Albuquerque news

• October mortgage rates will continue to rise, haunting home buyers

  08-10-2022 23:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NerdWallet) - Mortgage interest rates are likely to keep on rising in October. Projecting the trend for mortgage rates this month isn't particularly tricky, but it doesn't look like there'll be any treats, either.While we don't face the specter of another Federal Reserve meeting until November, the central bankers' 75-basis-point rate increase in late September, coupled with their latest round of predictions for interest rates, should be more than enough to spook mortgage lenders. What's less c
  
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• As Mar-a-Lago case advances, Trump's initial success could fade

  08-10-2022 23:14 via krqe.com
  
  Former President Trump’s battle against the Justice Department investigation into the mishandling of government records at Mar-a-Lago has now reached the highest court, but legal experts say he may not fare as well as his case is pushed before new judges. Trump scored an initial victory before a federal district court judge in Florida, who granted his request to appoint a special master to review the more than 10,000 government documents seized at his home to determine whether any mig
  
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• TRAFFIC: Montgomery Exit reopens after afternoon closure

  08-10-2022 22:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Saturday afternoon, a part of I-25 shut down due to police activity. Traffic was not allowed to use the I-25 Montgomery Exit during the closure.Because of police activity, the Montano/Montgomery North Exit 228 closed Saturday afternoon. The surrounding area of I-25 was also closed.
  The New Mexico Roads (511) tweeted at 4:22 p.m. that the closure has ended.
  
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• TRAFFIC: Montgomery Exit closed due to police activity

  08-10-2022 22:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Traffic is being directed away from I-25's Montgomery Exit. Police are active in the area.Due to police activity, the Montano/Montgomery North Exit 228 is closed. I-25 in the area is also closed.
  
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• Teenage thief allegedly steals and eats 'world's hottest' gummy bear, immediately suffers consequences

  08-10-2022 21:11 via krqe.com
  
  ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) — A pharmacy in Texas took to Facebook this week to respond to an alleged incident in which a teen reportedly stole and ate a Lil' Nitro — described as "The World's Hottest Gummy Bear" — and almost immediately suffered the consequences.
  The operators of Sunflower Rx, in downtown Odessa, said they're hoping the teen has learned his lesson.In the Facebook post, the operators or Sunflower Rx said the teen and his friend visited the store on Monday, Oct. 3
  
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• 3 common credit myths that could damage your score

  08-10-2022 20:02 via krqe.com
  
  (NerdWallet) - Financial misinformation is rampant, and it could be hurting your credit score. A new NerdWallet survey finds that Americans hold many misconceptions about their credit, some of which could seriously damage their scores. Here are three common credit score myths and how to guard against them.Myth 1. Leaving a balance on your credit card is good for your scoreThis is a sticky credit myth: Nearly half of Americans (46%) think leaving a balance on their credit card is better for their
  
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• Effort to recover Indigenous language also revitalizes culture, history and identity

  08-10-2022 20:00 via krqe.com
  
  (THE CONVERSATION) -- When the federal government set up boarding schools in the 19th century to assimilate Native American children into American culture, one of the objectives was to get them to turn away from the use of their native languages. In recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the U.S., The Conversation turned to Daryl Baldwin, a citizen of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma who is a leader in Native American language and cultural revitalization and a member of the Nationa
  
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• PHOTOS: Rain cancels ascension, static displays still make appearance during last Saturday of Balloon Fiesta

  08-10-2022 19:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) -- Rain, clouds, and a breeze welcomed Balloon Fiesta visitors on Saturday morning. The weather yielded a yellow flag which, in turn, canceled mass ascension.
  Most pilots drove away with their balloon setups once the cancelation was announced. However, a few stayed behind to give the crowd a peek at what the festival is all about. Photos of the static displays and crowd can be seen below.
  A slot machine shape made during the morning drone show.The numbers '25' seen durin
  
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• Florida duo caught stealing thousands of dollars in 'liquid gold,' deputies say

  08-10-2022 18:23 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Two Florida men are behind bars after they were caught pumping thousands of dollars worth of "liquid gold" from a local restaurant early Thursday morning, according to authorities.The Flagler County Sheriff's Office said Rui Gen Lin, 48, of St. Johns, and Rong Chen, 41, of Gainesville, were caught in the act of pumping used cooking oil, nicknamed “liquid gold,” from a restaurant in Palm Coast. Teenage thief allegedly steals and eats ‘world’s hot
  
