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• APD investigates early morning shooting of two men

  29-05-2016 23:58
  
  Two men were taken to a hospital with severe gunshot wounds Sunday morning, Albuquerque police said.
  
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• Cave art trove found in Spain 1,000 feet underground

  29-05-2016 23:55 via krqe.com
  
  MADRID (AP) — Spanish archaeologists say they have discovered an exceptional set of Paleolithic-era cave drawings that could rank among the best in a country that already boasts some of the world’s most important cave art.
  Chief site archaeologist Diego Garate said Friday that an estimated 70 drawings were found on ledges 1,000 feet (300 meters) underground in the Atxurra cave in the northern Basque region. He described the site as being in “the Champions’ League” o
  
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• Study: Brain scans reveal hidden consciousness in patients

  29-05-2016 23:24 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A standard brain scanning technique is showing promise for helping doctors distinguish between patients in a vegetative state and those with hidden signs of consciousness.
  A study released Thursday is the latest to investigate using technology to help meet the challenge of making that distinction, which now is generally based on a doctor’s bedside exam.
  Patients in a vegetative state have open eyes and show periods of sleep and wakefulness, but they are unaware of the
  
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• Man shot by police officer dies

  29-05-2016 23:20
  
  A man shot by police during a domestic disturbance call in Albuquerque Saturday night has died, authorities said.
  
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• Interstate 40 shut down at Wyoming due to suicide attempt

  29-05-2016 23:05
  
  Westbound Interstate 40  is shut down at Wyoming due to a suicidal person on the overpass.
  
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• Remember these? Pinto, Tylenol and other infamous recalls

  29-05-2016 22:56 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Recalls related to Takata air bags, which have already led to the largest auto recall in U.S. history, keep growing. Takata joins a list of notorious product recalls, some of which were handled better than others by the corporations involved.
  Here’s a look at some other headline-grabbing recalls:
  FORD PINTO Ford recalled more than 1.5 million Pintos in 1978 due to the faulty position of fuel tanks. In some cases, the fuel tank burst into flames after a rear-end collis
  
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• I-40 at Wyoming shut down due to suicidal subject

  29-05-2016 22:47 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE)– Part of Interstate 40 is currently shut down due to a suicidal subject.
  Both east and westbound I-40 at Wyoming have been shut downas well as north and southbound Wyoming.
  Drivers can expect heavy delays and should avoid that area if possible.
  KRQE will provide details as they become available.
  Filed under: Albuquerque - Metro, Home, News
  
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• I-40 at Wyoming reopens, suicidal man arrested

  29-05-2016 22:47 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Part of Interstate 40 was shut down for hours due to a suicidal subject.
  Both east and westbound I-40 at Wyoming were closed as well as north and southbound Wyoming around 2 p.m. Sunday.
  APD said the man was taken into custody around 6 p.m.
  The freeway shutdown had to be moved back from Wyoming to Juan Tabo because drivers were encouraging the man to jump, according to APD.
  Police said this is the same man who threatened to jump off a bridge onto t
  
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• I-40 closed at Wyoming for police activity

  29-05-2016 22:41
  
  Police activity at Wyoming and Interstate 40 has forced the closure of both roadways Sunday afternoon, according to a spokesman. Officer Simon Drobik said around 2:30 p.m. that the interstate is closed in both directions at Wyoming. North and southbound Wyoming has also shut down. -This is a developing story. Information will be added as […]
  
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• Online dance craze sweeps police departments across US

  29-05-2016 21:33 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — In an online sensation, police officers across the U.S. are dancing an updated version of the running man to a catchy 1990s hip hop song in videos that have included professional sports mascots, cheerleading squads and at least one explosion.
  Watch: Santa Fe Police Department at Capital High School ‘Running Man Challenge’ »
  The videos, set to “My Boo” by Ghost Town DJ’s, began in early May after police in New Zealand issued the Ru
  
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• McDonald’s CEO says company is making changes customers want

