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• Deming sex offender allegedly raped teen co-worker

  09-12-2022 23:57 via krqe.com
  
  DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – A warrant has been issued for a convicted sex offender accused of raping a Deming teen. A 16-year-old victim says he met the man, identified as 56-year-old Ray Poston, at the local restaurant where they both work.Story continues below:
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• Roswell catalytic converter thief ID'd by parents

  09-12-2022 23:41 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – A Roswell man has been arrested for the theft of at least a dozen catalytic converters from the same used car lot. Police say a man they now know as Cody Brown was caught on surveillance video stealing them at the Budget Cars and Trucks on Second Street on three occasions.Story continues below:
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• School safety advocate speaks at New Mexico Law Enforcement Conference

  09-12-2022 23:11 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The 27th Annual New Mexico Law Enforcement Conference wrapped up Friday. It concluded with a discussion on school safety. Rio Rancho police find suspect after school threatThe conference gives law enforcement professionals the chance to learn from their peers and experts outside the field as well as highlight what they need to improve on.Max Schacter was the keynote speaker for the event. He founded Safe Schools for Alex after his son, Alex, was killed during the P
  
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• 39 more New Mexico police agencies cash in on officer recruitment & training funds

  09-12-2022 23:07 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A final round of millions in funding is slated to help dozens more New Mexico police departments recruit and train new officers. The money comes from a $50 million earmark approved by the state legislature and signed by the governor during the 2022 regular legislative session.The latest funds, worth $8.5 million, are being split among 39 different law enforcement agencies across the state. These include many small police departments, such as the Pueblo of Sand
  
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• Rio Rancho police find suspect after school threatened

  09-12-2022 22:48 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – This week, Rio Rancho police received word of a threat directed at a local school. Now, authorities said they've identified their suspect in the case.
  On Thursday, Rio Rancho police identified a male juvenile suspect and seized his electronic devices. They alleged those devices contained evidence showing he was directly involved in the threats.Story continues below:
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• Rio Rancho police find suspect after school threat

  09-12-2022 22:48 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – This week, Rio Rancho police received word of a threat directed at a local school. Now, authorities said they've identified their suspect in the case.
  On Thursday, Rio Rancho police identified a male juvenile suspect and seized his electronic devices. They alleged those devices contained evidence showing he was directly involved in the threats.Story continues below:
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• Texas superintendent found dead after suspected in hidden recording device case

  09-12-2022 22:11 via krqe.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas -- A west Texas school superintendent who was under investigation for invasive visual recording shot and killed himself. Police released word on his death on Friday.
  According to the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the 8600 block of North FM 2378, which is west of Shallowater, at approximately 10:15 a.m. Friday.“Deputies located 43-year-old Joshua Neil Goen deceased with a single self-inflicted gunshot wound,” LCSO said. Two New Mexico ci
  
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• Gary Friedkin, 'Happy Days,' 'Star Wars' actor, dies at age 70

  09-12-2022 21:10 via krqe.com
  
  YOUNGSTOWN (WJW) -- Actor Gary Friedkin, known for his roles in such shows as "Happy Days" and "Young Doctors in Love," died from COVID-19 complications Friday in an Ohio hospice. He was 70. Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office footage: Man argues he didn’t steal enough to be arrestedAccording to an obituary by the Warren Tribune Chronicle, Friedkin had been hospitalized for 3 1/2 weeks before his death. It says he died peacefully with his brother and sister-in-law by his side.
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• South Valley Mainstreet will be hosting Luminaria Event to honor loved ones

  09-12-2022 20:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The South Valley Mainstreet Our Humanity Bernalillo initiative is a partnership between the United South Broadway corporation and Bernalillo County. It conducts door-to-door COVID-19 outreach, education, and resources and connects community members to resources. Highland Titles offers souvenir plotsThey will be hosting a Luminaria Event to honor loved ones. Saturday, December 10th from 3-5 p.m. at Dolores Huerta Gateway Park, people can enjoy matachines de S
  
