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• Will 'Baby Bot' and 'digital workers' help speed New Mexicans' Medicaid process?

  12-05-2023 23:52 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Automation seems to be everywhere these days. And the state's main department for providing social services to more than 1 million New Mexicans is embracing the technology as well.New Mexico's Human Services Department (HSD) helps New Mexicans enroll in Medicaid, access behavioral health services, and connect to food assistance programs. And within the department is some cutting-edge tech, including 'digital workers.'SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc., an in
  
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• NMSU athletic director Mario Moccia's contract renewal draws mixed response

  12-05-2023 23:46 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – Mixed reaction at the New Mexico State University Board of Regents meeting over the new deal for embattled athletic director Mario Moccia. The school recently re-upped the AD for five years despite the scandals rocking the basketball program. Men’s basketball coach Richard Pitino signs contract extension with the LobosThe NMSU faculty senate expressed worry over athletic director Mario Moccia's recent contract renewal amidst the ongoing controversy surroundi
  
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• Albuquerque is asking you which city programs should get an internal audit

  12-05-2023 23:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque's Office of Internal Audit looks into city programs and departments to check for issues and wasteful spending. Now, the office is taking suggestions on which city projects should get an audit."Audits considered for inclusion in the Annual Audit Plan are compiled from suggestions from the public, city staff and elected officials," the Office of Internal Audit says on their website. Audit ideas also come from complaints/tips and programs chose
  
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• ABQ BioPark donates $3K to help conserve Grand Cayman blue iguanas

  12-05-2023 23:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The ABQ BioPark has highlighted Blue Iguanas all week in celebration of Grand Cayman Blue Iguana Day. As part of the week, the BioPark donated $3,000 to the photogenic lizards. Spend Mother’s Day at the zooThe money came from the behind-the-scenes reptile tours offered at the park. The BiPpark is funding a hatchling center at the Blue Iguana Conservation Center in the Cayman Islands.
  
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• Is it illegal to collect rainwater in New Mexico?

  12-05-2023 23:06 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As rain approaches this weekend in New Mexico, many residents will be collecting rainwater, but is that legal? The World Water Reserve published a full state-by-state guide to explain which states are and aren't allowed to harvest rainwater.While collecting rainwater is not federally illegal, many states do have restrictions in place, and water laws are primarily handled on the state level. On the contrary, some states even offer incentives if you do collect r
  
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• New Mexicans who used TurboTax could get some settlement funds

  12-05-2023 22:54 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As part of a $141 million settlement, some New Mexicans might be getting a check if they used certain TurboTax services.The funds are part of a multistate settlement agreed to by TurboTax's parent company, Intuit. Attorneys General from around the U.S. argued that many people qualified for free tax preparation, but were misled into paying for TurboTax. Mosquito season ramps up, Albuquerque urges preps to keep bites at bay“The way that TurboTax advertised
  
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• Man accused of firing shots at APD officers makes first court appearance

  12-05-2023 22:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Kevin Trujillo, the man shot by an Albuquerque Police Department officer Wednesday night, made his first appearance in court Friday afternoon. According to the criminal complaint, the ShotSpotter system detected six gunshots near Eastern Ave. in southeast Albuquerque around 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday night. Two officers responded and found a man later identified as Trujillo. Federal fugitive arrested in Rio Rancho following stand-offWhen they attempted to stop h
  
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• Health alert issued for Bernalillo County starting late Friday night

  12-05-2023 22:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program has issued a health alert due to blowing dust. That warning is set to start at 11 p.m. Friday night and will end at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Albuquerque crossing guards host children’s clothing drive The organization has listed these steps for people during health alerts:
  Limit your time spent outdoors and avoid outdoor exercise.Schools and senior citizen facilities may want to provide indoor activ
  
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• Which Albuquerque breweries can you bring your dog to?

