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• What we know about Roberta Laundrie's letter to Brian Laundrie

  22-02-2023 23:59 via krqe.com
  
  VENICE, Fla. (WFLA) — As the civil trial between the parents of Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie looms, perhaps no pre-trial decision will be more consequential than whether a letter with alleged instructions to "burn after reading" will be permissible as evidence.The letter, written to Brian Laundrie by his mother Roberta Laundrie, has become the focus of a civil lawsuit filed against the Laundries by Gabby's parents, Joe Petito and Nichole Schmidt.
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• FDA widens advisory on eye products after patients blinded, hospitalized

  22-02-2023 23:59 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday widened an advisory on artificial tear products to include additional ones manufactured by Global Pharma Healthcare Private Limited over concerns of a potential bacterial contamination that could result in blindness or death.The FDA warning now urges consumers and health care professionals not to use EzriCare Artificial Tears, Delsam Pharma’s Artificial Tears, and Delsam Pharma’s Artificial Eye Ointment, which
  
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• Roswell man sentenced to 12 years for fatal shooting

  22-02-2023 23:55 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Christopher Beltran has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the murder of his ex-girlfriend in the summer of 2021. Beltran pled guilty to second-degree murder in the shooting of his ex-girlfriend, 34-year-old Dominique Gonzales. The plea agreement dismissed charges of tampering with evidence and felon in possession of a firearm. Street racing suspected in deadly Las Cruces crashRoswell police responded to shots fired the night of the murder on June 26, 2021
  
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• Winter weather uproots trees, knocks power out across Albuquerque metro

  22-02-2023 23:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – This winter storm is being felt all around the Albuquerque area with intense winds and sideways snow. The roaring winds have uprooted trees and caused traffic light outages, adding time to some people's commute on Wednesday.   Source: Surviving Idaho roommate never went upstairsStrong wind gusts knocked over garbage bins with some of them even getting blown down the street. Rio Rancho Public Schools had staff and students sheltering in place because the high
  
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• Bill to ban abortions in New Mexico stalls at Roundhouse

  22-02-2023 23:54 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Abortion and reproductive care are hot topics at the Roundhouse. Wednesday, legislators considered a bill to re-criminalize abortions in certain circumstances, but the bill failed to move forward.House Bill 258, sponsored by Rep. John Block (R-Alamogordo), would make it a crime to knowingly perform an abortion without determining if the fetus has a detectable heartbeat or without informing the person carrying the fetus whether or not the fetus has a heartbeat.
  
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• Source: Surviving Idaho roommate never went upstairs

  22-02-2023 23:44 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Bethany Funke and Dylan Mortensen were the survivors of the University of Idaho murders allegedly committed by Bryan Kohberger.
  A source close to the families of the Idaho victims told NewsNation that Funke was not among those who discovered the bodies.She was the only one living in the basement at the house and apparently never went upstairs after the killings.
  It's unclear where Funke currently resides, and, according to our source, she has not had any communication with t
  
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• VIDEO: Snow squall hits parts of New Mexico

  22-02-2023 23:41 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A winter storm continues to move through New Mexico Wednesday. With strong gusts, the storm has placed much of the state under a High Wind Warning. The National Weather Service also issued a snow squall warning for multiple parts of New Mexico Wednesday afternoon.Weather InformationLatest Weather Video ForecastInteractive RadarWeather Alerts
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• 'Go Red for Women' luncheon raises awareness for heart disease

  22-02-2023 23:37 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" luncheon occurred on Feb. 22 at Hotel Albuquerque. This luncheon is an annual event that promotes the education and prevention of heart disease in women.
  The event in 2023 marked the 20th anniversary of the luncheon. It featured guest speakers, a silent auction, and a fashion show. KRQE News 13's Jessica Garate was the host at the luncheon Wednesday. The history of the first silver coins with the Albuquerqu
  
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• Rifles, ammo hidden in ice chest at South Texas port of entry

  22-02-2023 23:30 via krqe.com
  
  PHARR, Texas (Border Report) — Federal officers seized high-power rifles, magazines and belt feeder clips hidden in an ice chest and mini-refrigerator on Sunday at the Del Rio International Bridge in South Texas, officials said. Biden ‘travel ban’ leaves asylum-seekers in hands of ‘coyotes,’ advocates sayU.S. Customs and Border Protection officers confiscated the weapons that were heading south into Ciudad Acuña, Mexico, CBP officials said.“This interce
  
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• Street racing suspected in deadly Las Cruces crash

