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• Biden explains how he arrived at $1,400 stimulus check amount

  25-01-2021 23:44 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — During a press conference after signing an executive order designed to galvanize the economy and help factories, President Joe Biden shed light on a topic millions of Americans have been tracking – why his team landed on $1,400 for the size of the stimulus check outlined in his COVID relief plan.The amount has been the topic of consternation for many after the Biden administration confirmed that they wanted to raise the $600 payments that former President Trump signed int
  
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• Disney to update Jungle Cruise, remove 'negative depictions' of Indigenous people

  25-01-2021 23:31 via krqe.com
  
  LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (WFLA) - The "Jungle Cruise" attraction at Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California will be getting a make-over.According to the Disney Parks Blog, the parks are "building on the story of the Jungle Cruise" at both parks that will "reflect and value the diversity of the world around us," Disney said on Monday.(Courtesy: Disney Parks Blog)The new plot will include a new adventure where current Jungle Cruise skippers will guide the boat... though their "expe
  
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• New Supreme Court justice takes oath of office

  25-01-2021 23:29 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The newest New Mexico Supreme Court Justice was sworn on Monday. Julie J. Vargas replaces Justice Judith Nakamura, who retired last year. Justice Vargas spent 23 years in private practice and was elected to the Appeals Court in 2016; Justice Vargas received her law degree in 1993 from the University of New Mexico.Justice Judith Nakamura to retire Dec. 1
  “Being a judge is not about me. It’s not about being called judge or justice. It’
  
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• The worst — and best — states for driving

  25-01-2021 23:15 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - If you live in Texas, you're in luck. According to a new ranking of the best and worst states for driving, the Lone Star state comes out on top. New Mexico ranks 34th in the nation.View full list of best and worse state for drivingWalletHub, a Washington, D.C.-based personal finance site, ranked the state's 31 different indicators, including traffic, safety, and cost of ownership and maintenance.
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• Study: Cancer drug may aid in the treatment of COVID-19

  25-01-2021 22:59 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - In a study published Monday in the journal Science, researchers from UCSF and Mount Sinai touted results that demonstrated the antiviral efficacy of plitidepsin, a drug approved in Australia for the treatment of multiple myeloma.Scientists say plitidepsin may be as much as 27.5 times more effective than remdesivir in treating COVID-19. In 2020 the FDA issued an emergency use authorization for remdesivir, an antiviral drug, for COVID-19 treatment.In two pre-clinical trial models of CO
  
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• Godiva closing all US stores by March 2021

  25-01-2021 21:52 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Godiva, the private Belgium chocolate maker, is closing all of its stores in the U.S. by the end of March 2021. Godiva stores in Europe, the Middle East, and China will remain open, however. The company did not disclose how many employees would be impacted by the closures.US virus numbers drop, but race against new strains heats upThe chocolate company, which relies heavily on mall traffic, says its sales took a hit when the coronavirus pandemic began last year. The luxury sw
  
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• The first dogs are home! Champ and Major arrive at the White House

  25-01-2021 21:49 via krqe.com
  
  Photo via @FLOTUS on TwitterPhoto via @FLOTUS on TwitterPhoto via @FLOTUS on TwitterFirst dogs Champ and Major Biden are seen on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, on January 25, 2021. (Photo by JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images)WASHINGTON (NewsNation Now) — President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden's two German shepherds, Major and Champ, have officially moved into the White House.
  The first lady tweeted the news of the first dogs' arrival Monday morning and the d
  
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• Authorities search for persons of interest in connection to fire at Albuquerque Dollar General

  25-01-2021 21:37 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - Albuquerque Fire Rescue is searching for two persons of interest related to a fire that took place on January 12, 2021, at the Dollar General located at 2001 2nd Street NW. According to Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers, a female was seen wearing what appears to be a black Adidas jacket, black jeans, and black Vans shoes.
  A male was seen wearing a black jacket, blue jeans, black Nike shoes, and a gray hat. Authorities say the pair were seen carrying multiple bags and ar
  
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• Mescalero man charged with sexual abuse of minor

  25-01-2021 21:25 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - The District of New Mexico U.S. Attorney's Office reports that a Mescalero man has been charged in federal court with sexual abuse of a minor. James Darius Caje, 27 was charged on January 21 and will remain detained pending trial.
  According to a criminal complaint, on the night of Feb. 24 or early morning of Feb. 25, Caje allegedly entered the bedroom of the victim who was younger than 16-years-old and assaulted her. The complaint state that the next day, the victim reported
  
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• House to send Trump impeachment to Senate tonight

