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• City hosts 'Fall Make & Take' Halloween event

  26-10-2022 22:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The City of Albuquerque is hosting a "Fall Make & Take" event. Attendees can bring their families out for a night of pumpkin painting, games, and treats. The pumpkins you decorate can also be taken home.One of the most haunted RV campgrounds is in New MexicoThe free event is happening Friday, October 28, from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Taylor Ranch Community Center.
  
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• Santa Fe Arts and Culture celebrates 'Fe.mous Campaign'

  26-10-2022 22:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The Santa Fe Arts and Culture Department is launching a celebration of Santa Fe arts and local celebrities with its Fe.mous campaign. The campaign will feature a mix of musicians, artists, poets, business owners, and scientists to showcase the diverse and thriving art community of Santa Fe. With a focus on what makes Santa Fe an inspiration for creatives. Skate-O-Mania donates facility for Halloween party for those with disabilities“Santa Fe has long be
  
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• Sandia Peak Tram to temporarily close for fall maintenance

  26-10-2022 21:58 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Sandia Peak Tram Tram will be closed for fall maintenance. The closure will be from Tuesday, November 1, through Wednesday, November 9.
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  New Mexico: Teen charged after hosting underage party that led to fatal Taos crashCrime: 2 arrested in San Juan County for child abuseAlbuquerque: Tools of late Queen of England’s former master saddler stolen in AlbuquerquePolitics: Vice President Kamala Harris visits New Mexico, backs up rig
  
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• Albuquerque Police Council seeks new board members

  26-10-2022 21:58 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –TheAlbuquerque Police Council works to engage in meaningful dialogue between Albuquerque police and the citizens they serve. The primary objective is to build a bridge between the community and APD, which can create better policies within the department. Rio Grande Food Project invites the community to ‘Hike to End Hunger’They are currently looking for board members and they are asking the public to join them. Individuals who are interested will g
  
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• Rio Grande Credit Union hosts sock drive

  26-10-2022 21:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Rio Grande Credit Union will be hosting a sock drive for disabled American Veterans along with a quilt raffle.Haven House brings awareness on domestic violenceFrom Oct. 10 - Nov. 4 community members are encouraged to donate new packs of socks at any Rio Grande Credit Union location. The socks will be donated to local veterans. In conjunction with the sock drive, the credit union will be holding a raffle for a beautiful quilt. It was handmade by a former RGCU
  
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• 'Books on the Bosque' a new bookstore hosting book club

  26-10-2022 21:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – 'Books on the Bosque' is a new independent Bookstore that has opened on the west side. According to the American Booksellers Association, independent bookstore sales are up by nearly 400 % since 2019. Two Men and a Truck provide easy DIY Halloween costume ideasThe bookstore had its grand opening on Oct. 15. Books on the Bosque is open from 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. Mon-Thurs and 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat. - Sun. They are also hosting book clubs for the month of November, age
  
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• Suspects accused of stealing almost $2,000 in items from Home Depot

  26-10-2022 21:39 via krqe.com
  
  LOS LUNAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Los Lunas Police Department is asking for help identifying three suspects accused of stealing about $1,800 worth of items from a Home Depot.Courtesy: Los Lunas Police DepartmentCourtesy: Los Lunas Police DepartmentCourtesy: Los Lunas Police DepartmentPolice say one of the suspects threatened an employee with a metal baton and another sprayed bear spray at the same employee. The three suspects are then accused of fleeing the scene in a stolen Chevy Impala w
  
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• Theft of frozen beef uncovers alleged multi-state meat crime ring

  26-10-2022 21:15 via krqe.com
  
  (WFRV) - An investigation revealed $9 million worth of meat was stolen across six states in a "highly sophisticated Organized Criminal Enterprise" targeting meat packaging plants, law enforcement officials in the Midwest said.
  According to the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office in Nebraska, the investigation started on June 27 after multiple semi-trailers and loads of frozen beef were stolen in the state. The initial investigation estimated the loss was around $1 million.One of the most haunted R
  
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• Western states propose deal over beleaguered Rio Grande

