El Paso man who participated in Jan. 6 sentenced to nearly 3 years
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — More than three and a half years after the Jan. 6 capitol riot, an El Paso man has received his prison sentence. Federal…
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Trump and Harris agree to debate on ABC on September 10, network says
By Ebony Davis, Hadas Gold and Alayna Treene, CNN (CNN) — Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are set to debate on ABC on September 10 after the…
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City of Las Cruces changing panhandling and shopping cart ordinances
Update (August 8, 2024): Las Cruces approved the new Shopping Cart Ordinance. It will go into effect Friday, August 16, with enforcement by Las…
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Find out why some teachers just paid to park at El Dorado High School
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This morning, a viewer contacted ABC-7 with concerns that El Dorado High School in Far East El Paso was charging teachers…
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City of Juarez announces second migrant soccer cup to happen next week
JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The city of Juárez through its Sports Institute and Human Rights Department announced the second edition of the Copa…
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Why a new CDC rule might prevent you from bringing your pet back into the US
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As of Aug. 1, if you are crossing a pet into the U.S. you must now follow new steps. According to U.S. Customs and Border…
Continue ReadingTim Walz’s political evolution took him from moderate Democrat to progressive champion
By Arit John and Gregory Krieg, CNN (CNN) — In 2023, Tim Walz declared time for bargaining, light cajoling and compromise was over. After four…
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Watch: HOME awarded $16 million for Mesa Hills Affordable Housing, a development opposed by some residents
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — HOME’s proposed South Mesa Hills Development received $16 million in 9% tax credits from the Texas Department of Housing and…
Continue ReadingColin Farrell launches foundation in honor of son, who has a rare neurogenetic disorder
Originally Published: 07 AUG 24 11:00 ET By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Colin Farrell is hoping to give back to families like his.…
Continue ReadingSenate investigation into Coast Guard finds that sexual misconduct is a ‘pervasive problem’ throughout the service
Originally Published: 07 AUG 24 12:02 ET Updated: 07 AUG 24 19:14 ET By Melanie Hicken and Blake Ellis, CNN Editor’s note: This story has been…
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Words of Wisdom with Rosa Guerrero: Embracing our culture in the classroom
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoan Rosa Guerrero is an educator, humanitarian and outspoken community activist. Guerrero continues to teach…
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Fabens ISD kicks off school year with new initiatives rolling in for students
FABENS, TX (KVIA) — Fabens Independent School District is welcoming students in for the 2024-25 school year! The district is rolling in with new…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Above average temps Thursday, chance for pop-up storm
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temps are still leaning hot for your Thursday as we still hold onto potential for pop-up storms. Throughout the region today…
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No injuries being reported in crash involving train in Fabens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office says no one suffered any injuries after a train vs. car collision in Fabens earlier this…
Continue ReadingVance reopens line of attack into Walz’s military record as two veterans now vie to be vice president
CNN By Jeremy Herb and Haley Britzky, CNN (CNN) — Donald Trump’s running mate Ohio Sen. JD Vance stepped up his attacks on Minnesota Gov. Tim…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather – Staying hot with just pop-up storms possible
It will continue to be hot through the weekend – above normal highs for this time of year. There is just enough moisture for an isolated storm in…
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ABC-7 at 4: Back to Troops season, join Girl Scouts Desert Southwest
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-Back to Troops season returns to the Sun City. It’s a time when leaders unite with current troops and welcome new Girl Scouts…
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Group from Africa found wandering Chihuahua highway after kidnapping, torture
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Law enforcement officials in Chihuahua helped 10 people from Africa who had been kidnapped by a criminal group. IMSS…
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Honduran boy held for ransom in Juarez
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Mexican authorities saved a 9-year-old Honduran boy being held for ransom by a transnational criminal organization in…
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Son charged with his dad’s violent murder to go on trial in March
Update (August 7, 2024): Jail records show Gallegos remains in jail on a $200,000 bond. Court records show that he is scheduled to enter a plea on…
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Local veterinarian offers tips to keep pets safe during record heat
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — As the Borderland continues to experience above-average temperatures, Dr. Cynthia Saenz, owner of Canutillo Veterinary…
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$15 million soundstage for film, TV production to be built on NMSU’s campus
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The film industry continues to grow in Las Cruces, and a new investment from the New Mexico Economic Development…
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Mexican federal government to inaugurate new hospital in Juárez this year
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The new Hospital Regional 2, known in English as the Regional Hospital 2, built by the Mexican Social Security Institute,…
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New El Paso Chamber CEO speaks to local media for the first time since publicly accepting position
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Chamber’s new CEO agreed to sit down with ABC-7 to talk about his new role, and goals for the chamber moving…
Continue Reading Words of Wisdom with Rosa Guerrero: The importance of discipline in the classroom
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Teacher, dancer, humanitarian, community icon and lifelong educator Rosa Guerrero has taught thousands of Borderland…
Continue ReadingAlleged Sinaloa cartel drug lord to face trial in same court where ‘El Chapo’ was convicted, attorney says
Originally Published: 07 AUG 24 09:51 ET By Melissa Alonso and Norma Galeana, CNN (CNN) — Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, the alleged Sinaloa cartel…
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Two sons of ‘El Chapo’ made agreement before one flew to the US and was arrested, Mexican official says
By Holmes Lybrand, Melissa Alonso and Norma Galeana, CNN (CNN) — Two sons of the notorious drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzmán – one in…
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El Paso residents submit intent letter to recall City Rep. Chris Canales
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Residents of the City of El Paso’s eighth district delivered a letter to City Hall Tuesday morning, displaying an intent to…
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