A violent digital group known by the name of “764” has been grooming, manipulating, and exploiting youth across Texas. What you need to know about the violent group and how to keep your children safe.
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This month is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence in El Paso has noticed a newer kind of dating violence in the youth — digital violence. Teen dating violence can be physical, verbal, emotional or financial. But, teens as young as middle schoolers are using their phones as
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UPDATE (5:18 a.m.) — King Charles III said he learned “with the deepest concern” of the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, his younger brother. “I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office,” the King said in a statement. “Let me state clearly: the law must
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–After months of discussion, the El Paso City Council has voted 5-3 to develop best-practice guidelines for future data centers that may come to El Paso. The decision comes as construction plans move forward for a new Meta data center in northeast El Paso. While that project is already approved, city leaders
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UPDATE (11:18 AM)- The Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office says that the department will provide an update on the shooting that happened Tuesday evening in the Tortugas area. They say that the update will be on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 10 a.m. and the community can watch live on Youtube with the link below. www.youtube.com/@DoñaAnaCountyGovernment
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Fourth Annual El Paso Strong Fashion Show will take place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at San Jacinto Plaza, bringing together the region’s most talented creatives, designers, vendors, and performers for an unforgettable evening celebrating local artistry and community pride. This year’s show
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-EPWater and the TecH2O Learning Center are excited to highlight the utility’s Engineering Department with the signature event, DiscoverE: Transform Your Future, marking the start of National Engineers Week. The free family event will celebrate engineers and engage students and their families on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Children’s Grief Center of El Paso will celebrate the grand opening of its new permanent home, Braden’s Home of Hope, on Tuesday, February 25, 2026, from 10:30a.m. to 12:00p.m. at 2616 Montana Avenue, El Paso, TX 79903. This milestone marks a significant moment for the El Paso region, as
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for your Wednesday once again for wind gusts and dusty conditions. The National Weather Service has issued some weather alerts ahead of todays winds: High Wind Warning in effect from February 18, 11:00 AM MST until February 18, 08:00 PM MST Red Flag
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The wind caused damages throughout the Borderland, including ripping a roof off a home in Las Cruces. Jasper McClure had only been living in the home for a week before hearing the wind tear off his roof and air conditioner. “All of a sudden it just started really blowing,
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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 roof ripped off. The front yard of ABC-7’s chief meteorologist, “Doppler” Dave Speelman, bore the brunt of today’s strong winds: two large trees were uprooted, and part of his yard fence
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A 28-year-old man who fired on officers during a Feb. 8 shoplifting call had a lengthy criminal history and was out on bond at the time of the shooting, according to Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story. During a Tuesday morning news conference at Las Cruces City Hall, Story
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KVIA- Damage caused by the high winds are being reported across the Borderland and areas around Las Cruces. These are some of the images/videos being shared by ABC 7 crews and viewers.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Museum of History is already preparing for their upcoming lunar new year celebration for the Year of the Horse. “It’s more of a free spirited kind of, um, aura for the Year of the Horse,” said Erica Marin, the director of the El Paso Museum of History.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- El Paso Water has announced Tuesday that there will be a temporary water shut-off in Northeast El Paso on Thursday, February 19. The outage is planned to happen from 10 am to about 4 pm and EP Water says the outage will impact an estimated 300 homes and businesses near McCombs
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert as we awaiting strong wind gust and blowing dust and sand. This is the first of four consecutive windy weather days this week. The National Weather Service has issued weather alerts for this windy week for El Paso and Doña Ana County: Wind
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Opening night of the UIL playoffs brought big wins for the Borderland, with five El Paso girls teams punching their tickets to the area round on Monday. FINAL SCORES: Class 6A, Division 1 Franklin 45 Odessa Permian 36 Eastlake 27 Midland Legacy 26 Class 6A, Division 2 Eastwood 61 Frenship
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UPDATE (7:15 a.m.) — All lanes reopened, according to TxDOT. UPDATE (6:33 a.m.) — A second person has been sent to the hospital with serious injuries, according to EPPD. Police said two cars crashed. UPDATE (4:48 a.m.) — One person has been transported to the hospital with serious injuries, according to the El Paso Fire
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By Gordon Ebanks, CNN (CNN) — As state legislatures around the country meet to solidify their budgets for the year ahead, the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and an uncertain economic future are pushing states to take a hard look at their finances. Fourteen states are facing budget deficits for the next
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In his third year at LSU, New Mexico’s Steven Milam is pursuing another national title while emerging as a top 2026 MLB Draft prospect. Milam made a name for himself during his freshman year, earning the start in all 68 games at shortstop and helping his team to a national
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El PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The City of El Paso Council announced Monday that the City Attorney has been authorized to file a motion for rehearing with the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC). ABC 7 reported earlier this month that the RRC approved the Texas Gas Service’s request to increase rates. With the increase officials say
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A Mexican federal judge ordered the immediate release over the weekend of José Luis A.C., the former owner of the infamous “Crematorio Plenitud,” where approximately 386 bodies were found in Juárez last year. Judge Luis Eduardo Rivas of the Seventh District Court granted an injunction to the crematorium owner, a decision
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Duvall won an Oscar for 1981’s “Tender Mercies.” By Christopher Watson February 16, 2026, 11:12 AM Robert Duvall Reflects on 50-Year CareerThe legendary actor discusses his most famous roles and the new court drama, “The Judge.” Jeff Vespa/Getty Images, FILE Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor known for roles in some of American cinema’s greatest
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For all the art enthusiasts, the El Paso Museum of Art opened up new exhibits for their grand reopening on Feb. 14. “Frida Kahlo — Sus Fotos” is a traveling exhibit from Museo Frida Kahlo in Mexico City, and is now here in El Paso, but not for a long time. ABC-7 got a preview of the
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