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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As strong winds kick up dust across the Borderland, health officials are reminding residents about a rare but serious fungal infection known as Valley fever.   The disease is caused by the Coccidioides fungus and thrives in desert soil. When disturbed by wind or construction, the spores become airborne and

Patrick Crusius will not face death penalty

Update: ABC-7 sat in as the only broadcast media inside the courtroom for the detention hearings of the three juveniles arrested for the Young Park mass shooting. Judge Grace Duran ordered that Gustavo Dominguez, 17, Nathan Rivas, 17, and Josiah Ontiveros, 15, remain in custody at the Doña Ana County Detention Center, instead of being released home

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Several area organizations are offering free support services to those impacted by Friday’s mass shooting at Young Park.   The Family Assistance and Resource Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at the Las Cruces Convention Center, located at 680 E. University Ave. The

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Veterans and their caregivers will have access to a variety of resources this weekend at the Borderplex Veteran & Family Caregiver Expo. The free two-day event will be held at the Starlight Event Center, kicking off today, March 21 at 9 a.m. Organizers say more than 120 community partners will

Update: Several El Paso residents showed up to the meeting to oppose the possible rate hike. "My electricity bill is already 100 bucks a month," El Paso resident Leo Mendoza said. "I've had to go to a circular fan. I don't know how many showers I've taken in the heat, because I don't turn on

Update: Several El Paso residents showed up to the meeting to oppose the possible rate hike. "My electricity bill is already 100 bucks a month," El Paso resident Leo Mendoza said. "I've had to go to a circular fan. I don't know how many showers I've taken in the heat, because I don't turn on

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) -- The Venardos Circus, an animal-free, Broadway-style circus, is making its El Paso debut. The show will be held at the Shoppes at Solana from March 13-23, bringing a mix of traditional circus acts, live music, and theatrical performances under a red-and-white striped tent.   Producer Kevin Venardos calls this season

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) -- El Paso Locomotive FC is set to kick off its home opener Saturday night at Southwest University Park against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC.   Fans can expect an exciting matchup as Locomotive introduces new players to start the season strong. In addition to the action on the field, the team

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) -- A circus like no other has arrived in El Paso, bringing a magical, mysterious and frightening experience to the community. Paranormal Cirque, presented by Cirque Italia, is set up at The Shoppes at Solana for the weekend. The spine-chilling show features acrobats, illusionists, freaks and mysterious creatures under black-and-white big

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso is honoring Black History Month with an art exhibit inside the Student Union Building. It showcases work from local artists that highlights Black culture, identity and history.   The annual exhibit features paintings, photographs and fashion statements that reflect personal experiences and cultural

Update (10:45 PM): U.S. Magistrate Judge Miguel A. Torres of the Western District of Texas granted the government's motion to detain former CBP Officer Manuel Perez Jr. ABC-7 has a crew in the courtroom for the hearing this morning. If convicted, Perez Jr. could spend from 10 years to life in prison for the drug

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Norovirus, often referred to as the winter stomach bug or stomach flu, spreads easily through contaminated food, surfaces, and person-to-person contact.   ABC-7 spoke to Dr. Armando Meza, chief of infectious diseases at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, who explained norovirus is resistant to most of the

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — February marks Cancer Prevention Awareness Month, and local doctors are stressing the importance of early detection and prevention for two cancers that impact women: cervical and ovarian cancer.   Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, yet it continues to affect women across the country. ABC-7

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Homeowners in El Paso have until midnight on Friday, January 31, to pay their property taxes and avoid penalties and interest charges.   Starting February 1, unpaid property taxes will be subject to a 7% penalty and interest fee, which will increase monthly. By March, the penalty rises to 9%,

El Paso Animal Services reminds you to protect pets during freezing temperatures

UPDATE: El Paso County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Monday acknowledging the growing crisis of migrant deaths in the El Paso Border Patrol Sector. The resolution was brought forward by Commissioner David Stout and it aims to address the issue by improving data collection and collaboration with local and national organizations.   “Sounds like the

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As El Paso gets ready for its first freeze of the season, experts are urging residents to protect their pipes to avoid costly damage and water waste.   ABC-7 spoke to Christina Montoya, communications and marketing manager for El Paso Water, who explained that freezing temperatures can cause water inside

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) -- Former UTEP football head coach, Dana Dimel has died at the age of 62. Dimel ran the UTEP football program for six seasons from 2018 to 2023, leading the Miners to the 2021 New Mexico Bowl. “So very sad to hear of the unexpected passing of Coach Dimel last night,”

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) -- With Thanksgiving just around the corner, local homeless shelters are asking the community to step up and help make the holidays special for those in need. The Rescue Mission of El Paso and the Opportunity Center for the Homeless are preparing to serve thousands of meals, but they need donations