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• Alamogordo to restore lake, asking for public input

  27-09-2022 23:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Alamogordo wants your input on its plans to restore Bonito Lake. The lake was filled with debris from the Little Bear Fire in 2012, significantly impacting the area.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: UNMH breaks ground on new behavioral health crisis centerCrime: Suspect in church security guard homicide appears in courtData Report: Over 40% of child support in New Mexico goes unpaidNew Mexico: Speaker Nancy Pelosi, officials meet with wildfire v
  
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• Why Hurricane Ian poses a unique threat to Tampa Bay

  27-09-2022 22:45 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - Hurricane Ian would pose particular risks to the city of Tampa and the Tampa Bay area if it lands there due to the Gulf Coast’s geography, rising sea levels and lagging resilience planning.   The storm made landfall on the west coast of Cuba in the early hours of Tuesday morning shortly after becoming a major hurricane, then entered the Gulf of Mexico.  The bulk of Florida’s west coast, including the Tampa Bay area, is currently under a storm surge warning
  
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• APS: Albuquerque High School under shelter in place, delayed dismissal

  27-09-2022 22:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Public Schools announced there is a shelter in place due to police activity nearby. They say students won't be dismissed on time as no one is allowed in or out of the school while under lockdown.
  They ask parents not to call or come to the Albuquerque High School campus or the Career Enrichment Center campus at this time. KRQE News 13 will provide updates as they become available.
  
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• APS: Albuquerque High School shelter in place lifted

  27-09-2022 22:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The shelter in place announced by Albuquerque Public Schools due to police activity has been lifted. They say police searched the school and did not find a threat.
  APS says there is no bus service. Families picking up students are asked to enter the campus from Indian School and leave from Mountain. There are no more details available at this time.
  
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• Is Disney World closing due to Hurricane Ian?

  27-09-2022 22:15 via krqe.com
  
  ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) — As Hurricane Ian zeroes in on the Tampa Bay area in Florida, those with plans to visit Disney World may be confused about where their reservations/tickets currently stand. Here's what we know as of Tuesday afternoon.Monday night, Walt Disney World said its Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom and EPCOT parks would remain open. Disney's Typhoon Lagoon, Winter Summerland Miniature Golf and Fantasia Miniature Golf attractions will temporarily close Wednesday
  
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• Fall Festival is back at Bandelier National Monument

  27-09-2022 21:20 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Fall Fiesta is back at Bandelier National Monument for the first time since 2019. The Fall Fiesta is happening from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., October 8 at the park's main picnic area in Frijoles Canyon and around the visitor center.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: UNMH breaks ground on new behavioral health crisis centerCrime: Suspect in church security guard homicide appears in courtData Report: Over 40% of child support in New Mexico goes unpaidNew Mexico: Speaker Na
  
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• Scattered mountain storms, dry across rest of state

  27-09-2022 20:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – High pressure continues to nudge west into New Mexico today, bringing drier air, warmer temperatures, and quieter conditions across the south and east. Temperatures across the northeast may even be 5-7 degrees above normal for this time of year. Plenty of sunshine is expected to the south and east.
  Forecast Continues BelowNew Mexico: New Mexico wildfire victim celebrates 100th birthdayLocal Sports: Jackson and Wink MMA features A multi-talented fighterAlbuquerque:
  
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• Guilty plea for man arrested in underage prostitution sting

  27-09-2022 20:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Aaron Maestas, a state employee arrested as part of an underage prostitution sting, took a plea deal Tuesday. Maestas pleaded guilty to one count of child solicitation by electronic communication device.
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• Trial begins for MDC officers charged in inmate death

  27-09-2022 20:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Opening statements began Tuesday in the trial of two Metropolitan Detention Center officers charged for the death of an inmate. Keith Brandon and Jonathan Sandoval are charged with involuntary manslaughter for the death of Vincente Villela in 2019. Albuquerque Police opening downtown safety center on CentralThe state argues that while moving Villela to a different cell, the officers used excessive force. They agree that Villela was not being cooperative, but
  
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• Animal Humane hosts 40th 'Doggie Dash and Dawdle'

