Hit and run near Canutillo Elementary School
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — Late on Thursday night, a pickup truck ran through a fence and hit a water pump building near Canutillo Elementary School…
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Clean-up event for 4th of July left-over trash
An El Paso County Commissioner wants to remind residents to not leave trash behind after 4th of July events, and to enjoy them responsibly. Jackie…
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The 4th of July can be triggering for veterans with PTSD
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 4th of July is a time to celebrate America’s Declaration of Independence. Traditionally the celebration includes…
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Former EPISD special ed teacher charged with six counts of injury to a child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– On June 26, Rachael Lucas, was arrested and charged with six charges of bodily injury to a child. Lucas is a former special…
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Firework safety: how to stay safe on the holiday weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 4th of July is one of the most festive holidays in the country, and El Paso officials say safety is one of the biggest…
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El Paso International Airport expects to see 48,000 travelers this 4th of July holiday period
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso International Airport is getting ready for approximately 48,000 people to travel this Fourth of July weekend. That…
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Meet the stars of UTEP Dinner Theatre’s SpongeBob Musical
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP Dinner Theatre presents The SpongeBob Musical with opening date July 11. Two of the stars of the production stopped by…
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TSA now offering military families expedited access to PreCheck at El Paso airport
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — TSA is introducing expedited access to PreCheck for military families at the El Paso International Airport. The airport will…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday: El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte has been on the job for six months. Sunday night on ABC-7 Xtra, I sit down with Sheriff…
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July 4th fireworks shows, parades, festivities
You might not be allowed to pop your own fireworks in the city but there are plenty of places across El Paso County where you can enjoy spectacular…
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Border Patrol’s BORSTAR unit trains agents in the El Paso Sector
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol Search, Trauma and Rescue (BORSTAR) Unit was established in 1998 to respond to injury and…
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El Paso veteran who was honored with emotional parade dies of breast cancer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso veteran who was honored with a drive-by parade this Spring as she battled terminal breast cancer has died. Erica…
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Texas Dept. of Agriculture Commissioner comments on plans to reopen livestock ports
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sid Miller, Commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture, shared the following statement regarding the USDA’s plans…
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Avoid grill fires, injuries during your July 4th barbecue
Before you light up your grill this 4th of July, ABC-7 spoke to the Sunland Park Fire Department for important safety tips to avoid any fires or…
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El Paso Police release body camera footage from officer-involved shooting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police have released footage from the officer-involved shooting that left one man dead and one officer injured on…
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Safe Streets Operation coordinated law enforcement response for July 4th
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This Independence Day weekend, many will likely take to the parks and streets around the county to celebrate. But making…
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County commissioners approve $1 million for Downtown El Paso Deck Plaza
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioners voted during their meeting today to approve county funding for the Downtown El Paso Deck Plaza…
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Juarez teen apprehended after pursuit ends in High Ridge neighborhood
Update (3:00 PM): Texas DPS officials say that the pursuit ended with troopers arresting Juarez resident Gabriel Villa, 18. The department released…
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ABC-7 Do-Gooder: El Paso pastor honors late wife with new ministry
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso pastor spends his time leading a ministry… but also being a leader in the community. He’s newest mission…
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Man accused of killing Arizona pastor included El Paso on his list of future targets: Report
PHOENIX, Arizona (KVIA) — Our news partners ABC15 in Phoenix are reporting that the man accused of killing an Arizona pastor included El Paso on his…
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Fight over El Paso Electric’s proposed rate increase plows on
by Diego Mendoza-Moyers June 30, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The El Paso City…
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Keeping pets anxiety-free, safe at home on 4th of July
Before heading out for some fun and fireworks this 4th of July, make sure to keep your pets safe indoors to prevent them from suffering with anxiety…
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1 person hospitalized with minor injuries after collision on Transmountain Rd. East
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person was sent to the hospital with minor injuries Sunday morning after a collision in the eastbound lanes of…
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Pop Goes the Fort returns to Fort Bliss with a performance from Sugar Ray
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– An estimated 20,000 people came out to Biggs Park for an early 4th of July celebration. The celebration has been a tradition…
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El Paso Children’s Hospital expands to Eastlake with new urgent care
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso children’s hospital opened a new urgent care in far east El Paso. The new eastlake urgent care is located at…
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14 year olds referred to El Paso juvenile detention center the most in the past 5 years
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Over the last five years, 54% of the juveniles referred on assault family violence have been females. Further data shows 14…
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Ysleta ISD approves $420.2 million budget with $22.2Â million deficit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — At the last night’s Ysleta Independent School District Board meeting, members voted four to three to approve a $420.2…
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El Paso events: Celebrate punk, revel on Fort Bliss, sip margaritas
by El Paso Matters Staff June 25, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. Here’s a…
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El Paso Fire Department Lieutenant Neal Douglas dies
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department is mourning the death of Lieutenant Neal Douglas. “Lieutenant Douglas served the El Paso Fire…
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Good Vibes Only: Coloring for a Change
El Paso, Texas (KVIA)– A trip to the hospital can be a scary place, especially for young children. They often find themselves in an empty room,…
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