Human smuggling chase involving a Texas DPS trooper leads to crash in Clint
UPDATE: Officials with Texas DPS confirmed to ABC-7 the Saturday afternoon crash involving a trooper involved human smuggling. Officials said six…
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El Paso ISD is looking to hire teachers, nurses, and other staff
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) hosted a hiring fair Saturday looking to staff several positions in the…
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Tails are happily wagging at the Joey Barraza and Vino Memorial Park
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Pet owners in northeast El Paso have a new spot to take their fur babies. The Joey Barraza and Vino Memorial Park at 11270…
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Shifts in student enrollment at El Paso school districts leads to funding changes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A shift in enrollment at El Paso’s biggest school districts is impacting each district’s funding. El Paso Independent School…
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What’s on Doppler’s Radar: A “trace” of snow
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Snow fell all over the Borderland Thursday. Some people saw more than others. The snow was recorded as a trace. ABC-7…
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Court orders DA to turn over slain deputy’s phone; defense alleges officer had ‘relationship’ with suspect’s girlfriend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Facundo Chavez appeared in court Friday afternoon with his attorneys. Chavez is accused of murdering El Paso Sherrif’s…
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El Paso Inc. honors Zuill Bailey with 2022 Community Spirit Award
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — He’s known worldwide, but more importantly, Grammy-award-winning Zuill Bailey makes no secret about calling the Borderland…
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El Paso County Sheriff’s investigate discovery of body in desert area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A man’s body was discovered Thursday evening with apparent gunshot wounds, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.…
Continue Reading Jefferson High School back to normal operations after “hold” protocol
UPDATE (10:47 a.m.): Jefferson Silva is back to normal operations following an investigation by El Paso Police and El Paso District Police. UPDATE…
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Job fair at the Plaza Hotel in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park will be hosting a job fair today, March 3rd. The hotel is seeking to fill job positions in the food…
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2023 Tax Season compared to the past couple of years
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The IRS announced January 23rd as the beginning of Tax season for this year, meaning plenty of us are in the process of…
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El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank receives $5,000 donation from Subaru El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans Fighting Hunger is getting a boost to help those in need across the Borderland. The food bank…
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El Paso Inc. honors 2022 El Pasoans of the year, bestows Community Spirit Award
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Inc. recognized those who give back to our community. Grammy award winner Zuill Bailey received…
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Experts warn about dangers of self-harm, and share resources available to help
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Emergence health network of El Paso is encouraging the public to learn more about self-harm and the help that is available…
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El Pasoans Fighting Hunger food bank gets $5,000 donation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) El Pasoans fighting hunger is getting a boost to help those in need across the borderland. The food bank announced they’re…
Continue Reading Woody and Gayle Hunt recognized as El Pasoans of the year
EL PASO, Texas — (KVIA) El Paso Inc. has named Woody and Gayle Hunt El Pasoans of the year. Few El Pasoans have given more to the enrichment of the…
Continue Reading Award-winning cellist Zuill Bailey, recognized with El Paso Inc. Community Spirit Award
EL PASO, Texas — (KVIA) He’s known the world around, but more importantly, Grammy-award winning Zuill Bailey makes no secret about calling the…
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Boys & Girls Club of El Paso helps local kids and teenagers in need
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Boys and Girls Club of El Paso is a program that offers every kid or teenager has a safe place to go after school. With…
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Be Mindful: Breaking the teen mental health stigma in El Paso one click at a time
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– ‘MyFeels’ app is a mental health digital resource that is helping Borderland teens open up about their mental health. The app…
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NMSU fires head baseball coach
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mike Kirby, head NMSU baseball coach, is gone after four years with the program. NMSU announced the decision Thursday. He…
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Suspended Texas DPS agent accused of striking girlfriend with fist, knocking her unconscious
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Texas DPS agent suspended after being arrested for causing bodily injury struck his girlfriend in the face with his fist,…
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Questions remain in the aftermath of City Council’s vote to terminate City Manager’s contract
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is working to obtain official statements from the members of El Paso’s City Council who voted for terminating City…
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Road conditions in the Borderland with the winter storm moving in
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With the storm system impacting areas of the borderland, the Texas department of transportation crews are ready at a…
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Borderland Crimes, Podcast 16: Abduction at an ATM – The Murder of Sophia Martinez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sophia Martinez, 18, headed out on a blind date on a Friday night in March 2000. But she never made it to the dance club in…
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Texas Department of Public Safety suspends agent assigned to El Paso after arrest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 38-year-old special agent with the Texas Department of Public Safety has been suspended following his arrest by the El…
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Closures, delays, cold weather updates as the Borderland braces for a drop in temperatures
UPDATED (3/2/23): From GISD: Due to inclement weather, the District Spanish Spelling Bee scheduled for Thursday at North Valley Elementary School is…
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I-10 east lanes reopen after firefighters extinguish trailer fire
UPDATE: According to information provided on the Texas Department of Transportation website, I-10 east lanes are back open. Only the right lane…
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New amenities coming to northeast El Paso park
EL PASO, Texas — The City of El Paso’s Park and Recreation Department will be unveiling new amenities to Joey Barraza and Vino Memorial Park in…
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El Paso City 4 Rep. target of a sexual harassment complaint
UPDATE: A city spokesperson tells ABC-7 the complaint was a sexual harassment complaint. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –District 4 City Representative Joe…
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Wind, rain, and snow to impact the Borderland
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Our ABC-7 StormTRACK Weather team continues to alert the public about an incoming weather system that will bring large…
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