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• Eddy County Sheriff's Office investigating death at oilfield site

  04-07-2022 23:50 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – The Eddy County Sheriff's Office says deputies were sent out to an oilfield site north of Carlsbad just after 7:45 a.m. Monday morning about reports of a man who was unresponsive and not breathing. Jose Martino Moreno Nuez Jr., 36, was declared dead on scene. 2 dead in Socorro drive-by shootingOfficials say foul play is not suspected and there is no threat to the public. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Eddy County Sheriff's Office Detective
  
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• Corrales Fourth of July parade returns after two-year COVID break

  04-07-2022 23:06 via krqe.com
  
  CORRALES, N.M. (KRQE) – The Fourth of July parade in Corrales made its return after a two-year pandemic pause. Spectators lined up along Corrales Road from Target Road to the community rec center to watch fire trucks, old cars, and horse-drawn carriages pass by.One float even had a man dressed as a revolutionary patriot marching along.
  
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• Carlsbad holds ceremony honoring local veterans

  04-07-2022 22:57 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – A Fourth of July event in Carlsbad honored veterans. Among them are World War Two veterans Bill Fuson, Frank Romero, and Bill Dunnigan who just celebrated his 103rd birthday.Story continues belowTop Story: Where are the fireworks shows in New Mexico on July 4th?New Mexico: More $250, $500 tax rebates heading to New Mexicans in JulyCrime: Info sought in Sandia Casino robberyAlbuquerque: Traffic signal still issue at Paseo-Tramway intersectionCity and county offi
  
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• Albuquerque Fire Rescue contains fire at strip mall on San Mateo

  04-07-2022 22:49 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue was called out to a fire at a strip mall near San Mateo and Candelaria. Firefighters saw light smoke coming from the building and made their way inside to extinguish it. Albuquerque Fire Rescue responds to building fire near Botanic GardensThey believe an electrical malfunction sparked the fire. There was no damage to nearby businesses and no injuries were reported.
  
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• Albuquerque Fire Rescue responds to building fire near Botanic Gardens

  04-07-2022 22:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue firefighters put out a fire at an abandoned building near Central and New York close to the Albuquerque Biopark Botanic Gardens. Smokes and flames were coming through the roof when firefighters arrived at about 5:30 a.m. Monday morning. It took about 45 minutes to get it under control. New Mexico fire departments prepare for Fourth of July surge in callsNo one was hurt but AFR says they've been called to that same location before
  
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• New Mexico fire departments prepare for Fourth of July surge in calls

  04-07-2022 22:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As we all gear up to watch the Fourth of July displays put on across the state, fire departments are bracing for what is one of their busiest days of the year. Fire stations are reading themselves for this busy night—whether that means more boots on the ground, or simply being extra vigilant in especially vulnerable areas like the bosque in Albuquerque. AFR: No illegal fireworks permitted in city limits"We do have our bosque patrols. Our bosque tr
  
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• City of Orlando apologizes for Fourth of July message following backlash

  04-07-2022 20:36 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - The City of Orlando, Fla., apologized on Saturday for its Independence Day message that declared the nation was in “strife” and questioned why people would want to celebrate the holiday in the city’s weekly newsletter.“A lot of people probably don’t want to celebrate our nation right now, and we can’t blame them,” the Friday edition of Orlando’s “City News” read. “When there is so much division, hate and unrest, why o
  
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• Will this be the summer of student debt cancellation?

  04-07-2022 19:02 via krqe.com
  
  (NerdWallet) - The “will he, won’t he” summer of student debt cancellation is upon us.The “he” is, of course, President Joe Biden.Some 43 million borrowers are hanging onto hope that Biden will take executive action to relieve at least some of their collective $1.7 trillion debt.Rumors fly on social media. The Department of Education says it will be ready whenever a cancellation happens. And the White House has been leaking potential details to the press.“It c
  
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• Police respond to shooting at Highland Park Fourth of July parade

