Albuquerque news

• Controversial Santa Fe statue can be seen at the New Mexico History Museum

  02-08-2024 23:52 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The controversial Don Diego de Vargas statue can be seen by the public again. It was removed from Cathedral Park near the Santa Fe Plaza during the civil unrest in 2020. Elephant Butte benefits from $400 million USDA drought investmentAfter a big battle over what to do with it, the Santa Fe City Council agreed to give the statue a temporary new home at the New Mexico History Museum. The statue is on display under a short-term agreement with the museum that can
  
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• Citizen's call leads agents to 23 migrants at 'party' in alleged stash house

  02-08-2024 23:51 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – A concerned citizen’s call to his local police department has led to the arrest of two alleged smugglers and the apprehension of 23 migrants in Arizona.The Yuma Police Department received the call at 3:20 p.m. last Tuesday. The caller expressed concern after observing “six or seven individuals” getting out from under a tarp over the bed of a white Ford F-250 pickup on West 21st Street.Border officers pry migrant out of hidden car compartme
  
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• Oxxo convenience stores coming to Texas, New Mexico

  02-08-2024 23:50 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Mexican convenience store giant FEMSA has reached a deal with a Tennessee energy company to take over 249 corner food marts in Texas and New Mexico.The $385 million deal between FEMSA and Delek U.S. Holdings includes inventory and a small fuel transportation fleet, the companies said in separate news releases on Thursday.Mexican governor touts commerce opportunities with new bridge expansion
  FEMSA, based in Monterrey, operates 30,000 Oxxo convenience stores
  
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• Water drop scheduled for Santa Rosa Lake

  02-08-2024 23:36 via krqe.com
  
  GUADALUPE COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – This year, the active monsoon season has been filling up New Mexico lakes.Now, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said it will start releasing water from Santa Rosa Lake to Sumner Lake starting on August 5. It could last until August 12.
  As Carlsbad Irrigation District owns the irrigation water in the lake, they have requested a 21-foot drop of water to be released. Carlsbad is currently experiencing a drought.“The final date and time for the end of
  
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• Carlsbad police looking for suspects accused of shooting at apartment

  02-08-2024 23:17 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – The Carlsbad Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding two suspects accused of a shooting. Last month, police responded to reports of gunfire at the Missions Apartment. 7th APD officer resigns, commander fired amid DWI Unit investigationWhen they arrived, they found shell casings and a pair of sunglasses believed to belong to a suspect. Police said that a specific apartment was targeted but do not know why. Before the shooting, police said
  
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• BCSO warns of scam that appears like an official call from the department

  02-08-2024 22:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is reminding people of an ongoing phone scam where people pretend to be deputies to get money. They say scammers are now using technology to make it look like someone is getting calls directly from BCSO and even use the names of actual deputies in the department. New charges brought against accused NM serial murderer, kidnapper Labar TsethlikaiAfter receiving a call, the scammers say that a person has an outstanding war
  
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• Eagle Rock Convenience Center undergoing routine maintenance

  02-08-2024 22:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A convenience center in Albuquerque will be experiencing maintenance-related delays soon.From August 6 to 9, the Eagle Rock Convenience Center has scheduled, routine maintenance. Delays are expected, and on August 7, trailers won't be allowed to enter.If you'd like to avoid running into delays, other convenience centers will still be operating.
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• Secret Service director admits failures before Trump shooting

  02-08-2024 22:20 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – For the first time since the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, the Acting Director of the Secret Service Ronald Rowe held a press conference to answer questions about what went wrong.He said the agency’s failure came down to two main issues: communication and sightlines.Rowe said the Secret Service counter snipers relied on text messages and agents did not have a good view of the roof where the shooter was.“That roof line should ha
  
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• Video: Thief breaks into Colorado distillery, steals April Fools' liquor

