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• NMDOT reconstructing 8.5 miles of road in northern New Mexico

  07-09-2023 23:37 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Transportation just completed the first part of a multi-year highway reconstruction project. Plans to redevelop Highway 434 just north of Mora have been in the works since 2012.New Mexico governor facing legal battle over tax bill line-item vetoesThe project spans from just north of Coyote Creek State Park to the junction of NM 434 and NM 120. The work will stretch 8.5 miles north and end south of Angel Fire.The first 3.9 miles wer
  
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• Albuquerque man who stole bait car and fired at police sentenced to 10 years in prison

  07-09-2023 23:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The man who admitted to stealing a police bait car and shooting at officers will spend the next 10 years behind bars. Christian Wood was in front of Judge Angela Jewell for a sentencing hearing Thursday.Man pulls gun on driver, demands a ride to Santa FeBack in January, he stole a bait car near Gibson and Yale. Video showed him using tools to the start ignition as he kept an eye on his surroundings. Later, he picked up a couple of passengers, and then the gr
  
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• Albuquerque man who stole bait car and fired at police sentenced to 10 years

  07-09-2023 23:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The man who admitted to stealing a police bait car and shooting at officers will spend the next 10 years behind bars. Christian Wood was in front of Judge Angela Jewell for a sentencing hearing Thursday.Man pulls gun on driver, demands a ride to Santa FeBack in January, he stole a bait car near Gibson and Yale and when police tracked him down, he opened fire. No one was hurt. Wood pled guilty to the charges in March. Wood took a plea deal for violating his p
  
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• Albuquerque man who stole bait car and fired at police is sentenced to 10 years

  07-09-2023 23:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The man who admitted to stealing a police bait car and shooting at officers will spend the next 10 years behind bars. Christian Wood was in front of Judge Angela Jewell for a sentencing hearing Thursday.Man pulls gun on driver, demands a ride to Santa FeBack in January, he stole a bait car near Gibson and Yale. Video showed him using tools to the start ignition as he kept an eye on his surroundings. Later, he picked up a couple of passengers, and then the gr
  
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• New Mexico governor facing legal battle over tax bill line-item vetoes

  07-09-2023 23:34 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – During the 2023 legislative session, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed large portions of an omnibus tax bill passed by lawmakers. Now, a Democratic representative is asking a court to declare the governor's actions unconstitutional.State Representative Miguel P. García (D-Abq.) brought the legal action in the New Mexico Supreme Court on September 6, 2023. García enlisted the help of lawyer and former New Mexico Senator Jacob Candelaria t
  
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• Man pulls gun on driver, demands a ride to Santa Fe

  07-09-2023 23:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police are looking for an Albuquerque man who is facing kidnapping and armed robbery charges in connection to crimes that occurred last week. An arrest warrant has been issued for 44-year-old Eduardo Hernandez.According to the criminal complaint, a man picked up Hernandez in Albuquerque. The pair drove around for a bit before Hernandez pulled a gun on the driver, demanding a ride to Santa Fe. When they arrived, he robbed the driver and took
  
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• Who won the New Mexico State Fair's Unique Foods Contest 2023?

  07-09-2023 22:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – To mark the beginning of the New Mexico State Fair, KRQE News 13's Stephanie Chavez went out to EXPO New Mexico to get a taste of this year's fair. Chavez spent Thursday morning judging the fair's Unique Foods Contest.Some of the featured entrees for the contest included an Allsick Smashburger, Cheesy Fried Alligator, and a Blue Corn Deep Fried Kool-Aid Pickle. The winner of this year's contest was R & J's Pickled Pizza. New rides coming to the New Mexic
  
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• Phase 1 of the 2nd Street Alameda Drain Trail is complete

  07-09-2023 22:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque is well-known for its trails but there's never been a safe route from the far North Valley to Downtown until now. The city's Park and Recreation Department held a ribbon cutting Thursday to celebrate the completion of phase one of the Second Street Alameda Drain Trail. Bernalillo County receives funds to address litterThe city-built section extends from Fourth Street north to Montano Boulevard giving residents and visitors 1.7 miles of paved mult
  
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• Alamogordo MainStreet sees success with clean-up day

