Two students and two teachers were killed in the 2024 shooting. By Bill Hutchinson February 16, 2026, 10:03 AM The father accused of giving his son an AR-15-style rifle as a Christmas present that prosecutors say the teenager used in a 2024 mass shooting at a Georgia high school went on trial on Monday, facing
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By Maggie Hiufu Wong, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — If there’s one common theme to emerge from the many Lunar New Year rituals attached to the annual celebration, from the food we eat to the activities we join, it’s the collective hope that we’re ushering in luck, prosperity and good vibes for ourselves and everyone
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Currently Chevron is the only U.S. oil firm operating in Venezuela. By Nicholas Kerr and David Brennan February 16, 2026, 9:32 AM Secretary of Energy Chris Wright told reporters on Sunday that more American companies are expected to enter Venezuela within the next few months, adding that the country may also hold an election before the end
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are under an ABC-7 First Alert as we anticipate a windy week ahead. Wind gusts of 45 MPH and dusty conditions are expected to arrive beginning Tuesday. Monday morning we start off calm and comfortable. Temps will begin in the 40s for your morning, however temps will continue to
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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 Alejandro Celaya, an officer with the military police. We thank you for your service. Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or who once
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Good Morning El Paso’s Nicole Ardila joins Albertsons in West El Paso to help you avoid getting in trouble by showing up empty-handed on Valentine’s Day. Albertsons offers some last-minute gifts on any budget you may have. If you’re looking for something as sweet as your Valentine, you can find a range of gifts from
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VADO, New Mexico (KVIA) – The 2025 season may be over, there was still a celebration at Vado Speedway Park. The track hosted its 2025 season championship awards ceremony Saturday. Champions from all divisions were honored for their performance, consistency, and dedication throughout the year. Officials invite anyone to come out to the park to meet
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Residents along Adabel Drive in East El Paso were impacted by two water main breaks hours apart. The residents say the first happened on Friday night and then early Saturday morning a second main broke leaving more than two dozen customers with out water for several hours. El Paso Water
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Dozens of border families gathered in Downtown El Paso to voice their opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations along the borderland. Those families protested against what they say “is systematic erosion of love”. The protest was hosted by the Border Network for Human Rights organization, and the American Civil Liberties Union
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Valentine’s Day is all about flowers, candy and cozy candlelight — but El Paso Animal Services says those same traditions can quickly turn into an emergency for pets. El Paso Animal Services marketing and public engagement manager Michelle Anderson says pets can get into everything from plastic wrapping and ribbon
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SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) – Jockey Edwin Maldonado rode Pavlovian to victory at the 21st running of the $500,000 Sunland Derby. The three-year-old colt beat the odds favorite, Express Kid who finished second with jockey Juan J. Hernandez. The top finishers of the Sunland Derby earn qualifying points for entry into the 2026 Kentucky
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DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) – Doña Ana Fire Rescue crews along with the Las Cruces Fire Department responded to a large house fire in the 200 block of Horseshoe Circle in Doña Ana County just after 2:30 a.m. Courtesy: Doña Ana County Public Safety Neighbors alerted firefighters that a person was inside the
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UPDATE- All lanes are now open. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–According to El Paso Police, all lanes eastbound are closed at I-10 East at Eastlake because of a collision. No word yet on injuries. Police say to follow the detour on Gateway East, backup to Loop 375 Interchange flyovers. We will keep you updated on air
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, but doctors say many cases are preventable with early screening and healthy lifestyle choices. Dr. Byomesh Tribathi, an interventional cardiologist, says heart problems often begin with manageable risk factors. “For heart health, there are four major
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By Jack Moore, Jon Haworth, Bill Hutchinson, Emily Shapiro, Meredith Deliso, and Nadine El-Bawab Last Updated: February 15, 2026, 12:36 PM MST Investigators lifted DNA of an unknown male profile from a glove found along roadside brush about two miles from Nancy Guthrie’s home, sources briefed on the investigation told ABC News. The development was also confirmed by the FBI.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For many patients diagnosed with kidney disease, the biggest hurdle isn’t just managing the illness — it’s the wait for a transplant. Dr. Jennifer George, an abdominal transplant surgeon in El Paso, says the most common reason patients need a kidney transplant is not trauma or sudden injury, but chronic
