4 virus cases detected at El Paso’s immigrant detention center
EL PASO, Texas — Four people have contracted the coronavirus at the El Paso Processing Center operated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement,…
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Trump, governors spar over virus testing concerns as president remains ‘hopeful’ of aid bill deal
WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump on Monday again criticized governors who’ve said they don’t have enough tests for the new coronavirus to…
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Oil prices plunge below zero, sending stocks to close lower
NEW YORK, NY — Oil futures plunged below zero on Monday, the latest never-before-seen number to come out of the economic coma caused by the…
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New Mexicans will soon get more unemployment money, but some struggle with online system
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Beginning this week, New Mexicans should see an extra $600 in their unemployment checks from the federal government. “This…
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As Texas reopens economy, what will stop Las Cruces residents from traveling to El Paso?
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – As the state of Texas begins to open up its economy during the pandemic, what will stop Las Cruces residents from shopping…
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World Health Organization warns ‘the worst is yet ahead of us’ in virus outbreak
GENEVA, Switzerland — The World Health Organization chief warned Monday that “the worst is yet ahead of us” in the coronavirus outbreak,…
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Blaze brought under control at recycling plant near Montana Vista: See photos, video, satellite image
EL PASO, Texas — A large fire burned for several hours Sunday at a recycling plant on the edge of east El Paso in the Montana Vista and Homestead…
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Man ambushed 3 Texas police officers in his home, killing 1
SAN MARCOS, Texas — A man who killed one Texas police officer and wounded two others before killing himself was wearing body armor and waiting to…
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El Paso hospitals ‘reassigning’ workers amid canceling of non-essential medical services
EL PASO, Texas — Many El Paso hospitals are choosing to reassign their employees instead of laying them off after non-essential medical services…
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Las Cruces physical therapy group thanks, feeds first-responders
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces physical therapy group owner is looking out for essential workers on the front lines of this crisis. “The…
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Thousands of unlabeled bottles of hand sanitizer, face masks seized at border in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — Officers with Customs and Border Protection seized a large number of hand sanitizer bottles and masks at the Bridge of the…
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Essential workers can get drive-thru tested for virus in Las Cruces on Sunday
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Essential workers in Las Cruces can get screened for the coronavirus during a drive-up screening event. The New Mexico…
Continue ReadingWATCH: Teen saxophonist puts on a concert for his grandmothers
Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA (WGCL) — Amid the COVID-19 pandemic a 19-year-old saxophonist, Avery…
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WATCH: Woman plays piano in the rubble of a church destroyed by a tornado
When Tracy Lynn Coats saw a grand piano in the wreckage of a church hit by the Easter Sunday tornado that ripped through Chattanooga, Tennessee, she…
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Caught on video: Groundhog eating pizza becomes Philadelphia sensation
A groundhog chowing down on pizza in Philadelphia couldn’t be more relatable. The rodent was spotted sitting outside Kristin Chalela…
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Socorro mandates face coverings for anyone out in public in the city to stop virus spread
SOCORRO, Texas — Socorro’s mayor has signed an executive order that mandates face coverings, effective Monday, for all people who leave their homes…
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Last in testing, Texas governor tries to be 1st big state to reopen
AUSTIN, Texas — As Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott formulated a plan this week to reopen the world’s 10th largest economy, he had to strike a…
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Funerals during the virus pandemic: Operation Hope helps to honor the dead
EL PASO, Texas — Burying a family member could be one of the hardest things one can do. Burying someone during a pandemic can prove to be even more…
Continue ReadingEl Paso auto dealer gives each employee a $1,000 bonus as it awaits arrival of ‘Paycheck Protection’ loan
EL PASO, Texas — Car dealerships were deemed essential business by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott earlier this month as part of an executive order. While…
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How Las Cruces Public Schools is providing technology to 1 in 5 students who need it
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Before the pandemic, nearly 1 in 5 public school kids in Las Cruces did not have access to the technology they need to…
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New Mexico congresswoman says dairy farmers dumping milk due to restaurant closings
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — As restaurants operate at a fraction of the capacity they normally would, dairy farmers are forced to dump their milk,…
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Coronavirus saliva testing now available through private labs in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — As concerns over the lack of testing grow, Covid-19 saliva test kits are now slowly being administered in El Paso. The Food and…
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70-year-old virus survivor cheered as he leaves hospital in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — A 70-year-old man is the definition of staying strong and he’s sure to put a smile on your face. He just became one of El Paso’s 63…
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Youth soccer team that survived Walmart shooting sends positive message during pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The EP Fusion Girls’ soccer team wants to make people smile during this difficult time. The team published a video on social…
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Texas Gov. Abbott issues orders to re-open some state parks, have retail to-go, but keep schools closed
AUSTIN, Texas — Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday announced initial steps to begin the process of re-opening the Texas economy during the…
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Trump continues pushing to lift virus restrictions, but states say nationwide testing needed
WASHINGTON, DC — Prior to holding his daily task force briefing Friday afternoon, President Trump urged supporters to “liberate” several states,…
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The Nate-ure Report: Sloths and Alligators at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — ABC-7’s Nate Ryan has literally taken us on a wild ride with”The Nate-ure Report,” introducing viewers to the animals of the El…
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Police arrest accused robber caught on camera beating elderly man in central El Paso
UPDATE 5/17/20: A 20-year-old man has been arrested by El Paso police and charged with felony aggravated robbery in the attack. Paul Carmona was…
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What Borderland grocery chains say they’re doing to keep people safe at stores
EL PASO, Texas — Borderland grocery store chains say they are adapting in different ways to the coronavirus pandemic, as well as the need for social…
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Fun at-home static-electricity experiment to do with your kids during coronavirus outbreak from ABC-7 StormTRACK
School closures due to the coronavirus outbreak mean borderland children are about to spend a lot more time at home. That’s challenging on any…
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