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How the weak jobs report could make inflation harder to manage

By David Goldman, Matt Egan, CNN (CNN) — David Goldman and Matt Egan report on the economy for CNN. This is their text conversation about this month’s job report. David Goldman: Hey, Matt! The jobs report on Friday came in…less than good, let’s say. Are we back in this “meh-conom...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

Local

El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens closed temporarily due to storm damage

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens announced Saturday morning that the facility is temporarily closed following damage caused by a overnight thunderstorm that moved through the area. According to officials, strong winds and severe weather caused severa...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

safety

Lightning causes palm tree fire in El Paso's Upper Valley

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Lightning struck a couple of palm trees and caused a blaze Friday night, Aug. 7 in El Paso's Upper Valley. The fire happened around 10 p.m. near the intersection of Montoya Road and Oleaster Drive. In a video posted to social media, at least 6 palm trees ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

safety

Crash involving pedestrian closes down part of I-10 in East-Central

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A crash involving a vehicle and pedestrian has shut down part of Interstate 10 in East-Central on Saturday, Aug. 8, El Paso Police said. The crash happened just before 3 a.m. Saturday at Airway and Interstate 10 East. Details are limited at this time. Pol...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

business

Influencer killings mount in Mexico as rival cartel factions wage a bloody fight

By Rey Rodríguez, Mauricio Torres, CNN (CNN) — Mexican influencer César Gastélum was live-streaming outside a fast-food restaurant when two men on motorbike stopped next him, pulled out a gun and shot him in the head. His brutal murder in Culiacán, the capital of the northwestern...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

safety

ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Drier weekend ahead as triple-digit heat continues

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- We're no longer under an ABC-7 First Alert for the start of our Saturday as we track a shift into a drier weather pattern this weekend. Isolated thunderstorms could remain a possibility over higher elevations, but most lowland communities are expected to ...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

safety

Pedestrian hit by a car on I-10 East and Airway Blvd

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – A pedestrian was hit by a car on I-10 East and Airway Blvd., according to the El Paso Police Department. Police say they were called to the scene at 2:48 a.m. Special Traffic Investigations is investigating the incident. Traffic is being diverted to Geroni...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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Is watching too much TV bad for your brain? Possibly

By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — Do you suspect that spending hours every day in front of the television isn’t doing your brain any favors? A new study suggests you may be onto something. Researchers found that people who reported watching television more often in midlife had smaller...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

safety

America’s top ace’s plane crashed in 1944. A wingtip has finally made it home

By Alexandra Skores, CNN (CNN) — A piece of a World War II fighter plane that crashed 80 years ago and belonged to the country’s top ace has been found and returned to his home state of Wisconsin. The P-38 Lockheed Lighting was flown by United States Army Air Corps Maj. Richard B...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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The surprising reason airlines invest so much in airplane interiors

By Maureen O'Hare, CNN (CNN) — In our roundup of travel stories this week: The families who were ripped apart by Italy’s new citizenship laws, why some travelers say airport lounges are no longer worth it, plus more woe for the Boeing 737 Max. Old plane, new tricks Airplanes up t...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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AI is booming on the West Coast. So why is unemployment so high there?

By Bryan Mena, CNN (CNN) — Despite AI skills and more than a decade of management experience in technology, Juan Ruiz has struggled to switch jobs in a state known for its tech scene: California. Ruiz has been looking for a new job with more pay since October 2024, sending out hu...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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What we learned this week at Lindsay Clancy’s trial

By Eric Levenson, Andi Babineau, Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — Lindsay Clancy has not taken the stand, but the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children communicated in multiple ways at her murder trial this week. She vocally answered the judge’s questions about a leg...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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Trump’s unfinished ballroom faces uncertain path after latest legal blow

By Betsy Klein, Thomas Bordeaux, Devan Cole, Kristen Holmes, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump has dug himself a hole. The future of construction on his sprawling East Wing ballroom is uncertain after a divided appeals court ruled Friday that he is unlawfully constructing the pr...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

government

Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general after bruising fight

The Senate early Saturday morning confirmed Todd Blanche as the next attorney general, with the nominee narrowly securing sufficient GOP backing after making a number of promises about how he would handle his tenure as the country’s top law enforcement officer. The vote was 50-49...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

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Blanche confirmed as attorney general at a Justice Department shaped to serve Trump

By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — Todd Blanche, who risked his career as a prestigious member of New York’s legal establishment to keep Donald Trump out of jail, was confirmed on Saturday as the attorney general. Blanche, 52, will now permanently act as the nation’s top law enfor...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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Vending machines with free public health supplies help fight opioid overdoses

In the scrum of the Knicks ticker-tape parade in Lower Manhattan two weeks ago, an off-duty EMT volunteer spotted a stranger showing signs of a drug overdose. Acting fast, Simone Kelly found someone in the crowd who happened to be carrying naloxone, an over-the-counter drug used ...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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Best and worst states for drivers: 2026 study

Car ownership consumes a major share of many household budgets. Between loan payments, maintenance, fuel, and auto insurance, the cost of owning and operating a vehicle now averages more than $11,000 per year. Even as U.S. cities and counties increase investment in public transpo...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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What are private markets and how can you invest?

