Meet Dr. Shark: The Orthopedic Surgeon changing lives with personalized care in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — Joint pain isn't something you have to live with and that's the message Dr. Karim A. Elsharkawy wants to share with El Pasoans. More commonly known as Dr. Shark, he's a board certified orthopedic surgeon (fellowship-trained in total knee and hip replacement) and an associate professor at...
Ft. Bliss commemorates 4th of July Salute to the Nation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Community members at Fort Bliss commemorated the Declaration of Independence Friday morning at Memorial Circle. The 1st Armored Division and Fort Bliss executed a 50-gun salute. Each fire honored one of the 50 U.S. states in the order they joined -- starting with Delaware and ending with...
ABC-7 Xtra Sunday: El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte has been on the job for six months. Sunday night on ABC-7 Xtra, I sit down with Sheriff Ugarte to discuss what he has been able to accomplish in that time, and what challenges he's facing as his first year on the job continues.
National championship pitmaster opens barbecue retail store in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Professional multi-barbecue champion and U.S. Army veteran Chris Webb has launched an “exclusive” barbecue supply store in South-Central El Paso, which he said will elevate backyard cooks in El Paso. “As what we have here at Bushmaster, I felt that the community of El Paso just was missing...
El Paso’s star to shine in U.S. flag colors, honoring independence spirit Friday night
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — The Star on the Mountain will shine red, white and blue Friday night in honor of America's birthday. According to a post on Facebook by the El Paso Chamber, the star will take on the colors of the U.S. flag to "celebrate the spirit of independence and the freedoms that shape our nation."
El Paso man shot by officers facing aggravated assault charges
A man shot by El Paso police officers during an alleged domestic violence incident was released from the hospital and booked into the county jail, authorities said. Victor Enrique Mariscal, 32, was booked into the El Paso County Jail on Wednesday, July 2, in connection with one count each of aggravated assault...
Fourth of July is busiest time for animal shelters; Tips to keep pets safe...
As El Pasoans prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, advocates for pets want to remind owners to take precautions to protect their pets. The holiday is historically the busiest time of year for animal shelters nationwide, with a surge in lost pet reports and stray animals entering shelters between July 4 and July...
Every dog has its day, but it’s not the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July can be a miserable day for dogs.
The 4th of July can be triggering for veterans with PTSD
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The 4th of July is a time to celebrate America's Declaration of Independence. Traditionally the celebration includes BBQ's, flags and fireworks but for some veterans dealing with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) this can be a triggering time. Jonathan Bohannon the Director of Military...
El Paso teen arrested in connection with Scenic Drive shooting
El Paso police arrested a teenager accused in a shooting during a fight involving teens on Scenic Drive two months ago. Maximus Angel Guevara, 17, is accused in a shooting that occurred about 4:40 a.m. on Mother's Day, May 11, when witnesses saw about two dozen juveniles being loud, causing a ruckus and fighting on...