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• Some New Mexico lawmakers debate higher tax rate for alcohol

  08-10-2022 18:00 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M.  (AP) — New Mexico has the worst rate in the nation for alcohol-related deaths at nearly 2,000 people per year and some lawmakers are debating whether the state tax on booze should be higher.The Santa Fe New Mexican reports the Legislative Health and Human Services Committee has chosen an alcohol tax increase as one of its top priorities for next year.But some lawmakers don’t know how much to increase the alcohol tax, whether to change how the taxes are levied and
  
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• New Mexico Environment Department: Spill cleanup in Jaybird Canyon underway

  08-10-2022 16:45 via krqe.com
  
  SILVER CITY, N.M. (KRQE) – Cleanup efforts have begun after an asphalt emulsion spill. The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) said the spill took place during the last week of September.
  What happened?On September 26, NMED alleged a truck owned by R. Marley LLC overturned on Highway 15 and spilled asphalt emulsion down Jaybird Canyon, which connected to Meadow Creek. NMED said the spill was not reported by the company, and it was discovered a week later when the incident was rep
  
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• ABQ BioPark moves indoors to protect them from rising cases of avian flu

  08-10-2022 16:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The ABQ BioPark has moved many of its birds indoors to protect them from avian influenza. BioPark officials say none of their birds are showing any disease symptoms.One of the most haunted RV campgrounds is in New MexicoHowever,y they are keeping them inside or covering their exhibits to prevent them from contact with infected birds. Waterfowl like ducks, geese, and swans are at the greatest risk. However, the viral infection can affect other birds too.
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• How to keep your jack-o’-lantern from turning into moldy, maggoty mush before Halloween

  08-10-2022 16:32 via krqe.com
  
  (The Conversation) -- For many Americans, pumpkins mean that fall is here. In anticipation, coffee shops, restaurants and grocery stores start their pumpkin flavor promotions in late August, a month before autumn officially begins. And shoppers start buying fresh decorative winter produce, such as pumpkins and turban squash, in the hot, sultry days of late summer.But these fruits – yes, botanically, pumpkins and squash are fruits – don’t last forever. And th
  
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• 'Great resignation'? 'Quiet quitting'? If you’re surprised by America’s anti-work movement, maybe you need to watch more movies

  08-10-2022 16:00 via krqe.com
  
  (THE CONVERSATION) -- A femme fatale who tries to con thousands through her lover’s insurance company. Jobless bikers on drug-fueled adventures in New Orleans. People smashing printers at work.Watching movies like “Double Indemnity,” “Easy Rider” and “Office Space,” you might think Americans had never heard of the Protestant work ethic – the spirit of sacrifice and delayed gratification that helped build capitalism.Films like these reveal
  
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• Heating costs expected to soar this winter – save money by doing these things

  08-10-2022 15:02 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Americans busy clearing leaves from gutters and protecting their pipes may want to add another to-do before winter arrives – prepare for a spike in heating costs.On Tuesday, the Energy Information Administration (EIA), a statistics agency with the Energy Department, said that the residential and commercial natural gas price is hitting multiyear highs in 2022, with the price soaring to roughly double 2021's cost in some months."It certainly appears that we’re going t
  
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• Giovanni's Pizzeria to reopen Saturday

  08-10-2022 14:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –An Albuquerque pizzeria is set to reopen in the wake of tragedy. It has been six weeks since Rosario Zito was gunned down during a robbery outside Giovanni's, the restaurant he owned on San Pedro and Kathryn.
  “He was a blessing”: Friends mourn loss of beloved Albuquerque pizzeria ownerMan accused of killing Albuquerque pizzeria owner has long criminal historyAlbuquerque pizza shop owner killed during robbery, suspect arrestedZito was a beloved sta
  
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• Widespread rain Saturday throughout New Mexico

  08-10-2022 14:15 via krqe.com
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The beat goes on for us with our continued cool, damp, and cloudy pattern. In addition, we'll see widespread rain showers throughout the day. The steadier rain is south in Socorro County currently but is moving northwards towards the ABQ metro this morning. This could impact Balloon Fiesta in the next couple of hours. Otherwise, wind speeds are fairly light. Heavier rain will develop over central New Mexico through the afternoon as well. It'll be the soggier
  