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Highland Park's Fourth of July parade was disrupted after shots were fired Monday morning.Town officials on Facebook said suburban police was responding to an "incident" around 10:10 a.m. in downtown Highland Park. Witnesses reported seeing heavy police presence and fire vehicles.The Lake County Sherriff's Office said their officers were assisting Highland Park police with a shooting in the area.Officials said Fourth Fest, scheduled to start at noon, has been canceled
  
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• Police respond to 'incident' at Highland Park Fourth of July parade

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Highland Park's Fourth of July parade was disrupted by police activity Monday morning.The town on Facebook around 10:30 a.m. said suburban police was responding to an "incident" in downtown Highland Park. Witnesses reported seeing heavy police presence and fire vehicles.Officials said Fourth Fest, scheduled to start at noon, has been canceled.The public is being urged to avoid the downtown area.
  Details surrounding the incident are currently unknown.This is a developi
  
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• Man in custody following Highland Park parade mass shooting

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  BREAKING UPDATE: The 22-year-old man wanted in Highland Park parade shooting is in custody, police say.A brief pursuit took place in Lake Forest, where Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was taken into custody. He is believed to be the shooter, Lake County PIO Chris Covelli said.Original story:HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Six people were killed and dozens were hospitalized in a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, according to officials.As a result of a shooting, police have been looking f
  
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• Man in custody after Highland Park parade mass shooting

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  BREAKING UPDATE: The 22-year-old man wanted in Highland Park parade shooting is in custody, police say.A brief pursuit took place on Route 41 in Lake Forest, where Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was taken into custody. He is believed to be the shooter, Lake County PIO Chris Covelli said.SkyCam9 over scene in Lake Forest
  This is the moment parade shooting suspect Bobby Crimo was taken into custody by police in Chicago's northern suburbs. https://t.co/tvQ02c3mXC @WGNNews pic.twitter.com/TBNgaDlsyw&mdash
  
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• At least 2 dead, multiple injured at Highland Park Fourth of July parade: sources

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Two people were killed and multiple people were injured after a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, according to police sources.The parade was disrupted around 10:10 a.m. Monday after shots were fired. Town officials on Facebook said suburban police responded after reports of gunfire. Witnesses reported seeing heavy police presence and fire vehicles.The Lake County Sherriff's Office said their officers were assisting Highland Park police with a shoot
  
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• 6 dead, dozens hospitalized after Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Six people were killed and dozens were hospitalized in a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, according to officials.The downtown parade was disrupted around 10:10 a.m. Monday after shots were fired near Central Avenue and 2nd Street. At a news conference, Lake County Major Crime Task Force spokesman Christopher Covelli said it appeared the gunman opened fire on parade-goers from a rooftop using a rifle that was later recovered at the scene.
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• 6 dead, 24 hospitalized after Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Six people were killed and 24 others were hospitalized in a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, according to officials.The downtown parade was disrupted around 10:10 a.m. Monday after shots were fired. Witnesses reported seeing heavy police presence and fire vehicles and some said they saw multiple people running from the parade.At a news conference Monday afternoon, Officer Chris O'Neill said the gunman, who is still on the loose and is considered a
  
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• 5 dead, 19 injured at Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Five people were killed and 19 others were injured in a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, according to officials.The downtown parade was disrupted around 10:10 a.m. Monday after shots were fired. Witnesses reported seeing heavy police presence and fire vehicles and some said they saw multiple people running from the parade.It was unclear if the five dead were among the 19 hospitalized.Seven law enforcement agencies, including state police and the L
  
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• 5 dead, 16 injured at Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting

  04-07-2022 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Five people were killed and 16 others were injured in a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, according to officials.The downtown parade was disrupted around 10:10 a.m. Monday after shots were fired. Witnesses reported seeing heavy police presence and fire vehicles and some said they saw multiple people running from the parade.Seven law enforcement agencies, including state police and the Lake County Sherriff's Office, are assisting with the active sho
  
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• UNM researchers use computers to simulate chemical reactions

