The Nate-ure Report: Giraffes at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas – The “Nate-ure Report” rolls on as ABC-7’s Nate Ryan heads to the African Savannah to meet the world’s tallest living mammal, the…
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Las Cruces Catholic Diocese to let small numbers attend Mass
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The Roman Catholic diocese in Las Cruces has announced it will reopen churches and allow a small number of people to…
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False negative case? El Paso man hospitalized for several days with symptoms tests negative for virus
EL PASO, Texas — David Alvarez had visited a doctor twice about a cough and breathing trouble. He tested negative for the flu, was given medication…
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El Paso nurse joins virus fight by heading to work at NY epicenter
EL PASO, Texas — An El Paso nurse is packing her scrubs and heading to New York to help the fight against Covid-19. Priscilla Fraire has been…
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The Nate-ure Report: Galapagos Tortoises at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — In the latest installment of “The Nate-ure Report”, ABC-7’s Nate Ryan meets Ralph and Mr. Potato Head, the Galapagos tortoises at…
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Virtual prom set for Borderland high school students on Saturday night
EL PASO, Texas — It’s practically a right of passage for a high school senior, and no we aren’t talking about walking across the stage for their…
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Dish network employees in El Paso making face shields for hospital workers at UMC
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Help can often come from unexpected place. Employees at Dish Network’s manufacturing are now making face shields for…
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New Mexico’s governor says no end in sight for emergency restrictions
SANTA FE, New Mexico – There is no end in sight for a public health emergency declared by New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham in response…
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Union wants immediate action by governor after virus death at El Paso Psychiatric Center
EL PASO, Texas — A state workers union on Wednesday called for Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to take immediate action following the apparent…
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YISD students won’t return to class, remote learning ends May 15
EL PASO, Texas — The superintendent of the Ysleta Independent School District announced Wednesday that students and teachers will not return to…
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Trump says U.S. ‘past the peak’; will unveil new virus guidelines
WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump said data indicates the U.S. is “past the peak” of the Covid-19 epidemic, clearing the way for his plans…
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When will you get your stimulus payment? Here’s how to check
WASHINGTON, DC– The Internal Revenue Service started sending out stimulus payments this week — but while 80 million people can expect the money to…
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Pandemic takes toll on those fighting substance abuse: Resources to help
EL PASO, Texas — Uncertainty and fear stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, coupled with the need to shelter-in-place, can take a toll on our…
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El Paso auto dealer offers free car disinfecting for first-responders & healthcare workers
EL PASO, Texas — An El Paso automotive dealer is giving back to those working on the front lines to fight the coronavirus. Viva Auto Group is…
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‘It’s okay to cry’: Las Cruces family celebrates great-grandmother’s 90th birthday through window
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — At 90-years-old, Frances Haussamen has survived the Great Depression, World War II and a century’s worth of both economic…
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EPISD gives updates on distance learning, meals to go and protective equipment
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Independent School District met on Tuesday to discuss several important procedure and policy updates. The Board of…
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Las Cruces furniture store owner upset after state says her business isn’t essential
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The owner of Ashley Furniture Home Store in Las Cruces told ABC-7 she is upset that she has had to close her doors while…
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El Paso City Council members cite virus risk, push for tougher enforcement on call centers
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso City Council members on Tuesday expressed concern that the city’s numerous call center operations are, in the words of…
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El Paso photographer offers free photo shoot to help boost high school seniors spirits
EL PASO, Texas — The Facebook group, “Adopt a High School Senior El Paso” was created as a way to make high school seniors feel important.The…
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With gyms closed, Borderland NFL Draft hopefuls train in streets
EL PASO, Texas — The NFL Draft will still go on as scheduled next week. And for the hopefuls anxious to hear their name called, there is little time…
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Trump announces halt in funds to World Health Organization, $25 billion airline bailout deal
WASHINGTON, DC — President Trump has directed a halt to payments to World Health Organization while the U.S. reviews coronavirus warnings regarding…
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The Nate-ure Report: Sea Lions at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — Coronavirus has kept visitors from entering the El Paso Zoo, but on the inside the zoo’s vast diversity of species still need to be…
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El Paso to start using rapid virus test machine that gives results in minutes
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso’s fire chief said the city has received an Abbott ID rapid testing machine for coronavirus. Fire Chief Mario D’Agostino…
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Police identify 25-year-old man struck, killed by car early Easter Sunday in east El Paso
UPDATE: Police on Tuesday identified the pedestrian killed as 25-year-old Nathan Jaime of El Paso. Authorities did not indicate whether the driver of…
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Humane Society of El Paso heavily impacted by pandemic; animals still being cared for
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The coronavirus pandemic has impacted many organizations that serve our community. One of them: The Humane Society of El…
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Staying Strong: Family puts on parade for breast cancer patient starting chemo therapy
EL PASO, Texas — This past Easter Sunday, one El Paso family decided to surprise their mom with a social-distancing parade. It was all to show their…
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‘Perfect storm’: As gas prices plummet, New Mexico loses millions in oil revenue
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — As New Mexico loses millions of dollars in funding, local leaders are questioning how and why the state grew so reliant on…
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Trump holds grievance-filled briefing claiming ‘total’ authority as president, retreats on firing Fauci
WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump on Monday lashed out at criticism of his handling of the coronavirus crisis during a…
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El Paso City Council extends virus emergency while examining budget shortfall, arena project
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso City Council on Monday extended its emergency precautions ordinance for the coronavirus pandemic through May 17 as it also…
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Texas governor unveils $50M small business loan fund, says reopening economy will be ‘slow process’
AUSTIN, Texas — As much of the Texas economy remains at a standstill to minimize the spread of the coronavirus, Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday…
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