EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Electric (EPE) will issue a refund to Texas customers through fuel charge with an automatic bill credit that will appear over the March, April and May 2026 billing cycles. The interim amount refunded is $40 million in total. The refund will be reflected as a line-item credit on
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP Volleyball received a $1 million gift to help begin renovation of the Memorial Gym. Bob McFadden, DDS gifted the $1 million to the program, it is the largest donation to a women’s sport in UTEP Athletics history. McFadden joined UTEP President Heather Wilson, Volleyball Coach Ben Wallis and Vice
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After El Paso residents report sudden steep increase in their natural gas bills, the City of El Paso is continuing its legal challenge of the rate increase. The City of El Paso is filing a motion for rehearing with the Railroad Commission of Texas in response to their decision of
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Paramount launched a hostile takeover bid in December. ByMason Leib February 27, 2026, 2:56 PM Warner Bros Discovery has agreed to a deal with Paramount Skydance, the two companies confirmed Friday in a news release. According to the release, under the terms of the agreement, Paramount plans to pay “$31.00 per share in cash for all outstanding
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Chris Clem is a former U.S. Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent and a former Deputy Chief Patrol Agent in the El Paso Sector; he also served as the acting Chief in the Big Bend Sector. In El Paso, he spent over 17 years as Chief and Deputy Chief, both before
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Delegation of Bishops from the Texas-Mexico border met Friday Feb. 27, 2026. This meeting is now the longest-running international gathering of Catholic Bishops anywhere in the world. The delegation alternates gatherings bi-annually between the U.S. and Mexico over the last 40 years. Immigration was the most important topic of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – He’s back and stronger than ever. ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke sat down again with Julian Kalel, the El Paso native who earned a golden ticket on American Idol this season. The move comes after stepping away last year to focus on his mental health, despite getting yes votes from all three
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Local families have a new avenue towards homeownership after a popular grant program reduces interest rates. The El Paso Housing Finance Corporation (EPHFC) announced a major enhancement to the Mi Casa Homebuyer Grant Program which reduces the interest rate from 6.25% to just 5.99%. That would give first-time and qualified
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Interclub Council (ICC) of El Paso hosts its annual Black History Month Parade and Festival, celebrating the achievements, culture, and contributions of Black Americans. The purpose of the organization is to foster communication between members, share information and discuss community activities. This year’s centennial-themed parade invites families, schools, churches,
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VADO, New Mexico (KVIA) – A 14-year-old was found by emergency responders with a “gunshot wound” along Fuentes Lane in Vado Wednesday night, according to the Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office. Crews with Doña Ana Fire Rescue were sent to the area about 7:15 p.m. after dispatch received a call about the injured teen boy.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Governor Greg Abbott brought his “Let’s Roll” Get-Out-The-Vote Tour to El Paso this afternoon. The message from the governor is to encourage every registered Texas voter to head out to the polls. “We’re crisscrossing the state to ensure Texans turn out in force to keep Texas red for four more
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso Department of Public Health (DPH) reports four confirmed cases of measles in the borderland. The new cases include a man in his late 20s, a man in his 30s, and two women in their 30s with unknown vaccination statuses, according to DPH. The health department said contract
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP awarded 39 Canutillo high school seniors with Presidential and Excellence scholarships. This is the most scholarships awarded to any high school in El Paso County. The Presidential and Excellence scholarships are merit-based scholarships that can cover full tuition at UTEP or provide significant payments for students pursuing a bachelor’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Children who are going through some of life’s toughest moments now have a special place of their own to go for help. Braden’s Home of Hope at 2616 Montana is a special place where those grieving the loss of a loved one can open up, receive counseling, and connect with
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With tax season upon us, there are options available for free tax preparation assistance for those who qualify in the Borderland with the VITA Program. Watch the full interview with Linda Nuñez, Assistant Vice President for Community Development with GECU. Find the full details on the VITA Program at www.freetaxeselpaso.org.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A focus on community resources to promote mental health, overcoming stress, and resiliency for individuals and the Borderland as a whole is part of the mission of the Center for Resiliency, with ongoing monthly and special events plus services for those who register. See the full interview with Alberto Ruiz, Senior
