Man arrested in Socorro for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — A man was arrested by Socorro Police for outstanding warrants, on Wednesday, July 3. 29-year-old Luis Daniel Sanchez was…
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Shark believed to have attacked 4 people in waters off South Padre Island on Fourth of July
By Tristan Maglunog and Meredith Deliso July 4, 2024, 3:33 PM Four people are believed to have been bitten by the same shark on the Fourth of July…
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Judge delays ban on noncompete agreements for small number of employers
Originally Published: 03 JUL 24 17:31 ET Updated: 03 JUL 24 19:06 ET By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — A federal judge on Wednesday…
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These are the most prevalent disabilities in Texas
AccessiBe charted disability statistics in Texas using Census…
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Texas Rescue Patrol reminds community of Fourth of July safety at Red Sands
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s a Fourth of July tradition for many El Pasoans to celebrate at Red Sands, in El Paso County’s far eastside. Red Sands…
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Pet’s Barn Helping El Paso this Independence Day
El Paso, TX—Fireworks, unfamiliar people, and late nights can really disrupt a dog or cat’s normal activity, eating, and sleeping routines. As…
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Lloyd Doggett becomes first sitting Democratic member of Congress to call on Biden to withdraw
Originally Published: 02 JUL 24 13:07 ET Updated: 02 JUL 24 21:48 ET By Annie Grayer, CNN Washington (CNN) — Democratic Rep. Lloyd Doggett of…
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Judge denies Texas’ attempt to shut down El Paso migrant shelter
By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune July 2, 2024 “Judge denies Texas’ attempt to shut down El Paso migrant shelter” was first published by The…
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Former Uvalde school police chief, officer indicted in 1st-ever criminal charges over failed response to 2022 mass shooting
Originally Published: 27 JUN 24 18:30 ET Updated: 27 JUN 24 18:33 ET By Shimon Prokupecz and Leigh Waldman, CNN (CNN) — A grand jury has indicted…
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San Antonio man mailed El Paso woman the fentanyl pills that killed her, court says
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A federal court in El Paso just sentenced 49-year-old Brennan Dane Short to 132 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to…
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Musician Kinky Friedman dead at 79
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Musician Kinky Friedman has died. His official X accounted posted about the news this morning. “Kinky Friedman stepped on a…
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City of El Paso seeks public feedback to update comprehensive plan
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has initiated a new survey to gather public input for the updated comprehensive plan, “Envision El…
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Group charged months after Socorro park shooting
SOCORRO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Socorro Police have arrested multiple people connected to a shooting at Jardin de Flores Park in September 2023. Four…
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The University Interscholastic League celebrates Fabens High School state championship
FABENS, TX—The University Interscholastic League (UIL) celebrated pianist Cesar Flores. He was selected as an outstanding performer at the 2024…
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Socorro paletero sells ice cream to residents looking to cool down
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — With triple-digit temperatures hitting the Borderland and surrounding areas Wednesday people looking for relief…
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ABC-7 at 4: Natural Disaster Charity Fraud
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TX)- As we watched the natural disaster unfold in Ruidoso last week, we all wanted to help the small community that had been…
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El Paso’s Project ARRIBA getting $350,000 from state for healthcare, education training program
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso-based Project ARRIBA is getting a year-long $350,000 grant to fund its Educare: Elevating Nursing and Education in El…
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Marissa Teijo, 71, makes history competing at Miss Texas USA: Did not win the crown, but won in a bigger way
UPDATE: Marissa Teijo has received an overwhelming wave of positive feedback on Instagram and Facebook, predominantly from women who have been…
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El Paso businessman Paul Foster appointed to ERCOT Board Selection Committee
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott appointed El Paso businessman Paul Foster to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)…
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Xtra Depth: El Paso influencers Go Viral After “Chelito’s Burger Challenge”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A duo of El Paso influencers have left their jobs as a lawyer and salesman to concentrate full time on continuing their…
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How much manufacturers in Texas spend on equipment
Machinery Partner identified how much manufacturing companies are spending on equipment in Texas, using 2021 Bureau of Labor Statistics…
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State Senator César Blanco appointed to Texas’ government efficiency commission
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick announced the appointment of State Senator César Blanco, who represents part of El Paso, to…
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Texas court finds Kerry Max Cook innocent of 1977 murder, ending decades-long quest for exoneration
By Zach Despart, The Texas Tribune June 19, 2024 “Texas court finds Kerry Max Cook innocent of 1977 murder, ending decades-long quest for…
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Texas woman honors 53 migrants who died in a human smuggling attempt nearly two years later
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KVIA) — It has been nearly two years since the deadliest human smuggling event in U.S. history took place. Now, the 53 migrants…
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Religious freedom, 4th amendment, and Texas businesses requirements at center of hearing on Annunciation House lawsuit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso district judge is expected to rule within two weeks on the latest filings between the Annunciation House and the…
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At least 2 killed, multiple injured in shooting at Juneteenth celebration at Texas park, officials say
Originally Published: 16 JUN 24 03:10 ETUpdated: 16 JUN 24 05:57 ETBy Paradise Afshar, CNN(CNN) — At least two people were killed and multiple…
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Ft. Bliss added $27.9 billion to Texas economy in 2023
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott says that military installations added $151.2 billion and 677,022 jobs to the state’s economy in…
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Texas Department of Public Safety reminds Texans to plan for hurricane season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) wants to remind Texans to have an emergency plan in place. DPS says the 2024…
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‘World’s Largest Buc-ee’s’ opens in Luling, Texas
LULING, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the largest Buc-ee’s in the world in Luling, Texas today.…
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‘Operation Texas Kill Switch’: How the state is cracking down on machinegun conversion devices
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KVIA) — U.S. Attorney Jaime Esparza, whose district covers El Paso, announced a joint initiative with the Bureau of Alcohol,…
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