  27-09-2022 20:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Registration for the Animal Humane of New Mexico's upcoming Doggie Dash and Dawdle is officially open. The annual event will be held on November 6, at Balloon Fiesta Park.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: UNMH breaks ground on new behavioral health crisis centerCrime: Suspect in church security guard homicide appears in courtData Report: Over 40% of child support in New Mexico goes unpaidNew Mexico: Speaker Nancy Pelosi, officials meet with wildfire victim
  
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• Albuquerque Police opening downtown safety center on Central

  27-09-2022 20:02 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bolstering its downtown presence on Central Avenue, Albuquerque Police are slated to open a new substation called the "Downtown Public Safety Center." City leaders are expected to officially open the new investment during a ceremony this afternoon.KRQE News 13 will livestream a planned news conference on this page. Coverage is expected to begin around 1:30 p.m.While APD's presence can often be seen patrolling in the area, the new downtown safety center will
  
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• Walmart to provide employees with fertility, surrogacy coverage

  27-09-2022 19:47 via krqe.com
  
  BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart has announced that it will provide employees with several new family-building benefits, including fertility and surrogacy coverage.The retail giant named Kindbody, a family-building benefits provider for employers, as the fertility provider for its new Center of Excellence (COE) for family-building benefits. Employees will have access to Kindbody’s network of facilities across the U.S., including a new state-of-the-art clinic and in vitro ferti
  
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• Chefs get ready to compete in annual food competition

  27-09-2022 19:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – "Duke it Out" cooking competition is taking place this week. The competition puts some of the state's top chefs against each other in a 'chopped' style competition.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: UNMH breaks ground on new behavioral health crisis centerCrime: Suspect in church security guard homicide appears in courtData Report: Over 40% of child support in New Mexico goes unpaidNew Mexico: Speaker Nancy Pelosi, officials meet with wildfire victimsSteve
  
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• Texas couple puts dirty diapers in box to trick porch pirates, thieves strike back with cow manure

  27-09-2022 19:16 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Several residents of a neighborhood in south Austin, Texas, claim to have seen the same thieves swiping packages from their porches again and again.
  "We need to stop this now, especially before the holidays get started," said Gabriela, one of the victims. "They're hitting in the middle of the day, the middle of the night. Same car. Same people."Gabriela was already frustrated when it happened to her. But when she saw her neighbors posting surveillance videos of what looked
  
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• Group sues to block Biden's student loan forgiveness plan

  27-09-2022 19:03 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The Pacific Legal Foundation (PLF) filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against the Department of Education (ED) over its new student loan cancellation policy, becoming the first organization to challenge the Biden administration's move to forgive up to $20,000 in a student's debt.The federal lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court in southern Indiana, contends that Biden's decision to cancel student loan debt for some borrowers is illegal because Congress, which holds the power of the pur
  
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• Taco Bell fans can now vote to bring back discontinued item

  27-09-2022 18:22 via krqe.com
  
  (WXIN) – Taco Bell is giving its Rewards members the power to make the ultimate choice: Bring back either the Double Decker Taco or the Enchirito for a limited time.The taco chain is pitting the fan-favorite items against each other in a voting contest available only on the Taco Bell app. Rewards members can vote once a day for either the crunchy Double Decker Taco or the saucy Enchirito through Oct. 6.Courtesy Taco BellCourtesy Taco BellHere's a brief history lesson on the dueling dishes.
  
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• McDonald's to offer 'adult' meal boxes with bizarre little figurines

  27-09-2022 17:56 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – McDonald’s is saving its freakiest toys for the adults.On Tuesday morning, McDonald’s announced that it had partnered with Cactus Plant Flea Market — a streetwear brand embraced by the likes of Kanye West and Pharrell Williams, among other high-profile fans — to repackage the Happy Meal “experience” for an older audience. The result of their collaboration is the Cactus Plant Flea Market Box: a Happy Meal-style offering packaged with one of fo
  
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• White House releases strategy for ending hunger in US by 2030

