2024 National Edward R. Murrow Award Winner: The Final Punishment
This episode of the Borderland Crimes Podcast won a 2024 National Edward R. Murrow Award. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Dec. 4, 2001, the man…
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Rep. Isabel Salcido files to run for El Paso mayor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Rep. Isabel Salcido filed to run for El Paso mayor today. That is according to online records. Salcido represents District…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Near record high temperatures for the Borderland tomorrow and this weekend
We are issuing a First Alert in preparation for a sweltering weekend. We will see temperatures up to 105 in the Borderland. Today, we will top out at…
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Hiker dies near McKelligon Canyon
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department Search and Rescue team is bringing a dead hiker down off the Franklin Mountains near McKelligon…
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Keeping animals happy and healthy: Inside the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Living in a kennel, and surrounded by hundreds of other animals for long periods of time, could have significant negative…
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Migrants in Juarez play second edition of Copa América Migrante
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Dozens of migrants and staff at both the Kiki Romero and Leona Vicario migrant shelters gathered at the Estadio 20 de…
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El Paso Mayor Leeser discusses city manager selection process
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser is set to hold a news conference Thursday to discuss the city manager selection process,…
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Las Cruces police arrest man wanted for murder in Colorado
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces police just arrested 48-year-old Oscar Martinez. Officers were called out on a shoplifting call, and as…
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Maintaining a healthy pregnancy, tips from El Paso OB-GYN
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Ensuring a healthy pregnancy is a top priority for expecting mothers and taking the right steps early are critical. ABC-7…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Hot Thursday, drier conditions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday temperatures are once again expected above average as conditions continue to dry. Today we continue to trend above…
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El Paso ISD loses millions in state funding
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– In an effort to determine if school campuses are following the Texas EducationAgency’s (TEA) Student Attendance Accounting…
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City manager hiring feels “rushed,” says selection committee member
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City of El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser is set to hold a news conference Thursday to address the city manager selection process.…
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“Fentanyl: A Mother’s Grief” to air Thursday on ABC-7 at 10 p.m.
EL PASO (KVIA) – Fentanyl is a drug that’s killing people in the El Paso and Las Cruces area at alarming rates. As officers continue to crack down on…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Air Quality Alert in effect
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are under an ABC-7 First Alert due to the Air Quality Alert in effect until 8 p.m. today. Expect high temperatures in the…
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Save lives by volunteering: Inside the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Volunteering at the Humane Society of El Paso is easy. Not only that, but officials said helping the animals there is…
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WHO declares mpox outbreaks in Africa a global health emergency as a new form of the virus spreads
AP Medical Writer LONDON (AP) — The World Health Organization declared the mpox outbreaks in Congo and elsewhere in Africa a global emergency on…
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One person seriously injured in motorcycle crash in Northeast El Paso
UPDATE: El Paso Police posted on their X account that all lanes have been reopened as of 6 p.m. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A crash closed all lanes of…
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‘Slap in the face’: Sister of man who died in fiery crash unsatisfied with suspects’ sentencing
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 26-year-old Saul Miguel Gutierrez and 21-year-old Kayla Nunez each pled guilty to two charges today: manslaughter and…
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Las Cruces Public Schools begins process to re-draw school boundaries ahead of Columbia Elementary re-opening
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces Public Schools will soon start re-drawing school boundaries, and it coincides with the future opening of…
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El Paso, TX (KVIA)T)- Raul Rodriquez and Maria Ramos from Lulac Council 9 join us to talk about an opportunity for local business…
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Judge rules in favor of Pickett in franchise fee lawsuit, City of El Paso appealing
Update: The City of El Paso just announced that it is appealing the ruling on the Environmental Franchise Fee. “The City will be asking the 8th Court…
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High school volleyball season begins; Coronado tops El Paso in five sets
EL PASO, Texas – The high school volleyball season is officially underway. Tuesday, several El Paso teams took the court to begin their respective…
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Anthony man sentenced to 20 years for possessing, receiving child pornography
Update (August 14, 2024): The court sentenced Gallardo to 20 years in prison. “Upon his release from prison, Gallardo will be subject to 25 years…
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Federal authorities keep finding migrant stash houses in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Homeland Security Investigations, U.S. Border Patrol, and Immigration Customs Enforcement agents, among others, continue to…
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Juarez police looking for suspect in shooting that left two men dead in wealthy neighborhood
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Ciudad Juarez authorities continue to look for the people that shot and killed two men on the streets of a residential…
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El Paso sees increase in attacks against Border Patrol agents
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector says they have seen a recent increase in attacks against Border Patrol agents. The El…
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Young man beats cancer, gains new friend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 24-year old Jacob Lerma was given three to six months to live after being diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma. Now, after months…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Air Quality Alert Wednesday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are under an ABC-7 First Alert for the poor air quality expected today. An air quality alert is in effect from 7 AM- 8 PM…
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