UPDATE (June 12, 2026) — The County of El Paso sent an updated list of cooling centers Friday: Agua Dulce Community Center – 15371 Kentwood Ave. (Horizon) Fabens Community Center – 201 NW Camp St. (Fabens) Canutillo Community Center – 7351 Bosque Rd. (Canutillo) La Fe Montana Vista Community and Resource Center, 14618 Greg Dr.
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AUSTIN (KVIA) — With confirmed cases of New World screwworm in Texas, Governor Greg Abbott launched a free course to help people learn how to inspect their animals for the parasite. NWS fly larvae feed on living tissue through open wounds. As of June 11, the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed 12 cases of NWS.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The debate over data centers reached a new level in the Borderland this week. At El Paso City Hall, it took eight hours of discussion and often contentious public comments about the economic incentive contract for the Meta data center now under construction in northeast to reach a vote. City
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DALLAS, Texas (KVIA) — The FIFA World Cup is underway, and fans from all around the globe have been filling up most of the host cities’ stadiums, bringing the tournament’s euphoria to the U.S. Given that the United States will host more matches than Mexico and Canada, ticket prices have also influenced fans’ decisions on
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture is requiring dogs crossing the border into the U.S. to have a Screwworm-Freedom Certificate. According to the USDA, before dogs can enter the United States, they must: Seek a veterinary exam and treatment Get a Screwworm-Freedom certificate Show the certificate at the port of entry
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-“The Special Player: Every Athlete Has a Story and a Dream” is an inspiring children’s book by Marquis Sumpter, illustrated by Zeeshan Haider. The book follows a young athlete, Jerrel, who loves sports but occasionally struggles with self-doubt. The book is now available from major retailers, including Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes &
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 39-year-old El Paso man faced 20 counts of animal cruelty after the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said Monday it rescued 35 animals in Far East El Paso. Saturday, County Animal Welfare went to a home on the 700 block of Agua Del Rio after a reported injured dog.
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UPDATE (9:57 a.m.) — An El Paso Police Detective Judy Oviedo told ABC-7 police learned about the crash at 2:38 a.m. She said the police unit was at the intersection of Kansas Street and Wyoming Avenue “preventing traffic from using the I-10 entrance.” UPDATE (5:32 A.M.) — El Paso Police has cleared the scene. EL
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in Texas are set for Sunday, putting the Lone Star State on the global stage. In today’s TxDOT talks, we start by looking at TxDOT’s role in preparation. Lauren Macias-Cervantes joins us now with more. Closures: (TxDOT El Paso) Artcraft Project – Watch the video ICYMI: https://x.com/txdotelp/status/2064830048910168348?s=20
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El Paso Water says this is the time of year when residents will start to see their bills increasing. On average, every person uses 67 gallons per day in every household. Whether you live in an apartment or home, with a household of one or five, they say the biggest water consumption is actually the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing Military Monday: Honoring Marines Veteran SGT. John James. James joined the Marines in 1980 and remained active until 1988. We thank you for your service. Send in a photo
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for thunderstorm chances through region. This morning we woke to temps in the 70s. Temperatures will once again be warm. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 93, Las Cruces is expected to reach a high of 92. Rain chances will
Continue ReadingOriginally Published: 15 JUN 26 07:31 ET Updated: 15 JUN 26 07:58 ET By Jordan Valinsky, CNN New York (CNN) — Fox is acquiring Roku, the popular streaming TV platform, in a massive $22 billion deal, the companies announced Monday. The transaction makes Fox a much more competitive streaming player, combining Fox’s sports, news and
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Following Sunday’s announcement of a memorandum or understanding between the U.S. and Iran, Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Defense Minister Israel Katz issued statements saying Israel will not withdraw from any territory it has seized. “Israel is not subordinate to the United States, and we are an independent and sovereign state,” Ben-Gvir
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – La Nube STEAM Discovery Center allowed the first 600 children to enter for free to celebrate National Children’s Day and explore on Sunday. La Nube is able to this through a partnership with Cummins in order to celebrate the holiday according to Guest Experience Director for La Nube Hannah Harris.
