Parts of Texas immigration law are likely unconstitutional, federal judge signals
by Alejandro Serrano, The Texas TribuneMay 13, 2026 During a hearing to block parts of a Texas law that would let state police arrest people…
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Hantavirus found in New Mexico isn’t the same strain from cruise ship outbreak
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health said a hantavirus strain found in the state is different from the strain that started spreading on a…
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Las Cruces firefighters put out propane leak at gas station
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Firefighters put out a propane leak in Las Cruces Tuesday, the city’s fire department said. LCFD firefighters found a…
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Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair, succeeding Jerome Powell
By Bryan Mena, CNN Washington (CNN) — Kevin Warsh was narrowly confirmed Wednesday by the Senate to serve as the 17th chair of the Federal…
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Man dies after crossing into roadway, hit by two trucks in South-Central El Paso
UPDATE (May 13, 2026) — El Paso police said 60-year-old Armando Gonzalez died in Monday’s crash. According to police, a truck drove on Alameda…
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New Mexico attorney general charges woman for allegedly impersonating nurse, ‘nearly caused patient death’
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A Doña Ana County jury indicted a woman for allegedly working as a nurse without a license. The New Mexico Justice…
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I-10 East at Sunland Park reopens after debris spill
UPDATE (11:06 a.m.) — All lanes are open with a minor backup, police said on X. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — All eastbound traffic on I-10 at Sunland…
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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions and orders new trial
By Eric Levenson, Dianne Gallagher, CNN (CNN) — The South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions…
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Nonprofit to preserve former YMCA Bowling Branch with lease agreement
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s city council approved a new lease agreement to keep operations running at the former YMCA Bowling Branch facility…
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Doña Ana County approves update to immigration status protections
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Doña Ana County Commission unanimously approved an update to its Safe Communities for All Resolution Tuesday.…
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Man arrested for fraud, theft
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Constable’s Office Precinct Three arrested a 50-year-old man with a warrant involving felony charges.…
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El Paso City Council approves anti-DWI, data review initiative
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s city council approved a new effort to improve responses to impaired driving, the city said Tuesday. An approved…
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Sunland Park council again rejects permits for Station X, Cronica cannabis dispensaries
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Sunland Park City Council again denied special use permits for two proposed cannabis dispensaries after hours…
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New Mexico man arrested for burglary, allegedly assaulted woman
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso police arrested a 24-year-old New Mexico man for burglary of a home in April. Police said he allegedly assaulted one…
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Where to get free lunch for kids in Doña Ana County this summer
Doña Ana County, N.M. (KVIA) — Doña Ana County is offering free summer lunches for kids and teenagers aged 1 to 18, the county said Tuesday. Meals…
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Denver airport fatal collision was a suicide, man identified, officials say
By Nadine El-Bawab and Alex Stone The fatal collision in which a Frontier Airlines jet struck a person on the runway at Denver…
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Who’s performing at Cool Canyon Nights this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Cool Canyon Nights Music Series returns to McKelligon Canyon Thursday, according to Townsquare Media. For the 16th season,…
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Julián Kalel returns to American Idol stage for duet with Luke Bryan
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso singer-songwriter Julián Kalel returned to the American Idol stage Monday night during the season’s grand finale.…
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Hannah Harper, a mom of 3, named ‘American Idol’ winner
By Katie Kindelan A mom of three who auditioned for “American Idol” with a song about postpartum depression and motherhood was named the show’s…
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FDA chief to depart after Trump signed off on ousting him
CNN By Kaitlan Collins, Ben Tinker, Adam Cancryn, Sarah Owermohle, CNN (CNN) — Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary is…
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Federal government sues to take Mount Cristo Rey land next to border
UPDATE (May 13, 2026) — Congresswoman Veronica Escobar released a statement in response to the lawsuit for possession of part of the land at Mount…
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1st Armored Division to assume command of Southern Border Mission
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Officials announced Tuesday that the 1st Armored Division Headquarters will assume command of Joint Task Force – Southern…
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Sheriff’s office needs help finding man in assault investigation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office needs help finding a man allegedly involved in an aggravated assault investigation.…
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Fire Crews Train for Ride Emergencies at Western Playland
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) – As summer crowds begin returning to Western Playland, firefighters are preparing for emergencies most guests hope…
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El Paso County Commissioners approve request for proposals for future Coliseum management
El Paso County Commissioners are set to consider authorizing requests for proposals for the management of the El Paso County Coliseum and sports…
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Ted Lasso star signs with El Paso Locomotive FC
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, the El Paso Locomotive FC announced it signed Cristo Fernández, who played Dani Rojas in the sports series Ted…
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GECU names new president, CEO
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — GECU announced it appointed a new president and CEO Monday. Alex Rascón, who has been with the company more than 20 years,…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: 90 degree temps & dry conditions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today the uncomfortable heat begins to push in. We will trend about the norm throughout the next week as remain mostly dry…
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Sold-out Banana Ball games expected to boost El Paso’s economy
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Banana Ball is coming to Southwest University Park this weekend, and with the entertainment comes an economic boost for El…
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El Paso firefighters ask for donations to ‘fill the boot’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department is asking residents to “fill the boot” to help families affected by neuromuscular diseases, EPFD…
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