EPISD superintendent, former board president accused of fraud in California lawsuit
SAN DIEGO, California — The superintendent of El Paso’s largest school district and a former school board president have been sued in California…
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El Paso’s contact-tracing effectiveness questioned by county commissioner
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso County Commissioner David Stout is frustrated over what he calls a lack of contact tracing being done by the El Paso…
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22-year-old faces murder charge for northeast El Paso stabbings
UPDATE, Oct. 20: Police on Tuesday announced the filing of a murder charge against a 22-year-old El Paso man who allegedly stabbed several victims,…
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‘There’s not much for people to do’: UTV rider defends group rides in Doña Ana Mountains
DOÑA ANA, New Mexico — A passionate and frequent UTV rider tells ABC-7 his group picks up trash, stays on trail and respects the Doña Ana…
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East El Paso woman dies from injuries in car crash just minutes down the street from her home
UPDATE, Oct. 20: Police said a 50-year-old El Paso woman has died from injuries in a traffic crash that occurred just minutes down the street from…
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When should you get tested for Covid-19? El Paso infectious disease expert has the answer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Testing negative for Covid-19 too soon after exposure to someone infected might not mean you’re virus-free, according to…
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Community Champions: EPCC Philosophy Club recognized for philanthropic work
EL PASO, Texas — Face masks and philosophy. That might not seem like a combo that naturally fits. But for members of El Paso Community College’s…
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1 out of every 3 El Pasoans in hospital has Covid-19; top doctor cites ‘uncontrollable’ spread
EL PASO, Texas — City/County Health Authority Dr. Hector Ocaranza late Monday said the “uncontrollable” spread of Covid-19 in El Paso has led to a…
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Caught on video: Naked man stealing Biden campaign signs on the loose in New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — A naked man dubbed the “birthday suit sign bandit” was caught on camera stealing a Biden/Harris campaign sign from an…
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El Paso among top 10 counties in Texas for 2020 Census response
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso County Commissioners were given some good news on Monday when they heard from the El Paso Census Action Team about the…
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‘I don’t even know how to write a check’: Candidate stays in El Paso race despite bad checks arrest
EL PASO, Texas— Shawn Nixon says he’s been framed. Nixon, a 21-year-old candidate running for El Paso City Council District 4, spoke to ABC-7 on…
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Viral Facebook post shows how a simple act of El Paso kindness can go a long way
EL PASO, Texas — During these challenging times Mara Huerta, an El Paso single mom of two, tries to show her young boys that despite what’s…
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‘There’s hundreds of them’: UTV riders blamed for damaging Doña Ana mountains
DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico — It’s been half a year since northern Doña Ana County residents say they’ve had a good night’s sleep on the weekends.…
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‘Dire situation’: Active El Paso virus cases along with hospital, ICU & ventilator patients all set records
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso’s top doctor said the county faces a “very dire situation right now” as it set all-time highs Monday for active infections…
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Large fire burns at motel on Montana in central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas – A fire broke out early Monday morning at a motel in central El Paso. The fire department said it happened at the Montana Motel,…
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Car flips over after collision at west El Paso intersection
EL PASO, Texas — Two cars collided at a busy west El Paso intersection Sunday night, causing one of the vehicles to flip over onto its top. The…
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El Paso great-grandma celebrates 100th birthday with parade
EL PASO, Texas — An El Paso great-grandmother didn’t let the pandemic stop her centennial birthday party. “She woke up this morning and said, ‘Did I…
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Pelosi outlines 48-hour deadline to pass stimulus bill before election
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi detailed Sunday the deadline she gave the president’s coronavirus relief package…
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Locomotive FC advance to Western Conference Finals with dramatic penalty-kick win over NM United
EL PASO, Texas — Those familiar with the United Soccer Championship had a feeling it would come down to El Paso Locomotive FC and New Mexico United…
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‘Stand with Estela’ Fund to offer free flu shots, mammograms
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso women have the opportunity to get free flue shots and mammograms next week, thanks to Albertsons and the Stand with Estela…
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Army officer who is ex-girlfriend is 2nd arrested in ‘murder’ of Ft. Bliss captain in fiery crash
EL PASO, Texas — A fellow Army officer who is the former girlfriend of a murdered Fort Bliss captain became the second person arrested on charges…
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Borderland Blitz: Week 3 scores & highlights
Eastwood 30 Franklin 26 Austin 66 Bel Air 42 Irvin 56 Hanks 42 Clint 62 Mountain View 0 Cathedral 13 San Elizario 18 Crane 59 Anthony 0 Tornillo 6…
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Months after ABC-7 I-Team probe, complaints about El Paso virus testing delays persist
EL PASO, Texas — ABC-7 viewers say it’s been almost impossible to get a Covid-19 test during one of the worst spikes in Covid-19 cases El Paso has…
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El Paso says Covid-19 enforcement taskforce is hitting the streets to ensure compliance with guidelines
EL PASO, Texas– More than 200 days into the pandemic, city officials believe residents are still not following guidelines aimed at containing the…
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‘Out of control’: El Paso has 838 new virus cases, shattering record for 2nd straight day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The director of the El Paso Department of Public Health declared the coronavirus situation was “out of control” in a…
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‘Don’t judge people’: Homeless Las Cruces man astounds audiences with his art
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces man has produced dozens of masterpieces on the streets. “Just because I’m sitting there dirty and scruffy…
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Caught on camera: Armed robber sought who stole money, cigarettes and candy from central El Paso store
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso police want the public’s help in finding an armed man who robbed a convenience store of cash, candy and cigarettes…
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Las Cruces hotels implementing new occupancy limits as virus cases rise
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — As New Mexico continues to shatter records for new daily virus cases, Las Cruces hotels must implement new occupancy…
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UTEP, Locomotive FC exempt from city restrictions on spectators at sports events
EL PASO, Texas — As part of the revised city restrictions to combat the coronavirus, Mayor Dee Margo has mandated that El Paso sporting events will…
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WATCH: Replay of ABC News town hall with Joe Biden
(Editor’s note: You can watch the ABC News town hall with Joe Biden in its entirety in the video player above.) PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania —…
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