Albuquerque news

• New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science starting $800,000 upgrade on exhibit

  18-09-2023 23:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The natural history museum is set to get an upgraded version of the "Origins Hall," the exhibit that walks visitors through the story of the origin of life on Earth. The upgrade will re-imagine the space with an exhibit called "Ancient Life."“Across our 15 museums and historic sites, our focus is making sure our exhibits stay relevant, current, and engaging for all New Mexicans,” New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs Cabinet Secretary De
  
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• Boy's overdose death leads to guilty verdict for his mother

  18-09-2023 22:51 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – A Carlsbad mother has been found guilty of not doing enough to protect her 12-year-old from overdosing on fentanyl.Alexis Smith was found guilty by a jury of intentional child abuse resulting in death and one other count of child abuse on Friday.Her son, Brent Sullivan, was found dead after overdosing on fentanyl back in 2021. Albuquerque Public Schools janitor, son face child pornography chargesThe jury determined that Smith knew her son was using drugs a
  
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• Man wanted as suspect in Albuquerque shooting, kidnapping

  18-09-2023 22:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There's a warrant out for the arrest of a suspect involved in a shooting last week, and he's also wanted for kidnapping.According to the arrest warrant, around 4 p.m. Thursday, Richard Baca shot Christopher Telles inside a bathroom at CSL Plasma on 4th Street in northwest Albuquerque. While leaving, he allegedly pulled a gun on a mother and son and stole their car, a blue Hyundai.That car was involved in a crash about an hour later. Woman enters plea for 60
  
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• Santa Fe Plaza will see its first-ever powwow

  18-09-2023 22:33 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Indigenous Center will be celebrating Indigenous People's Day with the Santa Fe Plaza's first-ever intertribal powwow. Artist spends Hispanic Heritage Month resting at the National Hispanic Cultural CenterThe event will be held on Oct. 9 at the Santa Fe Plaza. Guests are asked to bring their tribal flag for the Parade of Nations. Guest drums are allowed and people can bring lawn chairs.Schedule of events:
  8 a.m.: Vendor booth setup9 a.m. Opening9:3
  
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• New Mexico Supreme Court calls out prosecutors and courts over record issue in a drug conviction

  18-09-2023 22:24 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's highest court has vacated the ruling on a drug possession case after they say police and prosecutors didn't provide enough evidence that a search of a Clovis woman's purse was reasonable.The state Supreme Court has ordered a district court in Curry County to vacate a methamphetamine possession conviction. In 2013, police arrested the Clovis woman on a warrant for trespassing. She had a purse on her and police found methamphetamine in the purse
  
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• BLM proposes protecting land near Placitas

  18-09-2023 22:24 via krqe.com
  
  PLACITAS, N.M. (KRQE) – Over 4,000 acres of land could see federal protection from oil and gas development if a U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) proposal moves forward.“Today we’re responding to call from Tribes, elected leaders, and community members who want to see these public lands protected,” U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland said in a press release. “We look forward to hearing more from the public to inform decisions about how
  
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• Woman enters plea for 60 shoplifting-related charges

  18-09-2023 22:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A woman is accused of being part of a large shoplifting ring. She has pled not guilty to the charges.Christina Ephrim was arraigned in front of Judge Brett Loveless on Monday morning. Albuquerque drivers concerned over Westside ‘problem intersection’She's charged with 60 crimes related to a shoplifting ring that ran from April to November last year.Police alleged she got away with $17,000 worth of merchandise from 20 stores. She is being held beh
  
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• ‘El Chapo’ son Ovidio Guzmán López pleads not guilty to US drug and money laundering charges

  18-09-2023 22:20 via krqe.com
  
  CHICAGO (AP) — Ovidio Guzmán López, a son of former Sinaloa cartel leader Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzmán, pleaded not guilty in Chicago on Monday to U.S. drug trafficking, money laundering and other charges during his first court appearance since being extradited to the U.S. from Mexico.
  Guzmán López was extradited on Friday, five months after U.S. prosecutors unsealed sprawling indictments against him and his brothers, known collectively as the &l
  
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• Hobbs City Hall partially closed due to HVAC issues caused by power outage