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• Yellow flag for now as officials monitor weather on Day 8 of Balloon Fiesta

  08-10-2022 14:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Saturday is the eighth day of the Albuquerque International Balloon. For now, the flag is yellow as officials continue to monitor the weather. Right now at the park, the winds are light, and there is a misting rain.Widespread rain Saturday throughout New MexicoBelow is a list of events planned for Saturday, weather permitting.
  5:45 am Aerial Light Show, sponsored by Sandia Resort & Casino6:00 am Dawn Patrol Show, presented by Route 66 Casino Hotel and RV
  
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• Weather cancels Saturday's balloon launch on Day 8 of Balloon Fiesta

  08-10-2022 14:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Saturday is the eighth day of the Albuquerque International Balloon. The weather has forced Saturday's launch to be canceled.Widespread rain Saturday throughout New MexicoHeavier rain will develop over central New Mexico through the afternoon as well. It’ll be the soggier of the two weekend days. High temps will rise only into the middle 60s again for Albuquerque, upper 50s for Santa Fe, and upper 60s for Roswell.Sunday morning, the last day of the Bal
  
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• Balloon Fiesta Pilot Briefing - Day 8

  08-10-2022 14:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Saturday is the eighth day of the Albuquerque International Balloon. The pilot's briefing is underway, where pilots discuss weather and flight safety. Each morning, officials determine if balloons are safe to go up. Conditions for flight are known as 'green flag,' 'yellow flag,' and 'red flag.'Widespread rain Saturday throughout New MexicoBelow is a list of events planned for Saturday, weather permitting.
  5:45 am Aerial Light Show, sponsored by Sandia Resort
  
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• Cities with the fastest growing home prices in Farmington metro area

  08-10-2022 12:00 via krqe.com
  
  FARMINGTON, N.M. (Stacker) -- It goes without saying that the coronavirus pandemic has sparked a wave of uncertainty across myriad industries, and not other market has quite felt its impact like that of real estate.
  The pandemic has become a driving force behind the continued real estate boom, with high demand for vacation homes and a limited supply of housing that has prompted buyers and investors to bid up prices for affordable properties, causing home prices to skyrocket.Mora County emergency
  
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• Friday Night Football - Week 8

  08-10-2022 07:36 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The high school football season is in the final stretch. Week eight has been full of highlights, and here is a breakdown of how things shaped out.Albuquerque High made the trip down to Los Lunas for a district 5 matchup. The Bulldogs entered the day on a five game losing streak, while the Tigers picked up their first win in over a month last week. Los Lunas went on to win their second consecutive, as they beat AHS 27-0.District 2/5 teams Sandia and Eldorado met at
  
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• Storm chances continue into the weekend

  08-10-2022 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – An active and wet weather pattern will continue through the weekend. Saturday will be the wettest day with widespread chances for rain by the afternoon.
  Forecast Continues BelowNew Mexico: One of the most haunted RV campgrounds is in New MexicoBallon Fiesta: Baby bumblebee balloon found after reported stolen ahead of Special Shape RodeoSpace: NASA captures ancient lava flow in New MexicoMore rain and storms moved into New Mexico Friday, bringing the heaviest rainfa
  
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• Repeat Albuquerque offender also repeatedly skips out on court

  08-10-2022 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Another no-show for an Albuquerque woman racking up high-profile charges, including a police chase and now, murder. This is far from the first time 44-year-old Maria Acosta decided to skip going to court. Judge grants release for Albuquerque repeat offenderIt is, however, the most serious charge ever filed against her – murder. Acosta was indicted last week on first-degree murder charges tied to the death of her ex-boyfriend, David Salazar.APD says in
  
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• New Balloon Fiesta Park and Ride platform eases traffic tensions

  08-10-2022 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Albuquerque’s Parks and Recreation department introduced a new bus depot to help ease congestion at the park. The city says you can avoid bumper-to-bumper traffic by taking the Park and Ride. This year, the parks and rec department made it even easier to hop on the buses.“This is our first year of our brand new Park and Ride facility at this location and it seems to be working so fantastically,” said Dave Simon, Director of the
  