  07-09-2023 21:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – Many volunteers worked tirelessly on Saturday, August 19, as part of the Alamogordo MainStreet Side Street Art Project. Around 25 volunteers took part in a clean-up day to revitalize Alamogordo MainStreet's east side alleyway.Volunteers included members of Boy Scout Troop 147, Alamogordo MainStreet board members and their families, City Commissioner Sharon McDonald, and many others. Past president of the board, Cidy Boylan, and her husband played a huge role in th
  
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• New Mexico Museum of Art is celebrating with free admission

  07-09-2023 20:59 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Museum of Art is celebrating the opening of the New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary. As part of the celebration guests will have free admission September 23 and 24 to the museum's plaza and railyard location. Santa Fe public schools will continue with a surveillance robot for nowThe Museum expanded from it's Santa Fe Plaza location into the Santa Fe Railyard District, which created enough space for the Vladem Contemporary. The new space
  
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• 'Murdaugh Murders: The Movie' to premiere on Lifetime in October

  07-09-2023 20:59 via krqe.com
  
  CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A drama centered around Alex Murdaugh, a once-prominent attorney turned convicted killer in South Carolina's Lowcountry, and his family is set to premiere on the Lifetime Network this fall.The network announced Wednesday that its milestone 500th original movie will follow the “true story” of Alex Murdaugh, played by award-winning actor Bill Pullman ("Independence Day" and "The Sinner"). Murdaugh was found guilty in the double murder of his wife, Margar
  
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• Ambush leaves police chief, 3 officers dead near Acapulco

  07-09-2023 20:42 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – A roadside ambush has left four police officers dead and two others with gunshot wounds in a town in Guerrero between the state capital of Chilpancingo and the tourist resort of Acapulco.Image: City of Escudero, MexicoThe city of Escudero identified the deceased as Police Chief Juan Carlos Vitrago and officers Joel Galindo Suastegui, Jesus Alejo Sanchez and Gustavo Molotla Ramos. They were shot around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday while riding a vehicle in the Vist
  
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• Woman pleads guilty to 2nd degree murder, other charges

  07-09-2023 20:31 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Brianna Garcia, the woman accused of setting up an armed robbery that led to a murder and pulling a gun during multiple shoplifting incidents pleaded guilty in court Thursday. Garcia was charged with second degree murder, multiple counts of shoplifting, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and firing at or from a vehicle.Story continues below:Crime: Video: Officers catch up to the man charged with killing Alamogordo police officerNew Mexico: New Mexico un
  
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• Albuquerque serial shoplifter who killed a man faces 30 years in prison under plea deal

  07-09-2023 20:31 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Brianna Garcia, the woman accused of setting up an armed robbery that led to a murder and pulling a gun during multiple shoplifting incidents pled guilty in court Thursday. Garcia was charged with second-degree murder, multiple counts of shoplifting, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and firing at or from a vehicle.Story continues below:Crime: Video: Officers catch up to the man charged with killing Alamogordo police officerNew Mexico: New Mexico univ
  
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• Paqui 'One Chip Challenge' pulled from shelves following teen's death

  07-09-2023 20:21 via krqe.com
  
  (KRON) -- Paqui has pulled its "One Chip Challenge" products from store shelves as officials continue to investigate the cause of death of a 14-year-old boy who ate one of the spicy chips hours before he died.In a statement on its website, the chip company said the challenge is "intended for adults only," and that the chip's packaging has "clear and prominent labeling highlighting the chip is not for children or anyone sensitive to spicy foods or who has food allergies, is pregnant or has underl
  
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• Biden trails Haley, polling neck-and-neck with other Republicans

  07-09-2023 20:20 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) – Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is the only GOP presidential candidate who is leading in a hypothetical matchup with President Biden, according to a new poll. The CNN poll, released Thursday and conducted by SSRS, found that Haley led Biden 49 percent to 43 percent, while every other major Republican candidate remains neck-and-neck with Biden. No other GOP hopeful — including former Vice President Mike Pence, Sen. Tim Scott (S.C.), entrepreneur Vive
  
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• New Mexico ghost town set to host annual Pie Festival

