Sierra Blanca Checkpoint Rollover Sends One to El Paso Hospital by Helicopter
A rollover crash near the Sierra Blanca Border Patrol checkpoint sent one person to an El Paso hospital with serious injuries Friday, after a vehicle flipped along Interstate 10 East and forced the closure of the passenger-vehicle lanes. A helicopter was called to the scene, and video circulating afterward showed a white van on its side near the checkpoint.
One person airlifted to hospital after semi-truck crash near Eastlake
UPDATE (11:52 AM) -- The El Paso Fire Department has confirmed that one person was airlifted to the hospital in serious condition after a crash on I-10 near the Americas exit. According to the El Paso Fire Department, the driver of a semi-truck had to be extricated and was then airlifted to a local hospital.
Crime of Week: Trio tries to steal vehicle from Lower Valley business
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso Police and Crime Stoppers of El Paso want your help in finding a trio of failed auto thieves who tried to steal a vehicle from the parking lot of a Lower Valley business. This is this week’s “Crime of the Week,” as publicized by Crime Stoppers of El […]
NMSU alum’s film to screen at Santa Fe International Film Festival Oct 14-19
Cover Photo Caption: Director Aldo Morales on the set of his short film “La Carne Asada.” The NMSU alumnus’ film was selected to screen at the Santa Fe International Film festival Oct. 14-19. (Photo by Julian Galvan) In southern New Mexico, hearing the words “la carne asada”...
Hueco Tanks to host annual Community Fair this month
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site will host its 32nd Annual Community Fair this month. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18. You can join the park for a fun, family-friendly weekend celebrating the natural and cultural […]
El Paso turns over third public health director since pandemic
Dr. Veerinder Taneja resigned as director of the El Paso Department of Public Health, leaving a gap once again in the city’s top health leadership. City officials confirmed Taneja’s last day was Sept. 4. Prior to Taneja’s hiring in 2024, the public health department went more than two...
ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Weekend showers return as warm temperatures continue
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Tracking continued warmer temperatures across the Borderland this weekend, but a few showers could bring changes for Saturday and Sunday. Moisture moving north from Mexico helping bring isolated to scattered showers Saturday afternoon and evening. Rain chances favoring western part of our viewing areas, although many locations looking to stay dry.
Dozens of high school marching bands compete at 33rd Annual Marchfest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Socorro Independent School District (SISD) hosted the 33rd Annual Marchfest Saturday, where 22 marching bands from across the Borderland competed against one another, showcasing their skills. Bands from Canutillo, Clint, El Paso, Fabens, San Elizario, Socorro, and Ysleta School District High schools are set...
Three-vehicle crash near Sierra Blanca checkpoint shuts I-10 passenger lane; 1 airlifted
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — A crash on Interstate 10 near the Sierra Blanca Border Patrol checkpoint sent two people to an El Paso hospital Friday. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the crash involved three vehicles an two people from one of the vehicles were taken to University Medical Center of El Paso.
El Paso Fire Department hosts 5th annual Fire Fest Oct. 17
The El Paso Fire Department is scheduled to host its fifth annual Fire Fest on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Veterans Park, featuring fire safety education, demonstrations, and various family-friendly activities.
