Albuquerque news

• BCSO asking for information in home burglary in northwest Albuquerque

  22-09-2023 23:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding three suspects in an aggravated burglary case. They said deputies were sent to a home on Rusty Rd. NW. near Coors Blvd. and Irving Blvd. around 12:10 a.m. on September 16. Third suspect arrested in fatal shooting of 11yo outside Isotopes ParkThey said three suspects were able to force their way in through the garage and stole three guns from the home. Deputies said a suspect fired two shots at
  
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• Third suspect arrested in fatal shooting of 11-year-old outside Isotopes Park

  22-09-2023 23:37 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department has arrested a third suspect involved in the murder of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas. 26-year-old Daniel Gomez is now facing charges for the shooting that took place on Wednesday, September 6. Late Thursday night, September 21, detectives arrested the two other suspects, Jose Romero and Nathen Garley.
  The shooting that resulted in the death of the young boy occurred around 9 p.m. on Avenida Cesar Chavez, just west of Universi
  
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• DA's office: Man found guilty of attacking deputy attempts second attack in Las Cruces courtroom

  22-09-2023 23:31 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A man who was found guilty of attacking a deputy in a Las Cruces courtroom in March is accused of attacking another deputy in court on Thursday.Alejandro Nevarez, 31, was in court in March and a jury found him guilty of murdering his stepfather with a hammer. During sentencing, after the jury was dismissed, Nevarez attacked a Court Security deputy, who was security detail for the Third Judicial District Court, according to the Third Judicial District Attorney
  
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• Historic Belen hotel to be demolished

  22-09-2023 23:08 via krqe.com
  
  BELEN, N.M. (KRQE) – The days are numbered for a historic New Mexico railroad hotel. Belen City Council recently voted to demolish the more than 100-year-old Kuhn Hotel.Emergency funding approved for Quay, Curry counties following spring stormsOwner Joan Artiaga attempted to save the hotel with a possible deal to sell to a new owner but that deal fell through. Belen Mayor Robert Noblin said Artiaga now has 60 days to salvage what she wants from the property before it will be knoc
  
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• University of New Mexico hosts Peace Corps reunion for 1963 class

  22-09-2023 23:01 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Members of the University of New Mexico Peace Corps Outward Bound Training 1963 class, known as Colombia VIII, reunited at the university on Tuesday.The reunion brought together the class of now 13 to reflect on their shared experience. The College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences (CULLS) shared photos from its archives which showed the former students training for the Peace Corps at UNM.Story continues below:Community: What&rsq
  
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• Moose spotted near Abiquiu Lake

  22-09-2023 22:45 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A moose was spotted near Abiquiu Lake on Friday morning. Viewer Coral Verdugo sent KRQE the photos. Moose near Santa Fe tranquilized for relocation A moose was spotted near Abiquiu Lake on Friday, Sept. 22. Viewer Coral Verdugo sent KRQE the photos.
  According to New Mexico Game and Fish, they believe this most likely is the same moose that was spotted last week north of Santa Fe near Tesuque, New Mexico. Last week the moose was captured near Grant Ave and
  
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• City of Albuquerque provides fall risk screenings during Fall Prevention Awareness Week

  22-09-2023 22:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs recognized Falls Prevention Awareness Week this week. The department teamed up with the New Mexico Adult Falls Prevention Coalition (NMAFPC) to offer a free fall risk screening event on Friday at the North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center.The event included strength and balance tests, home safety education, a shoe fit clinic, and education on how older
  
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• Santa Fe Police searching for suspect accused of shooting teen

  22-09-2023 22:23 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A suspected gunman involved in a shooting in Santa Fe still remains at large and his whereabouts are unknown. The 17-year-old victim said he was chased down in his car and shot on Wednesday. The teen told police he and several other juveniles were chased by a vehicle with 36-year-old Ramon Jesus Ramirez Jr. inside. Eventually, the vehicle pulled up next to the victim's car and Ramirez Jr. is accused of shooting at the car injuring the teen. Two arrested in
  
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• Children's books sold at Target, Amazon recalled over possible choking hazards

  22-09-2023 22:05 via krqe.com
  
  (WDKY) — A series of children's board books have been recalled over possible choking risks. The books were sold at Target, Barnes and Noble, Sam's Club, and Amazon.About 260,000 books from the Rainbow Road series were recalled on Thursday due to plastic binding rings that could detach and create choking hazards for young children. Make Believe Ideas has received two reports of plastic rings detaching in the U.S. and one in Australia. No injuries have been reported. Trap door filled with dr
  