  22-02-2023 22:34 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – Just before 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, a two-vehicle crash occurred, killing one woman and injuring a second woman. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested and accused of causing the crash.Police report that the 17-year-old boy was driving a Dodge Ram east on Lohman Avenue at high speed. The boy reportedly told police he was racing another vehicle when he ran a red light and crashed into a Hyundai Sonata on Espina Street. The 17-year-old initially left the
  
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• New Mexico man charged for selling cannabis without a license

  22-02-2023 21:44 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A recent case in southern New Mexico highlights some of the newest state law on the books being used to address the alleged sale of unlicensed cannabis. A police stop on the New Mexico State University campus resulted in the arrest of an 18-year old, charged with violating cannabis trafficking law. NM House passes bill changing gender-affirming, reproductive healthcare lawsThe stop happened early Wednesday morning, before 5 a.m. in NMSU's "Lot 22" parking lot
  
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• Snow squall, extreme wind gusts moves across New Mexico Wednesday

  22-02-2023 20:50 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Another winter storm has arrived to New Mexico, already seeing 65+ mph early this morning. The winds are only going to continue to pick up into this early afternoon. Gusts could get up to 85+ mph across the south, east, and higher elevations. High Wind Warnings are in effect until early tomorrow morning. According to the National Weather Service a snow squall warning has been issued for multiple parts of New Mexico Wednesday afternoon. Power outage in Albuquer
  
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• Extreme wind gusts, snow and rain across New Mexico Wednesday

  22-02-2023 20:50 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Another winter storm has arrived to New Mexico, already seeing 65+ mph early this morning. The winds are only going to continue to pick up into this early afternoon. Gusts could get up to 85+ mph across the south, east, and higher elevations. High Wind Warnings are in effect until early tomorrow morning. Power outage in Albuquerque impacting over 5,000 customersAlong with the winds, a line of heavy snow and rain is currently pushing across the northwest. This
  
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• Power outages affect more than 6k customers across New Mexico

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages across New Mexico Wednesday evening. According to PNM, over 6,000 customers are without power.
  PNM's outage map shows areas affected including parts of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Belen, and Los Lunas.View PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restore power in the affected areas as quickly as possible. However, it is unclear when power will b
  
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• Power outages affect more than 5k customers across New Mexico

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages across New Mexico Wednesday evening. According to PNM, over 5,519 customers are without power.
  PNM's outage map shows areas affected including parts of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Belen, and Los Lunas.View PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restore power in the affected areas as quickly as possible. However, it is unclear when power will b
  
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• Power outages affect more than 4k customers across New Mexico

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages across New Mexico Wednesday evening. According to PNM, over 4,000 customers are without power.
  PNM's outage map shows areas affected including parts of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Belen, and Los Lunas.View PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restore power in the affected areas as quickly as possible. However, it is unclear when power will b
  
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• Power outages affect more than 2.5k customers across New Mexico

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages across New Mexico Wednesday night. According to PNM, over 2,000 customers are without power.
  PNM's outage map shows areas affected including parts of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Belen, and Los Lunas.View PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restore power in the affected areas as quickly as possible. However, it is unclear when power will be
  
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• Power outages affect more than 13k customers across New Mexico

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages across New Mexico Wednesday afternoon. According to PNM, over 13,000 customers are without power.
  PNM's outage map shows areas affected including parts of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Belen, and Los Lunas.PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restore power in the affected areas as quickly as possible. However, it is unclear when power will be
  
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• Power outages affect more than 10k customers across New Mexico

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages across New Mexico Wednesday afternoon. According to PNM, over 10,000 customers are without power.
  PNM's outage map shows areas affected including parts of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Belen, and Los Lunas.PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restore power in the affected areas as quickly as possible. However, it is unclear when power will be
  
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• Power outage in Albuquerque impacting over 6,000 customers

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages in southwest, northwest and northeast Albuquerque Wednesday. According to PNM, over 3,000 customers are affected by outages in southwest Albuquerque and over 2,000 customers are affected by outages in northwest Albuquerque. They are also reporting over 1,300 customers affected by the outages in northeast Albuquerque. PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restor
  
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• Power outage in Albuquerque impacting over 5,000 customers

  22-02-2023 20:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – PNM is reporting power outages in southwest and northwest Albuquerque Wednesday. According to PNM, over 3,000 customers are affected by outages in southwest Albuquerque and over 2,000 customers are affected by outages in northwest Albuquerque. PNM power outage mapPNM first reported the outages around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. Crews are working to restore power in the affected areas as quickly as possible.
  Due to extreme winds, the Albuquerque-Bernalillo Cou
  
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• Health Alert issued in Albuquerque due to blowing dust

