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• Deming man arrested for killing his brother

  01-03-2023 23:38 via krqe.com
  
  DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – Authorities said a Deming man has been arrested for beating his brother to death. After a fight broke out between two brothers, one allegedly hit the other with a blunt object and killed him.On Monday, Feb. 27, agents from the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau responded to a welfare check. When Luna County deputies arrived, they gave verbal commands to the occupants inside the home, and Rogelio Baeza Jr., 36, exited the residence.
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• I-25 drivers in southern New Mexico might need to adjust route

  01-03-2023 23:31 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Drivers in southern New Mexico trying to get onto I-25 will need to look for another route Wednesday.The northbound I-25 on-ramp at exit 75 in Williamsburg will be closed because of construction. Emergency SNAP benefits come to an endNorthbound I-25 traffic will be detoured to exit 71 in Las Palomas while southbound traffic will be detoured to exit 79 in Truth or Consequences.Drivers should also expect construction next week from March 6 to March 10 on exit 75's so
  
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• NMDOT warns of another round of strong winds, dust, poor visibility

  01-03-2023 23:25 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – NMDOT is warning drivers across much of southern New Mexico to be prepared for snow, strong winds and poor visibility starting this evening with another winter storm. Poor driving conditions are expected to last through Thursday, according to NMDOT. KRQE Forecast: Snow moves into New MexicoThe National Weather Service says southern New Mexico drivers should expect strong wind gusts Wednesday and Thursday, the first two days of March 2023. | Image Courtesy: NWS El P
  
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• UNM's president delivers 5th annual State of the University address

  01-03-2023 23:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The president of the University of New Mexico, Garnett Stokes, delivered her State of the University address on Wednesday, Mar. 1. This year's speech marked the fifth annual State of the University address.According to UNM's website, key themes of the speech included "UNM 2040, a roadmap guiding the University well into the future, the institution’s role in supporting the state's economy through innovation, campus improvements and safety, as well
  
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• New Mexico legislation stopping organ donation discrimination moves forward

  01-03-2023 22:54 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Wednesday, New Mexico moved one step closer to preventing healthcare discrimination in the state. Lawmakers voted in favor of "Glory’s Law," named after a local child who has Down Syndrome and heart-related health issues.Senate bill 71, sponsored by both Democratic and Republican legislators, aims to ban discrimination against disabled individuals in need of organ transplants. The bill prohibits organ procurement organizations, hospitals, transplant
  
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• Willow Piles Prescribed Fire begins in Carson National Forest

  01-03-2023 22:49 via krqe.com
  
  TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – Ignitions have been completed on the Willow Piles Prescribed Fire Tuesday in the Carson National Forest. A National Forest Service press release states piles of vegetation made from 67 acres of thinning are currently burning down as snow falls in the area. New Mexico bill to stop prescribed burns gains supportThe Willow Piles are in an area where snowfall 110% of what is normal for this time of year with an average of three to four feet of snow on the ground. Offic
  
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• Connecticut group urges state to exonerate witch trial victims over 300 years later

  01-03-2023 22:48 via krqe.com
  
  (WTNH) — It's been over 300 years since 34 men and women were accused of witchcraft in Connecticut. Now, they may have the chance to be exonerated.
  While the history of witchcraft in Connecticut was difficult to track due to lack of documentation, the accusations led to the first large-scale witch trials in the American colonies, predating the infamous Salem Witch Trials by nearly 30 years.During a resolution hearing on Wednesday, members of the Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project
  
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• NM United single-match tickets now available

  01-03-2023 22:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Tickets for individual New Mexico United USL Championship home matches are now available. There will be 17 home matches held at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park. New Mexico United to host English soccer club in Albuquerque faceoffSeason ticket holders can also purchase individual tickets for 20% off the normal price during the season. They will need to click the "offers" section of the SeatGeek app to access it. The 2023 NM United season begins
  
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• Travis Scott allegedly punched NYC nightclub worker, caused $12K in damage: sources

