nomination in Precinct 4 on Tuesday, while Miguel Teran won a tight race over incumbent David Stout in Precinct 2. Griego captured 57% of the total votes in her race, while Teran had 53% of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An 82-year-old man with dementia is missing, according to El Paso Police’s Crimes Against Persons unit. CAP said Luis Moreno Sanchez went missing Tuesday at 7 p.m. Moreno Sanchez was last seen at a caretaker’s residence. Police provided 3718 Sacramento Ave. address in a news release. He was wearing blue
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