EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission said it closed an investigation involving the Hope and Anchor bar in West El Paso. The investigation started after a 19-year-old driver allegedly drank at the bar before a deadly crash in April. TABC said the investigation closed in July due to a “lack of
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Anthony Elementary School 5th Grade Pledge 8/26/26
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Texas will get more than $1 billion as part of a settlement with Meta to protect children on its platforms. Wednesday, Meta agreed to an $18 billion settlement to resolve claims that it intentionally designed addictive platforms and harmed young people’s mental health.
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By David Brennan and Megan Fahrney Serious flash flooding in Nepal on Wednesday morning has left almost a hundred reported dead and hundreds more missing, including at least 47 American tourists, according to Nepali officials. The flooding occurred in the northern Rasuwa district, along the border with Tibet, at around 8:30 a.m. local time on Wednesday, authorities
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By Patricio Chile Tim Curry, the British actor known for scene-stealing roles in cult classics and blockbusters ranging from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” to “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,” has died, his publisher at Grand Central confirmed. He was 80. The publisher declined further comment on the death of the beloved actor.
Continue ReadingOriginally Published: 26 AUG 26 09:23 ET Updated: 26 AUG 26 09:46 ET By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — Meta said Wednesday it has agreed to an about $18 billion settlement to resolve claims brought by 29 state attorneys general that it intentionally designed addictive platforms that harmed young people’s mental health. The
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert because of dangerously hot conditions. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for portions of El Paso County including Fort Hancock and Tornillo: Heat Advisory in effect from August 26, 11:00 AM MDT until August 26, 09:00 PM MDT This morning
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EL PASO, Texas (ABC-7) — The heat remains the main weather story across the Borderland as a strong area of high pressure stays parked over the Southwest. For El Paso, that means another day of near-record to record heat, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the triple digits. WEDNESDAY The upper-level high shifts slightly west, but
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UPDATE (Aug. 25, 2026): The El Paso Police Department said 68-year-old Glen Archer died from injuries sustained in a five-vehicle crash on July 14 at Joe Battle Boulevard and Montwood Drive. Police on Tuesday said they learned about Archer’s death. Investigators learned that Archer drove at a high rate of speed and failed to negotiate
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(KVIA) — Federal immigration officers released a San Diego Padres’ staffer after Border Patrol arrested him at the El Paso International Airport last week. The Department of Homeland Security alleged 34-year-old Oswaldo Jose Pirela Dominguez, the team’s minor league catching coordinator, was staying in the U.S. illegally. “He entered the country legally but violated the
Continue ReadingCNN By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Dolly Parton, who rose from humble beginnings to the greatest heights of American music and became one of the country’s most philanthropic, unifying and beloved stars, died Tuesday in Nashville, according to a family statement. She was 80. The statement said Parton died “peacefully.” A small, private service
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SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — Parents and guardians can get a car seat inspection and installation help Saturday at the Sunland Park Sports Complex. The New Mexico Department of Transportation said inspections are free and don’t require an appointment. They will be first-come, first-served at 4700 McNutt Rd. The fitting station will open at 9
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — For more than 50 years, Hal’s Hobby Warehouse has helped generations of El Pasoans build, create and explore their interests. Owner Carlos Priemer, 88, still works at the store several days a week with his wife, Gloria, and stepson Tony Lopez, who manages the business. “We are here to wake
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For one California transplant, Round Table Pizza’s arrival in El Paso is serving up more than just a meal—it’s bringing back memories of home. “If you’ve grown up in California or if you’ve lived in California, you know, Round Table Pizza,” Papool said. Papool said the restaurant was a familiar
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dolly Parton has made an impact with her music and philanthropy. For one El Paso radio station, an interview with the superstar served as a reminder of Parton’s good character. Parton’s family announced her death Tuesday. She was 80 years old. KLAQ Director of Content Kevin Vargas said he interviewed
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UPDATE (Aug. 25, 2026): According to court documents, Doctor Bradley is now allowed to travel and reside outside of the U.S. He’s also been granted a $50,000 appearance bond. A judge also allowed both the state and Deshawndre Washington to make one public statement to correct any incorrect or misleading information published about his failure
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CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico (KVIA) — A fire burned around 80 junk vehicles in Juarez, according to the city. In a news release, the city of Juarez said a fire burned at a junkyard off Casas Grandes highway at the intersection with De las Alturas. The junkyard is also known as “El Forcito.” It happened between
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(KVIA) — Country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton has died, according to her nephew. She was 80 years old. Tuesday at 9 p.m., ABC will have a special on Parton’s impact on the music world and her community. Watch “Dolly Parton: An American Original ABC News Special” Tuesday at 9 p.m. Bryan Seaver, Parton’s nephew, posted a
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HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) — A 20-year-old man has been charged with sexual assault, according to the Horizon City Police Department. According to an arrest affidavit ABC-7 obtained, Jonathan Ontiveros allegedly sexually assaulted a woman on Aug. 17. Documents said Ontiveros met the woman while she was working on Aug. 6. The two exchanged phone
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Monday, recall petition organizers have filed suit against the City of El Paso after being told they don’t have enough signatures against District 4 City Rep. Cynthia Boyar Trejo, said petition organizer Joshua Dagda. Last week, the city clerk determined the organizers had submitted 897 valid signatures out of the
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By Christopher Watson Dolly Parton, the beloved country music superstar known as much for her philanthropy and theme park business as she was for her chart-topping hit songs, has died at 80. Parton’s death was announced by her publicist. No cause of death was provided. “As many of you know, I have been dealing with
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UPDATE (Aug. 25, 2026): Wyatt Cornelius will remain in custody. The district attorney’s office said a judge denied a motion to reconsider during an Aug. 24 hearing. The court determined the motion wasn’t warranted based on the presented circumstances. He remains in custody without bond. His first trial is scheduled for Nov. 9-12. LAS CRUCES,
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A 24-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting two juveniles in Las Cruces. One of the teens had to be airlifted to El Paso for treatment, according to documents ABC-7 obtained. According to jail records, Anissa Danae Vigil faces the following charges: Kidnapping (felony) Two counts of imprisonment
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El Paso Community College is back in session and joins Good Morning El Paso on Tuesday morning to highlight some of their programs at the Valle Verde Campus. ABC-7 goes live from the Advanced Technology Center and houses many career and technical programs. In their welding program, EPCC says students learn and use welding techniques
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-United Way of El Paso County and the Paso del Norte Health Foundation are partnering to strengthen the nonprofit sector and establish more robust boards across the Paso del Norte area. The training series offered by the PDN board is intended for the purpose of developing nonprofit leaders as well as the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A crash left one person hospitalized with serious injuries, the El Paso Fire Department said Monday. It happened on the Loop 375 at San Marcial near the Chamizal. El Paso police said it happened just before 5 p.m. The crash led to all westbound lanes on Loop 375 in the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert once more because of the heat! Temperatures are expected to climb to uncomfortable highs. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for El Paso and las Cruces Heat Advisory in effect from August 25, 11:00 AM MDT until August 25, 09:00
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local car show is bringing cars, trucks and motorcycles together this Sunday to raise money for repairs at St. Joseph’s. Al Lujan and Justin Zaborowski with the Knights of Columbus joined ABC-7 to discuss the fundraiser, which will benefit St. Joseph’s building fund. Organizers say the school building needs
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso dog lovers can celebrate National Dog Day with their four-legged friends while helping local pets in need. The Plaza Hotel will host its Paws & Pour Social Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at La Perla, its rooftop bar overlooking downtown El Paso. The event will feature food
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