EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Biggs Park within Fort Bliss hosted “Pop Goes the Fort” through partnership between its Morale, Welfare, and Recreation division and Destination El Paso to begin a week of events across the city to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. Gates opened at 4 p.m. Saturday, free to the public with stations
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The 19th annual Pride Parade took place in downtown, featuring floats, performers, and marchers from East Mills to Houston Park. The parade was followed by a family-friendly picnic at Houston Park, with free music, food, non-alcoholic drinks, and drag performances. The event was hosted by Sun City Pride, the largest recognized
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TEHRAN, Iran (KVIA)– The U.S. military said in an X post that it’s struck multiple targets in Iran at the President’s direction. The post said that Iran had not honored the ceasefire, and that quote: “CENTCOM forces launched strikes today in direct response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping. U.S. military aircraft targeted Iranian
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Originally Published: 27 JUN 26 08:08 ET Updated: 27 JUN 26 08:37 ET By Sophie Tanno, Kevin Liptak, Zachary Cohen, CNN (CNN) — Iran said it has struck US military targets in the Middle East region in response to US strikes around the Strait of Hormuz as tensions over the key waterway strain a peace
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is tracking elevated fire weather concerns across the Borderland this weekend as hot, dry, and breezy conditions continue. The National Weather Service says west to southwest winds will increase this afternoon, with sustained winds between 15 and 25 mph and gusts up to 35 mph, especially across southern New
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Deputies with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office are at a crash in far East El Paso. The eastbound lanes of Montana Ave. and Vista Del Este are closed while deputies clear the debris. Drivers are asked to see alternate route until the road reopens to traffic. Expect delays. No
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After months of built up discussion and debate, the Texas State Board of Education has approved a new proposal that will establish lists of required reading, including Bible verses alongside classic books, for its K-12 English and literature curriculum.The new proposal, which will slowly be enacted starting in the 2030-31 school year, will impact more
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Southwest University unveiled a new concept in El Paso. The SU Lounge is a premium space for students to use as a sanctuary and a place to focus. “To have a new home for our students, the concept came from seeing the needs as our community grows, and as El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Deanna Ortiz said her 11-year old son Luke was dropped off an hour walking distance from where he was supposed to be. She said he was dropped off near Sandoval Apartments, when he was supposed to get off the bus at Braden Aboud Memorial Park. When Ortiz reached out to the
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening. At least 920 people were killed and more than 3,300 were injured as a pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, officials said on Friday. The two quakes — a 7.2 magnitude one followed just seconds later by a 7.5 — struck the coast of Venezuela, knocking
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BySynai Ferrell and Mason Leib June 26, 2026, 4:58 PM The Texas State Board of Education has voted to make Bible passages required reading in public schools. The education board, which is controlled by Republicans, voted to pass a new required reading list on Friday by a vote of 9-5-1. The list for required literature includes sections of
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Most drivers do not mean to harm anyone, but last year, impaired driving led to 1,254 deaths on Texas roads. In 2025, El Paso saw 14,724 traffic crashes, which caused 54 deaths and 248 serious injuries, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. That same year, El Paso had 501 DUI-related
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EL PASO, Texas – UTEP celebrated its eagerly-awaited July 1 move to the Mountain West Conference today at a special event announcing what fans can expect in this new era. At the event, UTEP President Heather Wilson addressed Miner supporters, sharing the biggest news: Paul Foster and Alejandra de la Vega-Foster have pledged $2.5 million
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Meta will be hiring a community development regional manager for El Paso, according to a Meta official. According to Meta, that manager would represent Meta in the community and work directly with the community on ways they can partner together. Meta did not release an official statement, but previously a
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BySynai Ferrell and Mason Leib June 26, 2026, 1:46 PM The Texas State Board of Education has voted to make Bible passages required reading in public schools. The board, which is controlled by Republicans, voted to pass a new required reading list on Friday by a vote of 9-5-1. The list includes sections of the Book of
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El Paso Community College is hosting their first and one-of-a-kind event “America 250: Red, White and Brew,” blending food, brewing with some friendly competition. The event will feature eight student-created beers developed with the help of local breweries, along with eight specialty brews from the participating breweries. Attendees will also enjoy food pairings prepared by culinary
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening. At least 589 people were killed and more than 2,900 were injured as a pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, officials said on Friday. The two quakes — a 7.2 magnitude one followed just seconds later by a 7.5 — struck the coast of Venezuela, knocking
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Prosecutors alleged Jonathan Rinderknecht wanted “revenge” against society. The judge declared a mistrial Friday in the federal trial of the man accused of starting the deadly blaze that devastated the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles last year, with the jury unable to reach a verdict. Jonathan Rinderknecht was accused of “maliciously” starting a fire
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Bolton had faced 18 counts of unlawful transmission of defense information. ByAlexander Mallin, Pierre Thomas, Beatrice Peterson, and Katherine Faulders President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty Friday to one count of illegal retention of national security information. Bolton entered his plea to the single felony count in federal court in Greenbelt, Maryland, before U.S. District
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The El Paso Police Department is now taking applications for the 144th Police Academy class. The deadline to apply is August 25. You can apply for the paid, 8.5-month Police Trainee program or join the free, multi-week Citizen Police Academy for community members. https://www.joineppd.com/academy
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Some Borderland businesses continue to experience a boom amid the ongoing World Cup. Many soccer fans have been on the hunt for soccer jerseys representing their favorite team. ABC-7 spoke with VI Sports in Downtown El Paso, a sporting goods and sportswear store in the heart of the city. An
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LOS ANGELES, California – It was a special moment for two El Paso soccer players Thursday night in Los Angeles, CA. It was the final match for Team USA in Group D play against Turkey. The U.S. had already clinched first place in the group, so several starters for the U.S. did not play in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After a large turnout during Mexico’s match against South Korea, the City of El Paso is hosting another free watch party for the FIFA World Cup in Downtown El Paso. Thursday, fans have the opportunity to watch Team USA’s final group stage game against Turkey. Thursday’s watch party will take
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump Administration on Thursday to limit asylum policies in the country. International ports of entry won’t be considered pathways for migrants to apply for asylum. The justices voted 6-3 to overturn a lower court order blocking a practice that limited the
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Editor’s Note: The original story said the Welcome Center will cease operations Aug. 1. It has been updated to say it will shut down Aug. 31. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso City Council voted against allocating one-time funding of $430,000 from American Rescue Plan Act investment interest revenue. As a result, the Welcome Center
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — District 7 City Representative Lily Limón voiced her opposition this week to 15.2% pay raises for Mayor Renard Johnson and fellow council members during a special city council meeting. During a budget meeting on Tuesday, Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Robert Cortinas said the salary increases would raise
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After two years of anticipation, the University of Texas at El Paso will embark on a new sports area in the Mountain West Conference. The UTEP Miners will start with the MW July 1, and for Athletic Director Jim Senter, it’s been quite the journey. Senter started at UTEP in
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(KVIA) — Wednesday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced new rules on how the agency processes low-value shipments at the country’s borders. New regulations suspend duty-free de minimis treatment for imports valued at $800 or less, according to CBP. Right now, it said all shipments valued at $2,500 or less are subject to applicable duties
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A house caught fire in the Segundo Barrio neighborhood Thursday, according to the El Paso Fire Department. Firefighters knew about the fire at 2:45 p.m. Thirteen fire department units helped, according to EPFD. They controlled the fire within 25 minutes. It happened at a house on S Ochoa Street between
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