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The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs Saturday in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, winning their first NBA championship in 53 years. The Knicks won 94-90 at the Spurs’ home court to a crowd that was packed with its fair share of Knick fans. San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama reacts after
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Starting Sunday, Sun Metro is bringing changes to its system; riders can expect new routes and schedules. Route and schedule changes come with Sun Metro Rising, the City of El Paso said. “We are making it so that the rides, the trips that you do are quicker, faster, get to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso non-profit Xceed Resources has been giving work opportunities to those of all abilities in its decades of operation. The organization’s jobs usually include year-long work outside through contracts with the Texas Department of Transportation as well as the City of El Paso according to Executive Director Gabriel Chapman.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Convicted human trafficker with ties to the Tren de Aragua gang has been sentenced in El Paso. Estefania Primera, also known as “La Barbie”, was sentenced to two years for human trafficking. Primera was arrested in 2024 and was tried in May of 2025. According to officials, she operated out of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the United States Department of Agriculture, there are now 12 total confirmed cases in the United States. Officials say that the most recent confirmed case of New World Screwworm was reported in Sutton County Texas. The newest case was confirmed by officials Friday, June 12, where the USDA
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UPDATE (4:26 PM) — The El Paso Police Department says that the right lane of I-10 Gateway East at Lee Trevino lane is now reopened. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the El Paso Police Department the right lane of I-10 Gateway East at Lee Trevino is closed due to a crash. The El
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We are tracking isolated showers and thunderstorms in the Borderland this evening. Most of the activity is currently in the mountains and east of El Paso and Las Cruces. It will be cooler through Tuesday. Tomorrow the Borderland will see better chances for scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms, some storms will be strong to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the El Paso Police Department, 28-year-old Ricardo Martinez died after crashing into the trailer of a semitruck early Saturday morning. The Special Traffic Investigation Unit was called out to the 1300 block of Don Haskins to a vehicle collision around 12:30 a.m. Police investigation revealed the vehicle that
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UPDATE (JUNE 13, 2026 – 11:15 a.m.) — Fire officials say that the Seven Cabins fire is 100% contained, and the size of the fire remained at 31.870 acres. Although the fire is now contained, officials say that fire crews and resources will remain on the site to monitor the area. Restoration efforts will continue,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After nearly three years with KVIA ABC-7, Isabella Martinez has decided to return home saying goodbye to KVIA ABC-7 and the Borderland. During ABC-7’s Friday 4 p.m. newscast, Nichole Gomez shared with viewers that Friday was Isabella’s last day at KVIA and shared goodbye messages from both friends and family
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A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to certify by noon on Saturday that it has complied with a court order to remove the president’s name from the Kennedy Center, granting a brief extension requested by the Department of Justice.
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A senior administration official on Friday laid out elements of a potential short-term agreement between the U.S. and Iran, which could usher in formal negotiations to end the war between the two countries. The senior administration official, in a call with reporters Friday afternoon, said the deal: reopens the Strait of Hormuz and lifts the
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El Paso hit another triple Friday – hitting 100 – this is our 5th day in a row of seeing triples. There will still be some storms developing here and there across the Borderland over the weekend. Temperatures will be around 100 with some added humidity making it feel a little more uncomfortable. Temperatures warm
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 reported the City of El Paso approved a new ordinance requiring short-term vacation rental owners to contribute to El Paso’s hotel occupancy tax (HOT). The city said this will create a more equitable lodging tax structure while generating an estimated $3.5 million annually to support tourism-related investments throughout the
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CIUDAD JUAREZ, Chih., Mexico (KVIA) — A highly-anticipated and attended community fair returns to Juarez this summer. The Feria Canaco is one of the biggest events to take place in Juarez. The 2026 Feria runs June 11-28. This year’s fair brings in hundreds of vendors, games, and more than 20 rides for children of all
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