  25-01-2021 21:15 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NewsNation Now) — TheU.S. House will bring the impeachment charge against former President Donald Trump to the Senate Monday, setting the stage for a second impeachment trial in the backdrop of President Joe Biden's first 100 days in office.
  But a growing number of Republican senators say they are opposed to the proceeding, dimming the chances that former president will be convicted on the charge that he incited a siege of the Capitol.House Democrats will carry t
  
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• House to send Trump impeachment to Senate Monday

  25-01-2021 21:15 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NewsNation Now) — TheU.S. House will bring the impeachment charge against former President Donald Trump to the Senate Monday, setting the stage for a second impeachment trial in the backdrop of President Joe Biden's first 100 days in office.
  But a growing number of Republican senators say they are opposed to the proceeding, dimming the chances that former president will be convicted on the charge that he incited a siege of the Capitol.House Democrats will carry t
  
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• House delivers Trump impeachment charge to Senate

  25-01-2021 21:15 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NewsNation Now) — The U.S. House presented the impeachment charge against former President Donald Trump to the Senate Monday evening, setting the stage for a second impeachment trial in the backdrop of President Joe Biden's first 100 days in office.
  House Democrats carried the sole impeachment charge of “incitement of insurrection” across the Capitol late Monday evening, a rare and ceremonial walk to the Senate by the prosecutors who will argue their case. Rep. Jami
  
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• Cerrillos artist selected to display work in National Museum of Women in the Arts exhibition

  25-01-2021 21:09 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - The National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C. is the only major museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts. In 1984, the museum created its network of national and international outreach committees and the one in New Mexico is one of 23 worldwide committees.The theme for this year's Women to Watch exhibition is paper. New Mexico Committee president Nancy Olson discusses the exhibition and provides additional background on the sta
  
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• Trump impeachment trial: Lawmakers divided on how to proceed

  25-01-2021 21:07 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (Nexstar) -- Since the events of January 6, you’ve seen a huge push for impeachment, but there are still many lawmakers who stand against it, calling it a waste of time. “We’re going to jump right back into what we’ve been going through for the last five years and stirring it up again with the trial and it’s just going to be bad for the country, it really is,” said Florida Senator Marco Rubio. Growing number of GOP senators oppose impeachment t
  
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• Study: Community solar could create jobs, generate over $517 million for NM

  25-01-2021 20:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A recent study from the University of New Mexico shows that building community solar power facilities could generate more than 3,760 jobs in New Mexico. The study was done by UNM's Bureau of Business and Economic Research.Labor board to weigh arguments on whether UNM grad students can unionizeTheir findings show that building solar facilities that communities across the state can jointly use, could create more than 3,760 jobs and generate roughly $517 millio
  
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• Second $1M Powerball winning ticket sold in New Mexico

  25-01-2021 20:46 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Another New Mexican has won $1 million playing the Powerball. The $1 million winning ticket from Jan. 23, 2021 drawing matched all five White Ball numbers but missed the Powerball number. The winning numbers were 5, 8, 17, 27, 28 and Powerball number 14. Shiprock man claims winning $1M Powerball ticketAccording to a news release, all drawing game prizes must be claimed within 90 days from the date of the drawing or the first business day after the 90th day if the L
  
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• Suspect in murder case asks to attend church services in person

  25-01-2021 20:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE)- A teen charged with killing an Army specialist is asking a judge to give him more freedom so he can go to church. Angel Grado is accused of shooting and killing 20-year-old Isaiah Villanueva at a house party last year.Protest forms outside of suspect’s hearing for murder of Isaiah Villanueva
  Grado, who is currently in the community custody program, is asking the judge to allow him to attend church services in person. The family of Villanueva is against it.The judg
  
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• Another winter storm moves into New Mexico overnight

  25-01-2021 20:25 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Another winter storm moves into New Mexico overnight.A slight between storm system Monday, with light snow still falling across the high terrain of western and northern New Mexico. Temperatures will be cooler today with the passage of a Pacific cold front Sunday. Another Pacific front will sweep across New Mexico tonight. Lift from the storm system and a moist, southwesterly flow will bring heavy snowfall tonight through Tuesday for west facing slopes and the high terrain of
  
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• Trial underway for airman involved in deadly crash

  25-01-2021 20:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - The trial of a Kirtland airman involved in a deadly crash is underway. The crash happened two years ago near Louisiana and Gibson.
  Investigators say Calvin Cooper was using the median to pass another car when he hit and killed Angelica Baca who was crossing the street. With Cooper being an airman, the Air Force took over the case.Family in shock after woman killed in crash involving Kirtland airmen
  He faces charges of involuntary manslaughter, negligent homicide, and r
  
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• APD investigates homicide in SE Albuquerque

  25-01-2021 20:15
  
  Detectives are on scene of a shooting on Madeira Drive SE.
  
