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Gabrielle Lopez

UPDATE (Sept. 22, 2026): CRRUA said it restored water service to the Racetrack Drive/Haciendas San Gabriel area around 3 p.m. Tuesday.

The utility issued a precautionary water boil advisory. Residents should boil water for one minute and let it cool before using it.

As a next step, CRRUA said it’ll send water samples to a laboratory certified by the New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED) to conduct quality testing. The precautionary advisory will lift once lab results confirm the drinking water meets standards.

Residents can find updates here.

SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — Tuesday, the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) said it’s working to restore service near Western Playland.

At 12:25 a.m., CRRUA shared a Facebook post with a map of an area that lost water service. The utility said it found the source of the issues.

A map of the area that lost water service.(Courtesy: CRRUA)

At 5:46 a.m., CRRUA said it’s “making positive progress” on the outage. There’s no estimated restoration time.

The utility said that once it restores service, water pressure may stay low for a short time. Some customers may see water discoloration caused by minerals in the system. CRRUA recommended waiting until the water runs clear before using it for laundry.

If discoloration continues for more than 24 hours, customers should run cold water for several minutes until it clears, CRRUA said. Those who keep seeing discoloration should contact CRRUA at 575-589-1075 or the after-hours emergency line at 575-202-7173.

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Hillary Floren

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — He’s an energetic, fun voice on the radio on any given weekday for those listening to 93.1 KISS FM. Fernando Montejano, or “Grizz,” knows his music, and he knows how to entertain. Turns out, he also knows how to mask pain.

“There were so many moments in my life i was ready to throw in the towel,” Grizz said. “I didn’t understand it because I was still in that moment that i didn’t want to look past it. I couldn’t.”

Grizz, the man behind the smile and that cheerful voice, has been through a lot. Thursday on ABC-7 at 6, he opens up about his struggles.

He’s gone through depression, loss, substance abuse, multiple suicide attemps, abuse and loneliness.

Grizz is hoping his story will help others realize they can heal, or at least give them hope.

Tune in Thursday for ABC-7 at 6.

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Gabrielle Lopez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Every September, emergency first responders, families and members of the fire service from the U.S. and Canada gather to honor members who died in the line of duty. Saturday, the El Paso Fire Department paid tribute to two local firefighters in this year’s memorial.

The International Association of Fire Fighters hosted the 40th annual observance in Colorado Springs. It honored 288 fallen IAFF members, including two from El Paso: Angel Bustamante Jr. and Paul McGill.

EPFD Chief Jonathan Killings, the EPFD Honor Guard and Pipes & Drums traveled to Colorado to pay tribute to names on the Wall of Honor.

El Paso City Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha and IAFF Local 51 also joined EPFD.

EPFD shared the following about this year’s memorial.

“The memorial serves as a reminder that the loss of a firefighter extends beyond the individual and is felt by families, departments and communities. For the fire service, gathering at the memorial provides an opportunity to remember those who came before, honor their sacrifice and ensure their names and legacies continue to be remembered for generations to come.”

You can view the 2026 Fallen Fire Fighter Wall of Honor Recipients list here. The Wall of Honor holds more than 10,000 IAF members since 1918.

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Gabrielle Lopez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Travelers at the El Paso International Airport can catch a glimpse into the Borderland through the lens of local photographers. Monday, the airport revealed its latest rotation of its annual Photography Enthusiasts of El Paso (PEEP) exhibit.

This year’s PEEP exhibit features 37 pictures by local photographers. Selected works focus on nature, people, color and the world around us.

The City of El Paso said the exhibit offers visitors a “unique look at our community through the eyes of local artists.”

“Thousands and thousands of people will come by and see this great local artwork and hopefully they’ll get a better appreciation of the El Paso area by seeing all these great photographs,” said Tim Holt, president of PEEP.

Until Feb. 28, 2027, airport visitors can find the PEEP exhibit at the rental car center lobby.

Holt said this year marks the 4th PEEP exhibit at the airport.

