201 killed across Iran, 747 injured, Red Crescent Society says
ByJon Haworth, Jack Moore, and Nadine El-Bawab Last Updated: February 28, 2026, 11:56 AM MST At least 201 people had been killed and 747…
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Gov. Greg Abbott backs U.S. and Israel military strikes on Iran
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- Texas Governor Greg Abbott has released the following statement regarding the U.S. and Israel military strikes on Iran early…
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Local lawmakers react to U.S. and Israel military strikes on Iran
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- Lawmakers around the Borderland are reacting to the news of the U.S. and Israel having launched strikes on Iran early Saturday…
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Trump threatens ‘certain death’ to Iranian guard who don’t ‘lay down’ weapons
The U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran early Saturday. By Bill Hutchinson February 28, 2026, 9:27 AM President Donald Trump threatened “certain…
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US-Israeli operation against Iran was in the works for months, IDF says
Iran said the U.S. of violated “all international laws and during negotiations.” By Jon Haworth February 28, 2026, 9:05 AM The massive…
Continue Reading Iran live updates: Israel claims it ‘eliminated … several senior figures’ in Iran
ByJon Haworth, Jack Moore, and Nadine El-Bawab Last Updated: February 28, 2026, 9:04 AM MST 17 minutes ago Israel said it struck three…
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Iran live updates: Trump announces ‘major combat operations’; could last for days
By Jon Haworth and Jack Moore Last Updated: February 28, 2026, 5:35 AM MST President Donald Trump announced “major combat operations” against Iran…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – One-on-One with District Attorney James Montoya
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s been a little over a year since James Montoya was sworn in as the new district attorney for El Paso. ABC-7 Xtra host…
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El Paso Electric refunds Texas customers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Electric (EPE) will issue a refund to Texas customers through fuel charge with an automatic bill credit that will…
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UTEP Volleyball receives gift to begin gym renovation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP Volleyball received a $1 million gift to help begin renovation of the Memorial Gym. Bob McFadden, DDS gifted the $1…
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City challenges state approval of Texas Gas Service rate increase
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After El Paso residents report sudden steep increase in their natural gas bills, the City of El Paso is continuing its legal…
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Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery announce deal
Paramount launched a hostile takeover bid in December. ByMason Leib February 27, 2026, 2:56 PM Warner Bros Discovery has agreed to a deal…
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17 Measles cases reported in El Paso County; Health Officials urge vaccinations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The Department of Homeland Security says all of the 17 cases in El Paso, 13 cases involve detainees at Camp East Montana, a…
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Paving improvements to close Scenic Drive and McKelligon Canyon
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The City of El Paso announced the closures of Scenic Drive and the road that leads to McKelligon Canyon as crews complete…
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Retired U.S. Border Patrol Chief in El Paso says counter drone system will aid border area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Chris Clem is a former U.S. Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent and a former Deputy Chief Patrol Agent in the El Paso Sector;…
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Rock and Roll legend Neil Sedaka dead at 86
Neil Sedaka, the songwriter to the stars, who penned songs like “Breaking Up is Hard to Do,” “Love Will Keep Us Together”, and dozens of other hits…
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Office stays for children ends in New Mexico
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) – The practice of placing children in the offices of the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) for overnight…
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Federal prosecutors in Luigi Mangione case won’t appeal ruling that took death penalty off the table
This means the federal trial is expected to begin this fall. ByAaron Katersky February 27, 2026, 3:55 PM Federal prosecutors in New York signaled in…
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Delegation of Bishops meet in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Delegation of Bishops from the Texas-Mexico border met Friday Feb. 27, 2026. This meeting is now the longest-running…
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Students tour arsenic treatment facility
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) hosted students and instructors from the Doña Ana Community College…
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Back and stronger: El Paso singer Julian Kalel earns second shot at American Idol
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – He’s back and stronger than ever. ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke sat down again with Julian Kalel, the El Paso native who earned a…
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Homebuyer Grant Program makes ownership more affordable
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Local families have a new avenue towards homeownership after a popular grant program reduces interest rates. The El Paso…
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Spread the love of Punch
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso is joining in to show love to the viral sensation Punch the monkey. El Paso Public Library is hosting a Punch party…
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Good Vibes Only: EPISD students celebrate Black History Month
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— The month of February marks Black History Month, a time to recognize the contributions and achievements of African Americans…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Record-heat potential continues
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Happy Friday! Today will be a beautiful day for some outdoor plans. We will experience warm, dry, and calm, conditions. Over…
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office looking for young artists to participate in law-enforcement-themed coloring book project
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso County Sheriff’s office is inviting high school students across El Paso County to participate in a new creative…
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UTEP falls to Middle Tennessee on the road, 77-67; Miners lose third straight
MURFREESBORO, Tennessee – For the third straight game, the UTEP Miners came out on the losing end of another Conference USA contest. This time the…
Continue Reading Department of War shot down ‘seemingly threatening’ drone within military airspace near El Paso
UPDATE AT 9:25 P.M. The Department of War, the FAA and CBP issued this joint statement to ABC-7: “At President Trump’s direction, the Department…
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Annual Black History Month Parade and Festival
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Interclub Council (ICC) of El Paso hosts its annual Black History Month Parade and Festival, celebrating the…
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El Paso mother urges access to Duchenne treatment
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– An El Paso mother traveled to Washington, D.C., this week to advocate for her 14-year-old son, who is living with a rare…
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