Toby Keith dies: Country star was battling stomach cancer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Country singer Toby Keith has died at the age of 62 after a battle with cancer. He first gained popularity in the early…
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EPCC opens Video Creative Makerspace for student productions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Community College (EPCC) held a grand opening Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. to showcase its new…
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ABC-7 at 4: Hands-On Touch Aquarium, Jungle Reef to open in El Paso
EL PASO, TX (KVIA)-The grand opening for Jungle Reef will take place on February 9th, 10th, and the 11th. You and your family will get the chance to…
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Black History Month Love Letters Displayed in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, TX ( KVIA)- In celebration of Black History Month, the City of El Paso and Destination El Paso areproud to unveil a new Love Letters display…
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11th suspect in Terrance Kinard Capital Murder case now in custody
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has confirmed through online court records that an 11th suspect in a years-old murder case has now been arrested and…
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Paso del Norte Community Foundation announces its 2024 scholarships opportunities
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Paso del Norte Community Foundation has advanced its efforts in the facilitation and promotion of its diverse 2024…
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‘Most Wanted’ sex offender captured in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A man who appeared on the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender list was captured in El Paso this week. Kenneth Wayne Dove Jr.…
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Crime of the Week: Have you seen this person?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Crime Stoppers of El Paso is looking for a person who allegedly took deposit bags from an eastside fast food restaurant.…
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Breast Cancer Warrior’s Journey: A Triumph of Early Detection and Community Support
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Gloria Sanchez, a breast cancer survivor, attributes her triumph to life-saving preventive programs at Texas Tech University…
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Oregon St exit from Loop 375 opens with advanced Wrong-Way Driver Detection System
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Traffic in Downtown El Paso is expected to alleviate as Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) officials announced they…
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Two year anniversary of De Soto Hotel fire in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sunday, Feb. 4 marks two years since the De Soto Hotel fire in downtown El Paso. Destructive flames left the city’s skyline…
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Rebuilding Together El Paso: Transforming Homes, Changing Lives
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Rebuilding Together El Paso, a nonprofit organization, is making a significant impact by providing safety and health-related…
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Watch: Sunday Mass by the Diocese of El Paso, February 4, 2024
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is proud to partner with the Diocese of El Paso to bring our viewers Sunday Mass February 4, 2024. This week’s Mass…
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Groundbreaking ceremony held for Azul Cielo Townhomes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A groundbreaking ceremony was held for Azul Cielo Townhomes, a collaborative project by North Pass Development Team, Raiz…
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Las Vegas is gearing up for Super Bowl 58, what to expect
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The defending Super Bowl champs, Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers are heading to Vegas Sunday, a week ahead of…
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Socorro Middle School hosting Latino Literacy Nights
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — Socorro Middle School will host a series of Latino Literacy Nights for the school’s students and parents starting Feb. 2…
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El Paso prosecutor allegedly involved in hit-and-run
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A prosecutor under DA Bill Hicks allegedly fled the scene of a hit-and-run incident and the DA office says “his behavior…
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El Paso treasure hunt could lead you to $1,000 prize or free smoothies for a year from Tropical Smoothie Cafe
El Paso, TEXAS — A month-long treasure hunt is promising to give you an opportunity to learn about El Paso’s history and culture before you have the…
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President of El Paso Chamber and El Paso’s mayor at odds over “call to action” letter sent to members of the chamber
EL PASO, Texas — The President of the El Paso Chamber sent a letter titled, “”Call to Action: Advocating for Transparency and Opportunity in Local…
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El Paso ISD secures highest number of All State student musicians in region
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Independent School District has secured the highest number of All-State student musicians in the region, two ranking…
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Federal jury sentences El Paso dealer to decade in prison for selling fentanyl
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 56-year-old Gary Everett Rinker will spend the next 130 months in prison after a federal court found him guilty of…
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El Paso public figures to take part in Special Olympics Polar Plunge
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thousands of dollars are raised every year for Special Olympics Texas & the El Paso area through the Polar Plunge, and…
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Texas VFW names El Pasoan as Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) announced that El Pasoan teacher Chandra Chapman was selected as the…
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El Paso City Council hosts public strategic planning session
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — El Paso City Council is inviting the community to their public strategic planning session, today. This opportunity allows…
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Former El Paso Police Officer accused of stealing from hit-and-run victim
Update (August 2, 2024): Morales has several settlement conferences scheduled, from September 2024 through March 2025. There are also two jury trial…
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New Details: Man accused of assaulting neighbors in Northwest El Paso facing 8 charges
Update: New court documents obtained by ABC-7 reveal that Guerrero’s wife told first responders her husband suffered from a mental illness and was…
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Four EPISD high school mariachi bands qualify for state competition
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Four El Paso Independent School District high school mariachi bands have qualified for the 2024 UIL State Mariachi Festival.…
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Military Child Education Coalition conducting a training and education summit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) and the national advocate for Purple Star Schools, is conducting a training…
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El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens launching free educational zoo adventure programÂ
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is expanding its existing outreach program, and is launching a free, educational Zoo…
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Five SISD schools qualify for state mariachi festival
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Five Socorro Independent School District high schools qualified for the 2024 UIL State Mariachi Festival after earning…
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