EPISD nearly done with all projects from $668 million bond
UPDATE – EPISD’s Chief Operations Officer, Stacy Pearson, told ABC-7 the 2016 projects is 97% completed, and is expected to be completed in the…
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UTEP launches new physics PhD program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso has launched a doctoral physics program with an emphasis in quantum information sciences.…
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Texas Tech Dental Oral Health Clinic offered free screenings and cleanings for senior citizens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Tech Dental Oral Health Clinic located at 222 Rick Francis St. El Paso, Texas 79905, offered free…
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Probe of newly found phone threat to slain Vegas journalist might delay trial of ex-elected official
By KEN RITTER Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — A voicemail threat by an unidentified person to a Las Vegas investigative journalist seven months…
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El Paso reaches out to residents for climate action plan
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso hosted an open-house public meeting on Wednesday at the Chamizal Community Center and Library, 2119…
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Towanda R. Thorne-James named Special Agent in Charge of DEA El Paso Division
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Towanda R. Thorne-James has taken over the Drug Enforcement Administration El Paso Division as the new Special Agent in…
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City staff present solutions to West El Paso residents living along Frontera Road
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City Representative Brian Kennedy, along with city staff and Mayor Oscar Leeser, talked with residents in District 1…
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El Paso Sheriff’s Office warns scammers are calling, threatening to put victims in jail unless paid
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of a phone scam. A spokesperson says scammers are calling people…
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Dorris Van Doren Library reopens after extensive renovations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Public Library Dorris Van Doren Branch opened for the first time in months Wednesday. The branch underwent…
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El Pasoan claims $1 million Mega Millions prize
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The person who won a $1 million second-tier Mega Millions prize in August 2023 has claimed his or her prize. The winner, who…
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Community meeting set to address potential traffic issues on Frontera Rd.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City Representative Brian Kennedy is hosting a community meeting tonight, where they will provide an update on the potential…
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Chihuahuita Recreation Center celebrates reopening
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Chihuahuita Recreation Center, which has been closed since the beginning of the pandemic, celebrated its reopening…
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El Paso Electric announces expansion of its Texas Community Solar Program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Electric will host the official groundbreaking of the expansion of its voluntary Texas Community Solar Program…
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Doctor warns El Pasoans are at high risk for heart disease
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person dies every 33 seconds in the United Stats from cardiovascular disease, according to the Center for Disease…
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El Paso Water celebrates approval of $588 million budget
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Water celebrated the approval of a $588 million budget today with a construction forum at the…
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Local barber gave free haircuts to kids at Herrera Elementary SchoolÂ
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Michelle turret, owner of Vintage Trims contacted Herrera Elementary School to ask for permission…
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Army soldier honored after 33 year career serving country
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A retirement ceremony was held to commemorate the career of a proud service member. After serving the Army for a majority of…
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Albertson’s floral experts get ready for Valentine’s Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This Valentine’s Day approximately 23 million stems of Valentine’s Day flowers are expected to sell. Choose from…
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All your Valentine’s Day treats you need at Chocolat’ in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — If you want to spoil someone special today for Valentine’s Day, it’s almost impossible to go wrong with a box of…
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Missing man found in El Paso, receiving medical attention at hospital
Update: A police spokesperson say Green has been located and “is receiving medical care at a local hospital.” Police have canceled the Silver Alert…
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Socorro ISD hosting ‘Instructional Job Fair’ seeking for qualified candidates for teacher, instructional aide positions
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — The Socorro Independent School District is seeking highly qualified instructors to teach for the 2023-2024 school year and…
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Over 1.5 million fentanyl pills seized by the DEA El Paso Field Division in 2023
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the DEA El Paso Field Division, which covers both West Texas and New Mexico, 1.5 million fentanyl pills and…
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UTEP Aerospace Center drives El Paso towards aerospace and defense manufacturing powerhouse
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In a push for economic prosperity, the UTEP Aerospace Center is actively shaping the future of aerospace and defense…
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Donate to APS Resource Room: Bienvivir Collaborates for Vulnerable Adults
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Bienvivir, in collaboration with Adult Protective Services (APS), is spearheading a donation drive to benefit vulnerable…
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Man killed in crash just south of Texas New Mexico state line Friday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A man was killed in a crash at the 13999 Block of Gateway North on Friday, January 19th. Special Traffic Investigators…
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El Paso County Elections officials report very low voter turnout in District 2 runoff
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With less than an hour left to vote in the City of El Paso’s District 2 runoff election, officials with the El Paso County…
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City of El Paso response asks for lawsuit filed by Chief Internal Auditor to be dismissed
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The City of El Paso has submitted a response to the a lawsuit filed by Chief Internal Auditor Edmundo Calderon. The…
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Horizon Fire Department battling mobile home fire
UPDATE: Horizon Fire Department has confirmed the mobile home was damaged beyond repair. The home next door was saved, and seven animals were rescued…
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office apprehends sexual assault suspect
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Sheriff’s Office deputies received an arrest warrant for 47-year-old Eddy Medina on Thursday, January 18 for…
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