Two 17-year-olds arrested for November murder in Far East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two 17-year-olds are charged with the November 2025 murder of Jose Sanchez Garcia, 39. Deputies found Sanchez suffering from…
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Police find nothing after reports of armed person near Horizon High; secure mode lifted
HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) — Horizon City Police officials say they received reports of a possible armed person in the desert area near Horizon High…
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Family of El Paso man who died after being tased by police files federal lawsuit
Update (3:35 p.m.): City of El Paso spokesperson Laura Cruz-Acosta sent ABC-7 the following statement: “We are heartbroken by the loss of life and…
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Winter storm knocks out power for about 2,000 in Cloudcroft, Ruidoso areas
CLOUDCROFT/RUIDOSO, N.M. (KVIA) — A winter storm has left thousands in the mountain communities without electricity, as crews work to restore power…
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El Paso juvenile detention officer accused of bringing cocaine into jail
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso juvenile detention officer is accused of brining cocaine into the jail. The Juvenile Probation Department…
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Building in Las Cruces catches fire twice in 24 hours
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Las Cruces building caught fire twice in less than 24 hours. Firefighters uses ladder to access room of abandoned home…
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Flight Tracker: Arrivals and departures at El Paso International impacted by winter storm
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Several flights in and out of El Paso have been canceled today due to the ongoing impacts of the winter storm that is…
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El Paso’s plan to build natural gas power plant for massive data center kicks up opposition
by Inside Climate News, The Texas TribuneJanuary 26, 2026 This story is published in partnership with Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Bitterly cold start to the work week
UPDATE: East El Paso is now included under a Freezing fog advisory till 9 am. PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert not for snow…
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A pair of former Miners are headed to Super Bowl LX
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The UTEP Miners will be represented on both sidelines of Super Bowl LX, with Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight and New…
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Freezing Fog Advisory for eastern El Paso, southern Otero, and Hudspeth Counties until 9AM tomorrow morning
Freezing Fog Advisory for eastern El Paso, southern Otero, and Hudspeth Counties until 9AM tomorrow morning. The advisory area includes the Northern…
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William Beaumont Army Medical Center delay due to weather
FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) – Outpatient medical services at William Beaumont Army Medical Center will begin at 10 a.m. The two-hour delay is to align…
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Weather-related delayed start for Las Cruces city operations
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – Anticipating icy roadways the City of Las Cruces will delay the start of non-emergency operations on Monday. All City…
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Dona Ana County weather related delays
DONA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) – The Doña Ana County administrative offices, the Third Judicial District Court and the Doña Ana County…
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Weather related delays and closures at Fort Bliss
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Fort Bliss is operating on a two-hour installation-wide on Monday, Jan. 26 to “mitigate risks of expected icing on the…
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EPPD assists Sheriff in murder investigation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso Police Officers responded to the 3100 block of N. Piedras near Porter Ave. in central El Paso just after 2:41 p.m.…
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Inclement weather prompts delayed start to various offices and facilities
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Anticipated freezing temperatures across the borderland the City, County, and other area agencies and organizations are…
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Loop 375 east and west at Transmountain reopens to traffic
UPDATE: 4:30 PM – TxDOT crews cleaned up and brines the east and west bound lanes along Loop 375 at Transmountain leading to the reopening of the…
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Rare Snow turns borderland neighborhoods into winter playgrounds
Snow is a rare sight in El Paso — so when it finally falls, families don’t waste a second heading outside. For many kids, it’s not just…
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Sunday Funday: Viva La Plant Shop
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Viva La Plant Shop in El Paso offers a refreshing oasis where indoor plants and a welcoming atmosphere come alive. Co-owners…
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ABC-7 First Alert continues – Snow hits the Borderland; brace for very cold air overnight
Always exciting to see in Texas and New…
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ABC-7 viewers enjoying some time the snow
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thank you to all our ABC-7 viewers for sending in pictures of snow from across the Borderland! Bundled up for a snow picture…
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US 62/180 closed between El Paso and New Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Texas Department of Transportation is reported that U.S. 62/180 between El Paso and New Mexico is closed due to road…
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Otero County Fire-EMS District 1 warns of high water and flooding
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) – Riley Way and US HWY 54 are among the areas experiencing high water and flooding, according to the Otero County…
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Landfill to close at noon due to weather conditions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The City of El Paso announced the Greater El Paso Landfill will be closing at noon due to the current inclement weather in…
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Reported Minneapolis shooting involving federal law enforcement under investigation
By Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — Officials are currently working to confirm reports of a shooting involving federal law enforcement, the City of…
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Trump threatens new 100% tariffs on Canada over possible trade deal with China
By Auzinea Bacon, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to slap 100% tariffs on Canadian imports if America’s…
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ABC-7 FIRST ALERT: Winter storm brings snow, ice and dangerous cold to the Borderland
A winter storm is impacting the Borderland this Saturday, bringing snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures across parts of southern New Mexico…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – Local impact of immigration enforcement actions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Across the country, immigrations and customs enforcement is stepping up enforcement actions. Some communities are pushing…
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Safety tips for driving in winter conditions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– As rainy conditions increase the risk of crashes, AAA is reminding drivers to prepare their vehicles and adjust their driving…
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