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• KFC removes wings, popcorn chicken, and more from menus nationwide

  14-02-2023 23:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Though KFC just added a spin on their previously-popular Twister Wrap to their menus for a limited time, the fast food chain is preparing to remove some fan favorites from their lineup.
  KFC says it's simplifying its menu to make ordering easier and create a more efficient kitchen for the staff. According to an annual drive-thru study conducted by Intouch Insight released last fall, KFC had the fastest total drive-thru time, meaning customers spent the least amount of
  
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• Albuquerque postal worker accused of stealing mail

  14-02-2023 23:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque postal worker is accused of stealing mail. A federal complaint states Jermaine Stallworth was seen opening and rifling through mail at the Highland Station Post Office around 20 times.Story continues below:Crime: Questions remain over NMSU basketball coach’s futureNew Mexico: New Mexico legislators consider creating cannabis policeEntertainment: ‘Naked and Afraid’ takes on northern New Mexico wilderness, Albuquerque challenge
  
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• New Mexico hunting and fishing license fees could increase

  14-02-2023 23:43 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico legislators are considering a bill that could raise the cost of hunting and fishing licenses for some. The main reasoning behind the bill: to generate more revenue for the Department of Game and Fish.The last time fees went up was in 2006, Sen. Pete Campos (D- Colfax, Guadalupe, Harding, Mora, Quay, San Miguel & Taos) explained in a Senate Conservation Committee meeting Tuesday. Campos is co-sponsoring the bill to raise license costs. New Me
  
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• Las Cruces man facing 7 human trafficking charges

  14-02-2023 23:36 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A Las Cruces man is facing seven counts of human trafficking in Chaves County. According to a criminal complaint, Jose Piña had seven passengers in his vehicle during a traffic stop Sunday.Story continues below:Crime: Questions remain over NMSU basketball coach’s futureNew Mexico: New Mexico legislators consider creating cannabis policeEntertainment: ‘Naked and Afraid’ takes on northern New Mexico wilderness, Albuquerque challengerAlb
  
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• Suspected drunk driver tied to 2021 murder case

  14-02-2023 23:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Newly-obtained information has tied the suspected drunk driver accused of killing a woman on a sidewalk to a 2021 murder. Prosecutors are trying to get his conditions of release in that case revoked.Police say James Rodriguez was behind the wheel heading east on Menaul last Friday when he went up onto the curb and hit the woman and a light pole before stopping in a parking lot. The woman died at the scene. Murder suspect on the run after New Mexico Supreme C
  
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• NMSU Board of Regents to discuss hazing allegations

  14-02-2023 22:55 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State University Board of Regents will meet behind closed doors Tuesday evening following the hazing allegations involving the men's basketball team. The university canceled the remainder of the season after the allegations surfaced over the weekend.Coach Greg Heiar and his assistants remain on paid administrative leave, but Heiar's employment contract does allow the university to fire him for specific causes. The agenda for the meeting does no
  
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• Hyundai launches software upgrade to prevent car theft

  14-02-2023 22:28 via krqe.com
  
  ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Hyundai Motor Company is rolling out a software upgrade it says will slow a recent increase in car thefts. The announcement came in a response to a local lawmaker's call for action.Congressman Joe Morelle made his request Saturday, asking the CEOs of Hyundai and Kia to address the security vulnerabilities that make certain models targets for theft. The key vulnerability relates to engine immobilizers, which were not equipped standard in many models released between
  
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• HHSC warns of increased reports of SNAP, TANF recipients being targets of fraud

  14-02-2023 22:07 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Texas Health and Human Services Commission, or HHSC, is warning there has been an increase in reports of people who use Lone Star Cards being targets of fraud.
  HHSC is urging Texans who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, also known as SNAP and TANF, benefits to monitor purchases on their Lone Star Cards.
  People can monitor purchases on the Your Texas Benefits Mobile App. The app also allows people to freeze and unfr
  
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• Two Las Cruces men charged with federal firearms violations

  14-02-2023 22:01 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – Two Las Cruses men have been charged with federal firearms violations following the killing of a woman on Jan. 30. According to Alexander M.M. Uballez, United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico, David Aguilar, 26, and Margarito Serena, 29, have both been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
  On Jan. 30 Las Cruces Police Officers responded to a Las Cruces apartment after a neighbor reported hearing an argument and a
  
