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• New Mexico mass murderer's appeal denied

  22-06-2023 23:54 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A New Mexico mass murderer given four life sentences and then some, appealed his convictions. His pitch failed. In 2017, in a horrific act of violence, Damian Herrera shot and killed his stepfather, brother, and mother following an argument. It all happened at the family's home in northern New Mexico. In 2022 his sister, who witnessed the murders, took the stand in his trial. She told the jury, “My mom came running from my Dad and got Brendon and asked Damian
  
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• Lawsuit against U.S. Fish and Wildlife wants protections for New Mexico chipmunk

  22-06-2023 23:48 via krqe.com
  
  SILVER CITY, N.M. (KRQE) – A lawsuit brought by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service by the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) claims the department failed to finalize endangered species protections for the Peñasco least chipmunk along with six Texas mussel species. The chipmunks have been reduced to one population in southern New Mexico."The cute Peñasco least chipmunks and these freshwater mussels that help clean our rivers could disappear forever because the Fish and
  
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• Memes, jokes about Titan submersible draw criticism over insensitivity

  22-06-2023 23:46 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Since news of the ill-fated Titan submersible voyage broke, the incident — which ultimately killed all five people aboard — has seemingly united many who found humor in the situation, or else, unity among those who expressed disgust at jokes about such a gruesome death for those aboard, including a 19-year-old. Live updates | White House offers condolences to families of Titan victimsThrough Wednesday and into Thursday, the OceanGate incident dominated social media
  
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• Senators propose resolution threatening war with Russia if Putin uses nuclear weapons in Ukraine

  22-06-2023 23:42 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Russia's recent decision to send tactical nuclear weapons to neighboring Belarus is ramping up concerns they may use them against Ukraine. Now two senators are teaming up to pass a resolution to warn Russia if that happens it means war with the U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and Democrat Senator Richard Blumenthal have introduced a resolution that if Russia uses nuclear weapons in Ukraine, it would be considered an attack on NATO. That would obligate the
  
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• Live updates | White House offers condolences to families of Titan victims

  22-06-2023 23:33 via krqe.com
  
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  WHITE HOUSE OFFERS CONDOLENCES TO FAMILIES OF TITAN VICTIMS
  The White House offered its condolences to the families mourning the five people killed aboard the Titan submersible.
  U.S. Coast Guard officials announced their deaths Thursday following the vessel’s catastrophic implosion in the North Atlantic.
  “Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of tho
  
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• Texas man facing multiple charges after shooting in Albuquerque

  22-06-2023 23:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A Texas man is behind bars after allegedly shooting a neighbor while arguing with his girlfriend. Elijah Young, 21, was arrested Thursday in connection to a shooting that occurred at the Whispering Sands apartment complex on Central Avenue in early January.Over 100 pounds of cocaine found in ice cream makerAccording to a criminal complaint, Young was arguing with his girlfriend when a neighbor stepped in to intervene. After words, the neighbor returned
  
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• PHOTOS: $3.5 million Cloudcroft home looks out on a private pond in the Sacramento Mountains

  22-06-2023 23:13 via krqe.com
  
  CLOUDCROFT, N.M. (KRQE) – A 7,000-square-foot home is currently on the market for $3,499,900 in Cloudcroft. The five-bedroom home sits on just under 45 acres and looks out over a large private pond.Home listed for sale in Cloudcroft | Courtesy of Justin Munoz with Future Real EstateHome listed for sale in Cloudcroft | Courtesy of Justin Munoz with Future Real EstateHome listed for sale in Cloudcroft | Courtesy of Justin Munoz with Future Real EstateHome listed for sale in Cloudcroft |
  
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• Did the Titan crew ever reach the Titanic site?