  01-03-2023 21:18 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (WPIX) — Rapper Travis Scott was being sought by police Wednesday in connection to a New York City assault case, law enforcement sources told Nexstar's WPIX.Scott, 31, allegedly punched a sound engineer in the face and caused about $12,000 worth of damage to equipment at Nebula, a nightclub in Midtown Manhattan, around 2 a.m., sources said. He is wanted on charges of assault and criminal mischief in the incident, according to sources.Story continues below:Albuquerque: City of Albu
  
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• Soldiers allegedly heard 'loud noise' before killing 5 in Nuevo Laredo

  01-03-2023 21:17 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – The president of Mexico says his administration is investigating the shooting deaths of five men Sunday in Nuevo Laredo, allegedly at the hands of the military.“I know of the case. We were informed at the Security Cabinet (meeting),” President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said at a news conference Wednesday broadcast on YouTube. “(We) asked the Human Rights Commission to intervene. Military authorities are also involved. If any members of t
  
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• Snow moves into New Mexico

  01-03-2023 21:07 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Snow continues to fall in the San Juan Mountains. The next storm will bring more gusty wind to southern New Mexico Wednesday, with wind gusts over 45 mph for all areas south of US-60. The southeast plains and Sacramento Mountains will see even higher wind gusts today through Thursday, with gusts as high as 75 to 80 mph. Dust storms, blowing debris, wind damage and difficult driving is expected for the next 36 hours in the southeast plains. Northern New Mexico
  
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• New Mexico bill could require, fund more protected bike lanes

  01-03-2023 20:50 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A bike lane bill from state lawmakers could require cities to consider making for more space separating cyclists and other road traffic when reworking city roadways. The proposal also calls for millions of dollars in support of what are called "protected bike lanes."Sponsored by Rep. Dayan Hochman-Vigil (D-Abq.) and Sen. Elizabeth "Liz" Stefanics (D-Bernalillo, Lincoln, San Miguel, Santa Fe, Torrance & Valencia) are sponsoring House Bill 408. It calls
  
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• Albuquerque man sentenced for rape, murder of fiancé

  01-03-2023 20:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Jeremiah Lopez, the man convicted of the murder and rape of his fiancée, was sentenced to life in prison plus 15 years Wednesday.
  Story continues below:Albuquerque: City of Albuquerque looks to buy, redevelop closing Walmart storeNew Mexico: Conservation group joins the fight in Gila feral cattle killingCrime: FBI, APD search for credit union ‘Swoosh and Sack Stealer’Entertainment: Over $5.2 million awarded to three New Mexico schools
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• Chocolate peanut butter cups recalled nationwide

  01-03-2023 20:25 via krqe.com
  
  (WKBN)- Some peanut butter cups are being recalled nationwide.
  Russell Stover Chocolates is voluntarily recalling some of its Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cups due to them potentially having undeclared pecans. The products are in 2.4-ounce packaging, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
  Courtesy: FDACourtesy: FDAThe recalled Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cups may contain Sugar-Free Pecan Delights. Pecans are not listed on the label, and people with allergies to pecans run the risk of a ser
  
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• Serial shoplifter released on probation

  01-03-2023 20:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Charmaine Sanchez, a serial shoplifter had been looking at 22 years in prison, then under a plea deal that was reduced to nine years. Now, she will be walking free with five years of supervised probation.Emergency SNAP benefits come to an endSanchez was charged with 19 counts, including shoplifting and drug charges. From September to November of 202, Sanchez is accused of shoplifting nearly $8,000 in merchandise from six different stores. In the plea agreeme
  
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• Jersey Mikes and Make-A-Wish partner for the 'Month of Giving'

  01-03-2023 20:02 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – This year marks Jersey Mike's 13th annual Month of Giving where customers can make a donation throughout the entire month of March. Partnering with Make-A-Wish, it grants a wish to a child who is dealing with a critical illness a chance of hope. The campaign culminates with a day of giving on Wednesday, March 29th when Jersey Mike's will donate 100% of sales towards making life-changing wishes come true.Jersey Mike's will be accepting donations all month lon
  
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• Grant program helps hundreds of Albuquerque education job seekers

  01-03-2023 20:01 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The results of a pilot grant program from Albuquerque's Economic Development Department are in. The program focused on creating new employment pathways for workers in early childhood education. Unemployment rate in New Mexico dropsA third-party evaluation reports the Workforce Development Systems Improvement to Increase Employment Equity (WDSIIEE) served 362 early childhood education job seekers. According to a City of Albuquerque press release, the project
  
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• Buydowns can lower mortgage rates, but are they worth it?

