DEMING, New Mexico (KVIA) — Prosecutors say Gerard Flores, 38, is being held without bond after he was arrested on multiple child sexual assault charges. Officials say that Flores is a mariachi teacher. Officials charged Flores with two counts of criminal sexual penetration of a minor, two counts of criminal sexual penetration (school employee), and
Continue ReadingCNN By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Dolly Parton wants everyone know she’s fine and “not dying.” An odd thing to have to say, yes. But the country music icon, actress, activist and humanitarian posted a video to social media on Wednesday to clear up rumors that had been going around to the contrary. “I
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– When you walk on Missouri and Stanton you may see rainbow crosswalks and bike lanes, but those paintings may soon be removed. Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Transportation to remove “all political ideologies from our streets.” The directive goes on to say, “Under federal and state guidelines
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A new round of sweeping tariffs was announced by President Trump last week, aimed at enforcing “National Security purposes,” something borderland business and industry leaders say will not only raise prices, but also economic uncertainty as well. ABC-7 spoke with the national vice president of the Mexican Cargo Transportation Chamber (CANACAR),
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A third person has been arrested in connection with the fatal Salopek Park shooting that happened on September 4. Las Cruces Police arrested Esteban Munoz, 19, Wednesday and charged him with felony counts of armed robbery and conspiracy to commit armed robbery. Las Cruces Police announced the arrests of
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – “Dead as a Dodo,” a puppet music theater spectacle, is coming to El Paso. The show will take place at The Plaza Theatre on October 11th, giving El Paso an opportunity to experience a performance that has been praised worldwide. https://www.ticketmaster.com/dead-as-a-dodo-el-paso-texas-10-11-2025/event/0C00630CA9901F31
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The race will take place on November 8 at Sunland Park Racetrack, welcoming runners, walkers, and families from across the region. Event Information• Event: Flying Horse Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Giddy Up Fun Run• Date: November 8, 2025, starting at 7:00AM• Location: Sunland Park Racetrack• Distances: Half Marathon, 10K,
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The El Paso Symphony Orchestra returns with concerts featuring music by two Grammy-award-winning composers, John Williams and Eric Whitacre, plus composer Richard Strauss. Conducted by Bohuslav Rattay, the program will open with music from Adventures on Earth (E.T.) by John Williams. EPSO will present “Space Odyssey” on Friday, October 17,
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By Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune Oct. 9, 2025 “Texas court blocks execution of death row inmate Robert Roberson” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are under an ABC-7 First Alert for Sunday through at least Tuesday. We are tracking a storm system that will bring stronger rain chances and cooler temps. Today will be mostly calm aside from breezy patterns through the day and light winds into our evening. We will reach just
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police just identified the pedestrian who was hit and killed on Zaragoza on Saturday as Luis Francisco Salcido, 22. Special Traffic Investigators say Salcido was walking against the do not cross sign at the crosswalk. A car was going through the intersection of Zaragoza and Sun Fire and
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Venezuelan national and suspected Tren de Aragua gang member Cristhian Ortega-Lopez, 23, pleaded guilty to illegally possessing guns and conspiracy to destroy evidence. Court documents state that Ortega-Lopez illegally entered the country on December 15, 2023. He was then released pending removal proceedings. HSI then received an anonymous
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s been just over six months since a shooting at an unauthorized car show at young park in Las Cruces resulted in 3 dead and 15 injured. The accused shooters – four young men, three of them under the age of 18 – are all set to stand trial as
Continue ReadingCNN By Annie Grayer, Ellis Kim, CNN (CNN) — Arizona’s Democratic senators got into a hallway confrontation with Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday as the government shutdown’s eighth day dragged on. The clash between Johnson and Sens. Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego centered on the speaker’s decision not to swear in Democrats’ newest
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Nurse Practitioner Victor Lee Ilog voluntarily surrendered his license after court documents state Ilog allegedly violated the boundaries of the nurse/client relationship. A Texas Board of Nursing report states that Ilog allegedly inappropriately engaged in sexual relationships with patients. Ilog graduated from UTEP with a nursing degree in 2007 and