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• EPA details plans for $27 billion in Inflation Reduction Act climate funds

  14-02-2023 22:00 via krqe.com
  
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Tuesday detailed how it plans to spend $27 billion in climate funding provided by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).The Biden administration explained that it will split the fund up into two programs. A total of $20 billion in grants will go to nonprofits that collaborate with local financial institutions including green banks, credit unions or housing finance agencies. That money will go toward projects that cut pollution and energy costs, accor
  
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• New Mexico legislators look to expand geothermal energy

  14-02-2023 21:48 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico needs energy to function, and with the winding down of coal-fired power, the state is looking for renewable sources that could help keep the lights on for New Mexicans. One potential option could be geothermal energy.Tuesday, legislators considered House Bill 365. Sponsored by a handful of Democratic legislators, the bill would put geothermal research and development in the hands of New Mexico Tech. New Mexico extends comment period for Waste Is
  
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• U.S. Marshals detail recent New Mexico fugitive manhunt operation

  14-02-2023 21:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's federal law enforcement leaders are expected to address a recent effort to capture fugitives in New Mexico as part of a month long national operation. The U.S. Marshals Service of New Mexico is slated to hold a news conference on the topic this afternoon.KRQE News 13 will livestream the news conference here on this page. Coverage is expected to begin around 2 p.m.Called "Operation North Star II," federal law enforcement and other local poli
  
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• U.S. Marshals arrest nearly 90 fugitives in Albuquerque during national operation

  14-02-2023 21:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's U.S. Marshal says federal and local authorities arrested nearly 90 fugitives in the Albuquerque-area during a recent national effort called "Operation North Star II." The 30-day operation ended last week with authorities arresting a man accused of starting a fire in a northeast Albuquerque home, then hiding in a freezer. Albuquerque Police opens new University, Nob Hill area commandAlongside the feds, Albuquerque Police, the Bernalillo Coun
  
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• Alligator's mouth taped shut since December, says Florida resident

  14-02-2023 21:27 via krqe.com
  
  BRANDON, Fla. (WFLA) — An alligator residing in a Florida neighborhood has had its mouth taped shut since December, according to one resident.Lumsden Reserve resident Amber Lock, who shared photos of the alligator with Nexstar's WFLA, called the actions "inhumane."As of Tuesday afternoon, Lock said, nobody had visited her neighborhood's retention pond to capture the reptile and relieve it of the conditions.
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  Lock said she believes the animal'
  
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• Paved trail will give Santa Fe students a safer route to school

  14-02-2023 21:17 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Santa Fe and the Santa Fe Metropolitan Planning Organization has secured funds to create a paved trail that will connect the El Camino Real Academy with the Cottonwood Village Mobile Home Park - just off of Veterans Memorial Highway in Santa Fe.The 0.4-mile trail connection will allow students to avoid crossing major streets and is a part of the Safe Routes to School Program that the Santa Fe Conservation Trust launched in the fall of 2021. The
  
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• Windy as another storm approaches New Mexico

  14-02-2023 20:43 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – After some widespread snow, rain, thunder, lightning, and strong winds yesterday, even more activity is on the way into tomorrow. Although most of the snow early today is confined to higher elevations across the north and west, winds will be the biggest weather impact today across the state. High Wind Warnings and Advisories are in place through Wednesday, with the Guadalupe Mountains in southern New Mexico possibly seeing gusts 80+ mph.Weather InformationLatest We
  
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• 103-year-old celebrates 80 years of bowling: 'Ed has bowled here forever'

  14-02-2023 19:48 via krqe.com
  
  FOX RIVER GROVE, Ill. (WGN) — It's not every day you meet someone who's been around for 10 decades, much less at a bowling alley.Ed Berthold, of Fox River Grove in Illinois, has been lacing up his bowling shoes for 80 years straight. At 103, he's more than twice the age of others in his 50-plus bowling league."Sometimes I wish I was a few years younger,” he said. Woman celebrates 100th birthday with balloon ride in AlbuquerqueFor his age, Berthold is in remarkable shape. He's even su
  
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• Where does New Mexico rank among the most sinful states?

