EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two local veterans, David Delgado and Robert Fonseca, joined ABC-7 for a live interview ahead of Veterans Day. Both men were recently recognized with letters of appreciation from Congresswoman Veronica Escobar’s office for their service to the nation. The appearance comes after a special ceremony at Northwest Early College High
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By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Pope Leo XIV has revealed his favorite movies, ahead of a meeting with prominent figures from the film world on Saturday. All four of Leo’s chosen films were released in the 20th century, with the oldest on the list “It’s a Wonderful Life,” which came out in 1946, according
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EL PASO, Texas – The UTEP men’s basketball team was upended by WCC member LMU, 71-58, at the Don Haskins Center Tuesday evening. The Miners (2-1) carried a four-point lead (38-34) into the locker room only to have the Lions (4-0) come out firing on all cylinders after the break. The visitors opened the second
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – The NMSU Aggies are off to a strong start to their basketball season. Tuesday night at the Pan American Center, the Aggies defeated the New Mexico Highlands Cowboys, 74-58. The Aggies improved their record to 2-0. NMSU’s Jemel Jones was the team’s leading scorer with 24 points. The Aggies continue
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EL PASO, Texas – The UTEP women’s basketball team improved to 3-0 on the season and remained unbeaten at home with an 81-56 victory over Western New Mexico on Tuesday morning at the Don Haskins Center.UTEP set a single-game record with 33 offensive rebounds, dominating the glass from start to finish. The Miners also displayed
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It will be getting hotter through this week. Highs will be in the mid and upper 70s with some spots perhaps touching 80. A weak cold front arrives Sunday that will kick up the winds a bit in addition to cooling us down to the upper 60s. Winds gusts on Sunday will be from the
Continue ReadingEL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, the state has reported more than 3,500 cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, so far this year. According to the El Paso Children’s Hospital’s Infection Control Director, José Luis Salas, El Paso has seen over 20 cases so far
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As you drive through Northeast El Paso, it’s hard to miss the massive American flag waving over the Old Glory Memorial, but on Veterans Day, the site becomes much more than a landmark, it transforms into a gathering place to honor and celebrate those who’ve served. Veterans of all ages
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This Veterans Day, El Pasoans are invited to a ceremony that honors the brave service and sacrifice of veterans across the borderland. ABC-7 spoke with Donna Juarez, veteran and the president of Flags Across America who wants the community to come out and thank our veterans. There will be over 40 Rio Grand Honor Flight yellow
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Sheriff deputies are looking for a missing 17-year-old girl. Officials say that Kimberly Fierro has been missing since November 9, 2025. She is described as 5’5″ and 115 pounds with brown eyes and long black hair with red highlights. She has a piercing on her lower lip
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV) – El Paso’s longest-running juried art show is back for a weekend of art, creativity, and community. The Las Artistas Art & Fine Crafts Show returns to Epic Railyard Event Center on November 15 and 16, 2025.
