EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A massive water main break in January left approximately 100,000 people across Northeast and Central El Paso without water or experiencing low water pressure for four to five days. The outage impacted 38,000 El Paso Water customers and resulted in repair costs of $877,000, which were covered through the utility’s
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The Borderland is heading into a warmer and mostly drier weather pattern over the next few days as high pressure builds across the Desert Southwest. By Friday and Saturday, storm chances will become more limited across the lowlands, with most of the activity favoring the area mountains. The biggest story will be the heat, as
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EL PASO, Texas – The UTEP Miners are preparing for Saturday’s home opener against the Texas Southern Tigers. UTEP head coach Scotty Walden spoke with ABC-7 about the team’s preparation as they look to pick up their first win of the season.
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UPDATE: Congresswoman Veronica Escobar toured Camp East Montana Thursday morning to find out about the reported confrontations between detainees and facility staff. Escobar said ICE blamed a group of Venezuelans for starting those exchanges that led to the assault of staff and what ICE is describing as a riot. Escobar said several people were taken
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ALAMOGORDO, N.M. — The Flickinger Center for the Performing Arts will host the first Caliente Fest on Saturday, Sept. 12, featuring live music and food trucks. The event will include performances by Grupo Veneno, Los Texmaniacs and Los Marineros del Norte. Doors open at 3 p.m. Grupo Veneno is scheduled to perform at 4 p.m.,
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September is national suicide month. Local organizations are coming together to raise awareness, especially for our military families. Good Morning El Paso’s Nicole Ardila goes live with We Hike President and Founder Lisa Enriquez to share why they’re hosting a veteran suicide prevention walk on Thursday morning. This is We Hike’s second annual free, beginner-friendly
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Ashley Corona helps young people navigate life through their toughest emotions and express themselves through creativity. When she started her charcuterie business over a year ago, she had no idea it would help her do the same. “I love being able to transform something so normal, like cheese and meats,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Way Out West Festival is returning to downtown El Paso this month, celebrating its 10th anniversary with country music, food and activities for the family. The festival will take place Saturday, Sept. 26, at the El Paso Convention Center and surrounding downtown streets. Gates open at 5 p.m. Executive
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Your Thursday forecast will lean warm and will come with more storm potential. We woke to temps in the 70s with most of the rain settled after yesterday evenings storm. El Paso is expected to reach an afternoon high of 96, Las Cruces 94. Rain chances will one again pickup
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Republican candidate Minerva Torres Shelton is outlining her priorities as she campaigns for El Paso County Judge. Torres Shelton is running against Democratic El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego in the November 3rd general election. In an interview with ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke, Torres Shelton discussed several issues facing El Paso County, including property taxes, county
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Storm chances are increasing across the Borderland as a passing disturbance helps reshape the weather pattern across the area. Storm chances increase tonight Moisture and lift associated with the passing disturbance will give the entire region a chance for thunderstorms. The area mountains will have the best chance of storms, with a 30% to 60%
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico Department of Justice is said to begin presenting key witnesses, including experts, and video depositions from Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg. Associate professor Calum Matheson is expected to say Facebook’s messaging was engineered to mislead the public. Zuckerberg and Sandberg will address what Facebook knew about
Continue ReadingEL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– New tariffs between the United States and Canada could make affordability concerns worse, according to economist Tom Fullerton. “Households are already complaining about affordability in 2026,” Fullerton said. “And this doesn’t do anything to help matters. It exacerbates the problem a little bit.” In August, the U.S. imposed a 50% tariff
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UDPDATE (9/9/26): Court documents obtained by ABC-7 reveal the moments that led up to the stabbing of a 14-year-old. Police charged Jaine King with assault with a deadly weapon in the September 2 stabbing. According to court documents, police were called out to the 400 block of Nordstrom for a report of a stabbing. When
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UPDATE (3:07 p.m.): The Doña Ana Board of County Commissioners moved Item 16, which would appoint 11 representatives to a Community Monitoring Committee for Project Jupiter to their next meeting on Sep. 22, 2026. SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) – The Doña Ana County Commission Chambers are packed Tuesday ahead of a resolution to establish
