ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – Major donation and next steps to bring a law school to El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There was major step forward to establishing a law school in the Borderland this week. UTEP leadership announced a $5…
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Trump takes down image from his social media platform that depicted him as a Jesus-like figure
By Michelle StoddartApril 13, 2026, 11:32 AM An AI-generated photo that President Donald Trump posted Monday on his social media platform that…
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launches investigation into Lululemon activewear
UPDATE (12:13 p.m.) — ABC-7 reached out to Lululemon about the impact of the investigation. A company spokesperson sent the following statement to…
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NWS El Paso on wildfire risks, prevention tips this fire weather season
Fire weather season is here, as temperatures drop and wind picks up, weather experts are warning borderland residents about fire danger. The National…
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UTEP celebrates relationship with Bhutan with weeklong activities
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso kicked off “Bhutan Days” Monday to celebrate the school’s relationship with the Himalayan…
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City of El Paso votes to prevent ICE detention centers within city limits
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council is currently in executive session discussing a plan to prevent the installation of any U.S. Immigration…
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Pope Leo responds to Trump’s criticism, saying he has ‘no fear’ of US administration
By Melissa Adan, David Brennan, and Kevin ShalveyApril 13, 2026, 7:57 AM ALGIERS and LONDON — Pope Leo XIV on Monday responded to criticism from…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Windy Monday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Starting off out work week we will experience some winds and blowing dust and sand with light risk for scattered showers.…
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Oil prices jump on US plans to blockade Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz
Originally Published: 13 APR 26 04:37 ET By Hanna Ziady, CNN London (CNN) — Oil prices climbed Monday, after the US military said it would…
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UTEP Dance Team Returns to El Paso as National Champions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso dance team returned home Sunday as national champions, greeted by family members,…
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Three people arrested after allegedly beating victim with a bat at a Las Cruces park
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – According to court documents obtained by ABC-7, Kurtis Dale, Jacklyn Garcia, and Eufemia Villa have been arrested and…
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Woman arrested and charged with Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the El Paso Sheriff’s Office, 35-year-old Maria Conchita Rios of Fabens, Texas was arrested after allegedly…
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Hal Marcus, celebrated El Paso artist and musician, dies at 74
by Robert Moore April 12, 2026 Share Facebook Nextdoor Reddit 📣 We use your feedback to strengthen our reporting. Tell us what’s working…
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Shooting inside Chick-fil-A in New Jersey leaves several people injured: Governor
The shooting occurred at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, authorities said. By Bill Hutchinson Video byJessie DiMartino and Cristina Corujo…
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Final Coach Archie Duran Memorial race brings El Paso community together at Nations Tobin Park
EL PASO (KVIA)– The Coach Archie Duran Memorial Scholarship Fund held its final community race Sunday morning at Nations Tobin Park in Northeast El…
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Trump announces US blockade of Strait of Hormuz amid stalled Iran talks
President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States Navy will begin blockading ships in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after peace…
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UTEP Dance Team wins national title at competition
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The University of Texas at El Paso announced Saturday that the UTEP Dance Team won first place in their category at the…
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Vance says no agreement with Iran after marathon talks in Pakistan
CNN– Vice President JD Vance said marathon talks with Iran did not result in an agreement to permanently end the war. “We have been at it now for…
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Spring Open House shows the possibilities of sustainable desert farming
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Amigos Farm hosted their Spring Open House Saturday to show their locally grown, organic produce and how they do it…
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City of Anthony seeks intervention amidst allegations of wrong-doing by previous administration
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA)- The City of Anthony released a letter to KVIA on Saturday stating that the previous administration had allegedly…
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Authorities identify man killed in Anthony after multi-vehicle crash
UPDATE (5:12 PM)- The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office says that the 55-year-old male who was killed in the crash in Anthony, Texas was identified as…
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‘Welcome home, Artemis’: Jubilant and emotional, crew speaks out on historic moon mission
ByMary Kekatos, Julia Jacobo, Leah Sarnoff, Ivan Pereira, and Meredith Deliso Last Updated: April 11, 2026, 3:12 PM MDT Calling…
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Law firm urges public to identify “sugar daddy” tied to fatal El Paso crash
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – A law firm representing the family of a man killed in a West El Paso crash is asking for the public’s help identifying a…
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What the Artemis II crew shared in first remarks after return to Earth
By Jackie Wattles, Ashley Strickland, CNN (Houston) — It was a hero’s welcome for the four-person Artemis II crew following a textbook…
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The El Paso Fire Department rescues seven kittens after three different calls
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- According to the El Paso Fire Department (EPFD), crews responded to three separate calls Friday, where they rescued seven…
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One person in serious condition after multi-vehicle crash in West El Paso, EPPD investigates
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso Police Department says that the Special Traffic Investigators are on the scene of multi-vehicle crash that…
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Fort Bliss launches “Iron Zero” program to prevent DUIs and protect soldiers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new program at Fort Bliss is working to prevent drunk driving before it happens by giving soldiers a safe way home. The…
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War with Iran: US-Iran negotiations set to begin after delays over Iranian preconditions, Iranian news outlets say
Talks between the U.S. and Iran are set to begin after delays over Iran’s preconditions — a ceasefire in Lebanon and the release of Iran’s…
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Rushing to file your taxes? Don’t rely on AI for help, plus other last-minute tips
By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN (CNN) — If you’re pulling up the rear when it comes to filing your income taxes, you now have less than 48 hours to get…
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Fire put out at Marathon refinery in South-Central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A fire burned at the Marathon Refinery in South-Central El Paso Friday, the El Paso Fire Department confirmed with ABC-7.…
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