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• "Breaks my heart": video catches thieves stealing another Albuquerque trailer

  08-10-2022 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – "I came outside, saw the trailer was missing, and immediately called APD," said Manford Mora. Video shows thieves hooking up to a trailer and driving away with it early Thursday morning.
  It was taken from a home, locks and all, near Unser and McMahon on Albuquerque's northwest side. "My trailer was right here. They just backed up right here and took it right out of the driveway," Mora said. Special agents up efforts stop car theft at Balloon FiestaIt was not
  
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• Lovington school bus driver failed to yield

  08-10-2022 05:44 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – State police say the Lovington school bus involved in a crash failed to yield. Fortunately, there were no major injuries."I personally made contact with the parents, and like I said, thank God we were able to walk out of the hospital last night," said Pamela Quinones.Story continues below:
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• 3 teens facing murder charges in Taos

  08-10-2022 04:19 via krqe.com
  
  TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – Three teens are behind bars for the murder of a Taos woman. Police were called to the home on La Luz Drive.State police say on Wednesday at around 5:00 a.m. A 19-year-old man with gunshot wounds knocked on their neighbor's door.Story continues below:
  New Mexico: One of the most haunted RV campgrounds is in New MexicoBallon Fiesta: Baby bumblebee balloon found after reported stolen ahead of Special Shape RodeoEntertainment: McDonald’s officially brings back Ha
  
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• Weather forces shelter in place at Balloon Fiesta Park

  08-10-2022 03:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A shelter-in-place was ordered Friday night during the Balloon Fiesta's planned Special Shapes Glowdeo. The official Balloon Fiesta Twitter account tweeted around 7:29 p.m. that those in attendance should move to the Sid Cutter Pavilion, Event Center, or board school buses.Story continues below:
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• Shelter in place lifted at Balloon Fiesta Park Friday

  08-10-2022 03:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A shelter-in-place was ordered Friday night during the Balloon Fiesta's planned Special Shapes Glowdeo. The order lasted until about 8:10 p.m.
  A lightning storm sent thousands of visitors scrambling for cover. "We didn't think the storm was that big at first," said visitor Ivan Madrid. "We just felt a little bit of drops, but then five minutes later, we felt the rain coming really hard."Story continues below:
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• Shelter in place lifted at Balloon Fiesta Park

  08-10-2022 03:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A shelter-in-place was ordered Friday night during the Balloon Fiesta's planned Special Shapes Glowdeo. The order lasted until about 8:10 p.m.
  The official Balloon Fiesta Twitter account tweeted around 7:29 p.m. that those in attendance should move to the Sid Cutter Pavilion, Event Center, or board school buses.Story continues below:
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• Sweet Saturdays come to the Museum of Natural History and Science

  08-10-2022 03:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a sweet way to spend Saturdays with your family. A new event where you can sink your teeth into the history and science behind chocolate."Sweet Saturdays is all about trying to enhance the chocolate experience," says the Executive Director of the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science Dr. Anthony Fiorillo. The museum opened its doors to the "Chocolate: The Exhibition" this summer. The traveling exhibit teaches visitors about the history a
  
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• VIDEO: Officer fired for shooting at teens in Texas McDonald's parking lot

  08-10-2022 03:41 via krqe.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO (WFLA) — A Texas police officer was fired after shooting at two teenagers in a McDonald's parking lot, sending one to the hospital.The San Antonio Police Department released body cam video Wednesday showing the incident between the two teenagers and the officer last Sunday at around 10:40 p.m.Story continues below:
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• School teacher shot and killed by Bernalillo, Sandoval County law enforcement

  08-10-2022 01:54 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO, N.M. (KRQE) – A Rio Rancho elementary school teacher has been identified as the man killed in what law enforcement says was suicide by police. Bernalillo police and Sandoval County deputies were called to a Bernalillo home on Monday, because of a man, later identified as Gary Desanctis, armed with a rifle. APD: SWAT situation leads to officer involved shootingOfficers say they ordered the 51-year-old to drop the rifle but instead, he pointed it at them. Both agencies opene
  
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• Customers see hiccup in Park and Ride service during Balloon Fiesta's first weekend