  26-10-2022 21:14 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.  (AP) — New Mexico, Texas and Colorado have negotiated a proposed settlement that they say will end a yearslong battle over management of one of the longest rivers in North America, but the federal government and two irrigation districts that depend on the Rio Grande are objecting. In New Mexico, there’s not enough water for everyoneNew Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas on Tuesday announced that the states had brokered a deal following months of
  
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• After setting up more than 100 companies to help avoid taxes, Albuquerque woman faces prison time

  26-10-2022 20:48 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque woman who ran a business helping companies get started has pled guilty to defrauding the U.S. government. Stacy Underwood allegedly opened at least 114 bank accounts for her clients while helping hide millions in funds from the IRS.According to her guilty plea filed in federal court, Underwood and partner David Wellington ran a business called National Business Services, which helped others set up limited liability companies (LLCs). A key
  
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• Breezy afternoon before next fall storm system

  26-10-2022 20:42 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Wednesday will be the calm before the storm, with mostly dry and sunny conditions expected across the state. Temperatures will warm a few more degrees into this afternoon, but still remain below average across the central and northern parts of the state. Cloud coverage may begin pushing in north late tonight ahead of a low pressure system.
  Forecast Continues BelowNew Mexico: Eastern New Mexico University receives $700k grant for researchCrime: Albuquerque woma
  
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• Brief evacuation at FAA facility in Albuquerque

  26-10-2022 20:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Some flights to and from the Albuquerque International Sunport were diverted or delayed Wednesday morning after a brief evacuation of non-essential personnel at the FAA Air Traffic Control Center in Albuquerque. Socorro schools see uptick in fentanyl useOfficials say fumes in the FAA facility, near Paseo Del Norte and Louisiana, caused the brief evacuation of non-essential personnel. They say air traffic controllers stayed to handle flights that were already
  
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• Woman shooting at Mountain Dew bottles tells police her bizarre reasoning, gets cited: 'Don't DEW this'

  26-10-2022 18:11 via krqe.com
  
  GASTONIA, N.C. (WJZY) – A woman in North Carolina was cited on Monday after she was accused of shooting at Mountain Dew bottles because she “didn’t approve” of her father drinking them, according to police.Police said officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots in a residential neighborhood of Gastonia on Monday to find a 64-year-old woman with a revolver in her backyard.The woman was reportedly shooting at four Diet Mountain Dew bottles, the officers said. Man on
  
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• Park outside: Kia recalls SUVs again for risk of engine fire

  26-10-2022 17:56 via krqe.com
  
  Kia is telling owners of nearly 72,000 older Sportage small SUVs in the U.S. to park them outdoors and away from structures after getting reports of more engine fires.It's the second time that Sportages from the 2008 and 2009 model years have been recalled due to fire risks that apparently can start near a hydraulic engine control device.Documents posted Wednesday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say fires can start while the engines are running or when they're turned off. T
  
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• Vintage VHS copies of iconic horror films up for Halloween auction

  26-10-2022 17:23 via krqe.com
  
  (KRON) – The days of renting a VHS from a Blockbuster, Movie Gallery or other regional video rental store are a thing of the past, but that doesn't mean the old tapes have been completely forgotten.In fact, some movie buffs and collectors are keeping the love of VHS alive — or in some cases, undead. Your old VHS tapes might be worth a small fortuneThis Halloween, horror fans and Hollywood historians will have the chance to bid on and take home some iconic horror and thriller films du
  
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• CDC map shows where flu activity is already spiking

  26-10-2022 17:12 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – The U.S. is starting to see signs of an early flu season this year. According to tracking by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, visits to doctors' offices for respiratory illness are already above baseline levels, and more people are testing positive for influenza, especially in the south and southeast.
  The CDC tracks influenza activity on a map showing all U.S. states and territories. The map, which uses data through Oct. 15, shows only one place — Washingto
  
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• 4 teens killed in car crash that may be linked to 'Kia Challenge,' police suggest

  26-10-2022 16:41 via krqe.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Four teenagers killed in a car accident on Monday morning may have been participating in a social-media-inspired "challenge," police in Buffalo, New York, said.Police said six teens, aged 14–19, were riding in a Kia that had been reported stolen the night before. The speeding car crashed and rolled over at around 6:30 a.m. Monday morning, ejecting five of the passengers from the vehicle.
  Three of the passengers were pronounced dead at the scene, while another w
  
