Local officials, family respond to victims killed by Ruidoso floods
A Fort Bliss soldier and his wife are in the hospital with serious injuries after getting caught in the Ruidoso floods, leaving their two young…
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El Paso Police locate missing woman
Update (8:15 P.M.) – El Paso Police say Jazmin Munoz has been located. UPDATE – Police are now looking for 21 year-old Ian Rodriguez as suspect in…
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Special Traffic Investigators responding to crash in Northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Special Traffic Investigators are at the scene of a crash in Northeast El Paso. It happened at Gateway North and Kenworthy…
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U.S. Army Veteran seeks El Paso’s help in supporting Central Texas flood victims
El Pasoans are also working to help Central Texas flood victims in any way they can, but one woman couldn’t sit on her hands once she found out…
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Best places to live in the El Paso metro area
Stacker compiled a list of the best places to live in the El Paso metro area using data from…
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Despite same city tax rate, your property tax bill could go up next year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso homeowners could see their tax bill increase by $104 on average, or 6.5%, according to a presentation during…
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EPFD Water Rescue Team updates on Central Texas flooding
The El Paso Fire Department says they’re ready for any assignment, from search, rescue, or recovery when it comes to assisting with the devastating…
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What would flooding in El Paso look like? Take a look at these models
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Central Texas was hit by heavy flooding this holiday weekend. More than 100 people died in the floods. ABC-7 put together an…
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Local politicians react to National Weather Service forecasts, efforts to fund disaster warning system upgrades following Central Texas floods
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In the wake of the deadly Central Texas floods, lawmakers are looking back on Texas House Bill 13, which was introduced…
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Good Vibes Only: From serving her country to her community
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– This Fourth of July, we are celebrating the great things of the U.S.A., including the people! Emily Howard is a former U.S.…
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Tips on reducing your summer electricity bill
As temperatures increase, so does your electricity bill. ABC-7 spoke with El Paso Electric for tips on how you can reduce energy costs this summer.…
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El Paso County officials hosting community cleanup in Red Sands
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioner for Precinct 1 Jackie Butler and Sheriff Oscar Ugarte are inviting you to join forces for a…
Continue Reading Extreme temperatures can be harder on animals
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– With the triple digit temperatures returning to the Sun City, the high temperatures can be extremely hard on pets. Julieanne…
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Motorcycle escort to camp
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– This morning, some El Paso kids got a special send off to head to a camp in the mountains. Members of the El Paso motorcycle…
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Ft. Bliss commemorates 4th of July Salute to the Nation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Community members at Fort Bliss commemorated the Declaration of Independence Friday morning at Memorial Circle. The 1st…
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Staying safe this 4th of July
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 14 thousand people were sent to the ER on the…
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4th of July pet safety tips
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– July 5th is the biggest pet intake day for El Paso Animal services (EPAS). On average, EPAS takes in around 50 pets a day but…
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Alcohol impacts decision-making in males more than females, UTEP study suggests
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Consuming alcohol impacts decision-making — that’s a widely-known fact. However, a recent study at UTEP found that gender…
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Hit and run near Canutillo Elementary School
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — Late on Thursday night, a pickup truck ran through a fence and hit a water pump building near Canutillo Elementary School…
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Clean-up event for 4th of July left-over trash
An El Paso County Commissioner wants to remind residents to not leave trash behind after 4th of July events, and to enjoy them responsibly. Jackie…
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The 4th of July can be triggering for veterans with PTSD
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 4th of July is a time to celebrate America’s Declaration of Independence. Traditionally the celebration includes…
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Former EPISD special ed teacher charged with six counts of injury to a child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– On June 26, Rachael Lucas, was arrested and charged with six charges of bodily injury to a child. Lucas is a former special…
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Firework safety: how to stay safe on the holiday weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 4th of July is one of the most festive holidays in the country, and El Paso officials say safety is one of the biggest…
Continue Reading El Paso International Airport expects to see 48,000 travelers this 4th of July holiday period
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso International Airport is getting ready for approximately 48,000 people to travel this Fourth of July weekend. That…
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Meet the stars of UTEP Dinner Theatre’s SpongeBob Musical
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP Dinner Theatre presents The SpongeBob Musical with opening date July 11. Two of the stars of the production stopped by…
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TSA now offering military families expedited access to PreCheck at El Paso airport
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — TSA is introducing expedited access to PreCheck for military families at the El Paso International Airport. The airport will…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday: El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte has been on the job for six months. Sunday night on ABC-7 Xtra, I sit down with Sheriff…
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July 4th fireworks shows, parades, festivities
You might not be allowed to pop your own fireworks in the city but there are plenty of places across El Paso County where you can enjoy spectacular…
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Border Patrol’s BORSTAR unit trains agents in the El Paso Sector
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol Search, Trauma and Rescue (BORSTAR) Unit was established in 1998 to respond to injury and…
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El Paso veteran who was honored with emotional parade dies of breast cancer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso veteran who was honored with a drive-by parade this Spring as she battled terminal breast cancer has died. Erica…
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