  02-08-2024 21:37 via krqe.com
  
  LAKEWOOD, Colo. (KDVR) — The owners of a Colorado distillery were cleaning up the mess this week after a bizarre break-in.It happened around 11 p.m. Wednesday, 30 minutes after the business closed its doors. Austin Adamson, co-owner of Ballmer Peak Distillery in Lakewood, told FOX31 the cost of the damage is way higher than the products that were stolen. Social workers present survey findings to New Mexico lawmakersThe suspect used a golf club to smash through a window before making off wi
  
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• Jobs report lower than expected for July

  02-08-2024 21:06 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Job growth in the U.S. slowed much more than expected during July and the unemployment rate ticked higher, fueling fears of a broader economic slowdown.The U.S. Economy added 114,000 jobs in July, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.3 percent, much weaker than economists predicted."It has now risen nine tenths of one percent from the more than 50-year low," Mark Hamrick at Bankrate said.The unemployment rate is now at its highest level since October 2021.Mark Hamri
  
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• Afternoon showers & storms could cause flooding

  02-08-2024 20:50 via krqe.com
  
  More rain is expected in New Mexico this afternoon. Temperatures stay warm through the weekend.
  Today sees even more rain for the mountain of New Mexico. The Jemez, Sangre de Cristo, Gila, and Sacramento mountains will all see isolated to scattered showers and storms later this afternoon and into the evening. This potentially heavy rainfall means an increased risk of burn scar flooding. The Hermits Peak Calf Canyon, Cerro Pelado, and Ruidoso area burn scars are all under a Flood Watch until 8:00
  
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• Justice Department sues TikTok, accusing the company of illegally collecting children's data

  02-08-2024 20:28 via krqe.com
  
  (AP) – The Justice Department sued TikTok on Friday, accusing the company of violating children’s online privacy law and running afoul of a settlement it had reached with another federal agency.The complaint, filed together with the Federal Trade Commission in a California federal court, comes as the U.S. and the prominent social media company are embroiled in yet another legal battle that will determine if – or how – TikTok will continue to operate in the count
  
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• AC-130 training simulator delivered to Kirtland Air Force Base

  02-08-2024 20:28 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Traffic was stopped near Gibson and Girard in Albuquerque Friday morning as an oversized load was delivered to Kirtland Air Force Base. E-bike advocates speak out amid proposed regulation by Albuquerque City CouncilOfficials with the base say that oversized load being delivered was an AC-130 training simulator. Officials say crews on base will be using it to train, the base is scheduled to get a real AC-130 in late August.
  
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• 1.7 million sex-change operations performed in Mexico last year

  02-08-2024 20:27 via krqe.com
  
  SAN DIEGO (Border Report) -- Demand for gender reassignment surgeries are on the rise south of the border, according to Arturo Ramirez Montañana, president of the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery."It's a market that has seen incredible growth in Mexico in recent years," has said, adding that surgeries for transgender people are being done for both men and women as well as body sculpting and facial procedures.According to Ramirez, the process for gender reassignment i
  
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• Santa Fe police asking public for information on 2023 homicide

  02-08-2024 20:12 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Police Department is asking to public for help in the investigation of the homicide of 21-year- old Ramone Vigil on April 30, 2023.Rio Rancho food, entertainment venue delays openingPolice say around 12:30 a.m. Vigil was killed in the parking lot of the Lowe's on Zafarano Dr. Police officers arrived on scene and found Vigil with at least one gunshot wound. Vigil was pronounced dead at the scene.
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• Survey reveals traits Americans want most in a president

  02-08-2024 20:09 via krqe.com
  
  Leadership skills, the ability to make decisions and honesty top a long list of traits that Americans want most for U.S. presidents, according to a new survey.In a wide-ranging poll released this week by YouGov, U.S. adults were asked to rate a sample of 40 different qualities for a potential commander in chief.Topping the list, 88 percent said leadership skills and decisionmaking abilities are "very important," followed by honesty (86 percent) and mental health (85 percent).Integrity, intellige
  
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• Elephant Butte benefits from $400 million USDA drought investment

  02-08-2024 19:54 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $400 million in at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production and conserve water across the West. The Elephant Butte Irrigation District has been preliminarily selected for potential inclusion in the program. New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority announces funding for affordable housing programsOfficials say the funding is expected to conserve up to 50,000 acre-fee
  
