Socorro ISD board to discuss staff reductions amid financial crisis
Update (February 19, 2025): The Socorro Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday evening to discuss potential staff…
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NMSU researchers create ice cream flavor in honor of university president
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Researchers at New Mexico State University have developed a new ice cream flavor in honor of the schools new…
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ABC-7 at 4: EPWater, TecH2O Learning Center host annual DiscoverE
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—EPWater, TecH2O Learning Center host the annual DiscoverEFree event to inspire the next generation of engineers. The free…
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23,861 students enrolled at UTEP, new record for this time of year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP announced that it reached a new Spring semester enrollment record this year, with 23,861 students attending the…
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The Gene Roddenberry Planetarium invites the public to a special free presentation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The planetarium is now open once a month, offering the community a chance to dive into our solar system. The planetarium…
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ABC-7 XTRA SUNDAY: Why children continue to struggle with reading
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A recent report shows America’s children continue to struggle with reading skills. Reading scores of fourth and…
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Sen. Cruz calls out $25 million in UTEP funding as ‘Woke DEI Grants’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Senator Ted Cruz (R – Texas) is targeting thousands of federally-funded grants awarded during the previous White House…
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ABC-7 4: Black Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to honor El Pasoans
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The inaugural Black Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors El Pasoans who have made contributions to the community. The event…
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Free books for kids: How Books Are GEMS is inspiring young readers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local nonprofit is on a mission to put books in the hands of every child in the community—for free. Books Are GEMS,…
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Clint, Fabens teachers win ‘Oscars of Teaching’
CLINT, Texas (KVIA) — Two Borderland educators won a major teaching award today. Clint High School teacher Joshua Marmolejo just received the…
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El Paso Sigma Beta Club to hold induction ceremony next week
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The El Paso Sigma Beta Club, the youth affiliate of Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, stopped by ABC-7 at noon this afternoon. The…
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Law firm offers free immigration services
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Law Offices of Cesar Ornelas offers a variety of services, including citizenship classes, know your rights…
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UTEP students concerned about President Trump’s policy change.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– President Trump’s new policy change which allows federal Immigration officers to enter public areas such as school campuses…
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Fabens ISD looking to sell old Fabens High building that burned in fire
FABENS, Texas (KVIA) — Fabens ISD just announced today that it’s looking to sell the old Fabens High School that burned in a fire, but the district…
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Ysleta ISD trustees approve year extension for superintendent, who proposed benefits cut for himself
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Ysleta ISD Board of Trustees approved a one-year extension for Superintendent Dr. Xavier De La Torre. A district…
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ABC-7 at 4: NOVA Career Institute offers opportunities to local students
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-A new El Paso school offers a pathway to success through education that will prepare students for the challenges and…
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El Paso Promise Program to boost education and workforce training
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The El Paso Promise Program, a new county initiative, is focused on providing job skills, workforce training, and educational…
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Girls and mothers strengthen bonds at 12th Annual Mother Daughter Conference
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Female students in 6th to 12th grade joined their mothers or positive female role models for breakfast and learning…
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UTEP celebrates progress of Texas Western Hall with “topping out” ceremony
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — University of Texas at El Paso president Heather Wilson joined officials from the school and Sundt Construction to celebrate…
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Tornillo ISD impacted by ‘cybersecurity event’
TORNILLO, Texas (KVIA) — On December 28, 2024, Tornillo ISD’s student information system experienced a ‘cybersecurity incident.’ “This incident…
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New El Paso beauty academy giving away one free tuition scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Beauty Barber Academy (EBBA) will have its Grand Opening celebration on Saturday, January 25th from 10 a.m. to 3…
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Socorro ISD superintendent surprise visits schools, rewarding students for high attendance
The Socorro Independent School District superintendent surprised several schools of all grade levels to recognize and celebrate them for achieving…
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NOVA Career Institute welcomes community to grand opening of new education facility
A new school in El Paso welcomed several community members and local businesses to their campus for their grand opening, inviting them to learn more…
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Canutillo ISD hosts community meeting on 2024 bond projects
CANUTILLO, TX (KVIA) — The Canutillo Independent School District will host a community meeting tonight to provide updates and gather input on their…
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UTEP names Salamah as first VP for Computing and AI
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso has named Salamah Salamah, Ph.D., as its new Associate Vice President for Scientific…
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Montwood High School awarded National Certificate for STEM Excellence
EL PASO, Texas ( KVIA-TV)-Montwood High School is the third school in the Socorro Independent School District to achieve the prestigious National…
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Governor seeks resignation of New Mexico university board after spending revelations
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has asked for the immediate resignation of regents at Western New Mexico State University after revelations of…
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Pebble Hills High School marching band is El Paso’s first participant in iconic Rose Parade
by Pablo Villa December 31, 2024 Bailey Cole followed her dad’s musical footsteps, a journey that has led to “the Granddaddy of Them All.”…
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Fundraiser provides opportunity for women of all ages to rock for You Rock! Music Camp
EL PASO, Texas ( KVIA-TV)-You Rock! camp returns to the Sun City this year. The fundraiser was created to provide a transformative musical experience…
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Las Cruces Public Schools finalizes new school boundary changes
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education unanimously approved district-wide boundary changes during a meeting…
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