Health officials have declared a measles outbreak in West Texas, with 15 confirmed cases and one in a bordering county in New Mexico. The New Mexico Department of Health has confirmed their first measles case of the year — Just after dozens of cases were reported in a West Texas county. El Pasoans say they’re worried
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 2 people who were injured in an explosion at the Sun Metro Transit Operations Center in East El Paso are recovering at a burn center in Phoenix, Arizona. A spokesperson with Valleywise Health confirmed to ABC-7 that 2 patients are being treated at the Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector Ruben P. Gonzalez announced the Westside and Fort Bliss El Paso County Tax Offices will be temporarily closed starting March 1. In a statement, Gonzalez said the closures were due to an increased workload and training requirements brought on by House Bill 718, which requires
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The first phase of a new roadway in Northeast El Paso will open for the public today. Drivers can use the new road to travel from Railroad to Dyer. The new State Spur 320, also known as the Borderland Expressway, will stretch from Loop 375 to Martin Luther King, Jr.
Continue Reading President Trump signed an order to impose 25% tax on all imported steel and aluminum. Borderplex Alliance CEO, Jon Barela told ABC-7 taxing imported steel and aluminum would likely raise costs for people and companies that purchase those metals. He said that El Paso would feel a “dramatic and negative” impact of these imposed tariffs.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The inaugural Black Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors El Pasoans who have made contributions to the community. The event was created by Monica Tucker with a goal to establish an annual tradition based on unity and inspiration. The committee overseeing the selection process consists of active and retired service members, community
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UPDATE: In an El Paso County Commissioner’s meeting Monday, commissioners voted against reintroducing the bond proposal. CORRECTION: The original update published above referred to to the meeting as a city council meeting. We have adjusted the update to reflect the proper organization. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — More than $105 million to upgrade the El
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February is known as the month of love and friendship as most people celebrate Valentine’s Day, but it is also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. The CDC has reported one in 12 teens experience some form of physical dating violence, and one in 10 teens experience sexual dating violence. Female students experience higher rates of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department is currently responding to a severe house fire in the Upper Valley at the 300 block of Roxanna Ave. The department first posted about it at around 2:55 a.m. on their X account. Our ABC-7 Mountain Camera has seen a heavy first responder presence in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Pasoans were able to watch the Super bowl while helping a good cause at the first ever El Paso County Coliseum Super Bowl watch party. There was a $2 donation requirement for all adults 18+. All proceeds raised will be donated to the American Red Cross to help the victims
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two outstanding borderland athletes will take part in the Texas UIL State Swimming and Diving Meet in Austin. Nathan Rosales and Aaron Villarreal both attend Bel Air High School in El Paso’s Lower Valley. They will both compete in Austin on Friday, Feb 21 and Saturday, Feb. 22. “It feels
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Bowie High School Varsity Girls’ Basketball team wrapped up their regular season undefeated with an 8-0 record in district play and collected the 1-4A title. In their last game against Young Women’s Steam Research & Preparatory Academy the Lady Bears won 51-10. Head Coach, Antonio Torres says the ladies deserve this
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– What’s a Super bowl party without chicken wings? according to experts, the price of chicken wings right now makes them a great appetizer for guest if you don’t want to break the bank. For months the price of eggs continue to increase across the country because of the bird flu, but
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) –- A new community group is bringing together cyclists and runners this weekend! Borderland Community Adventures is hosting their inaugural cycle/run on Saturday, aiming to unite everyone in the Borderland for a day of outdoor activity. Participants are invited to gather at Podium Finish, located at 1400 Texas Ave. at
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Several residents in Northeast El Paso reported a loud ‘boom’ noise, what they said sounded like a nearby explosion. ABC-7 investigated the region after receiving emails and phone calls from concerned residents on Thursday morning around 10 a.m. Residents believed it could’ve been an explosion at a nearby quarry, but employees at the GCC Materials
