EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Temps will increase over the next several days as highs climb from 102-106. A large area of high pressure will influence our extreme heat machine across the region. Storms will be isolated across the area with most developing in our northern zones and then flowing down to the south. A
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mexican drug lord Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada asked a federal judge to serve his life sentence at a medical prison facility, according to documents ABC-7 obtained. Zambada’s attorneys filed a memo that said he accepted his life sentence and mentioned the 76-year-old’s age-related health issues. His attorney asked the court
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A two-year low of type O blood prompted Vitalant to ask the community to donate the most-needed blood type. The nonprofit is asking all blood donors, especially those with type O, to make an appointment. It said since May, type O blood supply decreased. According to Vitalant, someone in the
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UPDATE (1:30 p.m.): Gustavo Dominguez, the last of the four suspects charged with the mass shooting at Young Park that killed three and left more than a dozen injured, has been found guilty. Gustavo Dominguez’ mugshot(Courtesy: DADC) LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Tuesday, closing arguments are expected n the final Young Park mass shooting trial
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, Juarez firefighters reported and contained an overnight fire at a tire storage facility across the border. An official report said the fire was reported at 11:53 p.m. Monday. Six fire engines and a tanker helped with the response by cooling the area with water jets. Crews also sued heavy
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by Alex Nguyen, The Texas TribuneJuly 7, 2026 An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent on Tuesday fatally shot a man in Houston early Tuesday after he allegedly tried to run over the agent, according to the federal agency. Federal agents were conducting a vehicle stop as part of a targeted enforcement operation just before 7
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, El Paso Water said construction on a water and wastewater line replacement project will close some roads in Central El Paso. The utility said construction may be complete by November. The project is part of the utility’s plan to replace old infrastructure, according to a news release. Here’s the
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Loretto Academy 2nd Grade Pledge 7/7/26
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — At Raynor, a busy intersection in central El Paso, this pole has been broken for months. “The thing is, that the post, as you see it being held with just those cables, the pole is practically just hanging in the air,” says Carlos Muñuz. He’s the owner of Pipo Barber Academy, just
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UPDATE (July 7, 2026) — Fort Bliss confirmed with ABC-7 that Mexican federal police arrested two of its service members at the Bridge of the Americas. Tuesday, Fort Bliss said the two returned to the U.S. “Fort Bliss takes these matters seriously and is fully cooperating with law enforcement efforts regarding the incident,” the military installation told
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The 4th of July festivities are over, but it’s just the beginning for the clean-up process. Desert Rescue 915 is partnering up with Precinct 1 Commissioner Jackie Butler, and the Montana Vista fire department to clean up Red Sands this upcoming weekend. The clean-up organization usually finds used fireworks, bottles of alcohol, beer cans, cups and more. Executive
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday evening we’re tracking isolated showers and thunderstorms winding down across the Borderland, with most of the remaining activity ending by midnight. Temperatures will stay warm overnight as drier air begins moving into the region. We’re also tracking scattered thunderstorms across the mountains through Thursday, with isolated storms possible in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For nearly a month, the FIFA World Cup brought fans across the Borderland together as the U.S. Men’s National Team continues to surprise in it’s now lengthy run in the tournament.Monday, Team USA returned to the pitch to take on Belgium in the Round of 16 in Seattle, and fans
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As monsoon season approaches, it’s important to include sandbags in your flood management strategy. Monday, El Paso Water opened three sandbag pick-up locations. El Paso Water said sandbags can act as a barrier between floodwater and properties. The bags then redirect the water for natural drainage. El Paso Water, Public
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Enough moisture will be in place along with hot temperatures this week which will allow some isolated showers and storms. Most storms will develop to our north and move to the south. Along with the isolated storms, gusty winds with some blowing dust and sand could occur as well. Temps will hit 102 – 104
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Museum of Art will open a new exhibit exploring the culture of Michoacán, Mexico. Monday, the city said a collection of cultural masks will be on display starting July 17. Mask making is a vibrant and playful art form across Mexico, the city said. Dancers wear them in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday, the City of El Paso said it reached an $8 million settlement agreement with Daniel Villegas to resolve a federal civil lawsuit against the city alleging violations of constitutional rights. The 2015 lawsuit alleged violations of constitutional rights from the investigation, arrest and prosecution of Villegas tied to the
Continue ReadingBy Nicki Brown, Andi Babineau, CNN Provo, Utah (CNN) — The widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk faced her husband’s accused killer, Tyler Robinson, in court for the first time Monday as Utah prosecutors began presenting some of their evidence in hopes of convincing a judge to allow the case to proceed to trial. Erika
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ANTHONY, Texas (KVIA) — The Anthony Police Department arrested and charged El Paso boxer Kayla Gomez for allegedly assaulting her step-aunt Saturday, according to arrest documents ABC-7 obtained. Saturday, an Anthony Police Department officer went to a home near Anthony High School after hearing about an assault. The victim told the officer she reportedly got
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(KVIA) — The New Mexico State Fair is accepting applications for its Original Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge. One New Mexico restaurant will be crowned the fair’s “Green Chile Cheeseburger Champion” — but only eight will be selected to participate, according to EXPO New Mexico. An annual tradition at the fair, the Original Green Chile Cheeseburger
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CANYON, Texas (KVIA) — A 23-year-old El Paso man has been charged for a crash that injured a child and a pregnant woman, according to the Canyon Police Department. The crash happened Sunday in Canyon, Texas, which is south of Amarillo. According to CPD, Jacob Saucedo from El Paso crashed an SUV into a concrete
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso Animal Services expected a big intake of animals during the Fourth of July weekend. The holiday is usually one of the busiest and most stressful times of the year for shelters because loud fireworks scare animals out of their homes. Throughout the weekend, lost and found dogs have
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Police Department started accepting applications Monday for its next training academy. The 22-week paid academy is set to start January 2027, according to LCPD. Police cadet salaries while in the academy is $24 per hour, LCPD said. Graduates from the academy become officer trainees who then receive
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A former El Paso Police Department officer pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony offenses, according to the El Paso District Attorney’s Office Monday. He pleaded guilty June 23. Thirty-year-old Joshua Anthony Gallardo pleaded guilty to assault impeding breath or circulation involving a dating partner and continuous violence against the family,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the nation celebrates Independence Day, we’re taking a deeper look at the connected history that runs deep in the Borderland. It spans from the echoes of prehistoric times etched into the very rock, to the early stages of European expansion and colonization that have shaped the boundaries and cultures
Continue ReadingCNN By Betsy Klein, Kristen Holmes, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump said Monday that he personally asked FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to review the decision to give a red card and one-game ban to Team USA star striker Folarin Balogun — a remarkable intervention that sparked a torrent of controversy at the World Cup.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday. Today we are recognizing Military Monday: Honoring Veteran Shane. We thank you for your service. Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or who once served
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This evening we’re continuing to track isolated showers and thunderstorms across the Borderland, with the greatest chances over the mountains. Any storms that develop could produce strong outflow winds between 40 and 50 miles per hour as they move into the lowlands. We’re continuing to monitor daily rain chances through
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