People, Places & Paul: El Paso area’s claim to “1st Thanksgiving” in 1598
SAN ELIZARIO, Texas (KVIA) — Many people don’t realize that the El Paso-area has its own claim-to-fame that the first thanksgiving on what’s…
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3 people shot at Red Sands, according to El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
UPDATE: The El Paso County Sheriff’s said late Friday night three people were shot at Red Sands. It was initially reported that there was only one…
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Ex-officer Derek Chauvin, convicted in George Floyd’s killing, stabbed in prison, AP source says
By MICHAEL R. SISAK Associated Press Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed by another…
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Three shot in Horizon Thanksgiving morning
Update: Officials with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said that there is a suspect, however, they are not able to release any additional…
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Annual Holiday Lights on the Lake kicks off at Ascarate Park
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 2023 Holiday Lights on the Lake at Ascarate Park, from Fred Loya Partners L.P. & El Paso County, will fill the night…
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El Paso shoppers flock to shopping malls this Black Friday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thousands of Borderland shoppers headed out to local shopping centers this Black Friday. ABC-7 crews witnessed lines of…
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Black Friday shopping at El Paso’s Cielo Vista Mall
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Eager shoppers arrived at Cielo Vista Mall by 4:00 a.m. for Black Friday deals. Despite forming lines, a seasoned shopper…
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1st group of Israeli hostages freed by Hamas in Gaza, sources say
(ABC NEWS) — The first group of Israeli hostages have been released by Hamas in the Gaza Strip and handed over to the International Committee of the…
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Israel-Hamas truce begins,Who is expected to be released and how might the exchange look? Here’s the latest
In the first release of Hamas’ hostages held in Gaza, scheduled for Friday afternoon local time, 13 women and children will be freed,…
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Las Cruces Police Department recruiting events this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Police Department will be recruiting at the Cielo Vista Mall this weekend, answering questions about becoming…
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El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank saw record-breaking numbers of volunteers Thanksgiving Eve
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank saw record-breaking numbers of volunteers this Thanksgiving Eve, with an increased…
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Prominent member of prosecution team in state case against accused El Paso Walmart shooter resigns
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A prominent member of the El Paso District Attorney’s team in the prosecution of the accused Walmart shooter Patrick…
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Borderland economy impacted by holiday weekend sales and cross-border crossings
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Borderland’s economy has a different impact this holiday season with sales and the change in currencies between the…
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How to keep your pets safe this holiday season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — While the holidays bring cheer every year, they also pose a risk to pets. El Paso Animal Services has tips to help keep your…
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City of El Paso’s Chief Military Officer recognized by Association of Defense Communities as a Defense Community Champion
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso’s Chief Military Officer was recognized by the Association of Defense Communities as one of 16 Defense…
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Shopping safely this holiday season means more than remaining vigilant on Black Friday — officials warn of the risks of counterfeit items
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As millions of Americans are prepping their Thanksgiving meals Thursday, retailers and shoppers are prepping for holiday…
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El Pasoans celebrate 87th annual Sun Bowl Thanksgiving Day Parade
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Thursday is the 87th Annual Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers Sun Bowl Parade, set to kick off at 10:00 a.m.…
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Qatar says Gaza cease-fire will begin Friday morning, with aid to follow ‘as soon as possible’
By WAFAA SHURAFA, NAJIB JOBAIN and JACK JEFFERY Associated Press DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A four-day cease-fire in Gaza between Israel and…
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US warship shoots down attack drones over the Red Sea
(CNN) — A US warship shot down “multiple one-way attack drones” launched from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen on Thursday morning local…
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Looking out for burns and foodborne illnesses during Thanksgiving
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With Thanksgiving less than a few hours away, the possibility of trips to the emergency room is set to increase as accidents…
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Investigators believe a married couple was killed in vehicle explosion at US-Canada bridge, sources say. Here’s what we know
CNN By John Miller, Elizabeth Wolfe and Celina Tebor, CNN (CNN) — Investigators believe a New York husband and wife were the two people killed…
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Two former NMSU basketball players plead not guilty to sexual assault charges, one issued bench warrant
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Three former NMSU basketball players were all expected to appear in court Wednesday after the New Mexico Attorney…
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Mexico to bring back passenger train routes, with one arriving in Juárez
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Mexico’s Secretary of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation (SICT), along with Mexico’s President Andrés…
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Abandoned Las Cruces home burns in massive fire
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — An abandoned house on Brownlee Avenue in Las Cruces caught fire Tuesday night. Firefighters started their efforts to…
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23-year-old Socorro woman charged with intoxicated manslaughter in UTV crash
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — Socorro Police officers arrested 23-year-old Maria Isabel Lopez Martinez on an intoxication manslaughter charge November 21,…
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ABC-7 Xtra: SB-4 Ramifications for the Borderland
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Three Texas judges have sent a letter to President Joe Biden asking him to intervene if Texas’ SB-4 bill becomes law. The…
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El Paso International Airport gears up for busiest Thanksgiving travel season in years
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As the holiday season approaches, El Paso International Airport (ELP) anticipates a surge in travelers, with a notable 9…
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New respiratory illness spreading among dogs, El Paso vet weighs in
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Researchers and veterinarians are trying to figure out the source of a mysterious illness affecting dogs in a several…
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El Paso City Council approves gender-neutral signs on certain public bathrooms
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Gender-neutral bathrooms have been a national talking point for many years now. Here in El Paso, City Council unanimously…
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Border Bridge Rage: Wait time frustrate drivers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the holidays near, wait times at the international bridges between El Paso and Ciudad Juárez lengthen. On a typical…
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