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Officer injured responding to a burglary of a habitation in progress
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- According to the El Paso Police Department, one officer was injured after responding to the 10900 Block of Yogi Berra Cir on a burglary of a habitation in progress. Officers were sent to the habitation on January 29, when officers approached a person in a car believed to be involved with
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Two people seriously injured after motorcycle collision in Northeast El Paso
UPDATE (3:57 PM)- According to TXDOT, all lanes of Dyer near Sierra Vista in both directions closed until further notice. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- According to the El Paso Fire Department, two people are being taken to the hospital in critical condition after a motorcycle collision in Northeast El Paso. EPFD says the call came
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3-year-old killed in ATV-Pedestrian crash near Horizon City
HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA)- El Paso County Sheriff’s Office says that a 3-year-old male was killed Tuesday after being struck by an ATV when crossing a roadway. EPCSO says deputies responded to a motor vehicle collision in the 600 block of Endwall Street Tuesday night around 6:07 p.m. According to EPSCO, the preliminary investigation found
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Man arrested and charged with DWI with an 11-month-old in the vehicle
EL PASO. Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45-year-old Anthony Alonzo, for driving while intoxicated with an 11-month-old child in the rear seat. Deputies with the EPCSO stopped Alonzo for defective tail light, during the stop it deputies determined Alonzo was driving while intoxicated. According to EPCSO, the deputies found the 11-month-old
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Attempted Trump assassin Ryan Routh sentenced to life in prison
Routh was convicted of attempting to assassinate Trump on a golf course. By Peter Charalambous February 4, 2026, 11:15 AM U.S. Judge Aileen Cannon on Wednesday sentenced Ryan Routh to spend the rest of his life in prison for attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump on his Florida golf course in September 2024. Before handing
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Weak cold front, breezy to windy conditions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We will experience a weak cold front on Wednesday dropping temps. That cold front will also bring some light winds to the region. Temps will drop to the upper 30s to low 40s to start off your morning however by lunch out temps will lean towards average. This is after
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Couples in healthy relationships live longer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new study shows that people in healthy relationships live longer. It’s a study that doesn’t surprise marriage counselor Patricia Contreras, of Courageous Mind Counseling. “That’s one of my favorite studies,” Contreras says. “We’re wired for connection. A healthy, positive relationship increases our immune system, lowers blood pressure…but my favorite part
Continue ReadingABC-7 Storm Track Weather – Weak cold front Wednesday; cooler with low-end winds
Temperatures will cool a bit on Wednesday behind a cold front. I expect winds to gust around 35 mph with NE/E winds. High temps will likely drop to the upper 50s and low 60s across the Borderland. Temperatures will begin to warm again on Friday and through the weekend. I also expect an increase in
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El Paso Chihuahuas now accepting applications for All-Star Scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The Chihuahuas announced Tuesday that applications are now open for the All-Star Scholarship. The scholarship program is meant to recognize high school juniors and seniors from across El Paso and Las Cruces that demonstrate excellence both in the classroom and in their communities. The Chihuahuas say the scholarship is in honor
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One person seriously injured, three others wounded after four vehicle collision in West El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- According to the El Paso Fire Department there was a collision at the near Mesa and South Desert Blvd that left one person with serious injuries and three others with minor injuries. EPFD says the call came in at 3:20 p.m. The El Paso Police Department confirms that there were four
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One hospitalized with life threatening injuries following crash in Lower Valley El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- A spokesperson with the El Paso Police Department has confirmed that vehicle versus motorcycle crash happened at 2:21 p.m. at the 8800 block of Alameda. The El Paso Fire Department says that one person was taken to the hospital with life threatening injuries. Once more information becomes available we will update
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Ben Ray Luján files for re-election to the U.S. Senate
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA)- Senator Ben Ray Luján filed paperwork Tuesday with the New Mexico Secretary of State to seek re-reelection in the United States Senate. “I look forward to continuing to travel the state and listening to New Mexicans from every walk of life. New Mexico is a special place we are proud