  22-02-2023 20:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County air quality program is issuing a health alert due to blowing dust Wednesday. The health alert is effective from Wednesday, February 22 from 11:50 a.m. until 2 a.m. on Thursday, February 23. Bernalillo County residents with respiratory conditions are encouraged to limit outdoor activity. PNM offers safety tips ahead of high windsCity of Albuquerque offers steps that you can take during health alerts:
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• House passes bill changing gender-affirming, reproductive healthcare laws

  22-02-2023 20:12 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – After hours of debate Tuesday, the New Mexico House passed a bill limiting the state's ability to interfere with reproductive healthcare or gender-affirming healthcare. Next, the bill will be discussed by senators.Sponsored by a handful of Democratic legislators, House Bill 7 is being touted by supporters as life-saving healthcare protection. But some opponents say (such as in a tweet by House Republicans) that it would allow for the "mutilation of children." S
  
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• Where does Albuquerque rank on America's most diverse cities

  22-02-2023 20:07 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) –  The United States is a melting pot of culture. America is on track to be so diverse, by 2045 that no single ethnic group will be the majority in the U.S. for the first time. WalletHub released its list of 2023's most and least ethnically diverse cities. New Mexico among the least educated states, study saysWalletHub looked at America’s cultural profile and compared more than 500 of the largest U.S. cities across three key indicators: Ethnoracial di
  
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• Should the Monday after Super Bowl be a holiday in New Mexico?

  22-02-2023 19:25 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Were you tempted to call in sick on the Monday after the Super Bowl? Well, if a bill introduced at the Roundhouse becomes law, you might not have to. The second Monday February could be a holiday. Bill allowing beer delivery to homes moves forwardSenators Joshua A. Sanchez (R-Cibola, McKinley, Socorro & Valencia) and Cliff R. Pirtle (R-Chaves, Eddy & Otero) sponsored Senate Bill 483. The bill would add 'football Monday' to the list of legal public
  
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• Ash Wednesday in New Mexico

  22-02-2023 18:55 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Wednesday, February 22, 2023 is ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent. Historian Raffi Andonian shared the history behind Ash Wednesday, Lent season and its history in New Mexico. What to expect at Alec Baldwin’s first court hearing FridayHe says Ash Wednesday originated around 1,000 years ago, but became very popular in the United States in the 1970s. New Mexico has strong Catholic roots in its history and this is one reason why Ash Wednesday
  
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• Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' to resume filming in Montana

  22-02-2023 18:38 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - The production company behind Alec Baldwin's high-profile film "Rust" now says it will finish the movie in Montana later this year. The announcement comes just days before Alec Baldwin is expected to face a judge for a first court hearing in the New Mexico criminal case tied to the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. What to expect at Alec Baldwin’s first court hearing FridayIn a news release Wednesday, Rust Movie Productions said it will resu
  
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• Record number of heart donors in New Mexico

  22-02-2023 18:33 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – There have been 880,000 organ transplants nationwide since 1988, according to New Mexico Donor Services. February 14 was national donor day, they say in the last four years, New Mexico has seen the a record number of lives saved through organ donation.
  Story continues below:News: New Mexico holding three delinquent property tax auctionsLegislature: New Mexico bill to ban plastic bags moves forwardCrime: How Albuquerque’s FBI agents are seizing fentanyl a
  
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• Winner comes forward to claim $1.35B Mega Millions jackpot

  22-02-2023 18:30 via krqe.com
  
  PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The winner of a $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot — the fourth largest in U.S. history — has come forward to collect the prize, state officials said Wednesday.The winner had been a mystery, and remains a mystery.The Maine State Lottery said the winner chose to remain anonymous and collect the cash option through a limited liability company, LaKoma Island Investments LLC, instead of receiving the full amount in payments over time.“The winner is tho
  
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• Sports Desk: Trevor Rogers enters spring training with aggressive mentality

  22-02-2023 18:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Pitchers and catchers have reported for Spring Training and Trevor Rogers is ready to take on his third full seaosn with the Miami Marlins. The former Carlsbad standout is coming off a year where he struggled for the first time in his career, however he said that his perspective on dealing with failure has changed. He plans on entering this year more aggressive as he gets back to his dominant ways on the mound. Rogers joined the Sports Desk to talk about whe
  
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• Sports Desk: Trevor Rodgers enters spring training with aggressive mentality

  22-02-2023 18:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Pitchers and catchers have reported for Spring Training and Trevor Rogers is ready to take on his third full seaosn with the Miami Marlins. The former Carlsbad standout is coming off a year where he struggled for the first time in his career, however he said that his perspective on dealing with failure has changed. He plans on entering this year more aggressive as he gets back to his dominant ways on the mound. Rogers joined the Sports Desk to talk about whe
  
