How to create Easter baskets on a budget
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– You don’t have to break the bank to create cute Easter baskets. Today I took a trip to Dollar Tree and created 4 baskets for…
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800,000 gallons of wastewater spill in Lower Valley
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Roberto Bustamante Wastewater Treatment Plant experienced a wastewater main break last night. The plant is located at…
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2 Marines killed in military crash near Santa Teresa were from California
Update (May 21, 2025): New documents tied to the investigation obtained by ABC-7 reveal that the crash happened when the army vehicle Aguilera and…
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UTEP Athletics to Discontinue Women’s Tennis Program
EL PASO, Texas – The UTEP women’s tennis program is being discontinued effective immediately, Vice President and Director of Athletics Jim…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Has the breezy forecast changed your Easter plans?
Easter Sunday in the Borderland is going to be breezy. The forecast is predicting winds from 20 to 30 mph. Is the forecast impacting your holiday…
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Good Friday observers hike up Mt. Cristo Rey for annual pilgrimage
People not just in El Paso, but from near and farther regions come to Mt. Cristo Rey in the borderland to observe Good Friday. Christians and…
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Good Vibes Only: Rising athlete inspires fellow students, teacher
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–14-year-old Daniel Carmona-Pinheiro is known for his competitive spirit. The eighth grader at SSG Manuel R. Puentes Middle…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Windy, dusty Friday, fire risk
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the winds, dust, and fire risk expected in our region today. Weather alerts have…
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Watch: Hospital teams up with El Paso food bank
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The Hospitals of Providence in partnership with El Pasoans Fighting Hunger announced they will be holding…
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4 injured, 1 man dead after multi-vehicle crash
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – New Mexico State Police say Cesar Jimenez, 42, died after a three vehicle crash on I-10 near milepost 93. The crash…
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ABC-7 Xtra: Investigation finds evidence of hazing in Franklin High School football program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An ABC-7 investigation has uncovered what’s being described in an investigative report as “inappropriate physical…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you ready for the REAL ID deadline?
A hard deadline for getting a REAL ID has arrived after years of delays. Starting next month, people without a REAL ID-compliant form of…
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Woman shows up at hospital with gunshot wound; person arrested in Canutillo
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A spokesperson for the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that a woman arrived at the Hospitals of Providence…
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Dust storm, fatal crash on I-10 near Deming
Update: New Mexico State Police officials say officers responded to the crash at 1:09 PM. DEMING, New Mexico (KVIA) — A crash killed one person and…
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Deputies arrest man accused of running illegal bingo operation on Facebook
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Constable deputies arrested David King Paiz, 31, today. Officials accuse Paiz of running an illegal bingo operation…
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Traffic stop causes HOLD protocol at El Paso High School
Update (3:42 PM): El Paso Police Department officials say that officers attempted a traffic stop at the 900 block of East California Avenue. Three…
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5 more cases of measles confirmed in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Additional cases of the measles are confirmed the City of El Paso Department of Health. Five new cases including three…
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Man caught on camera torching car in West El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Managers of the Sierra Del Sol Homeowners’ Association in West El Paso are seeking help identifying the person shown of…
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Measles cases rising in the state of Chihuahua
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The state of Chihuahua’s health department released its latest confirmed measles cases, which are 417 and 17 new cases…
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What to consider if you’re filing your taxes past the April 15 deadline
If you do owe money, financial experts suggest that you take immediate action, and late filing penalties can be…
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El Paso events: Easter events, UTEP student art showcase, Hike-A-Thon
by El Paso Matters Staff April 16, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. Here’s a…
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What you need to know about the guilty plea and sentencing of the Walmart mass shooter
by Robert Moore, El Paso MattersApril 17, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The North…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Strong winds, dust, and fire risk expected today
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for our next wind event which will arrive today and impact your Thursday, Friday, and…
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Officials: 1 person dead after Northeast El Paso shooting
UPDATE: El Paso Police confirm one man was found dead at scene of a shooting on the 4000 block of Leavell Ave. Judy Oviedo, El Paso PD’s public…
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Texas House taking up voucher vote
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The Texas House is expected to vote today on a bill (Senate Bill 2) to create a $1 billion private school voucher program. It…
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City starts buying land to expand Convention Center
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has started the process of expanding the El Paso Convention Center. It has bought two properties in the…
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Leonardo DiCaprio movie shot in El Paso gets release date
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One Battle After Another, a movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio that was partially shot in El Paso, now has an official…
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Columbine survivor speaks to students
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Dr. Joshua Hevert, history professor at El Paso Community College and Columbine Survivor will hold a discussion about…
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El Pasoan charged with abusing Boxer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police arrested Emilio Adrian Hernandez, 26, for allegedly abusing a Boxer named Goose. Officers arrested Hernandez…
Continue Reading REAL ID deadline looms for domestic flyers
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Travelers have missed the deadline to get a REAL ID ahead of a May 7 change to flying regulations. However, the sooner people…
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