U.S. Citizen and Immigration services increasing filing fees
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For the first time in 7 years U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services is increasing its fees. This final rule went into…
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City of El Paso 915 Tree Keepers Program Accepting Nominations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso Department of Community and Human Development is accepting neighborhood nominations for the 915 Tree…
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High percent of El Pasoans don’t carry health insurance
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A recent study found that nearly a quarter of El Pasoans do not have medical insurance. The US census show El Paso with…
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Sign against local restaurant pops up following restaurant’s sign against Canutillo ISD bond
UPDATE: ABC-7 spoke with one of the owners of Speedy’s Mexican Food. Juanita Mora, part owner of Speedy’s, said the sign across the street…
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Weight loss surgery at Las Palmas del Sol Bariatric Clinic
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Bariatric surgery is a transformative surgery for those dealing with obesity and the health complications associated with it.…
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El Pasoans celebrate Easter through long-standing traditions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans in the Borderland gathered in the masses for this Easter Sunday through activities like cookouts, egg hunting,…
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El Paso Easter plans blown away by wind
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many El Pasoans had to cut their Easter celebrations short Sunday, after the wind picked up in the afternoon. Hundreds…
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Hundreds gather for the 46th annual NorthEaster Parade
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Mimbela family hosted the 46th annual NorthEaster Parade on Saturday. The theme for this year’s event was Barbieland.…
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MUTTS Canine Cantina El Paso launches ‘MUTTS for Vets’ program
MUTTS Canine Cantina El Paso, in collaboration with Train to Serve Canine Academy and KLAQ, has announced the launch of the “MUTTS for Vets”…
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Events happening across the Borderland this Easter Weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s Easter weekend, that means lots of outdoor fun for the family to enjoy! Egg-stravaganzoo returns to the El…
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El Pasoans hike Mount Cristo Rey in honor of Good Friday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Christians around the world are reflecting on the day that Jesus Christ was crucified. El Pasoans traditionally hike up…
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El Pasoan achieves dreams of serving as a police officer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “It’s not easy. You know, you work graveyards, you work long hours,” says Executive Assistance Chief of Police, Zina Silva.…
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Veterans honored at the Welcome home Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — March 29th is recognized as National Vietnam Veterans day and a ceremony was held to honor those who fought in the war. The…
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The Graham Agency hosting “The Elevation Fashion Show” featuring local talent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “The Elevation Fashion Show” taking place on March 29th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. says they will be showcasing cutting-edge…
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Investigation into fatal police incidents involving restraint
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 spoke with Ryan Foley, one of the Associated Press writers who worked on the longform piece “Lethal Restraint.” The…
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City to hold sensory-friendly hours at Easter Carnivals
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso will be holding sensory-friendly Easter Carnival events on March 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at several…
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ABC-7’s Stephanie Valle participates in Barron Elementary Career Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Barron Elementary Students got the chance to learn about possible paths for their future in a “career day” held by the…
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Postal processing moving from El Paso to Albuquerque
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– U.S Postal service will proceed with their plans of turning the El Paso processing and distribution center a local…
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Army officer lives by personal motto: pride, hustle, desire
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Very few Army soldiers reach the rank of Major General. “It’s more rare than I thought, says General Harrison. “It’s pretty…
Continue Reading New: Video shows fatal incident between UTEP Police and nude man
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has obtained body camera footage from the Associated Press showing UTEP Police responding to an incident involving a…
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El Paso Animal Services hosting “Stand with Sunny” a prevention of cruelty to animals month campaign
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “Stand with Sunny Against Animal Cruelty” is this year’s theme is for the annual prevention of cruelty to animals month…
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2024 La Fe Children’s César Chávez March hosted today
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Children from Segundo Barrio’s La Fe Preparatory School (LFPS) honored the life and legacy of Chicano and Civil-Rights…
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One person rescued from canal near Zaragoza bridge
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– One person is now recovering after being rescued from the canal along the border fence in El Paso’s lower valley, this…
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El Paso Airport bridge gets a new look in 2025
El PASO, Texas– (KVIA) The El Paso international airport received $850,000 as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act. Congresswoman Veronica…
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El Paso Public Libraries unveil Día de los Niños and Día de los Libros poster & sponsor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –The El Paso Public Libraries and Parks and Recreation Department are set to unveil the official poster to celebrate the 2024…
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El Paso man dies after becoming trapped while cleaning a Wisconsin city’s water tank, police say
Update: ABC-7 is speaking with Medina’s sister. She set up a Gofundme in support of the family in the wake of Medina’s death. BLAIR, Wis. (AP) — A…
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TxDOT is promoting pedestrian and bicyclist safety with walking billboards
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– TxDOT is bringing back their walking billboards used to remind drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists to follow state traffic…
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Department of Public Safety has announced that it arrested six suspects they say are connected to a Lone Star Card…
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El Paso City Council delays discussion of Multipurpose Center for two weeks
Update: El Paso City Council postponed discussion of the Multipurpose Center for two weeks. ABC-7 is working to understand why the council took this…
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CCTE El Paso students prepare for statewide drone competition
UPDATE: Twenty-five teams competed at the Texas Drone Racing competition in Fort Worth. David Alvarado, Technology instructor said that the CCTE team…
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