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• Emergency funding approved for Quay, Curry counties following spring storms

  22-09-2023 22:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A state of emergency was declared in Curry and Quay Counties due to severe storms that happened earlier this year.Curry County was impacted by a storm from May 24 to June 5, which included three tornados, strong winds and heavy rain. Clovis, Texico, Melrose and Grady all experienced damage. Curry County declared a state of emergency on June 5.Story continues below:Community: What’s happening around New Mexico September 22 – September
  
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• Glow, dance and movie party hosted by Bernalillo County

  22-09-2023 20:21 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is hosting a glow party movie night at the Rio Grande Indoor Pool Friday, September 22. The night will feature swimming, glowing and movie. Census Report: New Mexico has the lowest rate of private insurance coverage in the U.S.Starting at 7 p.m. there will be a glow party and splash dance featuring a DJ, followed by a showing the film, "Lightyear" at 8 p.m. Admission fees apply, but there will be popcorn and snow cones available for free.
  
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• Luna County has a new public health office

  22-09-2023 20:01 via krqe.com
  
  DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – Friday, the New Mexico Department of Health, local government, and the Deming-Luna County Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon a new public health office in Deming.The new location at 1510 South Slate St. has better accessibility, updated rooms, and is located near Mimbres Memorial Hospital, the health department says. Census Report: New Mexico has the lowest rate of private insurance coverage in the U.S.“I cannot express my gratitude enough to every per
  
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• VIDEO: Florida police officer taunts onlookers during arrest

  22-09-2023 19:52 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The head of a Florida chapter of the NAACP is calling for a Tampa police officer to be fired after the release of body camera video from an incident that took place in June 2022.The video was recorded on body camera belonging to Officer Dukagjin Maxhuni, a 10-year veteran of the department, during an arrest outside of a store in Ybor Heights.In the video, the suspect can be seen running toward Maxhuni while trying to avoid other officers attempting to take him into cus
  
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• Hispano Philanthropic Society holds chile fundraiser

  22-09-2023 19:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Hispano Philanthropic Society has been a pillar of support for community schools in central New Mexico for over a decade. The Hispano Philanthropic Society will be holding its first ever Chile Fundraiser on September 30, at the National Hispanic Cultural Center from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Story continues below:Community: What’s happening around New Mexico September 22 – September 28Education: APS explains decision behind no snow days policyCrime: Two
  
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• Census Report: New Mexico has the lowest rate of private insurance coverage in the U.S.

  22-09-2023 19:16 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A new report from the U.S. Census Bureau shows where New Mexicans are getting their health insurance. The report reveals that many locals aren't getting insurance from private providers.From 2021 to 2022, more than 50% of insured New Mexicans were covered with public services, according to the report. That means New Mexico had the highest percentage of public insurance coverage in the nation.Story Continues BelowNew Mexico ranks about average in terms of the percen
  
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• Locals with bench warrants can turn themselves in for lenient treatment in Taos

  22-09-2023 19:15 via krqe.com
  
  TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – Taos County Magistrate Court is hosting a 'safe surrender' event from Friday, September 29 to Saturday, September 30. Individuals with outstanding bench warrants can turn themselves in for lenient treatment.The event will accept anyone with a bench warrant from a New Mexico magistrate court – the warrant doesn't have to be from Taos. Those who surrender themselves will receive an opportunity to avoid jail and other consequences, according to the Administrativ
  
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• Educational opportunities through the Jack Beaty Educational Scholarship Foundation

  22-09-2023 19:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Jack Beaty Educational Scholarship Foundation has distributed grants to a variety of organizations to benefit deserving students and families.Walmart opens mobile pharmacy in Clovis following fireThe foundation is carrying out the wishes of longtime New Mexico businessman and political leader Jack Beaty; Beaty's estate is providing funding for the grants program. The organization has provided funding to multiple organizations around the state and also of
  
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• Mother charged in shooting that left 7-year-old son critically injured

  22-09-2023 18:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department has charged 27-year-old Davona Chavez for the shooting that left her seven-year-old son in critical condition Thursday. APD charged Chavez with child abuse resulting in great bodily harm, child abuse not resulting in great bodily harm, and trafficking a controlled substance. Two suspects arrested in 11-year-old’s fatal shooting outside Isotopes ParkOfficers responded to the shooting shortly before 3 a.m. at a home
  
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• New Mexico landowners can get certified to conduct prescribed burns

