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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CBP collected billions in tariffs last year. What that could mean for you.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Customs and Border Protection recently released its tariff enforcement and economic security numbers for last year. After…
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Peruvian migrant accused of assaulting Border Patrol agent near Mt. Cristo Rey
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Peruvian migrant is accused of assaulting a Border Patrol agent in the Mount Cristo Rey area. The migrant, Denis…
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Former Eastlake High coach files discrimination charge under the Americans with Disabilities Act
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Former Eastlake High School Coach Matthew Taylor has filed a charge of discrimination with the EEOC and intends to pursue…
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Shots fired near El Paso High, Lamar Elementary. Lockdown now lifted.
Update (3:12 PM): The lockdown at El Paso High School is now over. El Paso Police tell ABC-7 that shots were fired in the area just before 1:55 p.m.…
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Former NFL player Kevin Johnson killed at homeless encampment, medical examiner says
Former Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Kevin Johnson died from “blunt head trauma and stab wounds” at a homeless encampment, according to…
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‘I don’t believe he took his life’: Family of Nicaraguan man seeks answers after his death at Camp East Montana
Victor Manuel Diaz died at an ICE detention facility in Texas on Jan. 14. By Laura Romero January 23, 2026, 2:02 PM The family of a Nicaraguan…
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Hiker finds ancient remains near Alamogordo
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Ancient remains have been located in near Alamogordo in Otero County. The Sheriff’s Office says that on Wednesday, a…
Continue Reading City of El Paso initiates Snow and Ice Response Plan ahead of winter storm
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso says that its Streets and Maintenance crews are prepared to respond to the winter weather conditions…
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El Paso at the center of migrant detention center turmoil
BY ANGELA KOCHERGA AND DIANNE SOLIS This article was co-published with Puente News Collaborative, a bilingual nonprofit newsroom dedicated to…
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More than 1,700 flights cancelled as winter storm hits the U.S.
The storm stretches from New Mexico to the South to the Northeast. By Emily Shapiro Last Updated: January 23, 2026, 10:37 AM MST More than 170…
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New Details: Man charged with intoxication manslaughter after deadly New Year’s Day crash
Update (4:30 PM): Court documents obtained by ABC-7 state that Abel Garcia, the man charged with intoxication manslaughter after the fatal New Year’s…
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Thorn Bridge to reopen, Mesa exit now open
UPDATE: As of 9:56 a.m., both North and South Desert Boulevard lanes are open at the Thorn Bridge. UPDATE: As of 9:30 a.m., TxDOT reports that…
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Borderland animal shelters stress responsible pet ownership as influx continues
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The start of the new year is statistically a busy time for local animal shelters. Following the New Year’s celebrations,…
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Good Vibes Only: Tale of two inseparable pups in search of a home
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— This Good Vibes Only report begins in the busy streets of the Resler area in West El Paso. Two stray dogs had been roaming…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Rain continues throughout the weekend, snow chances decrease
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the winter storm expected to continue through this weekend. Rain chances will be…
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TikTok finalizes deal to keep operating in U.S.
The deal concludes a yearslong battle over U.S. access to the popular app. By Elizabeth Schulze January 22, 2026, 6:28 PM (ABC) — TikTok said…
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Man pleads guilty to murdering fellow jail inmate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso man will spend 15 years in prison after pleading guilty for his role in the deadly beating of a fellow inmate at…
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El Paso drivers urged to stay alert as temperatures drop
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–With cooler temperatures expected across the Borderland, drivers are being urged to prepare for potentially icy road…
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More cases of New World screwworm reported in Tamaulipas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller says new active cases of New World screwworm have been reported by Mexican…
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Governor issues disaster declaration for 134 counties, including El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 134 counties ahead of this weekend’s expected winter storm. El Paso,…
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El Paso warming centers available as cold front heads toward the state
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With a cold front headed toward Texas, the City of El Paso is keeping warming centers open and available for residents. “The…
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Deportees returning to Mexico find they must learn how to live in a land often controlled by cartels
By Steve Fisher, Kate Linthicum This article was co-published with Puente News Collaborative, a bilingual nonprofit newsroom dedicated to…
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Weapon confiscated from Eastlake High student
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The principal of Eastlake High School sent out an alert to parents today stating that the campus was put on hold this…
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One seriously injured in crash on I-10 East at Copia
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A rollover crash on I-10 East near Copia left one person seriously injured. The call reporting the crash came into 911 at…
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Death of migrant at Camp East Montana ruled a homicide; El Paso mayor calls for independent investigation
Update (3:18 PM): El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson released a statement addressing the death of Geraldo Lunas Campos, the Cuban migrant who died at Camp…
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Ardovino’s Desert Crossing delays start of farmer’s market by a week due to storm
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ardovino’s Desert Crossing is pushing back the opening day of its farmer’s market by a week due to the winter storm…
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