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• DOJ: Man admits to raping detainee in New Mexico

  04-12-2023 22:55 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A man has submitted a plea in a case where he's accused of sexually abusing suspects while he worked as a transport officer. One of those cases happened in New Mexico.The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) said Marquet Johnson, 44, of West Memphis, Arkansas, admitted to sexually assaulting female pretrial detainees.In 2019, Johnson worked as a prisoner transport officer for Inmate Services Corporation, and his job was to deliver out-of-state warrant suspects back to
  
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• New Mexico Supreme Court upholds murder conviction of Alamogordo man

  04-12-2023 22:37 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A New Mexico man who killed his ex's-boyfriend will remain in jail after the state Supreme Court upheld his conviction. In 2018, Ignacio Galindo shot Daniel Martinez at his ex-girlfriend's home. The two had argued the day before. New Mexico Supreme Court confirms murder conviction despite defendant’s concernsGalindo claimed he was acting in self-defense and said Martinez pointed a gun at him first. However, the justices found the victim was entitled to d
  
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• USPS officials visiting Chimayo to discuss post office issues

  04-12-2023 22:28 via krqe.com
  
  CHIMAYO, N.M. (KRQE) – Months after the Chimayo post office was damaged in a fire, the community has been struggling with temporary replacements. Now, postal officials will give an update on the situation.The U.S. Postal Service officials will visit the La Arboleda Community Center (at 694 NM-76 Chimayo, NM 87522) on Friday, December 8. Operations Manager Suzy Yarboro will be present, and Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM) will host the event. New Mexicans warned of scam
  
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• Questa man charged under 'Bennie's Law' has motion denied to dismiss case

  04-12-2023 22:25 via krqe.com
  
  QUESTA, N.M. (KRQE) – The case against a Questa man charged under Bennie's Law will continue after a judge denied a motion to dismiss the case. William Brown is the first person in New Mexico to face charges under the law. Prosecutors said he did not properly store weapons in his home allowing his son access to a gun that was used in the killing of a 13-year-old girl. Security footage shows suspects breaking into Albuquerque business, stealing vehicleBrown claimed that the Questa Poli
  
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• Forest officials planning pile burn in Sandias

  04-12-2023 21:47 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The U.S. Forest Service is planning prescribed pile burns on the east side of the Sandia Mountains. The burns could begin as early as December 7.The plan is to conduct burns near NM-536 and Sandia Park. Some land near the site was treated in January of 2023. UFO document and research collection growing in New MexicoSmoke might be visible from Albuquerque, Tijeras, and Edgewood, the Forest Service says. The burns will move forward depending on weather co
  
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• Why Apple is urging 'all users' to update their iOS

  04-12-2023 21:31 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – If you have an iPhone or other iOS device that doesn't have automatic updates turned on, you should install the latest security fix immediately, Apple says.Apple released iOS 17.1.2 and iPadOS 17.1.2 Nov. 30 with a message reading, "This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."The Silicon Valley giant didn't offer many details about the security issue, per its usual procedure. Apple says it doesn't discuss security issues until an investigatio
  
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• Santa coming to Los Lunas for tree lighting Saturday, December 9

  04-12-2023 21:20 via krqe.com
  
  LOS LUNAS, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa is stopping by for the annual tree lighting in Rio Rancho. He will arrive at 6:00 p.m. at the Village of Los Lunas Transportation Center (the Rail Runner train station).In addition to seeing Santa, visitors can also participate in free events from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., including face painting, holiday ornament crafting, and balloon twisting. There will also be a filled-stocking giveaway while supplies last. UFO document and research collection gro
  
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• 'Grandma's trying to get me arrested': Man says he was stopped by TSA over 'surprise' in briefcase

  04-12-2023 21:20 via krqe.com
  
  (WJW) – A man returning from his family's Thanksgiving celebration was stopped by TSA officials over a "surprise" gift his grandmother sent him home with.Actor and TikTok user Brett Gaffney shared the viral story on TikTik shortly after the holiday, while still at the airport. He said his grandmother had given him a briefcase as an early Christmas gift and instructed him not to open it until he arrived home. “I was like, 'What is in the briefcase? It's super heavy.' And she said
  
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• Albuquerque crossing guards holding annual food drive