  12-05-2023 22:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As summer approaches and the weather heats up, it is good to know where you can and can't bring your pup. The Albuquerque area has a surprising amount of breweries that are dog-friendly.
  KRQE News 13 has compiled a list of breweries in The Duke City where you can enjoy some brews with your dog. Here are those spots as of May 2023: Where to stop for an eccentric New Mexico road tripTractor Brewing
  ABQ Locations: Wells Park, 1800 Fourth Street NW. Nob Hill, 11
  
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• Spend Mother's Day at the zoo

  12-05-2023 22:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Mother's Day weekend is coming and for those who do not have any plans yet the Albuquerque Biopark has an event coming up. The ABQ Biopark is inviting the community to come to spend the day with them and celebrate the holiday. They will be hosting a mom-themed celebration.Santa Fe Indigenous Center offering food, vaccinations, and Mother’s Day giftsThe day will kick off with some live local music starting at 9 a.m., and the event will go on until 5 p.m
  
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• Dog-friendly breweries in Albuquerque

  12-05-2023 22:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As summer approaches and the weather heats up, it is good to know where you can and can't bring your pup. The Albuquerque area has a surprising amount of breweries that are dog-friendly.
  KRQE News 13 has compiled a list of breweries in The Duke City where you can enjoy some brews with your dog. Here are those spots as of May 2023: Where to stop for an eccentric New Mexico road tripTractor Brewing
  ABQ Locations: Wells Park, 1800 Fourth Street NW. Nob Hill, 11
  
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• OffCenter Community Arts host silent auction event

  12-05-2023 21:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The 'OffCenter Community Arts Project' is a free community art studio that invites all to create, connect and learn. Their mission is to give the community a safe and supportive environment for art-making and social interaction. They are bringing back their favorite exhibit and most important fundraising event of the year called the 'Little House Auction'.What’s happening around New Mexico May 12 – May 18The Little House Auction will feature artwo
  
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• Jury: Vallow guilty of murdering her 2 children

  12-05-2023 21:29 via krqe.com
  
  BOISE, Idaho (NewsNation) — An Idaho jury found Lori Vallow guilty of first-degree murder in the deaths of her two youngest children, almost-17-year-old Tylee Ryan, and JJ Vallow, 7.She was also found guilty of all the other charges she is facing, including conspiracy to commit first-degree murder in the case of her husband, Chad Daybell's, previous wife Tammy, and grand theft.
  Vallow sat emotionless with a blank stare looking at the jury as the guilty verdicts were read Friday at the Ada
  
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• When will Albuquerque get noise cameras? Pilot project still in planning phase

  12-05-2023 21:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City councilors passed a measure late last year calling for a "noise camera" pilot project that could help identify and possibly cite drivers with excessively loud cars. Albuquerque Police are working on the project now, but it may still be a while before anything takes shape in the Duke City.After passing the ordinance in December, councilors initially outlined a six month timeframe to get the test program up and running. Today, the city seemingly still has
  
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• United Healthcare grants $60K for firefighter mental health

  12-05-2023 20:55 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – An event focusing on the mental health of first responders is being held at the Sandoval County Fire Department Headquarters Saturday.Albuquerque crossing guards host children’s clothing driveUnited Healthcare awarded a $60,000 grant to provide a training session for firefighters and first responders. The training will be focused on mental well-being, especially for first responders in rural parts of the state. According to the Firefighter Behavioral Health A
  
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• Albuquerque crossing guards host children's clothing drive

  12-05-2023 20:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Crossing guards in Albuquerque are hosting a children's clothing drive Friday. The event is being held at Locker 505, on Menaul near Coronado Mall.El Pollo Loco plans New Mexico expansionThe company is giving people more opportunities to donate if you can't make it to the clothing drive Friday. They will also be gathering clothes at 50 different elementary schools around Albuquerque from May 15 through 19. Any donation is welcome, but they are most in need o
  
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• Which New Mexico cities have the most student debt?

