Arson Investigators arrest teens in connection with south-central El Paso fire
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Fire Marshal’s Office Arson Investigators say two 13-year-olds intentionally caused a severe fire on the 300 block…
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New Mexico State football set to play in New Mexico Bowl, sources say
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico State Aggies and Fresno State are set to play in the New Mexico Bowl, according to Brett McMurphy…
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State-of-the-art Magellanic Penguin exhibit opens at El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “It makes me so excited. I’ve loved animals my whole life and so getting so see these here in my hometown, here in the…
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Two New Mexicans sickened by Salmonella after eating cantaloupe
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Two New Mexicans have recovered from a Salmonella infection after eating cantaloupes, a spokesperson with the New…
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Immunize El Paso reporting an increase in Flu cases
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Daniel Acosta, Director of Immunize El Paso, informed KVIA that there were over 500 cases of the Flu reported in El Paso…
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“We can continue the forward momentum:” ABC-7’s one-on-one with new LCPD Chief Jeremy Story
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Police Department has a new chief, but it’s one with a familiar face. ABC-7 first reported the…
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One person dead in Socorro crash involving motorcycle
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — Socorro police have confirmed one person is dead following a crash involving a motorcycle in Socorro, Texas. Police say the…
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24 catalytic converters stolen from Socorro ISD buses
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thieves stole catalytic converters from 24 Socorro Independent School District buses. A district spokesperson told ABC-7…
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‘It’s heartbreaking’: Day after day, New Mexico investigator recovers migrant remains
Lauren Villagran El Paso Times Editor’s note: This story contains reporting and images that some readers may find disturbing. Laura Mae Williams…
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FBI investigating Northeast El Paso shooting involving Homeland Security agents
Update: Homeland Security Investigators updated ABC-7 on the officer-involved shooting Wednesday afternoon. Spokeswoman Leticia Zamarripa released…
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Socorro ISD employee charged with child porn possession
Update: ABC-7 learned that Colorado has worked at the Socorro Independent School District since August 2013. Right now a district spokesperson says…
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New Mexico Supreme Court weighs whether to strike down local abortion restrictions
By MORGAN LEE Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The New Mexico Supreme Court is weighing whether to strike down local abortion restrictions by…
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As suicide rate increases, gun safety advocates call for more firearm regulations
By Alejandro Serrano and Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune Dec. 12, 2023 “As suicide rate increases, gun safety advocates call for more firearm…
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Juárez International Airport still working on improvements amid holiday rush
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Juárez International Airport started a five-year improvement plan in 2019 to improve service for Borderland…
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A common abortion pill will come before the US Supreme Court. Here’s how mifepristone works
By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer Medication abortion is the preferred method of ending pregnancy in the U.S., and one of the two drugs used —…
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More shelters could open in El Paso amid recent migrant surge
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As El Paso continues to see an influx of migrants, local leaders are indicating they could open an additional shelter,…
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Tesla recalls nearly all 2 million of its vehicles on US roads
CNN By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Tesla is recalling nearly all 2 million of its cars on US roads to limit the use of its Autopilot…
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El Paso Zoo opens new penguin exhibit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today the El Paso Zoo will introduce its brand new Penguin Oasis Exhibit. A colony of Magellanic penguins now live at the…
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Tips from El Paso Electric to save energy during winter
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With winter looming and temperatures dropping in the Borderland, El Paso Electric Company says there are simple ways for…
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Wichita State wins NIVC Championship after sweeping UTEP in straight sets
EL PASO, Texas – The UTEP Miners gave it everything they had, but unfortunately they came up short. Before another sold out crowd at UTEP’s Memorial…
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El Paso Amazon distribution center works to fulfill orders during busy holiday season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Christmas season is here, and for retail employees, this is the busiest time of year. On Tuesday, ABC-7 got a look…
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Supporting Service: K9 Blitzen offers mental, emotional support to CBP agents, family
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Support animals have long been in use across the U.S., and since January, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol has been actively…
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Dona Ana amends contract with county manager; Macias will leave office in April
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Dona Ana County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to amend the contract of County Manager…
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Watch: City officials provide update on El Paso’s migrant situation
Update: Mayor Leeser said during the news conference that numbers have gone up over the last several weeks, but the city expects them to go back…
Continue Reading United Nations General Assembly votes to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Originally Published: 12 DEC 23 16:39 ET By Caitlin Hu, CNN United Nations (CNN) — The United Nations General Assembly has voted to demand an…
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El Paso County seeing an increase in state inmates; jail annex almost at capacity
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The County of El Paso is experiencing an increase in state inmates at its two county jails. The El Paso County Detention…
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Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office brings soon-to-be-former city councilor Tessa Abeyta as undersheriff
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday that it will bring in Tessa Abeyta as their new…
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Mermaids wanted, El Paso’s Jungle Reef is hosting a job fair
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s only touch aquarium in hosting a job fair today at the Shoppes at Solana, formerly known as Sunland Park. Jungle…
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Downtown El Paso shelter network finding ways to assist migrants amid cold temperatures
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In recent weeks, more migrants have been seen sleeping on Downtown El Paso streets, especially at the Downtown Shelter…
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Las Cruces appoints new police chief
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The City of Las Cruces appointed Jeremy Story police chief, effective December 17, 2023. Story has served as interim…
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