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• The history of the first silver coins with the Albuquerque Coin Club

  22-02-2023 16:14 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Coin Club has over 180 members and is the biggest coin club within a 400 mile radius. The club supports collecting and education on coins for its members and the public.Phil Vitale of the Albuquerque Coin Club shares the history of some of the first silver coins ever created.
  Story continues below:News: New Mexico holding three delinquent property tax auctionsLegislature: New Mexico bill to ban plastic bags moves forwardCrime: How Albuquerque&r
  
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• Wildlife species worldwide exposed to 'forever chemicals,' survey shows

  22-02-2023 15:53 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Wildlife from around the world — from polar bears to monkeys to dolphins — may be exposed to cancer-linked “forever chemicals,” a new survey has found.A comprehensive map curated by the Environmental Working Group provides a window into just how many kinds of animals, including some that are endangered or threatened, may be contaminated by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Bill to prevent future Gila cattle shootings tabled in Roundhou
  
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• New Mexico students working on documentary focused on mental health

  22-02-2023 15:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – While a bill aimed at bringing mental wellness rooms to schools makes its way through this legislative session, a group of students are doing their part to showcase why they think it's needed. Students at the New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts are putting together a documentary, inspired by a class project and some new legislation. New Mexico schools could get ‘wellness rooms’ for studentsThe documentary will showcase the process of lawmakers trying
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Extreme wind, Deming utility prices, Redevelop rail yards, Wellness rooms, Student honored

  22-02-2023 15:02 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Top Stories
  New Mexico Gas looking to build natural gas storage facility in Rio RanchoWhat to expect at Alec Baldwin’s first court hearing FridaySuspect arrested following Roswell police car theftAutomated speed vans coming to Bernalillo CountyBCSO asks judge to keep father in jail after child abuse chargesNew Mexico Cattle Growers Association sues feds over cattle aerial shooting operationHere’s what a free IRS e-filing tax return system could look likeRussia, China show
  
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• Here's what a free IRS e-filing tax return system could look like

  22-02-2023 14:50 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The IRS is mulling a massive transformation to the way Americans file their taxes.As Americans prepare for the upcoming filing deadline, the IRS is studying how it could build its own online filing system through which Americans could file their taxes for free.
  Such a system could pose a serious threat to tax preparation companies, who've long fought against efforts to make the tax-filing system easier to navigate.While it could be years before the IRS launches an eventual e-filing
  
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• Extreme wind, mountain snow and valley rain Wednesday

  22-02-2023 14:44 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Winds are picking up Wednesday morning, as the next winter storm moves towards New Mexico. High wind warnings are in effect until 2 a.m. tonight, as winds will gust at 60 to 85 mph across the state.Forecast Continues Below
  Education: UNM supports aspiring Native American teachersCrime: NMSP facing lawsuit after chase leads to car crashLocal Sports: Mendoza ready to win his first Boxing World TitleNew Mexico: Governor signs Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon recovery bil
  
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• Most young men are single. Most young women are not.

  22-02-2023 14:32 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - More than 60 percent of young men are single, nearly twice the rate of unattached young women, signaling a larger breakdown in the social, romantic and sexual life of the American male. Men in their 20s are more likely than women in their 20s to be romantically uninvolved, sexually dormant, friendless and lonely. They stand at the vanguard of an epidemic of declining marriage, sexuality and relationships that afflicts all of young America.  Story continues below:News:
  
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• What to expect at Alec Baldwin's first court hearing Friday

  22-02-2023 14:30 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Criminally charged in the movie set shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, actor-producer Alec Baldwin is expected to face a New Mexico judge for the first time Friday. The high-profile case places a spotlight on the New Mexico legal system and has some asking what they can expect to see at Baldwin's first required hearing.While it's worth noting that judges have significant discretion over what happens in the courtroom, here's a breakdown of what t
  
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• Roundhouse Roundup: CYFD family assessments, biocremation

  22-02-2023 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Wednesday, February 22, New Mexico's legislators are set to tackle some heavy topics. Among the many bills they'll debate are a bill to require the Children, Youth and Families Department to assess certain childcare situations and a bill to allow a new type of cremation in New Mexico.CYFD failure assessmentsLegislators are set to debate Senate Bill 150 today. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Gay G. Kernan (R-Chaves, Eddy & Lea), would require the Children, Youth
  
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• Subway to add EV charging stations to select restaurants nationwide