  18-09-2023 21:56 via krqe.com
  
  HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) – Part of Hobbs City Hall closed due to issues caused by a power outage and power surge that happened Saturday.The city said the outages caused the HVAC system to partially fail. The phone system and internet network have also been affected and are experiencing intermittent outages. The city decided to close in-person service at noon on Monday, Sept. 18 for the remainder of the day. FAA hosting three-day drone event in northern New MexicoThe regularly scheduled comm
  
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• Albuquerque Isotopes final homestand features giveaways, firework shows

  18-09-2023 21:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Isotopes will have multiple giveaways and promotions during their final homestand of the season this week.Story continues below:Traffic: Albuquerque drivers concerned over Westside ‘problem intersection’Environment: Chaco Canyon roads damaged by heavy rainCrime: Man involved in Albuquerque teen’s death to get out of prison earlyNew Mexico: Albuquerque City Council urges Governor to call a special session
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• Nationwide releases most unusual pet insurance claims of 2023

  18-09-2023 19:46 via krqe.com
  
  A dog that ate three phone charger cords and a cat that needed care after being closed into a folding couch. These are two of 10 finalists for the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company's Hambone Award.
  Story continues below:Traffic: Albuquerque drivers concerned over Westside ‘problem intersection’Environment: Chaco Canyon roads damaged by heavy rainCrime: Man involved in Albuquerque teen’s death to get out of prison earlyNew Mexico: Albuquerque City Council urges Governor to cal
  
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• Input sought on Sandia Crest Recreation Complex Renovation Project

  18-09-2023 19:21 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands is seeking input on the proposed Sandia Crest Recreation Complex Renovation Project.The project area is located at the crest of the Sandia Mountains, just over 10,000 feet in elevation. The Sandia Ranger District proposes to improve and reconstruct portions of the Sandia Crest Recreation area to bring the site up to current standards, decrease short- and long-term maintenance needs, and to provide a
  
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• 'NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet' holding auditions for youth dancers

  18-09-2023 18:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Local performers can try out to perform with an international ensemble of professionals. The NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet is welcoming dancers ages 6 to 17 to an audition.The audition will be held at Renee Antoinette's School of Dance in Belen, New Mexico on September 22, at 4:30 p.m. After the audition, the director will conduct an initial rehearsal with selected dancers. FAA hosting three-day drone event in northern New MexicoThe NUTCRACKER! M
  
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• Re-create the magic of Hogwarts with these ‘Harry Potter’-themed Halloween decorations

  18-09-2023 18:42 via krqe.com
  
  BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Looking for ‘Harry Potter’ Halloween inspiration? These decoration ideas will blow guests awayHalloween is a time for “Harry Potter” fans to leave their muggle lives behind. Whether you’re planning a spooky front yard display or a wizards-only gathering, these “Harry Potter”-inspired Halloween decorations and party ideas are sure to bring on t
  
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• Snag fire pits, grills and patio furniture at off-season prices now

  18-09-2023 18:35 via krqe.com
  
  BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Between Amazon deals and Wayfair’s epic sale, your patio is about to get some lovePatio season may be coming to a close, but that’s not to say it’s over. There’s no better time to hang outside than a sunny fall day when it’s not incredibly hot and humid. And even if you prefer the high temperatures of summer, it’s never too early to start preparing for next year.This is why you
  
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• National parks will be free to visit on Saturday: What to know

  18-09-2023 18:25 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — With the fall colors starting to come in, and cooler winter months not long off, you may be trying to get out and enjoy the weather. You’ll have a great opportunity on Saturday when all U.S. national parks will be free to enter.Saturday is one of five days the National Park Service is waiving admission fees for in 2023. We’ve already had three free days this year: January 16, which is Martin Luther King Day; April 22, which was the first day of National Park We
  
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• FAA hosting three-day drone event in northern New Mexico

  18-09-2023 18:23 via krqe.com
  
  ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is bringing a three-day drone-focused event to Northern New Mexico College. The free event is for anyone interested in drones and for professionals looking to learn more about the industry. UNM offers cannabis certificates, but are they necessary?"This exciting event is a wonderful way to showcase both the educational value and the fun in drone technology, and we are grateful to the FAA for partnering with N
  
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• Alligator with no upper jaw gets new home in Florida

