11th suspect in Terrance Kinard Capital Murder case now in custody
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has confirmed through online court records that an 11th suspect in a years-old murder case has now been arrested and…
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‘Most Wanted’ sex offender captured in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A man who appeared on the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender list was captured in El Paso this week. Kenneth Wayne Dove Jr.…
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21-year-old woman accused of shooting at arguing couple in East El Paso
Update (February 5, 2024): Police announced the arrest of 21-year-old Kaory Ramos Monday. Police say the SWAT team had to get involved in her arrest…
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RV, building burn in Tornillo fire
Update: The fire chief told ABC-7 the fire consumed six cars. Emergency crews have gotten the flames under control. TORNILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The…
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International play therapy week, using expressive arts for children counseling
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — This week is International Play Therapy Week, professionals are raising awareness to this evidence based training that helps…
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Semi crash on I-10 west near Clint open after hours of being closed
UPDATE: After hours of being closed I-10 west near Clint reopened, Sunday night. According to Texas Department of Transportation, the closure was…
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Oregon St exit from Loop 375 opens with advanced Wrong-Way Driver Detection System
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Traffic in Downtown El Paso is expected to alleviate as Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) officials announced they…
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Las Cruces honors fallen officer with Darian Jarrott Memorial Run
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Sunday morning, Las Cruces residents gathered for the inaugural Darian Jarrott memorial run in downtown Las Cruces.…
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Two year anniversary of De Soto Hotel fire in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sunday, Feb. 4 marks two years since the De Soto Hotel fire in downtown El Paso. Destructive flames left the city’s skyline…
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Las Cruces Martial Arts School fundraising for competition in Japan
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Dojo Guzman Martial Arts in Las Cruces is raising funds to give their students a chance to compete in Japan this…
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Meet ultramarathon-running pup “Gobi” at Las Cruces Public Library
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces Public Libraries will host The New York Times, Sunday Times and international bestselling author Dion…
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Leaders discuss future of the Doña Ana County Crisis Triage Center
UPDATE – Members of the Doña Ana County Board of County Commissioners responded to questions about what the future may hold for the Crisis Triage…
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New Mexico with one of the highest increases in homelessness, report finds
LAS CRUCES, NM (KVIA) — A recent report from the Department of Housing and Urban Development states homelessness in the US has reached an all-time…
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NMSU’s Robert Carpenter suspended for punching Liberty player in the face
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – New Mexico State has suspended forward Robert Carpenter indefinitely for punching a Liberty player in the face during…
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A beloved elote truck was recovered after it was stolen. The owner credits the community for its return.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The owner of a popular group of elote trucks is speaking to ABC-7 after one of his trucks was stolen last Friday. Jesus…
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El Paso prosecutor allegedly involved in hit-and-run
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A prosecutor under DA Bill Hicks allegedly fled the scene of a hit-and-run incident and the DA office says “his behavior…
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El Paso treasure hunt could lead you to $1,000 prize or free smoothies for a year from Tropical Smoothie Cafe
El Paso, TEXAS — A month-long treasure hunt is promising to give you an opportunity to learn about El Paso’s history and culture before you have the…
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President of El Paso Chamber and El Paso’s mayor at odds over “call to action” letter sent to members of the chamber
EL PASO, Texas — The President of the El Paso Chamber sent a letter titled, “”Call to Action: Advocating for Transparency and Opportunity in Local…
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Federal jury sentences El Paso dealer to decade in prison for selling fentanyl
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 56-year-old Gary Everett Rinker will spend the next 130 months in prison after a federal court found him guilty of…
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Texas Supreme Court continues to hear arguments at UTEP; officials give update on possible law schoolÂ
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Officials with the University of Texas at El Paso provided an update on a possible law school in El Paso. This comes as the…
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‘Suspicious package’ cleared, streets near Paisano, US-54 reopen
Update: First responders cleared the “suspicious package” and the streets are reopen. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Emergency crews are closing streets at…
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Car fire on Transmountain West
Update: Emergency crews cleared the scene. Traffic is flowing normally again. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A car fire on Transmountain West is slowing…
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CRRUA flushing systems, claims water is safe to drink
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) says it is working to improve its arsenic treatment facilities in Sunland…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Bracing for Strong Winds as Pacific Storm Approaches
In today’s weather forecast, expect warm and breezy conditions ahead of a Pacific storm set to hit on Friday. The system will bring cooler…
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Doña Ana County leaders help residents find mental healthcare options following Crisis Triage Center closing
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Doña Ana County Crisis Triage Center has closed its doors, leading to questions on where care can be accessed.…
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Former El Paso Police Officer accused of stealing from hit-and-run victim
Update (August 2, 2024): Morales has several settlement conferences scheduled, from September 2024 through March 2025. There are also two jury trial…
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Six people taken to hospital after crash on Horizon Boulevard
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Six people have been taken to the hospital after a crash on Gateway West at Horizon Boulevard. The El Paso County Sheriff’s…
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New Details: Man accused of assaulting neighbors in Northwest El Paso facing 8 charges
Update: New court documents obtained by ABC-7 reveal that Guerrero’s wife told first responders her husband suffered from a mental illness and was…
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El Paso City Councilwoman Cassandra Hernandez preparing to run for mayor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Councilwoman Cassandra Hernandez started the paperwork to join the race to become the city’s next mayor.…
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Fire burns abandoned Socorro house
Update: An abandoned house burned in the fire. No one was injured. HORIZON, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Transportation is warning all…
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