  22-06-2023 23:13 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — The dayslong search for the Titan submersible and her five crew, all bound for the wreckage of the Titanic on the Atlantic Ocean's floor, has come to a tragic end after the U.S. Coast Guard confirmed Thursday that debris from the vessel has been found.
  The submersible, belonging to OceanGate, Inc., suffered a "catastrophic implosion" less than two hours after it began its underwater journey, authorities have determined. The cause of that implosion remains under investigation.
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• 'Rust' armorer faces tampering with evidence charge

  22-06-2023 23:05 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The armorer in the "Rust" film shooting is facing a new charge. According to newly filed court documents, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed will also be charged with tampering with evidence, alleging she gave drugs to someone to prevent her from getting in trouble. She is already charged with involuntary manslaughter after a gun that was loaded with live ammunition fired on set killing cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 2021.The court documents do not provide a s
  
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• Live updates | “Titanic' director James Cameron cites parallels between ocean liner, Titan tragedies

  22-06-2023 22:58 via krqe.com
  
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  “TITANIC” DIRECTOR JAMES CAMERON SAYS DEEP-SEA EXPLORERS VOICED CONCERNS ABOUT TITAN
  “Titanic” movie director James Cameron says the Titan submersible tragedy has eerie parallels to the ocean liner’s disaster more than a century ago.
  Debris from the submersible’s catastrophic implosion, killing all five aboard, was discovered near the s
  
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• Albuquerque Police Department holding VIN etching event on June 24

  22-06-2023 22:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is once again making it easier to track down your vehicle if it is stolen. The department is holding a VIN etching event Saturday, June 24 at Cabela's. Shooting suspect arrested in northwest Albuquerque after SWAT standoffStarting at 9:30 a.m., crews will imprint the VIN on your car, pickup, or SUV. The process takes only a few minutes.
  
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• Over 100 pounds of cocaine found in ice cream maker

  22-06-2023 22:28 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, TX (KRQE) - Border agents in El Paso say they intercepted nearly 150 pounds of cocaine stashed in an ice cream maker. CBP says a pickup truck was hauling the machine over the Bridge of the Americas Monday when it stopped at the port of entry. Albuquerque drug bust yields thousands of fentanyl pills, 15 gunsAn X-ray scan raised some red flags and a search dog helped the agents find 56 bundles of the drug in the machine. An unnamed driver, a 43-year-old Mexican National, was handed over t
  
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• New Mexico expects the highest UV Index in the continental U.S.

  22-06-2023 22:14 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Forecasters are predicting "extreme" UV Index levels in New Mexico. In fact, New Mexico might have a higher index than anywhere else in the contiguous 48 states."It's important to pay attention to the UV Index because it is a measure of how intense the sun's ultraviolet radiation is," says KRQE News 13 Chief Meteorologist Grant Tosterud. "A high UV Index means that it will take a shorter amount of time to cause skin and eye damage." New Mexico sees sixt
  
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• Live updates | Pakistan offers condolences to family of father and son aboard imploded Titan

  22-06-2023 22:01 via krqe.com
  
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  PAKISTAN OFFERS CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY OF FATHER AND SON ABOARD IMPLODED SUBMERSIBLE
  Pakistan has offered the country’s condolences to the Dawood family after the father-and-son explorers were among five killed when the Titan submersible imploded deep in the North Atlantic waters during a trip to the Titanic's wreckage.
  Pakistani nationals Shahzada Dawood and his son
  
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• Jo's Farms celebrate the third annual Lavender 'U-Pick' event

  22-06-2023 21:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –Attention all lavender lovers it is officially 'U Pick It' season and Jo's Lavender Farm is in full bloom. A walk through a lavender field while connecting with nature compares to nothing else. New Mexico Rail Runner celebrates nine yearsJo's Lavander Farm will be hosting its third annual lavender U-Pick picking event, which starts on Saturday, July 1stfrom 7:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. and Sunday, July 2 from 7:00 a.m. t 11:00 a.m. "Each product carries the story of
  
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• Man accused of sexually assaulting a minor in Alamogordo

  22-06-2023 21:31 via krqe.com
  
  ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – Alamogordo Police arrested 56-year-old John Nelson West. He is accused of sexual assault involving a 14-year-old.
  Story continues below:Unemployment: Despite New Mexico’s low unemployment rate, labor force participation causes concernNew Mexico: New Mexico’s first mountain coaster opens in RuidosoCrime: Video: Inmate escapes Socorro County Detention Center wearing only a plastic bagAlbuquerque: Roach infestation shuts down popular Italian restaura
  
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• 'Honor Flight Welcome Home' at the Sunport

  22-06-2023 21:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Honor Flight of Northern New Mexico sent 25 New Mexico veterans, on a free trip to Washington DC, to visit the monuments and memorials dedicated to their service.World Refugee Day celebration at Civic PlazaThey are holding an 'Honor Flight Welcome Home' which is a very magical and emotional experience for our veterans, their families, and the community at large. This is their way of honoring their past service and extending our gratitude for their sacrifice.
  
