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OpenAI in talks to give Trump administration a 5% stake in the company, FT reports

By Hanna Ziady, CNN London (CNN) — OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is reportedly discussing handing the Trump administration a 5% stake in the company amid growing government scrutiny of artificial intelligence firms. The proposal would involve other US AI companies giving th...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

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Takeaways from a divisive Supreme Court term that expanded Trump’s power

By John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — After berating the Supreme Court for much of the year — while simultaneously inviting some of the justices over to the White House for dinner — President Donald Trump’s final assessment of the court’s momentous term this week felt something like a ce...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

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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

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Have tennis outfits always been this outrageous? Kind of

By Rachel Tashjian, CNN (CNN) — As Wimbledon began this week, Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka made an entrance in the high style that has become her signature: an elaborate robe by Tokyo-based designer Hana Yagi, made from vintage kimonos and bridal gowns, over a white Nike ...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

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Gear up for fireworks galore with Que Pasa? Fourth of July events

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- One of America’s biggest celebrations is here, and everyone is going all out for the 250th Anniversary! With large fireworks displays, parades, and a variety of other activities, Que Pasa? is bringing you all the exciting red, white, and fun events happen...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 2, 2026

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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

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Red Owl Boxing brings exciting fight card to El Paso Coliseum

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Red Owl Boxing is bringing the heat to El Paso, announcing six new bouts, including a bantamweight co-main event fight between local teenage sensation "Poison" Ivy Enriquez (7-0, 2 KOs) and Mexican boxer Perla "La Princessa" Lomeli (7-8, 1 KO), at the Col...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 2, 2026

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Punishing heat wave peaks as East Coast readies for sweltering July 4 weekend

By Meteorologist Briana Waxman (CNN) — A dangerous heat wave is tightening its grip on the East Coast, with the worst conditions arriving as millions prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July outdoors. While record-breaking heat scorched parts of the Midwest on Wednesday, the m...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

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UTEP football enters new conference with high expectations

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Scotty Walden, head coach of UTEP, is excited for the upcoming season as they enter a new conference with a step up in competition. The team has made strides in terms of financial backing with donors stepping up in a big way, including a one million dolla...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

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It’s a historic win – the first time the USA has advanced past the first knockout game since 2002 and only the second World Cup elimination game victory in American men’s soccer history. It’s the first win for the USA over a European opponent since they l

By Kyle Feldscher SANTA CLARA, California (CNN) — It’s a historic win – the first time the USA has advanced past the first knockout game since 2002 and only the second World Cup elimination game victory in American men’s soccer history. It’s the first win for the USA over ...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

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US defeats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0, advancing to World Cup round of 16

EL PASO, Texas (ABC News) -- The U.S. men's national team defeated Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday night in their highest-stakes 2026 World Cup match so far, clinching a spot in the round of 16. It was the U.S. men's team's first World Cup knockout win in 24 years. The...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 2, 2026

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UTEP Athletics director on new era of Miner sports in Mountain West Conference

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The University of Texas at El Paso is officially a member of the Mountain West Conference, and to celebrate, Paydirt Pete got a new makeover. With the entering of a new conference, there is also the lingering anticipation of how well UTEP Athletics will p...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 2, 2026

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A long stretch of 100s starts Thursday

Once again, we gave the Misery Meter the day off! We hit 98 today. And once again, just like yesterday, hit-or-miss showers and t-showers cropping up in the afternoon heat. Here's your exclusive 9-Hour Forecast for Thursday. TONIGHT: The skies will be partly cloudy with a chance...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 2, 2026

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Texas opens first mechanical runaway truck ramp in El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The Texas Department of Transportation has opened El Paso's and Texas' first mechanical runaway truck ramp. The ramp is the first of its kind installed in the state and provides a safety option for vehicles that lose their brakes closer to Interstate 10 t...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 2, 2026

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The Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters

By John Towfighi, CNN (CNN) — The Japanese yen has dropped to a 40-year low against the US dollar, putting investors on watch for potential government intervention by Japan that could ripple through US stocks, the Treasury market and the broader global economy. The yen’s decl...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 1, 2026

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US won’t renew trade deal with Mexico and Canada

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KVIA ABC-7Jul 1, 2026

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UTEP Miners enter Mountain West Conference with high expectations

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has become a full-time member of the Mountain West Conference, one of the most competitive mid-major conferences in college basketball. The move is a major step forward for UTEP, but keeping pace financially w...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 1, 2026