Quality of Life Bond project over budget; City Rep. Noe fights for East Side pool
The City of El Paso underestimated the cost of a major project approved by voters in the 2012 Quality of Life Bond. Voters approved paying for an $8…
Continue Reading Details emerge in alleged animal cruelty case in Kern Place
Vandals hit the home of an alleged dog abuser in Kern Place. The home had “PETA” and “KILLR” painted on it last weekend. Home…
Continue Reading State Rep. Moody introduces bill to decriminalize possession of small amount of marijuana
State Rep. Joe Moody is introducing a bill to reduce the penalties for marijuana possession. The new bill, House Bill 507, would make the possession…
Continue Reading Ennis defeats Canutillo 41-13 in state semifinals
Canutillo’s defense came up big with a blocked punt two forced fumbles to keep the game close for a portion of the game. But it wasn’t…
Continue Reading Social media helps shelter get into the Chirstmas spirit
A local shelter for women looking to get into the Christmas spirit is getting help from the El Paso community. Dame La Mano, spanish for ‘give…
Continue Reading UMC board meets to discuss disciplinary action against CEO, takes no action
Members of the University Medical Center board heard from dozens of people during public comment Friday morning, every one of them praising hospital…
Continue Reading Kern Place residents fear neighbor killing puppies
El Paso Police are investigating concerns from Kern Place residents who fear one of their neighbors is killing and torturing puppies. ABC-7 is not…
Continue Reading Local UPS store prepares for busiest shipping day
The packages and gifts are piling up at a west El Paso UPS store. The busy season is no surprise to owner Enrique Esteves and his wife as they…
Continue Reading UPDATE: Ysleta Lions Club chosen to receive money from charity event with DJ with porn career
Veterans Entertainment has found a new charity to donate to after El Paso Children’s Hospital asked not to be the recipient for Veterans…
Continue Reading ABC-7 I-Team combs through additional info about UMC bonuses
For weeks now, ABC-7 viewers have been giving us feedback on the $120,000 bonus given to University Medical Center CEO Jim Valenti based on his…
Continue Reading Canutillo can’t wait for big game on Friday
From one end of Doniphan Street to the other, Canutillo residents are beaming with pride this week over the Eagles’ football playoff run,…
Continue Reading EPISD moves Laron Sharp back to principal at Irvin High School
About a week after being reassigned to Andress High School, Laron Sharp is back as principal at Irvin High School. El Paso Independent School…
Continue Reading Doa Ana County commissioners approve pay raises for elected positions, maintain holiday calendar
Doa Ana County commissioners decided to up the pay for some county officials, in hopes of drawing better qualified candidates down the road. The five…
Continue Reading Canutillo can’t wait for
The number of fans watching Friday’s State Class 5A semifinal game between Canutillo and Ennis went from a few thousand to possibly hundreds of…
Continue Reading Traffic closures this week in El Paso that could affect your drive
ABC-7 traffic alerts for this week: Paisano east and west between Park and Coles will be closed 9 a.m.-4 p.m. until Friday Dyer north and southbound…
Continue Reading Loyas defeat three others in Great Christmas Light Fight on national TV
The three other families featured in the second episode of The Great Christmas Light Fight had impressive Christmas displays. But they were…
Continue Reading El Pasoan killed in three-vehicle accident
An El Pasoan was killed in Andrews County, Texas Saturday morning. The Texas Department of Public Safety confirms that Steven Michael Bolton, 32,…
Continue Reading Teams expected to be announced for Hyundai Sun Bowl today
TheHyundai Sun Bowl Football Committee is expected to announce the two teams for this year’s Sun Bowl game. The public is invited to join the…
Continue Reading County Judge writes letter to UMC board chairs calling for resignations, chairman responds
County Judge Veronica Escobar has called for the resignation of the University Medical Center board of managers chairman and vice chairman. In a…
Continue Reading Canutillo defeats Everman 17-14
The Canutillo Eagles defeated Everman High School 17-14 in the Class 5A Division II State Quarterfinal. The Eagles are now the first High School…
Continue Reading UMC CEO Valenti to be reprimanded; County Judge calls for UMC board chair, vice chair resignations
A heated, standing-room only University Medical Center board meeting Friday ended with a reprimand coming to CEO Jim Valenti and the creation of a…
Continue Reading El Paso DA’s Office files motion to revoke probation of Antonio Escalante after 4th DWI arrest
The El Paso District Attorney’s Office has filed a motion to revoke the probation of boxer Antonio Escalante in light of his arrest for…
Continue Reading Crash on I-10 East at Piedras ha been cleared up
A collision on I-10 East at Piedras that closed the left two lanes and caused traffic to back up to at Schuster has been…
Continue Reading Hospital association: Valenti scrutiny not deserved
University Medical Center’s CEO Jim Valenti’s compensation has been under the microscope since news surfaced he received a $120,000 bonus…
Continue Reading Man arrested in Arizona for allegedly killing woman in Central El Paso
Dec. 5, 2014 Update: Law enforcement have arrested a 22-year-old man in the death of a 20-year-old woman in Central El Paso Thursday. Geomel Shaffa,…
Continue Reading Commissioners Court wants to see changes on UMC Board
The head of El Paso’s County hospital is not in good standing with the County Commissioners Court for a variety of reasons, like taking a big…
Continue Reading El Paso boxer Antonio Escalante arrested for 4th DWI this year; arrest appears to violate plea agreement
El Paso boxer Antonio Escalante’s arrest for allegedly Driving While Intoxicated Wednesday – his fourth this year – appears to be a…
Continue Reading UMC places lien on Children’s Hospital; another party could end up running Children’s Hospital
El Paso Children’s Hospital could brought into the El Paso County Hospital District. It’s an option on the table, said University Medical…
Continue Reading Police charge 1 with murder in drive-by shooting, seek another
El Paso Police have arrested one man and are looking for another in a Nov. 22 drive-by shooting death. Alejandro Leal, 31, of the 100 block of…
Continue Reading El Paso City manager announces organizational restructuring
City Manager Tommy Gonzalez has restructured the City. “I have been studying the organization and getting to know the staff. We have a strong…
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