  04-12-2023 20:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque crossing guards began their second annual food drive Monday. The food drive benefits Roadrunner Food Bank and Lobo Food Pantry.Colorado-based organization seeks help with providing free Christmas trees to Albuquerque residentsDonations of non-perishable food items will be collected at 53 school crossings around Albuquerque. Last year, crossing guards collected one and a quarter tons of canned food. This year, the goal is to reach two tons. Donati
  
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• New Mexico Supreme Court confirms murder conviction despite defendant's concerns

  04-12-2023 20:50 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – In 2018, a case of mistaken identity and a drive-by shooting led to the death of a local teenager. After the incident, Mark Hice was convicted of first-degree murder. Now, after an appeal to the state's supreme court, the conviction stands.Court documents and witness testimony show that Hice thought a former friend, Louie Martinez, was out to get him. Hice felt threatened by Martinez and later, when a Subaru was driving near Hice, Hice thought Martinez was in
  
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• Man accused of rape to stay behind bars until trial

  04-12-2023 20:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Celso Montano, accused of rape and promoting prostitution, will remain behind bars until trial. Montano has a history of sexual assault allegations.In 2012, Montano was charged with raping four women but pled down to one misdemeanor charge. In 2019, he was connected to a case dating back to 2009. That case was dismissed after the victim had died a week before Montaño was charged. He was accused of another rape in 2020,but that case was
  
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• Where can you go sledding in New Mexico?

  04-12-2023 20:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With more cold weather to come, New Mexicans might be itching to spend some time in the snow. If you’re not a fan of skiing, there is other outdoor fun to be had, like sledding.Here’s a list of New Mexico locations to go sledding this winter, along with ratings from Yelp and Google.
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  Capulin Snow Play Area is ranked 5 stars on Yelp. Tubing and sledding are welcome there, but they don’t allow metal or wooden sleds.
  
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• New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus presents its holiday concert

  04-12-2023 19:54 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus is presenting its annual holiday concert. This year's show is "Something Must Be Wrong With My Mistletoe." Santa Fe author writes children’s book on Marty the MooseThe show highlights the fun, mishaps and mayhem that often occurs during the holidays. The show will feature a variety of songs, including familiar holiday favorites. Artistic Director Aaron Howe says this is one of the most ambitions holiday shows he has ever progra
  
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• San Juan, McKinley counties open 'justice stations' for court access

  04-12-2023 19:38 via krqe.com
  
  GALLUP, N.M. (KRQE) – A new way to show up for court is now available on the Navajo Nation as well as parts of northwestern New Mexico. The "justice stations" will allow remote access to magistrate courts in San Juan and McKinley counties.The stations are available at the Rock Springs Chapter House, the Beclabito Chapter House, the Octavia Fellin Public Library in Gallup, and the Gallup Magistrate Court. According to an NM Courts press release, there will also be a station at the
  
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• Alamogordo announces new city manager, Rick Holden

  04-12-2023 19:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – Rick Holden, a former police officer, is taking the role as Alamogordo's new city manager. He has recently been attending meeting with the City Commission and the Otero County Commission, getting up to speed on the role.Holden has work experience as a former police officer, work with the U.S. Air Force, and the Fort Worth health department, the City of Alamogordo says. He has also worked with natural gas companies, and took the role as city manager after being app
  
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• Holiday Heroes blood drives around New Mexico

  04-12-2023 18:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – During the winter and holiday months supply at blood banks tends to deplete. Vitalant is teaming up with first responders to host Holiday Heroes blood drives throughout December. PNM warns customers about potential scam calls during the holiday seasonVitalant is encouraging the community to get out to one the blood drives and donate, as there is currently a need for all types of blood. Holiday heroes blood drives will take place at locations throughout New Mex
  
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• Colorado-based organization seeks help with providing free Christmas trees to Albuquerque residents

  04-12-2023 18:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An organization based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is looking to help provide free Christmas trees to people across the world, including residents in Albuquerque, New Mexico.So far this holiday season, 25 people in Albuquerque have requested a free Christmas tree. David Fein, co-founder and head elf of the Christmas Tree Project, is looking to connect with people in the Albuquerque area to donate trees to the people who put in a request. "Our simple m
  
