16 virus deaths, 223 new cases announced in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health announced 16 coronavirus-related deaths and 223 new cases Thursday morning. The…
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Lower Valley mural colorfully highlights importance of family
El Paso, Texas — A new mural in El Paso’s Lower Valley is catching the attention of many locals in the community, and for good reason. “We’ve been…
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In-person mass capacity boosted to 50% for El Paso’s Catholic churches
El Paso, Texas — The Diocese of El Paso announced Wednesday evening that Catholic churches in El Paso County will be allowed to have increased…
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Female Fort Bliss soldier who went missing under ‘suspicious’ circumstances is found safe
UPDATE: Fort Bliss officials told ABC-7 that soldier Oranda Herminette Perez Moctezuma, who prompted a search effort after she went missing under…
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Congresswoman Escobar joins lawsuit against Trump and Proud Boys over U.S. Capitol riot
WASHINGTON, D.C. — El Paso Democratic Congresswoman Veronica Escobar on Wednesday joined a group of lawmakers in an NAACP lawsuit that seeks damages…
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El Pasoans will soon need to dial all 10 digits for local phone calls
EL PASO, Texas — Starting this fall, El Pasoans and other residents of the 915 area code will have to dial a 10-digit number — rather than seven…
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El Paso NFL star Aaron Jones mourns death of father
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso native and NFL star Aaron Jones is mourning the death of his father, Alvin Jones, Sr., saying his “heart (is) torn into a…
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Albertsons opens largest El Paso store, donates $200,000 to charity
EL PASO, Texas — What is now the largest Albertsons grocery store in El Paso became the first new location to open in two decades on Wednesday. As…
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‘Inmates are human’: Questions remain over when El Paso inmates could receive vaccine
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is allowing in-person inmate visits to resume this weekend at the downtown jail and…
Continue Reading Active cases rise again as El Paso reports 9 virus deaths
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health announced nine new coronavirus-related deaths and 184 new cases Wednesday morning.…
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Borderland gun shops see ammo shortage after firearms sales soar
EL PASO, Texas — Gun sales have soared during the past year and now Borderland gun shops report seeing a shortage of ammunition. Data shows…
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Some Borderland restaurants ‘desperate’ to find workers as pandemic eases
EL PASO, Texas — With Covid-19 restrictions being lifted in Texas, more businesses are looking to hire. However, some El Paso employers -…
Continue Reading In-person El Paso County jail inmate visits to start again April 10
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office says it will resume allowing in-person inmate visitation at the downtown jail and the jail…
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UTEP head hoops coach Rodney Terry announces he’s stepping down for Texas assistant job
EL PASO, Texas — After days hours of speculation, UTEP will now be looking for their 21st head basketball coach in school history. Rodney Terry on…
Continue Reading 8 virus deaths, 202 new cases reported in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health announced eight new coronavirus-related deaths and 202 new cases Tuesday morning.…
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Man arrested after east El Paso SWAT standoff triggered by family assault case
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso police SWAT was called out Monday evening to a home in the 3400 block of East Glen for a barricaded man with a weapon, who…
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TxDOT signs rooting for Baylor in NCAA tourney – some El Paso motorists not thrilled
EL PASO, Texas — The men’s basketball NCAA championship takes place Monday night. So who are you rooting for? If you’re going against the Texas team…
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Injured hiker airlifted out of McKelligon Canyon as rescuer is bitten by snake
EL PASO, Texas – An injured hiker who was unable to walk had to be airlifted out of McKelligon Canyon in the Franklin Mountains, officials…
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Mayor, county judge tout El Paso’s virus vaccination efforts
EL PASO, Texas — At a joint news conference Monday, Mayor Oscar Leeser and County Judge Ricardo Samaniego touted El Paso’s progress with declining…
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78-year-old El Paso woman dies as car crashes into tree in Album Park
EL PASO, Texas — A 78-year-old El Paso woman whose car crashed into a tree in a park is the city’s 15th traffic fatality of the year, police said…
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Speaking Rock reopens with live music, but restrictions are in place
EL PASO, Texas — The Tigua Tribe has brought back live entertainment at Speaking Rock for the public. People can now enjoy live music in the outdoor…
Continue Reading 1 virus death, 126 new cases announced in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health announced one new coronavirus-related deaths and 126 new cases Monday morning. The…
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El Paso’s Better Business Bureau warns scammers can use vaccine card photos to steal information
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Experts are warning about a new Covid-related concern: people posting vaccine cards online. As more people get the Covid-19…
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El Pasoans flock to city parks for Easter – the 1st holiday gatherings in a year
EL PASO, Texas — Easter Sunday brought the sunshine, chocolates and something we haven’t seen very much of this past year – groups of people…
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Some Fort Bliss soldiers return home from deployment just in time for Easter Sunday
EL PASO, Texas — Soldiers in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team returned home to Fort Bliss on Sunday from overseas deployment to be greeted by…
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At least 4 injured, 1 critically, in east El Paso multi-car crash
EL PASO, Texas – Four people were rushed to the hospital after a multiple vehicle crash in east El Paso Sunday afternoon, a police dispatch spokesman…
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Woman in 20s, man in 30s among 5 latest El Paso Covid-19 deaths
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso public health officials said Sunday that a woman in her 20s and a man in his 30s were among five newly reported deaths in…
Continue Reading WATCH: Easter Sunday Mass from El Paso’s St. Patrick Cathedral
ABC-7 partners with El Paso Catholic Diocese for Holy Week services online & on-air EL PASO, Texas — ABC-7 is proud to partner with the El Paso…
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Canutillo ISD has plan to provide internet access to students in rural areas
Canutillo, Texas — Having access to internet has been so crucial for students to continue their education during the pandemic. However, those who…
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El Pasoans gear up for summer travel in wake of new CDC guidance
EL PASO, Texas — An El Paso travel agent says people are preparing to travel again, boosted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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