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5 cities missing out on hosting FIFA World Cup matches in 2026

Major U.S. cities are getting an economic boost from the World Cup, with places like Los Angeles, Miami and Dallas flooded with thousands of overseas tourists attending matches to cheer on their home countries and packing bars to take in the action on the pitch....

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 4, 2026

Tesla sales soar 25% in sign its troubles may be easing

By Anna Cooban, Chris Isidore, CNN London (CNN) — Tesla’s global sales shot up 25% in the second quarter in a sign that Elon Musk’s EV maker may be turning a corner – at least in Europe. The company posted deliveries of more than 480,000 in the three months to the end of June...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 3, 2026

July 4, 1776: The day Thomas Jefferson went shopping

By Harmeet Kaur, CNN (CNN) — As dawn broke in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776, the weather was a pleasant 68 degrees. The temperature crept up to 72.25 degrees at 9 a.m., reaching a balmy 76 by 1 p.m. before dipping slightly to 73.5 at 9 p.m. We know this because on the day that...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 3, 2026

Turkey blocks American LGBTQ+ cruise from docking, citing ‘moral standards’

By Billy Stockwell, Gul Tuysuz, CNN (CNN) — Turkish authorities have banned a cruise ship catering to American LGBTQ+ travelers from docking in the country’s ports, citing “moral standards” and “family values,” the CEO of the events company behind the upcoming Mediterranean tou...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

What to expect from today’s jobs report

By Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — For much of the past 18 months, the labor market has remained largely frozen. Rampant uncertainty, a lasting hangover from pandemic-era overhiring, the rise of AI, and a cocktail of other economic concerns – persistently high inflation, elevated...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

Breakaway Catholic group excommunicated after defying warnings from Pope Leo

By Christopher Lamb, CNN Rome (CNN) — The Vatican announced Thursday that priests and members of a breakaway Catholic group that ordained four new bishops in defiance of Pope Leo XIV’s wishes are in schism and excommunicated. The Society of Saint Pius X, an ultra-traditionali...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

In-N-Out reveals 6 new locations across 5 states opening 'soon'

(KTLA) – Fans of California-based In-N-Out Burger can look forward to six new locations opening soon in five states. The Irvine, California-based company’s most recent location, in Timnath, Colorado, a small agricultural community near Fort Collins, opened on June 24. It currentl...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

Kroger to buy Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion

Cincinnati-based grocery store chain Kroger Co. has announced it will buy Pittsburgh-based rival Giant Eagle in a $1.65 billion deal.

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

White House lifts export control on Anthropic that froze its most advanced models

By Hadas Gold, CNN (CNN) — The US government has lifted export controls Anthropic’s most advanced AI models, the company said Tuesday evening. “We’ve received notice that the Department of Commerce has lifted export controls on Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5,” Anthropic said in ...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 30, 2026

El Paso nonprofit receives $200K grant for digital health literacy

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- As more health information is stored online, an El Paso nonprofit received a $200,000 grant Tuesday to create a lesson plan to teach people how to manage their health information. Texas Mutual Insurance Company and its health affiliate, Texicare, gave ...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 30, 2026

Las Cruces seeks input on potential 'brownfields'

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The City of Las Cruces Economic Development Department is asking residents, property owners, business owners, and community stakeholders to participate in the Brownfields Identification Survey, an initiative designed to help identify vacant, abandoned, un...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 30, 2026

After four years, Atlantic menhaden study funding finally in place

RICHMOND, Va. (WFXR) -- After four years of questions and debate, two million dollars is in place to fund research into the status of a tiny fish with a huge economic impact on Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay. The fish at the center of the controversy is the Menhaden. Menhaden ar...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 30, 2026

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group

By Christopher Lamb, CNN Rome (CNN) — Pope Leo XIV has made a last-ditch appeal to a rebel group of traditionalist Catholics who plan to ordain bishops without his approval, saying they will be committing a “sin of extreme gravity” if they proceed. Just over a year into his t...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 30, 2026

