El Paso swim instructor teaches children how to survive in the water
EL PASO, Texa (KVIA) — As the Borderland continues to face triple-digit temperatures, one local instructor is teaching kids survival…
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New El Paso Electric lineworkers graduate from Western Tech
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Twelve students graduated from the Western Technical College (Western Tech) lineworker program Friday morning in a…
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Gene Roddenberry Planetarium will soon be open to the public at no charge
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The Gene Roddenberry Planetarium has a new location, new look and some new benefits. Starting in September the planetarium…
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I-10 East closed following three-vehicle crash; one person in the hospital with serious injuries
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — I-10 East at Piedras is closed following a three-vehicle crash that sent one person to the hospital with serious injuries.…
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DONATE HERE: Humane Society Telethon
Click here to donate! Don’t forget to vote for Team Dog or Team Cat! Click here to check the current tallies. If you would like to commemorate a pet…
Continue Reading El Paso Zoo invites community to celebrate International Orangutan Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is inviting the community to celebrate International Orangutan Day on Saturday, August…
Continue Reading MUTTS Canine Cantina to host its first ‘Cars & Canines’ event
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — MUTTS Canine Cantina will hold its first ever ‘Cars & Canines’ event on Saturday, August 17. This is an event that will…
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“A pattern of non-response:” Texas AG puts Canutillo ISD spokesman on notice
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Attorney General’s Office on Friday sent a letter to Canutillo Independent School District’s director of…
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Is El Paso a cat city or a dog city? How you can participate in the 31st Happiness Happens Here Telethon this weekend
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The Humane Society of El Paso is hosting their 31st Annual Happiness Happens Here Telethon presented by Mark…
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“Xtra Depth”: Mother grieves for son lost to fentanyl, while she & DEA continue fight to prevent drug deaths
EL PASO (KVIA) — Fentanyl is a drug that’s killing people in the El Paso and Las Cruces area at alarming rates. As officers continue to crack down…
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El Paso Fire confirms injuries in Transmountain rollover crash, all lanes now open
Update: 10:20 P.M. – El Paso Fire says all nine patients were taken to an area hospital for treatment of minor injuries. El Paso Police report that…
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Water from thin air: AguasEsperanza Project places solar panels that generate drinking water in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Project Bravo and private partners are working to with the County of El Paso to place solar panels that create drinking…
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UTEP awarded $2.5 million grant to study nicotine dependence in women
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The new $2.5 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is part of the National Institutes of Health…
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KVIA, Borderland Crimes Podcast wins 2024 National Edward R. Murrow Award
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — KVIA ABC-7’s Borderland Crimes Podcast was one of the dozens announced as a winner of the 2024 National Edward R. Murrow…
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Maintaining a healthy pregnancy, tips from El Paso OB-GYN
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Ensuring a healthy pregnancy is a top priority for expecting mothers and taking the right steps early are critical. ABC-7…
Continue Reading El Paso ISD loses millions in state funding
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– In an effort to determine if school campuses are following the Texas EducationAgency’s (TEA) Student Attendance Accounting…
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City manager hiring feels “rushed,” says selection committee member
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City of El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser is set to hold a news conference Thursday to address the city manager selection process.…
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‘Slap in the face’: Sister of man who died in fiery crash unsatisfied with suspects’ sentencing
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 26-year-old Saul Miguel Gutierrez and 21-year-old Kayla Nunez each pled guilty to two charges today: manslaughter and…
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Judge rules in favor of Pickett in franchise fee lawsuit, City of El Paso appealing
Update: The City of El Paso just announced that it is appealing the ruling on the Environmental Franchise Fee. “The City will be asking the 8th Court…
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EPISD loses potential $3.25 million in state funds over absences, poor attendance reporting
by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersAugust 13, 2024 The El Paso Independent School District potentially lost about $3.25 million in state funding…
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El Paso Water featured in Texas Monthly for water conservation, reclamation projects
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Water is the subject of an article in the August issue of Texas Monthly about the water utilities efforts to…
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El Paso sees increase in attacks against Border Patrol agents
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector says they have seen a recent increase in attacks against Border Patrol agents. The El…
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El Paso City Council votes to let voters decide on Multipurpose Center’s future
Editor’s Note: A previous version of this story listed Mayor Oscar Leeser as one of the people who voted in favor of the motion. Leeser did not…
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Renard Johnson files for El Paso mayoral race
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Local businessman Renard Johnson officially filed for candidacy in the El Paso mayoral race on August 13. In a meeting with…
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Paso del Norte Community Foundation awards $325,000 in student scholarships
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This year, over $325,000 dollars will be funding students’ success. The Paso del Norte Community Foundation celebrated its…
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ABC-7 at 4: Revolutionize Your HR and Business Leadership at DisruptHR El Paso 2.0
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV)-DisruptHR El Paso 2.0 is hosting an event to revolutionize your HR and business leadership mindset. This event challenges…
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El Paso City Council approves sending Multipurpose Center funding back to voters
Update: Just after noon Tuesday, El Paso City Council voted 5-3 to approve sending the funding for the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment…
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Watch: Parkland High School coach placed on administrative leave after apparent altercation with student
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A video appears to show a Parkland High School student being pushed down to the ground by an adult. You can see the video,…
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Author publishes children’s book that highlights El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Native El Pasoan Deanna Salcido Gutierrez is celebrating the publication of her first book. “El Paso Placita, A Tour for a…
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