Juarez authorities discuss possible new migrant surge and shelter
JUAREZ, Chihuahua — Juarez officials are planning to open a new shelter in the “Anapra” area with more migrants coming to the border. Since last…
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Pistol used in deadly kidnapping of Americans in Mexican border city was purchased in the US, criminal complaint says
Originally Published: 20 MAR 23 18:33 ETBy Rosa Flores, CNN (CNN) — One of the weapons used in the deadly abduction of four…
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Texas lawmakers pass bill that will allow prosecutors to charge fentanyl distributors with murder if there is a death
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Fentanyl distributors will be charged with murder in Texas if the dangerous drug leads to a death, after the state’s senate…
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Man with a dream cooks for hundreds in need miles away from home
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Scott Cohen is a cook and an artist from Maryland that has traveled to places around the world helping those in need.…
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Border chief disputes DHS has ‘operational control’ of the entire US southern border
(CNN) — US Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz on Wednesday said the US does not have “operational control” of the southern border, contradicting a…
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Migrant Pursuit ends in Central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — Four migrants have been turned over to Border Patrol agents after an early morning pursuit Wednesday, according to Texas Department…
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Chihuahua state authorities speak out as more migrants arrive in Juarez Monday
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Hundreds of migrants arrived in El Paso’s sister city on Monday night on a train. They arrived to Downtown Juarez around…
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Gov. Abbott says Texas National Guard soldiers blocked a surge of migrants at El Paso border
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas National Guard soldiers prevented a surge of migrants Tuesday attempting to cross the border illegally into El Paso,…
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Two Venezuelans face federal assault charges following confrontation with Border Patrol agent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The FBI arrested two men from Venezuela following Monday’s confrontation with a U.S. Border Patrol agent in west El Paso.…
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CBP names new El Paso Border Patrol Sector Chief
EL PASO, Texas — Anthony “Scott” Good has been named El Paso Border Patrol Sector Chief Patrol Agent, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said in a…
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Juarez authorities speak out after migrants stormed Paso del Norte Bridge Sunday
JUAREZ, Chihuahua — Juarez authorities discussed the migrants’ actions at a Monday morning news conference after migrants stormed the bridge Sunday…
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Mexico’s president says Mexico is safer than the US
Originally Published: 13 MAR 23 14:29 ETBy Tatiana Arias and Caitlin Hu, CNN (CNN) — Mexico is a safer country than the…
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Las Cruces migrant shelter still receiving around 90 migrants a week, but is prepared for possible increase
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — “It’s unfortunate what’s going on right now,” said Susana Torres, shelter manager at El Calvario Methodist Church in…
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Congresswoman Escobar: social media needs to be used responsibly after rumors led to migrants rushing the US-Mexico border
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Congresswoman Veronica Escobar discussed the aftermath of Sunday’s migrant riot at the U.S.-Mexico border. “We need more…
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House unveils bill giving state authority to “repel” and return migrants crossing from Mexico
By Uriel J. García, The Texas Tribune March 10, 2023 “House unveils bill giving state authority to “repel” and return migrants crossing from…
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Hundreds of migrants storm the Paso Del Norte Bridge, as Title 42 ends in May
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Multiple law enforcement agencies were seen in full riot gear as the large group of migrants pulled apart barriers to make…
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Paso del Norte International Bridge reopens following migrant riot
UPDATE 8:12 P.M. – El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego has reported that the Paso Del Norte Bridge is open for pedestrians and one lane has been…
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5 more arrested in deadly kidnapping of Americans in Mexico as questions continue to swirl around the case
Originally Published: 10 MAR 23 01:49 ETUpdated: 10 MAR 23 21:40 ETBy Josh Campbell, Karol Suarez, Rosa Flores, Caroll Alvarado and Paul P. Murphy,…
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House unveils bill giving state authority to “repel” and return migrants crossing from Mexico
By Uriel J. García, The Texas Tribune March 10, 2023 “House unveils bill giving state authority to “repel” and return migrants crossing from…
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Court rejects DOJ bid to transfer Texas immigration lawsuit because of alleged ‘judge shopping’
Originally Published: 10 MAR 23 17:42 ETBy Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge on Friday rejected a Justice Department…
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Tesla coming to Mexico, how will it impact our border area?
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On Friday, a Juarez leader who oversees the maquiladora commerce spoke about how Tesla will have a direct impact on the…
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Deported veteran who died in Mexico to be buried at Fort Bliss National Cemetery
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – ABC-7 learned that according to the Department of Homeland Security, Moreno’s condition did not fit an emergency status. His…
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection seize narcotics at the Bridge of the Americas
EL PASO, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized fentanyl and cocaine on two separate occasions on March 7, 2023. CBP officers…
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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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