Karla Draksler @karladraxKTSM Twitter profile

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Karla Draksler

7 months

A true honor to get our work recognized at @txbroadcasters awards last night for our investigative work. Shout out to amazing colleagues and mentors @tornandra @AaronJMontes @Ruben2533

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

El Paso City Council voting unanimously to have banned books displayed in public libraries and available to the public. What are your thoughts?

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

11 months

This 📷was taken after the first time I’ve anchored the morning show over 2 years ago. Little did I know I’d be filling that spot now as your new morning anchor! I am so happy to take this opportunity and give our viewers a morning show they didn’t know they needed. Stay tuned!🤘

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Grinch aka me and Santa ala @MonicaKTSM are ready for the Winterfest Lighting Ceremony 🥳🥳

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Back to work from a short vacation with a fresh cut! My long hair did not agree with 100+ degree weather 😅 I will see you all on @KTSMtv at 6!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

CAREER UPDATE: From my first internship with KTSM in June 2020, to becoming a morning reporter, waking up with the most breathtaking sunrises every day, to my first time at the desk. I am happy to announce I will now be your new @KTSMtv weekend anchor and daytime reporter!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

@dog_rates @dog_feelings @Trupanion My pittie mix Tonks was adopted from @ElPasoAnimalSvc , she spent over a year in the shelter. I don’t know what I’d do without this girl💕

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

7 months

What an awesome Monday! #Eclipse2024

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

My grandpa was laid to rest today. I got to see it through my phone this early morning. It wasn’t ideal but it made me feel a little bit closer, though I know he was here with me. Thank you everyone for your condolences, it means a lot. Hold your loved ones close 🤍

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Visited my alma mater today to show the campus to my parents visiting from Croatia. It made me realize how much I miss college and how great of a time I had at @nmsu 🥹

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Had a fun night at @THECITYElPaso Best of 2022 event 🥳 Congrats to @KTSMtv amazing @NatassiaPaloma for winning the Best Anchor title!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

I waited until my shift was over to type this out. It was a hard day. I found out my grandpa passed away. Please, make that call you’ve been postponing NOW. We take the time we have with loved ones for granted. I wish I could’ve talked to him just one more time. Deda, volim te ❤️

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Vice President Kamala Harris just entering the CBP Processing Center in Northeast El Paso.

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Had the honor of interviewing Giancarlo Esposito today at the Las Cruces International Film Festival. Such an amazing and inspirational actor! Who’d say he plays the villain in the Mandalorian lol

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

So grateful for my El Paso family🩷 you make this city my home!

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@tornandra

10 months

Thank you for making this holiday season magical. Merry Christmas from my family to yours. 🎄❄️🎅🏻

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

See you on @KTSMtv at 5 p.m., I’ll be your forecaster for tonight!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Is anyone in El Paso experiencing allergies right now? 🥲

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

4 months

It’s infuriating to see so many members of our community (the same community we, journalists, are a part of) saying they don’t need local news outlets.

Bob Moore

@BobMooreNews

4 months

Nailed it.

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Motley Crue at the Sunbowl was a dream come true for me, I still can’t believe this happened 🥹 It’s true what they say, rock and roll never dies!🤟

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Can’t beat El Paso sunrises🔆 happy Monday everyone, it’s gonna be a good day!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Catch me and my Motley Crue nails tonight after the game on @KTSMtv ! We have a glimpse of the concert from last night at the Sunbowl 🤟

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Ending the week with a new cut! If you think you’re seeing Vilma from Scooby Doo on your screen tonight on @KTSMtv , your eyes are deceiving you, it’s just me. I’ll see you at 5,6 and 10 with all your local news for today!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

2023 you were not the kindest but the lessons I’ve learned are priceless. So long and good riddance. Can’t wait to ring in 2024! Here’s a pic of my dog-walking outfit to manifest the amount of freedom and nonchalance I want to have in the new year. Enjoy tonight and be safe!🤘

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Greeting 2023 in Croatia with my family in Zagreb and I couldn’t think of a better place to do it. 2022, you were one hell of a ride. 🍾🥂

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

I’m in awe with Carlsbad Caverns! Can’t believe it took me 4 years to visit. It feels like stepping into a whole different world 10/10 would recommend as a nice daytrip!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