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Founded just a year ago, El Paso Mahjong Society welcomes both beginners and seasoned players with a warm and upbeat atmosphere. “We didn’t have any local teachers in El Paso at that time, so there was a real market for it,” said Melissa Rogers during an interview with ABC-7. “I
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HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — The Lady Troops defend their 6A State title with 82.5 points in the UIL State Wrestling tournament at the Berry Center on Saturday. Eastwood’s Hailey Delgado wins the 110 pound 6A title for the second year straight. On the boys side, Hector Ortiz collects the 106 pound class weight title. Bel-Air’s
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)– Love was in the air this morning as couples gathered at Plaza de Las Cruces to take part in a free walk-up wedding ceremony hosted by Morning Star Church. Held on Valentine’s Day, the annual event offered couples the opportunity to say “I do” without the cost or planning of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Directed energy weapons may sound like science fiction, but systems like lasers and microwave beams are very much becoming a reality to counter threats like drones on the battlefield and beyond. Officially, there has been no word from federal officials at any agency about what exactly happened here in El
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – A partial government shutdown now in effect leaving travelers bracing for longer lines at airports. The shutdown is also affecting Coast guard families, who are left wondering when the next paycheck will come, and hundreds of thousands of federal workers are on the job, without pay. The federal government has officially entered
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SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) – Students and staff from the Gadsden Independent School District traveled to the state capitol this week to advocate for funding for their dual language program. The trip was funded by Project Jupiter. Gadsden ISD Students received hands-on advocacy training and had the chance to speak directly with legislators about
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces firefighters put out a house fire early Friday morning. It happened around 2 a.m. on the 800 block of N Miranda Street. The City of Las Cruces Public Safety said firefighters controlled the fire within 20 minutes. No people were inside the home, but crews found three
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – Sergeant Major Janina Simmons says she was never really a big dreamer. ” I didn’t take anything seriously, I was very go home, chill out, and do nothing, I had zero ambitions for anything.” She grew up in Germany. She and her sister were raised by her mother, who struggled
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ANTHONY, Texas (KVIA) — More than 200 chickens died after a structure fire in Anthony early Saturday. According to the Sunland Park Fire Department, it happened on the 1300 block of Vinton Rd just after 5:30 a.m. Doña Ana Fire Rescue is now investigating the fire.
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Tomas Rivas testified and was cross examined in the final day of witness testimonies for his trial Friday. Rivas is being charged with first degree murder in the Young Park shooting that took place in March of last year. Rivas, along with his younger brother Nathan, Gustavo Dominguez, and
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Originally Published: 13 FEB 26 19:51 ET Updated: 13 FEB 26 20:18 ET By Aleena Fayaz, CNN (CNN) — The US military conducted a strike against another alleged drug-trafficking boat on Friday, killing three people, according to US Southern Command. “On Feb. 13, at the direction of #SOUTHCOM commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan, Joint Task
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TUCSON, Arizona (KVIA) — Law enforcement vehicles were seen late Friday and early Saturday at two locations not far from Nancy Guthrie’s Tucson home. More than a dozen vehicles, including SWAT and forensics units, descended on a residence near East Orange Grove Road and North First Avenue. Multiple roads were closed and later reopened about
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The MountainStar Sports Group Amigo Airsho announced that the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team will join the 2026 Amigo Airsho. The event was originally scheduled to have the F-16 Viper, but organizers say that the F-22 Raptor was chosen instead. MSSG Amigo Airsho says the F-22 Raptor is the world’s first fifth-generation fighter,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–The family of Ana Maria Paniagua says the loss of the beloved educator is being felt far beyond their home, echoing across the entire community she served. “I can honestly go on about my mom. She was my best friend,” said her daughter, JoeAna Paniagua. “She loved, absolutely adored helping others.” JoeAna
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