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• Live updates | Coast Guard will continue searching sea floor for clues on what happened to Titan

  22-06-2023 21:24 via krqe.com
  
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  COAST GUARD WILL CONTINUE SEARCHING SEA FLOOR FOR CLUES ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED TO TITAN
  The Coast Guard will continue searching the sea floor near the Titanic shipwreck for more clues about what happened to the Titan submersible deep in the North Atlantic waters.
  Officials say there isn't a timeframe for when they will call off the massive international search. Efforts to re
  
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• Pop star Kesha and producer Dr Luke settle longstanding legal battle over rape, defamation claims

  22-06-2023 21:14 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Pop star Kesha and producer Dr. Luke have settled nearly a decade of suits and countersuits over her accusation that he drugged and raped her and his claim that she made it up and defamed him, they announced Thursday, with the singer saying that “only God knows what happened that night.”Dr. Luke, meanwhile, said he was “absolutely certain that nothing happened. I never drugged or assaulted her.”Terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed, as bot
  
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• Live updates | 5 people on missing submersible believed to be dead, company says

  22-06-2023 20:59 via krqe.com
  
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  COMPANY LEADING TITANIC EXPEDITION SAYS FIVE PEOPLE ON MISSING SUBMERSIBLE BELIEVED TO BE DEAD
  The company leading the Titan submersible trip to the wreckage of the Titanic says the five missing crew members are believed to be dead.
  OceanGate Expeditions on Thursday says its pilot and chief executive Stockton Rush, along with passengers Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman
  
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• Stormy and windy end to the work week

  22-06-2023 20:54 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Patchy fog and light, spotty rain showers are still impacting Union County midday. Fog should clear this afternoon, but skies will stay mostly cloudy today. The rest of the state is dry and mostly sunny. More storms will develop off of a dry line near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains by mid-afternoon, moving east towards Texas. Isolated storms will have potential to become severe, with damaging wind, large hail and tornadoes. There will also be isolated showers
  
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• Healthcare workers protest at University of New Mexico Hospital

  22-06-2023 20:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Members of the Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees took up picket signs Thursday morning. The group was protesting what they say is an unfair work environment.New Mexico’s first mountain coaster opens in RuidosoAccording to the union, nurses and patient care techs are given assignments that are "dangerous and unmanageable." They also say workers are expected to come to work sick, potentially putting patients at risk.
  UNM Health Systems gave the
  
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• Democrats push for votes on abortion legislation ahead of Dobbs anniversary

  22-06-2023 20:22 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — This week marks a year since the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the right to an abortion.
  As we mark the monumental ruling, Democrats are renewing a push to protect abortion access, even though they know it's unlikely. This week, Senate Democrats are planning to hold votes on bills to protect travel to get an abortion, guarantee access to contraception, and guard private health data. "Democrats will never, never stop fighting to protect a woman's righ
  
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• Live updates | Past deep-sea rescues show challenges for the Titan

  22-06-2023 20:10 via krqe.com
  
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  PAST DEEP-SEA RESCUES SHOW CHALLENGES FOR TITAN
  The search for the Titan submersible has drawn attention to other deep-sea rescues, only some of which ended in lives being saved.
  Those successful efforts — from a submersible off Ireland to a submarine off the New Hampshire coast — offer some measure of hope for the passengers and their families.
  But many ended
  
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• ABQ development ordinance aligns with Housing Forward plan

  22-06-2023 20:01 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Wednesday, June 21, the Albuquerque City Council passed an ordinance, O-22-54, which amends the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO) to align with CABQ's Housing Forward plan. On the same day, councilors voted down a charter amendment that would have made Albuquerque's mayor a tenth voting member of the City Council.The IDO includes zoning and subdivision regulations for land use and development within the City of Albuquerque. The new amendment will all
  
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• New Mexico man convicted of murder will get a retrial