  04-07-2022 16:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – UNM researchers say they've completed thousands of years' worth of research in just four years. Hua Guo and his research team work in computational chemistry, which allows researchers to initiate chemical reactions on computers rather than in real life.Story continues belowTop Story: Where are the fireworks shows in New Mexico on July 4th?New Mexico: More $250, $500 tax rebates heading to New Mexicans in JulyCrime: Info sought in Sandia Casino robberyAlbuque
  
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• Third-generation American Flat Track pro racer dies at Weedsport Speedway, Saturday evening

  04-07-2022 16:18 via krqe.com
  
  (WSYR-TV) -- Third-generation American Flat Track pro racer, died at Weedsport Raceway on Saturday, July 2, American Flat Track says. Twenty-four-year-old Ryan Varnes, from Pennsylvania, was involved in an on-track crash in the Production Twins Main Event at Weedsport Speedway, Saturday evening. He was treated on-scene and was then transported to Upstate University Hospital, in Syracuse where he later died."The Varnes family has been a staple in the flat track community for decades, and they nee
  
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• Large retailers consider paying customers not to return items

  04-07-2022 16:14 via krqe.com
  
  (WTVO) — Some major outlets are considering letting customers keep items they wanted to return — and the money they paid as well. According to CNN, retailers such as Target, Walmart, American Eagle, and Gap, are facing a high level of inventory and would rather not restock the items.One retail expert says the risk is deceptive customers may try to seek free merchandise through a series of orders."One thing retailers need to track and ensure is that customers that become aware of the
  
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• Broken leg gives basketball a new meaning for Emmanuel Kuac

  04-07-2022 16:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As new faces are suiting up with the Lobo basketball team, a familiar face is returning from a major injury. Emmanuel Kuac suffered a broken leg during a game in January, and he has been grinding to get back on the court.Story continues belowTop Story: Where are the fireworks shows in New Mexico on July 4th?New Mexico: More $250, $500 tax rebates heading to New Mexicans in JulyCrime: Info sought in Sandia Casino robberyAlbuquerque: Traffic signal still issue
  
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• 'Lord Kong' ready for battle in the octagon

  04-07-2022 16:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Don'tale "Lord Kong" Mayes is ready for his next fight in the octagon. Mayes will be fighting Justin Tafa at UFC 277 on July 30, and he believes a third straight victory would make him a top contender in UFC. Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone rides into the sunset of retirement"Really, I can beat this dude wherever, you know what I'm saying," Mayes said. "I can control the range and when I close the distance, I can take advantage of that. So, really, I jus
  
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• Gas prices easing up across New Mexico

  04-07-2022 14:57 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Gas prices are falling throughout the state, now averaging $4.62 per gallon. That's down 10 cents compared to a week ago and while it isn't a huge drop, drivers say it's a welcome change. "It's actually feeling nice, fill up the tank on not $100, just $80. So that's pretty great," said traveler Illisa Garcia. Gas prices are high now, but they’ve been worse before: Here’s whenGas prices are still more than $1.50 higher than a year ago and many are feelin
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Mile-Hi Market, homeless teens, Las Vegas smell, storms for the 4th, AFR firework reminder

  04-07-2022 14:50 via krqe.com
  
  Monday's Top Stories2 dead in Socorro drive-by shootingNeighbor dispute leads to Doña Ana deputy-involved shootingUvalde CISD police chief reportedly resigning from city council3 dead, 3 critically wounded in shooting at Denmark mallGoogle says it will eliminate location history entries if it identifies abortion center, medical facility visitsAkron officials release video of police killing of Jayland WalkerGas prices easing up across New MexicoMonday's Five Facts[5] Mile-Hi Market open ev
  
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• These are the best big cities for celebrating July 4 in 2022: study

  04-07-2022 14:33 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – What makes the perfect setting for a Fourth of July celebration? It's not just the size of the fireworks display, according to a recent study.From the weather to the average cost of beer and wine, WalletHub compared the 100 largest U.S. cities to determine the best one when it comes to celebrating Independence Day in 2022. AFR: No illegal fireworks permitted in city limitsThe study's authors set out to find the perfect balance between holiday cost and fun, using 21 metrics that
  