  27-09-2022 17:54 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The White House on Tuesday released its national strategy for ending hunger in the United States by 2030 ahead of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health.Under the strategy, the administration will work with Congress to expand access to healthy and free school meals for 9 million more children by 2032. It will do so by working to provide benefits to families to purchase groceries during the summer months while working with Congress to expand Supplemental Nu
  
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• Candy corn recalled over allergy alert

  27-09-2022 17:23 via krqe.com
  
  AUBURN, Mass. (WXIN) -- Those who like candy corn should be on the lookout for a recall due to an allergy alert.Arcade Snacks is recalling its 15-ounce packages of candy corn because egg is not listed as an allergen. People who have egg allergies run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they eat the candy. California aerial production company plants roots in New MexicoThe candy was sold in 15-ounce clear plastic containers marked with UPC 0 18586 00114 4 and a "best by" date of M
  
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• Fall is here, flu season is right around the corner

  27-09-2022 17:16 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With fall officially here, flu season is right around the corner. CVS MinuteClinic is encouraging New Mexico residents to get their seasonal flu vaccine.
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  Albuquerque: UNMH breaks ground on new behavioral health crisis centerCrime: Suspect in church security guard homicide appears in courtData Report: Over 40% of child support in New Mexico goes unpaidNew Mexico: Speaker Nancy Pelosi, officials meet with wildfire victimsAccording to the CDC, i
  
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• "Nuclear After Dark" at the Nuclear museum

  27-09-2022 16:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The National Museum of Nuclear Science and History is hosting its Nuclear After Dark event September 30. The event is open to all ages and will take place outside at the museum, doors open for Nuclear After Dark at 5:30.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: UNMH breaks ground on new behavioral health crisis centerCrime: Suspect in church security guard homicide appears in courtData Report: Over 40% of child support in New Mexico goes unpaidNew Mexico: Spe
  
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• Animal tranquilizer tainting drug supplies in US

  27-09-2022 15:44 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — An animal tranquilizer is appearing more frequently in drug supplies across the country, sometimes causing drug users to lose parts of their limbs.
  Xylazine has been increasingly reported in the heroin and fentanyl supply in Philadelphia and Delaware, causing some people to lose fingers and toes after using what's known as "tranq" on the street. The drug is commonly used for sedation and muscle relaxation in animals such as horses and cattle.Researchers estimate that Xylazin
  
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• American Airlines flight interrupted by sounds of moaning, groaning PA system

  27-09-2022 15:31 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – American Airlines says a mechanical issue was responsible for strange sounds coming from a plane's public announcement system during a flight from Los Angeles to Dallas.
  A viral video posted on social media showed one passenger's reaction to the strange sounds, which he described as "somewhere between an orgasm and vomiting."The video, posted by Emerson Collins, includes a message from a confused flight attendant who apologized for the "irritating sound.""Please be patient with us
  
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• What does it take to be a 'Zebra' at the Balloon Fiesta?

  27-09-2022 15:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the more unique features vital to a successful Balloon Fiesta is the Launch Director. Known affectionately as the "zebras," you'll find them scattered throughout the park grounds aiding in the taking off and landing of balloons. Balloon Fiesta 2022: What you need to knowChris Padilla is the assistant chief of launch at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and has been a launch director for 18 years, making him the longest-serving "zebra." He g
  
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• Amazon’s first Prime Early Access Sale promises slashed prices Oct. 11-12

  27-09-2022 15:10 via krqe.com
  
  BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Prime Day will happen twice this yearIt’s only been a few months since Amazon’s biggest sales event of the year, and we’ve found out that we are getting a double-dose of savings in 2022. That’s right, a second Prime Day-type event is happening in October and it will let consumers get a jump start on holiday gift shopping. Here is a quick rundown of what to expect.In this article: Apple AirPods P
  
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• NASA successfully crashes into asteroid

  27-09-2022 15:09 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — NASA successfully completed its Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) on Monday, launching a spacecraft into an asteroid.The goal: To change the path of the asteroid, diverting it away from Earth.Don't fret. There was no real threat here on Earth.The collision happened 7 million miles away from our planet, and the technology could someday be used to save humanity in an "Armageddon" situation, according to NASA.6 planets are in retrograde? Why do people care?
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• 20,000 Venezuelans have crossed into El Paso since July

