Removal halted for DACA recipient, Catalina “Xochitl” Santiago
UPDATE (09/11/2025): Santiago’s attorneys confirmed to ABC-7 that the federal government’s request to recuse Immigration Judge Michael Pleters was…
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Governor Abbott signs executive order to protect kids from hemp products
AUSTIN, TX (KVIA) — Today Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order aimed at protecting children from hemp-derived products,…
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Woman dies after 19-year-old disregards stop sign, crashes into her car: Texas DPS
VAN HORN, Texas (KVIA) — One person is dead after a crash on I-10 outside of Van Horn Tuesday morning. Investigators say Harlingen, Texas resident…
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UTEP expands esports program; EPCC launches its own
by Daniel Perez September 9, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. A 1990 “Far Side”…
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Gov. Greg Abbott orders minors banned from THC products
By Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune Sept. 10, 2025 “Gov. Greg Abbott orders minors banned from THC products” was first published by The Texas Tribune,…
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ABC-7 at 4: Horizon City Winefest
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)– September 2nd, 2025 – Get ready to raise your glasses! The 7th Annual Horizon City Wine Festival returns to Horizon City…
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ABC-7 at 4: EPCC announced Esports as its new athletic program
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-El Paso Community College will participate in activities and competitions with more than 200 other institutions across the…
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Mesilla Valley residents urged to sign up for emergency alert app
The Mesilla Valley Regional Dispatch Authority and the Doña Ana County Office of Emergency Management are urging all residents to sign up for…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Another hot and dry day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday’s weather will continue to lean hot and dry before the return of rain chances later this week. Today will be…
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Northeast residents express concerns about surge in crashes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Northeast El Paso has seen it’s fair share of construction over the last few years, and they will be seeing more soon. The…
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ABC-7 Storm Track Weather – Staying hot for Wednesday
Temps will stay hot for Wednesday with highs in the mid and upper 90’s again. Not expecting any rain chances for the next couple of days. Rain…
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Texas Rep. James Talarico launches Democratic bid for U.S. Senate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Democratic Texas State Representative James Talarico has just announced he’s running for the U.S. Senate. Rep. Talarico made…
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City of El Paso partnering with AARP with ‘age-friendly’ community
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso is now recognized as an age friendly community. The City of El Paso says this marks the start of an initiative to…
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Inspection at CERESO No 3 in Ciudad Juarez
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Chihuahua State Police seized multiple items during an inspection at CERESO No. 3 in Ciudad Juarez, one of the…
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Group arrested for illegal entry, alleged smuggler facing prosecution
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — U.S. Border Patrol Chief for the El Paso Sector Walter N. Slosar continues to warn those attempting to cross into the US…
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Police speak out about use of force at Cincinnati Entertainment District bar
Update (September 9, 2025): El Paso Police just released a statement on the incident that happened at a Cincinnati Entertainment District bar on…
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Family of El Paso man who died after being tased by police to file lawsuit seeking accountability
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Angelica Lujan, the mother of Xavier Guadalupe Hernandez, the 30-year-old man who died after a confrontation with police…
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Fort Bliss soldier arrested in Las Cruces, charged with aggravated battery
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Fort Bliss soldier is facing aggravated battery and other charges in Las Cruces. Las Cruces Police say that Ryder Scott is…
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DEA arrests over 600 people in massive operation against the Sinaloa drug cartel
“The Sinaloa Cartel’s reach is vast and unremitting,” a DEA officials said. By Jon Haworth September 9, 2025, 1:28 AM The Drug Enforcement…
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Doña Ana County Commissioner Shannon Reynolds criticized for allegedly sharing personal info of residents online
DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico Environmental Law Center is calling for action after Doña Ana County Commissioner Shannon…
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Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other restrictions
By Renzo Downey, The Texas Tribune Sept. 9, 2025 “Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other…
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The voice inside: How self-talk could help save lives during suicide prevention month
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — What if the biggest obstacle holding you back isn’t the world around you but the story you’re telling yourself? That’s…
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ABC-7 at 4: Emergence Health Network encourages the community to celebrate 988 Day in creative ways
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- 988 Day, a national initiative dedicated to raising awareness for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Emergence Health…
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The Senior: story of 59-year-old college football player comes to life on big screen
College football is a brutal, high-impact sport that tests the physical and mental limits of young athletes. But what happens when you put on the…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Hot temps and dry conditions continue
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temperatures will once again trend hot as we remain dry through the region. Rain chances do look slim today resting between…
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One dead, another injured after East El Paso shooting
UPDATE: El Paso Police say two people were shot possibly outside of a home. A man in his 30’s died as a result of his injuries. A woman in her 20’s…
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ABC-7 Storm Track Weather – Temps heat up; storm chances later week
Temperatures will stay hot for the next several days, getting close to triple digits. The hottest days will be Tuesday and Wednesday. There is a…
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Federal agencies arrest 35 migrants, smugglers in human smuggling scheme
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem posted on her X account over the weekend the arrest of 33 migrants and two…
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Kissing bug disease: Humans and pets can be in danger of getting Chagas disease
EL PASO (KVIA) — Health experts confirm kissing bugs are present in El Paso County. The insects carry the parasite that causes Chagas disease, a…
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El Paso receives shipment of hibiscus plants harboring invasive pest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced new actions to fight the cotton jassid, also known as the two-spotted…
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