One person found dead in Socorro residential home fire
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — One man was found dead inside a Socorro residential home while a fire at the residence was being extinguished. This…
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City of El Paso asking for public input on ‘Safe Routes to School’ initiative to improve school zone safety
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is developing a Safe Routes to School Action Plan and is asking for public input. The plan will address…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Fierce winds continue early Friday with brutal wind chills
The winds will stay strong through early Friday morning with gusts around 50 mph. The colder air is now in place behind the cold front, so the wind…
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Chaparral man will serve 90 months in prison for hostage taking
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Albuquerque Field Office announced Thursday…
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Watch: Extreme wind tears off part of Northeast El Paso apartment roof
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Extreme wind has torn off part of the roof of the Joshua’s Court Apartment complex. The apartments are located in Northeast…
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Fossil unearthed in New Mexico years ago is identified as older, more primitive relative of T. rex
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Tyrannosaurus rex seemingly came out of nowhere tens of millions of years ago,…
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Human smuggling pursuit ends in crash, injuring two people
EL PASO, Texas — A human smuggling pursuit that began in west El Paso ends in a crash, injuring two people in south central, Thursday morning. Three…
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Cleaning efforts set to begin as Pellicano expansion project remains at a standstill
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Trash, debris and weeds have built along Pellicano Drive, as the construction project is still on pause. At Wednesday…
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Gofundme set up for family displaced after condo fire
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A family of seven is displaced after their condo caught fire Tuesday morning in west El Paso. Through a GoFundMe account,…
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El Pasoans’ monthly water bills to increase in March
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso residents will soon have to pay more for water. The Public Service Board approved a $2.80 per month increase on the…
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Multiple lawsuits filed against Doña Ana County Sheriff Kim Stewart, alleging retaliation and workplace misconduct
UPDATE: Doña Ana County manager Fernando Macias has responded to ABC-7’s request for comment regarding the lawsuits. In a phone call, Macias said…
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How El Pasoans can prepare for damaging winds
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Damaging winds are expected to hit the Borderland Thursday. Wind gusts will be a concern, expecting to reach 50-60 MPH. The…
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Services held Wednesday for 17-year-old girl killed by alleged drunk driver
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Anahi Karla Leanos, the17-year-old girl whose life El Paso Police say was taken by an alleged drunk driver, is being laid to…
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Doctors emphasize cervical cancer prevention through early screening and vaccination
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Cervical cancer remains a significant health concern in the United States, with over 11,000 cases reported each year, according…
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A 12-year old Las Cruces boy has gone missing, LCPD asking for help
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 12-year-old Las Cruces boy has gone missing. Now the Las Cruces Police Department is asking the community for help.…
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First Alert: A major windstorm is coming, prepare for possible power outages and secure loose items
ABC-7 First Alert remains in effect for strong winds on Thursday. Today, you should prepare for potential power outages, clear debris from your home,…
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No gun found after former student was caught trespassing, Clint ISD says
UPDATE: EL PASO, Texas — Overnight, Clint ISD officials confirmed no gun was found after a former student was found trespassing. Clint Early College…
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El Paso man accused of stalking Shakira at her Miami home
MIAMI BEACH, Florida (KVIA) — ABC-7 has obtained documents from Miami Beach police detailing what led to the arrest of El Pasoan…
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Former Las Cruces Police officer charged with second degree murder
Update: DA Gerald Byers announced now former Las Cruces Police Officer Felipe Hernandez is being charged with second degree murder. Hernandez shot…
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Severe fire burning West El Paso apartment
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A severe fire is burning in West El Paso near the intersection 4100 block of Westcity Court. El Paso Fire officials say an…
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Freezing temperatures pose risks to pets
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As the freezing temperatures continue, our furry friends can face challenges trying to stay warm. Experts emphasize that fur…
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Franklin grad Beau Sparks uses underdog mentality to fuel breakout season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The college football season has officially come to an end. This year will go down as one of the best for El Paso high school…
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Donate blood for a chance to win a Barnett Harley-Davidson motorcycle this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — To help alleviate the current winter blood shortage, donors will have a chance to win a Harley-Davidson motorcycle when they…
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Mobile home seriously damaged following fire in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Officials with the City of Las Cruces said a mobile home received extensive damage following a fire. Las Cruces…
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Investigators looking into two-car crash in Northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Special Traffic Investigators with the El Paso Police Department are at the scene of a crash on the 5000 block of Tetons.…
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EPISD school bus involved in crash in Northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A crash involving an El Paso Independent School District school bus sent one person to the hospital with minor injuries. The…
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Family seeks justice after 17-year-old girl killed by alleged drunk driver
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A family seeks justice after their 17-year-old daughter, Anahi Karla Leanos, was killed by an alleged drunk driver. Family…
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Strong winds cause major power outage in Central El Paso, Lower Valley
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Strong winds have caused power outages across Central El Paso and the Lower Valley. Thousands of households and businesses…
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ABC-7 First Alert: High Wind Warning issued through the afternoon
Update: A High Wind Warning has been issued for El Paso. That means west winds 40 to 45 miles per hour with gusts up to 70 miles per hour. This will…
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Protecting what matters most amid extreme wind chill
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As subfreezing temperatures make their way into our forecast, the National Weather Service issues a timely reminder about…
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