San Elizario ISD to close 2 elementary schools, reorganize grade levels
SAN ELIZARIO, Texas (KVIA) — The San Elizario Independent School District Board of Trustees approved closing two of its elementary schools,…
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Abbott names El Paso nonprofit as grant winner for helping Texans in educational, career success
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso nonprofit is one of 27 programs from Texas to earn competitive grants, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said Tuesday.…
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers visit highlights stormwater infrastructure investment in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today El Paso Water held an event to celebrate the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ investment in two key environmental…
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New World Screwworm case reported in dog; how you can protect your pet
The New World Screwworm has made it’s way to Texas cattle and a pet in New Mexico — now a local vet wants you to pay close attention to your cat or…
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Saddle up for Starr Western Wear’s weekend rodeo in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Saddle up for the rodeo this weekend. Starr Western Wear’s Rodeo El Paso will bring more than 250 professional athletes to…
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ABC-7 obtains audit warning YISD could become financially insolvent within 2 years
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Ysleta Independent School District’s general fund could become financially insolvent within one to two fiscal years,…
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Saving lives in El Paso, one donation at a time through blood drive at the Legacy at Cimarron
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One senior living community in West El Paso is asking the community to volunteer their time and blood Tuesday, all in effort…
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EPISD votes to cut 55 jobs during board meeting
UPDATE: The EPISD Board of Trustees voted to cut 55 contracted positions during their meeting Monday night. The board approved 94 jobs to be cut, but…
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Man accused of threatening shoppers with knife at Outlet Shoppes arrested
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 41-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he threatened several people with a knife at the Outlet…
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Ysleta ISD leaders discuss options to address ongoing budget deficit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Ysleta Independent School District leaders are weighing a series of measures to address a multimillion dollar budget…
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Man charged for alleged gas station robbery
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Deputies with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said Monday it arrested a 32-year-old man suspected of a theft at a gas…
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Las Cruces teen to represent New Mexico at Miss Teen USA 2025
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A Las Cruces teenager is set to take the national stage later this month as she competes for the title of Miss Teen USA…
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PHOTO GALLERY: Double rainbow over El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Weekend thunderstorms treated El Pasoans to a stunning double rainbow Sunday. The National Weather Service said double…
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Girl Scouts learn home repairs with SHEBuilds ‘n Drills Workshop
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Fifteen Girl Scouts will spend the week learning how to repair and handle home emergencies. The annual SHEBuilds ‘n Drills…
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CBP finds 11 adults, 1 child in El Paso stash house
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Twelve people have been arrested after U.S. Border Patrol and Homeland Security Investigations found a stash house in El…
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Cooling centers open as temperatures in El Paso rise
UPDATE (June 12, 2026) — The County of El Paso sent an updated list of cooling centers Friday: Agua Dulce Community Center – 15371 Kentwood Ave.…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – The Data Center Debate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The debate over data centers reached a new level in the Borderland this week. At El Paso City Hall, it took eight hours of…
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El Paso County weighs fireworks ban ahead of Fourth of July
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “We’re gonna be patrolling the areas, patrolling the county to make sure people are staying away from fireworks tents.…
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Deputies rescue 35 animals, charge man for alleged animal cruelty
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 39-year-old El Paso man faced 20 counts of animal cruelty after the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said Monday it rescued…
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Crash involving EPPD unit in Downtown El Paso
UPDATE (9:57 a.m.) — An El Paso Police Detective Judy Oviedo told ABC-7 police learned about the crash at 2:38 a.m. She said the police unit was at…
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EP Water shares tips on saving water, reducing summer bills
El Paso Water says this is the time of year when residents will start to see their bills increasing. On average, every person uses 67 gallons per…
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La Nube celebrates National Children’s Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – La Nube STEAM Discovery Center allowed the first 600 children to enter for free to celebrate National Children’s Day and…
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Sun Metro debuts new routes, schedules, transportation system
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Starting Sunday, Sun Metro is bringing changes to its system; riders can expect new routes and schedules. Route and schedule…
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El Paso Animal Services urges pet owners to prepare ahead of Fourth of July fireworks
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With Fourth of July celebrations less than a month away, El Paso Animal Services is encouraging pet owners to take steps now…
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El Paso County to open cooling centers as summer temperatures rise
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County will open four cooling centers beginning Monday, June 15, to help residents stay safe during the summer heat.…
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Local Airbnb and business owner says new city ordinance will not affect short-term rental owners
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 reported the City of El Paso approved a new ordinance requiring short-term vacation rental owners to contribute to El…
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WATCH: 5 rescued from hazardous hopper car during CBP inspection
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Friday, the Office of Field Operations Port of El Paso said Customs and Border Protection officers rescued five people…
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Water rescue reported in Segundo Barrio area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso police and U.S. Border Patrol agents are rescuing a person from the Rio Grande Friday. El Paso police said it…
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Borderland dermatologist provides tips to protect your skin this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — During warm months, it’s important to take extra care of your skin! You can spend time outdoors without raising your skin…
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Man charged for alleged hit-and-run, violating protective order
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man suspected of a hit-and-run. At 6:17 p.m. that day, deputies…
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