City of El Paso takes preliminary steps to expand the Ysleta-Zaragoza Bridge
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso’s International Bridges and the Capital Improvement Departments are moving forward with the…
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Otero County Commissioners renew ICE detention center contract, Immigrant Safety Act to take effect in May
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — Otero County Commissioners held an emergency meeting last Friday to discuss the future of the ICE detention center…
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Migrant advocacy groups warn of scammers targeting detainees in federal custody and their families
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Estrella del Paso, a local migrant advocacy center that offers legal services to them and their families, just issued a…
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County of El Paso raising concerns over proposed ICE detention center in Socorro
UPDATE– ICE responded to ABC-7’s request from Tuesday, a spokesperson said the department does comply with the National Environmental Policy:…
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Political expert speaks on primary election results in Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Last night’s primary election results will now lead to several Republican and Democratic seats going to runoff elections on…
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Retired U.S. Border Patrol Chief in El Paso says counter drone system will aid border area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Chris Clem is a former U.S. Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent and a former Deputy Chief Patrol Agent in the El Paso Sector;…
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Some maquiladoras and industries in Juárez at risk of relocating due to tariff impact
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Last Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the vast majority of tariffs imposed by President Trump since the…
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Borderland residents stranded in Jalisco amid violence in Mexico last weekend
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Several residents of Juárez and El Paso have reported and posted on social media that they were in the Mexican…
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Wildlife advocates concerned with border wall construction effects
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) – Construction projects along the U.S.-Mexico border continue, and wildlife experts and biologists raise concerns…
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Strong winds in the Borderland knocked down “Doppler” Dave’s trees
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — With today’s peak wind gusts reaching 66 mph (106 km/h), numerous downed trees have been reported, including a metal…
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Mexican federal judge orders release of Juárez crematorium owner, where nearly 400 bodies were found
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A Mexican federal judge ordered the immediate release over the weekend of José Luis A.C., the former owner of the…
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Despite Cancer, Fort Bliss Ranger Motivates Others with Message of Empowerment
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – Sergeant Major Janina Simmons says she was never really a big dreamer. ” I didn’t take anything seriously, I was very go…
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Borderland business leaders propose new binational tram to connect El Paso and Juárez airports
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Northern Economic Development Civil Association in Juárez (DENAC, Desarrollo Económico del Norte A.C.) is a…
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El Paso drug cartel expert says Mexican cartels have operated drones on the border for years
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Mexican cartels, some of which are considered foreign terrorist organizations by the U.S. government, have…
Continue ReadingRep. Tony Gonzales questions DHS leaders; House Committee denied Rep. Escobar’s request to question them
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Homeland Security House Oversight Committee had the chance to interview and question Acting ICE Director…
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ABC-7 Listens: Super Highway from Juarez to Coast & impacts on borderland exports & tourism
GUAYMAS, SONORA (MEXICO) – During Mexico President Claudia Scheinbaum’s recent visits to our borderland, she talked about a multi-million dollar…
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City honors CFC impact
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has officially proclaimed February 3 as Combat Fighting Championship Community Impact Day, recognizing…
Continue Reading County docs: Homeland Security purchases $122 million land in Socorro, City of Socorro responds
UPDATE (5:00 p.m.) — The City of Socorro says it’s going to have a Special City Council meeting on Wednesday, February 11th at 6 p.m. at Socorro…
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El Paso City Council approves taking action on ICE Detention Centers
UPDATE (3:23 PM)- The El Paso City Council unanimously approved Item 34, which directs the City Manager and City Attorney to review the City of El…
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County of El Paso to discuss legal rights and responsibilities of ICE detention centers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County is discussing its legal rights and responsibilities regarding ICE detention centers within county limits…
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Krystall Poppin marks milestone moment in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Krystall Poppin continues to build momentum in her hometown and beyond, celebrating a series of major milestones as her…
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Stephanie Han stays undefeated world champion
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –El Paso’s Stephanie Han has successfully defended her world boxing title, remaining undefeated after her latest victory.…
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Las Cruces Vet celebrates 110th birthday: Tusgegee Airman & birthday on X-MAS
LAS CRUCES, NM (KVIA) – What better way to pay tribute to a WW2 Veteran, than to celebrate his birthday as well? We’re talking about a former…
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KVIA reports from Agua Prieta, Mexico on Christmas surprise for kids in rough barrio
Agua Prieta, Sonora -Mexico- (KVIA): A group of coaches & volunteers continue to give back to the borderland … especially during the…
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ABC-7 Listens: Report on El Pasoan’s pilgrimage to Basilica de Guadalupe
MEXICO CITY – (KVIA) – We had a number of people e-mail and post on social media in reaction to ABC-7 Anchor Paul Cicala’s report from Mexico City…
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Mexican industry, maquiladora leaders ask Environmental Commission to keep commercial traffic at Bridge of the Americas
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua / EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Mexican National Association of Importers and Exporters (ANIERM) sent a letter/complaint to…
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Cargo and business leaders in Juárez say another farmers’ strike could further disrupt border trade
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Mexican farmers and agricultural workers south of the border protested across the country and in Chihuahua…
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New Texas law restricts transgender bathroom use in public areas tomorrow
EL PASO TX (KVIA)-A new Texas law taking effect Thursday will require people to use bathrooms in public buildings based on the sex listed on their…
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ABC-7 Listens: Historian Leon Metz & hopes of EP Library being named after him
EL PASO (KVIA) — The topic of this week’s ABC-7 Listens deals with reaction to the story that KVIA Anchor Paul Cicala did on the legacy of El Paso…
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UTEP head football coach Scotty Walden to take part in TNA Wrestling show in December
EL PASO, Texas – UTEP head football coach Scotty Walden will be stepping into a wrestling ring in December. TNA Wrestling confirmed Walden will be a…
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