USGS says magnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes northwestern Argentina near border with Chile
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Authorities say a 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck in northwestern Argentina near the border with central Chile,…
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I-10 reopens through Culberson, Hudspeth counties after winter storm that stranded thousands
UPDATE, Jan. 31: VAN HORN, Texas —Interstate 10 has reopened in both directions after an hours-long closure that started Wednesday night…
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White Christmas in some areas as large winter storm hits Midwest & Northeast U.S.
CLEVELAND, Ohio — A large winter storm brought blizzard conditions to the Midwest and left over 100,000 on the East Coast without power on Christmas…
Continue ReadingSan Diego County wildfire prompts evacuations at Camp Pendleton and nearby area
A wildfire in northern San Diego County has grown by nearly 1,300 acres — burning a total of 4,276 acres — and prompted mandatory…
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How does Santa climb down the chimney?
Christmas is one day away and Santa’s has a very hard job! He has very little time to deliver presents around the world. When he makes the trip…
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Covid-19 is now on every continent as Antarctica records its first outbreak
Antarctica has recorded its first Covid-19 case after 36 people tested positive on a research base, according to a statement released by the Chilean…
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WATCH: Video shows the ‘Christmas Star’ as Jupiter, Saturn come closest they have in centuries
The two largest planets in our solar system are coming closer together than they have been since the Middle Ages, and it’s happening just in…
Continue Reading NMSU holds online ‘Christmas Star’ viewing as Jupiter, Saturn line up closest in centuries
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — It’s a once-in-a-lifetime astronomical event. On Monday evening after sundown, Jupiter and Saturn will line up closer…
Continue ReadingUpstate New York driver gets stuck in car for 10 hours after snow plow covers him with nearly 4 feet of snow
A 58-year-old driver from Upstate New York was rescued by police after he was stuck in his car for more than 10 hours during the snowstorm that swept…
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Powerful winter storm drops heavy snow on Northeastern U.S.
NEW YORK, NY — A powerful winter storm system delivered heavy snow across the Northeast, blanketing much of Pennsylvania, New York and New…
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Thousands of El Paso homeowners may soon be forced to buy flood insurance
EL PASO, Texas — Thousands of El Paso residents may be forced to take on flood insurance costs soon as Federal Emergency Management Agency…
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Powerful storm system will drop more than a foot of snow in some parts of the Northeast
A major storm is set to bring heavy snow to the Northeast and a dangerous wintry mix farther south Wednesday — and could slam New York City…
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Las Cruces police warn leaving a car unattended while warming it up invites thieves
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – Las Cruces police are reminding motorists who warm up their cars on cold mornings not to leave their vehicles running…
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#GivingTuesday: Operation Noel spreads holiday warmth to children
EL PASO, Texas — The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is known as Giving Tuesday. It’s a day where people are encouraged to create a massive wave of…
Continue ReadingEast Coast braces for snow, heavy rain in first major storm system of the fall
In typical 2020 fashion, the East Coast’s first major storm system of the fall will arrive right as we say good riddance to this year’s…
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East Coast braces for snow, heavy rain in first major storm system of the fall
In typical 2020 fashion, the East Coast’s first major storm system of the fall will arrive right as we say good riddance to this year’s…
Continue ReadingCatch a lunar eclipse during the full beaver moon early Monday
Take a break from online holiday shopping this weekend to enjoy the full moon and a penumbral lunar eclipse. Both events will be visible early Monday…
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Ski Apache hopeful for some snow as storm moves over New Mexico
MESCALERO, New Mexico — Forecasters with the National Weather Service in New Mexico say a storm is expected to cross over the state on Saturday…
Continue Reading Beach erosion from Tropical Storm Eta unearthed remnants of an 1800s shipwreck in Florida
After Tropical Storm Eta swept across northern Florida earlier this month, a beachgoer made a discovery while walking on the shore in St. Augustine.…
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Hurricane Iota makes landfall on Nicaragua coast as dangerous Category 4 storm
MANAGUA, Nicaragua — The U.S. Hurricane Center said Iota made landfall Monday night on the Nicaraguan coast as a dangerous Category 4 storm. The…
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‘B Warm’ campaign donating hundreds of blankets to El Pasoans in need
EL PASO, Texas — The Braden Aboud Memorial Foundation has been keeping El Paso warm through the ‘B Warm” campaign since 2007. In the last 15 years,…
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Extreme Weather Task Force seeks blanket donations to help the needy
EL PASO, Texas – In anticipation of colder winter temperatures, the Extreme Weather Task Force continues to seek donations of blankets and to…
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LIVE updates: At least 3 dead after Hurricane Zeta hammers Gulf Coast
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana — At least three people have died as Hurricane Zeta pounded New Orleans and much of the Gulf Coast with heavy rains and…
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Winter Weather Advisory: Freezing temps follow early snow
EL PASO, Texas — A Winter Weather Advisory issued by the National Weather Service remained in effect for much of the Borderland region after many…
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El Paso doctor warns human behavior in cold weather can increase spread of coronavirus
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The CDC reports it’s still unknown what effect weather and temperature can have on COVID-19. However, health experts say…
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Snowfall leads Ysleta ISD to delay start for learning hubs, employees working at administrative offices
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Ysleta Independent School District has issued a two-hour delayed start for students going to the district’s learning…
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West El Paso outage left 4,100 without power for about an hour during storm
EL PASO, Texas — A power outage late Monday night amidst the arrival of a major, early winter storm with the coldest temperatures of the season left…
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60,000 people told to evacuate as wind-driven wildfire grows fast in Southern California
LOS ANGELES, California — A fast-moving wildfire has forced evacuations for 60,000 people in Southern California as powerful winds across the state…
Continue Reading Fierce Diablo winds and strongest fire weather this season force power cuts to some 361,000 customers in Northern California
With the strongest Diablo winds and fire weather of the season predicted for Sunday, Pacific Gas & Electric says it will shut off power for…
Continue Reading A winter storm may soon be a natural fire hydrant to Colorado’s East Troublesome Fire
Despite red flag weather warnings, officials battling the Colorado East Troublesome Fire said conditions are improving to bring the blaze under…
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