New El Paso beauty academy giving away one free tuition scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Beauty Barber Academy (EBBA) will have its Grand Opening celebration on Saturday, January 25th from 10 a.m. to 3…
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Organizations offer free healthcare services for El Paso community at fair
Vaccinations, blood screening tests, SNAP benefits sign-ups, were all available at a health fair hosted by a local clinic and medical student…
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El Pasoans react to Trump returning to the Oval Office
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take the oath of office today, Borderland residents are expressing mixed emotions…
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Borderland residents react to TikTok shutdown reversal
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The popular social media platform entertains millions of users around the world daily, but on Saturday night U.S. users were…
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El Pasoans joined people across the country Marching for rights
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Today the El Paso community came together for the El Paso Rally & Women’s March. The diverse group of participants…
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Diet may affect how medication works according to experts
EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA)– Medications that treat mental health disorders such as ADHD, depression and anxiety work best when paired with a healthy…
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El Paso business owner concerned about potential TikTok ban
EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA) — The potential ban of the social media app TikTok this upcoming weekend will have some effects on multiple El Paso small…
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Emerging Women of Impact hosting third annual conference
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — Emerging Women of Impact is hosting their third annual conference. It will take place on January 18, 2025 at 9 a.m., at…
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E.coli bacteria found in EL Paso water well
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A well that is not currently in use tested positive for E.coli on January 15th according to Texas Commission on…
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Children’s Hospital lawsuit dismissed; U.S. Rep. Escobar appointed to key committees
by El Paso Matters Staff January 17, 2025 This is your weekly news roundup, which takes a quick look at some developments in government, politics,…
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Socorro ISD superintendent surprise visits schools, rewarding students for high attendance
The Socorro Independent School District superintendent surprised several schools of all grade levels to recognize and celebrate them for achieving…
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Supreme Court says TikTok can be banned in the US, leaving its future in limbo
CNN) — The Supreme Court ruled Friday that a controversial ban on TikTok may take effect this weekend, rejecting an appeal from the popular…
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NOVA Career Institute welcomes community to grand opening of new education facility
A new school in El Paso welcomed several community members and local businesses to their campus for their grand opening, inviting them to learn more…
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Memorial no longer planned for Bob the Goat on Transmountain
Update: Pawsitive Rescuers is no longer planning a memorial or a GoFundMe for Bob the Goat. A spokesperson notified ABC-7 of this update in the…
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Movies and TV shows casting in El Paso
Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in El…
Continue Reading El Paso Lawmakers react to Burrows’ election as house speaker
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — State representative Mary Gonzalez and state senator César Blanco told me they plan to keep working together to address the…
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Stop the Bleed event at Pebble Hills High School
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Students at Pebble Hills High School received training that could potentially save lives. This training is provided by a…
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El Paso mother faces charges for injury to a child after her toddler drowned
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Court documents show Jessica Weaver was indicted on Dec. 12, 2024 and is facing several charges. Her son, Anthony Leo Malave…
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El Paso Nonprofit awarded $125k from Chick-fil-A
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — On January 15th, 2025 El Paso nonprofit Brighter Bites was named a 2025 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards grant…
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Open house to be held for 2052 Metropolitan Transportation Plan
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An open house will be held for the public to provide feedback on the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (EPMPO)…
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We want to hear from you: How do you feel about the upcoming TikTok ban?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The TikTok ban is set to take effect January 19. The company says that more than 170 million Americans use the social media…
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Binational business leaders to meet in El Paso to discuss USMCA agreement
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Mexican National Chamber of Commerce (CANACO), Services, and Tourism in Juárez will hold a binational forum in El Paso…
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Dry January offers health and mental wellness benefits for El Pasoans Â
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) – As we’re halfway through January, many El Pasoans are taking a break from drinking alcohol. “Dry January,” is one of the…
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El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food FARMacy receives $30,000 from El Paso health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Today El Paso Health will present a check to the El Pasoans fighting Hunger food Bank to help with their Food FARMacy. The…
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Geotechnical engineer weighs in on cross-border tunnel; says it was made using low technology
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 spoke to Dr. John C. Lommler, principal geotechnical engineer and adjunct professor at New Mexico State University, to…
Continue Reading Pebble Hills High School students get first “Stop the Bleed” training in 2025
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — It’s taking place January 15th, 2025 in the morning. The students are learning from instructors trained as emergency…
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El Paso Museum of Art to introduce new illuminating installation ‘Star Ceiling’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new art installation is coming this week to illuminate the night, “Star Ceiling (El Paso)” at the El Paso Museum of Art.…
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Country music showdown in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On April 11, 2025, the Cowtown Event Center will host Eli Young Band, Ashley McBryde, and a surprise guest. Doors open at 7…
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El Paso County Commissioners set to further discuss safety concerns surrounding DPS pursuits
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioners will continue their discussion on safety concerns surrounding Texas Department of Public Safety…
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Experts provide tips to help prioritize your mental health in 2025
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Mental health experts in El Paso are providing tips to help you prioritize your mental well-being in 2025. Popular New Year’s…
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