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El Paso, Texas ( KVIA-TV) — The UTEP Dinner Theatre, local producer of Broadway quality musicals, announced that it will open its production of the musical CATS on November 14, 2025. Tickets are available thru the UTEP Dinner Theatre’s website: www.utep.edu/udt For More Information, Please call 747-6060 or visit our website at www.utep.edu/udt
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Happy Veteran’s Day! Expect a beautiful forecast for any outdoor observance today. Temps will start cool but warm to above average and conditions will remain calm. Todays forecast will be similar to yesterday with a cool start and calm conditions. The difference we will see today is temperatures will begin
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Garrison Rippa’s 45-yard field goal gave Jax State the go-ahead lead with 53 seconds remaining in the contest, and the Gamecocks rushed for 275 yards to help defeat UTEP, 30-27, on Saturday afternoon in Sun Bowl Stadium. The Miners had a last chance to get into field goal range to
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) –NM State (3-6, 1-5 CUSA) returned to host Kennesaw State (7-2, 5-0 CUSA) in a Homecoming matchup on Saturday at Aggie Memorial Stadium. With a crowd of 11,473 on hand, the Aggies battled back from a 24-0 deficit to nearly send the game into overtime; however, the Owls would stave
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Gas System held their first community meetings today as they get ready to propose their new rate change for the state. The utility is proposing to merge their service areas across Texas, creating one singular statewide rate. Doing that would result in 27% increase for El Paso residential
Continue ReadingBy Sarah Ferris, Morgan Rimmer, CNN (CNN) — A small band of Senate Democrats voted with Republicans on Monday night to approve a funding measure to reopen the federal government — without securing their party’s demand to guarantee an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, which help millions of Americans afford insurance. The funding
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Temps will be a bit chilly overnight again with lows in the 30s and 40s. A lot of sunshine through the week with highs in the mid and upper 70s. A cold front arrives Saturday morning with gusty winds at about 35 mph, with rain chances. There will be a 50% of rain developing during
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Two separate attacks on Border Patrol between Juárez and El Paso are being investigated by multiple agencies on both sides of the border. Last week, reports of gunfire along the Rio Grande prompted various local, state, and federal agencies to search for suspects and evidence in Juárez. A 911 emergency call
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Matteo’s Authentic Mexican Food is ceasing operations at all four locations. The regional restaurant chain had a location in West El Paso, two locations in Las Cruces, and one location in Alamogordo. “Despite our best efforts over the past few years to adapt and sustain the business, the rising cost
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The first community meeting to discuss the proposed 27% gas bill increase is happening Monday. El Paso City Council, along with the Texas Gas Service, is hosting a series of community meetings about a proposed gas rate increase. The proposed increase will raise bills by more than 27%, according to
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Update (11:30 AM): El Paso Police officials say that the pedestrian hit while walking near Santa Fe and Paisano this morning has died. The 58-year-old man, who has not yet been publicly identified, was not crossing at a crosswalk when he was hit by a truck traveling north on Santa Fe. Traffic Investigators say the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Travelers at El Paso International Airport are facing both flight delays and cancellations as airlines nationwide adjust schedules under new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) directives tied to the ongoing government shutdown and air traffic control staffing shortages. Hundreds of flights have been affected across the country through midweek. Here’s what
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Downtown El Paso has seen a lot of changes in recent history. From the tearing down of City Hall to building up of Southwest University Park in its place, and major real estate investments and renovations to reversals of plans for the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Center at the
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Update (11:14 AM): El Paso Fire Department officials say that two people were injured in the stabbing. Both people were seriously injured. One of the patients was airlifted to a local hospital, while the other was taken by ambulance. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police officers responded to a stabbing in the Northeast
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Manuel Valenzuela, the man charged for his role in a scheme to smuggle children into the U.S. by giving them THC-laced candy, pleaded guilty in federal court. Court documents state that Valenzuela and his co-defendants illegally brought children ages five and 13 into the U.S. from Juarez. Court documents state
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ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today, we are recognizing Dog Cisneros Jr., who served in the Korean War. We thank you for your service. You can send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or who once
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City of El Paso officials say warehouse development continues to expand, particularly on the East Side, driven by border trade and manufacturing. Roberto Tinajero, Director of International Bridges, and Karina Brasgala, Director of International and Economic Development, joined ABC-7’s noon newscast to discuss El Paso’s continued growth and expanding warehouse
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Rockabilly Kustom Kar Show revved up the Borderland this weekend, drawing a large crowd to downtown El Paso. The nonprofit event featured more than 300 classic and custom cars, live music, food trucks, and a career fair — all while supporting community engagement and youth outreach. Organizers say the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are waking up to near-freezing temps this morning. Temperatures will stay cool trending below average to start of the work week. The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert for this mornings near freezing temps. The following weather alert is in effect for portions of Las Cruces and
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