  12-05-2023 19:36 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – WalletHub recently released its ranking of 2023's cities with the most and least amounts of student debt. Several New Mexico cities made the list in a variety of placements.For the study, WalletHub looked at the median amount of student debt with the median earnings for adults over 25 years old with a bachelor's degree. These factors were compared for over 2,500 U.S. cities.The highest ratio of student debt to median earnings was 82.44%, putting Walterboro, South C
  
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• Men's basketball coach Richard Pitino signs contract extension with the Lobos

  12-05-2023 19:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Richard Pitino is now locked in to the Lobo men's basketball program through the 2027-28 season. The University of New Mexico announced a contract extension for its head coach on Friday."The time is right to invest in this program and I believe Lobo basketball has a bright future with Coach Pitino leading the way," said UNM athketic director Eddie Nuñez.Pitino took over as head coach of the program in the 2021-2022 season and improved the Lobos win to
  
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• El Pollo Loco plans New Mexico expansion

  12-05-2023 19:04 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The restaurant chain El Pollo Loco announced it is expanding to new areas, including New Mexico. The company signed three new development agreements that will see it move into northern Colorado, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas.Where to stop for an eccentric New Mexico road tripEl Pollo Loco will have nine locations in New Mexico, according to a release sent out by the company. The first of these locations is set to be opened in November 2024. The new restaurants
  
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• The Bosque reopens after BCSO have armed person in custody

  12-05-2023 18:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Sheriff's Deputies have an armed person in custody. BCSO was searching for the subject Friday morning in the Bosque near Paseo Del Norte and Alameda. The Bosque was closed in the area during the search, but is now reopen. Details on the incident are not available.
  
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• The Bosque reopen after BCSO search for armed person

  12-05-2023 18:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Sheriff's Deputies have an armed person in custody. BCSO was searching for the subject Friday morning in the Bosque near Paseo Del Norte and Alameda. The Bosque was closed in the area during the search, but is now reopen. Details on the incident are not available.
  
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• The Bosque reopen after BCSO have armed person in custody

  12-05-2023 18:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Sheriff's Deputies have an armed person in custody. BCSO was searching for the subject Friday morning in the Bosque near Paseo Del Norte and Alameda. The Bosque was closed in the area during the search, but is now reopen. Details on the incident are not available.
  
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• BCSO searching for armed person in the Bosque

  12-05-2023 18:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Sheriff's Deputies are searching for an armed person in the Bosque between Alameda and Paseo Del Norte. BCSO is asking people to avoid the area. KRQE has reached out to BCSO. No other information is available at this time.
  
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• Want to work in film? New Mexico Film Office launches new training

  12-05-2023 17:07 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Film Office (NMFO) has announced its new series of online production assistant (PA) training, "breaking in." The free training supports New Mexicans looking to begin work in the local film industry.The role of a production assistant is an entry-level crew position that includes a variety of administrative and physical tasks on set. The online PA training sessions will be one day long and will run from May to July of 2023. Where to stop for an ec
  
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• Forest Service funds $23 million for New Mexico and Arizona projects

  12-05-2023 16:43 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The USDA Forest Service has announced that over $23 million in funding from the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) will go to projects in New Mexico and Arizona. The funds will support 27 projects across the two states."We are excited for the continued opportunities to collaborate on these large-scale Great
  American Outdoors Act projects. With our communities and partners, we are improving visitor
  access, land and water conservation, and recreation infrastructure,"
  
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• Reports: New Twitter CEO is NBCUniversal's Linda Yaccarino, an executive with deep advertising roots

  12-05-2023 16:42 via krqe.com
  Elon Musk said he has found a new CEO for Twitter, or X Corp. as it’s now called, and multiple media reports identify her as NBCUniversal's Linda Yaccarino, an executive with deep ties to the advertising industry.
  Musk did not name Yaccarino when he made the announcement Thursday, but on Friday NBCUniversal said that Yaccarino would be stepping down from the company as chairwoman for global advertising and partnerships.
  According to Yaccarino's LinkedIn, Yaccarino has worked at NBCUniversa
  
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• 'Legend of Zelda': What does this photo have to do with it?

