EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Early voting is underway in Texas and New Mexico. During the November General Election, two El Paso County Commissioner precinct races will be on the ballot. In Precinct 4, voters will choose between Democrat Annette Griego and Republican Leo Arcos. ABC-7 asked both candidates about what they believe is the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With the November election fast approaching and early voting happening now, ABC-7 is bringing you in-depth coverage of the important races on the local ballot. ABC-7 Xtra host Andrew J. Polk hosted a debate with candidates for District 1 on El Paso City Council – Daniela Garcia and Sam Armijo. The
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The race for Texas’ 16th Congressional District, which includes the vast majority of El Paso County, features incumbent Democratic Congresswoman Veronica Escobar and Republican nominee Adam Bauman. Rep. Escobar has represented the district since she was sworn in to office in 2019. Bauman is a Navy veteran and former Border
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Name: Annette Griego Party: Democratic Occupation: Family nurse practitioner Website Relevant Experience For nearly 20 years, I have dedicated my career to serving families and children through family and pediatric medicine. As a healthcare professional, business owner, and commercial and residential real estate investor, I bring a unique combination of leadership, financial responsibility, and firsthand
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 spoke to the Republican and Democratic candidates for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District ahead of the midterm elections. This is the congressional seat that was left vacant after former Republican U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales resigned. Katy Padilla Stout is the Democratic nominee. She’s a former elementary school teacher and family
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With early voting kicking off Monday in Texas, ABC-7 is sitting down with candidates in local races to help keep voters informed. For El Paso County Commissioner Precinct 2, voters will see two candidates on their ballot. The race is between Republican Matt Sistrunk and Democrat Miguel ‘Mike’ Teran. As
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ahead of early voting for the November election starting on Monday in Texas, ABC-7’s Andrew J. Polk spoke one-on-one with the challenger for the El Paso County Judge seat. Minerva Torres Shelton discussed her campaign and the issues affecting the county, and how she would handle them if elected. As
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Anchondo and is waiting for his response. Name: Chris Anchondo Age: 52 Party: Democratic Website
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The Socorro Independent School District (SISD) Board of Trustees has unanimously approved putting a Voter-Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) on the November 3, 2026 ballot. According to the Super Intendent of Socorro ISD James Vasquez, the proposed tax increase aims to generate about $49 million annually to address rising costs and state funding gaps, supporting
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Voters will decide whether to allow the Ysleta Independent School District to raise its tax rate beyond what the state allows to save its financial status. The YISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the voter-approval tax rate election (VATRE) in August. It would generate up to $5.5 million a year by moving some property tax
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Voters can vote on whether they’re for or against the following propositions: Proposition A: Designation of Mountain Shadow Unit 1 Defined Area? Proposition B: THIS IS A TAX INCREASE. The issuance of bonds in the maximum amount of $3,500,000 for water, sanitary sewer ad drainage system improvements to serve Mountain Shadow Unit 1 Defined Area,
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With early voting already underway in New Mexico, voters are making their voices heard ahead of the November election. As part of ABC-7’s Your Voice, Your Vote coverage, ABC-7 anchor Marcel Clarke sat down one-on-one with Democratic Congressman Gabe Vasquez, who is seeking re-election to represent New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District. The conversation focused on
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Director for Position No. 1 Samuel Madrid Director for Position No. 2 Luz Marquez Jorge Carrasco, Jr. Director for Position No. 5 Joe T. Solis
Continue Reading Lower Valley Water District Board of Directors, Place 1 Rosalinda Alarcon Vigil Maria G. Mendoza Lower Valley Water District Board of Directors, Place 2 Rod Chavez Lower Valley Water District Board of Directors, Place 3 Henry A. Trujillo
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District at Large (two-year term) Patsy Mendoza Write-in District at Large (vote for no more than three) Cindy Andrade Carrillo Breanne Barnes Sergio Martinez Guadalupe Montañez Blanca Trout Ryan Escamilla Dr. Pedro Galaviz
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Tornillo ISD Board of Trustees, Place 4 Estela Pacheco Ida Carbajal Estrada Tornillo ISD Board of Trustees, Place 5 Bryan Alvarez Tornillo ISD Board of Trustees, Place 6 Ofelia Bosquez Lupita Alcala Tornillo ISD Board of Trustees, Place 7 Carmen Bonilla Irma Elias
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Fabens ISD Board of Trustees, Place 1 Alberto Sanchez Angel Ornelas Jr. Fabens ISD Board of Trustees, Place 2 Benjamin Morales Maria (Lupe) Ornelas Gloria Sepulveda Hernandez Fabens ISD Board of Trustees, Place 4 Julieta Sepulveda Ramirez Raymundo Calzadias
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Four El Paso City Council races will be on the ballot this November. ABC-7 hosted the District 5 Candidates for an in-studio debate. City Rep. Ivan Niño, the incumbent, has served as District 5 city representative since 2025. He is a lifelong resident of El Paso with more than a
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Some Doña Ana Community College campuses will serve as polling places for early voting in the midterm election. From Oct. 17-31, early voting will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., except for Sunday and Monday. East Mesa campus, 2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd. Sunland Park center, 3365 McNutt Rd.,
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Middleton and is waiting for his response. Name: Mayes Middleton Age: 45 Party: Republican Occupation: Member of the Texas State Senate Website
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Name: Nathan Matthew Johnson Age: 58 Party: Democratic Occupation: Member of the Texas State Senate Website Relevant Experience I’ve worked multiple decades as a commercial litigator and more recently as a mediator, in matters across a wide range of industries. I know the litigation world. Legal training and experience are, of course, a functional prerequisite
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Name: Vikki Ann Goodwin Age: 59 Party: Democratic Occupation: Texas state representative Website Relevant Experience I’ve spent the last eight years in the Texas House, delivering for my district. I’ve worked on the state budget, served on the Appropriations and Insurance Committees, and worked on legislation covering everything from public education to infrastructure. I’ve learned
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Patrick and is waiting for his response. Name: Dan Goeb Patrick Age: 76 Party: Republican Occupation: Lieutenant Governor of Texas Website
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Name: Leo Arcos Party: Republican Occupation: Veteran Website Relevant Experience My relevant experience is rooted in leadership, service, and fiscal responsibility. I hold an MBA and a master’s degree in leadership, giving me the knowledge to understand budgets, evaluate priorities, and make sound financial decisions. More importantly, I understand that taxpayer dollars are not government
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Romero and is waiting for his response. Name: Jesse Romero Party: Republican
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Ivey and is waiting for his response. Name: Ben Ivey Age: 52 Party: Republican Occupation: Judge of the 120th Judicial District of Texas
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Garza and is waiting for his response. Name: Robert Garza Party: Republican Website
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Name: Eddie Morales Jr. Age: 51 Party: Democratic Occupation: Texas State representative for House District 74 Website Relevant Experience I am proud to be serving in my third term as State Representative for House District 74 and have previously served as City Attorney for the City of Eagle Pass and the City of Brackettville. I
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Herrera and is waiting for his response. Name: Brandon Herrera Party: Republican Occupation: Content creator, entrepreneur Website
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Editor’s Note: ABC-7 sent a questionnaire to Stout and is waiting for her response. Name: Katy Padilla Stout Party: Democratic Occupation: Attorney Website
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