Lamar Elementary 2nd Grade Pledge 8/5/26
Lamar Elementary 2nd Grade Pledge 8/5/26
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What’s that smell? Rep. Acevedo addresses strong gas odor by Marathon refinery
Update – A Marathon Refinery spokesperson responded to ABC-7’s questions with a statement: Trained professionals at Marathon Petroleum’s El Paso refinery responded to reports of odors in the surrounding area last night. The source of the odor was identified and teams addressed the situation. Air monitoring was deployed in the community as a precaution, and
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Anthony ISD superintendent shows off newest additions to schools
The Anthony Independent School District introduces the 2026-27 school year with Good Morning El Paso. AISD Superintendent Oscar Troncoso and students join GMEP’s Nicole Ardila at Anthony High School on Wednesday morning. Troncoso talks about their facility upgrades, school marshals at each school, and a new discipline approach called “Restorative Practice.” AISD is giving a tour
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Perez Hilton taken to hospital after appearing to harm himself on livestream: Sheriff’s office
By Leah Sarnoff Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton was transported to a Miami area hospital this week, where he was said to be receiving medical attention after appearing to harm himself on a TikTok livestream video, law enforcement officials said Wednesday. The update, which did not mention Hilton by name, comes after law enforcement in Miami
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New Mexico sues DOJ for allegedly blocking access to Epstein files in Zorro Ranch investigation
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — Wednesday, the New Mexico Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to access files about Jeffrey Epstein’s New Mexico ranch. NMDOJ said the unredacted files are critical to the state’s criminal investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein’s Zorro
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Small Texas law firm set to receive $150M contract to represent unaccompanied migrant children
By Laura Romero The Trump administration is set to award a multimillion-dollar contract to a small Texas law firm to provide legal representation for thousands of unaccompanied migrant children in government custody during immigration proceedings. In a notice published in the Federal Register, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced its intent to
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Free car seat fittings coming to Sisbarro Buick-GMC in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Thursday, Sisbarro Buick-GMC in Las Cruces will host a free car seat fitting station, the New Mexico Department of Transportation said. At the fitting, certified child passenger safety technicians will teach parents and caregivers how to choose, install and use booster seats. Inspections will be done on a first-come, first-served
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El Paso Museum of Art ranked 5th best Texas art museum
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Museum of Art made its mark as one of the top five art museums in Texas, according to the City of El Paso. Glasstire, the country’s oldest online art magazine, ranked the EPMA fifth in its latest updated list. “In a state that is home to nearly
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Hot Wednesday! Storm chances remain
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Triple digit temperatures will still trend above average for your Wednesday as storm chances still linger! The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert for portions of El Paso County and the Lower Valley today: Heat Advisory in effect from August 5, 12:00 PM MDT until August 5, 09:00
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Texas Society of Architects conference returning to El Paso in 2027
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Destination El Paso, in partnership with the city, annouced Tuesday night that the 2027 Texas Society of Architects Annual Conference and Design Expo will be returning to El Paso next October. It marks the first time the event has come to the Borderland since 2022, and for just the third
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Armed man arrested at Trump National Golf Club in Los Angeles County: Authorities
By Meredith Deliso A man allegedly armed with a pistol was arrested after he was seen taking photos and videos of the Trump National Golf Club grounds in Los Angeles County over the weekend, authorities announced on Tuesday. Following his arrest, detectives found more firearms and “multiple notebooks containing concerning statements” at the suspect’s residence,
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ABC-7 StormTrack weather – Temps stay in the triples – just shy of any record highs; isolated storms.
Highs hit 103 for El Paso Tuesday. This was the 35th triple of the season so far. Temps will stay in the triples the rest of the week with highs from 100 – 104. The chance for an isolated storm will continue for Wednesday with most storms to our West and Northwest. We’ll see a
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Award-winning KRWG TV Production Manager Christian Valle dies at 46
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — For almost 20 years, Christian Valle took charge of production for KRWG, a public media station in Las Cruces. Monday, the NMSU graduate died at 46. Valle helped with the student-led News 22 broadcast, which provided NMSU students with hands-on experience in production in front and behind the camera.
