“Humanize, Don’t Militarize” peaceful protest
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) – A group of immigration and public-lands activists gathered at the border area in Santa Teresa, New Mexico Saturday…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Scattered to widespread thunderstorms possible, localized flooding expected in heavy rain
Our ABC-7 First Alert continues in the Borderland for the chance for scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms in the Borderland. The best…
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Community Cleanup events in East Montana, Fabens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Public Works Department is hosting two community cleanup events Saturday morning, as part of a…
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“Humanize; Don’t Militarize”: Protest against border militarization in New Mexico
SANTA TERESA, NEW MEXICO (KVIA)– On July 12, 2025, activists in Santa Teresa, New Mexico will gather for a non-violence protest rally against border…
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Trump announces 30% tariffs on European Union and Mexico
President Donald Trump has posted two letters on his social media platform announcing new tariffs on the European Union and Mexico that…
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First Alert for thunderstorms and dust this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This weekend we will see significant changes in the weather as widespread thunderstorms are expected. The storms will begin…
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How quickly can items melt inside of a car
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– In the month of July, the average high temperatures are around 100 degrees here in the Borderland. According to the the…
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New case of New World Screwworm shuts border crossing again
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Santa Teresa livestock crossing was set to open up July 21st after months of closure due to the New World Screwworm, a…
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Groups working to help those impacted by Ruidoso Flooding, and where to donate
RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Heavy flooding caused massive damage in the Village of Ruidoso, killing three. Some are rebuilding in areas that were…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Storms increase Saturday, with the potential for an isolated strong to severe storm. Gusty winds and potential dust, too.
It’s been a hot one Friday – El Paso hit 108 – the second hottest day of the season so far. The hottest was 109 on June 15. Temps will gradually cool…
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Backstage look at UTEP Dinner Theatre’s: The SpongeBob Musical
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP Dinner Theatre’s production of The SpongeBob Musical opens tonight July 11. ABC-7’s Sarah Coria is a part of the…
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Woman sentenced to 10 years for DWI crash that killed a bicyclist in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A judge handed down a 10-year prison sentence to Emily Elizabeth Portillo for a DWI-related crash that killed Roy…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday: One-on-one with El Paso Congresswoman Veronica Escobar
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – President Donald Trump signed his signature legislation known as the Big Beautiful Bill into law on July 4th. How will the…
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Emergence Health Network promotes emotional wellness at La Nube
ABC-7 got a first look of Emergence Health Network Day at La Nube — a family-friendly event that promotes emotional wellness with discovery and…
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Good Vibes Only: Volunteers transform lives of homeowners in need
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Female volunteers are rolling up their sleeves and repairing homes for those in need! Rebuilding Together El Paso, in…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Extreme heat today, strong weekend rain chances
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the heat. Temperatures will be dangerously hot today. Rain chances will also…
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Construction Frustration: Businesses blame ongoing Montana construction on slow sales
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– ABC-7 spoke to some local businesses who said ongoing construction along Montana Avenue continues to impact them. …
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ABC-7 catches up with El Dorado’s star RB and Minnesota commit, Ryan Estrada ahead of final high school season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The four star running back and recent Minnesota commit, Ryan Estrada, chose to become a Golden Gopher after feeling like he…
Continue Reading ABC-7 First Alert continues – Extreme heat short-term; storms increase early next week
We will continue to add to our triples the next couple of days climbing anywhere from 103-107. With this extreme heat, please don’t over exert and…
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Member of 1966 Texas Western national championship team, Dick Myers has died
EL PASO, Texas – Another member of the 1966 Texas Western national championship team has died. Dick Myers, 80, played in 14 games during the 1966…
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GoFundMe for Trotter family reaches over $120,000
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A GoFundMe started by a relative of the Trotter family has reached over $120,000. The fundraiser was started by Henry Wyatt,…
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Corazon De Oro accepting donations for Ruidoso flood victims
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico(KVIA)– The flooding in Ruidoso has left many people displaced and in need of resources. The owners of Corazon De Oro are…
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Construction crew gets caught in deadly Ruidoso floods
RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) – Ramon Nieto and his crew were in Ruidoso to fix what was left of a house from last year’s floods. On Tuesday, when it…
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$745,041.47 paid out to Crusius court appointed defense attorneys
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Â Defense attorneys for the August 3rd mass shooter were paid $1.3 million for representing Patrick Crusius in the federal…
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El Paso Symphony Orchestra to perform Jurassic Park in Concert at Plaza Theatre
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Plaza Theatre announced Jurassic Park in Concert is coming to El Paso later in the year. The music of the 1993 film…
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A first in El Paso opens and is ready to “SERVE”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – It is time to serve! Pickleball has gained in popularity in recent years, and now El Pasoans have a brand new venue to put…
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New Mexico urging Ruidoso residents to apply for unemployment benefits if affected by floods
RUIDOSO, New Mexico – People across Ruidoso whose jobs have been affected by the floods are urged to apply for standard unemployment benefits. The…
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‘The threat of rain is imminent’: Ruidoso officials fear more flooding Saturday
RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) – Ruidoso officials announced in a Thursday morning news conference that they fear more rain on Saturday may bring…
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