  14-02-2023 19:26 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A recent WalletHub study compared all 50 U.S. States' worst behaviors to determine the most sinful states. The study has New Mexico ranked right in the middle at No. 25. New Mexico is bordered by Washington at No. 24 and Virginia at No. 26.At the top of the list, WalletHub's most sinful state is Nevada. The high ranking of Nevada is most likely due to the state's notorious gambling obsession. At the bottom of the list, WalletHub has declared Wyoming as the lea
  
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• Albuquerque Police opens new University, Nob Hill area command

  14-02-2023 19:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Taking a new approach toward crime in the southeast part of the city, Albuquerque Police has carved out a new area command focusing on some of the city's most dense neighborhoods. The city's new University Area Command began work over the weekend and will continue at least for the next year under a pilot project status.At a Tuesday news conference announcing the new command, APD says 30 rank and file officers and nearly ten higher commanding officers make up
  
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• Albuquerque Police opening new University, Nob Hill area command

  14-02-2023 19:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Taking a new approach toward crime in the southeast part of the city, Albuquerque Police has carved out a new area command focusing on some of the city's most dense neighborhoods. The department is opening a new "University Area Command" with a news conference expected on the announcement Tuesday.KRQE News 13 will livestream the news conference on this page. Coverage is expected to begin around 11:45 a.m.Albuquerque Police say the new area command represents
  
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• Make easy Valentine's cookies with Sweet Pea Bakery

  14-02-2023 18:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The owner of Sweet Pea Bakery, Katie Sacoman, has been handcrafting small-batch desserts for her business since it opened in the summer of 2021. She has a suggestion for a fun and easy-to-make Valentine's Day treat.Easy Valentine's Day heart-shaped sugar cookies
  Roll and bake store-bought sugar cookie doughCut cookies into heart shapesMix store-bought icing with food coloringSpread icing onto cookiesTop with sprinkles
  These cookies are a low-mess activity th
  
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• Alec Baldwin 'Rust' movie to resume filming in spring with Halyna Hutchins documentary

  14-02-2023 18:38 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Amid continued criminal and civil proceedings against Alec Baldwin and the film "Rust," the film's production company now says it will restart work on the project this spring with old and new crew members, including Baldwin. Rust Movie Productions also says it will work with another team who plans to release a documentary on the life of the film's slain cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.The "Rust" production has been on hold since October 2021 when a gun went off on
  
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• How much snow fell around New Mexico? Preliminary snow totals for February 13-14 storm

  14-02-2023 18:27 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A mid-February storm hit New Mexico this week. The recent storm dropped significant snow on several spots around the state.Weather InformationLatest Weather Video ForecastInteractive RadarWeather Alerts
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  While most of the storm has likely passed, another storm could be rolling in soon. Until then, here are the snow totals over the last 24 hours from the National Weather Service.Near Albuquerque/East Mountains
  Sandia Peak: 6 inchesEdgewo
  
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• Get a free heart health screening at CVS MinuteClinic

  14-02-2023 18:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – CVS and MinuteClinic are partnering with the American Heart Association for their "Go Red for Women" campaign this year to raise awareness for heart disease in women. The MinuteClinic is offering free heart health screenings for both women and women. Appointments can be made and the heart health screening voucher can be found at minuteclinic.com.Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States each year; causing every one i
  
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• PHOTOS: Winter storm moves through New Mexico leaving snow

  14-02-2023 18:11 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Another storm moved through New Mexico which caused some difficult driving conditions Tuesday morning. Roads were covered in ice and snow.
  The storm will exit New Mexico to Texas by mid-morning, bringing the snow with it. Much of the state will stay dry Tuesday, especially in eastern New Mexico. However, the next storm is quickly spinning towards New Mexico, and it will start bringing snow to the northern mountains and northwest New Mexico by around midday Tue
  
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• Nuclear Museum holds kid-friendly 'Discover STEAM Day'

  14-02-2023 18:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is inviting families to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through experimentation and engaging in hands-on activities directed by local engineers, physicists, and technicians. Nuclear Museum Executive Director Jennifer Hayden talked about what the community can expect at their Feb. 18 event.Story continues below:Crime: Questions remain over NMSU basketball coach’s
  