  18-09-2023 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A Florida reptile park has taken in an alligator that lost its nose and upper jaw to a fight or boat propeller.Gatorland Orlando said over the weekend that the injured alligator came from a lake in nearby Sanford, about 20 miles (32 kilometers) northeast of Orlando.“She had basically no chance of surviving in the wild with such a severe injury,” the park said in a social media post. Moose near Santa Fe tranquilized for relocationOver the next few days, the
  
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• China halted spy balloon program some time after US downed device: report

  18-09-2023 17:52 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - China has reportedly stopped its spy balloon operations seven months after one of its balloons was spotted in skies above the U.S.Sources familiar with China’s spy balloons told CNN that Chinese leaders have made the decision to not launch additional balloons after one was shot down by the U.S. in February. Since then, US officials have not seen any new launches, CNN reported. Chinese embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu told CNN that the incident in February was “unexpe
  
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• Vintage Movie Night to be held in Downtown Albuquerque

  18-09-2023 17:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Flyby Provisions gift shop and Homewise will host a free Vintage Movie Night for the community on Thursday, Sept. 28.Classic Film "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" will be shown and there will be activities for guests. There will be yard games, DJ Monica Bencomo, cocktails with Still Spirits, freeze-dried candy by Sticky Fingers Candy, loaded french fries by Bang, Bang! Fries, face painting by Kooky Faces, popcorn, cotton candy, games, and more.Story continues be
  
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• Artist spends Hispanic Heritage Month resting at the National Hispanic Cultural Center

  18-09-2023 16:47 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – If you visit the National Hispanic Cultural Center during the next month, you may see artist Justin Favela lounging on a couch in the Visual Arts Building. This is Favela's performance where he is resting for the entirety of Hispanic Heritage Month.Favela has a designated space that was once a gift shop in the building for his "Reposo" performance. He will be resting at the museum during open hours from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. "I'm so excited to just like, rela
  
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• Marilyn Manson enters plea in nose-blowing case, gets sentenced

  18-09-2023 16:34 via krqe.com
  
  LACONIA, N.H. (AP) — Marilyn Manson was sentenced to 20 hours of community service and a fine on Monday after pleading no contest to blowing his nose on a videographer at a 2019 concert in New Hampshire.The shock rocker, 54, wanted to appear via video for his hearing on the misdemeanor charge, but the judge required him to be in the courtroom in Laconia, about 30 miles north of Concord, the state capital.Manson, whose legal name is Brian Warner, was charged with two misdemeanor counts
  
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• Live music event with Albuquerque OpenTango

  18-09-2023 16:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque OpenTango is trying to unite the community through music and dance. The group started in 2022 and is trying to make Argentine tango accessible to everyone while growing the community.Albuquerque drivers concerned over Westside ‘problem intersection’Wednesday, September 20,Albuquerque OpenTango is holding a live music event at 7 p.m. at Juno Brewery. The event features music from Quadlensio and free fusion dance class. The group holds
  
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• White House announces prisoner exchange with Iran

  18-09-2023 16:02 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Five Americans who have been detained in Iran were released Monday in exchange for the Biden administration granting clemency to five Iranians and moving $6 billion in a restricted Iranian account, the White House announced.Five American citizens wrongfully imprisoned and two family members who have been banned from traveling from Iran boarded a Qatari plane en route for Doha early Monday, according to a senior administration official. They will then travel to Washington to reunite
  
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• A Black student was suspended for his hairstyle. The school says it isn't discrimination

  18-09-2023 15:56 via krqe.com
  
  MONT BELVIEU, Texas (AP) - The same week his state outlawed racial discrimination based on hairstyles, a Black high school student in Texas was suspended because school officials said his locs violated the district's dress code.Darryl George, a junior at Barbers Hill High School in Mont Belvieu, received an in-school suspension after he was told his hair fell below his eyebrows and ear lobes. George, 17, wears his hair in thick twisted dreadlocks, tied on top of his head, said his
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Union concerned, Crime debate, Isolated storms, Intersection concerns, Museum moving

  18-09-2023 14:47 via krqe.com
  
  Monday's Top Stories
  Albuquerque Public Schools janitor, son face child pornography chargesAlbuquerque Police Department conducts successful operations during 2023 State FairSanta Fe County asks for feedback on short-term rentalsMcCall’s Pumpkin Patch gets ready for opening weekendChaco Canyon roads damaged by heavy rainAffordable housing coming to Moriarty with project ‘Villa Encantada’City of Albuquerque hosts Spanish-speaking hiring eventSearch on for missing Marine Corps fi
  
