KVIA-TV/ABC-7

KVIA-TV/ABC-7 is the decades-long dominant television station serving the El Paso, Texas-Las Cruces, New Mexico region. We stand on a solid journalistic foundation reinforced by experienced managers committed to serving our community while training the next generation of storytellers. KVIA is owned by a 4th generation family company, News-Press & Gazette, which had its genesis in newspapers. We strive to enrich the Borderland through responsible journalism.

Current Position

Location: El Paso, Texas

Beat: Mental health in the Borderland

Position:

The Borderland was gripped by grief after the 2019 mass shooting at a Walmart that left 23 dead and 23 injured, in what prosecutors called a hate crime. Residents have been dealing with immense health, financial and emotional pressures since. Culturally, stigma and lack of education compound the problem in our majority-Hispanic population. ABC-7’s Mental Health reporter empowers residents by informing them of available resources, helping to demystify mental health issues and promote wellness.

Reporter: Avery Martinez