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• Lawsuit claims Alabama man froze to death in police custody, was ‘likely’ placed in jail freezer

  14-02-2023 16:59 via krqe.com
  
  WALKER COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) – The mother of Anthony “Tony” Mitchell, a Walker County, Alabama man who died in police custody in January, has filed a federal lawsuit against multiple jail officials, including Sheriff Nick Smith, alleging that authorities deprived the man of his constitutional rights by leaving him in the jail’s walk-in freezer “or similar frigid environment” for hours.“This is one of the most appalling cases of jail abuse the country has s
  
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• Oldest brewing company in U.S. now selling in the Midwest

  14-02-2023 16:57 via krqe.com
  
  (Image courtesy: The Associated Press)JOPLIN, Mo. — Yuengling, the oldest brewing company in the United States, has recently expanded into Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma.Yuengling (pronounced "ying-ling") is based in Pottsville, Pennsylvania and is one of the largest craft breweries in the nation with six generations of Yuengling family ownership. New Mexico native’s design showing up on Pabst Blue Ribbon beer cansIn October of last year, Yuengling announced in a Twitter post that the
  
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• Male enhancement pill recalled for containing undisclosed prescription drugs

  14-02-2023 16:41 via krqe.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (WXIN) -- A dietary supplement is being recalled because it is tainted with the active ingredient in the prescription drugs Viagra and Cialis.The Food and Drug Administration says the recall involves one lot of Volt Candy's PrimeZen Black 6000. The recall was initiated after an FDA analysis found the product was tainted with sildenafil and tadalafil.Sildenafil and tadalafil are the active drug ingredients found in Viagra and Cialis, respectively. They are restricted to use under the
  
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• Forrest Gump's box of chocolates sells for $25,000 -- and there's no chocolate inside

  14-02-2023 16:31 via krqe.com
  
  (WXIN) - From Forrest to Ripley, an iconic box of chocolates has a new owner.Ripley's Believe It or Not! purchased the box of chocolates from the 1994 film "Forrest Gump" for $25,000 at auction, the company announced in a release.
  As Tom Hanks famously uttered in the Academy Award-winning film, "My momma always said, 'Life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get.'" In this case, Ripley's knows exactly what it's gonna get. And it's not chocolate. ‘Naked and Afraid
  
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• APD: One person found dead in northwest Albuqueruqe neighborhood

  14-02-2023 15:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were dispatched to northwest Albuquerque just after 5 a.m. Tuesday morning to investigate a homicide. Police responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Rabbit Brush Avenue and Nandina Court, which is near Coors Blvd. and La Orilla Rd.Lobo basketball coach speaks on NMSU hazing scandalWhen APD arrived at the scene they found one person dead from gunshot wounds. The shooting has prompted the APD Homicide U
  
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• APD: One person found dead in northwest Albuquerque neighborhood

  14-02-2023 15:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were dispatched to northwest Albuquerque just after 5 a.m. Tuesday morning to investigate a homicide. Police responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Rabbit Brush Avenue and Nandina Court, which is near Coors Blvd. and La Orilla Rd.Lobo basketball coach speaks on NMSU hazing scandalWhen APD arrived at the scene they found one person dead from gunshot wounds. The shooting has prompted the APD Homicide U
  
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• Study: How much will a dozen roses cost you?

  14-02-2023 15:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) — While Valentine's Day gifts come in many shapes and sizes, an always-popular way to say "be mine" is with a dozen red roses. To show how much people across the country could expect to spend on a bouquet, personal finance site FinanceBuzz researched the cost of a dozen roses in every state.According to the study, the average price for a dozen roses in the United States is $80.16. The Empire State hovers closer to that number than its neighbors, with a bouquet setting b
  
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• Ohio train derailment: Health concerns mount as locals complain of dead fish, headaches

  14-02-2023 15:46 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency told residents near the toxic train derailment in eastern Ohio that it is safe to return home, but some are alarmed and have concerns, as fish in local bodies of water are dying.About 50 cars of the Norfolk Southern freight train, including 10 carrying hazardous materials, derailed on Feb. 3 in the Ohio village of East Palestine. No one was injured in the derailment, which investigators said was caused by a broken axle.
  
