County opens Migrant Support Center in Central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The County of El Paso has opened a new County Migrant Support Center. It has been opened in partnership with its contractor,…
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Growing distrust from migrants in Juarez after multiple confrontations with local authorities
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Migrants in downtown Juarez say they’ve had troubling run-ins with Juarez Municipal Police and the National Institute of…
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Is it safe to travel to Mexico? Here’s what you need to know
(CNN) — The kidnapping and killing of US travelers this week in the Mexican city of Matamoros, just over the border from Brownsville, Texas, has put…
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Migrant raids lead to confrontation in Juarez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A confrontation broke out Wednesday between migrants and law enforcement in front of a downtown Juarez hotel. The National…
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Dozens of women in Juarez commemorate International Women’s day
JUAREZ, Mexico (KVIA) — Women in Juarez will commemorate International Women’s day with several events. Wednesday started with an offering to women…
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seize 150 pounds of narcotics at El Paso ports of entry
EL PASO, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seize 150 pounds of narcotics at two El Paso ports of entry. According to CBP…
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Violence in Mexico might affect medical tourism in the borderland
JUAREZ, Mexico (KVIA) — After news of four U.S. citizens were kidnapped in Tamaulipas, Mexico, some local residents say they’re reconsidering doing…
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Border Patrol agent involved in Monday’s shooting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials say a Border Patrol agent was involved in a shooting near the border wall. The…
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Rollover crash in Sunland Park sends nine people to the hospital
Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story said that the crash happened in Santa Teresa. Sunland Park Mayor Javier Perea told ABC-7 the crash…
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Two overnight fires in Juarez cause concern
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Early Monday morning, two fires in separate locations raised concern for Juarez residents. The first one happened around…
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4 US citizens missing in Mexico were there for medical procedures and targeted by mistake, US official says
(CNN) — Four US citizens who were assaulted and kidnapped in northeastern Mexico on Friday are believed to have been targeted by mistake, a US…
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Juarez authorities held a meeting to discuss the migrant situation after downtown confrontation
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On Wednesday, three migrants were arrested in Downtown Juarez after they committed an “administrative foul” according to…
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Mexican man wanted for homicide returned to Mexico at El Paso bridge
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Immigration officials in El Paso removed a Mexican man wanted for homicide in Chihuahua, Mexico, on Wednesday. Cesar…
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Chamizal park in Juarez has 400 dying trees, 32 fell after last weekend’s storm
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The historic Chamizal park in Juarez suffered damage during Sunday’s strong winds, 32 trees fell down. The city’s…
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“Ezequiel,” the Juarez pancake-eating pig caught stealing a kilo of tortillas, finds new home
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — “Ezequiel” has received some attention lately after escaping home. In late 2022, Juarez authorities rescued him and…
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Immigration roundtable held in downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 2023 Global Border Summit took place in downtown El Paso, and included a roundtable discussion from Texas immigration…
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“Dignity in the desert,” mental health sanctuary helps those in need just outside of Juarez
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — “Visión en Acción” is a shelter on the outskirts of Juarez that has been helping people with mental needs for nearly…
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Migrant falls several feet near Mt. Cristo Rey, suffers serious injuries
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico — A 47-year-old migrant was rescued by Sunland Park Fire crews early Thursday morning after falling between 10 to 15 feet…
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Crash in West El Paso damages homeowner’s backyard
EL PASO, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety officials have confirmed a pursuit that ended in a crash damaging a the backyard of a West El…
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Person seriously injured after falling off border wall
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico — Sunland Park Fire crews responded to a person falling off the border wall Wednesday night. According to Sunland Park Fire…
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Missing Bowie High teen found along with Juarez teen boy also reported missing
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Family of a missing Bowie High School teen reported the 15-year-old is safe and has been communicating with family,…
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents apprehend 61 migrants at Las Cruces checkpoint
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents apprehended 61 migrants cramped inside a moving trailer. El Paso Sector Acting…
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Man wanted for homicide arrested at the Bridge of the Americas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A man wanted for homicide in Brownfield, Texas, was caught trying to cross into the US through the Bridge of the Americas…
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Biden administration rolls out new asylum restrictions mirroring Trump-era policy
(CNN) — The Biden administration released a new rule Tuesday that largely bars migrants who traveled through other countries on their way to…
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You can now apply to adopt the tattooed Juarez cat once owned by a cartel leader
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The cat found inside of CERESO 3 with a gang tattoo, that’s gained worldwide fame, will be set up for adoption. And now…
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Bowie High School student missing for nearly a week
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 15-year-old El Paso girl has been missing since Valentine’s day. Chihuahua’s attorney general is asking for the public’s…
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Migrants apprehended in west El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Several migrants were apprehended in West El Paso near the off ramp of I-10 and Executive Monday morning, according to the…
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20-year deported Vietnam Veteran to get access to earned benefits after years of waiting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 20-year deported Vietnam Combat Veteran will be crossing the Cordova Bridge to El Paso Monday to access his earned…
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Cat with gang tattoo rescued from Juarez prison to be given up for adoption
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A cat tattooed with symbols used by members of a criminal group was found at Cereso prison in Ciudad Juarez,…
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500 migrants encountered in the lower valley following false rumors
UPDATE– El Paso Sector Border Patrol officials confirm to ABC-7 that a large group of 500 migrants illegally entered the United States Wednesday…
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