  01-03-2023 19:53 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — As interest rates continue to cut into housing affordability, industry experts say mortgage buydowns have become more common over the past year.
  "We definitely saw an uptick in 2022, throughout the year, from beginning to end," said David Battany, an executive vice president at Guild Mortgage.
  Buydowns are a way for buyers to pay a lower interest rate, either temporarily or permanently, because a mortgage lender has received additional money up front, effectively "buyin
  
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• Albuquerque Isotopes single game tickets on sale

  01-03-2023 19:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Isotopes individual game tickets go on sale Monday, March 6. Fans can purchase tickets to any of the 75 home games, including promotional nights, at abqisotopes.com, ticketmaster.com or the Isotopes box office. For a full list of the Isotopes 2023 season promotional schedule, click here.Albuquerque Isotopes release 2023 promotional scheduleThe home opener for the Isotopes is Tuesday, April 4 at 6:35 p.m. against the Salt Lake City Bees. This kick
  
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• Albuquerque Isotopes single game tickets go on sale next week

  01-03-2023 19:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Isotopes individual game tickets go on sale Monday, March 6. Fans can purchase tickets to any of the 75 home games, including promotional nights, at abqisotopes.com, ticketmaster.com or the Isotopes box office. For a full list of the Isotopes 2023 season promotional schedule, click here.Albuquerque Isotopes release 2023 promotional scheduleThe home opener for the Isotopes is Tuesday, April 4 at 6:35 p.m. against the Salt Lake City Bees. This kick
  
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• KFC bringing back 'buzzworthy' menu item for first time in nearly a decade

  01-03-2023 19:34 via krqe.com
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WXIN) – KFC has announced plans to bring back its Double Down sandwich — which uses fried chicken in place of bread — for the first time in nearly a decade.The bunless sandwich will return for a four-week nationwide run starting Monday, March 6.The Double Down contains two slices of cheese, hickory-smoked bacon, and either mayo or spicy sauce sandwiched between two KFC Extra Crispy filets. During the first month of its debut in 2010, KFC sold more than 10 milli
  
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• New Mexico lawmakers uneasy about putting money toward oil emissions cleanup

  01-03-2023 19:01 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico is on a path to a cleaner environment. It's a priority legislators and the governor have been working towards for years. Now, lawmakers are debating one way to help: covering the cost of stripper well cleanup.Stripper wells are oil and gas wells nearing the end of their life. House Bill 350, sponsored by a trio of Republican legislators, would give a tax credit to companies that install vapor recovery units on their stripper wells. These units h
  
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• Emergency SNAP benefits come to an end

  01-03-2023 18:47 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico Human Services department announced starting in March, over 500,000 New Mexicans who have been receiving emergency COVID Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, will be going back to regular pre-pandemic benefits. How long will the ski season last in New Mexico?During the emergency period, a family of three was receiving $740 in SNAP benefits each month, those families will return to receiving an average of $335 per month. A one-p
  
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• Florida lawmaker's bill would get rid of the Democratic Party

  01-03-2023 17:00 via krqe.com
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — Florida Democrats took on tremendous losses last election cycle, and now a Republican state lawmaker wants to eliminate the party entirely with a bill filed Tuesday.“The Ultimate Cancel Act” (SB 1248), sponsored by state Sen. Blaise Ingoglia (R-Spring Hill), would cancel the filings of any political party that supported slavery during the Civil War."The Democrat party adopted pro-slavery stances in their party platforms and this bill says that if you
  
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• Execution-style killing in downtown St. Louis caught on video

  01-03-2023 16:32 via krqe.com
  
  ST. LOUIS (KTVI) – The appalling execution-style killing of a St. Louis man has left local residents concerned for the future of their city.“It was crazy, man, it was most definitely tragic,” downtown resident Tiger Jackson said after seeing footage of the shooting, which was captured by a witness on Monday morning.The disturbing video has been viewed and shared millions of times on social media.
  The clip shows the victim sitting on a curb in front of the St. Louis Globe-Democr
  