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local family is getting support from the El Paso community as their 4-year-old son battles cancer. Santi de la Cruz was born with Down syndrome and was diagnosed with cancer in August 2025. Santi and his parents, Justin and Monique de la Cruz, visited ABC-7 on Wednesday to talk
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By Max Zahn September 9, 2026, 12:02 PM Apple announced its first-ever foldable iPhone at its annual products event on Wednesday as customers worldwide watched for fresh products, as well as the debut of Apple CEO John Ternus. Observers widely expected the announcement which marks Apple’s splashy entry into a long-existing product category. Foldable phones came onto
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CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The Canutillo Independent School District announced Wednesday that, effective this week, all Canutillo ISD students will receive free admission to Canutillo High School athletic events. District officials say this initiative is meant to encourage students to support their classmates, strengthen connections across the District and build school spirit throughout the Canutillo
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Public Libraries say the Memorial Park Branch Library is temporarily closed through October 15 for necessary repairs and maintenance. City officials say the library, located at 3200 Copper Ave, is undergoing repairs that include a new roof and HVAC repairs, among other items. The facility will be closed to the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For National Preparedness Month, the Department of Public Health is inviting the community to the “Be Ready Bash,” a free, family-friendly event featuring live demonstrations, interactive booths, and practical tips to help residents prepare for emergencies. Those interested can attend the event from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, September 12, at
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department announced Wednesday that it will be unveiling a newly redesigned, UTEP-themed fire truck. Officials say the community will get its first look at Pumper 8, with UTEP’s signature colors and design elements, during the annual September 11 memorial ceremony hosted by The University of Texas
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El Pasoans Fighting Hunger says two in five people are food insecure in the borderland — for this Hunger Action Month, they want the community to be aware of the rising issue and how they can help. Interim CEO Kris Yagel says those numbers continue to climb. He says there’s a misconception — they’re at
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Celebrate the fourth annual Vivamos México Official Grito on Saturday, September 12, from 5 to 11 p.m. at the El Paso Convention Center. Enjoy an evening of live music, cultural performances, Lucha Libre, local food, family activities, fireworks, and the Official Grito Ceremony. All of these celebrate Mexico’s traditions, culture, and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Expect another hot afternoon with a stronger round of storm potential tonight! This morning we woke to temps in the upper 70s. By midafternoon expect highs in the upper 90s. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 97, Las Cruces 95. These temps although shy of the triple
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today El Paso Planned Parenthood launched it’s birth control for all program. Planned Parenthood of El Paso said this initiative will expand access to birth control and essential reproductive care for women and men. Planned Parenthood recieved over one million dollars in private donors support to launch this program. Congresswoman
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said on Monday, detainees at Camp East Montana damaged the detention facility. ICE said it happened around 1 p.m. The agency said 130 detainees threw items, flipped furniture and disabled security cameras. An ICE spokesperson sent the following statement: “Is there any reasonable expectation
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A massive water main break in January left approximately 100,000 El Paso residents without water or facing low pressure for several days. “I think for the residents in the Northeast, we failed them,” said Gilbert Trejo, vice president of operations and technical services at El Paso Water. “Unfortunately, the impact
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Fewer people know the history of the Land of Enchantment than Rob Martinez. In fact, it’s his job to know more than most about it.Martinez holds the title of New Mexico state historian, a position he has held since 2019, and he holds his position in quite high regard.”You have
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UPDATE (9:27 p.m.) — The Texas Department of Transportation said all southbound lanes at McCombs and Dyer street closed. (Courtesy: KVIA) (Courtesy: TxDOT) EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person was airlifted to a hospital after a two-vehicle crash in Northeast El Paso Tuesday, according to the city’s fire department. It happened near McCombs and
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