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• 'Take a Ride on Us' offers Uber coupon this Valentine's Day

  14-02-2023 14:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County's "Take a Ride on Us" program is providing the Albuquerque community with a safe ride option this Valentine's Day. From Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. until Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 2 a.m. community members can use the code LOVE23 on Uber to get a discount voucher. Each code gives $10 off an Uber ride and is good for two rides per person. New Mexico might make all school meals freeThe campaign is being put on by Bernalillo County DWI Prevent
  
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• PHOTOS: Storm causes snowy, icy roads across New Mexico

  14-02-2023 14:56 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) –  The latest winter storm has caused difficult driving conditions Tuesday morning for parts of New Mexico. According to NMRoads, there are difficult driving conditions from Santa Fe to Albuquerque on I-25, and severe driving conditions in the East Mountains due to snow-covered roads. Also NM536 to Sandia Crest until further notice due to severe winter weather conditions.Weather InformationLatest Weather Video ForecastInteractive RadarWeather Alerts
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• Idris Elba rules himself out as James Bond: 'I'm not going to be that guy'

  14-02-2023 14:23 via krqe.com
  
  DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Actor Idris Elba says he's going to stick with being the tormented detective John Luther — not James Bond.Speaking Tuesday to the World Government Summit in Dubai, Elba brought up the persistent discussions about him taking over as Ian Fleming's famed British spy. Those had grown louder after Daniel Craig's demise as Bond in the 25th film in the franchise called “No Time to Die.”Asked about his upcoming film based on the British series &
  
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• Pence to fight subpoena from special counsel

  14-02-2023 14:22 via krqe.com
  
  Former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to resist a subpoena for testimony as part of a Justice Department special counsel’s investigation into former President Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election, a source familiar with Pence’s plans confirmed to The Hill.Pence is preparing to fight a subpoena from Jack Smith, the special counsel assigned by Attorney General Merrick Garland to oversee investigations into Trump, including one focused on the events of Jan. 6, 2021
  
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• Nikki Haley announces presidential run, becoming first Republican to take on Trump

  14-02-2023 14:21 via krqe.com
  
  Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley (R) jumped into the presidential race early Tuesday, becoming the first Republican to officially challenge former President Donald Trump for the GOP’s 2024 nomination.The former governor and United Nations ambassador announced her bid in a video, calling for new leadership in a party that she acknowledged had repeatedly failed to capture the popular vote in most presidential elections over the past three-plus decades.“Republicans have lost the p
  
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• Nikki Haley announces presidential run

  14-02-2023 14:21 via krqe.com
  
  Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley (R) jumped into the presidential race early Tuesday, becoming the first Republican to officially challenge former President Donald Trump for the GOP’s 2024 nomination.The former governor and United Nations ambassador announced her bid in a video, calling for new leadership in a party that she acknowledged had repeatedly failed to capture the popular vote in most presidential elections over the past three-plus decades.“Republicans have lost the p
  
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• MSU shooting: Police ID suspect; two deceased victims named

  14-02-2023 14:21 via krqe.com
  
  EAST LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- Michigan State University Police held a fourth press conference Tuesday morning where they revealed the name of the suspect in the deadly shooting.
  In total, there are eight known victims, with three being pronounced dead and five more in critical condition at Sparrow Hospital. Two of the dead victims were identified by MSU as Brian Fraser, of Grosse Pointe, and Alexandria Verner, of Clawson.The shelter-in-place was lifted Tuesday night when police said the suspect
  
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• MSU shooting: Police ID suspect; all 8 victims were Michigan State students

  14-02-2023 14:21 via krqe.com
  
  EAST LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- Michigan State University Police held a fourth press conference Tuesday morning where they revealed the name of the suspect in the deadly shooting.
  In total, there are eight known victims, with three being pronounced dead and five more in critical condition at Sparrow Hospital. The shelter-in-place was lifted Tuesday night when police said the suspect had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
  Interim Deputy Chief of MSU Police Chris Rozman provided a recap of th
  