  12-05-2023 16:02 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — As Nintendo releases its latest installment in the iconic "The Legend of Zelda" game series on Friday ("The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom"), the new chapter brings new interest in protagonist Link and the lore of the kingdom of Hyrule. But there's one behind-the-scenes detail of the "Zelda" world you may not know: how the titular Princess Zelda got her name.Story continues below:Crime: Decorated Albuquerque balloon pilot gets trailer stolen, wants balloon backAlbuquerqu
  
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• Adoption Day in Bernalillo County

  12-05-2023 15:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Friday, May 12 is adoption day in Bernalillo County. In 2016, New Mexico's Second Judicial District Court set aside the Friday before Mother's Day as "Spring Adoption Day." Decorated Albuquerque balloon pilot gets trailer stolen, wants balloon backThe tradition brings dozens of people to children's court to celebrate kids being officially adopted. Last year, the court completed 108 adoptions; half of which were kids in foster care. The adoption event starts
  
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• Flesh-eating 'zombie drug' saturating Los Angeles streets, officials say

  12-05-2023 15:34 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (KTLA) - A flesh-eating "zombie drug" called xylazine has been saturating the streets of Los Angeles with severe, deadly effects when mixed with illicit opioids.Los Angeles County Sheriff’s officials launched a new program to track the troubling prevalence of the substance, which is a sedative typically used by veterinarians to anesthetize animals.Story continues below:Crime: Decorated Albuquerque balloon pilot gets trailer stolen, wants balloon backAlbuquerque: Mosquito season
  
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• California man admits to deliberately crashing plane to get YouTube views

  12-05-2023 15:34 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – With multiple camera shots and slick editing, former pilot Trevor Jacob documented the dramatic moments when his small plane crashed into a California hillside in Santa Barbara County, just moments after he jumped from the cockpit and parachuted to safety.The 2021 video, uploaded to YouTube with the title "I Crashed My Airplane," quickly amassed hundreds of thousands of views.It was all staged.On Wednesday, Jacob, 29, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of obstructing a federal inve
  
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• WATCH: Florida deputies save hawk with snake wrapped around its neck

  12-05-2023 14:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALACHUA COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) - Two Florida deputies helped a hawk escape the clutches of a snake on Sunday.In body camera footage released by the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, Deputy Dasher and Deputy Forero responded to a report of an injured hawk in the roadway. When they got closer, they realized the red-shouldered hawk had a snake coiled around its neck and wing."He's wrapped up pretty good," one said.‘Chonkosaurus’: Kayakers encounter giant snapping turtle along Chicago RiverT
  
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• CVS fined millions for selling expired baby food, formula in California

  12-05-2023 14:53 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – Pharmacy and grocery retailer CVS has been ordered to pay $6.5 million in penalties for selling expired items in its California stores, including over-the-counter drugs, baby food and infant formula.On Thursday, Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin announced that his office, as well as 11 other DA's Offices across the state, settled a civil lawsuit against the retail chain.
  The original complaint was filed in Santa Cruz County Superior Court and alleged that CVS and its
  
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• Car hits train in Austin after police chase, driver dies

  12-05-2023 14:49 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Police said the driver of a car that hit a train Friday morning in east Austin following a chase between police has died. Officials believed the chase was with a suspected drunk driver.According to police, officers attempted to stop the driver at East Seventh and Neches Streets at 2:36 a.m. but the driver took off.
  The driver then hit the train at the crossing of Seventh Street and Northwestern Avenue. That's just west of Pleasant Valley Road.
  According to Austin Tra
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Fire continues, Overnight homicide, Weekend rain chances, Bike shop closing, Adoption day

  12-05-2023 14:46 via krqe.com
  
  Friday's Top Stories
  Española teen files lawsuit after case of mistaken identityWhy has Tent Rocks been closed for three years?Albuquerque man accused of raping special-needs teen to stay behind barsDecorated Albuquerque balloon pilot gets trailer stolen, wants balloon backApproved Santa Fe budget for FY 2024 includes housing, pay bumpWhat’s happening around New Mexico May 12 – May 18No injuries reported in US outbreak of small tornadoes; more storms possiblePalestinian milita
  