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• HBO is reportedly developing a 'Harry Potter' TV series

  25-01-2021 20:11 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- If you tried a summoning charm to conjure up more Harry Potter content, it looks like it may have worked. HBO Max is reportedly in the early stages of creating a live-action show based on the life of Hogwarts alumni.
  According to the Hollywood Reporter, it's still way too early to pull out your Hufflepuff house scarf and prepare to tune in. The project is still in an exploratory phase, and no writers or talent have been hired for the project.
  According to the Reporter, the seven-boo
  
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• Jobs for America's Graduates provides educational, academic support helping students reach their potential

  25-01-2021 19:41 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Jobs for America's graduates is a school re-engagement strategy with a long track record of results in New Mexico and throughout the nation. They help students at-risk of dropping out, show up, reconnect, and graduate from high school while also getting them ready for college, a career, and life.
  State Director for Jobs for America's Graduates NM, Kay Provolt discusses how they are making all of this happen. JAG-NM partners with high schools in New Mexico to place a JAG speci
  
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• 17-year-old arrested in Indianapolis killing of 6 people, including unborn child

  25-01-2021 19:23 via krqe.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (WXIN) -- Police say a 17-year-old suspect was arrested Monday in the deaths of six people after a shooting in Indianapolis.Police were originally called around 3:45 a.m. to a location where a juvenile was found suffering from a gunshot wound. The juvenile was taken in critical condition to a hospital but is expected to survive, police said. ‘Mass murder’ leaves 6 dead, including unborn child, in Indianapolis
  After further investigation into the juvenile’s shooting
  
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• AFR responds to gas explosion in NE Albuquerque

  25-01-2021 19:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Fire Rescue is on the scene of a gas explosion in northeast Albuquerque Monday. According to AFR, a natural gas explosion caused a house fire on 1241 Princeton DR NE. AFR says at this time there are no reports of any injuries.
  Information at this time is limited. KRQE News 13 will continue to provide updates as more information is released.
  
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• WATCH LIVE: Cabinet secretaries to provide COVID-19 update

  25-01-2021 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) - Secretary-Designate of the New Mexico Department of Health Dr. Tracie Collins and Secretary of the New Mexico Human Services Department Dr. David Scrase will host a remote news conference at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 25 to provide a COVID-19 update. KRQE News 13 will stream the news conference live on this page.COVID-19 vaccine trackers show New Mexico rollout among the fastest
  The New York Times recently ranked New Mexico third among the states in the percentage of peopl
  
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• State cabinet secretaries provide COVID-19 update

  25-01-2021 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) - Secretary-Designate of the New Mexico Department of Health Dr. Tracie Collins and Secretary of the New Mexico Human Services Department Dr. David Scrase held a remote news conference on Monday, January 25 to provide a COVID-19 update. COVID-19 vaccine trackers show New Mexico rollout among the fastest
  The New York Times recently ranked New Mexico third among the states in the percentage of people who've had both COVID-19 vaccinations. According to the Times and USA Today,
  
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• Cabinet secretaries to provide COVID-19 update

  25-01-2021 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) - Secretary-Designate of the New Mexico Department of Health Dr. Tracie Collins and Secretary of the New Mexico Human Services Department Dr. David Scrase will host a remote news conference at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 25 to provide a COVID-19 update. KRQE News 13 will stream the news conference live on this page.COVID-19 vaccine trackers show New Mexico rollout among the fastest
  The New York Times recently ranked New Mexico third among the states in the percentage of peopl
  
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• Cabinet secretaries provide COVID-19 update

  25-01-2021 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) - Secretary-Designate of the New Mexico Department of Health Dr. Tracie Collins and Secretary of the New Mexico Human Services Department Dr. David Scrase held a remote news conference on Monday, January 25 to provide a COVID-19 update. COVID-19 vaccine trackers show New Mexico rollout among the fastest
  The New York Times recently ranked New Mexico third among the states in the percentage of people who've had both COVID-19 vaccinations. According to the Times and USA Today,
  
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• Suspect hospitalized after shooting involving Los Lunas police

  25-01-2021 18:35
  
  No officers were injured.
  