  29-05-2016 20:46 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — McDonald’s, under intense pressure in a competitive industry, sought to reassure its shareholders Thursday that it is making changes to its food and service that customers want.
  CEO Steve Easterbrook recounted adjustments he’s overseen since taking the job early last year, such as improving order accuracy, toasting buns longer to improve the taste of burgers and the launch of an all-day breakfast menu in the U.S. He also said the company is working on more conve
  
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• Libertarians pick ex-New Mexico Gov. Johnson for president

  29-05-2016 19:33 via krqe.com
  
  ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Libertarian Party has nominated former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson as its presidential candidate just as it did in 2012.
  Delegates to the party’s convention in Orlando on Sunday picked Johnson on the second ballot over Austin Petersen, the founder of The Libertarian Republic magazine, and anti-computer virus company founder John McAfee.
  Johnson got about 1 percent of the popular vote in 2012.
  But the party is hoping for a strong showing in November because o
  
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• FDA approves first drug-oozing implant to control addiction

  29-05-2016 19:30 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health officials on Thursday approved an innovative new option for Americans struggling with addiction to heroin and painkillers: a drug-oozing implant that curbs craving and withdrawal symptoms for six months at a time.
  The first-of-a-kind device, Probuphine, arrives as communities across the U.S. grapple with a wave of addiction tied to opioids, highly-addictive drugs that include legal pain medications like OxyContin and illegal narcotics like heroin. Roughly 2
  
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• Oldest living IndyCar driver reflects on years behind the wheel

  29-05-2016 18:54 via krqe.com
  
  SPEEDWAY, Ind. (WISH) — The oldest living Indy 500 driver, at age 93, calls the current cars go-karts and says he misses the big post-race parties.
  Chuck Weyant, an Ohio native who lives in Springfield, Illinois, grew up in a racing family and had the itch. “It’s something I dreamed about since I was a kid,” he said.
  His midget career paid off, winning dozens of feature events, but the call to drive at Indianapolis was so strong, he got a deal in 1954.
  “[I] always h
  
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• 2 men shot in downtown Albuquerque

  29-05-2016 18:32
  
  Two men are injured in a shooting in downtown Albuquerque.
  
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• Police find suspect hiding in laundry dryer

  29-05-2016 18:30
  
  Albuquerque police arrested two people Saturday after they eluded authorities during an attempted traffic stop.
  
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• Solar-powered airplane lands in Pennsylvania

  29-05-2016 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — A solar-powered airplane has landed in Pennsylvania, about 17 hours after it took off from the Ohio hometown of America aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright.
  The Swiss-made Solar Impulse 2 landed at Lehigh Valley International Airport in Allentown around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, the latest stop of its journey around the world. The plane took off from Dayton International Airport just after 4 a.m.
  The aircraft traveled from Tulsa International Airport to Dayton last w
  
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• Child critically injured in hit-and-run, police say

  29-05-2016 18:05
  
  A child crossing Central late Saturday was struck and critically injured by a vehicle that fled the scene, according to police. Officer Daren DeAguero said the “small child” was crossing Central near Rio Grande with a woman when a vehicle hit the child, whose gender, age and identity have not been released. The child was […]
  
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• APD: 2 severely injured in Downtown Albuquerque shooting

  29-05-2016 17:38
  
  An early morning shooting in Downtown Albuquerque left two men severely injured, according to police Officer Fred Duran said detectives are interviewing a person of interest, but no arrests have been made. Albuquerque police were dispatched to 3rd and Gold at around 2 a.m. Sunday, where they found two men with gunshot wounds, Duran said. […]
  
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• 2016 Memorial Day Events, Closures