  07-09-2023 20:13 via krqe.com
  
  CATRON COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Pie Town may be on the list of ghost towns in New Mexico but it is expected to draw in visitors this weekend for its annual event: Pie Festival.The festival takes place each year on the second Saturday of September and is held as a benefit for Pie Town. The festival kicks off Friday night with a Potato Bar Dinner and Dance fundraiser. On Saturday there will be a run and walking event, pie baking and eating contests, live entertainment, a horned toad r
  
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• Starbucks has BOGO Pumpkin Spice Lattes all September

  07-09-2023 20:12 via krqe.com
  
  BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Get a free fall drink every Thursday in SeptemberFall is officially here, and Starbucks thinks that’s worth celebrating. For the entire month of September, the coffee chain is offering buy-one, get-one-free deals on its fall beverage lineup on Thursday afternoons, the perfect time to grab a friend (or someone special) and go for a coffee date.Ready to get a Pumpkin Spice Latte and a secon
  
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• New Mexico State Fair announces discount days

  07-09-2023 19:18 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The State Fair is underway, but if you're looking for ways to save money at the fair, you might want to check out this year's discount days.Normally, admission is $15 for adults and $8 for seniors 65+ and children ages 6-12. Children under the age of six are free. Ride wristbands are $40 from Friday through Sunday and $30 Monday through Thursday. New rides coming to the New Mexico State FairOpening day (Thursday, September 7)
  $4 admissionAll food vender
  
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• 'The Play That Goes Wrong' featured at Albuquerque Little Theater

  07-09-2023 19:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – "The Play That Goes Wrong" will be featured at Albuquerque Little Theater starting Friday, September 8.Dia de los Muertos festival and parade comes to AlbuquerqueThe play follows a drama society as they aim to produce a murder mystery. However, anything that can go wrong, does go wrong during their production. The play will be running for three weekends, Friday's, Saturday's and a Sunday matinee.For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
  
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• Bernalillo County receives funds to address litter

  07-09-2023 19:00 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Tourism Department is giving Bernalillo County funds to help reduce litter. The county will get a little over $20,600.“Bernalillo County is always looking for ways to contribute to protecting the environment,”county Planning and Development Services Director Nicholas Hamm said in a press release. “Being a recipient of this grant will allow us to further connect with county residents to work together towards the related
  
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• Sobremesa competing in 2023 'Duke it out' cooking competition

  07-09-2023 18:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Sobremesa has been open on Albuquerque's westside for almost three years. They describe their food as Spanish, New Mexican inspired with a pub twist and have a variety of beers available for customers.Albuquerque prepares for influx of people for the New Mexico State FairSobremesa will be competing in this year's ‘Duke it Out’ cooking competition, benefiting El Ranchito de los Ninos. “Duke it Out” is an annual chef comp
  
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• Cave rescue teams launch major operation to save American researcher in southern Turkey

  07-09-2023 17:29 via krqe.com
  
  ISTANBUL (AP) — Rescue experts from across Europe converged on a cave in Turkey on Thursday, launching an operation to save an American researcher who became trapped around 1,000 meters (3,000 feet) below the surface after suffering gastrointestinal bleeding.Experienced caver Mark Dickey, 40, suddenly became ill during an expedition in the Morca cave in southern Turkey's Taurus Mountains, the European Association of Cave Rescuers said.Dickey, who had been bleeding and losing fluid from his
  
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• This town is Florida's first LGBTQ+ sanctuary city

  07-09-2023 17:21 via krqe.com
  
  LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) - A south Florida town has become the first in the state to formally declare itself an LGBTQ+ sanctuary city.In a Lake Worth Beach city commission meeting Tuesday, members voted unanimously in favor of the decision, according to a report from NBC affiliate WPTV.City council members and advocates cited concerns from the community - particularly from parents, educators and students - regarding recently enacted legislation aimed at LGBTQ+ people.
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• Singer Charlie Puth engaged to family friend-turned-girlfriend Brooke Sansone