I recently noticed I didn’t have hobbies anymore. The “hustle culture” swallowed me whole. I used to do so many things to feed my inner creative monster that’s been hungry for a while now. But I’m flipping the page. Or shall I say, picking up the “axe” after years of hiatus. 🤟

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

What an awesome suprise to wake up to on the day of @TonyTheTigerSB and find my face on @BeaverFootball ad?! Happy Sunbowl day everyone 🥳

The Beavs

@BeaverAthletics

10 months

Anyone else munching on some frosted flakes and watching season highlights in honor of tomorrow?? ... @DriveToyota | #GoBeavs

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Onto anchoring my first show in the new year! Tune into @KTSMtv at 5,6 and 10, we’ve got you covered with all the local news for the day!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

If ya’ll didn’t know I’m Croatian…🥳🇭🇷🇭🇷🇭🇷🇭🇷 thanks @tornandra for the photo! LETS GO VATRENI !!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

My first Chihuahuas game of the season! We have such an amazing ballpark it’s unreal!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Heaven on Earth! I never cease to be amazed how beautiful my country is 🇭🇷🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

Celebrating Dia de los Reyes a day early at work! I’m so excited for this new chapter and to start the morning show on Monday! 🥳 P.s. I didn’t get the baby 🙄

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Hello from the @MetLifeStadium at Giants vs. Bears game🤟

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Grateful to not have this in El Paso 😅

FOX 11 Los Angeles

@FOXLA

1 year

'Twas the traffic nightmare before Thanksgiving as commuters sat through bumper-to-bumper traffic on the 405 Freeway in LA

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

We are ready for you! Good morning Borderland! 🥳 @IanRothTV

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Getting ready for the @KTSMtv at 5! I’ll be your forecaster for today☺️ hope you’re enjoying these triple digit temperatures! I have to be honest, they are not exactly my favorite. Can’t wait for fall🍂

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Finally made it to one of my favorite places on earth - island of Rab in my home country of Croatia 🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Switched my roles from on-air to producer for today! If you watched our @KTSMtv news at 4:30 - it was me producing! I normally produce and anchor our weekend news but I never get to sit in the control room, so this was really cool. Much respect for our behind the scenes crew🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Posting late because I had a busy day. Happy International Women’s Day ❤️

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Juarez Feria wishlist: 🎡Ride the Ferris Wheel ✔️ 🌮Eat Tacos✔️ ❌Touch The X✔️ First time at the Juarez Feria was a blast! Stay tuned this weekend for a story on @KTSMtv !

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Socorro High helmet of the late Dallas PD officer Jacob Arellano who died after a car accident yesterday morning. He also played football for @NMStateFootball . I talked to his brother, he shared how much his brother Jake meant to him and his community. Watch the story on @KTSMtv

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Today is hard for El Paso. Keep your loved ones close and care for your mental health. If you need to turn off the news, turn them off. If turning on the news makes you feel better, do that. If you need professional help don't hesitate to call : 915-779-1800

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Join us on @KTSMtv this Christmas Eve, we have your local news of the day and weather ☺️

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

9 months

*cue Karma Chameleon* 🦎

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

4 years

We are ready to welcome the vaccine at UMC! Today the sun shines a little brighter in El Paso ☀️

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

4 years

Good morning El Paso! It’s National Distracted Driving Awareness month, let’s get off those phones and drive safe ☺️

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Double duty this evening, I’ll be your anchor and forecaster! See you at 9 @KTSMtv !

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

11 months

Next to @skylartv_ I am a giant. Now I know what @ColinDeaverTV feels like

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

I know this is a traumatic experience for ALL El Pasoans, but please read CONFIRMED and ACCURATE information in situations like these. We will update you as soon as we know more. @KTSMtv crew is on the way to the scene.

