Increased law enforcement on the road this St. Patrick’s Day, spring break
For St. Patrick’s Day and the rest of spring break, the Texas Department of Public Safety wants to remind everyone of the consequences of drinking…
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Top Trump counterterror adviser resigns over Iran war: ‘No imminent threat’
Kent is the highest-profile administration official to step down over the war. By Beatrice Peterson March 17, 2026, 8:45 AM The Trump…
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Israel says Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani killed in overnight attack
ByKevin Shalvey, Jon Haworth, and Nadine El-Bawab Last Updated: March 17, 2026, 9:48 AM MDT The head of Iran’s Supreme National Security…
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Two NMSU football players arrested and face various charges
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)- Court documents reveal football players, linebacker Drake Williams and defensive end Victor Shaw, with NMSU were…
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Youth farming program helps grow the future of local youth through agriculture
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) – Farming is part of the agricultural identity of New Mexico, something the Anthony Youth Farm organization has been…
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Local filmmakers react to being part of Oscar history in “One Battle After Another”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “One Battle After Another” won 6 Oscar’s on Sunday, more than any other movie of the night. It won Best Picture, Best…
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El Paso nonprofit urges humane solutions as kitten season intensifies, warns against cruelty toward community cats
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As warmer weather arrives across the Borderland, a local nonprofit is urging residents to take humane steps to address the…
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I-10 West at Anthony lanes reopen after crash
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – All westbound lanes of I-10 at Anthony are closed after a multiple vehicle crash, according to TxDOT. The crash was reported…
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Truck driving industry faces uncertainty as diesel prices skyrocket
The ongoing war in Iran is impacting drivers as they head to the pump and that includes truck drivers facing rising diesel prices. On Monday, the…
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Sunland Park Fire Department rescues two from collapsed trench
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA)- The Sunland Park Fire Department rescued two males from a collapsed trench Monday morning at the 1600 block of…
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Court documents reveal moments leading up to alleged assault with knife and air freshener
UPDATE (March 16)- ABC 7 has obtained court documents that reveal the moments leading up to the alleged assault that led 38-year-old Rodolfo…
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‘One Battle After Another’ could help the Borderland’s film industry grow
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tonight on ABC-7, a deeper look at whether the film ‘One Battle After Another’ could bring more visitors and filmmakers to…
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200 US troops have been wounded, including 10 ‘seriously’
ByKevin Shalvey Last Updated: March 16, 2026, 2:31 PM MDT Two-hundred U.S. troops have been wounded in the war with Iran so far, including 10 service…
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Judge temporarily blocks RFK Jr.’s efforts to reshape childhood vaccine policy
Kennedy reduced the number of recommended shots from 17 to 11. By Youri Benadjaoud and Mary Kekatos March 16, 2026, 2:34 PM Stefani…
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More Mexicans were deported annually under Biden than by Trump
● Deportations of Mexicans dropped to 144,000 in 2025, roughly half the annual figure under President Biden, according to data analyzed by a…
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Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino plans to retire, sources say
By Priscilla Alvarez, CNN (CNN) — Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino, who led controversial immigration sweeps in Democratic-led cities,…
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Pedestrian killed after being hit by train in Fabens identified
UPDATE (2:04 PM)- The Sheriff’s Office has identified 76-year-old Jose Andres Aguilar as the man who was killed after being hit by a train in Fabens.…
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Afghan who died in ICE custody worked with US forces in Afghanistan, advocacy group says
Mohommad Nazeer Paktyawal died March 14 after one day in custody, ICE said. By Laura Romero, Luke Barr, and Armando Garcia March 16, 2026,…
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Person hospitalized with serious injuries after ATV crash in Far East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- According to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a single-vehicle motor vehicle accident involving an…
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Oscars 2026: Full winners list from the 98th Academy Awards
See who won best picture, which films took home the most Oscars and more. By Shafiq Najib March 15, 2026, 8:37 PM Hollywood’s biggest stars…
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Border Patrol conducts more controlled detonations in the Mt. Cristo Rey area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The Border Patrol for the El Paso Sector released a video on social media showing controlled detonations in the Mt. Cristo Rey…
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A major motion picture racking up recognitions and nominations this awards season prominently features El Paso and the…
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What does the film ‘One Battle After Another’ mean for El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — At the awards ceremony,”One Battle After Another” won the highly coveted Oscar for best picture. Sara Murphy, the producer…
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Flying cars tested in eight cities as FAA works on safety measures
Originally Published: 16 MAR 26 12:22 ET By Yuna Lee, Adam Roberts Click here for updates on this story ROGERS, Ark. (KHBS , KHOG) — Eight cities…
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White House chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer: Trump
She will begin treatment immediately, the president said. By ABC NEWS March 16, 2026, 10:13 AM President Donald Trump said in a social media post…
Continue Reading Skating to the Silver Screen: 4 El Paso skaters on the big screen for “One Battle After Another”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “One Battle After Another” is nominated 13 times at the Oscar’s tonight, making it one of the most critically acclaimed…
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El Paso women truck driver named national professional driver of the year
An El Paso-based truck driver is receiving national recognition for her safety record, leadership and dedication to the trucking industry. Marcia…
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Military Monday: Honoring Specialist Johnny Cerros
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing…
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Local transportation company not worried about rising fuel prices
MESILLA VALLEY, New Mexico— The ongoing war in Iran continues to have wide-ranging impacts for most American consumers. Over the last week, fuel…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Windy start & temperature drop
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday morning we are waking up to some uncomfortable conditions. Winds gusts are elevated and temperatures are cool. After…
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