  22-02-2023 13:43 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) -- Subway plans to add electric vehicle charging stations to select restaurants across the United States, the company announced Tuesday.The project, known as “Subway Oasis,” will include “charging canopies with multiple ports, picnic tables, Wi-Fi, restrooms, green space and even playgrounds,” a news release stated.Subway also plans to roll out smaller EV charging stations to some new or newly remodeled restaurants nationwide. The company will partner with tech com
  
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• Dangerous winds, blizzard conditions Wednesday for parts of New Mexico

  22-02-2023 06:26 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A powerful storm system will bring widespread, damaging wind gusts to New Mexico Wednesday. Heavy snow will also accompany this storm, bringing blizzard and near-blizzard conditions to western and northern parts of the state.Forecast Continues Below
  Education: UNM supports aspiring Native American teachersCrime: NMSP facing lawsuit after chase leads to car crashLocal Sports: Mendoza ready to win his first Boxing World TitleNew Mexico: Governor signs Hermits Peak-Ca
  
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• Deming high utility prices investigated by state auditor

  22-02-2023 06:07 via krqe.com
  
  DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – People in Deming have been shocked and outraged by skyrocketing utility bills. The problem has gotten so bad, the state auditor is now getting involved.
  Even after the city of Deming told residents they made a one-year agreement with their gas supplier, a Deming resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, is still worried about utility bills. "The whole town, even the businesses are like, 'what are we going to do,'" said one concerned Deming resident. "When the yea
  
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• New Mexico Gas looking to build natural gas storage facility in Rio Rancho

  22-02-2023 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Some may remember the big winter storm in February of 2021. "The whole southwest region experienced extremely low temperatures and at the same time, there were constraints on the supply of natural gas and so the prices spiked," Tim Korte, the Communications Manager for the New Mexico Gas Company, says.
  In one week, New Mexico Gas paid $110 million to supply gas to customers. "For comparison, that's the same amount we spent in all 12 months of 2020," Kort
  
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• Mother and son duo study nursing at UNM

  22-02-2023 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A mother and son duo are working to make a dent in New Mexico's healthcare crisis with both of them pursuing nursing degrees at the University of New Mexico at the same time. Melissa and Brian Wyaco are from the Zuni Pueblo. They are not just mother and son, now they are also schoolmates at UNM.
  "My mom was mostly the one that pushed me to get a college education," said Brian to UNM."Was not just her, it was basically my whole family, especially my grandma."
  
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• Mother and son duo study nursing at University of New Mexico

  22-02-2023 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A mother and son duo are working to make a dent in New Mexico's healthcare crisis with both of them pursuing nursing degrees at the University of New Mexico at the same time. Melissa and Brian Wyaco are from the Zuni Pueblo. They are not just mother and son, now they are also schoolmates at UNM.
  "My mom was mostly the one that pushed me to get a college education," said Brian to UNM."Was not just her, it was basically my whole family, especially my grandma."
  
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• Film 'Heist 88' finalized post-production in New Mexico

  22-02-2023 05:10 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Film Office announced that the film titled "Heist 88" finalized post-production and visual effects editing in September. The production of the made-for-TV film employed around 15 New Mexico visual artists. Netflix series ‘American Primeval’ will employ over 4,000 New MexicansThe film is directed by Menhaj Huda ("The Flash," "Harry and Meghan") and it stars Bentley Green ("The Good Doctor," "Grey's Anatomy"), Precious Way ("Queen
  
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• Suspect arrested following Roswell police car theft

  22-02-2023 04:45 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Roswell police report that a man has been arrested for stealing a police vehicle that was left unattended. According to a criminal complaint, the officer left the unit running and unlocked while he went into the police station. Surveillance video showed a man stealing the car while the officer was away. Bernalillo County looking to add speed cameras to roadsBased on the video, officers identified the suspect as 33-year-old Miguel Rodriguez. He has been accused o
  
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• Automated speed vans coming to Bernalillo County

  22-02-2023 04:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County will soon be implementing speed vans which will further automate the county's speed monitoring and enforcement systems. The plan was approved by county commissioners Tuesday night, Feb. 21.This change comes following the success of the speed camera program that the City of Albuquerque launched last year. The vans also allow for a key change – mobility. The speed vans will allow speed cameras to monitor roads outside of city limit
  
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• Albuquerque high school student to meet leaders in medical field

  22-02-2023 04:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque Academy student has received a special honor with the chance to take a trip to meet the leaders of today's medical field. Sophomore Mario Leyba, Jr. will head to Boston for the Congress of Future Medical Leaders in June.High school students at the conference will learn from winners of the Nobel Prize, scientists, leaders in medicine, and more at the event. Leyba, Jr. says it's a chance to explore the career his father chose. Dr. Arsenio Romero
  
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