El Paso’s Franklin Mountains & Hueco Tanks state parks will NOT re-open Monday
EL PASO, Texas — Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday had announced that most Texas state parks would re-open to the public next week as part of an initial…
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Youth soccer team that survived Walmart shooting sends positive message during pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The EP Fusion Girls’ soccer team wants to make people smile during this difficult time. The team published a video on social…
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The Nate-ure Report: Sloths and Alligators at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — ABC-7’s Nate Ryan has literally taken us on a wild ride with”The Nate-ure Report,” introducing viewers to the animals of the El…
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Fun at-home static-electricity experiment to do with your kids during coronavirus outbreak from ABC-7 StormTRACK
School closures due to the coronavirus outbreak mean borderland children are about to spend a lot more time at home. That’s challenging on any…
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Parkland High School band spreads cheer with virtual performance of ‘Amazing Grace’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Parkland High School band, in the Ysleta Independent School District, is hoping to spread a little cheer during these…
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Only 1 place left in the Borderland to get a haircut, but you have to be a soldier or a vet
FORT BLISS, Texas — All barber shops and salons across the Borderland have been closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, so many people have resorted…
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The Nate-ure Report: Giraffes at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas – The “Nate-ure Report” rolls on as ABC-7’s Nate Ryan heads to the African Savannah to meet the world’s tallest living mammal, the…
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Ruidoso tourism hit hard by virus pandemic as shops, restaurants stay empty
RUIDOSO, New Mexico — Closed for business. Those are the words that Ruidoso residents currently see written across the doors of many businesses in…
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Las Cruces Catholic Diocese to let small numbers attend Mass
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The Roman Catholic diocese in Las Cruces has announced it will reopen churches and allow a small number of people to…
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Foods to boost your mood, now that you really need it
It’s all too easy to reach for comfort foods when feeling stressed or anxious. Consuming that extra scoop of ice cream or another handful of…
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The Nate-ure Report: Galapagos Tortoises at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — In the latest installment of “The Nate-ure Report”, ABC-7’s Nate Ryan meets Ralph and Mr. Potato Head, the Galapagos tortoises at…
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Virtual prom set for Borderland high school students on Saturday night
EL PASO, Texas — It’s practically a right of passage for a high school senior, and no we aren’t talking about walking across the stage for their…
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El Paso’s lauded Butterfield Trail Golf Club being shut down due to financial woes
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso’s signature public golf course will not reopen after the coronavirus pandemic eventually ends, officials confirmed to ABC-7…
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Pandemic takes toll on those fighting substance abuse: Resources to help
EL PASO, Texas — Uncertainty and fear stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, coupled with the need to shelter-in-place, can take a toll on our…
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‘It’s okay to cry’: Las Cruces family celebrates great-grandmother’s 90th birthday through window
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — At 90-years-old, Frances Haussamen has survived the Great Depression, World War II and a century’s worth of both economic…
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El Paso photographer offers free photo shoot to help boost high school seniors spirits
EL PASO, Texas — The Facebook group, “Adopt a High School Senior El Paso” was created as a way to make high school seniors feel important.The…
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The Nate-ure Report: Sea Lions at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — Coronavirus has kept visitors from entering the El Paso Zoo, but on the inside the zoo’s vast diversity of species still need to be…
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The Nate-ure Report: Jaguars at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — In the second installment of “The Nate-ure Report,” a profile series on the diversity of species at the El Paso Zoo, ABC-7’s Nate…
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Burning Man festival canceled for 1st time ever amid virus concerns
RENO, Nevada — Nevada’s death toll from the coronavirus has topped over 100 as the sweeping impacts of the outbreak across the state now include…
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Sunday Funday Moment: El Paso man offers free supplies to those in need
EL PASO, Texas– For many of us, finding household supplies like toilet paper and water can be difficult right now because of our current…
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Watch replay: Easter Sunday Mass with El Paso’s Bishop Seitz
(Editor’s note: You can watch a replay of the Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection Sunday in the video player above.) ABC-7 partners with El Paso Catholic…
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‘El Paso Strong’ tree wearing mask brings ‘lots of smiles’ during pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Centers for Disease Control is recommending all people wear cloth masks if they have to leave their homes during the…
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Whataburger offering free burgers with buy 1, get 1 deal
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Whataburger is offering a deal you won’t want to miss. The Texas-based fast food chain announced a buy one, get one deal. The…
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Mt. Cristo Rey & Chamizal closed as Easter events are banned in parks across the Borderland
EL PASO, Texas — Both Mount Cristo Rey and the Chamizal National Memorial are now closed to visitors until further notice, officials announced…
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Closed on the outside, El Paso Zoo stays wild inside
EL PASO, Texas — Coronavirus has kept visitors from entering the El Paso Zoo in recent times, but on the inside the zoo’s vast diversity of species…
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‘Modern Family’ cast shares memories as series finale airs on ABC-7 from 7 to 9 PM
LOS ANGELES, California — The group crying began after the final scene of the last episode of ABC’s “Modern Family” was taped — with the…
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Community Champion: Hanks runner commits to University of Texas
EL PASO, Texas — It’s not easy signing to compete at a division one university, but with hard work and determination, anything is possible. Hanks…
Continue Reading El Paso’s Franklin Mountains State Park closed after Abbott orders state parks shutdown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday announced the closure of all state parks and historic sites – including El Paso’s Franklin…
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Sunday Funday Moment: El Paso Zoo stays connected through Social Media
EL PASO, Texas– The El Paso Zoo may be closed due to COVID-19, but that’s not stopping The El Paso Zoo Society from keeping Zoo members entertained.…
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Scenic Drive, Red Sands shut down to prevent group gatherings that may spread virus
EL PASO, Texas — Authorities have shut down El Paso’s Scenic Drive as well the Red Sands area to the public as of this weekend in the hopes of…
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