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• Grand reopening of 'Kickstand Cafe'

  09-12-2022 20:50 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Kickstand Cafe, and Kickstand cycles are locally owned and operated cafes and cycling shops surrounded by Albuquerque's premier biking trails. This weekend they will be hosting a grand reopening with all sorts of fun things planned.
  Throughout the weekend, the cafe encourages locals to celebrate the grand reopening with freshly roasted coffee, house-made cuisine, activities the whole family can enjoy, local vendors, and more. What’s happening aroun
  
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• Venezuelan migrants unfazed by Title 42 appeal

  09-12-2022 20:47 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Carlos Gabriel is unfazed by the Biden administration appealing a federal judge’s order vacating a public health policy that has led to the expulsion of more than 2 million migrants.The appeal of Title 42 expulsions, which are set to end later this month, could again delay the 24-year-old Venezuelan migrant from fulfilling his dream of securing asylum in the United States.“We have no plan B,” he says, speaking in the third person. “W
  
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• Chihuahua halts 1,500-strong migrant caravan

  09-12-2022 20:47 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – The governor of Chihuahua says she’s holding up a 1,200- to 1,500-strong migrant caravan in the southern part of the state to ensure the health and safety of Central and South Americans making their way to the U.S. border.Chihuahua Gov. Maru Campos is also asking the Mexican government to “review the immigration status” of the migrants, as required by law.“Because of the complex conditions within the caravan of 1,200 to 1,500 migrant
  
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• Lobo Theater presents Rock 101 Band League

  09-12-2022 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Rock 101 is a year-round music program based in the Duke City that teaches young musicians to learn deeper about what it means to be a professional musician. Now, the academy is rolling out a new program called "Rock 101 Band League" that's catered to students looking to take their band to new heights. Education chief says music can rebuild connections to schoolIt is a 12-week program that meets two hours every week. Students work with their band to dev
  
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• U.S. Navy donates money to New Mexico research company

  09-12-2022 20:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Verus Research received $1.2 million from the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs. Verus Research is a small business created in 2014. Now, there are about 115 researchers that focus on a wide variety of technologies.Story continues below:
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• New Mexico research company wins contract with U.S. Navy

  09-12-2022 20:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Verus Research received $1.2 million from the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs. Verus Research is a small business created in 2014. Now, there are about 115 researchers that focus on a wide variety of technologies.Story continues below:
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• Carlsbad man sentenced to life in prison for role in daughter's death

  09-12-2022 20:41 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Last month, a jury found Juan Lerma guilty of intentional child abuse resulting in the death of his 8-year-old daughter, Samantha Rubino. Now, Lerma's been sentenced to life in prison.In 2020, Carlsbad Police arrested Lerma on suspicions that he had killed his daughter after Lerma's mother went to the police. According to a detective's statement filed in Eddy County Magistrate Court, Lerma told his mother that he had killed his 8-year-old daughter. Former C
  
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• Driver accused in crash that injured two teens pleads not guilty

  09-12-2022 20:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Francisco Perez, accused of injuring two high school athletes in a crash and fleeing, pleaded not guilty Friday.The 100 best taco spots in the US, according to Yelp ratingsIn 2020, Perez is accused of crashing into Amaya Payne and Georgia Salata at the intersection of Tramway and Academy. Both girls were seriously injured in the crash. Police say Perez fled the scene and he was not arrested until last month at a South Valley home.
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• Albuquerque woman accused of murder pleads not guilty

  09-12-2022 20:27 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Anjanette Martinez, 29, accused of murder and involved in a SWAT standoff last month, was arraigned Friday. Martinez is accused of shooting and killing Miguel Sanchez at a motel near Menaul and I-25 in April.Story continues below:
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• Woman involved in deadly drunk driving crash pleads guilty

  09-12-2022 20:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Jennifer Munoz, accused in a fatal drunk driving crash in Albuquerque, has accepted a plea deal. Munoz is accused of running a red light, crashing into and killing Jannel Kateswiga in May 2021.Story continues below:
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• Serial shoplifter takes plea deal, reducing potential prison sentence

