Lockdown lifted at Austin High School in Central El Paso after threat
Update: El Paso ISD sent out the following statement: “Normal operations have resumed at Austin High School after a Lockdown protocol was enacted…
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McDonald’s El Paso awards $100,000 in scholarships to local students
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — McDonald’s El Paso Scholarships Program will award $100,000 in scholarships to El Paso students. McDonald’s owner/operator…
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NMSU chosen to test Cisco new technology
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico State University has been chosen by Cisco to test its new hologram technology. The hologram will allow…
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Borderland high school seniors to be awarded McDonald’s El Paso Scholarships
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Today, several high school seniors in the Borderland will be recognized for their academic achievements with scholarships aimed…
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ABC-7 is searching for answers after two SISD board members were arrested
Update: ABC-7 learned that Ricardo and Gabriela Castellano both bonded out of jail the same day they were arrested, according to jail bond records.…
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Coronado High School to celebrate completion of new transformation
El Paso, TX (KVIA)-Coronado High School will get a new makeover, and the latest enhancements are part of the $668 million bond approved by voters in…
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Empowering voices: Horizon High School students publish book on immigration
Horizon High School’s English teacher, James Riddle, spearheaded a project that elevated the voices of 150 students, turning them into coauthors of…
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UTEP holds 2024 Spring commencement this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– UTEP graduation ceremonies will be taking place this weekend at the Don Haskins center. Two commencements are taking…
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2024 Beautillion from boyhood to manhood
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—The 2024 Beautillion, from boyhood to manhood, is a significant event in our community and is just around the corner. The event…
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Indictments: 2 Socorro ISD board members targeted district employees Â
by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersMay 10, 2024 Socorro Independent School District trustees Pablo Barrera and Ricardo “Richard’ Castellano,…
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Three El Paso teens to graduate with bachelor’s degrees from UTEP this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Graduation season is a special time for graduates, but for three El Paso teens, it’s a very special occasion. Samantha…
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Foundation working on college mental health, suicide rates go down — including Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students face a high level of stress from their classes — and for college students — choosing careers and moving from…
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UTEP looking for new aerospace center leader
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP announced they are looking for the next individual to lead the aerospace center at the university. The university has…
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Socorro ISD Trustee Ricardo Castellano and his wife were just arrested for obstruction. This is the second SISD trustee arrested today.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Socorro ISD Trustee Ricardo Castellano was just arrested on two counts of “obstruction or retaliation,” according to El Paso…
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SISD Trustee Pablo Barrera arrested for official oppression, attorney confirms
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has learned Socorro Independent School District Trustee Pablo Barrera was arrested Thursday on various charges,…
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ABC-7 at 4: Ministry Leaders Reset Conference
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—The Ministry Leaders Reset Conference will take place at the El Paso Community College Admin Building Boardroom on Saturday, May…
Continue Reading Ysleta Independent School District offering free breakfast and lunch to children during summer break
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ysleta Independent School District announced they will be offering free breakfast and lunch to children from Monday to…
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U.S. National Science Foundation responds to UTEP’s aerospace grant suspension
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As we reported on Monday, the U.S. National Science Foundation instructed the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) to…
Continue Reading U.S. National Science Foundation suspends UTEP’s aerospace grant
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On April 25, The U.S. National Science Foundation instructed the University of Texas, El Paso to suspend work on the…
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Ysleta ISD students participate in Career Signing Day ceremony
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—El Paso Community College, Ysleta ISD’s Career & Technical Education program, will hold a Career Signing Day ceremony at the…
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UTEP announces 24 students will be receiving Terry Scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 24 high school seniors received full-ride Terry Scholarships to UTEP, which includes a $5000 study-abroad trip. UTEP says…
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More meetings set for next week to discuss EPISD “Destination District Redesign” plan
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of 10 meetings between the El Paso Independent School District and the public took place on Wednesday, May 1st. The…
Continue Reading El Paso Electric, Western Technical College offering lineworker certification program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Electric is teaming up with Western Technical College to offer a lineworker certification program. Officials say 14…
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Borderland schools respond to new USDA school meal guidelines, limiting added sugars for the first time
EL PASO, KVIA (TX) — Students in the Borderland will soon see a makeover in their school meals. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is updating rules…
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Mesita Elementary participates in wellness program
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—Mesita Elementary School and Mesita Early Childhood Development Center invited parents to participate in their children’s…
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EPCC holds Free ‘Terra Week’ Job Fair
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—El Paso Community College’s Valle Verde Campus will hold a ‘Terra Week’ Job Fair. Employers from Government, Conservation,…
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Las Cruces charter school Alma d’Arte holding special meeting following ‘Breach of Contract’ notification
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Alma d’Arte is holding a special meeting tonight at 6 p.m. The charter school received a “Breach of Contract”…
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Socorro ISD projecting $41 million budget shortfall next school year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Socorro ISDÂ is projecting a budget shortfall of $41 million for the next school year. In a meeting last night, the…
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Dona Ana County Community College Financial Wellness Fair
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-Dona Ana Community College’s Financial Wellness Program is hosting a college financial wellness fair. The event will take…
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New Mexico Public Education Commission says Alma D’Arte Charter School breached charter
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A charter school in Las Cruces has been found to be in violation of its contract with the state, and parents of…
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