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‘The greatest cosmic movie ever made’: Historic telescope kicks off an unprecedented survey
By Jackie Wattles, CNN (CNN) — Every 40 seconds of nighttime for the next 10 years, a camera the size of a small car will capture strikingly detailed images of the southern sky, stitching together a time-lapse panorama of intergalactic evolution that could help unlock some of the universe’s lin...
Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy
By Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN (CNN) — Six years ago, President Donald Trump hailed his US-Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA, as the “fairest, most balanced, and beneficial trade agreement we have ever signed.” Now, as the pact is up for review, Trump says he’s ready to abandon it. “I’m not loo...
Judges strike down Trump administration student loan forgiveness overhaul
The rulings, issued by Biden-appointed judges in Massachusetts and Washington, D.C., came just one day before the new eligibility rules were set to take effect.
Punishing heat wave hits eastern US, with a preview of what’s to come
CNN By Andrew Freedman, CNN (CNN) — Summer has barely started in the Northern Hemisphere, but already it’s offering an oppressive preview of life on a hotter planet. Europe has endured two deadly, record-shattering heat waves in a matter of weeks, with a third on the way next week. Now, the...
Opinion: What the Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship decision means for El Paso’s border community
By Jennifer Gomez On the last day of its 2026 session, the U.S. Supreme Court did something rare – it told the president no. Jennifer Gomez In a 6-3 ruling Tuesday, June 30, the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, the understanding that a child born in the United States is autom...
American woman caught with 58 pounds of meth at border, CBP says
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) -- Border officers found more than half a million dollars worth of meth in a black SUV with secret compartments. The vehicle arrived from Mexico at the Paso Del Norte Port of Entry and was referred to a secondary inspection about 12:30 p.m. on June 18, according to ...
Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission
By Kristen Holmes, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump’s former adviser and campaign spokesperson Jason Miller is expected to join the White House, three sources familiar with the matter told CNN. While those people said the paperwork and details are still being finalized, Miller will likely t...
New runaway ramp opens on Loop 375 West on Transmountain Road
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A mechanical runaway truck ramp opened on a median on Loop 375 on Transmountain Road, the Texas Department of Transportation said Wednesday. While it's the fourth runaway ramp on the road, this is the first mechanical ramp. TxDOT said the mechanical ramp provides a saf...
Detienen a dos personas tras escalar hasta la cima del Empire State Building
Por Ray Sánchez y Mark Morales, CNN Dos personas que llegaron a lo alto de la antena del Empire State Building en la ciudad de Nueva York en la tarde de este miércoles se encuentran bajo custodia, según el Departamento de Policía de Nueva York. Las personas, que llevaban mascarillas, parecían...
Texas Lottery searching for $1 million Powerball ticket winner before prize expires
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- An unclaimed winning Powerball ticket worth $1 million will expire soon, the Texas Lottery said Wednesday. The Texas Lottery is asking the ticket holder to claim the prize in-person or by mail before their prize expires. According to the Texas Lottery, a ticket holder ...
Justice Department threatens lawsuits over state gun laws after Second Amendment win at Supreme Court
By Tierney Sneed, Paula Reid, CNN (CNN) — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche threatened lawsuits against four states that have gun restrictions similar to the Hawaii law that the Supreme Court struck down last week. He also warned states considering laws that “mirror” Hawaii’s that they cou...
Fourth suspect in Young Park mass shooting in court
DONA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) - The trial for the last of the four teens accused of a mass shooting that left three dead begins this afternoon. A jury was selected this morning and the opening statements are expected to take place at 1 p.m. The mass shooting happened at Young Park on...
July 4th fireworks: What to know about wildfire risk
With wildfires raging across the Western U.S., cities and states are restricting fireworks just as the nation gears up for one of its biggest Fourth of July celebrations in decades.
EPISD board to discuss hiring process for vacant districts
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Independent School District's Board of Trustees is set to discuss the hiring process to fill vacancies in Districts 6 and 7. According to district officials, the ad hoc committee, comprised of Trustees Jack Loveridge and Alex Cuellar, with the assistance of Cez...