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dania Gardea can now add another title to her resume. She has been a lawyer in Las Cruces and Southern New Mexico for 20 years, focusing on family law, including adoptions, divorces and custody battles. In September 2024, she opened Hot Yoga El Paso. She said many people are fascinated
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The big game is almost here and one local restaurant is getting ready with food, fun, and plenty of wings. The Shack Wings & Brews is expecting a packed house as football fans gear up for Sunday’s showdown. From signature wing flavors to game-day traditions, the restaurant is preparing
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Last fall, the El Paso Fire Department announced its newest partnership that is providing a dedicated medical transportation service to the community. EPFD signed a 5-year contract with Air Methods to establish Fire STAR, which stands for Shock and Trauma Air Rescue. It’s a helicopter that is helping bring swift medical
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Update: The InterFaith Alliance of the Southwest says that Temple Mt. Sinai was also targeted with vandalism. The rabbi at Temple Mt. Sinai also confirmed the vandalism. The alliance also issued a statement on the vandalism. Read the full statement below: “The InterFaith Alliance of the Southwest is deeply saddened and troubled by the recent
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The El Paso Sigma Beta Club, the youth affiliate of Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, stopped by ABC-7 at noon this afternoon. The club is set to welcome two new members during their induction ceremony next Thursday, February 13, at 7 p.m. at the Rock Faith Center. The club focuses
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by Cindy Ramirez January 31, 2025 More than $100 million in improvements to the El Paso County Coliseum may be placed on the ballot in May – just six months after voters narrowly defeated the bond proposal. El Paso County Commissioner David Stout on Thursday pushed for the proposal to be placed on the May 3
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Traffic has reopened after it was closed for hours following a crash at I-10 East and Giles. El Paso Fire Department says at around 2:50 a.m., a semi-truck hit a Dominion ambulance. As the wreckage was cleared, eastbound lanes on I-10 were shut down. ABC-7 crews at the scene noted
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SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — A new pecan shell ordinance has gone into effect in the City of Socorro. It is part of the effort to prevent another red flour beetle infestation. The ordinance establishes guidelines for proper use, treatment and disposal of pecan shells and other similar byproducts. Socorro residents will not be allowed to use
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Norovirus, often referred to as the winter stomach bug or stomach flu, spreads easily through contaminated food, surfaces, and person-to-person contact. ABC-7 spoke to Dr. Armando Meza, chief of infectious diseases at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, who explained norovirus is resistant to most of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP has announced a new membership for their top donors who give contributions in ways different than ticket purchases. The Golden Standard Giving Society is a membership that you can join if you donate $30,000 or more over a three year period. The membership gets you access to away game
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– President Trump’s new policy change which allows federal Immigration officers to enter public areas such as school campuses has sparked concern among UTEP students. School, churches and hospitals were once deemed off-limits or “sensitive” spaces where immigrants could not be arrested. Under the new policy Federal immigration authorities will be permitted
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s indoor skydiving spot is open this afternoon, after being closed for months. ABC-7 crews spotted a banner in front I-Fly, stating it is now under new management. Last month, ABC-7 reported I-Fly was planning to reopen. It first opened its doors in 2019 after the City of El Paso provided Fly
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Southwest University Park in Downtown El Paso is hosting a job fair February 15 from 10 AM to 1 PM. The fair is happening in the WestStar Club at the ballpark, which is home to the El Paso Chihuahuas and El Paso Locomotive FC. The park is looking to hire
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –The Ysleta Port of Entry has been reopened after a reported “unattended bag” prompted a shutdown of the crossing Tuesday evening. At 8:40 p.m., Customs and Border Protection sent out a statement saying that out of an “abundance of caution” the port would close for the investigation of a bag found
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — February marks Cancer Prevention Awareness Month, and local doctors are stressing the importance of early detection and prevention for two cancers that impact women: cervical and ovarian cancer. Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, yet it continues to affect women across the country. ABC-7
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