UTEP engineering students to go to international rocket competition
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students part of UTEP’s Sun City Rocket Team will be preparing for liftoff to this year’s Spaceport America Cup. This year…
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Canutillo ISD kindergarteners publish children’s book
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Some Canutillo Elementary School students published their first children’s book this academic school year. Kindergarten…
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Borderland seniors reflect on high school journey through COVID pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The class of 2024 is remembering their high school journey, which was marked by a global pandemic, as commencement…
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Ysleta ISD discussing next year’s budget
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Ysleta Independent School District board met today to discuss the budget for the 2024-2025 school year. During public…
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ABC-7 at 4: ‘Mija, Yes You Can.’ and Pioneers21 Launch “Mija Pioneers” Summer Program
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Enrollment is now open for “Mija Pioneers,” a one-day summer program organized by Mija, Yes, You Can, and Pioneers21.…
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SISD school board votes no on raises; reduces health plan contributions
by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersJune 7, 2024 The Socorro school board voted Thursday not to give teachers and staff raises for the 2024-25…
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ABC-7 at 4-Smart Money: Senior Citizen Scams
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Do you know someone who has been the victim of a financial scam? According to an AARP report in 2023, which used data from…
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A Texas county removed 17 books from its libraries. An appeals court says eight must be returned.
By KEVIN McGILL Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Eight books dealing with subjects including racism and transgender issues must be returned to…
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Free summer meals offered at 32 El Paso ISD schools
El Paso, Texas ( KVIA)-The El Paso Independent School District will offer all community children ages 1 to 18 complimentary breakfast and lunch…
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“If I’m gonna take that blame, we better have some proof:” Principal of troubled Las Cruces charter school responds to bullying allegations
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Chief Academic Officer of Alma D’Arte charter school in Las Cruces has responded to bullying allegations made…
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El Paso ISD celebrating opening of Wiggs Family Resource Center
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Independent School District and the El Paso High Feeder Pattern are celebrating the opening of the Wiggs Family…
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Socorro ISD offers a summer meal service program
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Socorro Independent School District’s Child Nutrition Services Department is excited to announce a summer meal service…
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Salvation Army summer program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This summer, The Salvation Army invites children ages 8-14 to join the 6th Annual Music & Arts Conservatory, offering a…
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Summer safety tips for kids from El Paso trauma doctor
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As students get out for summer break, it’s a time for outdoor fun. However, local doctors are urging families to take…
Continue Reading IDEA Public Schools approves over $20 million in staff compensation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — IDEA Public Schools announced they have approved over $20 million dollars in staff compensation increases. IDEA says…
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Las Cruces Public Schools holds inaugural State of the District Address
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces Public Schools hosted its first-ever State of the District Address Wednesday, which aimed to outline…
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ABC-7 at 4: FBI’s new Child ID App, helpful tool for parents
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Summertime is approaching. As school ends and many families are planning summer vacation trips, the FBI is sharing an app…
Continue Reading Idea Public Schools offering free meals to children this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Idea Public Schools will be offering free meals to local children this summer, regardless of whether or not they are…
Continue Reading El Paso Community College District 4 Trustee resigns to take role of El Paso County Attorney
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Community College District 4 Trustee, Christina Sanchez, resigned from her role on the board on May 22nd to take on…
Continue Reading Five Socorro High School students sign with Texas Tech Health El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Five Socorro High School Health Profession Academy students signed letters of intent to continue their nursing education at…
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Petition seeks to remove Canutillo ISD board president
UPDATE – ABC-7 heard back from Canutillo ISD trustee Breanne Barnes, who was mentioned by name in the statement provided by the board president…
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The City of El Paso to open a new Women, Infants, and Children center
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—The City’s Department of Public Health will open a new WIC center. The city is celebrating its new location, which provides…
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Barrio Chamizal families rally against environmental, educational, and housing issues
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Families in the Barrio Chamizal community are rallying today to raise awareness about their longstanding environmental,…
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UTEP celebrating 50th anniversary of its MBA program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Masters of Business Administration Program. The Woody L. Hunt College of…
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EPISD employee terminated after criminal arrest for alleged ‘obstruction or retaliation’
Update: The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to terminate Castellano. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso…
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EPISD votes down termination of Lundy Elementary School teacher after investigation for alleged testing irregularities
Update: The EPISD Board of Trustees voted not to terminate Schuster EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The future of a Lundy Elementary School teacher will be…
Continue ReadingKitchen knife confiscated from student at Spc. Rafael Hernando III Middle School
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Staff at Spc. Rafael Hernando III Middle School confiscated a kitchen knife from a student today. The school’s principal…
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Coronado High School to host Community Agricultural Program
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—High school Agricultural education programs provide students with opportunities to learn about various aspects of agriculture,…
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Fight at SISD Middle School goes viral on social media
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Video appearing to show a fight between two students at Hurshel Antwine Middle School Monday, is going viral on social…
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Horses Unlimited to offer Stampede Into Summer Out of School
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—Summer Camp and Stampede Into Summer Out of School Event is an educational experience and a fun-filled adventure for children of…
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