Harry Kane saves England with two second-half goals, ending DR Congo’s bid for a historic upset
By Kyle Feldscher, CNN Atlanta (CNN) — England needed two late goals from captain Harry Kane to storm back and hold off a determined team from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, earning a 2-1 victory that narrowly avoided one of the biggest World Cup upsets in history. The Congolese shocke...
How city of El Paso recall elections work – and which elected officials voters can try to remove
Seven notices of intent to circulate a recall petition have been filed with the City Clerk’s Office over the past decade – none of which have led to a ballot measure for voters to decide whether to remove an elected city official from office. The recall petition process allows qualified voters...
¿Y si sí?: del “Mundial que no era para mexicanos” a una desbordada fe y pasión por la selección de México
Por Carloo Mauricio Pérez y Andrea Saint Martin, CNN en Español “¿Y si sí?, ¿ya lo entendiste?”, le preguntaron a Javier Aguirre, director técnico de México, en la conferencia de prensa después del triunfo de su selección 2-0 ante Ecuador, que los calificó a los octavos de final de la Copa del ...
Rock band WAR to perform at Las Cruces Rio Grande Theatre September
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- In 1972, rock band WAR sang, "We met down on the border of the Rio Grande." In September, the group will perform two shows at Las Cruces' Rio Grande Theatre September, according to a news release. WAR's top songs include "Low Rider" and "Why Can't We Be Friends." ...
Texas emergency personnel deployed to help respond to Colorado wildfires
AUSTIN (KVIA) -- Wednesday, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) said it deployed state emergency personnel to help wildfire response in Colorado. TDEM said Governor Greg Abbott directed the help after the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management requested it. ...
UTEP's Paydirt Pete gets makeover
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The University of Texas at El Paso announced the unveiling of a new look for its iconic mascot, Paydirt Pete. The announcement follows UTEP's transition into the Mountain West Conference on Wednesday, July 1. Paydirt Pete has evolved over the years, with the newest version...
Niño canadiense de 11 años muere de rabia tras despertarse con un murciélago en la boca
Por Amarachi Orie, CNN Un niño canadiense de 11 años falleció a causa de la rabia tras despertarse con un murciélago en la nariz y la boca. El incidente ocurrió durante una visita a una cabaña en el norte de Ontario en 2024, según un informe publicado el lunes en la Revista de la Asociación M...
Trump foe John Brennan sues administration demanding investigative records into him be preserved
By Katelyn Polantz, Evan Perez, CNN (CNN) — Former CIA Director John Brennan, who has been under investigation by the Justice Department, is demanding the Trump administration preserve records about its inquiry into him, and asking for a court’s help, according to a new lawsuit filed in Washin...
Trump dice que EE.UU. “no podría construir un avión como este” antes del primer vuelo del Air Force One regalado por Qatar
Por Aileen Graef, CNN Mientras el presidente de EE.UU. Donald Trump abordaba su vuelo inaugural en el nuevo Air Force One, un jet de lujo donado por el Gobierno de Qatar, compartió su entusiasmo por la nueva aeronave y sus constructores extranjeros, diciendo que EE.UU. “no podría construir un a...
3 people die of asphyxiation during Mexico City celebrations after World Cup win
By MARÍA VERZA Associated Press MEXICO CITY -- Mexican health authorities said Wednesday that three people died of asphyxiation during massive celebrations in downtown Mexico City after the national team’s victory over Ecuador secured a place in the World Cup Round of 16. Two women and one ...
QUICK LOOK: Gas prices in Texas ahead of 4th of July
LUBBOCK, Texas -- As people travel to celebrate the 4th of July, gas prices are on the rise in Texas as of Wednesday, July 1, 2026, as the 4th of July weekend approaches. According to the AAA gas price website, Texas is below the current national average gas price of $3.85. The Lone Star State [...]
Mattel unveils Miley Cyrus Barbie — black pumps, faux leather and all
Miley Cyrus is Mattel’s latest collectible doll!