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• Few Americans trust Secret Service after attempted Trump assassination, AP-NORC poll finds

  02-08-2024 19:53 via krqe.com
  
  Most Americans have doubts about the Secret Service's ability to keep presidential candidates safe after last month's attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life, a new poll from the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds.Only around 3 in 10 Americans are extremely or very confident that the Secret Service can keep the presidential candidates safe from violence before the election, according to the poll. The survey also found that about 7 in 10 America
  
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• Harris has enough Democratic delegate votes to be the party's nominee, committee chair says

  02-08-2024 19:37 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris had secured enough votes from Democratic delegates to officially be the party’s nominee for president, Democratic National Committee Chair Jamie Harrison said Friday.The online voting process doesn’t end until Monday, but the campaign marked the moment when she crossed the threshold to have the majority of delegates’ votes.Harris is poised to be the first woman of color at the top of a major party’s ticket.&ld
  
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• Bernalillo Feed and Chevron holding weenie dog races to benefit Sandoval County Animal Shelter

  02-08-2024 19:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo Feed and Chevron has big a big part of the community, serving the needs of the everyone around. The store is holding an event to help the Sandoval County Animal Shelter with weenie dog races.Story continues below
  Trending: 7th APD officer resigns, commander fired amid DWI Unit investigationFood: Rio Rancho food, entertainment venue delays openingCommunity: Millions in funding cut from Albuquerque homeless housing programsEvents: What’s happe
  
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• Justin Timberlake's license suspended in New York at DWI hearing

  02-08-2024 18:51 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – A judge has suspended Justin Timberlake's license after the singer appeared virtually at his DWI hearing on Friday.
  Timberlake is currently in Antwerp, Belgium, on the international leg of his The Forget Tomorrow World Tour.
  During the hearing, the former boy band member pleaded not guilty to a revised misdemeanor charge of driving while intoxicated after visiting a restaurant in Sag Harbor, a village on eastern Long Island in New York.Sag Harbor Village Justice Carl Irace suspend
  
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• Annual Red and Green VegFest returning in August

  02-08-2024 18:49 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The upcoming Red and Green VegFest in Albuquerque is being put on by the nonprofit Sprouting Compassion. The VegFest celebrates vegan lifestyle and sustainable practices.Story continues below
  Trending: 7th APD officer resigns, commander fired amid DWI Unit investigationFood: Rio Rancho food, entertainment venue delays openingCommunity: Millions in funding cut from Albuquerque homeless housing programsEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico Augu
  
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• Flood watch extended but still hot

  02-08-2024 16:57 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A few leftover showers with fewer lightning strikes have tapered off from The Sangre de Cristo Mountains to The Texas border as more rounds of rainfall will be likely for many of these areas ahead after the heat-up this weekend. Southwest of Taos to Socorro, hit-or-miss light rain is now gone, a couple of weakening north-northwestward-moving showers were several miles off on either side of I-25, as well as around Quemado, and a few weak westward-moving thunderstorm
  
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• Social workers present survey findings to New Mexico lawmakers

  02-08-2024 16:01 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A group of New Mexico social workers say there is a worker shortage in the state, and they are advising lawmakers on how to fix the problem. E-bike advocates speak out amid proposed regulation by Albuquerque City CouncilThursday, representatives from New Mexico Highlands University's Center for Excellence in Social Work presented their findings from a recent survey of social workers across the state. Some of those findings show 91% percent of participants are
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Albuquerque police officer resigns, Funding cut from ABQ homeless programs, Rain chances, Tax free weekend, New Mexico Pokémon competitor

  02-08-2024 15:04 via krqe.com
  
  Friday's Top Stories
  What’s happening around New Mexico August 2-8E-bike advocates speak out amid proposed regulation by ABQ City CouncilLeaders reassure immigrants in ABQ that residency won’t come up during crime reportingNew charges brought against accused NM serial murderer, kidnapper Labar TsethlikaiHermit’s Peak Calf Canyon Wildfire victims resolved FEMA lawsuitsAlbuquerque woman involved in friend’s boyfriend’s murder sentencedHere’s who Russia, US relea
  
