Federal workers begin feeling financial strain amid Government shutdown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– With some federal employees missing their first paycheck due to the ongoing government shutdown, Rep. Veronica Escobar held a…
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Sunday Funday: Jacob Torres illustrates “What Does Mateo Want to Play?”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Jacob Torres is a young artist with Autism. He was diagnosed at 2 years old. At 3, he began occupational therapy to help…
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Special surprise on the field for Pebble Hills High School football player
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Army Sgt. 1st Class Robert Sanchez surprised his son during the Montwood versus Pebble Hills football game Friday night.…
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Trump tells Hegseth to use ‘all available funds’ to guarantee troops are paid
WASHINGTON, D.C. (ABC NEWS) – Trump said Saturday he’s directing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to use “all available funds” to pay members of…
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National Guard troops in Illinois can remain federalized but can’t be deployed, appeals court rules
(CNN) — A federal US appeals court ruled Saturday the National Guard troops in Illinois can remain under federal control but can’t be deployed as…
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Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton dead at 79
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Oscar-winning actress best known for her role in “The Godfather” movies and “Annie Hall” has died, according to People…
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No survivors found after a massive blast at a Tennessee explosives plant
(CNN) — No one has been found alive in the search following a massive explosion at a military and explosives plant in central Tennessee, Chris…
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At least 6 killed and others injured in Mississippi shootings near high school football games, authorities say
By Michelle Watson, CNN (CNN) — At least three shootings across Mississippi this weekend, all apparently connected to high school football…
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Joe Biden undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer treatment
The former president’s office announced his prostate cancer diagnosis in May. By Molly Nagle October 11, 2025, 8:04 AM Former President Joe Biden is…
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Researchers find methane leaking out of cracks in Antarctic seabed
Methane is one of the most concerning greenhouse gas emissions. By Julia Jacobo October 11, 2025, 4:04 AM One of the most potent greenhouse gas…
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Marine veteran who threatened to shoot up Texas high school and zoo arrested after car chase: Police
His bail was raised to $10 million dollars Thursday, according to authorities. By Mason Leath October 10, 2025, 2:48 PM A Marine Corps veteran was…
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New species of Jurassic-era ‘sword dragon’ marine reptile discovered
The rare species of prehistoric predator was found in southern England. By Julia Jacobo October 10, 2025, 1:36 PM A new species of ancient “sword…
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DACC early voting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Several Doña Ana Community College campuses will double as polling sites for early voting in the upcoming election. Several…
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Empowering Careers, Building Futures Job Fair
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Community College is helping students of all abilities get career-ready with a special job fair next week. The EPCC…
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El Paso Water rolls out advanced meters
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Water is upgrading its residential water meters to advanced models designed to improve efficiency, accuracy, and…
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Trinity Site 80th anniversary event canceled
WHITE SANDS, New Mexico (KVIA) — The 80th Anniversary Trinity Test open house, originally scheduled for Saturday, has been canceled, officials say.…
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Three contracts awarded to build 87 miles of new Smart Wall along the border in El Paso Sector
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — DHS and CBP announced ten new construction contracts totaling $4.5 billion to add hundreds of miles of Smart Wall along the…
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Greyhound bus rider stabs fellow passenger near Deming
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ryan Kenny, 24, is being held without bond after he allegedly stabbed a fellow passenger on a Greyhound bus, prosecutors…
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21-year-old wanted on assault warrant arrested by El Paso Sheriff deputies
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sheriff deputies arrested Abraham Alvarado, 21, Thursday on multiple felony warrants. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office…
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Former El Paso CBP officer pleads guilty to human smuggling conspiracy
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Manuel Perez, Jr., the former CBP officer charged for his involvement in a human smuggling conspiracy, has pleaded guilty to…
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Borderland Blitz: Week 7 Schedule & Scores
Eastwood 49Franklin 26FinalMontwood 21Pebble Hills 62FinalAmericas 62Bel Air 0FinalParkland 35El Dorado 78FinalEl Paso 0Chapin 56FinalDel Valle…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – Navigating Local Impacts of the Government Shutdown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The first full week of the federal government shutdown is nearing a close without a deal struck between Congressional…
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar forgoes pay for duration of government shutdown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, who represents part of El Paso, sent a letter to the U.S. House of Representative’s chief…
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Marathon Petroleum awards $75,000 to nine Borderland nonprofits
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Marathon Petroleum awarded $75,000 as part of the 2025 El Paso Giving Day, according to the Paso del Norte Community…
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Firing of federal workers underway as shutdown drags on, White House budget chief announces
Originally Published: 10 OCT 25 13:08 ET By Annie Grayer, Tami Luhby, Alayna Treene, CNN (CNN) — Office of Management and Budget Director Russell…
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Massive blast at military explosives plant in Tennessee leaves multiple people dead, several ‘unaccounted for’
CNN By Nicquel Terry Ellis, Jason Morris, Caroll Alvarado, CNN (CNN) — Some people are dead and several people are unaccounted for after an…
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Good Vibes Only: From Spain to the Sun City: New teachers at Tippin Elementary
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This academic school year, four educators from Spain are calling El Paso home. They are teaching dual language classes at…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Strong storm chances and temperature drop coming!
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for this weekend and early next week as storm changes climb and temperatures drop! The…
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Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado for keeping ‘the flame of democracy burning’
Originally Published: 10 OCT 25 08:20 ET By Christian Edwards, Char Reck, CNN (CNN) — María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader driven…
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Downtown El Paso transforms with color with Chalk the Block art festival
The 18th annual Chalk the Block Public Arts Festival returns to San Jacinto Plaza in Downtown El Paso this year. It’s a weekend-long celebration of…
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