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• Fire crews respond to three fires around Albuquerque

  26-10-2022 16:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to three residential fires Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. APD overtime scandal: Lt. accused of bilking taxpayers reinstatedAFR says crews responded to a residential fire in northeast Albuquerque around 4 a.m. Wednesday, crews were called to the 3000 block of Aliso Drive. Crews says heavy flames were coming from the house when crews arrived on scene. Crews were able to get the fire under control and no injuries were rep
  
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• AFR: No injuries after house fire in northeast Albuquerque

  26-10-2022 16:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a residential fire in northeast Albuquerque early Wednesday morning. Officials say around 4 a.m. Wednesday, crews were called to the 3000 block of Aliso Drive for a residential fire.
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  New Mexico: Teen charged after hosting underage party that led to fatal Taos crashCrime: 2 arrested in San Juan County for child abuseAlbuquerque: Tools of late Queen of England’s former master saddler stolen in A
  
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• Lobo men's basketball hopes to be better on defense this season

  26-10-2022 15:02 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – They will throw the ball up against another opponent with fans in the stands for the first time this year Saturday. Richard Pitino's Lobo men's basketball team has an exhibition game against CSU Pueblo. The Lobos will only show a little of what they plan to do offensively this season when they play CSU Pueblo. "I don't want to reveal everything that we're going to run because all that matters is that November 7th date," said Pitino. "That's the most importan
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Fentanyl in school, Child abuse charges, Mild and quiet, People off medians, Weather academy

  26-10-2022 14:41 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Top StoriesAPD overtime scandal: Lt. accused of bilking taxpayers reinstatedNew hotels, apartments proposed for Sawmill DistrictVice President Kamala Harris visits New Mexico, backs right to abortionTools of late Queen of England’s former master saddler stolen in Albuquerque2 accused of possessing stolen vehicles in BernalilloEastern New Mexico University receives $700k grant for researchColorado suspects arrested in Santa Fe as part of homicide investigationProposed bill would
  
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• Mild, quiet day before rain, snow, wind and cold Thursday

  26-10-2022 14:38 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Wednesday morning is a bit milder, with above freezing temperatures for the Metro and southern New Mexico, but typical 20s and low 30s for the north and west parts of the state. Today will be a warmer, mostly sunny day. The mountains will see some breezes up to 25 mph, with lighter winds in the valley.Forecast Continues BelowNew Mexico: Eastern New Mexico University receives $700k grant for researchCrime: Albuquerque woman accused of stealing plants awaits trial be
  
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• The Powerball is at $700M: How inflation is leading to bigger jackpots

  26-10-2022 14:02 via krqe.com
  
  LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KARK) – As people rush out to get a Powerball ticket for Wednesday’s $700 million jackpot, the same force increasing the price of almost everything is also making these lottery prizes bigger.By Tuesday, the estimated jackpot for the Wednesday night drawing had already jumped from $680 million to $700 million, and a rush of ticket sales could drive the jackpot to even greater heights. Powerball lottery grows to $700 millionThat advertised amount is for winners choos
  
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• Pit bulls went from America’s best friend to public enemy – now they’re slowly coming full circle

  26-10-2022 14:02 via krqe.com
  
  (The Conversation) - As recently as 50 years ago, the pit bull was America’s favorite dog. Pit bulls were everywhere. They were popular in advertising and used to promote the joys of pet-and-human friendship. Nipper on the RCA Victor label, Pete the Pup in the “Our Gang” comedy short films, and the flag-wrapped dog on a classic World War I poster all were pit bulls.With National Pit Bull Awareness Day celebrated on Oct. 26, it’s a fittin
  
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• Thousands of heating pads recalled over reports of burns and shocks

  26-10-2022 13:51 via krqe.com
  
  CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — Heating pads are being recalled over concerns that they could lead to users being burned or shocked.According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's website, the recall applies to 544,212 Mighty Bliss electric heating pads that were manufactured between Jan. 8, 2021, and Jan. 3, 2022, and distributed between July 29, 2021, and July 21, 2022.Credit: Whele LLC via the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Clorox recalling certain Pine-Sol cleaners due to risk of ba
  
