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El Paso priest earns Lumen Christi Award for 50 years of helping community

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KVIA ABC-7Nov 6, 2026

Mexican national indicted in El Paso for exploiting 14-year-old girl

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - A federal grand jury in El Paso indicted a 34-year-old Mexican national for alleged transportation and sexual exploitation of a 14-year-old girl, along with the production, possession and transportation of child sexual abuse material. Clemente Fernando Vaz...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Nov 5, 2026

Juarez Native designs bridge wait time software

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A Juarez native created a new website that combines government data, traffic camera streams, and real-time user reports to give drivers a better idea of how long they'll be waiting at international bridges. Jose Meza, product manager, told KTSM 9 News that...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Nov 5, 2026

Join the fun! NAMIWalks is October 10th

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- If you'd like to learn more about mental health services in the borderland, get active and socialize, you're in the right place! NAMIWalks El Paso is happening this Saturday, and organizers are encouraging anyone interested to come as they are. What is NA...

KVIA ABC-7Oct 9, 2026

A sovereign life: Putting your needs first can keep burnout at bay

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- If you have ever been affected by burnout, you're not alone. Kids, work, health issues, relationships - whatever your stressors are... the feeling is real. Sovereignty coach Camila Greenberg says burnout shows up in the smallest ways. But when it becomes ...

KVIA ABC-7Oct 9, 2026

ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Warm and dry Friday!

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- We will round out our workweek calm and comfortable. We woke this morning to cooler temps in the 50-60s. Tis afternoon we will run a little warm. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 85, Las Cruces 84. Just a few degrees above average. Winds will remain...

KVIA ABC-7Oct 9, 2026

Remember furry friends with annual El Paso community ofrenda

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Celebrate and honor your furry friends who have passed away through the second annual community pet ofrenda. Friends of El Paso Animal Services, in collaboration with El Paso Animal Services, will display the "Siempre con Nosotros (Always with Us) ofrenda...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 9, 2026

Feeling the pinch at the pump? Here are simple ways to save money on gas

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Filling up your gas tank can take a bite out of your budget, but a few simple changes to your driving habits and vehicle maintenance could help you save money at the pump. From comparing gas prices to checking your tire pressure, experts say there are seve...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 9, 2026

El Paso car clubs organize benefit show for girl battling leukemia

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KVIA ABC-7Oct 9, 2026

Heavy DASO presence in Las Cruces neighborhood

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office is "working" an active scene with a heavy officer presence in a Las Cruces neighborhood on Thursday, Oct. 8. According to Sheriff Kim Stewart, the scene is at 944 Dalrymple Rd. "The threat is confined to the residence,...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 8, 2026

Marathon announces $70k gift for nonprofits for El Paso Giving Day

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KVIA ABC-7Oct 8, 2026

Otero County jury finds man guilty of kidnapping, sentenced to 18 years

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- After over a decade of legal battles, an Otero County jury found Tony Hedges guilty of first-degree kidnapping stemming from a case in 2014, according to the 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office of New Mexico in Alamogordo. Immediately after the verdi...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 8, 2026

Early Giving opens for El Paso Giving Day

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Early Giving for El Paso Giving Day is now underway, allowing El Paso-area residents to support local nonprofits ahead of the main giving event on Oct. 15. The Paso del Norte Community Foundation, which leads El Paso Giving Day, opened Early Giving at midn...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 8, 2026

Parts of building facade fall, injure person in Downtown El Paso

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KVIA ABC-7Oct 8, 2026

El Paso man convicted on fentanyl trafficking charges

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — An El Paso man was convicted of three counts related to fentanyl trafficking, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Texas. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, 45-year-old Charles Arellano was a fentan...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 8, 2026

El Paso man convicted of fentanyl trafficking after DEA investigation

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- An El Paso man has been convicted for three counts related to fentanyl trafficking, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Texas. The Drug Enforcement Administration investigated 45-year-old Charles Arellano, a fentanyl dealer...

KVIA ABC-7Oct 8, 2026

ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Warm day, light risk for mountain showers

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- We are off to another calm weather day! Temperatures today will trend slightly above normal as we hold on to a 10% chance for mountain showers. We woke to temps in the 50s and 60s but they will warm this afternoon. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 8...

KVIA ABC-7Oct 8, 2026

Que Pasa? jumps into Fall break with historical, spooky events

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Although the weather doesn't yet feel like fall, KTSM 9's Que Pasa? has some fantastic events planned for you! Bring the kids out during their fall break to enjoy some spooky and history-filled festivities this weekend while you soak up the warm October d...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 8, 2026

Driver leads El Paso County sheriff’s deputies through desert in chase

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - Dashcam video captured the moment a driver led El Paso County sheriff’s deputies on a chase over the weekend. Authorities say the driver was initially pulled over after deputies observed a traffic violation. The footage shows the driver stopping for deputi...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 7, 2026

Survey aims to improve mental health in the borderland

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KVIA ABC-7Oct 7, 2026

El Paso to Celebrate National Cowboy Boot Day with Dancing and Western Flair

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KVIA ABC-7Oct 7, 2026

El Paso names new Director of Public Works

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso has named Joaquin Rodriguez as Director of Public Works. As the director of public works, he will provide a more coordinated approach to planning, funding, and delivering the city's capital infrastructure investments, city officials sai...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 7, 2026

Opinion: Switch Together program brings deals on rooftop solar and home batteries

By Sam Silerio When El Paso temperatures soar, the electric bill can make you sweat almost as much as the weather. Air conditioners work overtime, household electricity use climbs, and we start looking for ways to get more control over our energy costs. If you’re looking for ways...

El Paso MattersOct 7, 2026

UTEP presents 'In the Time of the Butterflies' during Hispanic Heritage Month

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The University of Texas at El Paso will bring the story of four sisters who challenged a brutal dictatorship to the stage this month with a production of "In the Time of the Butterflies", a play based on the acclaimed novel by Dominican American author Jul...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Oct 7, 2026

Prayer held at San Jacinto Plaza to honor victims of Hamas attacks

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KVIA ABC-7Oct 7, 2026

Average El Paso gas prices near $5

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KVIA ABC-7Oct 7, 2026