Family of teen shot, killed in Las Cruces speak on gun safety and juvenile crime
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The family of a teen who was shot and killed in Las Cruces spoke about gun safety and juvenile crime in front of the…
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Embattled GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales announces he’s stepping down from Congress
Originally Published: 13 APR 26 18:37 ET Updated: 13 APR 26 18:50 ET By Sarah Ferris, CNN (CNN) — Embattled GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales announced on…
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FAA and military agree on how to use lasers to take down drones at the southern border
By Alexandra Skores, CNN Washington (CNN) — The Federal Aviation Administration and Department of Defense have come to an agreement on how…
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Rep. Tony Gonzales could face expulsion from Congress amid furor over sexual misconduct
by Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas TribuneApril 13, 2026 WASHINGTON — Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio, could be expelled from Congress this week as…
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Hope and Anchor bar says 19-year-old driver presented fake ID before deadly crash
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Hope and Anchor bar issued a statement Monday in response to the death of Jaime Andrade, the man who died after…
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New chicken restaurant opening in Far East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Slim Chickens is expanding to the Borderland with a grand opening of its new location on Zaragoza Road on Monday. This is…
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Woman charged after deputies receive reports of unattended 2-year-old
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 29-year-old woman after deputies received reports of a 2-year-old walking…
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Las Cruces tattoo artist allegedly recorded sexual assault on phone, court documents reveal
UPDATE (April 13, 2026) — According to police documents, 42-year-old Billy Porter allegedly recorded and uploaded a video of him groping the…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – Major donation and next steps to bring a law school to El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There was major step forward to establishing a law school in the Borderland this week. UTEP leadership announced a $5…
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Trump takes down image from his social media platform that depicted him as a Jesus-like figure
By Michelle StoddartApril 13, 2026, 11:32 AM An AI-generated photo that President Donald Trump posted Monday on his social media platform that…
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launches investigation into Lululemon activewear
UPDATE (12:13 p.m.) — ABC-7 reached out to Lululemon about the impact of the investigation. A company spokesperson sent the following statement to…
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NWS El Paso on wildfire risks, prevention tips this fire weather season
Fire weather season is here, as temperatures drop and wind picks up, weather experts are warning borderland residents about fire danger. The National…
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UTEP celebrates relationship with Bhutan with weeklong activities
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso kicked off “Bhutan Days” Monday to celebrate the school’s relationship with the Himalayan…
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City of El Paso votes to prevent ICE detention centers within city limits
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council is currently in executive session discussing a plan to prevent the installation of any U.S. Immigration…
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Pope Leo responds to Trump’s criticism, saying he has ‘no fear’ of US administration
By Melissa Adan, David Brennan, and Kevin ShalveyApril 13, 2026, 7:57 AM ALGIERS and LONDON — Pope Leo XIV on Monday responded to criticism from…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Windy Monday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Starting off out work week we will experience some winds and blowing dust and sand with light risk for scattered showers.…
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Oil prices jump on US plans to blockade Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz
Originally Published: 13 APR 26 04:37 ET By Hanna Ziady, CNN London (CNN) — Oil prices climbed Monday, after the US military said it would…
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UTEP Dance Team Returns to El Paso as National Champions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso dance team returned home Sunday as national champions, greeted by family members,…
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Three people arrested after allegedly beating victim with a bat at a Las Cruces park
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – According to court documents obtained by ABC-7, Kurtis Dale, Jacklyn Garcia, and Eufemia Villa have been arrested and…
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Woman arrested and charged with Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the El Paso Sheriff’s Office, 35-year-old Maria Conchita Rios of Fabens, Texas was arrested after allegedly…
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Hal Marcus, celebrated El Paso artist and musician, dies at 74
by Robert Moore April 12, 2026 Share Facebook Nextdoor Reddit 📣 We use your feedback to strengthen our reporting. Tell us what’s working…
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Shooting inside Chick-fil-A in New Jersey leaves several people injured: Governor
The shooting occurred at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, authorities said. By Bill Hutchinson Video byJessie DiMartino and Cristina Corujo…
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Final Coach Archie Duran Memorial race brings El Paso community together at Nations Tobin Park
EL PASO (KVIA)– The Coach Archie Duran Memorial Scholarship Fund held its final community race Sunday morning at Nations Tobin Park in Northeast El…
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Trump announces US blockade of Strait of Hormuz amid stalled Iran talks
President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States Navy will begin blockading ships in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after peace…
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UTEP Dance Team wins national title at competition
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The University of Texas at El Paso announced Saturday that the UTEP Dance Team won first place in their category at the…
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Vance says no agreement with Iran after marathon talks in Pakistan
CNN– Vice President JD Vance said marathon talks with Iran did not result in an agreement to permanently end the war. “We have been at it now for…
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Spring Open House shows the possibilities of sustainable desert farming
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Amigos Farm hosted their Spring Open House Saturday to show their locally grown, organic produce and how they do it…
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City of Anthony seeks intervention amidst allegations of wrong-doing by previous administration
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA)- The City of Anthony released a letter to KVIA on Saturday stating that the previous administration had allegedly…
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Authorities identify man killed in Anthony after multi-vehicle crash
UPDATE (5:12 PM)- The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office says that the 55-year-old male who was killed in the crash in Anthony, Texas was identified as…
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‘Welcome home, Artemis’: Jubilant and emotional, crew speaks out on historic moon mission
ByMary Kekatos, Julia Jacobo, Leah Sarnoff, Ivan Pereira, and Meredith Deliso Last Updated: April 11, 2026, 3:12 PM MDT Calling…
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