El Pasoans rally support, aid for Venezuelan families devastated by earthquakes

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Volunteers raced to move boxes labeled “clothes” and “medicine” resting at the center of a restaurant in Central El Paso, all destined for Venezuela, a country devastated by two earthquakes. The two major earthquakes struck the South American country last ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 30, 2026

Local businesses seeing large crowds during World Cup games, boosting economy

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The FIFA World Cup is entering its fourth week of play, and some local businesses in El Paso have seen large crowds flocking to their establishments to enjoy the matches. Whether supporting the U.S., Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Portugal or another tea...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 29, 2026

Comcast says it will spin off NBCUniversal

By Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — Comcast’s media businesses, including NBC, Peacock and Universal, are moving one step closer to a sale. On Monday morning Comcast said it is spinning off NBCUniversal as well as its European media arm, Sky, into a new publicly traded company. T...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 29, 2026

El Paso picked for national economic 'resilience' program

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The City of El Paso has been selected by the National League of Cities (NLC) to participate in the Building Economic Resilience in Communities (BERC) Program, a national initiative aimed at helping local governments strengthen economic stability and expan...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 29, 2026

Caracas Latin Food collects aid for earthquake victims in Venezuela

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Caracas Latin Food announced that the restaurant is collecting donations for those affected by the earthquake in Venezuela. According to a social media post from Caracas Latin Food, the restaurant at 5901 Brook Hollow Drive will be an official collection c...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 27, 2026

OXXO celebrates grand openings of re-branded locations

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — OXXO and DK Fuel hosted two grand opening celebrations on Tuesday, June 23, and Wednesday, June 24, as part of the transformation of the former DK Convenience locations. According to officials, the openings highlighted continued investment in store improve...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 26, 2026

New East El Paso eatery offers comfort food and cocktails

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - East El Paso diners looking for a new brunch, lunch or dinner destination can now find it at Well Made Kitchen & Bar. Located at 11990 Rojas Drive, the restaurant was created by the team behind the popular brunch spot Crave and Neighbor Good in the Five Po...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 26, 2026

OXXO opens 2 new locations in El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- OXXO opened two new locations in El Paso Wednesday and Thursday as it continues to replace former DK Convenience locations in the area. In 2024, OXXO's parent company FEMSA acquired Delek's convenience stroe business, which included 249 stores across T...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 25, 2026

Polestar says the Commerce Department is banning US sales of its cars

By Chris Isidore, CNN (CNN) — Electric vehicle maker Polestar is being forced out of the American market due to its ties to China, following a decision by the US Commerce Department, the company announced Thursday. The company said the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 25, 2026

World Cup fever boosts soccer jersey sales for El Paso shops

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 sportsw...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 25, 2026

DMD on long-term vision for Downtown El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Downtown El Paso has undergone major changes over the past decade. The city's central continues to evolve with forward-facing economic development-driven initiatives, which are aimed at creating a more vibrant, welcoming environment that is multifaceted. T...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 25, 2026

Why Rolls-Royce Project Nightingale redefines luxury

(TestMiles) – For decades, Rolls-Royce has built some of the most exclusive automobiles in the world. That is not exactly breaking news. The company has long understood that true luxury is not only about transportation, horsepower, leather, wood, or silence. It is about how all o...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 24, 2026

El Paso’s Michoacana shops remain popular as temperatures spike

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso hit its first triple-digit day of the year this month, and Michoacana ice cream shops across the city have been swamped ever since. Daily highs are forecast between 98° and 108° through the end of June, with an Excessive Heat Warning in effect ...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 23, 2026

World Cup visitors enjoy U.S. culture and cuisine during tournament

DALLAS, Texas (KVIA) -- Millions of people are traveling to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup; some are enjoying not only the matches but also the country's culture, cuisine, and shopping, among other things. ABC-7 spoke with people from Europe and South America wh...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 23, 2026