  27-09-2022 15:08 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – The City of El Paso is considering spending an additional $4 million to provide migrants free bus rides to their destination of choice, as more and more Venezuelans without sponsors continue crossing over from Mexico.The U.S. Border Patrol on Monday said it has encountered a daily average of 650 migrants from Venezuela so far in September, most of whom walked across the dry bed of the Rio Grande from Juarez, Mexico, and surrendered to agents to request asyl
  
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• 8 AM UPDATE: Cat. 3 Hurricane Ian batters Cuba as it heads toward Tampa Bay

  27-09-2022 14:45 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Ian, now a Category 3 storm, is currently battering Cuba with strong winds and life-threatening storm surge as it makes its way toward the Tampa Bay area,the National Hurricane Center said in its latest advisory.
  The NHC issued a hurricane warning for Tampa Bay Monday night. This means hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected in the area sometime in the next 48 hours.Several Tampa Bay area counties issued evacuation orders on Mo
  
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• 11 AM UPDATE: Ian to approach Gulf Coast as 'extremely dangerous hurricane,' track shifts just south of Tampa Bay

  27-09-2022 14:45 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Ian, now a Category 3 storm, is currently battering Cuba with strong winds and life-threatening storm surge as it makes its way toward the Tampa Bay area,the National Hurricane Center said in its latest advisory.
  The NHC issued a hurricane warning for Tampa Bay Monday night. This means hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected in the area sometime in the next 48 hours.Several Tampa Bay area counties issued evacuation orders on Mo
  
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• 11 AM UPDATE: Ian to approach Florida as 'extremely dangerous hurricane,' track shifts just south of Tampa Bay

  27-09-2022 14:45 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Ian, now a Category 3 storm emerged in the Gulf of Mexico Tuesday morning with its sights set on the Tampa Bay area,according to the National Hurricane Center.Tampa Bay is currently under a hurricane warning, meaning hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected in the area in the next 48 hours.
  On Monday, several Tampa Bay area counties issued evacuation orders on Monday. Residents living in Zones A and B in Hillsborough County,Zone
  
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• 11 AM UPDATE: Cat. 3 Hurricane Ian's track shifts south of Tampa Bay

  27-09-2022 14:45 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Ian, now a Category 3 storm, is currently battering Cuba with strong winds and life-threatening storm surge as it makes its way toward the Tampa Bay area,the National Hurricane Center said in its latest advisory.
  The NHC issued a hurricane warning for Tampa Bay Monday night. This means hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected in the area sometime in the next 48 hours.Several Tampa Bay area counties issued evacuation orders on Mo
  
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• 11 AM UPDATE: Cat. 3 Hurricane Ian's track shifts just south of Tampa Bay

  27-09-2022 14:45 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Ian, now a Category 3 storm, is currently battering Cuba with strong winds and life-threatening storm surge as it makes its way toward the Tampa Bay area,the National Hurricane Center said in its latest advisory.
  The NHC issued a hurricane warning for Tampa Bay Monday night. This means hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected in the area sometime in the next 48 hours.Several Tampa Bay area counties issued evacuation orders on Mo
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Facing murder charges, Tasing lawsuit, Mountain storms, New signals, Fire survivor

  27-09-2022 14:43 via krqe.com
  
  Tuesday's Top StoriesAPD: Suspect injured in police shooting in southeast AlbuquerqueOver 40% of child support in New Mexico goes unpaidTrial starts for 2 Metropolitan Detention Center officers charged in death of inmateDEA: Fentanyl is ‘number one threat’ in New MexicoLa Cueva’s Aiden Armenta is glad he chose Lobos footballSuspect in church security guard homicide appears in courtViews from space show massive size of Hurricane IanIranian lawmaker slams protestersHurricane Ian
  
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• Views from space show massive size of Hurricane Ian

