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Local officials, family respond to victims killed by Ruidoso floods
A Fort Bliss soldier and his wife are in the hospital with serious injuries after getting caught in the Ruidoso floods, leaving their two young…
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El Paso Man Recounts Deadly Flooding During Visit to Family Home in Central Texas
Lance Robert’s family has owned a home just 10 miles outside the valley for more than two decades in central Texas. Situated on high ground between…
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Migrant advocates on the border say they feel their hands are tied over immigration concerns
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — La Casa del Migrante in Juárez, one of the largest migrant shelters in the city, has seen a significant decline…
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Construction along Montana Ave. continues; some businesses feel the impact
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Some local businesses continue express frustration as construction on Montana Ave. continues in East El Paso. According to…
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Tips on reducing your summer electricity bill
As temperatures increase, so does your electricity bill. ABC-7 spoke with El Paso Electric for tips on how you can reduce energy costs this summer.…
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One dead, another injured in “pedestrian accident” according to Sunland Park officials
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — One person is dead and another is in the hospital with serious injuries after an incident Sunland Park officials…
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Chihuahua AG says: more families asking for assistance than uncremated bodies found
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Chihuahua Attorney General César Jáuregui along with his department (FGE) and the state medical examiner’s office…
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Last day for public comment input on proposed border wall construction in New Mexico
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking public comments on a proposed 1.32-mile construction of a new border…
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July 4th fireworks shows, parades, festivities
You might not be allowed to pop your own fireworks in the city but there are plenty of places across El Paso County where you can enjoy spectacular…
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Border Patrol’s BORSTAR unit trains agents in the El Paso Sector
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol Search, Trauma and Rescue (BORSTAR) Unit was established in 1998 to respond to injury and…
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Avoid grill fires, injuries during your July 4th barbecue
Before you light up your grill this 4th of July, ABC-7 spoke to the Sunland Park Fire Department for important safety tips to avoid any fires or…
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Chihuahua authorities find hundreds of uncremated bodies at Juárez crematorium
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Chihuahua Attorney General’s Office (Fiscalía General del Estado) continues investigating a crematory…
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Juarez teen apprehended after pursuit ends in High Ridge neighborhood
Update (3:00 PM): Texas DPS officials say that the pursuit ended with troopers arresting Juarez resident Gabriel Villa, 18. The department released…
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Life coach has free guide to help navigate life changes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Summer isn’t just a change of season, it’s often a season of emotional shifts, too. Whether your child is graduating,…
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Keeping pets anxiety-free, safe at home on 4th of July
Before heading out for some fun and fireworks this 4th of July, make sure to keep your pets safe indoors to prevent them from suffering with anxiety…
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Court Appointed Special Advocates help Borderland foster children
EL PASO (KVIA) — If you go to the Heart Gallery of El Paso website at www.heartgalleryelpaso.org you can see a handful of amazing kids who hope…
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Good Vibes Only: Coloring for a Change
El Paso, Texas (KVIA)– A trip to the hospital can be a scary place, especially for young children. They often find themselves in an empty room,…
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Ruidoso businesses deal with aftermath of heavy flooding
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Businesses in Ruidoso are trying to clean up after floodwaters swept through the village the last few days. We sent ABC-7’s…
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Borderland truck drivers learning English after signing of executive order
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order back in April, enforcing that all truck drivers in the U.S. and…
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ABC-7 at 4: Miss Texas discusses her experience representing the Lone Star State and, Miss Texas Week
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The countdown is on. In just a few days, Miss Texas will be crowned. Miss Texas 2024 Annette Addo-Yobo explains how she has…
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ABC-7 at 4: Cruise Ship Crimes
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Cruise ship crime reports are rising—Derek Hackert from the FBI El Paso El Paso explains what you need to know before you…
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Spider monkey captured in Juarez
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Officials in Juarez captured a spider monkey. This video from our news partners Canal 44 shows an animal control officer…
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El Paso City Council opposes electric company’s proposed rate increase
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, El Paso City Council voted to oppose El Paso Electric’s proposed rate increase by 22%, or $23 per month, starting in…
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ABC-7 at 4: MCA Foundation to host Border Health Innovation Summit
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—On May 22, 2025, the Medical Center of the Americas Foundation will host…
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ABC-7 at 4: Local Mom Competes for National Inked Magazine Cover
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Krista Rodriguez is a single mother of three in El Paso. She was recently selected as a finalist in Inked Magazine’s 2025…
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Mexican authorities respond to incident inside CERESO 3 in Juárez
UPDATE (June 24, 2025): The Chihuahua State Police Department just reported they have concluded with inspections and operations at CERESO 3 in Ciudad…
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Child advocates speak on differences between discipline and abuse
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Experts and professionals in children’s development say that while people often try to discipline their kids, they…
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Juárez’s Animal Welfare Department fining residents over animal cruelty and abuse cases
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The city of Juárez continues to see cases of animal cruelty throughout the area, having recently issued fines to over…
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