  22-09-2023 17:28 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Prescribed burns are an essential land management tool, but no one wants to be responsible for an out-of-control fire. Now, you can get free certification from the state to help ensure safe burns.The state's Forestry Division is offering a free online certification to learn safe burning practices. The program is not required by law, but getting the certification will reduce your legal liability under state law should a burn get out of control. New Mexico Public Reg
  
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• Former City of Las Cruces employee faces 25 child sex crime charges

  22-09-2023 16:31 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A former City of Las Cruces employee was recently arrested and is facing 25 child sex crime charges.
  Dominic Luis Aragon, 38, was arrested this week in El Paso on Wednesday, Sept. 20, according to records from the Dona Ana County Detention Center. Former Doña Ana County deputy sheriff could face life in prisonAragon is facing nine counts of criminal sexual penetration (injury), 11 counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor (clothed), and six counts of
  
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• Walmart opens mobile pharmacy in Clovis following fire

  22-09-2023 16:26 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – Walmart has opened a mobile pharmacy in Clovis after a fire damaged the brick-and-mortar store on N. Prince Street on Sept. 3. Two suspects arrested in 11-year-old’s fatal shooting outside Isotopes ParkThe mobile pharmacy is located in the Walmart parking lot and can handle all the pharmacy services that were previously conducted in the Clovis Supercenter. Its hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.Clovis Walmar
  
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• Powerball: What's the largest jackpot ever won in your state?

  22-09-2023 16:09 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Without a winner Wednesday, yet another record-setting Powerball jackpot is brewing, building to an estimated $725 million ahead of the next drawing. At its current size, the Powerball jackpot stands as the eighth-largest in the game’s history. The newest jackpot now sits roughly $6 million behind the seventh-largest jackpot, a $731.1 million prize won in Maryland two years ago. It’s also the third-largest in 2023, coming in behind a $754.6 million jackpot
  
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• Ohio police suggested charging an 11-year-old for her explicit photos. Experts say the practice is common

  22-09-2023 15:28 via krqe.com
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (NEXSTAR) — When an Ohio father learned that his 11-year-old daughter had been manipulated into sending explicit photos to an adult, he turned to the police for help.But instead of treating the girl as a crime victim, an officer seemingly threatened to charge her under a law most people view as designed to protect child victims. Albuquerque Public Schools janitor, son face child pornography chargesThe shocking interaction was recorded last week on body camera audio
  
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• More clouds and breezy conditions around New Mexico

  22-09-2023 15:26 via krqe.com
  
  Today is expected to be drier than yesterday, with the potential for an isolated storm far southeast and maybe a few spotty showers northwest. However, the showers to the north will not see much measurable precipitation mostly just cloud coverage and gusty winds from evaporating rain.A large low pressure system well to the north will drag a cold front across the state Saturday. This will cool temperatures off along and north of I-40 Saturday afternoon, much hotter south. Showers and storms are a
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Suspects arrested, Child injured, Cloudy and breezy, Homeless camp ruling, Funny fiesta

  22-09-2023 14:40 via krqe.com
  
  Friday's Top Stories
  Lawsuit filed against CYFD after 2 year old was beaten to deathNew Mexico State Police say 2023 state fair is the ‘safest in years’Albuquerque man charged with shooting at Smith’s employees take plea dealWhat’s happening around New Mexico September 22 – September 28New FAA ruling allows Sunport flights to MexicoNew Mexico Airman helps in rescue of a hiker across Alaska glacierAPS explains decision behind no snow days policyBiden deal with tribes
  
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• What’s happening around New Mexico September 22 – September 28

  22-09-2023 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from September 22 – September 28.AlbuquerqueSept. 22-23 – New Mexico Ice Wolves 2023 – The New Mexico Ice Wolves kicks off the 2023 season with two home openers. Prices vary.
  Sept. 22-24 – Albuquerque Funny Fiesta – Head to a unique-filled show. Guests can enjoy burlesque. dance, sketches and an evening full of comedy. The festival will feature a variety of events. Some events are
  
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• Toddler lost in Michigan woods found asleep using family dog as a pillow

  22-09-2023 12:00 via krqe.com
  
  FAITHORN, Mich. (AP) — A 2-year-old girl who walked away from her home in Michigan's Upper Peninsula alongside two family dogs was found in the woods hours later sleeping on the smaller dog like a furry pillow, state police said.“She laid down and used one of the dogs as a pillow, and the other dog laid right next to her and kept her safe,” Lt. Mark Giannunzio said Thursday. “It’s a really remarkable story.”Troopers used drones and police dogs in the search wh
  
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• US education chief considers new ways to discourage college admissions preference for kids of alumni