When it comes to investment opportunities, publicly traded securities like stocks and bonds dominate the conversation. However, private holdings offer intriguing prospects for investors looking to diversify their portfolios and tap into unique opportunities. They also make up a h...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

business

Survey: Retirement still feels achievable for Millennials and Gen Z

Despite living in a time of economic turbulence, Gen Z and Millennials feel positive about retirement, according to a new survey by SoFi. Gen Z is particularly bullish on retirement. Fifty-seven percent say it’s achievable with a plan in place, compared to just 45% of Millennials...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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TikTok kitchen: How viral cooking videos changed what we actually own

For centuries, American cooking habits were shaped by word of mouth and print media. When food television debuted in the 1940s, new cuisines and kitchen hacks were broadcast to consumers for the first time. As cable and the internet boomed, food television became increasingly pop...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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The most efficient way to run your window unit

Window air conditioners can be lifesavers during the hot summer months, especially in older homes or apartments without central air. But while they offer targeted cooling, they can also drive up your energy bill fast if they’re not used efficiently. The good news is a few smart s...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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Will late rent payments tank your credit score?

For most tenants, rent is one of their biggest monthly expenses. But do late rent payments affect credit? If your rent is due soon and you can’t pay, or you’re looking to build your credit score, you might be asking this question. In 2026, the answer isn’t a simple yes or no. It ...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

parks

French companies are inviting unhoused people to sleep in their offices

For several years, when Pierre-Yves Loaëc left his office in Nantes in the evenings, he passed a woman sleeping rough in the parking lot near Nobilito, the marketing agency he runs. The contrast nagged at him. Outside, she huddled near a parking garage vent for warmth during the ...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

business

The best airline food and drinks of 2026

Meals, snacks and drink options at 30,000 feet have always inspired strong opinions. From the coffee you’ll nurse through a transcon flight to the wine list in business class, in-flight and airport lounge food is a topic that many travelers have very specific thoughts about. In M...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

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Counties with the most born-and-bred residents in Texas

Ground Picture // Shutterstock Many people choose not to leave the state they were raised in for reasons ranging from wanting to be close to family, to not having the resources to leave, to sticking with a lower cost of living. In order to determine where people stay put in your ...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 8, 2026

parks

NM State football hit day eight of fall training camp

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KTSM) – While most college football programs around the country just kicked off their fall training camp this week, New Mexico State football entered its 8th day of fall practice Friday morning, August 7. The NM State Aggies will be one of several teams to...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

Local

Large card, collectible show returns to El Paso

The Hobby Havoc Card Show is scheduled to take place at the El Paso County Coliseum on Saturday, Aug. 15, featuring a wide range of trading cards and collectibles....

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

parks

UTEP football returns several key players lost to season-ending injuries last season

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – UTEP Miners football began fall training camp earlier this week on Tuesday, August 4, counting on 13 of 15 players they lost to season-ending injuries last season. Several impact players are on that list, including fifth-year miner back Kam Thomas, redshir...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

schools

Las Cruces schools seeking volunteers for Budget Survey Committee

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Las Cruces Public Schools is looking for community volunteers to serve on a Budget Survey Committee for the upcoming fiscal year. The Budget Survey Committee is responsible for reviewing data collected from LCPS’s budget survey to the community. The data ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

Local

Las Cruces to offer cooling stations to beat heat

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- With temperatures expected to reach the century mark this weekend and early into next week, Las Cruces is making its City cooling stations available through Wednesday, Aug. 12 to accomodate residents who need relief from the heat. There will be no cooling...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

Local

Parts of El Paso under flash flood warning; active weather scene on Friday

Video courtesy of Mike J., KTSM viewer EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Parts of El Paso County are under a flash flood warning until 10 p.m. Friday evening, Aug. 7, according to the National Weather Service. Earlier, the National Weather Service reported a rapidly moving thunderstorm ac...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026

parks

Trump maintains vandalism claims, calls on Pirro to 're-visit' Reflecting Pool

Trump shared a screenshot of an X post made by freelance photographer Andrew Leyden, which Trump claimed showed proof of vandalism in the Reflecting Pool. Leyden wrote captioned his original pictures claiming he had seen "cuts in the expansion joints on the side of the Reflecting...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 8, 2026