  22-06-2023 19:59 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A Valencia County man convicted of murder in 2004 will get another day in court. The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled the legal argument that put Mario Rudolfo behind bars is "unclear."Rudolfo was convicted nearly a decade ago for a murder he was accused of committing as a 16-year-old. The deadly event was a Thanksgiving shooting in 2001. New Mexico sees sixth hantavirus case in 2023Now, the state's highest court has retroactively applied a new rule to Rudolfo's
  
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• Past deep sea rescues show the challenges of saving those on board

  22-06-2023 19:45 via krqe.com
  
  BOSTON (AP) — The desperate search for a submersible that disappeared while taking five people to view the Titanic wreckage has drawn attention to other deep-sea rescues.
  Those rescue efforts — from a submersible off Ireland to a submarine off the New Hampshire coast — offer some measure of hope for the passengers and their families. But some of those rescues were not as complex as the effort to find the Titan submersible. They were often in shallower waters and, in several cas
  
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• Live updates | Search for Titan shows need for more deep-sea technology, researcher says

  22-06-2023 19:39 via krqe.com
  
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  SEARCH FOR TITAN SHOWS NEED FOR MORE DEEP-SEA TECH
  An underwater researcher says the search for the Titan shows the desperate need for more deep-sea technology in the U.S.
  The unsuccessful efforts have “really opened up people’s eyes that we need a much more robust capability over larger areas of the ocean to be able to detect and sense where things are,&rdquo
  
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• Massive recall of frozen fruits issued across the country including New Mexico

  22-06-2023 18:49 via krqe.com
  
  MINNEAPOLIS (WTAJ) -- A massive recall of frozen fruits is underway across the country that includes such retail stores as Walmart, Target and Aldi.The voluntary recall comes from Sunrise Grower's Inc and includes specific frozen fruit products linked to pineapple that may be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes.
  Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in children, elderly people, and others that may have weakened immune systems.
  Symptoms in healthy peopl
  
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• New bill could put whole milk back in school cafeterias

  22-06-2023 18:46 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — A new political push could bring whole milk back to school lunches. Lawmakers are debating a bill that would change the current school nutrition rules.Right now, schools can only serve low fat or fat free milk. A bill sponsored by Republican Congressman Glenn Thompson would allow them to serve whole milk again."We've really ruined an entire generation of milk drinkers and we have, we really cheated them out of access to the most nut
  
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• National Wildlife Federation honors New Mexico with conservation awards

  22-06-2023 18:43 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The state's wildlife conservationists are being recognized nationally for their quality of leadership. The National Wildlife Federation has named the New Mexico Wildlife Federation 'Affiliate of the Year," and Executive Director Jesse Deubel 'Conservationist of the Year.'Story continues below:Unemployment: Despite New Mexico’s low unemployment rate, labor force participation causes concernNew Mexico: New Mexico’s first mountain coaster opens in RuidosoC
  
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• Live updates | Deep-sea robot found debris field possibly linked to missing Titan

  22-06-2023 18:39 via krqe.com
  
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  DEBRIS FIELD DISCOVERED BY DEEP-SEA ROBOT
  Officials say a remote-operated robot discovered the debris field near the Titanic that could be linked to the missing Titan.
  The robot is one of several remotely operated vehicles, known as ROVs, scanning the sea floor for clues of the missing submersible.
  The ROVs are outfitted with cameras and travel to depths many other vessel
  
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• Live updates | Debris field has been found in search for missing submersible, Coast Guard says

  22-06-2023 18:13 via krqe.com
  
  Follow along for live updates on the submersible that vanished while taking five people down to the wreck of the Titanic.DEBRIS FIELD FOUND NEAR TITANIC SITE AMID SEARCH FOR MISSING SUBMERSIBLEThe U.S. Coast Guard says an underwater vessel has located a debris field near the Titanic in the search for a missing submersible with five people aboard, a potential breakthrough in an increasingly urgent around-the-clock effort.The Coast Guard’s post on Twitter gave no details, such as whether off
  
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• 3 in Lubbock accused of sex trafficking minor between Texas and New Mexico