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez has been encouraging all local residents with Chihuahua license plates to obtain the ecological or eco-friendly sticker since the summer to avoid fines or traffic tickets, which serves as a registration sticker. Through its Ecology Department, the city has been placing these ecological stickers for decades, but
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)- “In Our Blood,” a movie shot in Las Cruces with local crewmembers, is premiering later this month. “In Our Blood” was directed by Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker Pedro Kos and features actors Brittany O’Grady, E. J. Bonilla and Alanna Ubach. “The community was happy to welcome ‘In Our Blood’ production to our city,”
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VAN HORN, Texas (KVIA) — Blue Origin’s 36th New Shepard flight successfully took off from and landed back in the West Texas desert this morning. Blue Origin launches its New Shepard program from a site outside of Van Horn, Texas. Watch this morning’s launch in the video player above. This morning’s launch saw six new
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VATICAN CITY (KVIA) — El Paso’s Bishop Mark Seitz and Auxiliary Bishop Anthony Celino met with Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City recently. According to an Instagram post on the El Paso Diocese’s official account, Seitz and Celino were part of a small delegation of immigration advocates who met with the pope for 15 minutes.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday’s forecast will be similar to Tuesdays with potential for low end windy conditions and a chance for rain. Today temps will remain just slightly above average trending a little closer to normal. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 85, Las Cruces is expected to see a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police are on the scene of a crash on I-10 East just before the Cotton Exit. A semi-truck appears to have jackknifed and is blocking several lanes. According to police and the Texas Department of Transportation, the crash happened a little after 2 a.m. All lanes are closed
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — President Trump announced last week a new round of sweeping tariffs, including 25% on all heavy-duty trucks and 30% on furniture imported into the U.S. All trucks not manufactured in the U.S. will be subject to a 25% tariff once imported into the country. “In order to protect our Great
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The effects of the federal government shutdown are stretching far beyond Washington, D.C., and are being felt right here in El Paso — especially near Fort Bliss. At Suki’s Hot Cuts, a locally owned barbershop off Fred Wilson Avenue and U.S. 54 in Northeast El Paso, barbers say they’ve seen
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Local McDonald’s franchise owners recognized the achievements of Borderland residents today with the 24th annual McDonald’s Triunfadores Award luncheon. It’s all in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This event also recognizes the achievements of individuals from diverse fields who have left a mark through their professional accomplishments and community service
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The American Federation of Government Employees is calling for the end of the government shutdown. Union representatives from El Paso asked Texas Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn to work with them and other federal workers to help end the shutdown that has now gone on for 6 days. “Every
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Update (October 8, 2025): District Attorney James Montoya released a statement on the case against Christopher Sotelo. A spokesperson for Montoya’s office says he has received several requests for interviews. Montoya released the following statement in response: “While we cannot comment on this case specifically, the DA’s Office reviews all cases sent to us by
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EL PASO, Texas – UTEP opens Conference USA’s “Midweek Madness” with a home contest against Liberty on Wednesday, Oct. 8. The game’s theme is “College Night”, while proud partner Fox Auto is the game sponsor. The Miners and Flames are set to kick off at 6 p.m. in Sun Bowl Stadium, as the contest is televised on CBS Sports Network.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP President Heather Wilson and Retired General David L. Goldfein held a signing for their new book, “Get Back Up,” at the UTEP Bookstore today. “Get Back Up” shares lessons on how to serve with purpose and lead with character. The book is free for active military members and veterans. Proceeds will go to the UTEP ROTC Scholarship
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Border Patrol officials say that agents found nine migrants left abandoned in a storm drain for six hours. The migrants had been left there by human smugglers, officials say. One migrant was found unresponsive and died. Emergency crews rushed four people to the hospital. First responders were called out to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, the City of El Paso celebrated the completed renovations of Fire Station No. 15. The city hosted a ribbon cutting today. An ABC-7 crew was on hand to witness the celebrations. Fire Station No. 15, located in the Upper Valley at 115 Shorty Lane, was renovated using $2.5 million from
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