ATV safety ahead of Memorial Day weekend in El Paso
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As we head into Memorial Day weekend, you may be getting ready to enjoy outdoor activities, including one of the most common…
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Are Borderland residents substituting alcohol for marijuana? New studies show daily marijuana users outnumber daily alcohol users in the United States
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — A new study says daily marijuana users in the United States now outnumber the daily number of alcohol users, a…
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CRRUA passes fifth water arsenic level test in a row
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) passed another arsenic water sample test. CRRUA says that is…
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Federal inmate dies of natural causes in El Paso County Jail
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A federal inmate has died at the El Paso County Jail. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and the Texas Rangers are looking…
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Doña Ana Sheriff’s Office announces capture of man wanted for murder for 16 years
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Marshal’s Service agents, Mexican authorities, and Doña Ana Sheriff’s Office officials have captured Oswaldo…
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New Photos: 8 detainees riot, start fires inside Otero County Detention Center
Update: The Otero County Detention Center released the mugshots of seven of the eight detainees allegedly involved in the riot. OTERO COUNTY, New…
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Petition seeks to remove Canutillo ISD board president
UPDATE – ABC-7 heard back from Canutillo ISD trustee Breanne Barnes, who was mentioned by name in the statement provided by the board president…
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‘Grandparents Social Club’ offers mental health support for grandparents raising children
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Raising children is a full time job, and can be mentally taxing for young parents — let alone people who may have retired…
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Barrio Chamizal families rally against environmental, educational, and housing issues
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Families in the Barrio Chamizal community are rallying today to raise awareness about their longstanding environmental,…
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Crash on I-10 closes freeway, leaves 2 people injured
EL PASO, Texas — All I-10 east lanes are closed near Lomaland, Exit 29. El Paso Fire dispatch confirmed to ABC-7 two people were taken to the…
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Family starts Gofundme for 21-year-old killed in hit-and-run
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Family of 21-year-old Kimberly Alissa Espinoza, is now raising funds to help with funeral costs after she was involved in a…
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“Expanding the program is necessary:” Las Cruces Fire Department’s mental health crisis team Project LIGHT sees success in first year
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Fire Department launched a mental health crisis response team last March, and now, officials say they…
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Did El Paso city representative announce he’s running for mayor? What taxpayers spent to get the answer.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso city taxpayers paid thousands of dollars to find out whether City Rep. Brian Kennedy officially announced his…
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ABC-7’s Stephanie Valle wins third consecutive Regional Murrow Award for Borderland Crimes podcast
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Radio Television Digital News Association is recognizing ABC-7’s Stephanie Valle for the 3rd year in a row, as…
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Dona Ana Sheriff’s Office warning of fake warrant scam
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office says scammers are trying to get money out of residents by collecting fines…
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UTEP celebrating 50th anniversary of its MBA program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Masters of Business Administration Program. The Woody L. Hunt College of…
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UTEP looking to make upgrades to Sun Bowl stadium
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is looking to make upgrades to its iconic Sun Bowl stadium. The university says that it will provide more information…
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Fish oil supplements may raise risk of stroke, heart issues, study suggests
Originally Published: 22 MAY 24 05:30 ET Updated: 22 MAY 24 07:32 ET By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Editor’s note: Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better:…
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Wildfire prevention tips and how to safeguard your home
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO (KVIA) — As southern New Mexico faces ongoing wildfires, officials are urging residents to take critical steps to prevent…
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Cloudcroft Fire Department reporting Moser Fire is now 12% contained, burning through 96 acres
UPDATE: Â The Cloudcroft Fire Department is now reporting the Moser Fire is 12% contained, and is now buring through 96 acres. No homes or properties…
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EPISD employee terminated after criminal arrest for alleged ‘obstruction or retaliation’
Update: The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to terminate Castellano. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso…
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EPISD votes down termination of Lundy Elementary School teacher after investigation for alleged testing irregularities
Update: The EPISD Board of Trustees voted not to terminate Schuster EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The future of a Lundy Elementary School teacher will be…
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Crews put out fire at warehouse in El Paso’s Lower Valley
Update: The fire is out. UPDATE 2 Fire at Humble Pl: Fire knocked down. No injuries reported. Investigators en route. Crews checking for hotspots.…
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Staff at Spc. Rafael Hernando III Middle School confiscated a kitchen knife from a student today. The school’s principal…
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‘Slavery’ in Socorro? One of the last surviving participants in a U.S. program for migrant workers speaks out
Originally Published: 21 MAY 24 07:57 ET Updated: 21 MAY 24 11:47 ET By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN (CNN) — Some of Sebastian Corral’s memories…
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Fight at SISD Middle School goes viral on social media
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Video appearing to show a fight between two students at Hurshel Antwine Middle School Monday, is going viral on social…
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El Paso Police Department to present Sociable City Assessment Action Plan
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — City leaders are set to hear a presentation from the El Paso Police Department today regarding the Sociable City Assessment…
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25-year-old woman arrested in deadly hit-and-run in East El Paso
Update: Court documents state that Lopez’s blood alcohol levels were below the legal limit during the crash. Court documents state that Lopez told…
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El Paso Zoological Society agrees to mutual audit of its, Zoo’s finances
Update: The Zoological Society has accepted the City’s offer to conduct a “mutual audit” of both the Zoo’s and the Society’s finances. The City…
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U.S. Border Patrol celebrates 100 years with Centennial Parade in El Paso
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol is marking a century of service with a Centennial Parade in downtown El Paso this weekend on May 25 from…
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