EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –A 77-year-old woman in El Paso was nearly scammed by someone claiming to be a federal agent.The caller told Maria Guerrero she was under investigation for drug trafficking and money laundering. He gave her a badge number, case number, and said a warrant had been issued for her arrest.Guerrero said she
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department identified 30-year-old Xavier Guadalupe Hernandez as the man who was tased and killed on I-10 East at Yarbrough on Sunday. EPPD says that at approximately 10 a.m., officers responded to reports of a person attempting to jump over a barrier along the highway. Police say
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MESCALERO, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Mescalero Apache Tribe is alerting the public to a Flooding Alert for the Tularosa Canyon as heavy rainfall continues in the area. “We urge all community members to please stay out of the Tularosa Canyon area at this time,” the tribe posted on social media today. “Your safety is
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A child nearly drowned in a bathtub at an apartment complex in Northeast El Paso, first responders say. Officials say the child was pulled out and rushed to the hospital at approximately 11:42 AM today. The child was seriously injured, and officials with the El Paso Fire Department describe the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In June, Las Cruces Police investigated the “suspicious death” of a man’s body found near the tennis courts at Lions Park, located at 701 West Picacho Avenue. Authorities identified Richard Morales as the deceased man. Family members report that a screwdriver and a wrench were found next to his body,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temperatures will cool to near average as rain chances persist through the region. Today El Paso is expected to reach a high of 95, Las Cruces is expected to reach a high of 93. This will keep temperatures near average. Also today rain chances are weakening however still in our
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The Transportation Security Administration announces that passengers will no longer need to take off their shoes at the airport when passing through security checks — and flyers at El Paso International Airport have mixed feelings about it. After almost 20 years, TSA is eliminating this security measure that leaves many concerned with safety risks. But
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SAN ELIZARIO, Texas (KVIA)– Are you looking for some weekend fun for the family? San Elizario Historic district presents Billy the Kid reenactment show. Al Borrego the president of the Cultural Heritage Society says they have been doing the reenactment show for 16 years “It’s Hispanic history, everyone’s so down on taking statues down and doing
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We continue to be under an ABC-7 First Alert for another round for evening showers and thunderstorms in the Borderland. Rain chances will linger overnight, but will diminish this week before ramping up midweek. It will remain much cooler this upcoming week.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Today La Nube in partnership with Emergence Health network hosted Family Mental Health day. The event titled “Feelings Factory” was free for the first 400 visitors. Organizers say their goal is to bring attention to the importance of prioritizing your mental health and learning how to express your feelings. Noreen Jaramillo,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – A wrestling tournament to help raise funds for St. Mark’s Special needs group was hosted by National Furniture Liquidators, located at 8600 Gateway East. The event is a free professional wrestling tournament that is hosted in partnership with God of the Ring Pro Wrestling Entertainment. The evening started with a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Tens of thousands of area students prepare to go back to school. A community event hosted by Moms on Board and Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare provided student athlete physicals, free clear backpacks, school supplies and even haircuts. “We’re really proud to partner with them to make sure that the
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SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) – A group of immigration and public-lands activists gathered at the border area in Santa Teresa, New Mexico Saturday morning for a peaceful protest against the White House’s border militarization. Dozens of people gathered to protest the Militarized Defense Area along the 180-mile stretch of New Mexico’s southern border. The
Continue Reading Our ABC-7 First Alert continues in the Borderland for the chance for scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms in the Borderland. The best chances will be in the afternoon and evening hours today and tomorrow. Heavy rain from these storms can cause localized flooding. Likewise, gusty outflows from collapsing thunderstorms can cause blowing dust.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Public Works Department is hosting two community cleanup events Saturday morning, as part of a several-month-long campaign. From 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. El Paso County residents can drop off tires, bulk trash, and electronic waste at the following locations: Fabens: 199 Citizen Transfer Station Rd.,