  22-09-2023 07:34 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s education chief said he’s open to using “whatever levers” are available — including federal money — to discourage colleges from giving admissions preference to the children of alumni and donors.In an interview with The Associated Press, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said legacy admissions must be revisited for the sake of diversity on campuses following the recent Supreme Court ruling against affirmative actio
  
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• Injunction filed against city of Albuquerque for removal of homeless personal property

  22-09-2023 06:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A judge has ruled the city of Albuquerque is not allowed to sweep through homeless camps and take people's belongings. This, after a group of people living in city parks, filed a lawsuit, claiming the city's seizures violated their rights. “It is unconstitutional to criminalize somebody's very being when there's no place legally for people to go in the city."Thursday, a district court judge handed down an injunction against the city, barring them from
  
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• Breezy winds returning Friday afternoon

  22-09-2023 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  A few storms will continue through this evening across parts of New Mexico. Dry and windier weather will return Friday afternoon.
  A few isolated storms developed Thursday afternoon across parts of New Mexico, including around the Albuquerque Metro. These storms have since moved out of New Mexico tonight as drier air is moving in from the west.
  Drier weather will be moving in Friday, despite some high to mid-level clouds moving into the state. Breezy winds will return Friday afternoon and that wi
  
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• New FAA ruling allows Sunport flights to Mexico

  22-09-2023 06:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's been a few years since the Albuquerque International Airport was truly international. That may soon change thanks to a recent ruling from the Federal Aviation Administration. Travelers flying out of Albuquerque may soon be able to take trips out of the country and more specifically to and from Mexico.It comes after the FAA returned Mexico's aviation safety rating back to the highest level which allows airports to start discussions with airlines from the
  
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• Lawsuit filed against CYFD after 2 year old was beaten to death

  22-09-2023 06:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a case that shocked the community. A 2-year-old was beaten to death by her father, Michael Garcia, inside the family home near San Pedro and San Antonio back in 2021. The child, Diana McGroy, and her four young and vulnerable siblings were placed in Garcia's home by the New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department.
  Attorneys said it happened despite several warning signs. "Before they placed them with Michael Garcia and afterwards, CYFD had
  
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• Buford Fire has burned 4.75 acres, 0% contained

  22-09-2023 04:30 via krqe.com
  
  Crews are battling the Buford Wildfire which started September 19 because of lightning. Officials said fire managers plan to confine and contain the fire. They are preparing along Forest Road 102 and are using old bulldozer lines from the 2004 Lookout Fire as part of the containment.Details on the Buford Fire:
  Start Date: September 19, 2023, 3 p.m.Location: 12 miles west of Corona and 1 mile north of Gallinas LookoutSize: 4.75 acresContained: 0%Structures Burned: NoneCause of Fire: Lig
  
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• Comedians hit the stage for Albuquerque Funny Fiesta this weekend

  22-09-2023 04:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Comedy enthusiasts from across the region are coming to Albuquerque, hoping to produce plenty of spit takes. The Albuquerque Funny Fiesta started Thursday with an open mic downtown and will run through the weekend to celebrate humor, entertainment, and artistic expression. ABQ BioPark announces fall Twilight TourFunny Fiesta will feature over 50 local performers and out-of-town comedians. Events will be spread out through multiple venues. For a full list of
  
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• Two suspects arrested in 11-year-old's fatal shooting outside Isotopes Park

  22-09-2023 04:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina announced that two suspects have been arrested in the death of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas. He was shot while leaving the Isotopes game three weeks ago. 17 shots were fired at the family's pickup killing him and seriously injuring his aunt.APD said it was not a road rage incident but a case of mistaken identity. The suspects, 22-year-old Jose Romero and 21-year-old Nathen Garley were in a dispute with someon
  
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• Two arrested in 11-year-old's fatal shooting outside Isotopes Park

  22-09-2023 04:09 via krqe.com
  
  *Correction issued: KRQE News 13 initially reported the driver as Froylan's aunt; she is his cousin.ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina announced that two suspects have been arrested in the death of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas. He was shot while leaving the Isotopes game three weeks ago. 17 shots were fired at the family's pickup killing him and seriously injuring his cousin.APD said it was not a road rage incident but a case of mistaken ident
  
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• APD announces arrests of suspects in 11-year-old's fatal shooting outside Isotopes Park

  22-09-2023 04:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina announced on social media that they have arrested a suspect in the death of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas. He said that it was a case of mistaken identity.
  