  09-12-2022 20:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Charmaine Sanchez, a serial shoplifter, accepted a plea deal Friday. That deal would drastically cut her proposed prison sentence.Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office footage: Man argues he didn’t steal enough to be arrestedSanchez was charged with 19 counts of shoplifting, with a potential prison sentence of more than 22 years. From September to November of 2021, Sanchez is accused of shoplifting nearly $8,000 in merchandise from six different sto
  
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• New Mexico seeks tougher provisions for US nuclear dump

  09-12-2022 19:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico officials outlined new conditions Thursday for a proposed permit for the U.S. government to continue the disposal of nuclear waste in the southeast corner of the state, part of a multibillion-dollar federal cleanup program. What’s New Mexico’s favorite holiday song?As a hedge against becoming the nation’s only permanent dumping ground, New Mexico wants to raise the bar with its proposal by demanding federal officials produce a full acco
  
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• FedEx driver strangled, killed 7-year-old after accidentally hitting her with van, warrant says

  09-12-2022 18:36 via krqe.com
  
  (KXAN) – The driver of a FedEx truck admitted to strangling and killing a 7-year-old girl in Texas after accidentally hitting her with his van while delivering a package, according to an arrest warrant.
  Tanner Horner, 31, was arrested last week in connection with the abduction and death of Athena Strand. Horner now faces charges of capital murder and aggravated kidnapping.Horner reportedly told authorities he backed into the girl during a Nov. 30 delivery and panicked, according to a warra
  
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• Living with stiff-person syndrome: 'It feels like I'm walking on broken glass,' Ohio woman says

  09-12-2022 16:17 via krqe.com
  
  ROCKY RIVER, Ohio (WJW) – Singer Celine Dion's medical diagnosis is shedding light on a condition known as stiff-person syndrome, a neurological disorder that can cause chronic pain, muscle spasms and heightened sensitivity to noise, among other symptoms."I felt really bad for her. She is going to have a long, tough time. Your life will never be the same," said 75-year-old Maureen Materna, of Rocky River, Ohio.Materna has been dealing with stiff-person syndrome for 11 years."Even thou
  
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• Energy department official accused of stealing luggage from a second airport

  09-12-2022 15:55 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — An Energy Department official is accused of stealing luggage from Harry Reid International Airport just weeks after facing a similar charge in Minneapolis, Nexstar's KLAS learned Thursday.A felony warrant was issued for Sam Brinton, deputy assistant secretary of the Office of Spent Fuel and Waste Disposition in the Biden administration, sources said. The charge is for grand larceny with a value between $1,200 and $5,000, records showed.Brinton faces charges for a similar
  
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• As unofficial border ambassador, mayor says the U.S. and Mexico truly are codependent

  09-12-2022 15:30 via krqe.com
  
  Imperial Beach, Calif. (Border Report) -- Outgoing Imperial Beach Mayor Serge Dedina moved to this small California border town 51 years ago.Growing up he developed a love for surfing and the ocean.In 2000, he established WILDCOAST, an environmental organization dedicated to protecting the ocean and other sensitive habitats.Eight years ago, he became mayor of his hometown, winning by fewer than 50 votes.This week, he is walking away from politics.
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• KRQE Newsfeed: CYFD lawsuit, Back home, Beautiful weekend, Shoplifting operation, Toy drive

  09-12-2022 14:59 via krqe.com
  
  Friday's Top Stories
  Loophole gets Albuquerque woman out of city parking ticketsMan argues he didn’t steal enough to be arrestedWhat’s happening around New Mexico Dec. 9 – Dec. 15Former Catron County sheriff accused of stealing wildfire relief fundsPolice release info about officer-involved shooting in EspañolaLobos top football freshman AJ Haulcy enters the transfer portalRussian man jailed 8 1/2 years for Ukraine action criticism67 journalists, media workers killed on
  
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• Beautiful weekend ahead of next big storm