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SANTA TERESA, NEW MEXICO (KVIA)– On July 12, 2025, activists in Santa Teresa, New Mexico will gather for a non-violence protest rally against border militarization. The event is organized by immigration and public-lands advocates and begins at 9 AM. The rally is to protest Trump Administration’s decision to place 109,000 acres of public land under
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President Donald Trump has posted two letters on his social media platform announcing new tariffs on the European Union and Mexico that will take effect on Aug. 1. Trump will impose a 30% tariff on Mexico due to fentanyl crossing the border, he said in a letter to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. “Mexico has been helping me
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This weekend we will see significant changes in the weather as widespread thunderstorms are expected. The storms will begin in the higher areas and move down into the lower deserts by evening. These storms could bring strong wind gusts with some reaching over 50 mph, along with blowing dust despite
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– In the month of July, the average high temperatures are around 100 degrees here in the Borderland. According to the the National Weather service, when heat enters a closed vehicle, actual temperatures inside the vehicle can reach 120°F in minutes and approach 150°F in as little as an hour. Carlos Ornelas,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Santa Teresa livestock crossing was set to open up July 21st after months of closure due to the New World Screwworm, a flesh eating parasite found in Mexico. But after a new case was found in the Mexican state of Veracruz, the crossing is shut down once again, and
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RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Heavy flooding caused massive damage in the Village of Ruidoso, killing three. Some are rebuilding in areas that were damaged, even as the community braces for more potential flooding – while still coming together to help neighbors in need. The devastation can still be seen near the Rio Ruidoso where flood
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It’s been a hot one Friday – El Paso hit 108 – the second hottest day of the season so far. The hottest was 109 on June 15. Temps will gradually cool Saturday as we bring in some added moisture. I do expect some showers and thunderstorms to pop across the area, primarily in our
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP Dinner Theatre’s production of The SpongeBob Musical opens tonight July 11. ABC-7’s Sarah Coria is a part of the ensemble and gives us a backstage look at the preparations. Show Dates and Times: Dinner Performances (6:30 PM Dinner, 7:30 PM Performance): July 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24,
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A judge handed down a 10-year prison sentence to Emily Elizabeth Portillo for a DWI-related crash that killed Roy Parra in February 2024. The judge decided that Portillo will serve seven years in custody, and three years of her sentence have been suspended. The crash happened February 29, 2024
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – President Donald Trump signed his signature legislation known as the Big Beautiful Bill into law on July 4th. How will the legislation affect the Borderland? How many El Pasoans will lose their Medicaid or SNAP coverage? Will El Pasoans benefit from the reduction in Social Security taxes and taxes on
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ABC-7 got a first look of Emergence Health Network Day at La Nube — a family-friendly event that promotes emotional wellness with discovery and play. EHN and La Nube partnered up for National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month for what they say is to raise awareness about the unique mental health challenges that racial and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Female volunteers are rolling up their sleeves and repairing homes for those in need! Rebuilding Together El Paso, in collaboration with Marathon Petroleum Corporation, created the SHEBuilds program. It empowers women and gives them the confidence to do at-home repairs. Over 250 women have taken part in the SHEBuilds program. Volunteers
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the heat. Temperatures will be dangerously hot today. Rain chances will also increase into your weekend. The National Weather service has issued a weather alert in preparation for today’s heat. Heat Advisory in effect from July 11, 11:00 AM MDT until July
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– ABC-7 spoke to some local businesses who said ongoing construction along Montana Avenue continues to impact them. Construction for the Montana Project began in 2019 and is expected to be completed in 2027. According to TxDOT El Paso, the project from Global Reach to Loop 375 is set to improve mobility
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The four star running back and recent Minnesota commit, Ryan Estrada, chose to become a Golden Gopher after feeling like he was at “home” when taking his official visit. “The coaching staff treated me great,” Estrada said. “I can’t wait to get down there and just make an immediate impact.”
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