  27-09-2022 14:34 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – As Florida braces for Hurricane Ian's impact on the ground, astronauts on the International Space Station got a view of the huge storm from up above.
  The space station recorded video Monday showing the dense, spinning clouds over the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. The hurricane covers so much ground, parts of it disappear from view due to the curvature of the Earth.
  Another view from space, taken from a satellite, shows the storm barreling toward Cuba. An outer ring of
  
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• Mountain storms for central and northern New Mexico

  27-09-2022 14:32 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – This morning is clear and cool across the state. We will be warm by the afternoon with highs in the 70s and 80s. Isolated storms will develop in the central, western and northern mountains this afternoon. Most rain will stay over the high terrain, and dissipate as storms move off of the mountains.Forecast Continues BelowNew Mexico: Jemez Haunted Graveyard organizers looking for volunteersLocal Sports: Prestigious wrestling coach Brian Snyder speaks at Volcano Vista
  
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• Video: Las Cruces restaurant owner accused of killing wife

  27-09-2022 14:14 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A well-known restaurant owner is facing charges accused of murdering his wife. Video shows some of the many police responses to the Yacone residence leading up to Kimberly Yacone's death, where even Dona Ana County deputies say Robert Yacone appeared to be paranoid.
  Six months before her death, a frustrated Kimberly Yacone explains to Dona Ana County deputies that her husband, Robert Yacone, is becoming increasingly unhinged, accusing her of having an affair.
  
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• DEA: Fentanyl is 'number one threat' in New Mexico

  27-09-2022 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's common these days to hear stories about fentanyl seizures, arrests and busts in New Mexico. In fact, the largest fentanyl bust in the FBI's bureau history was just made in Albuquerque earlier this month.But just how problematic is the drug for the New Mexico community? Where is it coming from? Who's at risk? And why is the drug seemingly driving a surge of new educational campaigns? If you have basic questions about fentanyl, you're not alone.KRQE News
  
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• APD: Suspect injured in police shooting in southeast Albuquerque

  27-09-2022 13:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Officers with the Albuquerque Police Department were sent to the Whispering Sands Apartment Complex near Tramway and Central around 11 p.m. Monday night for a dispute between residents. Police say during the incident one of the people barricaded themselves in their apartment.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: Johnny Tapia’s family opens fight shop in his honorCrime: Albuquerque police investigating 100th homicide; officials foresee more murders than 2
  
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• Shakira to face trial on charges of tax fraud in Spain

  27-09-2022 13:49 via krqe.com
  
  BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — A Spanish judge on Tuesday approved a trial for Colombian pop singer Shakira on charges of tax fraud.Spanish prosecutors accused the entertainer in 2018 of failing to pay 14.5 million euros ($13.9) in taxes on income earned between 2012 and 2014. Prosecutors are seeking an eight-year prison sentence and a hefty fine if she is found guilty of tax evasion.Shakira, 45, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and rejected a deal with authorities to avoid going to trial. He
  
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• Ranked: The best high schools in the country for 2023

  27-09-2022 13:02 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – When it comes to the best public high school in the country, a newcomer from North Carolina has broken through the ranks, according to a new study.Niche, a site that combines ratings from students, parents and alumni with quantitative data, just released its high school rankings for 2023 and found that the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics to be the best in the nation.
  The Durham school climbed steadily during the pandemic, ranked number 4 in 2021, it achieved se
  
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• Bryce Santana feels confident as the Lobos head back into Mountain West Conference play

  27-09-2022 06:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The game didn't go like he would have liked. Bryce Santana wanted the Lobos to have a better showing in a 38-0 loss at LSU this past weekend. What did happen is that Santana learned something about himself after his best showing in Lobos cherry and silver.
  "I just learned I can compete with anybody," said Santana. "I gained a lot of confidence playing in that game. I know that I can play against any school we face up against."
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• La Cueva's Aiden Armenta is glad he chose Lobos football