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• Here’s who Russia, US released in prisoner swap

  02-08-2024 14:25 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The U.S., Western allies and Russia exchanged 24 prisoners Thursday in the largest exchange of detainees since the Cold War. The swap that took place in Turkey freed three high-profile Americans who had been detained for months or even years.  In return for releasing Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, former Marine Paul Whelan and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist Alsu Kurmasheva, Russia received eight prisoners who had been held abroad. &nb
  
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• What's happening around New Mexico August 2-8

  02-08-2024 14:05 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from August 2-8.Albuquerque
  August 2 ArtStop the ABQ Artwalk Outdoor Market – Come by 7th and Gold from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for outdoor artisans, food trucks, and live music.August 2-3 The Show – Albuquerque's longest-running comedy show happens every Friday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $12.August 2-4 Shrek the Musical Jr. – Shrek and his friends take over the UNM Rodey Theater Fridays, Satu
  
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• Rain still possible & muggier

  02-08-2024 13:59 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A few leftover showers with fewer lightning strikes are present this morning from The Sangre de Cristo Mountains to The Texas border as more rounds of rainfall will be likely for many of these areas ahead after the heat-up this weekend. Southwest of Taos to Socorro, hit-or-miss light rain is dissipating, a couple of weakening north-northwestward-moving showers are several miles off on either side of I-25, as well as to the northwest of Quemado, and a few weak westw
  
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• Rain possible & muggier weather around New Mexico

  02-08-2024 13:59 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A few leftover showers with fewer lightning strikes are present this morning from the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the Texas border as more rounds of rainfall will be likely for many of these areas ahead after the heat-up this weekend. Southwest of Taos to Socorro, hit-or-miss light rain is dissipating, a couple of weakening north-northwestward-moving showers are several miles off on either side of I-25, as well as to the northwest of Quemado, and a few weak westw
  
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• E-bike advocates speak out amid proposed regulation by Albuquerque City Council

  02-08-2024 06:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The back-and-forth over e-bikes in Albuquerque continues. After a petition raised concerns on proposed legislation to regulate e-bikes in Albuquerque's open space, advocates for e-bikes are speaking out.
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  Crime: VIDEO: Albuquerque police arrest teen suspect in Coronado Center shootingTrending: New Mexico’s 2024 ‘Tax-Free Weekend’ approachesLarry Barker Investigation: Troubled waters: Is New Mexico’s drinking water
  
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• Albuquerque woman involved in friend's boyfriend's murder sentenced

  02-08-2024 06:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A woman who took a plea deal for her part in the murder of a friend's boyfriend will be out of jail before Christmas. Brianna Archuleta pled no contest to aggravated battery and conspiracy to commit aggravated battery last month.Albuquerque police arrest 17-year-old in connection to June murderPolice said the 26-year-old helped plan the murder of Benjamin Moore. In January 2020, Archuleta and a group of people ambushed Moore outside an apartment near Br
  
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• New charges brought against accused NM serial murderer, kidnapper Labar Tsethlikai

  02-08-2024 06:07 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New charges have been filed against a man police say sexually assaulted and killed Native American men in New Mexico over the last several years. Labar Tsethlikai, 51, is facing an 11-count federal indictment that could land him in jail for years, or even get him the death penalty.Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: Albuquerque police arrest teen suspect in Coronado Center shootingTrending: New Mexico’s 2024 ‘Tax-Free Weekend’ approachesLarry
  
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• Steven Michael Quezada starring in new film 'Strange Darling'

  02-08-2024 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – You've seen him on TV but for the first Albuqueqrue's Steven Michael Quezada on the big screen. The Breaking Bad actor will star in the thriller Strange Darling alongside Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner. Spaceport America open house coming in September"I've always done movies on Netflix, Amazon, a lot of TV. Never have I been on the big screen before…I'm amazed," said Quezada.The movie, shot in Portland, is described as a relentless thrill ride
  