  22-06-2023 18:09 via krqe.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas -- Three people jailed at the Lubbock County Detention Center were accused of traveling across state lines with the intention of trafficking a child for prostitution, according to federal court documents made available on Wednesday.2 New Mexico teens face methamphetamine trafficking charges in North CarolinaFederal court records said Cameron Phifer, 24, Bianka Vega, 22, and Deryan Thomas, 32, conspired to transport and solicit a child under the age of 18-years-old to “engage
  
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• Ina Garten's responds after Facebook account hacked with 'strange' posts, recipes

  22-06-2023 17:58 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Ina Garten recently thanked fans for alerting her to an issue with her Facebook page after hackers seemingly gained access to her account — to post an Olive Garden-inspired recipe.“Thank you to everyone who alerted me that my Facebook page was hacked, and to Meta for helping us get our page back!” Garten wrote Friday, less than a day after the unsanctioned recipe appeared on her page.“I will continue to post my favorite recipes here and read all of your
  
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• Ina Garten responds after Facebook account hacked with 'strange' posts, recipes

  22-06-2023 17:58 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Ina Garten recently thanked fans for alerting her to an issue with her Facebook page after hackers seemingly gained access to her account — to post an Olive Garden-inspired recipe.“Thank you to everyone who alerted me that my Facebook page was hacked, and to Meta for helping us get our page back!” Garten wrote Friday, less than a day after the unsanctioned recipe appeared on her page.“I will continue to post my favorite recipes here and read all of your
  
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• BCSO updates case where over 50 dogs, elderly woman were rescued

  22-06-2023 17:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office held a news conference on Thursday, June 22, at 9:30 a.m. to provide updates on a case where over 50 pitbulls and an elderly woman rescued from South Valley house.On June 20, 2023, a search warrant was executed on a South Valley house. Two men were arrested during the search: brothers 55-year-old Mike Lopez and 62-year-old John Lopez. The elderly woman that was rescued has been identified as the men's mother. Detectives
  
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• BCSO to update case where over 50 dogs, elderly woman were rescued

  22-06-2023 17:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is scheduled to hold a news conference Thursday at 9:30 a.m. to give updates on a case where 50 pitbulls and an elderly woman rescued from South Valley house. BCSO will also give an update on its animal cruelty task force.KRQE News 13 will livestream the news conference on this pageOn June 20, 2023, a search warrant was executed on a South Valley house. Two men were arrested during the search: brothers 55-year-old Mike
  
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• Small size, big benefits: These are the best small cities of 2023, study says

  22-06-2023 16:51 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - Living in a big city can have its perks, like a shorter commute or more entertainment and dining options. But for some, the thought of living in a bustling big city can be overwhelming. Rest assured, there are numerous smaller cities that can be equally as attractive. After analyzing nearly 300 small cities — with populations ranging from 65,000 to 100,000 — personal finance site SmartAsset ranked each based on access to entertainment establishments, dining opti
  
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• Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in Colorado River case

  22-06-2023 16:24 via krqe.com
  
  The Supreme Court has ruled against the Navajo Nation in its effort to make the U.S. take steps to secure water for the tribe from the Colorado River.In a 5-4 decision, the court ruled that a 1868 treaty did not require the country to take “affirmative steps” to secure water for the tribe. At issue is an 1868 treaty under which the federal government guaranteed the nation’s agricultural needs, which the Navajo Nation argues includes water rights.
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• Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in Colorado River water rights case

  22-06-2023 16:15 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court ruled against the Navajo Nation on Thursday in a dispute involving water from the drought-stricken Colorado River.States that draw water from the river — Arizona, Nevada and Colorado — and water districts in California that are also involved in the case had urged the court to decide for them, which the justices did in a 5-4 ruling. Colorado had argued that siding with the Navajo Nation would undermine existing agreements and disrupt the manag
  
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• Albuquerque city council approves downtown street project

  22-06-2023 16:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque city council unanimously approved a proposal aimed at making downtown Albuquerque safer for pedestrians. The city plans to convert Tijeras Ave. and Marquette Ave. into two-way streets between 4th St. and 6th St. Albuquerque City Council makes decision over mayoral powersA study suggested narrowing the lanes, making room for bike lanes and a safer sidewalk. The design for the project is expected to be complete by November. It is unclear how much t
  
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• Espanola Humane reaches major milestone

