EPISD students highlight Montessori Education
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—The last week of February marks Montessori Education Week. The El Paso Independent School District provides Montessori…
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Addressing rise of colorectal cancer in younger people, potential causes
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and doctors are sounding the alarm on the increasing diagnoses and how symptoms can go unnoticed. If…
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El Paso Artist and Farmers Market Returns for 15th Anniversary Season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The El Paso Artist and Farmers Market returned to downtown Saturday to kick off its 15th anniversary season. Vendors lined…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – One-on-One with Sheriff Oscar Ugarte
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With a bit more than a year in office now, El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte (D) is still making adjustments to the…
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Supporters and opponents support GOP Rep. Gonzales ending reelection bid
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Rep. Tony Gonzales is ending his reelection bid after admitting to an affair with a former staffer who later died by suicide,…
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Daylight saving poses health risks; doctor warns, shares tips to adjust
Some people are excited for longer days with the time change this weekend… But one doctor is sharing why she’s against daylight savings. “Oh yeah,…
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Las Americas faces difficulties meeting with clients due to measles outbreak at Camp East Montana
FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Homeland Security announced this week that it placed Camp East Montana under quarantine due to a recent…
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Gas prices in El Paso highest in the state amid conflict with Iran
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Drivers in El Paso are paying the highest gas prices in Texas, according to the American Automobile Association, prompting…
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IDEA Public Schools hosts 5K run, healthy living expo
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – IDEA Public Schools El Paso is hosting its annual 5K run/walk and healthy living expo for the entire community. The event is…
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UPDATE (7:00) – ABC-7 spoke with the director of Las Americas, the immigration advocacy group, Marisa Limón Garza. She said that she’s “cautiously…
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After the polls closed, El Paso County turns to audits and preps for runoff elections
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A day after technical issues slowed voter check in during Tuesday’s primary election, El Paso County election officials…
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Founders of Opportunity Center for the Homeless honored for their dedication
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Each year, El Paso Inc. honors a person or group that embodies El Paso’s spirit, generosity and values. The 2025 Community…
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Local philanthropist and art advocate earns El Pasoan of the Year honor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Each year, El Paso Inc. recognizes an individual who has helped advance El Paso over the last 12 months and sometimes even a…
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On World Obesity Day, local doctors educate on growing pandemic, new treatments
World Obesity Day is a time to raise awareness on the growing pandemic affecting millions of children and adults across the world. Dr. Benjamin…
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Newcomers defeat incumbents David Stout, Sergio Coronado in El Paso County commissioners Democratic primary
by Priscilla TotiyapungprasertMarch 3, 2026 First-time candidate Annette Griego ousted incumbent El Paso County Commissioner Sergio Coronado for the…
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El Paso voters describe confusion, delays after check-in issues
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As polls opened Tuesday across El Paso County, voter check-in devices, known as poll pads, experienced technical issues at…
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Voting continues in El Paso despite poll pad issues
UPDATE (11:57 PM) – The El Paso County Elections Department has provided an update saying when polls opened some experienced an inability to allow…
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What’s required to vote in Texas Primary Election 2026
There are more than 523,000 registered voters in El Paso County, but not all will be voting today. For the primary elections, a voter must…
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 2026 midterm primary elections had their early voting period end on Friday, February 27th. El Paso County voters have…
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Socorro ISD captures state theater award
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—The Socorro Independent School District continues to celebrate after earning the Texas Thespians Premiere Communities for…
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Continuing conversations about teen dating violence all year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time to help promote healthy, respectful and safe relationships.…
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El Pasoans react following attacks on Iran
EL PASO, TX (KVIA)– In the Borderland, residents are reacting with concern and uncertainty following news of a global attack that has dominated…
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17 Measles cases reported in El Paso County; Health Officials urge vaccinations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The Department of Homeland Security says all of the 17 cases in El Paso, 13 cases involve detainees at Camp East Montana, a…
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Good Vibes Only: EPISD students celebrate Black History Month
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— The month of February marks Black History Month, a time to recognize the contributions and achievements of African Americans…
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Department of War shot down ‘seemingly threatening’ drone within military airspace near El Paso
UPDATE AT 9:25 P.M. The Department of War, the FAA and CBP issued this joint statement to ABC-7: “At President Trump’s direction, the Department…
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El Paso mother urges access to Duchenne treatment
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– An El Paso mother traveled to Washington, D.C., this week to advocate for her 14-year-old son, who is living with a rare…
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Special meeting at El Paso County Emergency Services to discuss Socorro Detention Centers
UPDATE: The ESD board did not take any action on the item, but around 30 people gave public comment on the issue. Everyone who spoke was against the…
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Trump urges passage of SAVE Act during State of the Union; Democrats warn of voting access impact
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– During his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump called on Congress to pass the Safeguard American Voter…
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ABC-7 at 4: Free tax preparation help with GECU and the VITA Program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With tax season upon us, there are options available for free tax preparation assistance for those who qualify in the…
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ABC-7 at 4: Community Resiliency with the United Way of El Paso County
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A focus on community resources to promote mental health, overcoming stress, and resiliency for individuals and the…
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