ABC-7 at 4: All of Us Journey Tour to Stop in El Paso
El Paso, Texas ( KVIA)- El Paso is one of the stops on the All of Us Journey’s national tour. The community will be able to learn how to participate…
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A Texas county removed 17 books from its libraries. An appeals court says eight must be returned.
By KEVIN McGILL Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Eight books dealing with subjects including racism and transgender issues must be returned to…
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How opioid prescriptions to Medicaid patients in Texas stack up
Ophelia explored prescription opioid dispense rates in 2021 and how Texas compared using Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services…
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Texas Attorney General sues U.S. Department of Labor over new rule on overtime pay
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General, Ken Paxton, has sued the U.S. Department of Labor after what he calls, quote, “for attempting to…
Continue Reading Colleges, nonprofits can apply for new Texas funding to boost qualified worker numbers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Applications for the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund are now open. Junior…
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Rural Texas healthcare facilities can now apply for funding to incentivize new nurses
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Agriculture just announced it is taking applications for the Rural Nursing Recruitment and Retention…
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Texas ranks #23 in mental health care deserts
ADHD Advisor used data from the Health Resources & Services Administration to map and analyze mental health provider shortages across the U.S. and in…
Continue Reading Texas Democrat who joined GOP in supporting ban on gender-affirming care for minors loses primary
By SEAN MURPHY and ANDREW DEMILLO Associated Press A Texas Democratic lawmaker who broke with her party by supporting a ban on gender-affirming care…
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El Paso County to Host Community Feedback Sessions on Potential Bond Proposal
El Paso, TX—El Paso County is exploring the possibility of going to voters for a capital improvement bond as early as November 2024. This second…
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ABC-7 at 4: FBI’s new Child ID App, helpful tool for parents
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Summertime is approaching. As school ends and many families are planning summer vacation trips, the FBI is sharing an app…
Continue Reading At least 13 people are dead after tornado-spawning storms strike the Central US Memorial Day weekend
Originally Published: 26 MAY 24 00:09 ETUpdated: 26 MAY 24 15:48 ETBy Dalia Faheid, Paradise Afshar and Ashley R. Williams, CNN(CNN) — At least…
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NAMI El Paso to host “Ending the Silence” benefit concert
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) El Paso Chapter, El Paso International Music Foundation, and Star City Studio…
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ABC-7 at 4: High Blood Pressure Awareness
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-High blood pressure—or hypertension—is a significant risk factor for heart disease. High blood pressure—or…
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Petition seeks to remove Canutillo ISD board president
UPDATE – ABC-7 heard back from Canutillo ISD trustee Breanne Barnes, who was mentioned by name in the statement provided by the board president…
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The Extreme Weather Task Force, is set to launch its “Summer Safety & Fan Drive”
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—The Extreme Weather Task Force has launched its “Summer Safety & Fan Drive.” According to the El Paso Medical Examiner’s…
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The City of El Paso to open a new Women, Infants, and Children center
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—The City’s Department of Public Health will open a new WIC center. The city is celebrating its new location, which provides…
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How compensation compares between Texas staff and travel nurses
Vivian Health used its proprietary data and BLS statistics to map differences in pay between registered travel and staff nurses in Texas and across…
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$17 million in grants now available to rural Texas hospitals
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott is awarding $17 million in grants to hospitals serving rural communities, including in the…
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Families of Uvalde shooting victims sue Texas DPS officers for waiting to confront gunman
By Berenice Garcia, The Texas Tribune May 22, 2024 “Families of Uvalde shooting victims sue Texas DPS officers for waiting to confront gunman” was…
Continue Reading ‘Slavery’ in Socorro? One of the last surviving participants in a U.S. program for migrant workers speaks out
Originally Published: 21 MAY 24 07:57 ET Updated: 21 MAY 24 11:47 ET By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN (CNN) — Some of Sebastian Corral’s memories…
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National Travel and Tourism Week
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—The Travel Information Center in Anthony will celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. The center is one of 12 located near…
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“And the battle begins”: Inside the City, El Paso Zoo Society’s dispute over membership funds
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is getting ready to close out its contract with the El Paso Zoological Society and questions remain…
Continue Reading Governor Abbott appoints four to Finance Commission of Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Kathleen Fields, David Osborn, Troy Lambden, and Miguel Romano to the Finance…
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Texas governor dedicates memorial in Austin to Texas Department of Public Safety fallen officers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott held a ceremony showcasing a memorial dedicated to Texas Department of Public Safety fallen…
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Gov. Greg Abbott pardons Daniel Perry, veteran who killed police brutality protester in 2020
By William Melhado, The Texas Tribune May 16, 2024 “Gov. Greg Abbott pardons Daniel Perry, veteran who killed police brutality protester in 2020” was…
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Conservators from the Texas Education Agency speaking to public following appointment to SISD
UPDATE – Conservators from the TEA, Michael Hinojosa and Andrew Kim, addressed the public today as their work begins trying to assist issues within…
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Houston man accused of kidnapping daughter of double homicide victim
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 26-year-old Houston man Alek Isaiah Collins has been charged with interstate kidnapping of a child in connection with the…
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Barge hits bridge connecting Galveston and Pelican Island, causing partial collapse and oil spill
By LEKAN OYEKANMI and JUAN LOZANO Associated Press GALVESTON, Texas (AP) — A barge slammed into a bridge pillar in Galveston, Texas, on Wednesday,…
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Xtra depth on El Paso Fire Department Water Rescue Team helping in the floods in Central Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Monday, El Paso Fire Department confirmed to ABC-7 that 6 members from the Water Rescue Team were being deployed to…
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott appoints Paso Del Norte Health Foundation Vice President to the Texas Diabetes Council
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced today he has appointed Paso Del Norte Health Foundation’s of programs Vice President,…
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