  07-09-2023 16:25 via krqe.com
  
  (WPHL) – Singer and songwriter Charlie Puth is engaged.
  The "See You Again" singer posted an announcement on his Instagram on Thursday, saying he was engaged to longtime family friend-turned-girlfriend Brooke Sansone.
  "I flew to New York to ask my best friend to marry me, and she said yes. I am the happiest, best version of myself and it is all because of you Brookie. I love you endlessly forever and ever and ever," said Puth.
  In Puth's Instagram post, the couple is seen posing for a selfi
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Child killed, Murder suspect, Record heat, New balloons, State fair begins

  07-09-2023 15:04 via krqe.com
  
  Thursday's Top Stories
  Santa Fe Police officer will not face charges after child fatally shoots brotherGovernor orders flags to half-staff in mourning of former Gov. RichardsonAlbuquerque prepares for influx of people for the New Mexico State FairVideo: Officers catch up to the man charged with killing Alamogordo police officerCarlsbad Police: Damage to golf course totals between $50K and $70KAPS soccer tournament semi-final scores, highlightsMom of James Dunklee Cruz pleads guilty in deadly abu
  
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• More record high temperatures around New Mexico

  07-09-2023 14:58 via krqe.com
  
  Thursday morning is chilly in northern New Mexico, and comfortable in central and southern NM. Skies and dry and clear. It is going to be a hotter day, thanks to strong high pressure over New Mexico. Temperatures will climb a few degrees from Wednesday, and many spots in central, southern and eastern New Mexico will see near-record, and record high temperatures this afternoon.Forecast Continues Below
  Crime: 11-year-old dead following shooting near Isotopes stadiumAlbuquerque: Albuquerque prepare
  
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• 'That '70s Show' actor Danny Masterson to be sentenced Thursday for rape conviction

  07-09-2023 14:49 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — “That ’70s Show” star Danny Masterson could get as much as 30 years to life in prison at his sentencing Thursday for the rapes of two women two decades ago.Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charlaine F. Olmedo is set to sentence the 47-year-old actor after ruling on a defense motion for a new trial that she’s very likely to reject, and after hearing impact statements from the victims.A jury of seven women and five men found Masterson
  
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• ‘That ’70s Show' actor Danny Masterson gets 30 years to life in prison for rapes of 2 women

  07-09-2023 14:49 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge sentenced “That ’70s Show” star Danny Masterson to 30 years to life in prison Thursday for the rapes of two women two decades ago.Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charlaine F. Olmedo handed down the sentence to the 47-year-old Masterson after hearing statements from the women about the trauma they experienced and the suffering caused by the disturbing memories in the years since.The actor, who has been in custody since May, sat in cour
  
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• 2023 New Mexico State Fair kicks off Thursday

  07-09-2023 14:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Fair kicks off Thursday and officials estimate nearly half-a-million guests will turn out to this years event.What is new at the 2023 New Mexico State Fair?The theme for this year's fair is, "Fair Famous" in honor of the long history of television and film in New Mexico. General Manager of Expo New Mexico says there will be something new for everyone. Fairgoers will get to enjoy four new rides, and one ride is making a return due to popu
  
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• Updated COVID-19 booster coming: What you need to know

  07-09-2023 14:23 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — A new COVID-19 booster could be coming next week, just in time for an expected surge in cases heading into the fall.
  The Federal Drug Administration is expected to approve the updated shots as early as Friday, according to NBC News. That would pave the way for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to give final approval next week. The CDC's panel of independent advisers is set to meet Tuesday, WABC-TV reported.COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths are rising by doubl
  
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• Why researchers say they're a step closer to extending lifespan

  07-09-2023 14:06 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Researchers at the University of Rochester transferred a longevity gene from naked mole rats to mice, calling it a “groundbreaking endeavor.”According to the University of Rochester, naked mole rats have long captured the attention of scientists for their lengthy lifespans and resistance to age-related diseases.Biologists at the university introduced a specific gene responsible for enhanced cellular repair and protection into mice, which they say may be a step to
  
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• COVID spike casts spotlight on America’s elderly political leaders

  07-09-2023 13:25 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - A new surge in COVID infections and hospitalizations — and first lady Jill Biden's positive test — is putting a focus on the lingering risks of the coronavirus, particularly for an elderly political class in America.The White House on Tuesday said President Biden, 80, will resume wearing a mask when indoors and near infected people. Biden has tested negative to date, and experienced "mild" symptoms when he was infected in 2022.Biden is one of several elderly politicians
  
