Nichole Gomez
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Child Crisis Center of El Paso is celebrating 45 years of protecting children and supporting families in crisis. This celebration honors the community, staff, and partners who have contributed to the organization’s growth. The free, family-friendly birthday celebration and open house will take place on Friday, July 18th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the Crisis Center.
Nichole Gomez
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Could one new law rewrite the rules for your wealth and retirement? President Trump’s “big beautiful bill” has now officially been signed into law—and depending on your situation, it could mean opportunity or risk. Here to help us break it all down is Brian Mirau, the founder of Mirau Capital Management.
Rosemary Montañez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local competitive cheerleading program is allowing athletes of all abilities to participate in the sport.
El Paso Threat All Star Cheer began the Cheerabilities team in 2024. The program allows athletes with disabilities to get involved in cheer!
Coaches Amanda Gonzalez and Jacob Aguirre told ABC-7 they decided to start this team after first seeing the concept in Dallas.
“Cheerleading is a sport in my eyes, so it’s something that can get the kids going and get them excited about their own life. And I just thought, El Paso really needed that,” Gonzalez said.
“The idea from there was like, ‘Okay, can we do it?’ And I was like, ‘You know what? I can do it. We can do it. We got this.’” Aguirre said.
The team has grown from just three athletes during their first season to now 10 on the roster!
Coach Gonzalez said they are excited about this new chapter of cheerleading in El Paso.
“Working with these athletes is just a lot more fulfilling because you see their passion a lot quicker than you see others.”
Both coaches said these cheerleaders are just as competitive as other teams. They also said this new program has helped improve their social skills.
“And that’s what I think has been helping a lot, too, is that they’re gaining social skills that outside in the world, where you go to the store, people are just staring at you. Not here. Here. This is, this is their home. This is their safety place,” he said.
The team has already had several performances, including at Southwest University Park.
Coach Aguirre and Gonzalez said Cheerabilities allows other people to see the best in these athletes.
“Parents that teared up because they’re their child actually getting to experience what they’ve never done before and seeing them learn new abilities. They’ve, we’ve gotten nothing but positive feedback, so I’m excited for that,” Gonzalez said.
Gonzalez explained that the coaches who work with the Cheerabilities team are both teachers, including one who is certified to work with special education.
Both coaches said they have plans to have the Cheerabilities Team compete in the future.
They accept anyone over the age of six. If you are interested in learning more, you can contact them on Instagram or call 915-317-9594.
Nichole Gomez
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department has announced “Third Thursdays” in the Downtown Arts District. This event offers extended hours and programming at various locations throughout the downtown area.
Locations with special hours and activities include:
The Market Under the Stars, 5 to 9 p.m. (Arts Festival Plaza)
Artisan market featuring local vendors, live music, food, and community organization booths
El Paso Museum of Art, open until 8 p.m.
Featuring presence from Magoffin Home
El Paso Museum of History, open until 8 p.m.
Exhibit opening: “Pasos Urbanos III”
El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center, open until 8 p.m.
Cacao Drink Tastings with Cacao Coyatoc
Ugly Drawing Club with printmaking artist Rogelio Rosiles
La Nube STEAM Discovery Center, open until 7 p.m.
Mold making workshop with Fab Lab El Paso, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
El Paso Public Library Main Branch, open until 7 p.m.
Games and treats on the foyer and patio from 7 to 9 p.m.
Destination El Paso Visitor Information Center, open until 7:30pm
Jesus A. Rodriguez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Plaza Theatre announced Jurassic Park in Concert is coming to El Paso later in the year.
The music of the 1993 film will be performed by the El Paso Symphony Orchestra.
Audiences can watch the movie while musicians perform the score written by legendary composer John Williams.
The concert is on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. Tickets go on sale July 24 at 10 a.m. at Ticketmaster.
Heriberto Perez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 30-year-old Xavier Guadalupe Hernandez died on Sunday after a confrontation with El Paso Police Department officers, a civilian, and an off-duty officer while he was found walking along the shoulder of I-10 East and Yarbrough.
ABC-7 spoke today with Hernandez’s mother, Angelica Lujan, who said she and her family feel anger and frustration after Hernandez’s death.
Lujan’s daughter found out her brother was at Del Sol Medical Center’s ICU after watching videos circulating on social media; it was then Lujan says the family went to the hospital looking for Hernandez.
“It was anger, nothing was done the way it should have been done,” said Lujan.
ABC-7 reached out to the El Paso Police Department for additional response to the incident and received the following response today:
“Unfortunately, we won’t be able to comment, because the incident on Sunday is currently under investigation.”
Nichole Gomez
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Juliet Hart Summer Enrichment Camp is an annual program for youth, held at the McCall Neighborhood.
Program Highlights
The camp offers a well-rounded curriculum focused on:
The arts
Communication skills
Cultural enrichment
Career exploration
Location
Programs are held in the Juliet Hart Educational Room at:
McCall Neighborhood Center
3231 Wyoming Ave., El Paso, TX
Olivia Vara
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –A 77-year-old woman in El Paso was nearly scammed by someone claiming to be a federal agent.The caller told Maria Guerrero she was under investigation for drug trafficking and money laundering.
He gave her a badge number, case number, and said a warrant had been issued for her arrest.Guerrero said she was told not to tell anyone and was transferred to multiple people claiming to be federal officials.
One caller claimed to be from the Federal Trade Commission and instructed her to go to Walmart to receive a new debit card. The scammers said they would meet her in the parking lot to issue her a new Social Security number.
Guerrero became suspicious and, with a friend’s help, contacted the police. Police confirmed the call was a scam and advised her not to engage further.
The FBI says these scams are known as government impersonation scams.They warn that criminals often demand money, personal information, or remote access to devices.
The FBI emphasizes that no government agency will ever request payment via gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers. Officials urge the public to hang up, verify claims independently, and avoid sharing personal data over the phone
Heriberto Perez
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department identified 30-year-old Xavier Guadalupe Hernandez as the man who was tased and killed on I-10 East at Yarbrough on Sunday.
EPPD says that at approximately 10 a.m., officers responded to reports of a person attempting to jump over a barrier along the highway.
Police say Xavier Hernandez became uncooperative and resisted officers’ commands. A taser deployment was ineffective, and an assisting off-duty officer and a witness helped restrain him due to his combative behavior, police say.
“Mr. Hernandez became unresponsive at which time Officers initiated CPR. Mr Hernandez was transported to Del Sol Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased despite efforts to revive him,” EPPD said in a statement.
“The El Paso Police Department understands that this situation is deeply upsetting to many in our community, and we are committed to ensuring a full and transparent review of the incident,” EPPD added.
The El Paso Police Department has also initiated an internal review with the Crimes Against Persons Unit and the Texas Rangers as part of the standard protocol when a death occurs in connection with a police interaction.
“We respectfully ask the public for patience as the investigative process unfolds,” EPPD said in a news release. “We are committed to transparency and accountability and will provide updates as soon as we are able to share verified facts.”
The El Paso Police Department also said they are working to provide accurate and timely information as it becomes available.
ABC-7 reached out to the law firm representing Hernandez’s case and investigation.
More updates in later newscasts.
