Tony Gutierrez

Multimedia Journalist and Photographer at KVIA-TV (El Paso, TX)

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Arizona House and Senate pass Antisemitism in Education Act

3 weeks ago | cronkitenews.azpbs.org | Tony Gutierrez |Damian Goacher

Tony Gutiérrez/Cronkite News Arizona House and Senate pass Antisemitism in Education Act. The bill heads to Gov. Hobbs’ office. (File photo by Ellen O’Brien/Cronkite News) PHOENIX — The Arizona House of Representatives passed a final version of HB 2867, the Antisemitism in Education Act, on Wednesday, the last hurdle it faced before going to the Governor’s Office for approval. If signed by Gov.
FBI, Texas Rangers investigate shots fired at federal officer, one person in custody

Jan 15, 2025 | kvia.com | Yvonne Maria Suarez |Tony Gutierrez

(UPDATE, 8:15 p.m.) - A U.S. Marshal spokesperson confirmed to ABC-7 that an operation was being conducted by the Lonestar Fugitive Task Force. They do confirm injuries were sustained by that team. The U.S. Marshal spokesperson did tell ABC-7 that one person is in custody. The scene is now considered contained, with no danger to the public. The investigation is ongoing, and is being handled by the FBI and Texas Rangers.
Open house to be held for 2052 Metropolitan Transportation Plan

Jan 15, 2025 | kvia.com | Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- An open house will be held for the public to provide feedback on the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization's (EPMPO) 2052 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). EPMPO says the public's feedback from this open house will help them as they create recommendations for traveling in El Paso through projects, programs, and policies. The open house will take place on Wednesday, January 15, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at William H. Burges High School's Black Box Theater.
Geotechnical engineer weighs in on cross-border tunnel; says it was made using low technology

Jan 14, 2025 | kvia.com | Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 spoke to Dr. John C. Lommler, principal geotechnical engineer and adjunct professor at New Mexico State University, to learn more about the construction of the cross-border tunnel discovered on January 8. Dr. Lommler told ABC-7 that a lot of hard physical work and low technology appear to have gone into the construction of this tunnel. Homeland Security Investigations says the tunnel is approximately 6 ft. wide and 4 ft.
Person injured in Northeast El Paso shooting

Jan 13, 2025 | kvia.com | Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso Police are currently at the scene of a shooting in Northeast El Paso. Officials say that dispatchers first received reports of the shooting at 12:22 PM. It happened on the 6900 block of Copper Town. Emergency crews rushed one person to the hospital. Officials have not yet released information on the severity of those injuries. Investigators remain at the scene. ABC-7 has a crew going to the shooting now.
New details in the investigation of a tunnel discovered from Juarez into El Paso

Jan 10, 2025 | kvia.com | Andrew J. Polk |Tony Gutierrez

UPDATE: Homeland Security Investigations El Paso (HSI) has revealed that they are now the ones leading the investigation to find those responsible for the construction of the tunnel. HSI says this tunnel was likely constructed within the past year, and no arrests have been made at this time. The tunnel found under the U.S.-Mexico border was discovered on January 8 and extends into the Boone Street storm drain in El Paso, according to HSI. HSI also revealed that the tunnel is approximately 4 ft.
El Pasoans share advice for driving in snow and icy weather

Jan 9, 2025 | kvia.com | Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The cold temperatures and snow flurries seen across the Borderland did not stop drivers from hitting the road as many attended work or took their children to school. ABC-7 spoke to drivers who gave us their best advice for taking on the roads when driving in snow and icy weather. Selena Rivera, an El Pasoan driving through Transmountain, told ABC-7 that it's important to slow down and make sure your tire pressure is not low.
City of El Paso to hold swearing-in ceremony for newly elected officials

Jan 6, 2025 | kvia.com | Tony Gutierrez

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The City of El Paso will hold a swearing-in ceremony on Monday, January 6, for newly elected City officials, including the mayor, City Council members, and municipal judges. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre located at 125 Pioneer Plaza. The event is open to the public, and free parking will be provided at the El Paso Convention Center garage.
Bars closing down in West El Paso

Dec 31, 2024 | kvia.com | Tony Gutierrez

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The Christmas Eve Mass for Children with Bishop Mark Seitz

Dec 24, 2024 | kvia.com | Tony Gutierrez

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