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• Live Coverage: Police identify suspect in Michigan State shooting, all 8 victims were students

  14-02-2023 14:21 via krqe.com
  
  EAST LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- Michigan State University Police are holding a fourth press conference Tuesday morning after a deadly shooting on campus Monday evening.
  In total, there are eight known victims, with three being pronounced dead and five more in critical condition at Sparrow Hospital. The shelter-in-place was lifted Tuesday night when police said the suspect had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
  Interim Deputy Chief of MSU Police Chris Rozman provided a recap of the event and
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: NMSU hazing allegations, Tax transparency, Snow and wind, Tiger cub update, 'Naked and Afraid' takes on northern New Mexico

  14-02-2023 14:19 via krqe.com
  
  Tuesday's Top StoriesIcy roads, snow cause difficult driving conditions across New MexicoWinter weather returns to the metroMichigan State Shooting: Police say 3 killed, 5 injured, suspect had no connection to schoolAlbuquerque city of focus for Operation North StarAlbuquerque appoints city’s first ever woman fire chiefNew Mexico lawmakers put future of PED to votersRoundhouse Roundup: Broadband, acequia funds‘A part of me is gone’: Blind dog still missing after truck stolen in
  
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• More snow, strong winds are on the way for New Mexico

  14-02-2023 14:07 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Snow is starting to end during the morning commute in the northern mountains, northeast highlands, and east mountains. Roads are snow-covered and slick in these areas, and much of northern New Mexico, thanks to overnight heavy snow. This storm will exit New Mexico to Texas by mid-morning, bringing the snow with it. Much of the state will stay dry today, especially in eastern New Mexico. However, the next storm is quickly spinning towards New Mexico, and it will sta
  
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• Roundhouse Roundup: Broadband, acequia funds

  14-02-2023 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – For most New Mexicans, internet access is a necessity. But many regions of the state lack reliable access. But Tuesday February 14, legislators are set to consider a bill that could help the state expand broadband.Broadband developmentsSenate Bill 97, sponsored by Sen. Michael Padilla (D-Abq.) and Christine Chandler (D-Los Alamos, Sandoval & Santa Fe), could help the state expand broadband. The bill would let the State Land Office authorize broadband i
  
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• New Mexico might make all school meals free

  14-02-2023 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A bill up for consideration this year could fund free meals at all New Mexico public and charter schools. If it passes, Senate Bill 4 would allow kids in grades K-12 to get a free breakfast and lunch at school every day, regardless of their family's income.This week on KRQE News 13's "New Mexico News Podcast," Chris McKee and Gabrielle Burkhart host three guests to discuss the proposal. The Food and Hunger Coordinator for the Office of Governor Michelle L
  
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• Lobo basketball coach speaks on NMSU hazing scandal

  14-02-2023 13:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The head basketball coach for the University Of New Mexico, Richard Pitino, has given his feedback about the most recent New Mexico State University basketball team hazing scandal. He reacted to the scandal saying, "I've never seen anything like this, it just breaks my heart. Hopefully, they get to kind of the bottom of it and, you know, not much more than that." Trial begins for former Albuquerque police officer accused of rapeAfter videos of the Lobo baske
  
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• Hundreds of fugitives wanted for violent crimes arrested in Operation North Star

  14-02-2023 13:39 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Hundreds of people wanted for violent crimes, dozens of guns, and pounds of drugs are now off the street after Phase II of Operation North Star.
  It's an effort spearheaded by the U.S. Marshals Service, which partnered with state and local law enforcement to go after people they believe are dangerous in 10 cities across the U.S. The U.S.M.S says their officers went to the 10 U.S. cities with the highest murder rates: Albuquerque, Buffalo, Cleveland, Columbus, Det
  
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• Harrison Middle School teacher keeps the tradition alive with mariachi music program

  14-02-2023 13:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Harrison Middle School students are keeping the tradition alive, filling the halls with guitars strumming and the sound of trumpets coming from the mariachi class.The program has been going on for two years. Music teacher, Isaac Hidalgo, has been around mariachi music since he was about the same age as his students. "I haven't really stopped doing that since then," said Hidalgo.Story continues below:Crime: Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office: 18-year-ol
  
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