DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — The $165 billion Project Jupiter data center project is set to begin construction near Santa Teresa in southern New Mexico before the end of the year. But questions about how it will use resources, particularly water, are still of concern for some. As ABC-7 reported, Doña Ana county
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Doña Ana County Fire Rescue has officially taken over ambulance transport services across the county following the end of a contract with a private provider, officials said. Deputy Chief of Operations Yvonne Feijoo said the transition will not affect the way residents access emergency services. Instead, it consolidates fire
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Update (September 24, 2025): Court documents newly obtained by ABC-7 state that investigators found a business card allegedly connecting Marquez with the arson. Investigators say the business card was located alongside the paper plate inside a bag gifted to the church. The court documents state that the plate displayed a “threatening” message. Court documents state
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Studies have not found a direct cause and effect between the two. By Mary Kekatos, Cheyenne Haslett, and Sony Salzman September 22, 2025, 3:13 PM The Trump administration stated on Monday that the use of Tylenol during pregnancy may be linked to an increased risk of autism. In a press conference at the White House, President Donald
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– More than 200 people gathered at Memorial Park on Sunday for an event called the “March Against Evil,” a walk organizers say was not political, but personal. The crowd assembled to honor the life and message of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who attendees say was a voice for faith, family, and
Continue ReadingOriginally Published: 22 SEP 25 15:41 ET Updated: 22 SEP 25 15:45 ET By Elizabeth Wagmeister, Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” will return to air on ABC on Tuesday night, the network announced in a statement. “Last Wednesday, we made the decision to suspend production on the show to avoid further inflaming
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez is launching a bid for re-election. Vasquez, who represents New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District, is up for re-election in 2026. “From Silver City to Mesilla, Southern New Mexico is my home and the place I deeply care about,” Vasquez said in his campaign announcement. “Following in the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Watch the video above to hear KVIA’s response to ABC’s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel’s show indefinitely.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The H-1B program is a U.S. visa category that allows U.S. employers to hire temporary foreign workers for jobs. The program is designed to fill skilled labor shortages in industries like technology, engineering, science and healthcare. Applicants typically need a bachelors degree or equivalent. On Friday, President Donald Trump announced
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UTEP’s school spirit comes to an all time high with their Miner Morning Mania event. This event brings together alumni, students and staff for a display of miner spirit. The UTEP marching band, cheer and dance teams, Paydirt Pete, members of the student government association and the department of athletics will come together bright and early
Continue ReadingBy Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — The White House has answered what had been one of the major outstanding questions regarding its pending deal to transfer TikTok’s US operations to a majority American ownership group: Under the agreement, the app’s algorithm will be operated in the United States and overseen by Oracle. The
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temperatures will lean well above average for the first day of Fall. Expect a hot day with light rain chances a 10-20% through the region. With rain chances looking best into the evening. Expect a hot day as temperatures will lean well above average. El Paso is expected to reach
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Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the important contributions Latinos have made in the U.S., and the Mexican American Cultural Center, or MACC, says El Paso has much to celebrate. MACC Director Rebecca Muñoz says it’s always Hispanic Heritage Month for them, and this week they launched a new program focusing on storytelling of our elders and
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GLENDALE, Arizona (KVIA) – Thousands gathered in Glendale, Arizona to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk. Vice President J.D. Vance address the crowd and spoke about meeting the Kirk family. “”He was taken from us. By those who despise the virtues that actually made our civilization great to begin with. Dialogue, truth seeking, family, and faith.
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The engines roared and the chrome gleamed as families filled Lincoln Park on Sunday for the annual Lincoln Park Day celebration. The highlight of the event was the region’s largest lowrider car show, but the day also featured food, vendors, music, and art that drew crowds of all ages. For many, the show is more
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El Paso rose to 94 today, that’s above normal for this time of the year. Tomorrow is the first day of Fall and it will be a hot start, highs are expected to remain above normal tomorrow in the mid to upper 90s. Rain chances will be minimal. We are tracking a beginning of Fall
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By Brenda Goodman, Katherine Dillinger, Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump’s speech at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service on Sunday took a detour into previewing an announcement he plans to make from the Oval Office on Monday about autism. “I think you’re going to find it to be amazing,” he said. “I think we
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Watch the livestream of Charlie Kirk’s memorial service here: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s memorial service will take place on Sunday, little more than a week after his murder sent shockwaves through American politics. President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and several top administration officials are slated to speak at the event, which is being held at
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One person was taken to the hospital after a vehicle rolled over in West El Paso. It happened near I-10 and Trade Center Ave. just after 3 a.m. Sunday. Video from our TxDOT traffic camera showed several El Paso Police officers blocking traffic and clearing debris from the road. A
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HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) –A Horizon resident says she fears for her safety after her home was targeted by violence, first by rocks thrown at her window last year, and more recently, by bullets. Earlier this month, someone fired shots into her bedroom while she was sitting at her desk. “I could have been dead.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – UTEP hosted a special event bringing people together to promote peace and understanding in the community. The two-day International Day of Peace Symposium started Saturday and continues Sunday from 1 to 5 pm at UTEP. This year’s theme is, “Peace With The Earth, Peace Within, Peace With Each Other.” Topics
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Many made a splash today at the 2025 El Paso Water Festival. The free, family-friendly event is all about celebrating the importance of water in our desert community—with art activities, science demos, and even giveaways like free water-saving showerheads. There was also get to enjoy live music performances from local groups, plus food
Continue Reading We are on track for a warm and dry weekend in the Borderland. I am forecasting highs above average in the upper 80s and lower 90s. This abnormally warm pattern will last through the middle of the work week. Some parts of Texas could see the triple digits to usher in the First Day of
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Emotions ran high Tuesday as the Doña Ana County Commission voted 4-1 to approve a controversial funding mechanism for a massive data center project known as Project Jupiter. The funding tool, called Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs), will allow Borderplex Digital Assets, in partnership with STACK Infrastructure, to move forward
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Hospitals of Providence, in partnership with Emerus, broke ground on its newest facility Thursday, in an effort to expand access to emergency care in East El Paso. The 10,899-square-foot Gateway Emergency Room will be located off I-10 at 11201 Gateway Boulevard West. It will feature 10 beds, a triage
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – Spaceport America will welcome the public Sunday for its annual free open house, offering visitors a chance to explore the world’s first purpose-built commercial spaceport. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 21 and is open to attendees of all ages. Guests can tour the site,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Attorney’s Office is urging residents to take extra precautions to avoid scams and deceptive business practices. County Attorney Christina Sanchez said consumer vigilance is the strongest defense against fraud, and her office released guidance Friday to help people protect themselves. Deceptive business practices can include selling
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Dry, sunny, and seasonable across the Borderland today as drier air filters in. Most lowland areas, including El Paso and Las Cruces, stay rain-free under mostly sunny skies. Highs reach the upper 80s to near 91° in the lowlands, with cooler 70s in the higher terrain. A very isolated mountain shower is possible late day,
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ABC-7 issued a First Alert for storms that hit Thursday and Friday night – and it was Friday night that really hammered parts of town. Many Friday night football games had storm delays for yet another Friday night. This is the 3rd Friday night that El Paso football players have had to take a lightning
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