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

My first live newscast in the field is in the books ✔️ Props to our entire @KTSMtv team for working so hard to provide our viewers with useful and accurate information about the situation at the border. #Title42

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Good morning El Paso! Looking beautiful as always🔆

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

@MonicaKTSM and I, along with our @KTSMtv team are out in Clint today for our Small Town Spotlight! We’ll see you at 5 and 6! 😎

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Happy Easter to all who celebrate from our Municipal Rose Garden🌺🌸🌼

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

5 months

We were visited by @eplocomotivefc this morning and got brand new baseball jerseys to celebrate the next home game this Saturday! You can get one of these awesome jerseys for free at the game against Phoenix Rising FC! First 1500 fans who enter will be the lucky winners 🥳

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Our intern Hannah and I are trying to stay cool today at the Chapoteo Water Park! I wish I could just jump in. If my boss is reading this, our live truck broke down and we won’t be able to make it for the shows 😜

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Ciao from Trieste, Italy!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Zagreb. My hometown. Had a traditional lunch, walked the streets of downtown and had a cookout with my favorite people. It’s so comforting to come home and see my friends I’ve known since childhood and hang out the way we used to, like nothing has changed. 😌

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Cooking for my friends brings me such joy! And kitchen is the best bonding place 10/10

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

I’m so excited that it’s snowing! But be careful out there, low visibility on Transmountain with slippery roads that could potentially ice!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

I always get a bit sad around Christmad because I miss my family. This year I’m so grateful to have found my family here in El Paso who made this holiday anything but lonely. Thank you and Merry Christmas to all🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

7 months

Enjoying our new hand made rug on the set a little too much 😂 To brag a bit, @IanRothTV and I made it at a rug tufting class we featured on our latest episode of There’s Nothing to do in El Paso! Stay tuned for the full story 🥳

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

It’s not a coincidence that this year my birthday falls on Mother’s Day. Without the love and care of my mom I wouldn’t be the person I am today. I only wish to have a heart as big as hers❤️🌸

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

My brother picking up his 4th grade transcript in the same school and same classroom I used to be in 🥹 School hasn’t been easy for him, but he made it through and I’m the proudest sister in the world 🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

I was on weather duty today and I just had to mention @NWSElPaso funny tweet about what the weather is going to be like in El Paso for a while 🤪 And if you're wondering - yes, I was going for a Joker outfit!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Don’t have any gear at work, but I always keep my NMSU magnet at my desk to show pride! Congrats #Aggies for this historic win from one proud alumna! #MarchMadness

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

This is a MISLEADING headline without any confirmations. We’ve been traumatized enough. Police say there is NO CONFIRMED incident at Bel Air High School. Sometimes putting out information first is not the most important thing. This is just wrong.

KVIA ABC-7 News

@KVIAABC7News

2 years

BREAKKING NEWS: Police: Reports of subject with a gun at Bel Air High School - KVIA

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Me at my dad’s graduation and my dad at mine 🥹Most caring, loving, supporting, funny guy that I get to call my dad! I get my desire for adventure and clumsiness from him 🤪 I love you tatko 🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

It was a wild ride, but I did it! Thank you @nmsu for being my home, to all the professors that I learned so much from. To all my amazing colleagues that now become life-long friends, I am so proud of you. Most of all, thank you to my amazing parents. Now, off to new adventures!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Catch me doing weather this morning on @KTSMtv and say goodbye to my favorite morning crew @BrendaMedinaTV @TrevorKTSM @RoxyVanRuitenTv @paulinaaspencer as I take on the role of daytime reporter and weekend anchor

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

We did it! Winterfest 2023 is officially on🥳

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

I’m live by the border wall on @KTSMtv at 6:30 talking about campus safety measures for schools near the border. Tune in!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

9 months

Had Fish the Clown in studio today! They are exhibiting one of their costumes at a gallery in Paris, France in March! Way to represent local arts across the pond 🥳

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Said a tearful goodbye to my Zagreb with absolute staple dish of the Balkans - ćevapčići. Walked around the old town by myself and felt the most gratitude for having such amazing friends and family. Love ya’ll. Until next time. El Paso here I come!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

It’s the “cold moon”! Last full moon in this year!