“Our very first peep show was back in 1995, and we had it way back at a deli on the West Side, where we only had 12 photos up. We’ve really grown,” Holt said.

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Gabrielle Lopez

DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) — Monday, Oracle said it established a $1 million fund to support the Gadsden Independent School District. The company said the fund will support educators, schools and district leaders.

“Every school and every classroom has unique opportunities and challenges,” said GISD Superintendent Nubia Tarazona. “This fund gives our educators and school leaders the flexibility to invest in the ideas, programs, training, and resources that will have the greatest positive impact for our students. 

Oracle said the fund is part of its investment in Dona Ana County and Southern New Mexico. Oracle is developing a data center, Project Jupiter, in the Santa Teresa area.

Education creates opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom,” said Colleen Cassity, global head of Social Impact at Oracle. “When we invest in educators and students, we’re investing in the future of a community and of humanity.”

The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico will administer the funds, Oracle said.

Oracle said the fund will help schools apply for grants that support professional development, teacher stipends, school programs and other needs GISD lists.

GISD will receive the awards throughout the year, Oracle said.

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Carpio Griego

UPDATE (Sept. 22, 2026): El Paso Water said it extended its sandbag pickup hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Saturday, Sept. 26.

Additionally, El Paso County said it’s providing up to five sandbags per household for Fabens, Canutillo and Montana Vista. The county-distributed sandbags are available 24 hours a day.

How to use sandbags to prevent flooding

El Paso Water said it takes seven steps to prepare your home for heavy rain:

Extend a tarp horizontally in front of your door Use tape to hold the tarp in place against your door Place sandbags horizontally along the tarp and against the entryway Fold the tarp over the final sandbag to hold it in place Fold the long flap of the tarp over the sandbags to get a tight fit Put a second layer of sandbags over the tarp Fold the flap over the final sandbag again El Paso Water sandbags (10 per visit)

Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Saturday, Sept. 26.

4801 Fred Wilson Ave. in Northeast El Paso

7830 Paseo Del Norte in West El Paso

9292 Escobar Dr. in Mission Valley

El Paso County sandbags (five per household)

Hours: 24-hours a day

1131 N Fabens St.

191 Canutillo Ave.

14698 Van Ln.

To report flooding in rural areas, you can call 915-273-3330.

Las Cruces sandbags (5 per vehicle)

The City of Las Cruces did not provide hours.

Fire Station 1, 201 E. Picacho Ave.

Las Cruces Public Works, 1501 E. Hadley Ave.

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Starting Tuesday, heavy rains could bring flooding to the Borderland, according to the ABC-7 StormTrack Weather team. A flood watch has been issued for Tuesday into Wednesday.

ABC-7 Chief Meteorologist Doppler Dave Speelman said an additional 1-3 inches of rain could fall. He said heavy rain will be the main concern, with gusty winds and possible hail. The storms could also cause some power outages.

ABC-7 issues First Alerts to help you stay prepared ahead of severe weather changes. One way you can prepare for potential flooding is by acquiring sandbags.

El Paso Water encourages residents to have sandbags on hand before heavy rain begins. El Paso Water gives up to 10 free sandbags per visit to its residential customers. You will need to take a Texas ID or El Paso Water bill to receive a sandbag.

Where to get free sandbags

El Paso Water has several distribution centers for sandbags.

4801 Fred Wilson Ave. in Northeast El Paso. Open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Open from 2-8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

7830 Paseo Del Norte in West El Paso. Open Monday-Sunday from 2-8 p.m.

9292 Escobar Dr. in Mission Valley. Open Monday-Sunday from 2-8 p.m.

How to use sandbags to prevent flooding

El Paso Water said it takes seven steps to prepare your home for heavy rain:

Extend a tarp horizontally in front of your door Use tape to hold the tarp in place against your door Place sandbags horizontally along the tarp and against the entryway Fold the tarp over the final sandbag to hold it in place Fold the long flap of the tarp over the sandbags to get a tight fit Put a second layer of sandbags over the tarp Fold the flap over the final sandbag again Click here to follow the original article.

