Migrant becomes first to be convicted in court on National Defense Area-related charges
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A judge found Dario Javier Trejo-Burbano guilty of one count of improper entry by a migrant and one count of entering…
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One dead after shooting in Central El Paso
UPDATE: Officials say a 21-year-old male died at the hospital due to his injuries. The shooting was reported around 11:40 p.m. Tuesday night. Police…
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Tiger seized in Juárez neighborhood
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Officials seized a tiger found in a Juárez neighborhood. The two-year old male was kept in a makeshift space with a dirt…
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Tracking the wildfires in southern New Mexico
Update (5:46 PM): There are four wildfires burning in southern New Mexico at the moment: the Buck Fire, the Trout Fire, the 7 Springs Fire, and the…
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Funeral for El Pasoan killed while working as police officer in Arizona
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department, family and friends will celebrate the life of Gabriel Facio in a service at Cielo Vista…
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Former El Pasoan who lost cabin in Ruidoso Fires is rebuilding
ABC-7 anchor Paul Cicala spent several days covering the devastation caused by those fires, and spent the anniversary of the fires in Ruidoso doing…
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Ongoing fires affect air quality and health complications
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The current Trout Fire north of Silver City has burned more than 76,000 acres. The Buck Fire, burning southeast of Aragon,…
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Trout Fire now 38,682 acres
SILVER CITY, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Trout Fire is now burning 38,682 acres north of Silver City. Officials say that the fire is currently 0%…
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Family says immigration agents detained son who is a U.S. citizen
KCAL, KCBS, @CAMERAMANOSCAR, MAYRA VILLARREAL, CNN By Laurie Perez Click here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES (KCAL)…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Hot and hazy Wednesday!
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert because of the heat once again. We will also see some hazy skies due to smoke and…
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Anne Burrell, popular Food Network chef, dead at 55
Originally Published: 17 JUN 25 17:44 ET Updated: 18 JUN 25 07:15 ET By Alli Rosenbloom and Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Anne Burrell, a chef…
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El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2025: Cory Herman
EL PASO, Texas – The El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony is June 24th. A member of the Class of 2025 is hockey player and head coach,…
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Mescalero Apache with evacuation near Ruidoso with new wildfire
MESCALERO, NEW MEXICO (KVIA) – ABC-7 brought you breaking news in our 10 p.m. show after an evacuation notice was issued to some residents on the…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Another Triple Today
El Paso reached day number 13 of triple-digit temperatures so far this year. The high soared to 108 – the record today is 109. I expect more triples…
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7 Springs Fire: Evacuation order in place for part of Mescalero Apache Reservation
Update (8:22 PM): Mescalero Apache Fire Rescue says that an evacuation order has been issued for the reservation residents living in Nogal Canyon.…
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ABC-7 AT 4: June is Elder Abuse Prevention Month, time to check on elderly friends and neighbors
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Adult Protective Services will host the “It Pays to Partner with APS” conference on Thursday, June 26th, from 8 a.m.…
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Socorro Independent School District will host its first-ever Recruitment & Enrollment Expo open to all students and…
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Funeral plans announced for El Pasoan killed while working as police officer in Arizona
APACHE JUNCTION, Arizona (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department is assisting with the funeral of Apache Junction Police Department Officer Gabriel…
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How to protect lawmakers, infinite workday, al fresco dining: Catch up on the day’s stories
CNN By Daniel Wine, Emily Scolnick, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! A familiar carrier landed top honors at the 2025 World Airline Awards, claiming…
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Law N Paws animal shelter in jeopardy as El Paso County Linear Park project grows
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso-based Laws N Paws animal rescue, which is currently caring for more than 75 dogs in its shelter, is desperately…
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Adoptive father accused of keeping son locked in bedroom was Sheriff’s Office employee
Update (June 18, 2025): ABC-7 obtained court documents today where police describe the abuse the 15-year-old said he endured since he was 5. These…
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El Pasoan in Ruidoso overcomes wildfires: 1 year anniversary of South Fork
RUIDOSO, NM (KVIA) — One year ago today, hundreds of homes and buildings could be seen smoldering after the South Fork Fire began its path of…
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Wood Artist in Ruidoso reflects on wildfire devastations on 1-year anniversary
RUIDOSO, NM (KVIA) –ABC-7 anchor Paul Cicala spent several days covering the devastation caused by those fires, and is in Ruidoso today to report…
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Ruidoso’s river & trees saved in midtown; tourism up on 1 year anniversary of Wildfires
ABC-7 anchor Paul Cicala spent several days covering the devastation caused by those fires, and is in Ruidoso today to report tonight live in the…
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Inside the Border Patrol Horse Unit patrolling the desert near El Paso
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Border Patrol’s Horse Patrol Unit was the first one that ever existed in the agency’s history; they were…
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EPISD pausing central office hiring amid budgetary challenges
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Independent School District is enacting a hiring pause for central office positions amid ongoing budgetary…
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Juárez business leaders pushing to keep commercial traffic at BOTA
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Business leaders in Juárez wrote a letter to U.S. authorities asking to keep commercial traffic at BOTA last…
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Tips to prevent smartphone overheating during El Paso’s triple-digit heatwave
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As El Paso experiences triple-digit temperatures, smartphone overheating becomes a major concern for residents. This can be…
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ATF offering $5,000 reward in road rage shooting of 14-year-old
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Phoenix Field Division (ATF) is offering a $5,000 reward…
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Men’s Health Month: Harms of ignoring physical, mental health issues
June is Men’s Health Month — And El Paso experts say it’s important that we discuss the importance men’s wellbeing as they aren’t as diligent as…
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