9 Overtime Game of the Week 8: Riverside vs. Andress
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Texas high school football enters Week 8 this Friday, bringing more defining matchups in district title races and the return of KTSM’s 9 Overtime. For Week 8’s Game of the Week, 9 Overtime heads to Allan Sepkowitz Stadium in northeast El Paso for a District 1-4A Division I battle between […]
Resources offered as El Paso sees more pet surrenders
El Paso Animal Services reported an increase in pet surrenders this fiscal year due to rising housing costs and restrictions, while offering resources like a pet pantry and low-cost veterinary services to assist struggling owners.
El Paso City Council to consider new restrictions for correctional facilities, halfway houses
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — New restrictions could soon change where correctional facilities, detention centers and halfway houses are allowed to operate in El Paso. El Paso City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing Tuesday, Oct. 13, on proposed amendments to the city’s zoning ordinance that would require additional oversight and establish distance […]
Organization plans two ‘No Kings’ protests in El Paso this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Indivisible the 915 will hold two sidewalk protests this weekend to encourage El Pasoans to vote in the Nov. 3 midterm elections. The group said participants will gather with signs and flags along two busy corridors:. Saturday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. to 2...
Loop 375 and Doniphan Drive Reopen After Old Dynamite Near Wastewater Plant Prompts Evacuations
UPDATE (1:50 a.m.): El Paso Police said all street closures on Loop 375 at Executive eastbound and westbound as well as Doniphan Drive have officially reopened. The scene has been rendered safe regarding the John T. Hickerson Wastewater Treatment Plant evacuated after old dynamite found near Cement Lake, prompting Loop 375 shutdown. UPDATE (7:50 p.m.): The post Loop 375 and Doniphan Drive Reopen After Old Dynamite Near Wastewater Plant Prompts Evacuations appeared first on KVIA .
2 more El Paso restaurants close as dining shutdowns continue
It's been a difficult month for restaurants in El Paso, as two more East Side restaurants — Buen Dia and a Hooters — announced closures. Last week, La Fête Cafe announced on its Facebook page that its last day of operation was Oct. 11. Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q , a popular Texas franchise, closed its West El Paso location at 6401 S. Desert Blvd. on Oct. 3. The closures are part of a string of restaurant shutdowns in El Paso over the past few months. Other restaurants that have closed incl
City of El Paso’s director of public health resigns
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso’s Director of the Department of Public Health, Dr. Veerinder “Vinny” Taneja, resigned from his position. According to a statement from the City, Taneja’s last day was Sept. 4. “He resigned from his position as Director of the Department of Public Health for personal and family […]
Alejandra Chávez faces three challengers for El Paso City Council District 1 seat
Incumbent city Rep. Alejandra Chávez will face two political newcomers and a former challenger in the November race to represent El Paso’s Westside and Upper Valley for the next four years. The next representative for City Council District 1 will face rising costs for public safety while labor...
ABC-7 First Alert: Quiet Start to the Week Before Strong Winds and a Cold...
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Quiet and mostly dry weather will continue across the Borderland through Wednesday, with temperatures near seasonal averages to slightly above normal. However, a potent cold front is expected to move into the region late Thursday, bringing a sharp cooldown, strong winds, and chances for rain heading into Friday.
El Paso candy shop sees ‘sweet’ success after starting on TikTok
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A University of Texas at El Paso alumni started a candy business from his home. Now, Antonio Esparza said his work paid off as the business upgraded to a warehouse in East El Paso. Esparza established Sabores de Mexico three years ago, and it all...
