UPDATE (3:02 p.m.) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said a 78-year-old man and 67-year-old woman died after Monday’s crash. A preliminary investigation found a Lincoln Navigator drove westbound on I-10 near Mile Marker 42, according to EPCSO. The Lincoln crossed the median into the eastbound lanes and crashed head-on with another SUV, a
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UPDATE (June 30) — The family of Andrew Brown has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Kimberly Skaggs, alleging she was speeding when she fatally struck Brown, fled the scene without helping him, and later attempted to conceal evidence, while also seeking damages on behalf of Brown’s 14-year-old son. Editor’s Note: This story has been
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CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department said it found a man’s body in Canutillo Monday. EPPD’s Crimes Against Persons Unit went to the 800 block of Talbot Avenue after getting a call about an unattended death at 9:39 a.m., according to police. That’s near the Outlet Mall and Jose J. Alderete Middle
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By Devin Dwyer In a ruling with direct bearing on the midterm elections, the Supreme Court on Monday narrowly upheld a Mississippi law allowing tabulation of late-arriving mail-in ballots so long as they were postmarked by Election Day. Justice Amy Coney Barrett, writing for the 5-4 majority, wrote that federal election statutes — which say
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimated food will take the biggest bite out of consumers’ budgets during this year’s 4th of July celebrations. It said food will cost $94.41 per person. According to a survey involving 7,675 people, 87% plan to celebrate the holiday. Six out of 10 people plan
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UPDATE (June 29, 2026) — El Paso Police said a 25-year-old woman, Missy Roberta Aguilar, died in a crash in West El Paso Saturday, A news release said Aguilar failed to drive along a curve and hit a curb, causing her SUV to go over a business’ property. Police said she crashed into a metal
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UPDATE (June 29, 2026) — El Paso Police identified the body as 20-year-old Cristian Yamil Bernal Mejia. EPPD said authorities are still investigating the body recovery. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso Police confirmed crews recovered a dead body from a canal at Fresno and Alameda. Our crew went to the scene at around 6:30
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A fire damaged a Las Cruces home Saturday morning, according to the Las Cruces Fire Department. According to LCFD, just before 4:30 a.m., firefighters went to a home on the 4700 block of Big Springs Street. The neighborhood is off Roadrunner Parkway. Crews saw the fire burning in the garage
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We will experience warm temps over the next few days with rain chances expected through your 4th of July holiday. This morning we started off with temps in the upper 70s to low 80s. Today will be a warm day however were likely to experience some minor relief from the
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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 Air Force Military Training instructor Reggie Galindo. We thank you for your service. Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the
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Yesterday’s high was 102. Today’s high was 101. We have now seen 9 in a row and 17 days overall of triple digits in El Paso. Couple of showers and thunderstorms drenched Sierra Blanca this evening and nearby storms caused a haboob in El Paso and Las Cruces. Tomorrow’s highs will be similar to today
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SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) – The Roman Catholic Diocese of Las Cruces and Bishop Peter Baldacchino invite people for a Sunday pilgrimage up Mount Cristo Rey. This pilgrimage comes amidst a lawsuit from the Department of Homeland Security claiming eminent domain over land on south side of the mountain owned by the Diocese. According
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ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Anthony Police Department in New Mexico announced on a social media post Sunday the death of Detective Lucas Allen. In the post, the department said the following: It is with profound sadness that the Anthony Police Department announces the passing of Detective Lucas Allen. Detective Allen served the Anthony
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 First Alert Weather is tracking another hot, dry weekend across the Borderland, with near-critical fire weather expected Sunday across parts of southwest New Mexico. The National Weather Service says southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph combined with dry air will increase the risk for rapid fire spread, especially
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — You can still visit the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens today, but unfortunately, their two sea lions won’t be celebrating their birthday party after all. At least, not today. “We’re not really in the mood of partying today, sadly. We’re not feeling very motivated today. We’re, like, super, super
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Biggs Park within Fort Bliss hosted “Pop Goes the Fort” through partnership between its Morale, Welfare, and Recreation division and Destination El Paso to begin a week of events across the city to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. Gates opened at 4 p.m. Saturday, free to the public with stations
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EL PASO, Texas – The high school football season is still a few months away, but some teams from the Borderland are already taking the field this summer. Andress High School is competing at the 7-on-7 flag football state tournament in College Station, Texas. The Eagles are making history in the process. Andress is the first Class 4A school
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After months of built up discussion and debate, the Texas State Board of Education has approved a new proposal that will establish lists of required reading, including Bible verses alongside classic books, for its K-12 English and literature curriculum.The new proposal, which will slowly be enacted starting in the 2030-31 school year, will impact more
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Southwest University unveiled a new concept in El Paso. The SU Lounge is a premium space for students to use as a sanctuary and a place to focus. “To have a new home for our students, the concept came from seeing the needs as our community grows, and as El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Deanna Ortiz said her 11-year old son Luke was dropped off an hour walking distance from where he was supposed to be. She said he was dropped off near Sandoval Apartments, when he was supposed to get off the bus at Braden Aboud Memorial Park. When Ortiz reached out to the
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Most drivers do not mean to harm anyone, but last year, impaired driving led to 1,254 deaths on Texas roads. In 2025, El Paso saw 14,724 traffic crashes, which caused 54 deaths and 248 serious injuries, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. That same year, El Paso had 501 DUI-related
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El Paso Community College is hosting their first and one-of-a-kind event “America 250: Red, White and Brew,” blending food, brewing with some friendly competition. The event will feature eight student-created beers developed with the help of local breweries, along with eight specialty brews from the participating breweries. Attendees will also enjoy food pairings prepared by culinary
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El paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a week full of excitement! Fort Bliss MWR and Destination El Paso are teaming up to bring you the biggest celebration in 250 years. The festivities start with Pop Goes the Fort on Saturday, June 27, at Biggs Park, and continue all week. Downtown El Paso will
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The El Paso Police Department is now taking applications for the 144th Police Academy class. The deadline to apply is August 25. You can apply for the paid, 8.5-month Police Trainee program or join the free, multi-week Citizen Police Academy for community members. https://www.joineppd.com/academy
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Some Borderland businesses continue to experience a boom amid the ongoing World Cup. Many soccer fans have been on the hunt for soccer jerseys representing their favorite team. ABC-7 spoke with VI Sports in Downtown El Paso, a sporting goods and sportswear store in the heart of the city. An
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are no longer under an ABC-7 First Alert as temperatures will start to trend downward. Rain chances will increase through the weekend. This morning we started off with temperatures in the 70s. We were a bit cooler to start then we’ve been experiencing the past few days. Today will
Continue ReadingCNN By Jessie Yeung, Michael Rios, Taylor Ward, Issy Ronald, Charlotte Reck, CNN (CNN) — Rescuers are desperately searching through piles of rubble in Venezuela after the country was rocked by two powerful earthquakes on Wednesday, leaving scores of people dead and widespread destruction in a country already beset by economic and political turmoil. At
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