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• Storms to start the week

  18-09-2023 14:35 via krqe.com
  New Mexico is mostly clear and cool this Monday morning. Most spots will stay sunny through midday, with storms popping up in the western and southern mountains from 12 PM to 3 PM. Storms will move east during the late afternoon and evening. This will bring a chance of hit or miss showers and storms to the Metro and Rio Grande Valley today. The southeast plains may also see a few showers during the afternoon. Meanwhile, the northeast highlands will stay dry until late tonight, when rain will mov
  
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• New Mexico sees storms to start the week

  18-09-2023 14:35 via krqe.com
  
  New Mexico is mostly clear and cool this Monday morning. Most spots will stay sunny through midday, with storms popping up in the western and southern mountains from 12 PM to 3 PM. Storms will move east during the late afternoon and evening. This will bring a chance of hit or miss showers and storms to the Metro and Rio Grande Valley today. The southeast plains may also see a few showers during the afternoon. Meanwhile, the northeast highlands will stay dry until late tonight, when rain will mov
  
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• 5 standout moments from the start of the new school year

  18-09-2023 14:09 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The start of the 2023-2024 school year is in full swing as millions of U.S. students have returned to classrooms, but not without some hiccups. Kids across the country have seen some of their first days back canceled due to lack of transportation, extreme heat or insufficient educators to teach. Others saw schools closed over COVID-19 again.The start signals that issues exacerbated by the pandemic will continue to cause trouble for educators and students.Here are the biggest s
  
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• Santa Fe Reptile and Bug Museum is looking for a new home

  18-09-2023 14:01 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Reptile and Bug Museum features snakes, spiders, frogs and bugs. The popular museum is now looking for a new place to set up shop after the outlet mall was auctioned off.
  Wade Harrell is the director of the museum and said he’s always had a love for these animals. His desire to educate the public is what inspired him to open the museum. Harrell said the creatures are just misunderstood. It was Harrell’s desire to educate the public on t
  
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• National Hurricane Center monitoring system off Carolinas; Nigel now a hurricane

  18-09-2023 12:19 via krqe.com
  
  RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area for potential tropical development off the Carolinas.As of the initial outlook, meteorologists are forecasting a 20% chance of development over the next seven days.The low likelihood for development is typical this far in advance, as the system is not expected to become organized until later this week.However, if trends continue, the likelihood of development is expected to increase, according to WNCN Meteorologist Lance
  
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• Search on for missing Marine Corps fighter jet after pilot safely ejects over South Carolina

  18-09-2023 12:06 via krqe.com
  
  NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A Marine Corps pilot safely ejected from a fighter jet over North Charleston on Sunday afternoon and the search for his missing aircraft was focused on two lakes north of North Charleston, military officials said.The pilot ejected and parachuted safely into a North Charleston neighborhood at about 2 p.m. He was taken to a local hospital, where he was in stable condition, said Maj. Melanie Salinas. The pilot's name has not been released.Based on the missing pla
  
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• Albuquerque's teacher union raises concerns over school board candidates

  18-09-2023 06:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – School board elections are around the corner, and candidates are looking to win over voters. The Albuquerque Teachers Federation (ATF) has already endorsed three contenders, including Robert Trujillo, Heather Benavidez, and Ronalda Tome-Warito.However, the union is cautious about two candidates who are supported by the conservative group Mothers for Liberty, the New Mexico chapter.
  "There are a lot of different, very radical, right-wing groups who are e
  
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• Albuquerque City Council urges Governor to call a special session

  18-09-2023 06:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – More local leaders are now calling for a special session focused on crime after the governor amended her gun-violence public health order and said she would not call a special session.  "When we're talking crime here in Albuquerque, we are one of the most dangerous cities in America," says Albuquerque City Councilwoman Brook Bassan. The governor's gun-focused public health order has led to lawsuits and protests over the last week. On Friday, the go
  
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• Heavy rain and flooding impact I-25 southwest of T or C

  18-09-2023 05:52 via krqe.com
  
  TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Transportation has issued a notice for drivers on I-25 near the Village of Williamsburg. Due to heavy rain and flooding, there may be standing water on the roadway. Chaco Canyon roads damaged by heavy rainThe DOT advises drivers to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and watch for people and equipment. Drivers are also warned to expect delays.
  