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Proposed 2027 budget would increase City property tax revenue nearly 8%
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -– El Paso’s proposed $1.407 billion fiscal year 2027 budget is accompanied by a property tax rate that would generate about 7.89% more revenue for the city’s maintenance and operations compared to last year. The average homeowner with a home valued at $232,000, if approved, would see an increase of $132
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City Council votes in favor of next steps on political campaign bill policy
UPDATE: City council voted unanimously to approve the draft policy recommendations made by city staff. They will now create an ordinance to come before council for final approval within the next 60 days. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Representatives are set to vote Tuesday to advance a policy that would change how
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Tejano New Stages brings emerging playwrights to the stage at EPCC
El Paso Community College is scheduled to host its third Tejano New Stages theatre event on Aug. 7-8 at the Transmountain campus.
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Man charged with animal cruelty after 100 animals rescued in San Elizario
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 61-year-old man was charged with animal cruelty after an investigation led to the rescue of 100 animals in San Elizario, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Santos Gordillo Torres faces four counts of cruelty to livestock animals, the sheriff’s office said. EPCSO said deputies went to the
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El Paso City Council unanimously approves funding to help Welcome Center continue operations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, the El Paso City Council unanimously approved funding to continue operations at the Welcome Center for the homeless. ABC-7 previously reported the center planned to shut down Aug. 31 when the council voted against one-time funding. The City of El Paso said part of the fiscal year 2027 budget
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AT&T gives free laptops, school supplies to El Paso students
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As back to school season kicks off, some El Paso students received free laptops and school supplies from AT&T on Tuesday at the Texas Department Of Family And Protective Services building in East El Paso. AT&T said its laptop giveaway aims to close the “digital divide,” which is the gap
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Gov. Abbott to speak about housing affordability in Socorro Wednesday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott will meet with families in the El Paso area to discuss a new housing affordability policy, according to his campaign team. Gov. Abbott will speak with families in the City of Socorro. A specific location wasn’t announced.
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Canutillo ISD’s new teaching approach, courses, safety features for 2026-27 year
School spirit is strong on Tuesday as the Canutillo Independent School District kicks off the new school year. Good Morning El Paso’s Nicole Ardila joins Canutillo ISD students and administration Tuesday morning at Bill Childress Elementary School for ABC-7’s back-to-school coverage. Superintendent Dr. Josue Borrego focuses on how Canutillo ISD is implementing “Coaching in the
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Beat the heat on your electric bill this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Electric is helping customers struggling with higher-than-usual summer electric bills through pop-up assistance events, held at El Paso Community College’s Administrative Services Center. Customers just need a valid photo ID for a Customer Care team to review their bill increase and discuss payment arrangements and financial assistance options.
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Montana Interchange Nears Completion
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-TxDOT El Paso is providing an update regarding the Montana project: the three-level section is being gradually formed. If you drive along the main roads in Montana then you will find that the roads are paved, the walls have been put up and barriers have been placed over a large area. The
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Record measles cases in U.S. prompt Immunize El Paso to urge vaccinations as school year begins
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Measles cases in the United States are now at their highest level since 2000. Immunize El Paso urges families to make sure their children are up to date on recommended vaccines.Vaccinations are still available, even though many students have already returned to school. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Triple digit temps expected under Tuesday heat advisory
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temperatures will lean a bit hotter for your Tuesday as storm chances still remain. The National Weather Service has issued a Weather Alert for the El Paso county area: Heat Advisory in effect from August 4, 12:00 PM MDT until August 4, 09:00 PM MDT This morning we started off
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather – More triples this week; some storms pop
Temps will heat up again with highs in the triples. We should stay just shy of any brutal highs with potential records. I expect temperatures to be anywhere from 100-104. There will be a chance for some storms here and there – with most to our north and west the next couple of days.
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