EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens are still seeking their accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and they are working on renovations to get it. After an inspection by the AZA showed 3 major concerns and 16 minor concerns, Zoo director Joe Montisano started on renovations to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso based band, Mariachi Leyenda Azteca’s vehicle was hit by baseball size hail as they drove home from a performance near Carlsbad, New Mexico on Friday night. Jose Pompa, the director of the band, says he checked the weather before they got on the road. Although rain was in the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council just voted unanimously to intervene in El Paso Electric’s request to increase its rate. The utility has requested to amend its Generation Cost Recovery Rider to include the costs of the Texas Solar One generation facility. A city spokesperson says this is the second time this
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Update (4:02 PM): EPCC spokesperson Beau Bagley confirmed to ABC-7 today that both of the students who had their visas revoked have since had their visas been reinstated. “As of this morning, both of the students with revoked visas have been placed back into ‘Active’ status, which means their visas were reinstated.” Update (2:42 PM):
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National Youth Violence Prevention Week begins this week and is is observed every year for communities for kids and teens across the U.S. to stand against violence. This initiative started in 2001 to raise awareness on stopping youth violence all around the country to make their neighborhoods and schools safer. ABC-7 spoke with the El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Today, Make a Wish El Paso granted its 1,000th wish to Colton, a five-year-old from El Paso. Colton suffers from congenital heart disease, and is all to familiar with hospitals and doctor’s offices. The surprise took place during the annual Walk for Wishes event, where Colton got the news that he
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Sunday the International Museum of Art hosted the 4th annual Las Artistas spring show. The show was free and open to the public. The event showcased 35 artists including painters, glass workers and ceramists. Organizers say the purpose is to showcase local artists and make art accessible to all while fostering cultural understanding and promoting
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The Cherry Hill School hosted its 4th Annual “Touch a Truck” event. Organizers say this event aims to educate children about the “powerful machines that keep our community running.” There were fire trucks, police cars, a helicopter, and other impressive vehicles. The event also featured bounce houses, face painting, food vendors, and entertainment, All
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –The Rio Grande Honor Flight 19 returned to El Paso this evening carrying over 30 Vietnam veterans. Their arrival was met with the support of a signs, cheering, music and happiness honoring their service. A far different scene from their return after the Vietnam war, where hostile protesters shouted at them.
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La Viña Winery is holding it’s annual Spring Wine Festival this weekend. The festival is being held April 26 & 27th from noon to 7 PM. Over 20 wines will be available for tasting and purchase. Adult admission to the festival is $25 and includes a souvenir glass and a choice of 5 tastes or a full glass.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– This morning, about 150 people gathered at San Jacinto Plaza in Downtown El Paso as part of a nationwide series of protests called Rise Up. The event was hosted by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar and the El Paso Democratic Party. Similar “Rise Up” protests are happening all over the country this Saturday.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Perches Funeral home is giving residents in the Borderland an opportunity of a lifetime, the chance to sign a register book for Pope Francis. On Monday, Salvador Perches the CEO of Perches Funeral will travel to Rome and deliver the book to the Vatican. “I think here it means so much
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Happening this weekend, we do want to let you know about a 49-hour closure. The closure could cause some issues if you’re not aware of it. It will take place on I-10 between Mesa and Redd which starts Saturday morning at 4, lifting by 5-am Monday for a traffic switch. TxDOT says drivers will be on two lanes
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by El Paso Matters Staff April 24, 2025 Early voting is here! Your vote helps shape the future of local schools—from budgets to classroom quality. 📚✏️ Use our voter guide to learn about candidates for EPISD, SISD, and EPCC school boards. 👉 Read the voter guide Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox —
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Armando Piña, co-owner of El Paso-based Vista Market, has died. The supermarket’s officials Facebook page posted the announcement of Piña’s death Thursday. Piña, an Army veteran, died April 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, a spokesperson for the store stated. “Armando Piña was a visionary leader, a dedicated community member,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank partnered with Rotary District 5520 for a volunteer service project today, April 25. The event was held from 10:00 to 11:30 AM in the Juarez Room at the El Paso Convention Center. Up to 30 volunteers participated, assembling care kits containing food, hygiene items,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This week, victims of the August 3rd Walmart mass shooting and their families had the opportunity to directly address the shooter for the first time. ABC-7 livestreamed each impact statement in full live. Now, we have produced each statement as an archived video, in order to preserve the words of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– A Santa Fe jury awarded a $190 million verdict to the survivors and families who were affected by a drunk driving crash that killed two people and injured others. The crash happened in Chaparral, New Mexico. The jury decided that the driver was working when the collision occurred. The driver Patrick
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April is recognized by Congress and most states across the U.S. as National Safe Digging Month, including Texas. It’s the time of year when temperatures increase in many parts of the country and spring digging projects begin. “In Texas, it is a pretty big problem. Last year, 46% of all of the excavation damages to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– As egg prices continue to rise across the U.S., many are turning to other alternatives. One woman is selling fresh chicken eggs from her own backyard. Cassandra Hockman told ABC-7 she was able to turn her love of animals into a side business. She said she started with the objective of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–One Borderland teenager and his mother continue to honor the memory of their late friend, Belen. The Neessen raises money each year for childhood cancer. Renee Neessen explained to ABC-7 that Belen’s mother and she both went to Mesita Elementary School. They have been friends since they were five years old. So
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Historical war veterans were escorted to El Paso International Airport by police, with bikers, and were welcomed by saluting soldiers and several volunteers to embark on an honor flight to Washington, D.C. Rio Grande Honor Flight transports America’s World War II, Korean and Vietnam War veterans to the nation’s capital, where they will visit the
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Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in El Paso.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is collaborating with the Diocese of El Paso to livestream the Memorial Mass for Pope Francis at St. Patrick Cathedral. Watch the livestream above. It is expected to begin at 7 PM.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The El Paso Passport Agency will host “Passport Day” on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 7:30 AM to 1 PM. According to Santiago Burciaga, the passport agency’s director, this event is for the local and surrounding communities and will accept first-time, renewal, and child passport applications. No appointments are needed. The agency is located at
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — James D. Tawney was named to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). In an announcement released by the law firm at which Tawney is a partner, Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro Injury Law, a spokesperson described ABOTA as “one of the most distinguished honors a trial attorney can receive.” ABOTA
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Daniel Salazar visited the ABC-7 studio this week and had the chance to become “Meteorologist for a Day.” Salazar is a 6th grader at Alderete Middle School with a strong interest in STEM, especially meteorology. The proud kid from Canutillo got to hang out with our Chief Meteorologist Doppler Dave Speelman for
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Survivors and families of killed victims of the Walmart mass shooting wrapped up their powerful statements for shooter Patrick Crusius and the healing community. Crusius has been released to the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice after the statements concluded. Judge Sam Medrano asked El Paso County Sherriff Oscar Ugarte to escort Crusius out
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Update (5:20 PM): Here are pictures of the hug shared by Adriana Zandri and Patrick Crusius. OMAR ORNELAS / EL PASO TIMES VIA POOL Zandri had asked the judge if she could hug Crusius. He agreed and Crusius stood up in court before the hug. OMAR ORNELAS / EL PASO TIMES VIA POOL Update (4:34
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