Gabrielle Lopez

HORIZON CITY, Texas (KVIA) — Two people were arrested after deputies conducted a fraud investigation, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office said Monday.

Deputies received a report about two vehicles financed through Ibarra Financial Services. The company told EPSCO it couldn’t recover the vehicles.

Investigators said 35-year-old Luis Fernando Jaquez and 34-year-old Briana Christine Cardenas separately financed vehicles through Ibarra Financial Services.

Briana Cardenas (left) and Luis Jaquez (right).(Courtesy: EPCSO)

EPCSO said tracking devices in the vehicles had been removed and both were taken into Mexico. Deputies obtained arrest warrants for Jaquez and Cardenas.

On Sept. 18 at 8:27 p.m., deputies found the two at a home on Paseo de Loma Court in Horizon City. They took the two into custody.

Photos of Cardenas and Jaquez’ arrests.(Courtesy: EPCSO)

Authorities charged Jaquez with hindering secured creditors ($30,000 or more but less than $150,000). His bond totaled $15,000.

Cardenas received a hindering secured creditors charge ($2,500 or more but less than $30,000). Her bond totaled $10,000.

EPCSO said it booked both into the El Paso County Jail Detention Facility.

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Gabrielle Lopez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s first “cafecito crawl” aims to bring 10 Downtown El Paso coffee shops into the spotlight. A coffee crawl encourages customers to explore coffee and pastries at their own pace.

The Cafecito Crawl will start Saturday, Oct. 17 at 9 a.m. to noon, according to Downtown El Paso. Those who wish to participate can buy a ticket for $20 using this link.

Participants have to make their first stop at Aloft Downtown (303 Texas Ave.). There, they can pick up their crawl guide, souvenir mug and punch card.

After check-in, participants can go to any participating cafe starting at 9 a.m. There’s no set route, so participants can go in any order they want.

At each stop, baristas will offer a sample. Eight stops include a 4 oz coffee sample and two offer two pastry samples.

If a participant visits all 10 locations, they can leave their punch card at their last stop for a chance to win a grand prize.

Downtown El Paso said these are the cafes participating in the crawl:

Brand my Cookie Breakroom Coffee Cafe Rosé Casita Azul Café Coffee Box District Coffee Dulce at Hotel Paso Del Norte Proof & Press (Downtown location) The House Coffee Shop The Reagan

The map below shows the cafe’s locations.

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Gabrielle Lopez

ANTHONY, N.M. (KVIA) — One person was airlifted to a hospital with serious injuries after a crash on the Anthony Gap Sunday.

Doña Ana County Public Safety said it happened around 8:30 p.m. on Highway 404. A semi and an SUV crashed.

The crash involved three other people, officials said. They refused medical care and transport.

Doña Ana County Public Safety posted these photos of the crash.

(Courtesy: Doña Ana County Public Safety) (Courtesy: Doña Ana County Public Safety)

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Gabrielle Lopez

UPDATE (3:15 p.m.): The El Paso Police Department said the chase is connected to a deadly shooting that happened in East El Paso Monday.

The shooting happened around 6:20 a.m. at the 1700 block of Charlie Smith Drive, EPPD said. Officers found a 32-year-old man that had been shot and died.

A witness told police someone left the scene in a pickup truck, EPPD said. An officer saw the suspect truck in Central El Paso, prompting a chase.

EPPD said the chase ended in the area of Maravillas Street and Desierto Bueno Avenue in Horizon City. Authorities detained a 40-year-old man after stopping the truck.

Find the story about the shooting here.

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Horizon City police said a chase started in El Paso and ended in Horizon Monday.

HPD said police went to the area of Maravillas Street and Desierto Bueno Avenue near Ricardo Estrada Middle School.

Police urged drivers to avoid the area to let authorities respond to the situation.

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