By Dakin Andone, Lauren del Valle, Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — The Manhattan district attorney’s terrorism case against Luigi Mangione fell apart on Tuesday, as a New York judge found the evidence had not established he committed a terroristic act by allegedly killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO. The decision to dismiss the two top charges against Mangione
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The public is invited to comment on the Texas Department of Transportation’s new proposal of the Downtown 10 Project to make improvements along I-10. The project is about six miles long the improvements would start on Executive Center Boulevard and stretch all the way to State Loop 478 on Copia Street. It would expand I-10’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–As part of Hunger Action Month, ABC-7 is surprising Albertsons customers with gift cards! Hunger Action Month is a national campaign aimed at raising awareness to end hunger in the United States. ABC-7 has joined with Albertsons and El Pasoans Fighting Hunger for the “Together in Tough Times” campaign. It raises funds
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has filed a lawsuit against the Texas Attorney General’s Office to seek judicial clarification following a recent ruling regarding the release of legal billing records connected to past and active lawsuits involving the El Paso Police Department. The City did this to ensure its compliance
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a man for allegedly drunk driving last week – while he was already wanted for a previous instance of drunk driving. According to a release, deputies with the northwest patrol station said they observed a vehicle weaving between lanes on the 5500 block
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is asking the community to help find a missing person. The family of 45 year-old David Luciano Gutierrez is concerned for his well being. He was last seen September 7 around 12:43 p.m. wearing a black polo shirt, blue jeans, and black or blue
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UPDATE: Police say 63-year-old man was found dead under suspicious circumstances. Police have not yet released his identity. According to a police spokesperson, officers responded to a call of an unattended death around 8 a.m. Monday morning on the 1900 block of Olive Ave. Officers found the man dead, and detectives with the Crimes Against
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Texas judge met Monday virtually with the Texas Attorney General’s office and attorneys representing convicted El Paso serial killer David Leonard Wood to discuss next steps and potential scheduling for hearings on his appeal. Wood was not present during the online hearing due to scheduling conflicts. As ABC-7 reported
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department arrested two men for a shooting that killed one El Paso man and injured a woman on the east side. 43 year-old Manuel Gonzalez and 44 year-old Salvador Gomez, both residents of El Paso, were arrested Friday. Both are charged with murder and aggravated assault
Continue Reading UPDATE: Power has been restored and KVIA’s over-the-air signal is back up after El Paso Electric repairs. Some customers may need to re-scan channels to ensure reception. KVIA is airing Monday Night Football with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers versus the Houston Texans, followed by High Potential and ABC-7 After the Game. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new proposal by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) could reshape a large part of Downtown El Paso. Under its latest $1.3 billion Downtown I-10 expansion plan, the agency is proposing the demolition of 15 buildings, including cultural landmarks, residential units, and commercial properties. Among the most high-profile buildings
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County could soon adopt a new fire code and regulations for outdoor businesses in order to give emergency services stronger enforcement tools and improve safety standards in unincorporated areas. Staff from Precinct 1 Commissioner Jackie Butler’s office explained that the two County Emergency Services Districts do not follow
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— At just 16 years old, Desiree Arzaga’s artwork is now part of an exhibit at the El Paso Museum of Art. It’s part of Enfoque Community Spotlight: EPISD Transformation Through Art. The exhibit highlights the work of 42 El Paso ISD high school students. Desiree’s art teacher at Irvin High told
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Originally Published: 15 SEP 25 08:32 ET Updated: 15 SEP 25 08:40 ET By David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Monday suggested that a deal has been reached with China to keep TikTok operational in the United States, the conclusion of a yearslong effort that began during Trump’s first term. “The big
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing Sgt. Emilio Avalos, who served in the Marine Corps for 8 years. During his service, he Iraq and Afghanistan. We thank you for your service, Emilio. You can send in a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) could take effect as early as Sept. 30, raising concerns among local food banks about rising food insecurity in vulnerable communities. The cuts come as part of the recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill,” which includes a provision slashing approximately $230 billion from SNAP
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Ahead of Mexican Independence Day on the 16th — the City of El Paso and the Mexican Consulate in El Paso hosted a bi-national celebration. The Vivamos Mexico official “Grito” Fiesta was held in downtown Saturday night. ABC-7’s Paul Cicala served as master of ceremonies and lead the festivities meant to celebrate
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — McDonald’s is launching its “I Love to Read” Program in an effort to inspire young people in El Paso to pick up a book. McDonalds officials say they aim to foster a lifelong love of reading in El Paso’s youth. McDonalds is partnering with Clint, Fabens, and Canutillo Independent School
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) As World Heart Day approaches on Sept. 29, doctors in El Paso are urging people to recognize the signs of a heart attack and act fast. Sergio Peña, 54, director of Respiratory Care Services at Del Sol Medical Center and an avid runner, says listening to his body saved his life.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – For the first time ever in Texas, El Paso electric hosted an EV Ride & Drive event. It was an opportunity for drivers to test out electric vehicles and learn about going green. People were able to get behind the wheel, talk to experts, and learn how to plug into
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UPDATE: (2:30PM) – El Paso Electric crews restored power just after 2:30 p.m. Sunday. The outage was caused by a burnt insulator located on top of the pole. LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)- El Paso Electric crews are working on restoring power in the area near the Las Cruces International Airport. It happened just after
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Cox said people around the suspect, including a roommate, are cooperating. ByKendall Wright and Quinn Scanlan September 14, 2025, 9:11 AM Gov. Spencer Cox, R-Utah, said Sunday that the suspect in the shooting that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk is not cooperating with authorities. “He has not confessed to, to authorities. He is, he is, he is
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — Doña Ana Community College (DACC) announces that Culinary Arts instructor Tom Drake has been nominated for Chef of the Year by the New Mexico Restaurant Association. Drake is the sole nominee from a culinary arts program among several finalists representing New Mexico’s top restaurants. “Chef Drake is so passionate when
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department and Crime Stoppers of El Paso are asking for your help in identifying a couple who stole more than $4,000 in cosmetics from an Ulta Beauty store in Far East El Paso. Police say it happened on Sunday, July 26th, 2025, at 8:20 P.M. at
Continue Reading “You have no idea the fire that you have ignited within this wife, the cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry,” said Erika Kirk, the wife of slain conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, in her first public message since his killing. Just days after a gunman shot and killed Kirk
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The street was lined with well-wishers on Saturday outside the home of Erica Zamora, marking a heartfelt show of community love and support for the woman given six months to live. Dozens formed a long line for the “Prayer Parade,” which stretched as far as the eye could see. Despite
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Fifteenth Court of Appeals has ruled that the Temporary Restraining Order against Powered By People and Robert Francis O’Rourke be halted. The Court stated that the order “violates their rights to free speech under the Texas Constitution and the United States Constitution.” “Little evidence” brought in the case was
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The United States Border Patrol Chief for the El Paso Sector posted that 500 National Guard soldiers arrived to support the border mission in El Paso. According to a post by Walter N. Slosar on his social media account, the support includes additional technology, equipment and personnel on the ground.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – A woman has been arrested and charged in a crash that killed a motorcyclist in East El Paso. El Paso Police say they obtained a warrant for Marissa Arlene Dominguez for manslaughter. The arrest stems from a crash along I-10 West and Don Haskins in East El Paso on Aug.
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