New Mexico Border Authority, USDA prepare to reopen livestock crossing
SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Thursday the livestock crossing in Santa Teresa will reopen next week after…
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Members of Congress demand info on VA Advisory Committee on Women Veterans
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Lawmakers demanded answers from the Department of Veterans Affairs about its support for women veterans. Thursday, U.S.…
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New Mexico AG Torrez hosts ‘Keeping Kids Safe’ town hall in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — After a landmark ruling ordering Meta to pay $942 and overhaul protection for children on its platforms, New Mexico…
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Supreme Court rejects Trump administration’s attempt to restrict mail-in voting
By Peter Charalambous The Supreme Court on Monday rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to limit mail-in voting for now, keeping in place a…
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Deb Haaland, Gabe Vasquez host campaign rally in Las Cruces
UPDATE (2:53 PM) — Greg Cunningham released the following statement regarding the rally held by Democratic nominee for New Mexico Governor Deb…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – Buses, Ballots, and the Bottom Line
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Election day is getting closer for voters in the Borderland and across the nation. In just over a month, some will be able…
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Republican El Paso County Judge candidate Minerva Torres Shelton sits down with ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke
Republican candidate Minerva Torres Shelton is outlining her priorities as she campaigns for El Paso County Judge. Torres Shelton is running against…
Continue Reading Trump administration files urgent appeal with Supreme Court over USPS mail-in ballot rules
By Devin Dwyer The Trump administration on Thursday filed an urgent appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court seeking permission to immediately implement…
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New Mexico governor appoints new Otero County Magistrate Court judge
(KVIA) — Tuesday, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said she appointed a new judge for the Otero County Magistrate Court, Division 2.…
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ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke sits down one on one with Democratic gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa
ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke sat down one on one with State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor. Hinojosa is challenging…
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Gina Hinojosa speaks on data centers, affordability in El Paso campaign visit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Texas State Representative Gina Hinojosa is in El Paso Monday ahead of the November election. She’s running for Texas…
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Gov. Abbott blocks state agencies from spending money on Flock cameras
The order came as The Texas Tribune was preparing to publish an investigation detailing how a state agency has devoted at least $30 million to…
Continue Reading Court temporarily blocks new USPS mail ballot rule
UPDATE (Aug. 28, 2026): A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Postal Service from implementing a new rule that could…
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Abbott proposes 3-year bachelor’s degree options for Texas public universities
(KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott called on Texas public colleges and universities to establish three-year undergraduate degree options Wednesday.…
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Texas’ limits on certain drag shows ruled unconstitutional again
by Ayden Runnels, The Texas TribuneAugust 25, 2026 Texas once again cannot enforce its restrictions on some public drag shows after a federal judge…
Continue Reading Gina Hinojosa to speak about data centers, host town hall in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Representative Gina Hinojosa said she will visit El Paso Aug. 31 ahead of the November election. She’s running…
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USPS makes new rules for mail-in ballots
The changes would not go into effect until the court lifts its injunction. By Nathan Lee August 23, 2026, 10:13 AM The United States Postal Service…
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Texas State Rep. James Talarico talks data centers, immigration with ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With less than 100 days until Election Day, ABC-7 is committed to bringing Borderland voters the information they need…
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Gov. Abbott proposes directing 70% of school district spending to classrooms during El Paso visit
UPDATE (Aug. 19, 2026): Wednesday, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a new education initiative that would require school districts to dedicate 70% of…
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US Sen. Cornyn announces nearly $190k grant for El Paso County law enforcement
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, U.S. Senator John Cornyn said the Department of Justice awarded $189,848 in federal grant funding to El Paso County…
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Canutillo ISD names candidates running in school board election
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The Canutillo Independent School District announced the candidates running for four open seats on its board of trustees.…
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El Paso County joins federal lawsuit against DHS over new election rules
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday, El Paso County announced it joined a federal lawsuit challenging the Department of Homeland Security’s decision to…
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DHS Deputy Secretary Troy Edgar to speak at Mesilla policy forum
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The America First Policy Institute is hosting a policy forum Monday in Mesilla, New Mexico, featuring U.S. Department of…
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Limits on certain firearms, silencers lifted for some in Texas after judge’s order takes effect
by Alex Nguyen, The Texas TribuneAugust 13, 2026 Nearly century-old federal restrictions on certain short-barrel firearms and silencers were lifted…
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Rep. Gabe Vasquez visits La Mancha Wetlands in addressing New Mexico water issues
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Wednesday, Congressman Gabe Vasquez toured La Mancha Wetlands Restoration Project in Las Cruces to explore solutions for…
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Escobar asks Environmental Protection Agency to investigate Marathon refinery air permit compliance
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday, U.S. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrators urging the…
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Abbott proposes 10-year prison minimum for improper teacher-student relationships
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a proposal with tougher penalties for educators and school employees convicted…
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ICE will no longer use Socorro warehouses, scraps detention center plans
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Tuesday, U.S. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar announced that some Socorro, Texas, warehouses purchased by the Department…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – The EPISD Bond and what could potentially be included
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of the largest school districts in the El Paso area is getting closer to making a decision on putting a big new school…
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Meta commits to Texas data center standards: Abbott
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Monday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said Meta will comply with his standards and guidelines for data centers. Meta has a…
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