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• Scattered storms for Fourth of July

  04-07-2022 14:28 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – This morning is dry and mild, with partly cloudy skies. The morning through early afternoon will be dry and mostly sunny. Storms will start popping up in the south-central and west/southwest mountains by around noon.Forecast Continues BelowEntertainment: R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in sex trafficking caseCrime: NMSP checkpoints out in force during JulyBusiness: PNM ordered to reduce customer rates by 10%New Mexico: What you need to know about New Mexico’s
  
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• Mile-Hi Market open every Sunday through September

  04-07-2022 14:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – People in Albuquerque got the chance to enjoy another beautiful day at the Mile-Hi Market Sunday. The market in northeast Albuquerque brings together vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables, artwork, and baked goods. Visitors also enjoyed live music.Story continues belowTop Story: Where are the fireworks shows in New Mexico on July 4th?New Mexico: More $250, $500 tax rebates heading to New Mexicans in JulyCrime: Info sought in Sandia Casino robberyAlbuqu
  
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• AFR: No illegal fireworks permitted in city limits

  04-07-2022 13:58 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue is reminding people not to shoot off illegal fireworks. They define illegal fireworks as anything purchased outside Albuquerque city limits, including unincorporated parts of Bernalillo County. Albuquerque family’s dog found dead after house fire"Any firework that goes higher than 10 feet, outside a 6-foot radius, and are louder than a pop gun are illegal," says Chris Romero, Fire Marshal with Albuquerque Fire Rescue. "A good wa
  
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• 3 abandoned kittens in need of homes in Española

  04-07-2022 13:37 via krqe.com
  
  ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – The Española Animal Shelter is looking for foster homes for three kittens after finding them in the trash late last week. One of those kittens is also healing from severely burned paws.Story continues belowTrending: City of Albuquerque removes speed camera after thieves strikeNew Mexico: Are there earthquakes in New Mexico?Crime: APD: Fatal crash now being investigated as homicideAlbuquerque: City to Albuquerque: stop setting garbage trucks on fir
  
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• 2 dead in Socorro drive-by shooting

  04-07-2022 13:24 via krqe.com
  
  SOCORRO, N.M. (KRQE) – At least two people are dead Sunday morning following a drive-by shooting in Socorro. Details are extremely limited, however, police say they have two men in custody.Story continues belowTrending: City of Albuquerque removes speed camera after thieves strikeNew Mexico: Are there earthquakes in New Mexico?Crime: APD: Fatal crash now being investigated as homicideAlbuquerque: City to Albuquerque: stop setting garbage trucks on fireThey have not said how those
  
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• Sewage smell creeping through Las Vegas streets

  04-07-2022 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – In the midst of Las Vegas's 4th of July celebration, the town has a rank smell seeping through downtown. "It started about I think, two Fridays ago," said RaeDawn Price.
  Las Vegas residents are complaining about a smell caused by a sewage leak. "It goes down the south end of Moreno, which is the back side of Bridge street," said Price. Evacuee shelters transitioning in Las VegasNow they say it's making its way into the Gallinas River. "It's a decline, so it wa
  
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• Akron officials release video of police killing of Jayland Walker

  04-07-2022 03:57 via krqe.com
  
  **Warning: The police body cam footage seen above is disturbing.**AKRON, Ohio (WJW) — Akron city officials on Sunday released more details in the police shooting of Jayland Walker, a Black man they say was unarmed when officers shot and killed him after a chase.
  Walker, 25, was shot by police just after midnight on Monday. During a press conference Sunday, the police department released two videos.
  Police said Walker fired a shot from his vehicle during a pursuit. The first video
  
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• Tips for helping sensitive ears cope with Fourth of July firework blasts

  04-07-2022 03:56 via krqe.com
  
  CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — As the Fourth of July approaches, many places in the Tri-State area are preparing their firework shows.While fireworks are an American tradition to celebrate Independence Day, some with sensitive ears, such as pets or veterans, can experience high anxiety during the blasts.To help with this anxiety, 13 News has compiled a list of ways to assist pets, dementia patients and veterans during firework celebrations.Story continues belowTrending: City of Albuquerque remove
  