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• APD SWAT responds to a barricaded individual on Old Coors Drive

  18-09-2023 05:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department SWAT Unit is in southwest Albuquerque responding to an individual who has barricaded themself inside a residence. According to APD, detectives tried to arrest an individual with a warrant out for their arrest when they barricaded themself inside. Albuquerque Public Schools janitor, son face child pornography chargesThe SWAT situation is taking place near Old Coors Drive and Bridge Boulevard. No further information has been r
  
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• Albuquerque drivers concerned over Westside 'problem intersection'

  18-09-2023 04:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Westside residents are calling the intersection of Ladera and Unser a dangerous one, saying drivers' actions in the area have them gripping tighter onto their steering wheels.“I have seen people almost crossing, almost get hit. I have seen people go through red lights, and they don't stop,” said one Albuquerque driver. People who live and work near the intersection and use it daily say car crashes in the area are an all too common occurrence. "I
  
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• Chaco Canyon roads damaged by heavy rain

  18-09-2023 04:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Those who are planning on going to Chaco Canyon should be cautious of their surroundings. Due to flash flooding, washed-out trails and jagged rocks exposed by the heavy rain are causing closures.Chaco Culture National Historical Park administrators say those who plan on visiting should plan on driving a high-clearance vehicle that has four-wheel drive. According to a park service Facebook post, the park does not have staff or resources to help people who get stuck
  
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• Albuquerque Public Schools janitor, son face child pornography charges

  18-09-2023 04:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A father and son in Albuquerque have been charged after agents found child pornography on devices in their home. Thomas Abeyta, a janitor with Albuquerque Public Schools (APS), and his son, Carlos Abeyta, have both been charged in relation to child pornography.According to a federal complaint, Thomas Abeyta communicated with an undercover employee online and admitted to sexually assaulting an infant until they were of school age. Abeyta also admitted to givi
  
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• La Union Maze getting ready for another season of family fun, making memories

  18-09-2023 01:27 via krqe.com
  
  LA UNION, New Mexico (KTSM) -- A Borderland tradition is back for another year of helping families create lasting memories.The family-run La Union Maze, 1101 Highway 28, is ready for its 24th season starting on Saturday, Sept. 23, and lasting through Nov. 5."This year's design of the maze itself is a homage to our very first year," said Karoline Sondgeroth, whose family owns and operates the maze.The maze design will include the state of New Mexico, Texas and an "X" or "Equis" for Juarez, she sa
  
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• City of Albuquerque hosts Spanish-speaking hiring event

  18-09-2023 01:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque held a job fair specifically for Spanish speakers on Sunday. Dozens gathered at the Casa Del Rey church, hoping to find an inclusive job that accommodates Spanish speakers."This is actually the first time that the city is really working toward creating a Spanish-speaking hiring fair and event," said Doug Small, civic engagement manager for the mayor's office. "We've been very proactive in our approach to try and make our different mat
  
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• Santa Fe County asks for feedback on short-term rentals

  18-09-2023 01:07 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe County is asking residents to speak about their experiences with short-term rentals. The county passed an ordinance in October 2022 relating to the licensing and regulation of rentals that are typically used on places like Airbnb and Vrbo. Albuquerque Police Department conducts successful operations during 2023 State FairThe county's survey asks about people's experiences with short-term rentals, whether the option makes a positive impact on the commun
  
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• Man charged for robbing Metro by T-Mobile store at gunpoint

  18-09-2023 00:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – At least one person has been charged following an armed robbery at a cell phone store on Saturday, September 16. 44-year-old James Metts is now charged with robbery with a deadly weapon, receiving or transferring a stolen vehicle, and being a felon with a firearm.According to a criminal complaint, offices were called to the Metro by T-Mobile store on Menaul Boulevard near Washington Street in response to a robbery. An employee told officers that two people h
  
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• Albuquerque Police Department conducts successful operations during 2023 State Fair

  18-09-2023 00:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Over the course of the 2023 New Mexico State Fair, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department's Southeast and Foothills Proactive Response Teams conducted many successful operations. According to APD, the teams worked with other department units, including the Auto Theft Units and Narcotics Units, to clear encampments, issue citations, execute felony arrest warrants, and more. Who are 2023’s Farm and Ranch Families of the Year in New Mexico?F
  
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