CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Mexican cartels, some of which are considered foreign terrorist organizations by the U.S. government, have operated drones for some time, including daily, according to local drug cartel experts. ABC-7 spoke with former U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Texas and retired El Paso Police Deputy Police Chief Robert Almonte,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- Late Tuesday night, the FAA held flights to and from El Paso which the agency said was done due for security reasons. The hold for El Paso has been lifted as of 7 am Wednesday morning. Multiple leaders throughout the Borderland are reacting, some have provided ABC 7 with the following
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El Paso, TX( KVIA-TV- The United Way of El Paso County announced the return of ENGAGE, their signature event that showcases young talent in the borderland, while providing them the tools needed to grow their careers. ENGAGE will be hosted at the El Paso Convention Center on April 10, 2025 from 10:30AM-5:00PM.The theme for this year’s summit is “Identity, Impact,
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A good amount of sunshine is expected to persist for Wednesday; added clouds for Thursday. Another storm system will hit the area on Friday and exit Saturday morning. I expect to see some rain chances on Friday with gusty winds arriving behind a cold front on Saturday. Gusts will likely hit around 30 mph from
Continue ReadingEL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Homeland Security House Oversight Committee had the chance to interview and question Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons, CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott, and USCIS Director Joseph Edlow today. Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), a member of the DHS House Oversight Committee, asked these DHS leaders about body camera
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UPDATE (FEB. 10)- Dr. Ahsan Choudhuri, the former UTEP professor, has provided the following statement regarding being cleared in the aerospace NSF investigation: “I am grateful that the National Science Foundation’s review has confirmed that there was no wrongdoing on my part. Being wrongly accused and maligned was deeply difficult, but I have always stood
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)- According to U.S. Attorney’s Office District of New Mexico, 59-year-old David De La Paz is facing charges in connection to a drug trafficking organization. According to court documents, beginning in late 2025, the FBI Safe Streets Gang Task Force and the Las Cruces/Dona Ana County Metro Narcotics Agency began investigating
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UPDATE (3:34 PM)- LCPD has confirmed that one person is dead after a shooting that happened around 1 p.m. near the 900 block of west Amador Avenue. Officers responded to a report of a confrontation between two men and when officers arrived they found the 53-year-old man man on the ground with at least one
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso International Airport (ELP) announced Tuesday it will increase rates for its long-term parking starting March 1, 2026. The daily rate for long-term parking will be raised from $7.00 to $9.00 per day, ELP announced. ELP says this rate was approved by El Paso City Council as part of
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“We believe she is still alive. Bring her home,” Savannah Guthrie responded. By Bill Hutchinson February 10, 2026, 11:25 AM @FBIDirectorKash/X FBI Director Kash Patel has released images and video of an “armed individual” in connection with the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie. “[L]aw enforcement has uncovered
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UPDATE (Feb. 10, 2026) — Flix Brewhouse is expanding its footprint in El Paso after acquiring two former Alamo Drafthouse dine in movie theaters, a move that will make the city the first in the nation with three Flix Brewhouse locations. The company announced Tuesday it purchased four Texas theaters from Triple Tap Ventures, including
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Once again slim rain chances remain in our forecast as temperatures trend above average for your afternoon. We are waking up to warmer temps than yesterday in the upper 40s to low 50s. Temps are expected to be above average reaching the upper 60s to low 70s across the region.