  22-06-2023 15:40 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Espanola Humane is celebrating a big milestone. After major setbacks caused by the pandemic, one of their newest branches recently reached 500 adoptions.Mattie Allen is the Director of Communications for Espanola Humane and said the Puppy Patch is an extension of Espanola Humane, it opened in late 2019 but because of the pandemic they were forced to halt operations. Once they reopened Allen says the unique partnership, combining a relax getaway with adoptable p
  
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• Migrant smugglers adjust to extreme heat in rural South Texas, sheriff says

  22-06-2023 15:30 via krqe.com
  
  BROOKS COUNTY, Texas (Border Report) -- Prolonged extreme heat in deep South Texas this month has killed at least one migrant and is even prompting coyotes to adjust how they smuggle migrants through, Border Report has learned.The Rio Grande Valley on Wednesday had its ninth consecutive day under an "extreme heat" warning, which has led to several record-high temperatures. Cartel forced Mexican city councilwoman to be drug ‘mule,’ lawyer says
  In rural Brooks County, temperatures hit
  
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• Search for the missing Titanic submersible passes the critical 96-hour mark for oxygen supply

  22-06-2023 14:54 via krqe.com
  
  The search for the missing submersible on an expedition to view the wreckage of the Titanic passed the critical 96-hour mark Thursday when breathable air could have run out, a grim moment in the intense effort to save the five people aboard.The Titan submersible was estimated to have about a four-day supply of breathable air when it launched Sunday morning in the North Atlantic — but experts have emphasized that was an imprecise approximation to begin with and could be extended if passenge
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Dogs rescued, City council vote, Winds return, New community center, Mountain roller coaster

  22-06-2023 14:52 via krqe.com
  
  Thursday's Top Stories
  New Mexico State Fair 2023 seasonal positions now openVideo: Inmate escapes Socorro County Detention Center wearing only a plastic bagMan charged with murder, child abuse after Chimayo shootingRoach infestation shuts down popular Italian restaurant for a weekSanta Fe murder suspect arrested in KansasTwo dead after car misses curve, drives over cliff near Navajo DamLive updates | Search for the missing Titanic submersibleRussia’s highest court quashes Navalny’s
  
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• Severe storms and breezier winds return to New Mexico

  22-06-2023 14:44 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Skies are partly sunny across the state, and there is patchy fog in northeast New Mexico. Showers and storms in southeast Colorado will move into northeast New Mexico by later this morning, lasting through the early afternoon.Forecast Continues Below
  New Mexico: New Mexico’s first mountain coaster opens in RuidosoCrime: 50 pitbulls, elderly woman rescued from South Valley houseAlbuquerque: What’s new with the New Mexico Rail Runner ExpressRent: How many
  
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• Live updates | Search for the missing Titanic submersible

  22-06-2023 14:06 via krqe.com
  
  Follow along for live updates on the submersible that vanished while taking five people down to the wreck of the Titanic. https://www.krqe.com/news/new-mexico/new-mexicos-first-mountain-coaster-opens-in-ruidoso/____‘DESPERATE SITUATION:’ SCIENTISTS, WHILE REALISTIC ABOUT SURVIVAL CHANCES, OFFER HOPEScientists, while remaining realistic about the chances of finding the Titan on the vast ocean floor, are still offering a glimmer of hope.Rob Larter, a marine geophysicist with the Britis
  
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• SWAT team responds to barricaded suspect in northwest Albuquerque

  22-06-2023 13:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is activating its SWAT and Crisis Negotiating teams due to a suspect who has barricaded themselves. APD says officers originally responded Wednesday night to the area of 3704 Ladera Dr. to reports of a shooting. Police say one person was taken to the hospital for injuries. Man charged with murder, child abuse after Chimayo shootingPolice say they identified a suspect, who is in the area of 9180 Coors Blvd. APD says the
  
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• CDC panel recommends RSV vaccines for seniors

  22-06-2023 13:42 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The vaccination advisory panel for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Wednesday voted in favor of recommending vaccines for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) to be administered to seniors.The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted in favor of recommending RSV vaccines for adults over the age of 65.
  The committee also voted in favor of permitting individual adults between the ages of 60 and 64 to receive an RSV vaccine with "clinic
  
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