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• White House holds briefing as Biden plans to boost US manufacturers

  25-01-2021 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  BALTIMORE (NewsNation Now) — President Joe Biden plans to sign on Monday an executive order that aims to boost government purchases from U.S. manufacturers, according to administration officials.The United States has shed roughly 540,000 factory jobs since last February as the coronavirus pandemic hurled the world's largest economy into recession. The goal of the order would be to use the $600 billion the federal government spends on procurement to boost domestic factories a
  
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• Watch Live: President Biden delivers remarks on US manufacturing

  25-01-2021 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  BALTIMORE (NewsNation Now) — President Joe Biden plans to sign on Monday an executive order that aims to boost government purchases from U.S. manufacturers, according to administration officials.The United States has shed roughly 540,000 factory jobs since last February as the coronavirus pandemic hurled the world's largest economy into recession. The goal of the order would be to use the $600 billion the federal government spends on procurement to boost domestic factories a
  
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• President Biden signs 'Buy American' order, pushes for urgent relief

  25-01-2021 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NewsNation Now) — President Joe Biden signed an executive order Monday to boost government buying from U.S. manufacturers, as talks with Congress over a $1.9 trillion stimulus package that he has called essential to the nation's recovery showed few signs of progress.The executive order is among a flurry of moves by Biden during his first full week to publicly show he's taking swift action to heal an ailing economy. Biden reiterated Monday that he believes the country is in a pr
  
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• President Biden delivers remarks on US manufacturing

  25-01-2021 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  BALTIMORE (NewsNation Now) — President Joe Biden plans to sign on Monday an executive order that aims to boost government purchases from U.S. manufacturers, according to administration officials.The United States has shed roughly 540,000 factory jobs since last February as the coronavirus pandemic hurled the world's largest economy into recession. The goal of the order would be to use the $600 billion the federal government spends on procurement to boost domestic factories a
  
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• Live: White House holds briefing as Biden plans to boost US manufacturers

  25-01-2021 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  BALTIMORE (AP) — President Joe Biden plans to sign on Monday an executive order that aims to boost government purchases from U.S. manufacturers, according to administration officials.The United States has shed roughly 540,000 factory jobs since last February as the coronavirus pandemic hurled the world's largest economy into recession. The goal of the order would be to use the $600 billion the federal government spends on procurement to boost domestic factories and hiring, s
  
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• Biden plans to boost US manufacturers; govt to buy more American goods

  25-01-2021 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  BALTIMORE (AP) — President Joe Biden plans to sign on Monday an executive order that aims to boost government purchases from U.S. manufacturers, according to administration officials.The United States has shed roughly 540,000 factory jobs since last February as the coronavirus pandemic hurled the world's largest economy into recession. The goal of the order would be to use the $600 billion the federal government spends on procurement to boost domestic factories and hiring, s
  
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• Watchdog probes if DOJ officials tried to overturn election

  25-01-2021 18:19 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department’s inspector general is launching an investigation to examine whether any former or current department officials “engaged in an improper attempt” to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
  Inspector General Michael Horowitz said Monday that the investigation will investigate allegations concerning the conduct of former and current Justice Department officials but will not extend to other government officials.House se
  
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• Third stimulus checks: Here's what is holding up those $1,400 payments

  25-01-2021 17:56 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) -- With President Joe Biden now in office, many Democrats were hopeful he'd quickly try to push his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan through Congress and get a $1,400 stimulus check out as soon as possible to most Americans. So far, we haven't seen much movement on that.As of Monday, the process is taking more time than many Democratic leaders hoped. The checks are part of a complex and layered plan that includes increasing the minimum wage to $15 an hour, expanding pai
  
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• Monday morning shooting in SE Albuquerque leads to homicide

  25-01-2021 17:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is currently investigating a homicide in southeast Albuquerque. There is little information at this time. The shooting occurred on Madeira Drive SE.KRQE News 13 will have more information as it becomes available. 
  
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• 9 workers found dead in China gold mine explosions

  25-01-2021 17:07 via krqe.com
  
  BEIJING (AP) — Chinese rescuers have found the bodies of nine workers killed in explosions at a gold mine, raising the death toll to 10, officials said Monday. Eleven others were rescued a day earlier after being trapped underground for two weeks at the mine in Shandong province. One person was still missing. Trapped for 2 weeks, 11 workers rescued from China gold mine
  The cause of the accident at the mine, which was under construction, is under investigation. The explosions on Jan. 10 rel
  
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• Suspect struck by gunfire in officer-involved shooting in Los Lunas

  25-01-2021 17:04 via krqe.com
  
  LOS LUNAS, N.M. (KRQE) -New Mexico State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Los Lunas Police Department. NMSP reports I-25 southbound milepost 201 is blocked at this time.
  Authorities say officers are uninjured. Police say a suspect was struck by gunfure and is being transported to an area hospital.NMSP investigating an OIS involving the Los Lunas Police Department.Interstate 25 south bound mile post 201 is blocked.Officers are uninjured.Suspect struck by gunfire
  