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• Railyards Market celebrates Learning Day

  04-07-2022 02:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Anyone visiting the Railyards Market Sunday also had a unique learning opportunity. To celebrate Learning Day, various groups set up booths to give people lessons on everything from gardening to STEAM.CNM set up a booth talking about their coding boot camps, which teach students how to develop their own websites, apps, software, and more. "Every week at the Railyards, we have different themes so that community organizations, partners, and vendors can get inv
  
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• Neighbor dispute leads to Doña Ana deputy-involved shooting

  04-07-2022 02:12 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A Doña Ana County man is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Chaparral. Doña Ana County deputies responded to a shooting shortly after 1:00 a.m. Sunday morning.They say when they arrived on scene, two neighbors were fighting and one of them had fired his gun. However, neither of them wanted to press charges. A few hours later, they returned to the scene on Iron Horse because the suspected shooter was ramming his car into his neighbor's
  
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• Scattered rain west this evening

  04-07-2022 02:04 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – More storm clouds marched their way through the state this afternoon with heavier rain setting up once again west and north of Albuquerque. The heavier rain bands dropped another 0.50-1" of rain for the northern mountains with some isolated flash flooding again. Even parts of eastern NM are seeing some isolated storms fire up with the higher dew points. Overall, showers will diminish through the evening as we transition to mainly cloudy skies tonight. Lows wil
  
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• Study focuses on homeless teens on Bernalillo County streets

  04-07-2022 01:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new study is giving us an idea of how many teens and young adults, are living on the streets in Bernalillo County. The study comes from the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation and dives into why teens and young adults end up on the streets.According to the study, there is anywhere between 1,000 to 2,300 youth, ages 15 to 25, living on the streets in Bernalillo County. Family seeking justice more than a year after daughter’s deathThe study l
  
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• 31 bodies, some decomposed, found in Indiana funeral home

  04-07-2022 01:04 via krqe.com
  
  JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (WXIN) — Police have launched an investigation into an Indiana funeral home after more than 30 bodies, some of which were decomposing, were discovered inside.According to a report by the Louisville Courier-Journal, police in Jeffersonville were called late at night Friday to the Lankford Funeral Home and Family Center. The newspaper reported the department worked into Saturday morning and ultimately located 31 bodies.Story continues belowTrending: City of Albuquerque r
  
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• Black Fire hotshots nominated for Girl Scout honor

  04-07-2022 00:56 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Saturday is the first National Wildland Firefighter Day and the Girl Scouts are making sure the Santa Fe hotshots are well taken care of. The group just returned from their assignment on the Black Fire near Silver City and were nominated for the Cookies for Hometown Heroes Program by Girl Scout Troop 10705 from Los Alamos.Story continues belowTrending: City of Albuquerque removes speed camera after thieves strikeNew Mexico: Are there earthquakes in New Mexico?
  
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• Mayor's Benefit helps with community winter coat drive

  04-07-2022 00:41 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO, N.M. (KRQE) – The town of Bernalillo is supporting kids in need through the yearly Mayor's Benefit fundraiser. Families celebrated the July 4th weekend at Rotary Park with a 33-foot water cascade for kids to play under, food, and live music.Story continues belowTrending: City of Albuquerque removes speed camera after thieves strikeNew Mexico: Are there earthquakes in New Mexico?Crime: APD: Fatal crash now being investigated as homicideAlbuquerque: City to Albuquerque:
  
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• Info sought in Sandia Casino robbery

  04-07-2022 00:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The FBI and Sandia Police Department are asking for help identifying the person accused of robbing Sandia Resort and Casino Friday night. The man is accused of entering the casino just after 9:00 p.m.Story continues belowTrending: City of Albuquerque removes speed camera after thieves strikeNew Mexico: Are there earthquakes in New Mexico?Crime: APD: Fatal crash now being investigated as homicideAlbuquerque: City to Albuquerque: stop setting garbage trucks on fireTh
  
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