EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for your Wednesday once again for wind gusts and dusty conditions. The National Weather Service has issued some weather alerts ahead of todays winds: High Wind Warning in effect from February 18, 11:00 AM MST until February 18, 08:00 PM MST Red Flag
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The wind caused damages throughout the Borderland, including ripping a roof off a home in Las Cruces. Jasper McClure had only been living in the home for a week before hearing the wind tear off his roof and air conditioner. “All of a sudden it just started really blowing,
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ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — With today’s peak wind gusts reaching 66 mph (106 km/h), numerous downed trees have been reported, including a metal roof ripped off. The front yard of ABC-7’s chief meteorologist, “Doppler” Dave Speelman, bore the brunt of today’s strong winds: two large trees were uprooted, and part of his yard fence
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A 28-year-old man who fired on officers during a Feb. 8 shoplifting call had a lengthy criminal history and was out on bond at the time of the shooting, according to Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story. During a Tuesday morning news conference at Las Cruces City Hall, Story
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KVIA- Damage caused by the high winds are being reported across the Borderland and areas around Las Cruces. These are some of the images/videos being shared by ABC 7 crews and viewers.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Museum of History is already preparing for their upcoming lunar new year celebration for the Year of the Horse. “It’s more of a free spirited kind of, um, aura for the Year of the Horse,” said Erica Marin, the director of the El Paso Museum of History.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- El Paso Water has announced Tuesday that there will be a temporary water shut-off in Northeast El Paso on Thursday, February 19. The outage is planned to happen from 10 am to about 4 pm and EP Water says the outage will impact an estimated 300 homes and businesses near McCombs
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert as we awaiting strong wind gust and blowing dust and sand. This is the first of four consecutive windy weather days this week. The National Weather Service has issued weather alerts for this windy week for El Paso and Doña Ana County: Wind
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Opening night of the UIL playoffs brought big wins for the Borderland, with five El Paso girls teams punching their tickets to the area round on Monday. FINAL SCORES: Class 6A, Division 1 Franklin 45 Odessa Permian 36 Eastlake 27 Midland Legacy 26 Class 6A, Division 2 Eastwood 61 Frenship
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UPDATE (7:15 a.m.) — All lanes reopened, according to TxDOT. UPDATE (6:33 a.m.) — A second person has been sent to the hospital with serious injuries, according to EPPD. Police said two cars crashed. UPDATE (4:48 a.m.) — One person has been transported to the hospital with serious injuries, according to the El Paso Fire
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By Gordon Ebanks, CNN (CNN) — As state legislatures around the country meet to solidify their budgets for the year ahead, the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and an uncertain economic future are pushing states to take a hard look at their finances. Fourteen states are facing budget deficits for the next
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In his third year at LSU, New Mexico’s Steven Milam is pursuing another national title while emerging as a top 2026 MLB Draft prospect. Milam made a name for himself during his freshman year, earning the start in all 68 games at shortstop and helping his team to a national
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El PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The City of El Paso Council announced Monday that the City Attorney has been authorized to file a motion for rehearing with the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC). ABC 7 reported earlier this month that the RRC approved the Texas Gas Service’s request to increase rates. With the increase officials say
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A Mexican federal judge ordered the immediate release over the weekend of José Luis A.C., the former owner of the infamous “Crematorio Plenitud,” where approximately 386 bodies were found in Juárez last year. Judge Luis Eduardo Rivas of the Seventh District Court granted an injunction to the crematorium owner, a decision
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Duvall won an Oscar for 1981’s “Tender Mercies.” By Christopher Watson February 16, 2026, 11:12 AM Robert Duvall Reflects on 50-Year CareerThe legendary actor discusses his most famous roles and the new court drama, “The Judge.” Jeff Vespa/Getty Images, FILE Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor known for roles in some of American cinema’s greatest
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For all the art enthusiasts, the El Paso Museum of Art opened up new exhibits for their grand reopening on Feb. 14. “Frida Kahlo — Sus Fotos” is a traveling exhibit from Museo Frida Kahlo in Mexico City, and is now here in El Paso, but not for a long time. ABC-7 got a preview of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A sudden overnight complete closure of the airspace over El Paso and near Santa Teresa leads to major concerns and confusion about what exactly was happening. As the El Paso closure was lifted just as suddenly hours later, there were more issues raised about how decisions were being made and a lack of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are under an ABC-7 First Alert as we anticipate a windy week ahead. Wind gusts of 45 MPH and dusty conditions are expected to arrive beginning Tuesday. Monday morning we start off calm and comfortable. Temps will begin in the 40s for your morning, however temps will continue to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing Alejandro Celaya, an officer with the military police. We thank you for your service. Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or who once
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Good Morning El Paso’s Nicole Ardila joins Albertsons in West El Paso to help you avoid getting in trouble by showing up empty-handed on Valentine’s Day. Albertsons offers some last-minute gifts on any budget you may have. If you’re looking for something as sweet as your Valentine, you can find a range of gifts from
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EL PASO, Texas – UTEP softball wrapped up the Dr. Diana Natalicio Memorial Tournament on Sunday afternoon at Helen of Troy Softball Field, splitting the day to finish the weekend at 6-6 on the season. The Miners opened Sunday with a 5-4 redemption walk-off win over Idaho State before falling to No. 4 Oklahoma, 34-0, in five innings.
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VADO, New Mexico (KVIA) – The 2025 season may be over, there was still a celebration at Vado Speedway Park. The track hosted its 2025 season championship awards ceremony Saturday. Champions from all divisions were honored for their performance, consistency, and dedication throughout the year. Officials invite anyone to come out to the park to meet
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Residents along Adabel Drive in East El Paso were impacted by two water main breaks hours apart. The residents say the first happened on Friday night and then early Saturday morning a second main broke leaving more than two dozen customers with out water for several hours. El Paso Water
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Dozens of border families gathered in Downtown El Paso to voice their opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations along the borderland. Those families protested against what they say “is systematic erosion of love”. The protest was hosted by the Border Network for Human Rights organization, and the American Civil Liberties Union
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