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• Photos: Final solar eclipse of 2022 takes bite out of the sun

  26-10-2022 13:31 via krqe.com
  
  Much of Europe and parts of Africa and Asia saw the moon take a bite out of the sun during the second and last solar eclipse of the year.The partial eclipse took about four hours. At its peak, the eclipse covered more than 80% of the sun. PHOTOS: New Mexico green chile farmers struggle with productionA solar eclipse happens when the moon’s path crosses in between the Earth and the sun, blocking out the sun’s light. In a partial eclipse, the three aren't perfectly aligned — so a
  
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• Ahead of holiday season, experts eye another COVID winter

  26-10-2022 13:06 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Falling coronavirus case levels and the absence of major restrictions might lead many to assume that this holiday season could be the first “normal” one seen since the start of the pandemic, but experts and stakeholders foresee another COVID-19 winter as the specter of the pandemic refuses to dissipate.  The main COVID symptoms have changed, research showsNational COVID-19 cases have held at low levels since a July peak fueled by the BA.5 omicro
  
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• Judge orders NYC to reinstate workers fired for not complying with COVID vaccine mandate

  26-10-2022 12:02 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - A judge ordered New York City to reinstate 16 sanitation workers fired earlier this year for refusing to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for city employees.Judge Ralph Porzio, who sits on the New York Supreme Court in Staten Island, ruled on Tuesday that the city’s health commissioner could not change the workers’ terms of employment, also referencing President Biden saying “the pandemic is over” and Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) ending New York’s st
  
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• Quiet and warmer before another storm Thursday

  26-10-2022 06:30 via krqe.com
  
  Quieter and warmer weather continues through Wednesday. Another storm arrives Thursday bringing more wind, rain, snow, and colder temperatures to New Mexico.
  Quieter weather has returned Tuesday after a strong fall storm moved across the state yesterday.Many woke up to freezing temperatures this morning, but high temperatures were as much as 5°to 30° warmer than yesterday. Despite the warmer weather, temperatures were still around 10° below-average. Warmer weather will continue to mo
  
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• Bernalillo County searching for solutions to keep people off medians of busy areas

  26-10-2022 06:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A common sight on Albuquerque roads might be people standing on medians, but officials said it's not safe. Bernalillo County is considering an ordinance to keep people off of the medians at dangerous intersections.Man on trial, accused of attacking mailman in Albuquerque"With New Mexico being number in the nation for pedestrian deaths, this is to, the same purpose, is to eliminate unnecessary deaths," said Bernalillo County Commissioner Walt Benson.
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• Behind the Story: Fired APD officer gets job back amid overtime settlement

  26-10-2022 06:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Earlier this year, KRQE News 13 Investigative Reporter Larry Barker uncovered the story of a high ranking Albuquerque Police officer who racked up more than $132,000 worth of overtime between April 2020 and 2021. That officer, Lt. Jim Edison, was eventually fired in October 2021 following two internal affairs investigations. Larry Barker Investigates: ‘Worst I’ve seen’: APD overtime scandal uncovered (March 2022)However, that firing di
  
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• APD overtime scandal: Lt. accused of bilking taxpayers reinstated

  26-10-2022 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It is a well-documented case of high-level wrongdoing at the Albuquerque Police Department. While assigned to the Chief's office, Lieutenant Jim Edison pocketed tens of thousands of dollars in illicit overtime. Over a 12-month period, the lieutenant was paid $242,758. That’s more than the police chief and even the mayor. Related Coverage: ‘Worst I’ve seen’: APD overtime scandal uncoveredIt began in 2020 after Lt. Edison was tapped to
  
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• Eastern New Mexico University receives $700k grant for research

  26-10-2022 05:57 via krqe.com
  
  PORTALES, N.M. (KRQE) – A New Mexico University has received thousands in funding. The Department of Energy (DOE) awarded the money over the course of three years.The Department of Energy allocated $749,976 for the Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) to research the "use of carbonyl as an infrared reporter for probing the nature of charges in donor-acceptor type conjugated molecules."Three universities are a part of the project: ENMU, the University of New Mexico (UNM), and New Mexic
  