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• PNM warns customers about potential scam calls during the holiday season

  04-12-2023 17:18 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – PNM is warning customers about potential scam calls during the holiday season.PNM said scammers become more aggressive during the holidays in an attempt to defraud people of their money. Scammers usually demand between $200-$500 for residential customers and more than $1000 for business customers, PNM added. Scammers will also often request payment via gift card or wire transfer.Story continues below
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• Ex-ambassador charged with serving as secret agent for Cuba's intelligence services for decades

  04-12-2023 17:00 via krqe.com
  
  MIAMI (AP) — A former American diplomat who served as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia has been charged with serving as a covert agent for Cuba's intelligence services dating back decades, the Justice Department said Monday.Newly unsealed court papers allege that Manuel Rocha engaged in “clandestine activity” on Cuba's behalf since at least 1981, including by meeting with Cuban intelligence operatives and providing false information to U.S. government officials.Story continues below
  
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• Barbie doll honoring Cherokee leader met with mixed emotions

  04-12-2023 16:55 via krqe.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An iconic chief of the Cherokee Nation, Wilma Mankiller, inspired countless Native American children as a powerful but humble leader who expanded early education and rural healthcare.Her reach is now broadening with a quintessential American honor: a Barbie doll in the late Mankiller's likeness as part of toymaker Mattel's “Inspiring Women” series.This photo provided by Mattel shows a Barbie doll of Wilma Mankiller.Toy maker Mattel is honoring the late lege
  
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• Santa Fe animal shelter helps three dogs in need of critical care

  04-12-2023 16:26 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Within hours of each other the Santa Fe Animal Shelter had three critical cases brought to their door. Despite an overflowing shelter, officials knew they couldn't say no. Santa Fe author writes children’s book on Marty the MooseA 12-week-old puppy who had been shot was brought to the shelter. While they rushed to save the injured puppy, two more dogs showed up, mauled and in need of help. Like many shelters around the country, their kennels are full. Di
  
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• Tourist flights over national parks face new rules. None are stricter than at Mount Rushmore

  04-12-2023 16:03 via krqe.com
  
  Fewer planes and helicopters will be flying tourists over Mount Rushmore and other national monuments and parks as new regulations take effect that are intended to protect the serenity of some of the most beloved natural areas in the United States.The air tours have pitted tour operators against visitors frustrated with the noise for decades, but it has come to a head as new management plans are rolled out at nearly two dozen national parks and monuments.One of the strictest yet was recently ann
  
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• Santa Fe author writes children's book on Marty the Moose

  04-12-2023 15:46 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The moose spotted exploring Northern New Mexico is getting a lot of attention. Marty the Moose has risen to stardom this year, even earning his own fan club on Facebook. Now, a Santa Fe author is introducing Marty to the rest of the world.Melissa Marie McEwan is amazed at the success of her first children’s book, "Marty Moose Makes His Way." The book follows Marty the Moose on his adventures through Northern New Mexico. “I really wanted to inco
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Air quality control, Firefighter accused, Mild and quiet, Dogs recovering, Teddy bear toss

  04-12-2023 15:04 via krqe.com
  
  Monday's Top Stories
  APD links 2 suspects to 4th of July carjacking-murder caseSmall businesses hope for local shoppers this holiday seasonNMSU Football locked in for 18th Annual Isleta New Mexico BowlAFR crews respond to house fire Sunday eveningFuneral services arranged for officer killed in southern ColoradoMissing in New Mexico Day returns and provides resources for familiesLane closures coming to highway in southern New MexicoFormer US ambassador arrested, accused of serving as an agent of
  
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• Unseasonably warm week around New Mexico

  04-12-2023 14:58 via krqe.com
  
  Monday morning is cold, with temperatures in the twenties and thirties. Skies are partly cloudy and dry. Monday will be a quiet day, with high clouds pushing across the state and warming temperatures. Temperatures will be near-normal today, and warm much above average through Thursday. The eastern plains will even see near-record warm temperatures by Thursday.Forecast Continues Below
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• Actor Michael B. Jordan crashes his Ferrari in Hollywood: reports

