ABC-7 Xtra Sunday – The Local School District Budget Crunch
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Deepening budget shortfalls are affecting some of the biggest school districts in El Paso – and more cuts to staffing…
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El Paso’s Stephanie Han makes ceremonial weigh-in before match with Holly Holm
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The highly-anticipated showdown between Stephanie Han and Holly Holm is less than 24 hours away. The ceremonial weigh-ins…
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Former El Paso City representative candidate charged for alleged child sexual assault
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A former candidate for El Paso City Council, District 5, was arrested on charges including indecency with a child,…
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office shares motorcycle safety tips amid increase in crashes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Motorcyclists are more vulnerable in traffic due to their smaller size and reduced visibility, the El Paso County Sheriff’s…
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El Paso County requests proposals for management, operation of County Coliseum
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County said it’s looking for firms to manage, operate, market and administrate the County Coliseum. Friday, the…
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Socorro man sentenced to 3 years, 6 months in Juárez prison for deadly crash
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — A Socorro man has been sentenced to three years and six months in a Juárez state prison, the The Chihuahua…
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A guide to help keep Borderland children safe around water
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the warm temperatures continue to grip the Borderland, many children will be around swimming pools. May marks National…
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El Paso entrepreneur eyes Shark Tank, shares story of pursuing the American Dream
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoan Betty Landin joined countless other business hopefuls aiming to be cast in the next season of ABC’s Shark Tank.…
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El Paso ISD names first female chief of district police
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District appointed a new district police service chief. Donica Pedregon made history as the…
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ABC-7 tries latest wellness trends as gyms prioritize recovery
The way people workout has changed significantly over the last few years as more people are focusing on how they recover. Good Morning El Paso’s…
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Good Vibes Only: Silva Magnet senior, first-generation college student secures scholarship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Just days away from Silva Magnet High School’s graduation ceremony, senior Josefina Cortez is eager to embark on the next…
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Man charged for animal cruelty after deputies find malnourished dog
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said it charged a man for animal cruelty after finding an underweight dog with visible…
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All El Paso Harmony Public Schools recognized for commitment to STEM learning
Harmony Public Schools EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — All Six Harmony Public Schools Campuses have been recognized in El Paso to earn a National PLTW…
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UTEP breaks ground for new $102 million ‘Miner Crossing’ dorm
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students at the University of Texas at El Paso are closer to having a new on-campus housing option. Thursday, with pickaxes…
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EPISD to consider financial exigency declaration, more than 400 job cuts at Tuesday school board meeting
by Claudia Lorena Silva More than 400 El Paso Independent School District jobs, including teachers and central office staff, may be cut as the Board…
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Man allegedly crashes into El Paso County deputy patrol unit while driving drunk
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 53-year-old man was arrested and charged for allegedly crashing into an El Paso County Sheriff’s Office patrol unit, EPCSO…
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EPCC rolls out free grocery pick up schedule for June through November
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Community College’s Summer and Fall Mobile Food Pantry is preparing to return June 2. EPCC said it’s teaming up with…
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Water to be released into the canal and the Rio Grande today; Water Rescue Team speaks about risks
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The season has arrived when water is released into the canal adjacent to the U.S.-Mexico border, as well as into the Rio…
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Keeping your home cool on a budget this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With summer approaching, so are higher electricity bills. El Paso Electric shared some tips to keeping your home cool on a…
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Stroke survivors share life-changing moment in UMC support group
May is Stroke Awareness Month and the University Medical Center of El Paso continues their efforts to teach the community how to spot a stroke and…
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City of El Paso to sell historic A.B. Fall house
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of the most historic buildings in El Paso will be sold for the first time in nearly 20 years after a city council vote…
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Socorro ISD expects to adopt balanced budget for second year in a row
by Claudia Lorena Silva The Socorro Independent District expects to approve a balanced budget this June for the second year in a row, as it…
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Former zoo employee’s wrongful termination lawsuit dismissed
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– A wrongful termination lawsuit filed by a former El Paso Zoo employee against the city, former Zoo Director Joe Montisano and…
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City of El Paso releases preliminary budget for 2027 fiscal year, public meeting schedule
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso released its preliminary budget for the 2027 fiscal year Wednesday. It totals $1.405 billion across all…
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Man arrested during traffic stop, charged with indecency with a child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 37-year-old man was arrested during a traffic stop and charged for sexual contact with a child, according to the El Paso…
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Bauman wins Republican runoff for District 16, will face US Rep. Escobar in November
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, Adam Bauman defeated Manuel Barraza in the Republican runoff for Congressional District 16. Bauman will face…
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El Paso man creates game of blind billiards for his community
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Martin Aceves has been legally blind his whole life. He’s an El Paso native and University of Texas at El Paso graduate…
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Socorro community’s efforts to preserve one of the U.S.’s oldest missions
May is National Preservation Month and El Pasoans and other locals are highlighting the project behind the Socorro Mission Restoration. ABC-7’s…
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All lanes closed on US-54 North after a rollover crash
UPDATE (5:02 a.m.) — According to the El Paso Police, all lanes are now open. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the Texas Department of…
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Person in hospital with serious injuries after crash in Lower Valley El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Police said one person is in the hospital with serious injuries after a crash involving a motorcycle Tuesday. Police…
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