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• Weekend rain chances across New Mexico

  12-05-2023 14:41 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Friday morning is chilly, clear and calm across all of New Mexico. Friday will be a nice day! Temperatures will warm a few degrees from Thursday's highs, winds will lighten up and skies will stay mostly sunny.Forecast Continues Below
  Housing: Española teen files lawsuit after getting stopped and handcuffed at gunpoint in case of mistaken identityEntertainment: New Mexico-filmed “Flamin’ Hot” trailer dropsCommunity: What’s happening ar
  
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• Beautiful Friday ahead of weekend rain chances

  12-05-2023 14:41 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Friday morning is chilly, clear and calm across all of New Mexico. Friday will be a nice day! Temperatures will warm a few degrees from Thursday's highs, winds will lighten up and skies will stay mostly sunny.Forecast Continues Below
  Crime: Chaves County jail guard charged in attackHousing: Barelas neighbors battle over proposed mixed-use affordable housing developmentNew Mexico: Newborn found dead in hospital trash, Artesia woman charged
  Big changes are in store f
  
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• What’s happening around New Mexico May 12 – May 18

  12-05-2023 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from May 12 – May 18.Albuquerque
  May 12 – Food Truck Fridays – Every Friday from 11 A.M. – 2 P.M., food trucks will be set up along Civic Plaza. The event will include a variety of food trucks, live music, and a setting area to dine.May 12 – Drink & Paint – Head to UN-17 for a fun night of drinking and painting. Attendees can enjoy the night with a cocktail
  
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• Shooting in southwest Albuquerque leaves one dead, one injured

  12-05-2023 13:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a homicide in southwest Albuquerque. APD says around 10 p.m. Thursday, officers were called to the 1400 block of Dona Arceia St. because of shots being fired.46-year-old Albuquerque bike business closing due to crimePolice say when officers arrived on scene they found two people who had suffered from gunshot wounds. Both people were taken to the hospital, one person died from their injuries and the other is
  
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• Adidas to sell some Yeezy shoes and donate proceeds to charities months after Kanye West split

  12-05-2023 11:52 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — After months wrestling over the fate of milions of unsold Yeezy shoes, Adidas said Thursday it will sell a portion of its remaining inventory and donate the proceeds to charitable organizations.The German sportsware company cut ties with Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, in late October, following his antisemitic comments on social media and in interviews. Since then, the fate of 1.2 billion euros ($1.3 billion) worth of the unsold Yeezys, a lucrative snea
  
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• Widespread rain chances start Saturday

  12-05-2023 06:30 via krqe.com
  
  Winds die down as quieter weather returns Friday. A weather pattern change will bring several days of rain chances beginning Saturday.
  Winds have mostly died down tonight across much of New Mexico and will stay light to calm overnight. Quieter and warmer weather returns Friday. However, changes are in store beginning Friday evening as a backdoor cold front starts sliding into northeast New Mexico and moisture begins pushing into the southeast part of the state.
  A very strong east canyon wind wil
  
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• State baseball, softball tournament: May 11 scores, highlights

  12-05-2023 06:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – There was plenty of action in the state baseball and softball tournaments on Thursday. Scores from every game are listed below. 2023 state baseball, softball tournament bracketsBaseball5A#1 Rio Rancho - 14 vs #9 Rio Grande - 0#2 La Cueva - 0 vs #7 Sandia - 7#3 Carlsbad - 6 vs #6 Centennial - 7#4 Volcano Vista - 2 vs #12 Piedra Vista - 44A#1 Grants - 5 vs #8 Albuquerque Academy - 7#2 St. Pius X - 5 vs #7 Santa Teresa - 3#3 Valley - 10 vs #6 Goddard - 9#4 Belen - 7 v
  
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• 46-year-old Albuquerque bike business closing due to crime

