Canutillo ISD Reaches Reading Goal with “I Love to Read McDonald’s”
It was a moment to forget about the phones and iPads — and get back to the basics. ABC 7’s Marcel Clarke joined Canutillo ISD as its guest reader,…
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Santa, Grinch use helicopter to deliver presents to students
ANTHONY, Texas (KVIA) — Anthony ISD students got a surprise visit from Santa and the Grinch today. Instead of Santa using his sleigh, he used a…
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Loretto senior writes about her father’s murder, brother’s disappearance to earn scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Loretto Academy senior Valeria Arellano continues to celebrate after learning she matched to Stanford University through…
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One-on-one with EPISD’s new superintendent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– On Wednesday, ABC-7 sat down with the El Paso Independent School District’s newly-named superintendent, Dr. Brian Lusk. Lusk…
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Nursing graduate overcomes rare cancer while completing degree at EPCC
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— A 26-year-old El Paso Community College nursing student is preparing to walk the stage this week, completing her degree…
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EPISD Board finalizes hiring of new superintendent
UPDATE: EPISD unanimously voted in favor to hire Dr. Brian Lusk during the meeting today. Lusk’s first day is tomorrow. He spoke to ABC-7 briefly…
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Some El Paso ISD employees getting one-time $300 stipend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees approved a one-time $300 stipend for eligible hourly employees.…
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El Paso Turning Point chapter says they welcome chapters in high schools
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Turning Point USA, the organization found by Charlie Kirk, has seen a rise here in El Paso over the last few months. Two new…
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Threats against Santa Teresa High found to be unfounded, police say
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Sunland Park Police Department says that the alleged threats made toward Santa Teresa High School are…
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Canutillo Independent School District names superintendent lone finalist
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — Canutillo Independent School District’s Board of Trustees unanimously voted Dr. Josue D. Borrego as its superintendent…
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Operation Noel: Borderland children receive new coats
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—60 students from the Boys and Girls Clubs of El Paso received brand-new coats thanks to the Paso del Norte Community…
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La Nube wins Hands On! Children in Museums Award 2025
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — La Nube STEAM Discovery Center was named the winner of the Hands On! Children in Museums Award 2025. The organizers…
Continue Reading New Mexico to give $500 monthly to homeless high schoolers who meet attendance goals
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico Public Education Department will provide homeless high school students $500 a month for attending…
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UTEP President Heather Wilson receives Ohtli Award from Consul General of Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Consul General of Mexico Mauricio Ibarra Ponce de León presented the Ohtli Award to UTEP President Heather Wilson Thursday…
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Good Vibes Only: Ysleta High students join color guard; break barriers on the field
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two Ysleta High School students are not letting an autism diagnosis hold them back from their full potential. Senior Alex…
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EPCC and HOME team up to provide the elderly with turkey dinners
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For the second year in a row, EPCC’s Culinary Arts Program and the El Paso Housing Opportunity Management Enterprises, also…
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New 456-bed dorm to be built on UTEP campus
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP will soon get a new $108 million student housing complex. The University of Texas System Board of Regents approved…
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Mayor Renard Johnson visits Loretto Academy
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso mayor visited Loretto Academy this morning. Mayor Renard Johnson met with elementary and…
Continue Reading El Paso ISD board names lone finalist for Superintendent
Update (November 18, 2025): The El Paso American Federation of Teachers posted on Facebook about the news that Dr. Brian Lusk had been named the sole…
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Tom Homan to visit UTEP for Turning Point USA chapter event
Update (4:20 PM): El Paso’s Congresswoman Veronica Escobar is responding to the news of Border Czar Tom Homan’s upcoming speaking engagement at UTEP.…
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Eastwood High student wins ‘I Voted’ Sticker Design Contest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In 2026, voters will be receiving a new version of the “I Voted” sticker designed by Eastwood High School 10th grader…
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EPISD, Canutillo ISD trustees to interview superintendent candidates next week
by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersNovember 13, 2025 The El Paso and Canutillo school districts could soon name their respective superintendent…
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Groundbreaking for the new Alderete Middle School
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — Canutillo Independent School District held a groundbreaking ceremony today at the new location for Alderete Middle School.…
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Worker at Harmony School of Innovation accused of inappropriate interaction with student
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Harmony Public Schools says that a contract worker at the Harmony School of Innovation-El Paso was allegedly involved in…
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Texas lawmakers will hold first hearing Thursday to review college campus speech after Charlie Kirk killing
by Jessica Priest, The Texas TribuneNovember 12, 2025 Texas lawmakers on Thursday will hold their first hearing to review speech on public…
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Canutillo ISD board discusses search for new superintendent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Canutillo Independent School District has a Board of Trustee meeting tonight to discuss the search for the district’s next…
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Canutillo ISD debuts new electric school buses
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — Canutillo Independent School District unveiled eight new electric school buses and new charging stations today. This is…
Continue Reading El Paso ISD discussing search for next superintendent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees is discussing the search for a new superintendent at tonight’s…
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Socorro ISD employees face skyrocketing health insurance costs after failed tax proposal
by Claudia Lorena Silva, El Paso MattersNovember 7, 2025 Some Socorro Independent School District employees will see their health insurance premiums…
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Mrs. El Paso inspires students
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Â Mrs. El Paso 2026, Yavonne Lindo-Rios, visited the ABC-7 studio to talk about her success and encourage others to follow…
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