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• APS soccer tournament semi-final scores, highlights

  07-09-2023 06:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The semi-final round of the APS Metro Soccer Championships took place Wednesday night at the APS Soccer Complex. Here is a look at the scores and highlights from the gold bracket.Boys
  La Cueva: 0 vs Volcano Vista: 0Cleveland: 6 vs Rio Rancho: 7 (PK)Girls*La Cueva: 2 vs Hope Christian: 1 (2OT)Albuquerque Academy: 1 vs St. Pius X: 0*La Cueva's win over Hope Christian is the first loss for the Huskies since October 12, 2021 and snaps the team's 34 game win stre
  
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• Record heat to wrap up the week

  07-09-2023 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  Record high temperatures return to parts of New Mexico Thursday and Friday. A pattern change is on the way though early next week.
  Temperatures start a warming trend Wednesday as high pressure is building over southern New Mexico. Temperatures will only climb even higher on Thursday. Record and near-record high temperatures are likely across parts of the state Thursday and Friday afternoons, including in Albuquerque. Monsoon moisture will try to develop a few isolated storms across the southwest
  
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• Jackson Wink MMA Academy to host Fight Night Series 5

  07-09-2023 06:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Jackson Wink MMA Academy will host its Fight Night Series 5 this weekend. Locally trained and native New Mexicans will be featured as they look to propel their respective combat journeys. Local boxer to fight in 2024 Olympic trial qualifier"This is very exciting for me because I get to headline a show in my hometown," said headliner Jesse Tayofa. "I think a lot of fighters dream of that.""One of the hardest things for us fighters unfortunately is to find fig
  
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• Video: Officers catch up to the man charged with killing Alamogordo police officer

  07-09-2023 06:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – Lapel video showed the moment Alamogordo Police Department officers catch up to the man charged with shooting and killing Officer Anthony Ferguson.
  In a nearly pitch-black alley, there was panic in the officer's voices as they rushed to help Ferguson and find the suspect. It was early in the morning on July 15th when the manhunt began.In the video, officers approach the man they believe killed Officer Ferguson, Dominic De La O. They see he is not armed, and office
  
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• APD to provide update following shooting near Isotopes stadium

  07-09-2023 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department says an 11-year-old boy is dead and a woman is critically injured after a shooting near the Isotopes stadium Wednesday night. APD will hold a news conference around 9:15 a.m. Thursday to provide updates. KRQE News 13 will live stream on this page.Woman arrested, police searching for male suspect in east downtown Albuquerque murderAPD Chief Harold Medina says there were officers at the Isotopes game when gunshots were he
  
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• APD to provide update following shooting near Isotopes Park

  07-09-2023 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department says an 11-year-old boy is dead and a woman is critically injured after a shooting near the Isotopes Park Wednesday night. APD will hold a news conference around 9:15 a.m. Thursday to provide updates. KRQE News 13 will live stream on this page.Woman arrested, police searching for male suspect in east downtown Albuquerque murderAPD Chief Harold Medina says there were officers at the Isotopes game when gunshots were heard
  
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• APD shares photos of suspect vehicle from deadly shooting near Isotopes Park

  07-09-2023 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department said an 11-year-old boy is dead and the boy's aunt is critically injured after a possible road rage shooting near Isotopes Park Wednesday night."This is a nightmare experience for that family; and I think in many ways for our city. This is the kind of thing that should never, ever, ever happen," Mayor Tim Keller said. Woman arrested, police searching for male suspect in east downtown Albuquerque murderAPD Chief Harold M
  
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• APD believes deadly shooting near Isotopes Park was road rage related

  07-09-2023 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department said an 11-year-old boy is dead and the boy's aunt is critically injured after a possible road rage shooting near Isotopes Park Wednesday night.Woman arrested, police searching for male suspect in east downtown Albuquerque murderAPD Chief Harold Medina said there were officers at the Isotopes game when gunshots were heard outside. Medina said gunfire hit a truck that was traveling west on Avenida Cesar Chavez. An 11-yea
  
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• APD believes deadly shooting near Isotopes Park was related to road rage