2 daredevils climb Empire State Building, appear to propose
By Ivan Pereira and Aaron Katersky A daredevil couple climbed to the top of the Empire State Building and unfurled a banner on top of its spire Wednesday afternoon, taking their love to new heights. Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, who have gained an online following for their death-defying...
ABC-7 to speak with brother of victim of deadly hit-and-run linked to former New Mexico GOP treasurer
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- The family of a Andrew Brown, who died in an alleged hit-and-run, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the former treasurer of the Republican Party of New Mexico. ABC-7 will speak with Brown's brother, Antonio, Wednesday. According to documents ABC-7 obtained, Kimb...
2 in custody after scaling Empire State Building, flying banner, and appearing to get engaged
It wasn't immediately clear how they were able to get up there.
Two people in custody after scaling to top of Empire State Building
By Ray Sanchez, Mark Morales, CNN (CNN) — Two people who reached the top of the antenna on the Empire State Building in New York City on Wednesday afternoon are in custody, according to the New York Police Department. The masked individuals also appeared to get engaged while atop the skyscrap...
Everything we’re seeing in New York City as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s expected wedding celebrations approach
CNN By Zoe Sottile, Alli Rosenbloom, Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — Yes, it’s really happening. But what exactly is it? After months of speculation and tabloid fervor, pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will hold a wedding celebration at New York City’s Madiso...
Incendios forestales arrasan el Oeste de EE.UU. y se avecina más peligro
Por Kate S. Petersen, Alaa Elassar, Karina Tsui y Chris Dolce, CNN Decenas de incendios forestales se propagan por el oeste de Estados Unidos, consumiendo viviendas y terrenos de bosques nacionales, y obligando a evacuar localidades enteras. La humedad baja, la vegetación seca y los fuertes v...
El actor Danny Glover, de “Arma mortal”, revela que padece alzhéimer
Por Gonzalo Jiménez, CNN en Español El actor Danny Glover, recordado por su participación en la saga “Arma mortal” y en la película “The Color Purple”, reveló este miércoles en el programa televisivo “Today” que padece la enfermedad de Alzheimer. Glover, de 79 años, acompañado de su familia, ...
El Paso man arrested for stealing repossessed vehicle
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A man was arrested for theft of a vehicle that was awaiting auction in Northeast El Paso, according to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. On June 18, deputies responded to the 14400 block of Cassidy Drive regarding a reported stolen vehicle, which officials said had been...
Paydirt Pete gets a makeover as UTEP joins the Mountain West Conference
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Paydirt Pete has a new look. The University of Texas at El Paso Athletics revealed the mascot's new design Wednesday, the same day UTEP officially joined the Mountain West Conference. Paydirt Pete has seen several changes over the years. UTEP said his latest design is ...
Congressman Tom Kean’s hospital treatment for depression may encourage men’s mental health
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr. stood in the US House Chamber doing something the public rarely sees politicians do –– he spoke about his mental health. Kean explained his absence from Washington for more than 100 days by disclosing that he had been diagn...
Tiene residencia legal en EE.UU. desde hace 30 años, pero fue detenida por ICE. Sus hijas exigen su liberación
Por Susana Erazo, CNN en Español Para Claudia y Gabriela, dos ciudadanas estadounidenses, la relación con su madre cambió por completo. Pueden hablar con ella, llamarla y verla, pero “es como si todavía estuviera aquí, pero no está”, dicen. Ese cambio comenzó hace casi 10 meses, cuando en lugar...
NFL player's brother charged with murder after mother found dead
The 71-year-old matriarch was found dead at a home in Atlanta during a welfare check.
Dudas sobre las cifras del sismo en Venezuela: crece el número de muertos pero el mayor interrogante son los desaparecidos
Por Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN en Español Cuando se va a cumplir una semana de los catastróficos terremotos en Venezuela, la cifra de muertos crece en el conteo oficial, pero un interrogante permanece entre los números publicados por el Gobierno de Delcy Rodríguez: el de los desaparecidos, una estima...