  27-09-2022 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Aiden Armenta said it's easy now to just focus on football. The La Cueva Bears star quarterback announced on social media Sunday that he chose Danny Gonzales and the University of New Mexico.
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  Albuquerque: Johnny Tapia’s family opens fight shop in his honorCrime: Albuquerque police investigating 100th homicide; officials foresee more murders than 2021Top Story: New Mexico to send new round of cash payments to low-income house
  
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• Evaporating rain could lead to strong wind gusts Tuesday afternoon

  27-09-2022 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  A few isolated storms will develop again Tuesday afternoon, but evaporating rain could lead to some very gusty winds. Drier weather returns the rest of the week, but we'll be watching rain chances for the first weekend of Fiesta.
  Drier air will be moving in from the southeast Tuesday, moving the rain chances into northern New Mexico. Once again, dry air will cause more rain to evaporate before it reaches the ground (virga). That could bring 50 mph wind gusts underneath the virga. The best chance
  
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• California aerial production company plants roots in New Mexico

  27-09-2022 06:15 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico is a hotspot for movie and tv show productions. One couple was getting so much movie work in the state they moved their California-based production company here.
  Steve Stafford and Carolyn Hollingsworth have an adventurous life together. "The adventures just beginning. Now that we're in Santa Fe, it's like a whole new chapter for us. We love it here," said Chief Pilot of Studio Wings, Steve Stafford.
  They make a living filming movie scenes from the air w
  
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• New Mexico wildfire victim celebrates 100th birthday

  27-09-2022 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – This wasn't just any birthday celebration. This was one for the books. Tommie Carter celebrated her 100th birthday Monday at the Crowne Plaza in Albuquerque. It's a hotel she's called home since May after her entire life was destroyed in the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon wildfire."It burned everything. I had written a story about my life, and it was getting ready to be published, and it got burned," Carter said.
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• UNMH breaks ground on new behavioral health crisis center

  27-09-2022 05:31 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a big day for the University of New Mexico Hospital as they finally broke ground on their new behavioral health crisis center. The new center will be next to UNM's psychiatric center on Marble. Ave.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: Johnny Tapia’s family opens fight shop in his honorCrime: Albuquerque police investigating 100th homicide; officials foresee more murders than 2021Top Story: New Mexico to send new round of cash payments to low
  
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• Crime Stoppers search for suspects who opened fire outside Albuquerque store

  27-09-2022 05:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Authorities are searching for the suspects who opened fire at a grocery store. On Aug. 7, officers were called to Adam's Food Market on Central. They say the suspects pointed a gun at store staff after some sort of altercation.
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  Albuquerque: Johnny Tapia’s family opens fight shop in his honorCrime: Albuquerque police investigating 100th homicide; officials foresee more murders than 2021Top Story: New Mexico to send new round
  
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• New Mexico Supreme Court rules ethics violation isn't necessarily a crime

  27-09-2022 05:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Supreme Court has ruled that an ethical violation by a public official isn't a crime. Their ruling focused on four high-profile cases that were all charged under a new statute passed by the legislature.The state supreme court ruling reverses the appeals court, which stated the ethics legislation created a criminal charge. The supreme court heard the case in January. They were deciding whether the law for an ethics charge was written so loose
  
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• Lawsuit filed on behalf of man who died after being tased 18 times

  27-09-2022 03:57 via krqe.com
  
  GALLUP, N.M. (KRQE) – The family of a Missouri man who died after being tased almost twenty times while on a road trip through New Mexico is now suing. The lawsuit claims McKinley County deputies had no right to go after the unarmed man in the first place and highlights that one of the deputies had been drinking that day. On May 18th, McKinley County Sheriff's Deputies were called to a rest stop near Gallup after 39-year-old Robert Carroll was seen walking around disori
  
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• Santa Fe Police: Arsonist could be responsible for at least 16 fires

  27-09-2022 03:40 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe Police Lieutenant Chris McCord says they get calls throughout the year about arson fires, but this is unusual. There is still a lot of information they still need to gather. “We're really focusing on getting that video if any of those locations have video or have tips,” said. Lt. McCord.Story continues below:
  Albuquerque: Johnny Tapia’s family opens fight shop in his honorCrime: Albuquerque police investigating 100th homicide; of
  
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