  09-12-2022 14:48 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – It is a colder morning across the state, and temperatures are in the teens and 20s and low 30s in central and northern New Mexico, with 30s and 40s in southern NM. High, but thick, clouds have moved in over the state overnight, and today will be partly to mostly cloudy. Southern, especially southeast, New Mexico, may see some spotty, light rain showers this afternoon and evening. Clouds will clear during the mid-late afternoon in central, northern and western NM. W
  
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• What’s happening around New Mexico Dec. 9 – Dec. 15

  09-12-2022 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from December 9 – December 15.Albuquerque
  Dec. 9 – Mariachi Christmas – Popejoy Hall will host the return of Mariachi Christmas. This event will showcase the sights and sounds of Mexico at Christmas with rich mariachi music accompanying traditional ballet folklórico. Tickets are $25 to $65.Dec. 9 – Albuquerque Career Fair – A variety of recruiters and HR managers from local and big co
  
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• What’s happening around New Mexico Dec. 9 – 15

  09-12-2022 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from December 9 – December 15.Albuquerque
  Dec. 9 – Mariachi Christmas – Popejoy Hall will host the return of Mariachi Christmas. This event will showcase the sights and sounds of Mexico at Christmas with rich mariachi music accompanying traditional ballet folklórico. Tickets are $25 to $65.Dec. 9 – Albuquerque Career Fair – A variety of recruiters and HR managers from local and big co
  
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• Number of journalists killed on the job in 2022 rose 30%

  09-12-2022 13:36 via krqe.com
  
  BRUSSELS (AP) — Russia’s war in Ukraine, chaos in Haiti and rising violence by criminal groups in Mexico contributed to a 30% spike in the number of journalists killed doing their work in 2022 over the previous year, according to a new report released Friday.The International Federation of Journalists says that 67 journalists and media staff have been killed around the world so far this year, up from 47 last year.The Brussels-based group also tallied 375 jour
  
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• WNBA star Brittney Griner back in US after Russian prisoner swap

  09-12-2022 12:42 via krqe.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO (AP) — American basketball star Brittney Griner returned to the United States early Friday after being freed in a high-profile prisoner exchange following nearly 10 months in detention in Russia.The deal, which saw her swapped for notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout, secured the release of the most prominent American detained abroad and achieved a top goal for President Joe Biden. But the U.S. failed to win freedom for another American, Paul Whelan, who has been ja
  
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• Another storm moves into New Mexico next week

  09-12-2022 06:25 via krqe.com
  
  Drier weather has returned to New Mexico Thursday. Quiet and mild conditions will continue through the weekend until another storm system arrives early next week.
  A lot more sunshine is back Thursday all across New Mexico as drier air has moved in from the west. Temperatures are slightly cooler compared to earlier in the week, but still high temperatures are hovering right around where they should be for this time of year. Isolated showers will develop Friday afternoon across southeast New Mexic
  
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• Police release info about officer-involved shooting in Española

  09-12-2022 06:22 via krqe.com
  
  ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – More information has been revealed about a police shooting in Española last month. Police said it started when they answered a domestic violence call on Calle del Sol.They said made contact with Jerome Naranjo during their response call, and he tried to close the door on them. Clovis juveniles reportedly robbed 2 Allsup’s storesAn officer was able to get inside and said that Naranjo was armed. They began fighting.
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• Former Catron County sheriff accused of stealing wildfire relief funds

  09-12-2022 06:16 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A former New Mexico sheriff is facing criminal charges. The attorney general (AG) said he stole thousands of dollars meant for fighting wildfires. Toy drive honors boy killed outside ABQ River of LightsIan Fletcher was the sheriff of Catron County back in 2018 when the USDA granted nearly $40,000 to reimburse his department for costs related to the Buzzard Fire.Instead of using that money for fire-related expenses, the AG said Fletcher made 15 withdrawals over the
  
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• Proposed zoning changes could mean more casitas in Albuquerque