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• USPS to purchase 9,000 electric vehicles, install 14,000 charging stations

  01-03-2023 16:25 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The U.S. Postal Service will buy more than 9,000 Ford electric delivery vehicles, one year after an initial plan to buy predominantly gas-powered vehicles sparked controversy.In an announcement Wednesday, USPS said it has awarded contracts to buy 9,250 Ford EVs, part of a vehicle electrification plan Postmaster General Louis DeJoy announced in December. USPS will also buy an equivalent number of gas-powered vehicles from Stellantis and 14,000 charging stations.“We are moving
  
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• Isleta Blvd. closed near Blake Rd. due to crash

  01-03-2023 16:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – All of southbound Isleta Blvd. is closed at Blake Rd. due to a crash Wednesday morning. Bernalillo County Sheriff's Deputies say there are no injuries reported in the crash.
  It is unknown what caused the crash or how long traffic in the area may be affected. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to seek an alternate route.
  
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• How long will the ski season last in New Mexico?

  01-03-2023 16:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) -For parts of New Mexico, the last couple of months have been eventful with some winter storms. During a January storm, some residents near Taos reported 8.5 inches of snow. With the recent winter storms, does that mean the ski season will last longer?
  If the temperatures stay low, the season will last a little bit longer says KRQE meteorologist Zoe Mitz. Ski season usually ends, at the end of March or early April. She also says parts of the state could also see som
  
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• Lovington moves forward with plans for micro-distillery

  01-03-2023 15:36 via krqe.com
  
  LOVINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Lovington is working to bring new life to its downtown. Lovington is one step closer to having it's first micro-distillery all thanks to grant money from the USDA. City of Albuquerque looks to buy, redevelop closing Walmart storeThe hope is the new distillery will not only make it a place for locals to spend their time, but also draw in visitors all while generating money for the state.
  The project 'Afterhours on Main' is years in the making n
  
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• Eli Lilly caps insulin costs at $35 per month

  01-03-2023 15:34 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The drugmaker Eli Lilly is cutting prices for its insulin and capping costs at $35 per month, the company said Wednesday. Out-of-pocket costs at participating retail pharmacies will max out at $35 for patients with commercial insurance using Lilly insulin, according to a release. People without insurance can still benefit if they use Lilly’s savings card program. The cap is an immediate change that comes as the company works to reduce the prices of its most commonly
  
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• Anti-abortion allies change tactics after post-Roe defeats

  01-03-2023 15:10 via krqe.com
  
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Republicans and their anti-abortion allies, who suffered a series of defeats in ballot questions in states across the political spectrum last year, are changing tactics as new legislative sessions and the new election season start.In states where citizens have direct access to the ballot, Republicans are considering ways to prevent another loss in an abortion-rights referendum.In some states, Republicans are considering exemptions to sweeping bans or looking at ways
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Back at work, Stepping down, Snow and wind, New plans, Faster commute

  01-03-2023 15:08 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Five Facts[1] Protests follow APD rehiring of officer who killed James Boyd - A group of protestors crashed the mayor’s office Tuesday to protest an officer who was fired and rehired after the shooting of a homeless man in the foothills. The shooting sparked protests and the firing of SWAT team members Perez and Keith Sandy. But Perez was reinstated under Mayor R.J. Berry in 2017 after his murder trial ended in a hung jury. APD says Perez’s duties do not involve taking ca
  
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• Storm moves in bringing snow, rain and strong winds

  01-03-2023 14:53 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – This morning is mostly to party sunny across the state, with chilly temperatures in the 20s, 30s and 40s. Snow continues to fall in the San Juan Mountains. The next storm will bring more gusty wind to southern NM today, with wind gusts over 45 mph for all areas south of US-60. The southeast plains and Sacramento Mountains will see even higher wind gusts today through Thursday, with gusts as high as 75 to 80 mph. Dust storms, blowing debris, wind damage and difficul
  
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• APD: Fatal pedestrian crash, Central closed near Eubank

