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Borderland TikTok influencer speaks out amid threat to TikTok’s future

April 24, 2024 3:37 PM Iris Garcia Barron

A local TikTok influencer Brain Gil, known as ElBrianKaoz, with over 150,000 followers, discussed his concerns about a potential ban on the platform.…

Final curtain call: Last week to secure your seat

April 23, 2024 11:46 AM Iris Garcia Barron

The American Southwest Theatre Company (ASTC) is wrapping up its 2024-25 Seat of Honor fundraising campaign, marking its 40th anniversary. This…

Spring weather outlook: Cooler start

April 21, 2024 5:29 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Happy Sunday! Today, cooler conditions are in store as somewhat moist east flow persists behind a backdoor front. This setup brings a touch of relief…

Camera captures mobile home fire moments before neighbors help rescue one person

April 20, 2024 6:36 PM Tony Gutierrez

El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 obtained doorbell video of a mobile home fire moments before neighbors helped rescue one person. Benjamin Santana, a…

Café Piro: Nourishing heritage and harmony in Socorro, Texas

April 21, 2024 8:30 AM Iris Garcia Barron

SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — Café Piro stands as more than just a dining spot — it’s a cultural revival. Owners Mel and Gabe Padilla have swiftly…

Frontal dynamics and forecast

April 20, 2024 5:20 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Good morning! Happy Saturday! Expect a warm day ahead, with temperatures soaring into the eighties, well above the seasonal average. A stationary…

More than 140 people are arrested for the charge of riot following border incident

April 19, 2024 8:06 PM Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso District Attorney Bill Hicks told ABC-7 that more than 140 people were arrested by the Department of Public Safety…

HOME reschedules considered zone change meeting in West El Paso to present housing concept to the community

April 18, 2024 5:48 PM Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Housing Authority of the City of El Paso (HOME) has rescheduled its meeting regarding a considered zone change after…

Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs visits El Paso, discussing immigration and honors nearly five years since Walmart shooting

April 17, 2024 7:21 PM Sam Harasimowicz

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Alicia Bárcena Ibarra, visited El Paso to discuss immigration, meet with local…

West El Paso residents hold meeting in opposition of rezoning to be considered

April 14, 2024 7:04 PM Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — West El Paso residents near Mesa Hills Drive and Bluff Trail Lane gathered on Sunday, April 14, to voice their concern in…

MUTTS Canine Cantina El Paso launches ‘MUTTS for Vets’ program

April 7, 2024 8:30 AM Iris Garcia Barron

MUTTS Canine Cantina El Paso, in collaboration with Train to Serve Canine Academy and KLAQ, has announced the launch of the “MUTTS for Vets”…

ABC-7 First Alert: Calm for now, windy Easter Sunday

March 27, 2024 5:59 AM Sarah Coria

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are under an ABC-7 First Alert not for today but for your Easter Sunday. Sadly winds are looking to crank up with blowing…

ABC-7 First Alert: The Borderland is under a High Wind Warning and Dust Storm Advisory

March 24, 2024 5:20 AM Iris Garcia Barron

El Paso’s Westside wakes up to low visibility and blowing dust, with winds already reaching 30 mph. As an upper-level disturbance moves in, winds…

ABC-7 First Alert: Prepare for Sunday’s windy weather

March 23, 2024 5:06 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Good morning and happy Saturday! As we wake up to the weekend, it’s important to stay informed about the weather ahead. We’re currently under an…

ABC-7 First Alert: Windy Sunday ahead and weather shifts for the week

March 21, 2024 2:51 PM Iris Garcia Barron

Happy Thursday! We’re currently under the ABC-7 First Alert for Sunday, with windy conditions expected. Expect gusts up to 30 mph today, alongside a…

Chance of showers near the border tonight

March 20, 2024 2:21 PM Iris Garcia Barron

Expect a few showers near the International Border this evening, followed by drier conditions and warmer temperatures from Thursday through Saturday.…

Lingering showers and breezy conditions ahead

March 16, 2024 7:28 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Happy Saturday! A calm start to the weekend awaits, with residual lowland rain and mountain snow showers accompanied by gentle afternoon breezes.…

ABC-7 First Alert: Windy conditions forecasted across the Borderland

March 13, 2024 3:25 PM Iris Garcia Barron

A windy day is anticipated, with blowing dust possible in the desert lowlands. As a cutoff low develops over the Great Basin on Thursday, it is…

Dry and breezy conditions followed by rain and snow showers

March 12, 2024 2:51 PM Iris Garcia Barron

Happy Tuesday! Dry and breezy conditions expected today with warm temperatures, as winds elevate overnight into Wednesday, particularly in…

Sunshine and breezes: A week of weather shifts await

March 10, 2024 5:50 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Happy Sunday! Get ready for a significant shift in the weather as a warming trend sets in. Accompanying the warmer weather, expect breezy to windy…

Chilly conditions bring rain and snow to the region

March 9, 2024 5:29 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Happy Saturday! An upper-level trough maintains its influence over the area, bringing unseasonably cool temperatures and breezy conditions this…

Warmer, dry weekend ahead; wind advisory for Sacramento Mountains

March 2, 2024 5:10 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Good morning and happy Saturday! Get ready for warmer, dry weather this weekend, with lowland highs in the lower 70s—just slightly above normal for…

High Pressure Ridge Brings Warmth Before Pacific System’s Arrival

February 25, 2024 5:08 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Good Morning and Happy Sunday! The Upper Ridge of High Pressure brings us pleasant weather with near record high temperatures today and tomorrow.…

El Paso Marathon Weather Forecast: Temperature Swings and Windy Conditions

February 18, 2024 4:44 AM Iris Garcia Barron

After a chilly start to the morning, our temperatures will climb close to seasonal averages by this afternoon. Expect above-average highs for the…

Cooler Temperatures Today, Warmer Returns Tomorrow

February 17, 2024 9:37 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Good morning and happy Saturday! Today, expect a weak cold front to push temperatures down to a high of 60 degrees in El Paso and Las Cruces,…

Gradual Warming Trend After Super Bowl Snow

February 12, 2024 5:56 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Happy Monday! I hope you enjoyed your Super Bowl weekend. We saw some snow, but now we’re returning to fair weather in the Borderland. Dry high…

Loved ones remember Las Cruces Police officer killed in the line of duty

February 12, 2024 11:56 AM Rosemary Montañez, Isabella Martinez, Jason McNabb

LAS CRUCES, Texas (KVIA) — The Las Cruces community continues to remember the police officer killed Sunday night. Officer Jonah Hernandez, an El…

Pacific Storm Brings Cooler Conditions and Scattered Precipitation, Including Light Snow Showers

February 11, 2024 5:33 AM Iris Garcia Barron

A Pacific storm system is set to sweep across our region today, ushering in cooler temperatures, increased cloud cover, and the likelihood of…

Weekend Weather Alert: Storm System Approaching Desert Southwest

February 9, 2024 4:31 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Expect quiet weather conditions today with light breezes and partly cloudy skies. However, attention turns to the weekend as a storm system moves…

Weather Shift: From Quiet Days to Midweek Breezy Conditions

February 4, 2024 5:29 AM Iris Garcia Barron

Good morning and happy Sunday. Quiet weather and rebounding temperatures are expected into Tuesday, but a change is on the horizon. The next system…