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• At least 31 law enforcement officers in 12 states tied to storming of the Capitol

  25-01-2021 16:27 via krqe.com
  
  For two Virginia police officers who posed for a photo during the deadly U.S. Capitol insurrection, the reckoning has been swift and public: They were identified, charged with crimes, and arrested.But for five Seattle officers, the outcome is less clear. Their identities still secret, two are on leave and three continue to work while a police watchdog investigates whether their actions in the nation's capital on Jan. 6 crossed the line from protected political speech to lawbreaking.The cont
  
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• ‘Mass murder’ leaves 6 dead, including unborn child, in Indianapolis

  25-01-2021 16:21 via krqe.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (WXIN/NEXSTAR) -- Six people were killed in a shooting in Indianapolis, and a juvenile was taken to the hospital in critical condition, according to police.
  Both Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Randall Taylor referred to the incident as a "mass murder" during a Sunday afternoon press conference.
  According to IMPD, the shooting occurred at a home before 4 a.m. Sunday and was not a random act.
  Police were originally called to a near
  
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• Albuquerque residents voice criticisms of new MVD kiosks

  25-01-2021 15:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - MVD is receiving criticism for new self-service kiosks. The kiosks were set up at two Albuquerque Albertsons stores last week.
  The goal is to make it easier for people to renew and complete vehicle registrations. However, according to the Albuquerque Journal, there are already issues.There’s a new way to update your vehicle registration in Albuquerque
  Some people point out that MVD is charging extra fees. There is a $3.95 plus a 2% credit card fee. MVD however, i
  
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• Westside road project on hold due to winter weather

  25-01-2021 15:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - The City of Albuquerque is coming clean about a road project left unfinished. For months, crews were working to re-pave and re-stripe the westbound lanes of Ellison between Coors Bypass and Seven Bar Loop.98th and Blake intersection receives updates
  The Albuquerque Journal reports that the crews stopped and abandoned the project. The City of Albuquerque's Department of Municipal Development says right now, it's too cold to finish. Once temperatures heat back up, the ci
  
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• Troops from New Mexico National Guard return home from Washington, D.C.

  25-01-2021 15:32 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - New Mexicans are welcoming home National Guard troops sent to D.C. for the presidential inauguration. Officials say roughly 200 troops were sent after receiving the call to go to D.C. just days before the ceremony.New Mexico National Guard deploys to DC in support of presidential inauguration
  The controversy had started up around the nation over soldiers' accommodations in the Capitol but New Mexico troops say they were well taken care of. "I know ether were different units h
  
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• Dominion Voting Systems sues Giuliani over election claims

  25-01-2021 15:16 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Dominion Voting Systems filed a defamation lawsuit on Monday against Donald Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, who led the former president's efforts to spread baseless claims about the 2020 election.
  The lawsuit seeks more than $1.3 billion in damages for the voting machine company, a target for conservatives who made up wild claims about the company, blaming it for Trump's loss and alleging without evidence that its systems were easily manipulated. Dominion is one o
  
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• APD investigating another homicide in NE Albuquerque

  25-01-2021 15:03
  
  The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating another homicide.
  
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• Next winter storm moves in Monday, bringing snow, scattered showers

  25-01-2021 14:35 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) -This morning is dry and cool, with some breezy winds that are making it feel colder. You won't have any weather issues on the roads this morning, but the next winter storm moves in today, bringing another round of snow and rain showers. Scattered showers will be possible today, especially this afternoon, with snow in the northwest and mountains, and rain for the Rio Grande Valley. The heaviest snow will move in tonight through Tuesday. The mountains and northwest New Mexico wi
  
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• Engaging bright minds: Explora hopes to generate interest in STEM

  25-01-2021 14:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Since the fall of last year, Explora has been holding weekly virtual STEM Nights where they partner with an organization in the community to discuss topics related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Monday, Jan. 25 Dr. Mostafa Hassanalian, assistant professor in the mechanical engineering department at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology will discuss their research on drones and provide a live demonstration.‘Mobile libr
  
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• Hope for success in push for marijuana legalization in New Mexico

  25-01-2021 14:05 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) - New Mexico state lawmakers are pushing, again, to legalize marijuana. The sponsor of this year's bill says more Republicans are on board than in past years.This bill has been years in the making, having been in discussion for almost five years. Supporters believe this year all of the details have been worked out and the timing is just right. New bill proposes to allow alcohol deliveries
  "This is a very bold, very robust attempt at diversifying the economy," said Stat
  
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