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• APD announces arrest of suspect in 11-year-old's fatal shooting outside Isotopes Park

  22-09-2023 04:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina announced on social media that they have arrested a suspect in the death of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas. He said that it was a case of mistaken identity. They are planning to hold a news conference at 8:15 p.m. News 13 will livestream the news conference on this page.
  
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• Albuquerque man charged with shooting at Smith's employees take plea deal

  22-09-2023 03:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man charged with shooting at two grocery store employees took a plea deal Thursday. Prosecutors said Christopher Gutierrez caused a scene at the Smith's on Tramway near I-40 earlier this year when employees asked him to leave. Gutierrez then waved a bag around indicating that he had a loaded gun.Man sentenced for 2019 Albuquerque murderWhen Gutierrez finally left, police said he spray-painted near gas pumps before firing shots as two employees
  
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• KRQE Weather Academy visits Horizon Academy

  22-09-2023 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Meteorologist Zoe Mintz spent Thursday morning at Horizon Academy for KRQE News 13's Weather Academy. Thursday was KRQE's first Weather Academy of the 2023-2024 school year.
  Around 80 fifth-grade students learned about how the weather works in New Mexico. Every student also got a compass, a thermometer, and a weather academy certificate. ABQ BioPark announces fall Twilight TourTeachers interested in bringing the KRQE Weather Academy to their students, f
  
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• Alejandro Montoya Marin hopes to bring Latino representation to filmmaking

  22-09-2023 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The 1990's saw a surge of independent, Latino cinema with the wave of Nuevo Cine Mexicano. The movement inspired thousands of young, Latino Filmmakers; including a Texas-born, Mexican-raised auteur who found his voice in the backlot of New Mexico, Alejandro Montoya Marin.
  Very few filmmakers ever get to work with their heroes. That sentiment may come as a surprise when said hero is responsible for films such as "Desperado." This was the follow-up feature to Robert
  
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• New Mexico Airman helps in rescue of a hiker across Alaska glacier

  22-09-2023 00:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A New Mexico Airman is being credited for helping save a woman's life in a far-flung and remote area of the U.S. It is a story of being at the right place, at the right time, and it happened after the victim fell through a glacier.“I just owe everything to them. Not just my life, but my renewed spirit and positive outlook,” said Deanne Casari about her rescue northeast of Anchorage, Alaska.  Casari has gratitude after her trip to escape everyday life en
  
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• Drier, windier weather returns Friday

  22-09-2023 00:53 via krqe.com
  
  A few storms will continue through this evening across parts of New Mexico. Dry and windier weather will return Friday afternoon.
  A few isolated storms are developing Thursday afternoon across parts of New Mexico after some of us woke up to rainfall this morning. The rain this morning mostly fell in the southern part of the state. Now this afternoon, we are seeing isolated storms develop around the Albuquerque Metro and eastern New Mexico. The Metro's chance for rain will likely end by early thi
  
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• Santa Fe releases Land Development Code Assessment Report

  22-09-2023 00:30 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Santa Fe is working to update its land development code, which dictates land use and zoning. Now, they have released an assessment report on the project.The full report can be found here at this link. The document lays out the multi-year timeline for updating the code and explains the goals for the project. New Mexico Public Regulation Commission approves $115 in credits to PNM customersThe effort to update the land development code includes making
  
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• APS explains decision behind no snow days policy

  22-09-2023 00:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Public Schools responded Thursday to its decision to get rid of snow days at schools. If school is canceled because of snow, the district's new policy forces teachers to give their students lessons they can finish at home. It comes alongside state law adding more school hours to the calendar. New Mexico educators work to curb teacher shortageAPS said it heard loud and clear from parents that they don't want more days added on to the end of the sc
  
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• New Mexico State Police say 2023 state fair is the 'safest in years'

  22-09-2023 00:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Police are calling this year's state fair one of the safest in years. The department says its officers made four misdemeanor arrests, and no vehicles were stolen from the 230-acre EXPO New Mexico property. As part of 2023's fair safety efforts, over 2,900 kids were tagged in NMSP's "Tag your Tots" program.The Albuquerque Police Department, meanwhile, made three felony and four misdemeanor arrests in its ten-day operation over the course
  
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• New Mexico Public Regulation Commission approves $115 in credits to PNM customers

  22-09-2023 00:03 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As part of the closure of the San Juan Generating Station, the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) agreed to offer customers credits worth $115 million. Now, the state's regulators have approved the plan.The shutdown of the San Juan coal-fired power plant is part of the state's transition to renewable energy. But the shutdown has been fraught with controversy. Now, the $115 in credits (and the settlement in which they are laid out), show that those invo
  
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