  04-12-2023 14:41 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) - Michael B. Jordan crashed his Ferrari in Hollywood late Saturday night, according to multiple reports.Los Angeles Police Department officials confirmed to Nexstar's KTLA that officers responded to the intersection of Sunset and Beachwood Drive just before 11:35 p.m. on reports of a traffic collision. Officers found that a vehicle had struck another one that was parked, police said. According to TMZ, the Ferrari belongs to and was being driven by actor Michael B. Jordan, known
  
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• Queen Latifah, Billy Crystal among honorees at Kennedy Center gala

  04-12-2023 13:52 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- It was a night celebrating the arts, but just weeks before the beginning of a presidential election year, politics was difficult to avoid at the 46th Kennedy Center Honors.A who’s who of Washington came together on Sunday in the nation’s capital to recognize this year’s Honorees: rapper and actor Queen Latifah, comedian Billy Crystal, opera star Renée Fleming, Bee Gees singer and songwriter Barry Gibb and singing legend Dionne Warwick.“I had no idea y
  
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• Oxford names ‘rizz’ word of the year

  04-12-2023 11:57 via krqe.com
  
  LONDON (AP) — Oxford University Press has named “rizz″ as its word of the year, highlighting the popularity of a term used by Generation Z to describe someone’s ability to attract or seduce another person.It topped “Swiftie” (an enthusiastic fan of Taylor Swift), “situationship” (an informal romantic or sexual relationship) and “prompt” (an instruction given to an artificial intelligence program) in the annual decision by experts at the
  
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• AFR crews respond to house fire Sunday evening

  04-12-2023 05:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue crews responded to a fire Sunday night at a residence near Lomas and San Pedro.
  AFR says crews arrived and observed fire coming from the roof of the structure. Crews were able to bring the fire under control in under an hour. AFR says there was significant damage to the structure and no one was injured. A cause of the fire is still under investigation.
  
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• Albuquerque City Council to vote on Air Quality Control Board resolution

  04-12-2023 05:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The debate continues over who should make the rules about air quality in Bernalillo County. It comes after Mayor Tim Keller vetoed two proposals brought by city council.
  Now, the council is set to vote on whether or not to override Mayor Keller's veto. To make that happen, the council will need at least six votes in favor of overriding it. If the council successfully votes to override it, the proposal would replace the current Air Quality Control Board with
  
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• APD links 2 suspects to 4th of July carjacking-murder case

  04-12-2023 04:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department has arrested two more suspects connected to the July 4 murder of Alfonso Aguilar.Officers arrested Lacey Comrier, 40, and Joseph Griego, 28, for shoplifting on Sunday.Officers learned the suspects had arrest warrants for the murder.A third suspect, Juan Delarosa, was arrested in October for his supposed role in the shooting death. Security footage shows suspects breaking into Albuquerque business, stealing vehicleSurveillance vi
  
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• Chris Eaton Foundation continues his mission of helping student-athletes

  04-12-2023 03:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) -- Chris Eaton, a passionate and successful head baseball coach at Sandia High School in Albuquerque, died in November 2022. The Eaton family is now honoring Chris by setting up the Chris Eaton Foundation.
  A website for the Chris Eaton Foundation is now live, and the family is now officially announcing the start of the "Coach Chris Eaton Memorial Scholarship."
  In June 2024, one or two Albuquerque student-athletes will be awarded a scholarship to assist them at
  
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• Tossing Toys: BCSO, Ice Wolves collect emotional support teddy bears

  04-12-2023 01:46 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was raining teddy bears inside the Outpost Ice Arena on Sunday!Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) along with the New Mexico Ice Wolves hosted the first-ever Teddy Bear Toss.Fans were asked to bring teddy bears to toss onto the ice. After collection, the bears will be used as emotional support for kids in troubled situations. Where can you get the best biscochitos in Albuquerque?"The general importance of the event is to show the community's to
  
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• Small businesses hope for local shoppers this holiday season

  04-12-2023 01:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Sunday, Albuquerque's North Valley held its annual Stop and Shop event.People were able to visit 28 unique businesses.One owner said he and his wife look forward to the yearly event."Well, the stop and shop really kind of brings attention to the North Valley. There's a lot going on down here in the North Valley, a lot of nice local stores," said Copper Bell Antiques Owner Gaylord Campbell. Security footage shows suspects breaking into Albuquerque business
  
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