Trump says he’s taking unproven malaria drug in case he gets virus
WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump said Monday that he is taking a malaria drug to lessen symptoms should he get the coronavirus, even though…
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‘This does not define us’: Las Cruces mariachi teen who survived 25 surgeries has message for class of 2020
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — For the past eighteen years of his life, Oñate High Senior Greg Rocha has been enamored by mariachi music. “Very…
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No ‘Shock’ at all: Special bond connects NBA champ Fred Van Vleet and NMSU’s Chris Jans
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — NBA All-Star Pascal Siakam isn’t the only Toronto Raptor with ties to the New Mexico State University basketball program,…
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Governor doesn’t respond to El Paso County judge’s request for a halt to reopening
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego on Sunday night said Texas Gov. Greg Abbott still had not responded to his request made a…
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Loretto Academy seniors surprised in their pajamas on morning of would-be graduation
EL PASO, Texas — It was a warm morning as Loretto Academy administrators put together a special surprise for all the senior girls after graduation…
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Fuller trash bins, longer days for El Paso garbage collectors, unsung heroes during pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — As the pandemic ensues, essential service workers continue serving the Borderland. Garbage collection, in particular, is one area…
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New Mexico hit with infestation of moths after hibernation
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — An infestation of moths has hit the state of New Mexico amid an ideal climate for the invading bugs. Thousands of moths…
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11 firefighters hurt in explosion, fire at Los Angeles hash oil plant
LOS ANGELES, California — An explosion Saturday evening at a hash oil manufacturer in downtown Los Angeles injured 11 firefighters who had gone…
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NMSU, Las Cruces high grads get drive-thru ‘pomp and circumstance’ performance
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Hundreds of New Mexico State University students crossed the virtual stage during the 2020 spring commencement ceremony on…
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Police search for pickup driver involved in Dona Ana County deadly hit-and-run
VADO, New Mexico — New Mexico State Police said Saturday that they were looking for the driver of a pickup truck involved in a deadly hit-and-run…
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New Mexico churches reopening at 25% for services
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — As New Mexico begins to reopen, almost all churches can now operate at 25 percent capacity. That means parishes can resume…
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WATCH: F-16 jets fly over southern New Mexico to pay tribute to essential workers
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico — A formation of U.S. Air Force jets on Friday evening conducted a flyover in southern New Mexico to show appreciation for…
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New Mexico governor warns virus cases still ‘too high’; 11 new Doña Ana County infections
SANTA FE, New Mexico — Cases of coronavirus are still “too high” in New Mexico, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said during a Friday afternoon news…
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U.S. House passes $3 trillion virus economic aid bill
WASHINGTON, DC — Democrats powered a massive $3 trillion coronavirus relief bill through U.S. House passage Friday evening on a vote of 208 to 199,…
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Infections, deaths soar in Juarez as Mexico moves toward restarting economy
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — As Mexico moves toward a gradual reactivation of its economy Monday, the number of new coronavirus infections and deaths in…
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El Paso couple that recovered from virus have message for other survivors: Please donate plasma
(Editor’s note: For more information how to donate plasma, please click here.) EL PASO, Texas — The virus that has crippled the U.S. economy and…
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‘Dramatic spike’: More virus deaths, 151 new cases in El Paso on Texas’ deadliest day
EL PASO, Texas — Texas saw its deadliest day of the coronavirus pandemic so far, with state officials reporting 58 deaths during a time span…
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‘Disease Detectives’: How investigators work behind-the-scenes to track the virus
EL PASO, Texas — The fight against Covid-19 has sent healthcare workers into battle against an enemy they cannot see. Fernando Gonzalez’s job is to…
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El Paso County working with school districts to expand virus testing
EL PASO, Texas — As the battle over Covid-19 continues in the Borderland the need for more testing continues to be a talking point. Recently, the…
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UTEP sets spring commencement ceremony for Sun Bowl on Sept. 12, prepares for fall semester
EL PASO, Texas — UTEP’s spring 2020 commencement ceremony, which would’ve been be held this weekend if not for postponement due to the virus…
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Las Cruces business owners who must stay closed are ‘disappointed’ with governor’s decision
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Beginning Friday, the Land of Enchantment moves towards the “slight reopening” of the state. Businesses like retail, call…
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‘World-class’ conductor to perform for graduating seniors outside Las Cruces restaurant
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — With New Mexico State University students graduating virtually on Saturday and high school seniors graduating next week, a…
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‘This is the busiest we have been’: Weekly check-in with UMC’s Dr. Jose Burgos
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In an effort to deliver the most comprehensive coronavirus coverage, ABC-7 has started a weekly feature where we ask Dr.…
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Police say Las Cruces shop owner, ex-paratrooper was shot dead by intruder during burglary
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Investigators now believe the weekend shooting death of a beloved local shoe repair businessman was a result of an…
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El Paso’s singing doctor has an important musical message to share about the virus
EL PASO, Texas — By day, Dr. Bruce Applebaum is a trauma surgeon at Providence Hospital in El Paso. But in his spare time, he can be found at…
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Ousted vaccine expert tells Congress that U.S. has no master virus plan
WASHINGTON, DC — Whistleblower Rick Bright warned on Thursday that the U.S. lacks a plan to produce and fairly distribute a coronavirus vaccine…
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ABC-7 signs on as ‘Official Home of the UTEP Miners’
EL PASO, Texas – KVIA-TV ABC-7 is now the “Official Home of the UTEP Miners” after entering into a multi-year agreement with UTEP…
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New Mexico’s governor unveils ‘slight reopening’ and face mask requirement, but is wary of surge
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico is giving the green light for some non-essential businesses and services, including retailers, to reopen come…
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Gadsden schools create mobile hotspot buses to bring internet to students
CHAMBERINO, New Mexico — Living in rural areas around the Borderland can present problems for students. Especially when the only way to go to…
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‘Horrible nightmare’: El Paso family of 4 infected with virus, father loses the fight
EL PASO, Texas — It’s been a long couple of weeks for Ana Gonzalez Guzman and her family, culminating with her husband Eddie losing his fight…
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