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El Paso City Council approves taking action on ICE Detention Centers
UPDATE (3:23 PM)- The El Paso City Council unanimously approved Item 34, which directs the City Manager and City Attorney to review the City of El Paso’s options for ICE Detention Centers. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council is currently hearing from dozens of borderland residents during a public comment session on
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Sounds of Healing: Julian Kalel’s Journey to the American Idol Stage
Join ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke Monday night at 6 p.m. as she sits down with singer-songwriter Julian Kalel. From the borderland, Julian, is taking the big stage on American Idol Monday night. He’s also a passionate mental health advocate, using his music not only to share his talent, but to spread an important message of healing
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Person taken to the hospital with serious injuries following crash in Northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso Fire Department has confirmed that one person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries after a crash involving a vehicle and motorcycle. EPFD says that the call was received at 11:15 a.m. at the intersection of Dyer St. and Manila near Tejas Cafe. This is a developing
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Suspected explosive device removed from Las Cruces Savers
UPDATE (1:54 PM)- According to police, the suspected explosives device was removed from the store by members of the DASO bomb squad. Officials also said an explosives detection K-9 unit cleared the store around 1:40 PM and determined it to be safe for employees and customers to go back into the store. Las Cruces police
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Warm start, cooler midweek
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dry and warm conditions continue Tuesday as winds stay light. A backdoor cold front arrives early Wednesday, bringing breezy east winds and cooler temperatures through Thursday. Dry weather holds Friday and Saturday with temperatures warming back above normal, before a 20–30% chance of lowland rain and mountain snow returns Sunday
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UTEP Football and basketball games coming to the El Paso-Las Cruces CW
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The Mountain West Conference announced Tuesday a new media rights package that will allow the El Paso-Las Cruces CW to broadcast some UTEP football and basketball games. The new media rights package will include CBS Sports, FOX Sports, The CW Network, and Kiswe. The agreements with CBS Sports, FOX Sports, and
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Muttz shares business struggles, decline in customers
Several local businesses have closed their doors in recent months. Now Muttz, a favorite spot for dog lovers is worried about a similar outcome. The canine cantina in West El Paso posted on social media sounding the alarm before worst comes to worst and they have to close down for good. “It’s difficult,” says Muttz
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US fighter jet shoots down Iranian drone approaching US aircraft carrier
U.S. tanker was harassed by Iranian small boats, Central Command says By Luis Martinez February 3, 2026, 10:52 AM A U.S. fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone as it approached the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the North Arabian Sea on Tuesday, according to a statement from U.S. Central Command. Earlier in the
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ABC-7 at 4: African Heritage Weekend Comes to the Sun City
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – African Heritage Week will be celebrated citywide in El Paso,February 6–8. The celebration brings together local Black leaders, designers, and organizations, alongside an International guest from Uganda, Meriam Nanasirye, founder of Rescue Women’sFoundation. Events will take place at the Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC), the El Paso Museumof History, and
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El Paso musician advances to Hollywood on American Idol
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso teen is going to Hollywood after wowing judges on American Idol. 19-year-old Julián Kalel advanced past the first round Monday night. Kalel advanced during his last audition in 2025, but took a step back to focus on his mental health. He received an anxiety diagnosis as a
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El Pasoans feel hopeful as 2026 predicted to be cheapest year for gas since 2020
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— Some El Pasoans have been feeling a sense of relief when pumping gas in 2026. According to GasBuddy, 2026 is set to be the cheapest year for fuel since 2020. The national average is expected to be at $2.97 per gallon. Patrick De Haan, the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy,
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Post Malone joins the list of artists performing in the Borderland
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Post Malone will be kicking off his tour in El Paso at the Sun Bowl Stadium. It’s one of only two stops he will be making in texas on his tour across the us.” “We’re still blessed with great weather, great pricing in real estate and now a lot of things to
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