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 shows and festivities. Ascarate Park will have food trucks, a swimming pool, VIP picnic party and fireworks. The event is from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Southwest
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CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol Search, Trauma and Rescue (BORSTAR) Unit was established in 1998 to respond to injury and death reports involving Border Patrol agents and migrants crossing illegally into the U.S. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the headquarters of the Border Patrol’s Special Operations Group (SOG) is
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso veteran who was honored with a drive-by parade this Spring as she battled terminal breast cancer has died. Erica Vanessa Ruiz, a retired Army drill sergeant, had been in hospice care after a long battle with triple-negative breast cancer. The parade came about when Ruiz’s family asked
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sid Miller, Commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture, shared the following statement regarding the USDA’s plans to restart livestock imports to the U.S. The Texas Department of Agriculture shared the following statement yesterday: “I would like to thank President Trump, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, and their team at the
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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 injuries during your barbecue. If you have a propane tank, make sure it’s not leaking — if it is, call 911. Never use gasoline or kerosene to light
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police have released footage from the officer-involved shooting that left one man dead and one officer injured on June 1st. 35-year-old Salvador Valdiviezo shot at officers before being struck by fire. He died at the hospital later that day. The footage shows two officers approaching the house on
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This Independence Day weekend, many will likely take to the parks and streets around the county to celebrate. But making sure people stay safe on and off the roads is the focus of local law enforcement during the Fourth of July. To that end, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioners voted during their meeting today to approve county funding for the Downtown El Paso Deck Plaza project. The item approved today also authorizes county staff to negotiate an agreement with other parties for participation in the design phase of the project. Commissioners voted three to two
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Update (3:00 PM): Texas DPS officials say that the pursuit ended with troopers arresting Juarez resident Gabriel Villa, 18. The department released the following statement providing the details of the arrest. “Preliminary investigation shows that today, Monday, June 30, 2025, at around 10:20 a.m., a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Trooper attempted to stop
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso pastor spends his time leading a ministry… but also being a leader in the community. He’s newest mission followed to honor his late wife. “This was her dream. It’s now, the church’s dream to bring it, to life” said Pastor Moore. Pastor Larry Moore has led the ministry at New Beginnings for ten
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PHOENIX, Arizona (KVIA) — Our news partners ABC15 in Phoenix are reporting that the man accused of killing an Arizona pastor included El Paso on his list of places he planned to kill more religious leaders. Adam Sheafe, 51, is accused of killing “Pastor Bill” Schonemann. ABC15 spoke with Sheafe through a jail-issued electronic device
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by Diego Mendoza-Moyers June 30, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The El Paso City Council recently rejected a proposed rate increase by El Paso Electric that would spike household electricity bills by more than $22 per month — and likely generate millions of dollars of additional profit for
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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 and escaping home. With fireworks going off all night, pets can get startled with the loud noises or even from your parties. El Paso Animal Services recommends keeping
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person was sent to the hospital with minor injuries Sunday morning after a collision in the eastbound lanes of Transmountain Road near Mile Marker 20. According to El Paso Police Traffic’s X account, the eastbound lanes were shut down for over 3 hours this morning while EPPD and El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– An estimated 20,000 people came out to Biggs Park for an early 4th of July celebration. The celebration has been a tradition for Fort Bliss since 2012, this year there were performances by Free Dap, 1st Armored Division Band and Sugar Ray. Roberto Medina MWR director for Fort Bliss and one
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso children’s hospital opened a new urgent care in far east El Paso. The new eastlake urgent care is located at 13467 eastlake boulevard in horizon city. Organizers hosted a morning neighborhood block party from 10 am to 2 pm with food, music and activities to celebrate the hospital’s second urgent care
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Over the last five years, 54% of the juveniles referred on assault family violence have been females. Further data shows 14 year olds were referred more than any other age group. Rosie Medina, Chief juvenile probation officer at the El Paso Juvenile Detention Center says age 14 is the crux of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — At the last night’s Ysleta Independent School District Board meeting, members voted four to three to approve a $420.2 million budget with a $22.2 million deficit for the upcoming school year. Ysleta ISD superintendent Dr. Xavier De La Torre said this budget is a step in the right direction. “A great
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by El Paso Matters Staff June 25, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the borderland in the coming week. Pages & Pints at Old Sheepdog Brewery Celebrate El Paso’s punk roots and literary scene at Pages &
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department is mourning the death of Lieutenant Neal Douglas. “Lieutenant Douglas served the El Paso Fire Department and our community for over 20 years with great pride and professionalism,” the department explained. “His presence, leadership, and dedication left a lasting impact on those who worked alongside
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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, waiting for hours on end with their parents. But one local high school student is hoping to change that by coloring! 17-year-old Catesby Hunt created Coloring Care. It’s a
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Since joining the U.S. Military at 18 years old, Viet Tong has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder — but has a unique way to cope with it. ABC-7 shares his story for National PTSD Awareness Day. “I have done a lot of stuff, or experienced and seen a lot of things, that has weighed
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — June is Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Texas. The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services hosted an informative conference to explore critical topics, including elder financial exploitation. Adult Protective Services found 2,157 elderly people in the El Paso area who suffered forms of abuse, neglect or exploitation. APS partnered
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Officials are reminding everyone ahead of the 4th of July weekend that fireworks are strictly prohibited within El Paso city limits. City officials say that Ordinance No. 019521 makes it illegal to sell, use, or possess fireworks in El Paso. Violators can be fined up to $500 and be given
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by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersJune 25, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The Ysleta Independent School District adopted a budget that spends more money than it takes in for a fourth year in a row, which would deplete much of the district’s reserves and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — While you may save a few minutes on your commute by driving through a large puddle on a rainy day, the risk of getting stuck or flooding your car could end up costing you thousands of dollars. Tracy Heal, owner of Affordable Automotive Service Center in West El Paso, says
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Franklin Mountains are one of the beautiful sights that makes El Paso unique but it’s also the cause of why some areas see flooding more than others. Denise Parra, Public affairs officer for El Paso Water says “when rain comes down, especially those heavy rain events, all of that
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department responded to 15 rain-related incidents today. The incidents were attributed to flooding caused by the thunderstorms that passed through early this morning. Emergency crews helped rescue 13 people from cars that had become stranded in high water. No one was reported injured, officials say. Most
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UPDATE: The street has now been opened, according to TXDOT. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Some drivers were left stranded in Northeast El Paso after early morning rain caused some flooding. Flooding was seen on Gateway North and McCombs. The street is closed until further notice. Drivers are advised to avoid the area. ABC-7 saw
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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 advocated for autism, her experience representing the Lone Star State, and the significance of Miss Texas Week.
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