  08-10-2022 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After getting complaints that people waited two hours for buses at the Coronado Center Park and Ride last weekend and arrived late for Balloon Fiesta, KRQE decided to check out the system Friday morning.
  "I think it's moving really fast. I'm very happy with it," said Melissa, a visitor waiting in line. Balloon Fiesta 2022: What you need to knowLast Saturday, visitors were claiming there weren't enough buses at the Coronado Center Park and Ride and the last r
  
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• Lawyer gets prison for laundering millions in drug money

  08-10-2022 01:16 via krqe.com
  
  SAN DIEGO (AP) — A lawyer who laundered millions of dollars in drug money for a violent Mexican drug cartel was sentenced Friday to 15 years and eight months in federal prison.Juan Manuel Álvarez Inzunza, 40, told a federal judge in San Diego, California, that he was “deeply remorseful” and thanked the U.S. government for his capture. The Mexican citizen said his 2016 arrest ended his criminal career and helped make sure “my conduct didn’t get any worse,&rdqu
  
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• Son of suspect arrested in murders of Albuquerque Muslim men expected to be released from custody

  08-10-2022 01:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Shaheen Syed, the son of the man charged with shooting and killing three Muslim men in Albuquerque, is expected to be released from federal custody. In August, the U.S. Attorney's Office charged Shaheen Syed with lying on the ATF form used to purchase two firearms in June of 2021. Family of man accused in Muslim murders speaks outA motion was then filed to keep Shaheen in federal custody while awaiting trial, calling him a "flight risk and a danger to t
  
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• Son of suspect arrested in murders of Albuquerque Muslim men expected to be released

  08-10-2022 01:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Shaheen Syed, the son of the man charged with shooting and killing three Muslim men in Albuquerque, is expected to be released from federal custody. In August, the U.S. Attorney's Office charged Shaheen Syed with lying on the ATF form used to purchase two firearms in June of 2021. Family of man accused in Muslim murders speaks outA motion was then filed to keep Shaheen in federal custody while awaiting trial, calling him a "flight risk and a danger to t
  
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• Rain continues across New Mexico this weekend

  08-10-2022 00:55 via krqe.com
  
  An active and wet weather pattern will continue through the weekend. Saturday will be the wettest day with widespread chances for rain by the afternoon.More rain and storms moved into New Mexico Friday, bringing the heaviest rainfall accumulation to southern and eastern parts of the state. Overnight, rain will continue for areas along and south of I-40 as an upper level moisture pumps more moisture into the state. Rain should stay just south of Albuquerque for Mass Ascension Saturday morning, bu
  
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• Lawmakers work on new legislation to help manage wild horse population

  08-10-2022 00:51 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Lawmakers are working on new legislation they believe will help manage the wild horse population across New Mexico. Jessica Johnson is the chief government affairs officer for Animal Protection Voters, a lobbyist group pushing for animal protection in New Mexico. She says they have been fighting for years for a change in a law that would better protect wild horses in New Mexico.
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• PNM bill payment assistance available next weekend

  08-10-2022 00:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Public Service Company of New Mexico will host an event to help those struggling to pay their bills. The Albuquerque Assistance Fair on October 15 will connect PNM and other utilities directly with those in need.Other community support groups will also be on hand to provide flu shots, free diapers, and more. People will need to bring the following to qualify:Their past due bill.LIHEAP approval letter for the current year, 2021-2022.Proof of identificatio
  
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• Tesla opening store on Santa Ana Pueblo

  08-10-2022 00:21 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Tesla is opening its second store in New Mexico, this time in the Pueblo of Santa Ana. New Mexico law prohibits the direct sale of cars from manufacturers. Tesla, however, has found they can open stores on tribal land.Story continues below:
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• VIDEO: BCSO deputies arrive at fatal road rage shooting

  08-10-2022 00:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – We're seeing the moments Bernalillo County sheriff's deputies arrive at the scene of the road rage shooting that left a CNM student and mentor dead. The man charged with that crime is the brother of Fabian Gonzales. When deputies encountered Joseph Gonzales after the shooting he was more than willing to speak out. APD closing Victoria Martens case until new information is foundWhen deputies arrived at the murder scene on August 29 in Albuquerque's South Vall
  
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