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• Socorro schools see uptick in fentanyl use

  26-10-2022 05:34 via krqe.com
  
  SOCORRO, N.M. (KRQE) – There is a deadly problem inside a New Mexico high school. Administrators said they are having a hard time solving it.
  "If there's bad behavior, and there's no consequences for it, the bad behavior's going to continue," said Socorro Consolidated Schools Superintendent Ron Hendrix.
  Fentanyl has found its way inside Socorro High School.
  "Three weeks ago, we had some fentanyl. Two weeks ago, we had some fentanyl. Then last week, we had a student with just a backpac
  
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• Jules Bass, known for work on 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' and other holiday specials, dies: reports

  26-10-2022 05:22 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - Jules Bass, known for his work on stop-motion holiday specials like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," passed away Tuesday, according to multiple reports. He was 87.
  Bass' publicist confirmed his death to the Hollywood Reporter, saying it happened at an assisted living facility in New York.
  Bass was an animator, director, producer, and composer who worked alongside director Arthur Rankin Jr., to create many of the holiday classics we still enjoy today. That includes "Rudolph the Red-N
  
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• Man on trial, accused of attacking mailman in Albuquerque

  26-10-2022 05:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man was arrested after authorities accused him of attacking a mailman. Now, the trial is underway for the crime.
  A video of Elias Gallegos will most likely be played in federal court when he's tried for attacking a mailman. It shows moments after the supposed attack.2 arrested in San Juan County for child abuseGallegos is also accused of running from the police when officers saw him walking around a neighborhood. He reportedly tried to break into a nearby
  
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• 2 accused of possessing stolen vehicles in Bernalillo

  26-10-2022 04:51 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO, N.M. (KRQE) – A whole lot of stolen property has been recovered in Sandoval County. Deputies reported these two people had the stolen property.On October 17, the Sandoval County Sheriff's Office and Bernalillo police served a search warrant at a home in Bernalillo.Story continues below:
  New Mexico: Teen charged after hosting underage party that led to fatal Taos crashCrime: Fabian Gonzales will be sentenced this week for his role in the death of 10-year-old Victoria M
  
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• Santa Fe police look into crash after pedestrian death

  26-10-2022 04:05 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe police are investigating after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle.Police said, when they arrived on scene, the pedestrian was deceased.Officials said they were called to the area near Saint Michael's Drive and Llano Street. At that location, they reported they found a dead, 56-year-old woman.Colorado suspects arrested in Santa Fe as part of homicide investigationPolice alleged the woman could have been walking in the crosswalk when a driver had a green
  
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• State soccer tournament - first round highlights

  26-10-2022 03:11 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The opening round of the 2022 state soccer tournament kicked off on Tuesday. Here is a breakdown of some of the highlights.Story continues below:
  New Mexico: Teen charged after hosting underage party that led to fatal Taos crashCrime: Fabian Gonzales will be sentenced this week for his role in the death of 10-year-old Victoria MartensCommunity: Skate-O-Mania donates facility for Halloween party for those with disabilitiesTrending: The main COVID symptoms hav
  
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• Sports Desk: Lobo basketball to host exhibition games

  26-10-2022 03:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Both the Lobo men's and women's basketball teams are set to host exhibition games this weekend. The men's team is playing CSU Pueblo, and fans will get an opportunity to see the Lobos new front court of Morris Udeze and Josiah Allick, as well as the returning star-studded back court. Since it's only an exhibition game, coach Pitino just wants to focus on getting back in a game-day feel."I don't want to reveal everything that we're going to run because all th
  
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• Albuquerque BioPark looking to hire bug keeper

  26-10-2022 02:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Looking for a new gig? Well, it's an unusual job, but the BioPark is searching for someone who isn't afraid of the creepy, crawly residents inside one of their exhibits.
  The park is searching for a Bugarium attendant. The exhibit features a large, living collection of arthropods.
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  New Mexico: Teen charged after hosting underage party that led to fatal Taos crashCrime: Fabian Gonzales will be sentenced this week for his role in the
  
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• Proposed bill would team up with UNM to test animal tissue instead of real animals