  12-05-2023 06:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –An Albuquerque bike shop, that's been around for nearly half a century, is closing its doors. The Bike Coop near Yale and Central says they've been so overwhelmed with crime, they can longer stay open. The Bike Coop is a local business that's been around for 46 years in Albuquerque. It's been at the location on Yale and Central for 13 years, but now it's saying goodbye. Owner Amanda Batty says despite her passion for bikes, growing crime has become too m
  
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• Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham speaks out on the end of Title 42

  12-05-2023 05:54 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Border Patrol said 60,000 people are waiting near the United States-Mexico border in hopes of seeking asylum now that the deadline for Title 42 has passed. In El Paso, our sister station KTSM reported that 1,000 migrants are waiting just across the border. Officials hope to process them within the next 24 hours. Emergency at the Border: Communities brace for end of Title 42Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham tweeted that her office is in close communication with c
  
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• Española teen files lawsuit after getting stopped and handcuffed at gunpoint in case of mistaken identity

  12-05-2023 05:54 via krqe.com
  
  ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) –A normal drive home from school turned into anything but for a Pojoaque High School quarterback when police stopped and handcuffed him at gunpoint. He's now suing the City of Española for mistakenly identifying his truck as one used in an armed robbery.
  "Hey, let me see you get out," said the officer stopping then-17-year-old Adam Pacheco on his way home from school. "Walk back! Lift up your shirt! Turn around! Lift up your shirt and turn around! F
  
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• Sports Desk: Lobo women's basketball extends coach Bradbury

  12-05-2023 03:14 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lobo women's basketball program locked in head coach Mike Bradbury for five more years. UNM announced a new contract for its coach on Thursday. While he is on a new contract, his salary will stay the same at $275,000 in the first year and $280,000 for the remaining four years. In seven seasons at UNM he has led the team to a 141-78 record, including four 20-win seasons.
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• Clovis animal shelter dealing with distemper outbreak

  12-05-2023 02:27 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Clovis Animal Shelter said it is responding to an outbreak of distemper. The shelter will now vaccinate all animals when they are dropped off and thoroughly clean the facility. NMSU fraternity raises money for research in honor of brother with cancerAnimals will also be on a 15-day quarantine before they are available for adoption.
  
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• Approved Santa Fe budget for FY 2024 includes housing, pay bump

  12-05-2023 01:43 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe's Governing Body has approved the 2024 fiscal budget. And city leaders say the budget will bring improvements to the city."The unanimous passage of the budget turns words into action, and continues the great work of delivering outstanding services to the people of Santa Fe, supporting our employees, who deliver those services, and safeguarding our city’s livability and sustainability for future generations—the future residents whom we
  
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• Behind the Story: What's with the Tent Rocks Monument's three-year closure?

  12-05-2023 01:40 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the most popular hiking destinations in New Mexico, the Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument has now been closed for three years. While the monument shutdown in 2020 amid the start of COVID-19 pandemic, the virus has continued to be cited as the primary factor for its continued closure in 2023, even as the rest of New Mexico has ended its COVID-19 emergency declaration. KRQE Investigates: Why has Tent Rocks been closed for three years?In a recent KR
  
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• Why has Tent Rocks been closed for three years?

  12-05-2023 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's been a major tourism draw for New Mexico for decades. But it's been closed off since the COVID-19 shut-down three years ago. So when will the public be allowed to see the Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument again in person? City leaders on defensive after report reveals health hazards at Gateway CenterKRQE Investigates learned more about why the closure has lasted so long, and what the public can expect moving forward. Anyone who's seen them up cl
  
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• Rain chances returning this weekend

  12-05-2023 00:56 via krqe.com
  
  Winds die down as quieter weather returns Friday. A weather pattern change will bring several days of rain chances beginning Saturday.
  Winds have once again picked up Thursday afternoon across the northern half of New Mexico, but they are not as strong as Wednesday. Regardless, a high fire danger continues to northern parts of the state through Thursday evening when the winds will die down. Quieter and warmer weather returns Friday. However, changes are in store beginning Friday evening as a bac
  
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