Bob Weir, Grateful Dead guitarist, dies at 78
By Emma Tucker Bob Weir, a founding member of the iconic American rock group the Grateful Dead who seemingly never stopped touring for six decades,…
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US carries out strikes in Syria as part of ongoing retaliation against ISIS
Originally Published: 10 JAN 26 16:33 ET Updated: 10 JAN 26 17:01 ET By Aleena Fayaz, Haley Britzky, CNN (CNN) — The US carried out large-scale…
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US carries out additional ‘large-scale’ strikes on ISIS targets in Syria
ABC NEWS– The U.S. military carried out an additional round of what it called “large-scale strikes” against multiple ISIS targets in Syria — in…
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Multimillion dollar manufacturing facility coming to Santa Teresa
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) – A new manufacturing plant is set to open in Santa Teresa, New Mexico that will bring hundreds of new jobs and an…
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Texas proposes 13,000% licensing fee hike on retailers who sell hemp-derived THC
by Stephen Simpson Jan. 9, 2026, 6:39 p.m. Central AUSTIN, Texas – Texas state health officials have proposed raising licensing fees by as much as…
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Four injured in crash along I-10 E at Redd Rd., all lanes closed
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso Fire crews responded to a semi roll over crash on I-10 East at Redd Rd. in West El Paso just after 8:40 a.m. Four…
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Traffic stop in El Paso leads to resisting arrest, narcotics charges
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Deputies arrested a 37-year-old man on drug and resisting arrest charges following a traffic stop Tuesday night, according…
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El Paso County mails new voter registration certificates
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Elections Department will begin mailing new voter registration certificates to all registered voters next…
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Former El Paso Police Deputy Chief says ICE Agent followed training
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Robert Almonte was an El Paso Police officer for 25 years from 1978-2003. He says that Johnathan Ross did what he was taught…
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Two accused of Christmas Day assault in Far East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two El Pasoans are charged with assault after an altercation on Christmas Day 2025. El Paso Police just released information…
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Two teens charged with murder in Socorro house party shooting
Update (January 9, 2026): The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit just publicly identified the four people charged in connection with…
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ICE agent’s cellphone captures fatal confrontation in Minneapolis
By Holmes Lybrand, Justin Lear, Sarah Dewberry, CNN (CNN) — Video captured by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Jonathan Ross gives a…
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Suspected TdA associate shot in Portland entered U.S. near El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Homeland Security says one of the two suspected Tren de Aragua gang associates shot in Portland, Oregon entered the country…
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DA Montoya says felony, misdemeanor case load has dropped by nearly 2,000 since he took office
Update (4:16 PM): At his news conference today, DA James Montoya said that the number of pending felony and misdemeanor cases has dropped by 1,937.…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – The Future of the Sun Bowl
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — What is the future of the Sun Bowl and the college football bowl game system overall – and could it be in jeopardy? An…
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Shelter in place lifted for residents in Santa Fe after armed person shot from rooftop
Originally Published: 09 JAN 26 13:25 ET By Vincent Rodriguez Click here for updates on this story     SANTA FE, New Mexico (KOAT) — Santa Fe…
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ICE agent who killed driver in Minneapolis previously served near El Paso
Update (10:58 AM): ABC-7 received new information about Ross’ service with the Indiana National Guard. Read the full statement from the Indiana…
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Good Vibes Only: El Paso beauty queens set historic pageant milestone
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— Two El Paso beauty queens continue to celebrate following a victorious weekend. Gia Soleil Espinoza and Mia Autumn Navarro…
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Warming centers available in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is opening up warming centers to help residents stay warm and safe. “Those seeking access to warming…
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US forces board 5th oil tanker linked to Venezuela
This is the third tanker seized in the last three days. ByIvan Pereira, Mary Kekatos, Jon Haworth, Kevin Shalvey, David…
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Owner of Swiss bar where deadly New Year’s fire killed 40 detained by prosecutors: Officials
Jacques Moretti was placed in pre-trial detention on Friday, officials said. By Nadine El-Bawab and Aicha El Hammar Castano January 9, 2026, 9:34…
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Prepare your car for freezing winter temperatures to prevent damage, stay safe
Not only do you need to get ready for dropping temperatures this weekend, but so does your car. ABC-7 met with expert Austin Adams, owner…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Temps will drop below freezing soon
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the temperature drop expected to impact us over the next few days. Along with cool…
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UTEP and NMSU men’s basketball recover from road game struggles with home wins
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The UTEP Miners and NMSU Aggies bounced back from disappointing road outings to secure wins at home on Thursday. The Miners…
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El Paso man charged with criminal solicitation of a minor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Steven Kelly Auston is charged with criminal solicitation of a minor. Court documents obtained by ABC-7 allege that Auston…
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“It’s not about the oil”: Venezuelan woman says it’s time for most Venezuelans to retrieve basic human rights
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– When news broke of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s capture, Veronica Lam said her first reaction was disbelief. “I…
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Man, woman shot by federal agent in Portland during ‘targeted’ vehicle stop: Officials
The agent is involved with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, DHS said. By Trevor Ault, Alex Stone, and Meredith Deliso January 8, 2026, 6:19 PM…
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One person seriously injured in motorcycle crash on Mesa St.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person suffered serious injuries in a motorcycle crash that happened at Sunland Park Drive and Mesa Street this…
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Stephanie Han stays undefeated world champion
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –El Paso’s Stephanie Han has successfully defended her world boxing title, remaining undefeated after her latest victory.…
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Man driving truck with missing tire arrested for DWI
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Sheriff’s Office just released body camera footage of a DWI arrest made early Monday morning. Deputies spotted…
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