ABC-7’s goal is to produce accurate, transparent, and trustworthy coverage for members of the Borderland’s engaged and informed electorate. As El Paso and southern New Mexico approaches the 2024 general election, concerns about misinformation, AI-driven deepfakes and election security each have the potential to cloud editorial coverage. Presidential politics and the congressional balance of power
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Thursday, El Paso City Council member Cynthia Boyar Trejo responded to an intent to start a petition for recall against her. She said voting to break an incentive agreement with Meta would have devastating consequences for the community. In a statement sent to ABC-7, Rep. Trejo said: “I respect the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council voted and approved a resolution earlier this month to ask the City Attorney’s Office to forward its concerns and request an investigation into the three deaths reported at Camp East Montana. According to El Paso City Representative Lily Limón, El Paso City Council is the only
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson was absent during this week’s City Council sessions and was not present for the vote to move forward with a memorandum of understanding with the County, TxDOT and with the Downtown Deck Plaza Foundation. ABC-7 reached out to his office for comment and for an
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Consulate General of Mexico launched its 8th edition of the External Legal Advice Week (SALE, Semana de Asesorías Legales Externas): “Información es Protección,” or “Information is Protection.” The Consulate invites the Mexican community to participate in the SALE event, which began on April 6 and will conclude on April
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CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — Otero County Commissioners held an emergency meeting last Friday to discuss the future of the ICE detention center located in Chaparral, New Mexico. Otero County Commissioners renewed a contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to keep the Otero County detention center open, even though a new state law prohibiting such agreements
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Last night’s primary election results will now lead to several Republican and Democratic seats going to runoff elections on May 26. Dr. Amber Archuleta-Lucero, an Associate Professor of Government at El Paso Community College, says what local voters know from this election is that money matters, as most of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Senate Bill 8, which aims to require local law enforcement officers to assist and collaborate with ICE and other federal agencies in enforcing immigration law, will take effect on January 1, 2026. If ICE declines a request, sheriff’s officers statewide must reapply at least once a year until an
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas House approved Senate Bill 8 over the weekend, which is set to mandate some local sheriff’s offices in the state to form collaborations with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). El Paso County would be one of those Texas counties set to work with ICE if Texas Governor
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today marks Election Day for the December 2024 runoff elections in the City of El Paso and the City of Socorro. These runoffs will determine the winners for races where candidates did not secure more than 50% of the vote during the November general election. Voter Resources Voters are encouraged
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The overall cost per vote cast in the 2024 City of El Paso mayoral election more than doubled versus the previous race for mayor in 2020. Total spending by mayoral campaigns or in-kind spending by donors this year also doubled, while the amount of voters casting their ballot for the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This coming Tuesday, voters in the City of El Paso will decide the fate of the long-languishing Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Facility, also known as the Multipurpose Center (MPC) or arena. On the ballot is a choice to keep or eliminate millions of dollars in debt that were previously
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Election Day is just one week away, meaning that a lot of the races here in El Paso are starting to heat up. Precinct 1 will have a new representative in Commissioners Court for the first time in 12 years, with Carlos Leon announcing he will not be running for
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce is telling every voter in the area to vote against the ballot measure that would increase the gross receipts tax. The ballot measure reads in full: “Shall the City of Las Cruces impose a municipal gross receipts tax in the amount of
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Name: Josh Acevedo Age: 35 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: El Paso City Representative, District 2 Relevant Experience: I have 14 years of experience as a public servant across the federal, county, city, school district, and state governments. I have the following degrees from UTEP: -Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership & Administration -Master of Public Administration
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Early voting kicks off today with 33 locations open across the El Paso County. Voters can cast their ballots at any location, regardless of where they live. The early voting period will run for two weeks, including weekends, leading up to Election Day. Voting hours vary by location, and voters
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Name: Cynthia Boyar Trejo Age: 58 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: Business Owner and nonprofit Founder/President Relevant Experience: I am the owner of a training and consulting company that specializes in helping individuals and organizations reach their full potential through leadership development, executive coaching, and wellness programs. I am also the founder and president of a nonprofit
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Name: Kenneth Bell Age: 39 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: Army Reservist and Political Organizer. * Mention of Bell’s military rank, job titles, and awards does not imply endorsement by the Department of the Army or the Department of Defense. Relevant Experience: I have extensive experience overseeing and accounting for $1.5 million in federal tax dollars during
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Watch the El Paso Chamber’s Mayoral Forum, moderated by ABC-7’s Andrew J. Polk, at 6 PM today. You can view the livestream for the event in the player above.
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Name: Isabel Salcido Age: 39 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: I am currently serving my second term as City Councilwoman for District 5, realtor with 18 years of experience, a small business owner, and I’m also the owner of a manufacturing and distribution business, which has given me a deeper understanding of our local economy and the
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Name: Fabiola H. Arellano Age: 57 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: Attorney Relevant Experience: This is my first time running for office. However, I possess military, legal, and financial leadership experience. I currently work at the District Attorney’s Office, awaiting admission to the Texas Bar. I have been admitted to practice law in New York since 2000.
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Name: Tom Handy Age: 51 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: Writer, investor, and retired Army officer (20 years) Relevant Experience: I have spent over 10 years working in non-profits after retirement as President of the Veteran Business Association (helping Veterans transition to small business owners), Vice President of BUILD (helping businesses become compliant with ADA laws), and Vice
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Editor’s note: ABC-7 incorrectly said New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District has flipped between Democrats and Republicans for 22 years. The parties have alternated control of the district since 2018. ——————————————————————————————————– EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Second Congressional District in New Mexico serves the southern half of the state, including Las Cruces, Silver City, Alamogordo,
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Name: Monica Reyes Age: 55 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: Executive Director of Student Support Services for Canutillo Independent School District Relevant Experience: My leadership experience spans over 33 years in education, where I’ve had the opportunity to serve in key roles that have prepared me for the responsibilities of a City Council member. As a principal,
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Name: Dorothy “Sissy” M. Byrd Age: 67 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: Retired Relevant Experience: After 10 years as an Insurance Specialist. Having to deal with people in the community and be a resource to them and find resources that were useful to them. I retired from a Home Health Agency, here in El Paso. My academic
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Name: Elizabeth Cordova Age: 57 Party: Nonpartisan Occupation: Small business owner of Herencia/My Heritage magazine (bilingual) we highlight local small businesses and write positive articles. Relevant Experience: Graduate of Eastwood High School, A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Leadership El Paso class of 2000, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Women’s leadership, 14 anniversary of my magazine in publication
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