Robert Nashwick

@robnashman

10 months

Moon over El Paso 🌕

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 months

Just checking in from my lovely home country Croatia 😎 recharging was much needed. My apologies to @IanRothTV and @JasmineKTSM for leaving you, pls don’t hate me for the pics 🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

My grandpa would have been 80 years old today. My uncle sent me this photo I didn’t even know existed. Grandpa reading to me before bed when I stayed at my grandparent’s house in the summer. It’s still surreal to think he’s not here anymore. Happy heavenly birthday, we miss you❤️

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

I never thought I’d grow to love the desert so much. On the first glance it seems as if nothing could possibly live there, but there is so much life and so much sunshine. All I need when the days seem incredibly rainy, get lost in the sand and lose some of those heavy clouds🌤

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Not going to sail across the Milky Way, but I’m travelling pretty far, across the ocean. It’s been over 2 years since I’ve been to my home country of Croatia and I missed it dearly. Along with my friends and family. More pics to come!🇭🇷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

7 months

So grateful to be a part of this akazing team! Go to @KTSMtv website if you haven’t watched our special report.

andra litton

@tornandra

7 months

Honored to be a part of the @KTSMtv team that worked on Dying For Answers. Tonight we were awarded the @txbroadcasters award for Investigative Report. @AaronJMontes @Ruben2533 @karladraxKTSM

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Somewhere down the line I misunderstood the assignment of dressing like your traditional newscaster. Bring in all the patterns on this Wednesday morning!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Transmountain right now! @KTSMtv

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Another @KTSMtv Small Town Spotlight in the books! We were in Clint this week at Ramirez Pecan Farm. If you’re looking for a getaway, you might wanna head out there, grab yourself some pecan ice cream, have coffee at a local spot Coffee Waffle and visit San Lorenzo church!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

LOOK AT THE MOON 🤩

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

4 years

First time behind the anchor’s desk today! Catch us @CelinaRenaeTV @achacontv on @KTSMtv at 12:00!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

4 years

Sun Metro bus crashed into house off Anise Drive in East El Paso. Dispatch says one person was transported to hospital with minor injuries.

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! So honored to be a part of the Sun Bowl Parade broadcast this year!

Andy Morgan

@AndyMorganTV

1 year

🦃Happy Thanksgiving🍁 Thank you for tuning in to the 87th Annual Sun Bowl Parade LIVE on #KTSM9News 📺, your home for the holidays🎄🎅❄️

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Happy St. Patrick’s!🌈🍀

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

It was cereal day at @KTSMtv today and lets just say Robert and I were cerealsly excited. (I’m so sorry about this joke, I know it was corny hehe)

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

After a long day out in the cold, I want to thank Abuelita for always being there for me 💖

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

1 year

This place is hard to leave. Now back to my hometown of Zagreb ⛴️🚘

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

11 months

Grief is the strangest process I’ve ever had to deal with. My little cousin just sent me this photo of me and my grandpa and it teared me up. I was lucky to have called him my deda in this lifetime. Hope you all have a wonderful Sunday, and don’t forget to call your loved ones🩷

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

The daily grind of @KTSMtv . Just posting this to say how much I love my job and am so incredibly honored to inform the Borderland community day in and day out!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

There’s a new BBQ place in town! And it’s not only here to serve you some brisket and ribs, but it’s a part of Rescue Mission that helps the homeless and people struggling with addiction by providing them shelter and occupational therapy. It opens up tomorrow at 130 N Cotton

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

10 months

Lots of people are going to start their NYE celebrations early tonight. Have fun El Paso but PLEASE don’t drink and drive!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

9 months

Jas and I matched so well today😎

Jasmine Perry

@JasmineKTSM

9 months

When it’s Wednesday you’re required to wear PINK 💖 Great minds think alike @karladraxKTSM @KTSMtv 📺✨

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

It’s me, the Weather Elf! Check out your holiday weekend forecast on @KTSMtv 🎄

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Watch Election Night 2022 coverage on @KTSMtv ! I will be covering the Dona Ana County Sheriff race between incumbent Kim Stewart and Republican challenger Byron Hollister.

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

Last live with my photog @andymania1911 . I’m sad we won’t be working together anymore but I’m so happy that he’s off to new adventures! I’m so proud of you dude, hard work pays off!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

2 years

Catch me on @KTSMtv at 5,6 and 10 tonight!

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Karla Draksler

@karladraxKTSM

3 years

I will see you today on @KTSMtv at 6 and 10 p.m.!

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