  09-12-2022 06:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Maya Sutton, the President of the Inez Neighborhood Association near Pennsylvania and India School, is against a proposed bill that would allow more people in Albuquerque to build a casita on their property. Those people would need to meet specific location and lot size requirementsThe casita, which couldn't be more than 750 square feet, could be a rental or a home for a family member. Sutton worries about her property value and traffic. Lawsuit claims CYFD
  
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• Clovis juveniles reportedly robbed 2 Allsup's stores

  09-12-2022 06:06 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – Clovis police said juveniles robbed two Allsup's stores. One is even accused of attacking a clerk early Thursday morning.The first call was about a pair of juveniles who had stolen alcohol from the Allsup's on Prince Street. One of them allegedly shot at a dog who had started barking at them. Lawsuit claims CYFD put 4-year-old in danger before his deathThe second call was from the area of 14th and Norris where a person reported gunshots.Officers were led to the A
  
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• Toy drive honors boy killed outside ABQ River of Lights

  09-12-2022 06:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's been almost a year since a seven-year-old Albuquerque boy was hit and killed while crossing the street with his family outside the River of Lights. For those who knew Pronoy Bhattacharya, the loss is still raw. Now, they are working to keep his memory alive by sharing his favorite toy with kids in need.Rebecca Struve’s son, Levi, was close friends with Pronoy Bhattacharya.“Pronoy and Levi were kind of the yin and yang of each other. Pronoy w
  
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• Police: 2 dead in SE Albuquerque rollover

  09-12-2022 05:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Two people have died in a vehicle rollover, police said. The crash happened near Gibson and Arno in southeast Albuquerque.Story continues below:
  New Mexico: ‘It’s just been a headache’: Dozens of tires slashed in Rio Rancho neighborhoodAlbuquerque: Albuquerque struggling to keep up with ART stationsCrime: Rio Rancho police investigating threat against high schoolTop Story: Russia frees WNBA star Brittney Griner in prisoner swap, US official
  
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• ABQ Biopark shares update on 2 lorikeet chicks

  09-12-2022 05:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Exciting news from the Biopark! The Albuquerque Biopark released an update on two bird offspring.ABQ Biopark welcomes first penguin chick hatched at exhibitBack in July, lorikeets Gru and Tweedledum had two baby chicks. The Biopark said the two Lorikeet chicks are girls.
  Why's that news? Well, males and females of that species are not distinguishable by sight. This means a DNA test had to be performed to know the sex of the two birds.
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• Lobos top football freshman AJ Haulcy enters the transfer portal

  09-12-2022 04:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) -- UNM Lobos freshman safety AJ Haulcy announced on his Twitter page Thursday that he has entered the transfer portal. The talented freshman from Missouri City, Texas, is coming off of a week of multiple freshmen All-American honors.
  Haulcy was also named to the All-Mountain West Conference second-team defense at the end of the regular season. Haulcy had 87 total tackles as a true freshman, 24 of those tackles came in a game against Fresno State, the most by any player i
  
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• McDonald's offering 50-cent double cheeseburgers

  09-12-2022 03:27 via krqe.com
  
  (WJW) - McDonald's is spreading some cheer with daily app deals this holiday season, including $0.50 double cheeseburgers Thursday, Dec. 8, and Friday, Dec. 9.
  It's part of Week 1 of the fast food chain's "SZN of Sharing" promotion, which kicked off Monday, Dec. 5. Comfort Dental to help patients for free through annual eventThe deals are only available for customers who order through the McDonald's app.
  Customers also have the chance to win the "McDonald's for Life" sweepstakes, which offers up
  
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• Former New Mexico governor plays role in Brittney Griner’s release

  09-12-2022 03:06 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) –  Upon news of her release from Russian authorities, Brittney Griner’s wife thanked a lot of people for their role in her release, including a former New Mexico governor. Bill Richardson now dedicates his time to negotiating deals for American prisoners, playing a key role in her release. Horses taken by New Mexico state officials are on road to recoveryThe former governor said negotiations were tense on Griner's release. He said it wasn't easy but kn
  