  01-03-2023 14:28 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash Wednesday morning near Central and Eubank. Police say officers were sent to the area around 5:30 a.m. to reports of a person laying in the road. City of Albuquerque looks to buy, redevelop closing Walmart storeAPD says when officers arrived they found a person lifeless in the road. They say the person showed signs of being struck by a vehicle. Police are investigating the incide
  
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• Multiple lanes closed on I-40 westbound near Route 66 Casino due to rollover

  01-03-2023 14:17 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Westbound I-40 is down to one lane near Route 66 Casino after a rollover crash Wednesday morning. Bernalillo County Sheriff's Deputies say no life threatening injuries are reported at this time.It is unknown what caused the crash or how long traffic in the area will affected. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to find an alternate route.
  
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• I-40 westbound near Route 66 Casino reopen after rollover caused closures

  01-03-2023 14:17 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Westbound I-40 is reopen after being reduced to one lane near Route 66 Casino after a rollover crash Wednesday morning. Bernalillo County Sheriff's Deputies say no life threatening injuries were reported. It is unknown what caused the crash.
  
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• Roundhouse Roundup: Graduation requirements, gender-affirming healthcare

  01-03-2023 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Among the many bills up for debate Wednesday, March 1, are several that have already seen intense debate. That includes a bill to change high school graduation requirements and a bill to limit state interference with reproductive healthcare.Graduation requirementsIt's been over a decade since New Mexico's high school graduation requirements were comprehensively revamped. Now, a bipartisan bill would make some statewide changes while still giving school dis
  
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• Long-lost ship found in Lake Huron, confirming tragic story

  01-03-2023 12:09 via krqe.com
  
  TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Even for the Thunder Bay area, a perilous swath of northern Lake Huron off the Michigan coast that has devoured many a ship, the Ironton’s fate seems particularly cruel.The 191-foot (58-meter) cargo vessel collided with a grain hauler on a blustery night in September 1894, sinking both. The Ironton’s captain and six sailors clambered into a lifeboat but it was dragged to the bottom before they could detach it from the ship. Only two crewmen survived.
  
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• Doctors are prescribing Ozempic, Mounjaro 'off label' for weight loss: Is that allowed?

  01-03-2023 12:02 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Diabetes drugs Semaglutide and Tirzepatide – better known by the brand names they're marketed under: Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro – aren't just being prescribed for diabetics anymore. They've become popular as celebrities, influencers, and others willing to spend about $1,000 a month have used the medicines to lose weight quickly.
  In many cases, it's only possible for non-diabetics to get their hands on the drugs because doctors and other medical professionals are p
  
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• New Starbucks drinks with olive oil a curiosity in Italy

  01-03-2023 11:58 via krqe.com
  
  MILAN (AP) — Putting olive oil in coffee is hardly a tradition in Italy, but that didn't stop Starbucks interim CEO Howard Schultz from launching a series of beverages that do just that in Milan, the city that inspired his coffee house empire.The coffee-olive oil concoction — echoing a keto-inspired trend of adding butter to coffee, only with a sugary twist — has provoked both amusement and curiosity among Italians. Albuquerque Starbucks worker speaks out after location un
  
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• UNM men's basketball turn away Fresno State on Senior Night

  01-03-2023 07:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Coming off of a buzzer beater defeat over the weekend, Richard Pitino's UNM Lobo men's basketball team bounced back on Senior Night with an 94-80 victory over Fresno State.
  The Lobos got a measure of revenge by beating the Bulldogs. The Bulldogs handed the Lobos their first defeat back in January. At the time, the Lobos were leading the nation in consecutive victories without any losses, jumping out to a 14-0 record.
  Lobo senior Morris Udeze led five Lobos i
  
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• Ghislaine Maxwell's appeals arguments mirror earlier claims

  01-03-2023 06:44 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A federal appeals court should reverse the conviction of Ghislaine Maxwell or grant a new trial on charges that she joined and enabled the sexual abuse that Jeffrey Epstein committed on scores of teenagers and young women for more than a decade, her lawyers argued in court papers Tuesday.The arguments the lawyers submitted to the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals largely repeated claims she unsuccessfully made to a trial judge who sent her to prison for 20 years. Man behind
  