  29-05-2016 17:29 via krqe.com
  
  There are a number of events to attend to honor our fallen soldiers for Memorial Day happening around New Mexico. Here is a list of events and closures around the state.
  Memorial Day Weekend Events
  Albuquerque
  Memorial Day at the New Mexico Veterans Memorial
  Old Town Memorial Day Celebration
  Rio Rancho
  Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  Santa Fe
  Santa Fe National Cemetery Memorial Day Program
  Red River
  Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally
  Memorial Day Closures
  Albuquerque Closures
  No NM Rail Runner Exp
  
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• Duke City Gladiators will not make the postseason

  29-05-2016 16:48 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Duke City Gladiators attempt to make the postseason fell short Saturday in a 69-46 loss to the Amarillo Venom.
  The game marked the return of Kasey Peters to the Gladiators lineup. Peters looked sharp and was 21 of 28 with 302 yards and seven touchdowns.
  He also threw a pair of interceptions in the loss. Gladiators receiver Dello Davis was Peters’ favorite target. Davis had eight catches for 147 yards and six touchdowns.
  The Gladiators will wrap up the s
  
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• Police investigate shooting in southwest Albuquerque

  29-05-2016 16:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Police are currently investigating a shooting that happened at 3rd and Gold early Sunday morning.
  Officers say when they arrived on scene they found two male subjects who had suffered gun shot wounds. Both males were transported to a local hospital with severe injuries.
  Detectives are interviewing a person of interest, however no arrests have been made.
  The investigation is ongoing.
  No further information is available at this time.
  KRQE News 13 will provide
  
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• 1 critically hurt in officer-involved shooting

  29-05-2016 16:26
  
  An investigation is underway after an officer-involved shooting in Albuquerque.
  
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• Santa Fe police search for suspects in armed robbery

  29-05-2016 15:56 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Police Department is currently investigating an armed robbery at the Motel 6 on Cerrillos Road.
  Police say they responded to a call around 6:27 p.m. on Saturday of two men carrying a firearm attempting to force their way into one of the occupied motel rooms. The two men grabbed items within the room and fled on foot. A woman who was waiting for them in a getaway vehicle exited the car and also fled on foot.
  Police say they have identified one
  
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• Rio Rancho police find 9-year-old boy that was missing

  29-05-2016 15:30 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rio Rancho Police Department has located a 9-year-old boy who went missing Saturday afternoon.
  Rio Rancho Police issued a release that stated a preliminary investigation shows Daniel Trujillo stayed the night with a friend. They said that he is in good health and will continue with the investigation to see if charges are necessary.
  Police had said Trujillo left his home near Southern and Unser at approximately 12 p.m. on Saturday and never returned.
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• Updated: Man shot Saturday night by Albuquerque police dies

  29-05-2016 09:07
  
  The man shot by Albuquerque officers late Saturday night died hours later at a local hospital, according to police. Dennis Humphrey, 58, reportedly pointed a “high powered weapon” at police, before at least one officer opened fire, according to Officer Simon Drobik. Drobik said police responded to a home on the 3900 block of Goodrich […]
  
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• Police shoot, critically injure man after domestic violence call

  29-05-2016 09:07
  
  Albuquerque police shot and critically wounded a man after responding to a domestic violence call late Saturday night, according to authorities. Officer Fred Duran said police were called to the 3900 block of Goodrich, near Carlisle and Montgomery, and “were presented with a threat.” The man was shot and was taken to a local hospital, […]
  
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• Breaking: Police shoot, critically injure man after domestic violence call

  29-05-2016 09:07
  
  Albuquerque police shot and critically wounded a man after responding to a domestic violence call late Saturday night, according to authorities. Officer Fred Duran said police were called to the 3900 block of Goodrich, near Carlisle and Montgomery, and “were presented with a threat.” The man was shot and was taken to a local hospital, […]
  
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• Trump’s tactic of fostering rivalries questioned

  29-05-2016 08:05
  
  WASHINGTON–When Donald Trump acquired a pair of Atlantic City casinos in the mid-1980s, he ...
  
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• Texas flooding death toll rises to 4 with discovery of 2 more bodies

  29-05-2016 08:05
  
  HOUSTON–The bodies of two missing motorists were found Saturday in Texas, raising the deat ...
  
