UTEP expands esports program; EPCC launches its own
by Daniel Perez September 9, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. A 1990 “Far Side”…
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ABC-7 at 4: EPCC announced Esports as its new athletic program
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-El Paso Community College will participate in activities and competitions with more than 200 other institutions across the…
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El Paso Teachers Union reports multiple assaults on teachers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The President of the American Federation of Teachers for El Paso told ABC-7 that there have been reports of assaults on…
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32 Borderland schools receive Purple Star Campus designation
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — 32 Borderland schools made it on this year’s Texas Purple Star Campus Designation list. Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced…
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ABC-7 at 4: TexasWorks to host Ceremony for New Tuition-Free Adult Education and Career Program
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Joint El Paso Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location:…
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Thousands of kids return to school in Juárez
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The first week of September marked the start of school for hundreds of children in Juárez, along with tens of thousands…
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Texas Tech Dental Students Bring Holiday Smiles to Puerto Rico
PUERTO RICO (KVIA) — While many spent the holidays unwrapping gifts and gathering with family, a group of compassionate dental students from the…
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ABC-7 at 4: “Spot the Vape” Paso del Norte Health Foundation creates interactive game to educate the community
El Paso, TX ( KVIA-TV)- Audrey Garcia, Program Officer at Paso del Norte Health Foundation, and Kristen Ortega, Smokefree Project Coordinator at…
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Good Vibes Only: Single mother, DACC nursing student awarded scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— El Pasoan Maria Arellano was recently awarded a $5,500 scholarship to further her education. The single mother of two was…
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Canutillo ISD bond program ready for construction
Canutillo Independent School District’s bond program is finally out of the design phase and ready to start construction for new schools. Last May,…
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EPCC returns to class, highlights popular health career program
El Paso Community College begins their fall semester this week, and their Rio Grande Campus is also celebrating its 50th year this semester. ABC-7…
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Updates and upcoming events for UTEP fall semester
ABC-7 joined UTEP President Dr. Heather Wilson to discuss the latest updates and upcoming events happening at the university. UTEP will greet new and…
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Good Vibes Only: NMSU student with cerebral palsy inspires educators at Gadsden ISD
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA)– In a packed room full of educators, 28-year-old Arcelia “Arcy” Mendoza gave a message of inspiration and encouragement.…
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Pediatrician: Student athletes should get sports physicals to check for concussions
With sports comes injuries, and some children can be at higher risk if they don’t get a sports physical before playing. Now with high school…
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UT System regents approve $118 million for campus maintenance, student union fee increase
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is getting $118 million to fund maintenance projects across campus. The University of Texas System Board of Regents…
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Socorro ISD board appoints James P. Vasquez as superintendent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — At the Board of Trustees meeting last night, Socorro ISD trustees unanimously voted to approve James P. Vasquez’s employment…
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More harm than good: Students overworking themselves at school
Now that students are back in the classrooms, it’s important for them to keep a healthy school-life balance. One expert at Emergence Health Network…
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‘Alyssa’s Law’ just took effect in Texas. Here’s how it impacts your child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “Alyssa’s Law,” also known as Senate Bill 838, takes affect this school year for Texas schools. The legislation requires…
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Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments requirement in 11 school districts
By Jaden Edison, Eleanor Klibanoff and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune June 26, 2025 “Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments…
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NMSU students begin fall semester with new programs
As part of ABC-7’s back-to-school coverage, we joined New Mexico State University in Las Cruces as they return to class for the fall semester on…
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EPISD approves new property tax rate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees has approved the new property tax rate for the upcoming year.…
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Cathedral High School celebrates 100th Anniversary
Cathedral High School returns to school this year, now marking 100 years since opening its doors. ABC-7 joined them Tuesday morning as part of our…
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Most El Paso school districts see gains in TEA accountability scores
by Claudia Lorena Silva August 18, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. School districts…
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Texas Tech University System, FBI partner to improve national security.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The FBI and the Texas Tech University System have entered into a landmark Cooperative Research and Development Agreement…
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Good Vibes Only: K-9 trades police responsibilities for retirement
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA)— Thursday marked the end of the chapter at Canutillo ISD. The police department’s very first K-9 retired. Officer Alis, a…
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As school returns, so does the cold and flu. Here’s how to prevent the spread.
As students head back to school, parents need to know how to prevent their children from getting sick. ABC-7 spoke to Dr. Janel Lynch, a pediatrician…
Continue Reading UTEP relaunching press after nearly 20 years
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is relaunching its press after nearly 20 years of inactivity. The university plans to use modern print-on-demand and…
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Texas Tech El Paso announces new Biomedical Ph.D. program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center have announced a new Ph.D. program for Biomedical Sciences. This new doctoral…
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After more than a year, NSF eliminates ‘suspended’ UTEP-led grant
by Daniel Perez August 13, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The National Science…
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Loretto Academy shares school updates and new programs
ABC-7 joined Loretto Academy as they returned to school this week. Loretto Academy started school on Aug. 11. Athletics Director Oscar Nieto tells…
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