  26-10-2022 02:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One city councilor wants the city to join the cutting edge of testing vaccines and drugs. Tammy Fiebelkorn has proposed a bill that would team up with UNM to test animal tissue instead of real animals.“It's saving animals; it's putting something that would be thrown in the garbage to good use. It's a really great opportunity for the City of Albuquerque to be on the forefront with this new technology,” said Fiebelkorn. Bernalillo County funded tho
  
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• New hotels, apartments proposed for Sawmill District

  26-10-2022 01:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  Three new additions are proposed to be built in the Sawmill District, including two new hotels and a six-story apartment complex. These new projects have an estimated price tag of hundreds of millions.New development proposed for southwest AlbuquerqueSawmill Bellemah Properties, LLC is asking the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners for tax breaks as well as a $38.5 million grant."This is just the first step which is an introduction, so this is jus
  
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• Kentucky coal miner celebrated as viral 'father of the year'

  26-10-2022 01:42 via krqe.com
  
  PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WDKY) — University of Kentucky men's basketball held its annual Blue-White Game on Saturday to raise funds for flood-ravaged eastern Kentucky but one man really claimed the night.UK coach John Calipari posted a photo on Twitter, which has since gone viral, celebrating the effort and dedication of a Kentucky father spotted in the crowd.“From what I've been told, after his shift, he raced to be with his son & watch our team,” Calipari wrote.“I don’
  
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• Albuquerque cracks down on homeless encampments across city parks

  26-10-2022 01:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It appears the city may be stepping up its efforts to clear out homeless camps throughout city parks. Many Albuquerque residents expressed concerns over the growing problem, saying they fear for their safety.“I don't go to the park by myself. I would go with my husband or with another person at least, but I won't walk in the park by myself, because you just don't know,” said Albuquerque resident, Jonel Crockett.From park to camp to closed: the ev
  
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• APS hosts 'school choice fair'

  26-10-2022 01:20 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A family-friendly event is going on all week at Albuquerque schools. Students and families can learn more about what Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) have to offer at a school choice fair Tuesday night.Attendees will get to chat with APS officials about the different academic and extracurricular activities available at each APS facility.Story continues below:
  New Mexico: Teen charged after hosting underage party that led to fatal Taos crashCrime: Fabian
  
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• Environmental group sues battery facility in New Mexico

  26-10-2022 00:55 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – An environmental group is suing an energy company over gas emissions from a battery facility in southeastern New Mexico. The group alleges the facility is breaking clean air laws.The WildEarth Guardians claim Oxy USA is violating the Clean Air Act by releasing more nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide than allowed from its turkey track facility. That's roughly 22 miles east of Artesia. Bernalillo County funded thousands by environment department to stomp on
  
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• Another storm to bring rain and snow to parts of New Mexico Thursday

  26-10-2022 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  Quieter and warmer weather continues through Wednesday. Another storm arrives Thursday bringing more wind, rain, snow, and colder temperatures to New Mexico.
  Quieter weather has returned Tuesday after a strong fall storm moved across the state yesterday.Many woke up to freezing temperatures this morning, but high temperatures were as much as 5°to 30° warmer than yesterday. Despite the warmer weather, temperatures were still around 10° below-average. Warmer weather will continue to mo
  
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• Albuquerque woman accused of stealing plants awaits trial behind bars

  26-10-2022 00:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque woman accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of plants will stay behind bars until trial. The shoplifting crimes started over a year ago, officials said.Police alleged Lovelea Degeer stole the potted plants lined up on the sidewalk at Albertson's stores. Surveillance video shows her driving up, taking them, and then leaving in her white car. 2 arrested in San Juan County for child abuseOfficials said the same car was spotted time
  
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• Coors to 98th Street reconstruction project results in closure on October 26

  26-10-2022 00:50 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Transportation is alerting motorists of a road construction project on I-40 between 98th Street and Coors Blvd. The road construction will take place on October 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Story continues below:
  New Mexico: Teen charged after hosting underage party that led to fatal Taos crashCrime: Fabian Gonzales will be sentenced this week for his role in the death of 10-year-old Victoria MartensCommunity: Skate-O-Mania donates f
  
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