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Looking back on a lifetime and legacy for a local immigration attorney with a national impact. Carlos Spector, regarded as one of El Paso’s leading lawyers on the topic and a human rights advocate for decades, writes his last chapter as the community rallies to make sure he can return home.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A sudden overnight complete closure of the airspace over El Paso and near Santa Teresa leads to major concerns and confusion about what exactly was happening. As the El Paso closure was lifted just as suddenly hours later, there were more issues raised about how decisions were being made and a lack of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez has released an updated statement regarding the Federal Aviation Administration’s closure of the El Paso International Airport and surrounding airspace. In the statement, Congressman Vasquez confirmed that there is no national security threat and operations are expected to resume as normal at the El Paso Airport but the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso is enjoying warm and dry weather through Thursday, with temperatures climbing into the lower 70s — about 8 to 12 degrees above normal for early February. High pressure over Texas is keeping skies mostly clear and conditions calm. Light southerly winds will help push afternoon highs well above
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GUAYMAS, SONORA (MEXICO) – During Mexico President Claudia Scheinbaum’s recent visits to our borderland, she talked about a multi-million dollar highway expansion that’ll better connect El Paso/Ciudad Juarez to Mexico’s Pacific Coast & the Port of Guaymas, Sonora. In another edition of “People, Places & Paul”, ABC-7 anchor Paul Cicala reports from Guaymas, Sonora and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has officially proclaimed February 3 as Combat Fighting Championship Community Impact Day, recognizing the local mixed martial arts organization for its growing influence on sports, youth, and the regional economy. Founded by U.S. Air Force veteran Roland Rios and professional fighter Carlos Pacheco, CFC has
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new study shows that people in healthy relationships live longer. It’s a study that doesn’t surprise marriage counselor Patricia Contreras, of Courageous Mind Counseling. “That’s one of my favorite studies,” Contreras says. “We’re wired for connection. A healthy, positive relationship increases our immune system, lowers blood pressure…but my favorite part
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dry and warm conditions continue Tuesday as winds stay light. A backdoor cold front arrives early Wednesday, bringing breezy east winds and cooler temperatures through Thursday. Dry weather holds Friday and Saturday with temperatures warming back above normal, before a 20–30% chance of lowland rain and mountain snow returns Sunday
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dry and warmer-than-normal conditions continue through Tuesday with breezy afternoon winds, aligning with Groundhog Day folklore. A dry backdoor cold front moves in Wednesday and Thursday, bringing cooler air and breezy to locally windy east winds, especially along mountain slopes. High temperatures will run slightly below average east of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new full body scan now available in El Paso offers an inside look at what’s going on beneath the surface. If you’re one of the 63% of Americans who worry about your health, there’s no need to wait for symptoms or a diagnosis before getting answers. The Dragonfly Scan is
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EL PASO, Texas – UTEP men’s basketball coach Joe Golding spoke with ABC-7 prior to the team’s upcoming game against Louisiana Tech. The Miners overall record this season is 7-13, while their Conference USA record is 3-6. UTEP will host Louisiana Tech Wednesday at 7 p.m.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Over the weekend and even today, viewers across the Borderland shared photos and videos capturing snowy conditions. We appreciate everyone who sent in what they experienced. As we head to break, we’re sharing a short video we put together using some of the images you shared. Thanks again for being
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Krystall Poppin continues to build momentum in her hometown and beyond, celebrating a series of major milestones as her career reaches new heights. Krystall Poppin recently joined ABC-7’s noon newscast, where she reflected on a year filled with recognition, national exposure and community impact. The City of El Paso has
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EL PASO (KVIA) – More than a thousand Iraq war veterans and their families are gathering in El Paso this weekend for the 20th anniversary of the Battle of Ramadi. The Battle of Ramadi was a turning point in Operation Iraqi Freedom. It was relentless combat against insurgents in the middle of the city at
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