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EL PASO, Texas – Since 2022 El Paso Rhinos owner Cory Herman has helped setup the ice for NHL games played not indoors, but outside in the elements. It all started in 2021, the year El Paso was awarded a pre-season NHL game. NHL officials were impressed with how Herman was able to maintain an ice rink at the County Coliseum Events Center
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A quick-moving system will arrive on Tuesday and give us a shot at some light to moderate rainfall. Best rain chances will be between the morning and late afternoon. The system will exit on Tuesday evening. Our temperatures will stay in the low to mid 70’s. Another shot of rain will arrive later Friday and
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From El Paso Children’s Hospital to the Vatican, that was the remarkable journey for Baby Giorgio, a small but mighty child whose story blends medicine, faith and hope. Giorgio was diagnosed with craniosynostosis, a rare condition in which a baby’s skull bones fuse too early. Determined to give their son the best quality of life
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Game Vault El Paso is a hub for Casual Play, Tournaments, and Community. This vibrant gaming center brings together casual players and competitive enthusiasts in one location. Visitors can enjoy a mix of new and old board games alongside organized tournaments that cater to all
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A family rooted in El Paso learned early in their pregnancy that their unborn baby might be brain dead. They were relieved to later find out that their son Aiden Wilson, was instead born with down syndrome. Aiden has become the heartbeat of this family of four giving his older
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UPDATE (February 9, 2026) — El Paso Police have identified the woman killed after she was hit by a car early Sunday morning. EPPD says the driver of a Kia sedan, 20-year-old Harmony McNair, was driving south on Tim Foster St. At the same time, EPPD says 37-year-old Erica Suann Garcia crossed the street and
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UPDATE (February 9, 2026) — Las Cruces police say the man killed by officers was 28-year-old Johnny Ray Morales. LCPD says at around 7:30 a.m., an officer working approved off-duty employment was notified of a bicycle theft. Officials say the officer located Morales and tried to arrest him. LCPD says Morales fired at least one
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new orthopedic surgery residency at Texas Tech Health El Paso will begin July 1, 2026, adding up to 15 residents in El Paso by 2030. The program aims to shorten wait times and deliver faster musculoskeletal care across the Borderplex, including the UMC trauma bays. Three residents will be
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Prom is a special night for many high school students, but the special needs community will have a prom night just for them this week, right before Valentine’s Day — There’s still so much they need right now from donations to volunteers. First off, Night to Shine was started 11 years ago by the Tim Tebow
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing Staff Sergeant Nicole in the Air Force. She just completed five years of service and takes after her father and grandfather, who also served. We thank you for your service. Send
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We start off your work week with temps leaning above average once again. Rain chances also remain apart of our Monday forecast! Temperatures this morning are in the upper 30s Las Cruces, low 40s El Paso. Temps will continue to clim El Paso is expected to reach a high of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso Police continue to investigate a stabbing that killed Chester “Chet” Woodward at the Cincinnati Bar District back on Sept. 18, 2019. Police said that Woodward was waiting for a streetcar to go home after leaving the Rockin’ Cigar Bar about 10 p.m. Police were called out to
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It was a nice day in the Borderland. El Paso saw a high of 69 with a low of 37. Likewise, for the next several days, temps will remain above normal for the next few days with highs in the mid to upper 70s. There will be a slight chance for rain Monday night going
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GUAYMAS, SONORA (MEXICO) – During Mexico President Claudia Scheinbaum’s recent visits to our borderland, she talked about a multi-million dollar highway expansion that’ll better connect El Paso/Ciudad Juarez to Mexico’s Pacific Coast & the Port of Guaymas, Sonora. In another edition of “People, Places & Paul”, ABC-7 anchor Paul Cicala reports from Guaymas, Sonora and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –Today Southwest University Park geared up for its job fair today, aiming to hire staff for the 2026 Chihuahua and El Paso Locomotive games. Today’s fair that took place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the WestStar Club at the ballpark. The event aimed to connect job seekers with a
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A pair of gymnasts from Las Cruces, New Mexico, Mila Noopila and Rylie Barrios drew the attention of college coaches, making their success even more impressive in a region where recruiting opportunities are scarce. Gymnastics is different from most sports, especially when it comes to getting recruited. Bridgette Scholljergedes
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EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA)–A Uganda-based nonprofit is in El Paso this weekend for the African American Heritage Celebration, sharing handcrafted goods that help vulnerable girls return to school and rebuild their lives. Rescue Women Foundation, supports girls and young women who are survivors of sexual abuse, many of whom became pregnant by men who were
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The Borderland will continue to see on and off rain showers this afternoon into the evening hours. The chance of rain will drop off tonight. Tomorrow will be nice, quiet, and dry. Highs in the 60s/70s. There will be a slight chance for rain Monday going into Tuesday. Throughout the week, temps will be well
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