Hemp Industry Leaders of Texas concerned about inaccurate testing on their products
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–The Federal farm bill was passed into law in December 2018. The law states that Hemp which is less than .3% THC dry weight,…
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Gateway Hotel in Downtown El Paso acquired, to be renamed
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The historic hotel in downtown El Paso that was shut down for becoming a public nuisance, accused of harboring crime and…
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‘Viva! El Paso’ creator Hector Serrano dies at 83
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Combatting an epidemic of loneliness amongst the elderly during the holidays
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — The U.S. Surgeon General has warned of an “epidemic of loneliness and isolation” and a “lack of connection” is…
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El Paso Fire Department looking for multiple hikers on Franklin Mountains
UPDATE: El Paso Fire Department posted at around 2:30 p.m. the hiker on Smugglers Pass was found and brought down the mountain. Crews are evaluating…
Continue Reading El Paso opens warming shelters in city libraries, recreation centers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With Winter setting in, the City of El Paso is opening warming shelters around town for residents who need a safe and warm…
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Sun Metro to offer free rides during Christmas day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sun Metro will offer free rides all day on Wednesday, December 25, as a sign of appreciation towards customers on Christmas…
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Sun Metro offering free rides on Christmas Day
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — Sun Metro shares they are spreading holiday cheer by offering FREE rides on Christmas Day. The free rides will be provided…
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One person taken to the hospital by helicopter after being thrown out from their car
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person was taken to the hospital via helicopter with serious injuries following a crash in Northeast El Paso, according…
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City of El Paso reminds residents to celebrate safely this holiday season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Local law enforcement agencies and community leaders will come together in Downtown El Paso Monday morning to remind El…
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El Pasoans rush to go last-minute Christmas shopping
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — Christmas is just 2 days away, but many El Pasoans still have some gift shopping to do. If you’re still out there…
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Star on the Mountain to be Lit Red and Green for Christmas
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — The El Paso Chamber to Light the Star on the Mountain will shine in festive red and green to celebrate the holiday season.…
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22 migrants found by U.S. Border Patrol in an El Paso house
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Twenty-two migrants were discovered by U.S. Border Patrol agents in an El Paso house on December 16, according to U.S.…
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El Paso Police to increase traffic enforcement during the holidays
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department will increase traffic enforcement during Christmas and New Year after receiving a grant from…
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23-year-old man dead after trying to “intervene” in fight with two groups ; Police says shooter fled
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police Department has identified the 23-year-old man killed in a Northeast El Paso shooting as Jose Rufina Melendez.…
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El Paso fire crews put out structure fire in the Segundo Barrio
UPDATE: El Paso Fire Department (EPFD) has confirmed the fire at a warehouse in the Segundo Barrio has now been knocked down. No injuries were…
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“Jury Duty: Summoned Away” Why many El Pasoans are summoned to jury duty but don’t serve
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Jury duty is a critical component of the American justice system. This year ABC-7 has heard numerous accounts from potential…
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Shoppes at Solana welcomes trilingual Santa
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This holiday season, Santa is visiting the Shoppes at Solana in West El Paso to greet children of all ages in three…
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Opportunity Center for the Homeless to hold candle-lighting ceremony in honor of lives lost to homelessness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Opportunity Center for the Homeless (OCH) will hold a candle-lighting ceremony to honor the lives lost to homelessness…
Continue Reading The City of El Paso offers a one stop shop for people in need this holiday season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– According to Adela Alonso, Community Development Program Manager for City of El Paso, during the holidays people tend to need…
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SUNDT Construction hosts toy drive
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — SUNDT Construction hosted a toy drive at Tays Apartments, it is located at 2114 Magoffin Ave, El Paso, TX 79901. The toy…
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Jury acquits Daniel Villegas of domestic assault
Update (December 20, 2024): Court records show that an El Paso jury acquitted Villegas of assault causing bodily injury to a family member. The jury…
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Why jury participation is so critical in El Paso despite frequent releases
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In recent months ABC-7 has heard numerous accounts of people summoned for jury duty only to learn they had been released the…
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Crash in East El Paso seriously injures one person
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A crash late Thursday night sent one person to the hospital with serious injuries. El Paso Fire dispatchers said the crash…
Continue Reading DWI treatment program holds graduation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso DWI/Drug Court Intervention and Treatment Program held a graduation December 19, 2024, at the Enrique Moreno…
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$2 million grant given to El Paso for port of entry upgrades
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $2 million to the city of El Paso. The funds will go towards the six international ports of entry…
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Las Palmas Medical Center donates turkeys to El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — In the spirit of the holiday season, Las Palmas Medical Center donated 200 turkeys to El Pasoans fighting hunger food bank.…
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Head Start children receive a holiday goodie bag filled with treats and books
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — Nearly 4,000 Head Start children receive a holiday goodie bag filled with treats and books. This as part of the annual…
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Charlie Clark Nissan El Paso is giving away a car, and it’s free to enter. Here’s how
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Charlie Clark Nissan El Paso is giving away a brand new car on Saturday, December 21, 2024. The new Nissan Versa will be…
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El Paso Judge finds Public Defender’s Office correct on allegations of altering evidence by D.A.’s Office
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — County Court at Law Judge Ruben Morales found the El Paso County Public Defender’s Office correct in its allegations that…
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