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• San Juan Country Club’s Jeff Roth in hunt at Senior PGA

  29-05-2016 08:05
  
  journal staff and wireBENTON HARBOR, Mich.–Farmington's Jeff Roth had an eve ...
  
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• Mother faces triple tragedy

  29-05-2016 08:05
  
  One son dead, another accused in killing, and her home burns
  
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• Dragging-death victim a protective father

  29-05-2016 08:05
  
  Richard Sisneros had been sitting on his apartment balcony the afternoon of May 20, waiting for his...
  
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• APD investigating officer involved shooting that left one dead

  29-05-2016 08:01 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE)– Police are currently investigating an officer involved shooting that left one dead in northeast Albuquerque.
  The shooting happened near Goodrich and Morningside Saturday night.
  APD said that they were dispatched to the location at about 9:30 p.m. in reference to an intoxicated person with a gun. Officers arrived and established contact with Dennis Humphrey (12/1957) who was armed with an unidentified high-powered gun and making threats against officers.
  SWAT was c
  
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• APD investigating officer involved shooting in northeast Albuquerque

  29-05-2016 08:01 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE)– Police are currently investigating an officer involved shooting in northeast Albuquerque.
  The shooting happened near Goodrich and Morningside Saturday night.
  Police say officers were responding to domestic violence call when they were presented with a threat.
  A male subject was shot and transported to a local hospital in critical condition.
  APD says no officers were injured during the incident.
  Details are limited due to the ongoing investigation.
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• ‘Topes Today: Sunday, May 29

  29-05-2016 07:07
  
  At Iowa 12:08 p.m.   Radio: 610 AM Probable starters: Isotopes RHP Shane Carle 3-4, 6.00) vs. Cubs LHP Rob Zastryzny (1-0, 2.57) Saturday: The host Cubs came back from a three-run deficit to win 4-3 in 11 innings. The Isotopes’ runs all came in the first inning. Ben Paulsen brought Brandon Barnes home with […]
  
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• Police: Child struck in hit-and-run in Albuquerque

  29-05-2016 07:07
  
  Albuquerque police are investigating after a child was struck in a hit-and-run crash Saturday night.
  
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• Purse snatching leads to bullets flying in Albuquerque neighborhood

  29-05-2016 07:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Police say a man wrestled an employee’s purse away from her in a Taco Bell parking lot around noon Saturday. The suspect then ran across the street and right into the path of two men who were determined to stop his getaway.
  The incident happened at the Taco Bell near Eubank and Copper. APD says 20-year-old Christopher Martinez threw the victim to the ground and stole her purse. Isaac Russ was across the street at work.
  Russ said, “I saw people running
  
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• Toddler injured after hit-and-run

  29-05-2016 06:58 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A toddler was rushed to UNMH after a hit-and-run crash near Old Town.
  According to police, the crash happened on Central, west of Rio Grande. APD’s early investigation indicates that a grandmother and a 4-year-old boy child were crossing the street, outside of a crosswalk, when the child was hit by a car.
  Investigators late Saturday night were searching for a tan Toyota Corolla or Toyota Camry. They had no license plate information on the suspect vehic
  
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• Toddler in critical condition after hit-and-run

  29-05-2016 06:58 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A toddler was rushed to UNMH in condition condition after a hit-and-run crash near Old Town.
  According to police, the crash happened on Central, west of Rio Grande. APD’s early investigation indicates that a woman and a small child were crossing the street when the child was hit by a car.
  Investigators late Saturday night were searching for a white sedan. They had no license plate information on the suspect vehicle available for release at this time.
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• Updated: Trapshooting competitors converge on Albuquerque

  29-05-2016 06:55
  
  There's not much shouting. Not a ton of high-fives or chest bumps after a good score.
  