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• Sports Desk: NMSU speaks on Quick Lane Bowl

  09-12-2022 03:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The NMSU football team met with the media on Thursday ahead of the Quick Lane Bowl to take place later this month. The Aggies are facing a Bowling Green team that had a similar run at the end of the season to become bowl eligible."You know, from an offensive standpoint, they'll be a handful for our defensive people to prepare for because they can do so many things," said Aggies head coach Jerry Kill. "They got so many different formations and they make you think. S
  
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• Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office footage: Man argues he didn't steal enough to be arrested

  09-12-2022 02:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A suspect caught with shoplifted goods didn't think he deserved to be arrested, according to footage of his arrest. Fabian Arrey reportedly admitted to taking items from a southwest store last month. Loophole gets Albuquerque woman out of city parking ticketsArrey was arrested on November 15 at Las Estancias Shopping Center in South Valley after Bernalillo County deputies said he shoplifted hundreds of dollars worth of clothes from Ross.
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• New Mexico team raises money for mental health awareness through Atlantic rowboat race

  09-12-2022 02:31 via krqe.com
  
  FARMINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) – A team from New Mexico made up of former and current first responders is taking part in a rowboat race. There's one catch; the race spans the Atlantic Ocean. Most people would think they're crazy, but the team from Farmington is doing it to raise awareness and money for something a lot of first responders battle.   Lawsuit claims CYFD put 4-year-old in danger before his death"While I was there they asked, 'would you be interested in joining us on th
  
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• Horses taken by New Mexico state officials are on road to recovery

  09-12-2022 01:46 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – More than a dozen horses taken in by the state due to unfit living conditions are on the road to recovery. It’s all thanks to a New Mexico horse rescue.The rescue said, in their 22 years, this is the biggest group of horses they have taken in at once. Lawsuit claims CYFD put 4-year-old in danger before his deathThat’s how Executive Director Susan Hemmerle describes the conditions of the 13 horses that arrived at the Cerrillos nonprofit called The Horse
  
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• Video captures baby's reaction after flight attendant starts signing with him

  09-12-2022 01:23 via krqe.com
  
  HONOLULU (KHON2) — A baby's first flight can often be a memorable one, but for one child, his first flight was made even more special. It's all thanks to a Hawaiian Airlines flight attendant.Callie and Leo Foster said they were returning home to Los Angeles following a vacation on the island when a flight attendant saw them signing to their son Luca.That's when another flight attendant came over and began a conversation. Hobbs students getting new middle school"He was just fully immersed i
  
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• Mickey: Cowboys back to their brand

  09-12-2022 01:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Cowboys are coming off a big win on Sunday night football against the Colts. Everything seems to be clicking for Dallas right now, and they have another favorable matchup this week.Dallas is traveling to Houston for an in-state rivalry game against a struggling Texans team. Should the Cowboys stay true to their brand of football this season, they can go in and handle their business.Cowboys insider Mickey Spagnola joined Van Tate to discuss this week's ma
  
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• Loophole gets Albuquerque woman out of city parking tickets. Could more be coming?

  09-12-2022 00:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — One woman has discovered a major loophole in City of Albuquerque parking tickets and got her ticket thrown out as a result.It's a loophole that could affect everyone who has gotten one.
  In Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court Wednesday, Naomi Salazar argued her two parking tickets should be dismissed. Both were issued on October 29 while she was parked on Kit Carson Southwest.ABQ Bar Association selects Distinguished Service Award recipientHer citations were for
  
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• Quiet weather until a storm arrives early next week

  09-12-2022 00:55 via krqe.com
  
  Drier weather has returned to New Mexico Thursday. Quiet and mild conditions will continue through the weekend until another storm system arrives early next week.
  A lot more sunshine is back Thursday all across New Mexico as drier air has moved in from the west. Temperatures are slightly cooler compared to earlier in the week, but still high temperatures are hovering right around where they should be for this time of year. Fog may redevelop tonight in southeast New Mexico. Isolated showers may a
  
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