Overgrown weeds pose problems for the City of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Driving down some highways in El Paso, you may see weeds covering the median. The director of Environmental Services for the…
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30 hotels in El Paso haven’t paid their occupancy tax
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Every year, the City of El Paso contracts an independent auditor to conduct audits into 20 hotels. A recent report released…
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Texas Tech El Paso announces new Biomedical Ph.D. program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center have announced a new Ph.D. program for Biomedical Sciences. This new doctoral…
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National Science Foundation kills UTEP-led grant from 2024
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The National Science Foundation has ended a UTEP-led grant that would have brought at least $15 million to the region. The…
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El Paso Rainbow room is asking the public to donate for children and families in crisis
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Child Protective Services caseworkers are often sent in the middle of the night to rescue a child or help a family…
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After more than a year, NSF eliminates ‘suspended’ UTEP-led grant
by Daniel Perez August 13, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The National Science…
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Best private K-12 schools in the El Paso metro area
Stacker compiled a list of the best private K-12 schools in the El Paso metro area using data from…
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Judge finds probable cause in Fort Bliss soldier espionage case, Grand Jury will hear from prosecution
Update: United States Magistrate Judge Laura Enriquez ruled there was sufficient evidence for Fort Bliss soldier Taylor Adam Lee’s case to go before…
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Amid budget constraints, El Paso County employees, commissioners won’t get pay raises
No salary increases for El Paso County leaders, employees in next year’s budget – and what that could mean to your county tax bill by Elida S.…
Continue Reading Fort Bliss soldier accused of spying for Russia makes first court appearance
Update: Taylor Adam Lee, wearing a dark-colored jumpsuit and black glasses with his head shaved, sat quietly throughout the hearing. He did not speak…
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You no longer have to walk 10,000 steps to reap the health benefits
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– New research conducted by the University of Sydney revealed people who walk 7,000 steps a day will still have health benefits…
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Miners fans celebrate the start of football season at UTEP’s “Fan Day”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Miner nation fans celebrated the upcoming football season with their favorite players at the Sun Bowl Stadium. “It’s so…
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City Council not naming interim Chief Internal Auditor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council voted this week to not name an interim replacement for outgoing Chief Internal Auditor Edmundo…
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County officials at standstill for March 2026 Primary
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The first key deadline for the March 2026 primary is September 9th, but without knowing where the boundaries will be drawn,…
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Whataburger celebrates 75th Anniversary; Star on the Mountain to shine orange and white in celebration
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today, you can grab a #1 classic burger for just 75 cent through the Whataburger app. The…
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El Paso’s twin taekwondo fighters share special bond
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans Jesus and Angel Jasso are twins. They turn 18 this upcoming October, and they are both national champions in…
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Mortgage rates fall to 10‑month low, offering relief for El Paso buyers
Redfin Real Estate reports on dropping mortgage rates in El Paso, TX metro…
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Mosquitoes in El Paso’s Upper Valley test positive for West Nile Virus
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Some mosquitoes in the Upper Valley have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The virus, which spreads through…
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EPPD searching for teens who attacked a man suffering from a traumatic brain injury
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– For the last nine years, Christian Kelsey has gone to Sunrise Park to play Pokémon GO. On July 9th he was attacked by two…
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El Paso Police looking for suspected ATM thief
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police are looking for a suspected ATM thief. The man is being featured as the latest Crime of the Week. “Since late…
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El Paso’s Adventure Zone closes after 23 years in business
Update: ABC-7 sat down with owner J.R. Philips for one final tour and to find out why he was closing the business. “It’s been a great run,”…
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Words of Wisdom: Prioritizing relationships in the digital age
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— With today’s cutting-edge technology, a hyperfocus on likes on social media, and the rise of artificial…
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Emergence Health Network Hosts Back-to-School Family Resource Symposium
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Emergence Health Network hosted a back-to-school symposium that focused on the importance of mental health with children as…
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‘Mission accomplished’: Ft. Bliss soldier charged with trying to spy for Russia
Update (6:07 PM): Officials with the 1st Armored Division confirmed that Lee is a specialist. He is a tank crewman, according to the spokesperson.…
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Autopsy reveals man tased by officers on I-10 died by asphyxiation; death ruled a homicide
El Paso Police officials are speaking at a news conference this afternoon. Watch the news conference live below: EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has…
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Migrants found inside sewer in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Videos on social media showed a group of migrants inside a sewer in El Paso’s storm drain system. The El Paso Police…
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El Paso Film Festival announces Kevin Smith as featured guest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Kevin Smith, known for the cult classics Clerks, Chasing Amy, Dogma, and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, will be a featured…
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Fact check: Did a recent El Paso oil refinery flare violate Texas environmental regulations?
by Brandy Ruiz August 5, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. No. A recent flare at El…
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Word of Wisdom: Encouraging teachers and educators this school year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— In today’s installment of our Words of Wisdom segment, Adair Margo is encouraging teachers and educators as they also…
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August 3rd Day of Remembrance Ceremony
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dozens gathered at the Healing Garden to commemorate the 6th Anniversary of the Mass shooting that killed 23 people and left…
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