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• APD: More arrests to come in Donald Trump protests

  29-05-2016 06:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque police said it’s taking some time, but the department plans to make more arrests from Tuesday’s protest turned violent.
  According to APD, officers are still receiving tips and videos from the night of the Donald Trump protests. Six officers suffered significant injuries to the face, nose, arms and legs after being pummeled with fist-sized rocks. They were treated by rescue personnel on scene.
  Police arrested four people that night and prom
  
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• Metro prep athlete of the year: Los Lunas’ Jordan Holland

  29-05-2016 06:04
  
    Everything about Jordan Holland screams late bloomer. It wasn’t until she arrived at Los Lunas High School that she began to sprout, physically. “She was short growing up,” said one of her closest friends, Cera Chavez. Her recruitment as a basketball player fits this mold, too. Yes, she has signed with Otero (Colo.) Junior […]
  
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• Metro prep athlete of the year: Cleveland’s Marcus Williams

  29-05-2016 06:00
  
  A basketball always seemed like such a proper fit for Marcus Williams’ gifted pair of hands. Then came the day that subtly, but definitively, redirected his life. It was a summer day in 2012, and Williams, who was about to become a freshman at Cleveland High School, was attending a YAFL scrimmage game at the […]
  
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• Sheriff’s Office offers reward for tip leading to arrest in shooting

  29-05-2016 05:34
  
  Bernalillo County detectives hope a reward will bring in the tips they need to identify suspects in a Thursday night drive-by shooting that left an 18-year-old dead. Aaliyah Garcia, 18, was shot outside her family’s South Valley home late Thursday. She was taken to a local hospital, where she died. Deputy Felicia Romero said Saturday […]
  
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• Man arrested after allegedly pulling knife on sheriff’s deputies

  29-05-2016 05:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE)– He was calm in court but that wasn’t the case Friday.
  Bernalillo County Sheriff’s say they drove up on 43-year-old Ryan Salazar passed out in a stolen car.
  BCSO says Salazar tried to take off near Old Coors and Bridge but ended up pulling a knife, and getting into a physical altercation with deputies.
  Deputies were forced to draw their guns, they didn’t fire but they say Salazar took off running.
  A deputy and Salazar had to be checked out Friday
  
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• Police conduct perimeter search in southeast Albuquerque

  29-05-2016 04:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE)– Albuquerque Police are currently conducting a perimeter search in the area of Tennessee and Zuni.
  Police say the search is in reference to officers locating a stolen vehicle.
  APD says the suspect fled from the vehicle which resulted in the perimeter search.
  Information is limited at this time due to the active scene.
  KRQE will bring you details as information becomes available.
  Filed under: Albuquerque - Metro, Crime, Home, New Mexico, News
  
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• Police arrest two suspects in burglary, car theft

  29-05-2016 04:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police have made two arrests after conducting a perimeter search in the area of Tennessee and Zuni on Saturday.
  Police say they located a black BMW which had been reported stolen and  attempted to conduct a traffic stop of the vehicle, but the vehicle fled from officers.
  The BCSO Air Support Unit was in the area and was able to track the vehicle which was driving recklessly before the vehicle stopped near Rhode Island and Zuni and
  
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• Lobos win Mountain West baseball tournament

  29-05-2016 03:50
  
    The University of New Mexico baseball team broke out the heavy lumber Saturday night. Next the Lobos will need dancing shoes. Chris DeVito doubled and drilled one of four UNM homers in a 14-4 rout of Nevada in the Mountain West tournament championship game at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos (38-21) captured the […]
  
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• Updated: I-40 reopens after crash between San Mateo and Carlisle

  29-05-2016 02:32
  
  A Saturday afternoon crash involving a driver who may have been intoxicated left Interstate 40 closed for more than an hour, police said. The wreck forced the closure of I-40 between San Mateo and Carlisle, which was closed for cleanup. The interstate reopened around 7:40 p.m. Officer Daren DeAguero said Albuquerque police were dispatched to […]
  
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