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• 'Endangered' milkweed could affect state's plans to build border wall in South Texas

  01-03-2023 06:09 via krqe.com
  
  McALLEN, Texas (Border Report) -- Despite protests from the State of Texas, the federal government has listed as endangered a rare milkweed plant that monarch butterflies thrive on and is designating miles of critical habitat on the South Texas border that could affect future state border wall development.Rio Bravo residents vow to fight state’s ‘forever’ border wall in South Texas
  The prostrate milkweed (Asclepias prostrata) on Tuesday was listed as an endangered species in th
  
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• Campaign in the works to help Americans understand Mexico's public-smoking ban

  01-03-2023 06:02 via krqe.com
  
  TIJUANA (Border Report) -- Mexican tourism officials plan on launching a campaign to educate American tourists about Mexico's strict new tobacco ban.
  The goal is to help people north of the border understand the new changes implemented this year when it comes to smoking in public places.The new law bans smoking in areas such as hotels, beaches, parks, churches, stadiums and other public spaces. (Smoking has been banned in Mexican restaurants and bars since 2008.)Mexico bans public smoking, tobac
  
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• Dr. David Scrase retires, reflects on time navigating pandemic

  01-03-2023 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Doctor David Scrase is known as New Mexico's top doctor who led the state through the pandemic, even earning the nickname "New Mexico's Dr. Fauci." This month he officially retired from state leadership. KRQE'S New Mexico News Podcast talked to him about his time in the state, here are some highlights.
  Dr. Scrase was the face of fighting COVID-19 in New Mexico for the last about three years. "I think it was at least 80-hour weeks there for a year or more," h
  
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• Lobo women's basketball unleash Duff sisters on Fresno State

  01-03-2023 05:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Twins LaTascya and Latora Duff combined for over half of New Mexico's 88 points to help the University of New Mexico Lobos turn away Fresno State 88-68 in a Mountain West women's basketball game Tuesday night.Before halftime, the Lobos were shooting over 70% from the three point line. They finished the game shooting 64% from deep, making 16 of 25 attempts. LaTascya Duff finished with a game-high of 27 points while Latora Duff scored 19 points. Four Lobos fin
  
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• Prescribed burns begin in Socorro County

  01-03-2023 05:48 via krqe.com
  
  SOCORRO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bureau of Land Management has started a prescribed burn in Socorro County, New Mexico. Crews will focus their efforts on the Red Rio Bombing Range on the White Sands Missile Range west of Carrizozo.Around 35 people will be working on the unit. The bureau says that the area is sheltered from high winds so greater wind speeds are needed to implement the burn. Protests follow APD rehiring of officer who killed James Boyd“To safely complete the burn
  
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• South Valley Little League fields flood with sewer water

  01-03-2023 04:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Water Authority says a sewer main break caused issues at the South Valley Little League fields Tuesday, Feb. 28. A break in the main near Isleta caused sewage water to flood into the little league fields. $20,000 in mattresses donated to a local non-profitThe line has been repaired but David Morris with the water authority says it is likely going to be a couple of days before the fields are safe to use again. Morris says no businesses or
  
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• BCSO: Foothill Drive closed south of Amalia Road due to 'structure fire'

  01-03-2023 04:31 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – According to a Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office tweet, deputies are assisting the Bernalillo County Fire Department with traffic control due to a structure fire. As of 8:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28, both northbound and southbound Foothill Drive are closed. View KRQE's Traffic MapFoothill Drive. Courtesy of Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office.The section of Foothill Drive that is closed is south of Amalia Road. Foothill Drive runs close to Coors Boulev
  
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• Couy Griffin back in court over 'Cowboys for Trump'

  01-03-2023 04:18 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The former Otero County Commissioner and co-founder of "Cowboys for Trump," Couy Griffin, was back in court Monday, Feb 27. Griffin is accused of failing to register "Cowboys for Trump" as a political committee.
  In 2022, Griffin was removed from office based on a decision from a New Mexico district court judge due to his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, riots. The decision also barred Griffin from holding public office again. All aboard: New project aims to speed Rail
  
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