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‘Odyssey’ fever grips the Classics world

By David Mack (CNN) — As fans of Christopher Nolan eagerly await the July 17 release of his take on “The Odyssey,” a different kind of enthusiast is also bristling with anticipation: scholars and other devotees of the ancient world. At universities and high schools across the...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 28, 2026

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Progressives look to Colorado as next test of a rising movement

By Arit John, CNN (CNN) — Almost immediately after scoring a series of upset victories in New York last week, members of the rising progressive movement started looking ahead to their next target: Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old democratic so...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 28, 2026

safety

Iran fires missiles and drones at Kuwait and Bahrain, US official says

Iran has launched multiple missiles and drones towards neighboring countries, including Bahrain and Kuwait, a U.S. official told ABC News. The official said that the situation is still unfolding, but that at this time there are no reported U.S. casualties or major impacts or d...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 28, 2026

parks

Biggs Park starts Independence Day early

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - Biggs Park within Fort Bliss hosted "Pop Goes the Fort" through partnership between its Morale, Welfare, and Recreation division and Destination El Paso to begin a week of events across the city to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday. Gates opened at...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 28, 2026

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Two years after their last debate, Biden jabs at Trump: ‘What a loser’

By Arlette Saenz, CNN Hanover, Maryland (CNN) — As he rallied Maryland Democrats at a state party fundraiser Saturday night, former President Joe Biden decried the actions of the man who succeeded him in the White House, painting him as vain and corrupt. “It’s not just his va...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 28, 2026

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Israel’s military and tech industry race to counter Hezbollah’s latest threat

By Jeremy Diamond, CNN Tel Aviv (CNN) — The small drones cruise – undetected – over the skies of southern Lebanon and northern Israel, searching for targets. Footage recorded by the explosive-laden devices shows them, one after another, finding and striking their targets: the...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 28, 2026

Local

El Paso County introduces 2026 Community Builder Awards

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso County announced the launch of a new recognition program that celebrates individuals and organizations who strengthen our community through service, leadership, and care. According to officials, the 2026 Community Builder Awards was created to comp...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 28, 2026

Local

El Paso museums seek artists for Chalk the Block & Día de Muertos

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD) announced it is seeking artists and vendors for the 2026 Chalk the Block and Día de Los Muertos. Presented by Raiz Federal Credit Union, Chalk the Block returns to the El Paso Downtown Arts...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 28, 2026

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15 lugares de EE.UU. que existían antes de la fundación del país

Por Joe Yogerst, CNN Puede parecer que ha transcurrido muchísimo tiempo desde que los Padres Fundadores dieron los primeros pasos hacia la creación de Estados Unidos al firmar la Declaración de Independencia el 4 de julio de 1776. Sin duda, 250 años de historia nacional son mot...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 28, 2026

Local

EPCC Theatre stages 1800s 'Taming of the Shrew' production

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso Community College (EPCC) Theatre will present its latest production, William Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" this July. Directed by EPCC Theatre Director Ted Karber Jr., the comedy will run from July 10 to July 19 at the EPCC Forum Theatre. EPC...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 27, 2026

parks

Hundreds celebrate at 19th annual Pride Parade in downtown

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)-- The 19th annual Pride Parade took place in downtown, featuring floats, performers, and marchers from East Mills to Houston Park. The parade was followed by a family-friendly picnic at Houston Park, with free music, food, non-alcoholic drinks, and drag ...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 27, 2026

safety

US conducts more strikes around Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, Iran (KVIA)-- The U.S. military said in an X post that it's struck multiple targets in Iran at the President's direction. The post said that Iran had not honored the ceasefire, and that quote: "CENTCOM forces launched strikes today in direct response to continued I...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 27, 2026

parks

Doña Ana County seeks public input on parks and rec master plan

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Doña Ana County released a draft of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Centers Master Plan and is inviting public feedback via an interactive online platform. County officials stated that the draft plan stems from months of community engagement, stakehol...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 27, 2026

business

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

News

Prediction markets go wild with Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding questions

CNN By Miriam Elder, CNN (CNN) — The American wedding of the century is nearly here and the people have opinions! Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married this year? Will the wedding be in New York, where the pop star and football hero have been spotted this...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 27, 2026

News

What is the viral 'natural Ozempic' drink?

The budget-friendly alternative involves mixing gelatin and warm water and drinking it 15 to 30 minutes before a meal.

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jun 27, 2026

News

Trump says he’ll nominate former Oklahoma state trooper as ICE director

By Casey Gannon, Julia Benbrook, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he will nominate Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper and Marine, to be the next director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. “Lance has firsthand experience getting Ill...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 27, 2026

Local

Birthday party postponed for El Paso Zoo’s Sea Lions

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- You can still visit the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens today, but unfortunately, their two sea lions won't be celebrating their birthday party after all. At least, not today. "We're not really in the mood of partying today, sadly. We're not feeling...

KVIA ABC-7Jun 27, 2026