  07-09-2023 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department says an 11-year-old boy is dead and a woman is critically injured after a possible road rage shooting near the Isotopes Park Wednesday night.Woman arrested, police searching for male suspect in east downtown Albuquerque murderAPD Chief Harold Medina says there were officers at the Isotopes game when gunshots were heard outside. Medina says gunfire hit a truck that was traveling west on Avenida Cesar Chavez. An 11-year-o
  
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• 11-year-old dead following shooting near Isotopes stadium

  07-09-2023 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department says an 11-year-old boy is dead and a woman is critically injured after a shooting near the Isotopes stadium Wednesday night.Woman arrested, police searching for male suspect in east downtown Albuquerque murderAPD Chief Harold Medina says there were officers at the game when gunshots were heard outside. Medina says gunfire hit a truck that was traveling west on Avenida Cesar Chavez. An 11-year-old boy was hit and killed
  
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• 1 dead, 1 injured after shooting in SE Albuquerque near The Pit

  07-09-2023 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a shooting near The Pit on Avenida Cesar Chavez near University. APD said one person died and another was taken to the hospital in critical condition. Woman arrested, police searching for male suspect in east downtown Albuquerque murderAPD said no one is currently in custody. News 13 will provide updates as they become available.
  
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• Santa Fe Police officer will not face charges after child fatally shoots brother

  07-09-2023 05:45 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – A four-year-old got ahold of his father's gun and shot and killed his two-year-old brother in 2021. Now, News 13 has learned that the father, a Santa Fe Police Department officer, will not face criminal charges. Prosecutors said they might have made a case had the laws been different.Officers responded to the Rio Rancho home to find the boy had been shot and learned it was his brother who pulled the trigger. Their father, Santa Fe Police Officer Jonathan Harm
  
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• Sports Desk: Tavion Combs shines in return from ACL tear

  07-09-2023 04:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – During the Lobos first game of the season, safety Tavion Combs led the defense with 11 total tackles and also blocked a field goal. It was only Combs' first game back from a torn ACL suffered last season, and he believes that indicates he is in store for a monster final season."That's my goal for every single time that I wake up and open my eyes in the morning, is just try and dominate the day and really excite the day and get better," said Combs. "If you ca
  
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• Governor orders flags to half-staff in mourning of former Gov. Richardson

  07-09-2023 04:25 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has ordered all flags in New Mexico to half-staff for one week in mourning for former Governor Bill Richardson. Richardson passed away at the age of 75 last week at his home in Massachusetts. ‘Our story to tell’: Los Alamos historian on new Oppenheimer documentaryRichardson served as New Mexico governor from 2002 until 2011. Flags will be at half-staff starting Thursday until September 14. His memorial services are set fo
  
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• Carlsbad Police: Damage to golf course totals between $50K and $70K

  07-09-2023 04:13 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – The Carlsbad Police Department is asking the public for information related to damage at the Lake Carlsbad Golf Course. Police said a pickup truck damaged two holes on the course two nights ago. 92 arrests made in Chaves County warrant roundupThe damages are estimated to be between $50,000 and $70,000. Anyone with information is asked to contact Carlsbad Crime Stoppers at 575-887-1888 or 844-786-7227. Tips can be submitted at the Eddy County Crime Stoppers
  
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• Albuquerque prepares for influx of people for the New Mexico State Fair

  07-09-2023 03:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Fair is just around the corner and the city and the state are getting ready to welcome hundreds of thousands of people.  The city has been cleaning the area around the Expo New Mexico for the past week and the state said it's been working on the security for the past year. "This is the safest 236 acres in the state of New Mexico, I can assure you that," said Dan Mourning, General Manager for Expo New Mexico.   What is new
  
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• Mom of James Dunklee Cruz pleads guilty in deadly abuse case

  07-09-2023 03:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Her four-year-old son died at the hands of her roommate. Now, Albuquerque mom Krista Cruz is months away from possibly going to prison for her role in her son's death.Krista Cruz tearfully pleaded guilty to four counts Wednesday, admitting that she put her son James in a situation that led to his death. "Child abuse is what I see all day, every day. I see the worst of the worst. And James' case was the worst of the worst," said Savannah Brandenburg-Koch, ass
  
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