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Hydrant flushing could caused discolored water for Sunland Park neighborhood
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) says that Sunland Park Fire Department crews will conduct hydrant flushes and testing in an area of Sunland Park today. See the area highlighted on the map below: CRRUA says that the area shown on the map will be impacted. Adjacent areas
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ACLU speaks out against migrant detention center at Fort Bliss
FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — The ACLU is speaking out against the new migrant detention center opening at Fort Bliss. The ACLU is hosting a news conference on the matter Thursday morning. Watch the conference below: “Costing an estimated $1.26 billion, the tent camp could eventually hold up to 5,000 people and leave people vulnerable
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Coroner accused of hiding bodies in secret room at his privately-owned funeral home
Celeste Springer PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — In a bizarre turn of events, 13 Investigates has uncovered that the Pueblo County Coroner is accused of hiding bodies in a secret room of his privately-owned funeral home, Davis Mortuary. According to records by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), Brian Cotter’s funeral home was
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Malachi Nelson to start as quarterback for UTEP this season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Former five-star quarterback Malachi Nelson will start for UTEP this season. UTEP Athletics confirmed the news to ABC-7 this morning. Nelson was in competition with three other quarterbacks for the starting job. They were last year’s starter Skyler Locklear, Cade McConnell and Shay Smith. ESPN ranked Nelson the No. 1
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Drier Thursday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We will see moisture continue to push out of the region leading to drier conditions and weaker rain chances over the next few days. Throughout the Borderland we are looking at rain chances drop today to 0-10% so a bit weaker than we’ve been experiencing. This looks to stay the
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More harm than good: Students overworking themselves at school
Now that students are back in the classrooms, it’s important for them to keep a healthy school-life balance. One expert at Emergence Health Network says that many students can become obsessive with having high grades while trying to participate in every school activity, sport, or club — usually to build attractive resumes for other schools,
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Another round of evening showers and thunderstorms, heavy rain can lead to localized flooding
Our ABC-7 First Alert has been dropped in the Borderland because of decreasing activity. Scattered showers and thunderstorms dropped heavy rain in El Paso and Las Cruces. Officially, El Paso International Airport received 0.37 inches of rain and Las Cruces at the NMSU weather station received 0.07 inches. Starting tomorrow, rain chances will drop off
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Beto O’Rourke returns to El Paso to host community meeting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Democratic leaders called on El Pasons to get involved at stand up against Redistricting. Former U.S. House Representative Beto O’Rourke was joined by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Congressman Joaquin Castro. “It’s us against all of them. The most powerful man on the planet, literally, who is backed by
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Community Champions: College football player from El Paso enlists in the Army National Guard
EL PASO, Texas – A college football player from El Paso will be wearing two uniforms this year. His football one, and his military uniform. Darian Diaz combined his love for the game with the love for his country. “In my career I’ve always faced adversity,” Diaz said. “Nothing has ever been handed to me. I’ve
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Why the border wall that’s being painted black could heat up more
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced plans to paint the border wall black to deter migrants from crossing illegally into the country, since warmer conditions could make it more difficult for migrants to climb it. ABC-7 spoke with Dr. Estrella Herrera, a project scientist specializing in environmental
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Texas House adopts controversial congressional map
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– After an almost eight hour House floor session, the Texas House adopted the congressional map 88-52 that adds five GOP seats to the state. There were enough members to establish a quorum and pass laws, two weeks after democrats left the state to dodge the redistricting vote. Democrats put forth 12
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Special Report: Tequila Tariff Talks
TEQUILA, JALISCO (MEXICO) — Recent negotiations between U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum resulted in a 90-day extension for the existing 25% tariffs already in for exports to the US. After that period, the tariffs are expected to go up to 30%. One of Mexico’s most beloved exports, tequila, will not be immune
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ABC-7 at 4: Latinés in Leadership Awards to honor Latinas across southern New Mexico
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Covarrubias-Aprendamos Foundation and the Zamora Family Foundation will host the Latinés in Leadership Awards, a celebration honoring Latina and non-binary Latiné individuals making an impact in southern New Mexico. This year’s event will take place on October 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Rio Grande Winery. Nominations are open
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Fire in Vinton area sending large plume of smoke into the air
VINTON, Texas (KVIA) — A fire in the Vinton area is sending a large plume of black smoke into the air right now. The plume is visible from miles around. ABC-7 viewers have been calling in to report the smoke and sending in images and videos the our newsroom. ABC-7 has a crew going to
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Palenque Grill opens at Cielo Vista Mall
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new Palenque Grill location just opened at the Cielo Vista Mall. The chain celebrated the opening of its newest location today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Palenque Grill celebrates the flavors of Northern Pacific Mexican cuisine. Generations-old recipes are featured alongside the restaurant’s famous margaritas and refried bean dip appetizer.
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Las Crucens settle with Las Cruces hospital over medical bills
Las Cruces community members gathered today to announce a settlement in a lawsuit against a local hospital. In 2021, Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces sued more than 200 patients for unpaid bills. Many of the patients then counter sued, and asked for the hospital’s billing policies to change. Today, plaintiffs and their supporters
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Texas House approves GOP congressional map after two-week delay from Democrats’ walkout
By Kayla Guo and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune Aug. 20, 2025 “Texas House approves GOP congressional map after two-week delay from Democrats’ walkout” 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. WATCH: Texas
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County unveils plan for new Pan American Speedway in North Fabens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The county unveiled its plan for a new motorsport entertainment venue in North Fabens today. County officials say the Pan American Speedway will be located 40 minutes from central El Paso, keeping traffic away from congested areas while allowing residents from across the region to enjoy the new venue. County
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ABC-7 First Alert: Thunderstorm chances again today
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First alert as thunderstorm chances still remain for your midweek forecast. Today our rain chances are resting at 20-30%. Much like Tuesday we will see better chances for storms in the second half of our day by afternoon. Following today, rain chances will trend downward
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State Rep. Claudia Ordaz says IVF treatments kept her from attending legislative session
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Representative Claudia Ordaz, who represents part of El Paso, revealed that she was getting IVF treatment during the quorum break organized by state Democratic lawmakers earlier this month. When the quorum break first started, Ordaz announced that she had been excused from attending the legislative session at the
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‘Alyssa’s Law’ just took effect in Texas. Here’s how it impacts your child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “Alyssa’s Law,” also known as Senate Bill 838, takes affect this school year for Texas schools. The legislation requires silent alarm systems in classrooms by the 2025-2026 school year. The bill was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in May of 2023. Schools have had the last two years
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Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments requirement in 11 school districts
By Jaden Edison, Eleanor Klibanoff and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune June 26, 2025 “Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments requirement in 11 school districts” 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. A
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