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• Hot and stormy afternoons

  02-08-2024 05:28 via krqe.com
  
  Some showers and storms will stick around late tonight into early Friday morning before ending by sunrise. Scattered afternoon showers and storms will continue each afternoon and evening across parts of New Mexico into the weekend, with the highest chances for rain Friday and Saturday. Each afternoon will bring a chance for heavy rain, especially over burn scar areas. Temperatures will also be slightly cooler into the weekend with the increasing rain chances.Some drier air will move in starting
  
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• Phase 1 of Barelas Park improvements nearly complete

  02-08-2024 04:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque said crews are nearly finished with the first phase of upgrades to Barelas Park. The work centered on a new turf area, sports court, lighting, and playgrounds along with new trees and better parking. Albuquerque Sign Language Academy asks city council to expand into vacant art centerCrews still need to work on the west parking lot, irrigation, and landscaping. The next phase will focus on pickleball courts, resurfacing the handba
  
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• Luke Wysong named to Hornung Award watch list

  02-08-2024 03:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For a third consecutive year, UNM's Luke Wysong is being viewed as one of the most versatile players in all of college football entering the season. On Thursday it was announced that Wysong has been added to the Paul Hornung Award watch list, which honors the best athlete who plays multiple positions.The former Cleveland Storm standout is entering his redshirt junior and is expected to have a large role in the offense, primarily as a wide receiver. Wysong le
  
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• New Mexican competing in 2024 Pokémon World Championships

  02-08-2024 02:31 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One Albuquerque resident is trying to become a world champion, competing at the Pokémon world championships in Hawaii for a chance to 'Catch them all.'Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: Albuquerque police arrest teen suspect in Coronado Center shootingTrending: New Mexico’s 2024 ‘Tax-Free Weekend’ approachesLarry Barker Investigation: Troubled waters: Is New Mexico’s drinking water safe?
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• Hermit's Peak Calf Canyon Wildfire victims, seeing a 'new page turned' following resolved FEMA lawsuits

  02-08-2024 02:27 via krqe.com
  
  MORA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The federal government is settling lawsuits and paying out millions more to several of the victims of New Mexico's most destructive wildfire.Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: Albuquerque police arrest teen suspect in Coronado Center shootingTrending: New Mexico’s 2024 ‘Tax-Free Weekend’ approachesLarry Barker Investigation: Troubled waters: Is New Mexico’s drinking water safe?
  After two years of fighting for his clients, Attorney Br
  
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• Millions in funding cut from Albuquerque homeless housing programs

  02-08-2024 01:18 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque programs supporting the homeless will have to make do with less money. The city has cut millions from programs for the new fiscal year, leaving hundreds of people at risk of not having housing. Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: Albuquerque police arrest teen suspect in Coronado Center shootingTrending: New Mexico’s 2024 ‘Tax-Free Weekend’ approachesLarry Barker Investigation: Troubled waters: Is New Mexico’s dr
  
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• 7th APD officer resigns, commander fired amid DWI Unit investigation

  02-08-2024 01:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  The Albuquerque Police Department announced the resignation of Officer Neill Elsman and the termination of Commander Mark Landavazo related to the ongoing investigation into the department's DWI Unit.Elsman had been on military leave since October 2023 and was told he had to return to work at APD this week. Elsman resigned on July 30. APD said he will still be asked to appear for a voluntary interview with Internal Affairs. He had been with the departm
  
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• Albuquerque Sign Language Academy asks city council to expand into vacant art center

  02-08-2024 01:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A local Albuquerque school for children with hearing disabilities is looking to breathe new life into a building in the North Valley that has sat vacant for months. KRQE News 13 spoke with the executive director of The Albuquerque Sign Language Academy (ASLA) for details on what they envision for the space.
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• Lululemon pulls leggings after customers complain of 'unflattering' backside

  02-08-2024 00:51 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- Lululemon has already pulled a new line of leggings from its website after poor reviews flooded social media, with customers saying the pants made their backsides look weird.
  The athleisure company launched its $98 "Breezethrough" leggings on July 9, marketing them as "silky-smooth, quick-drying tights that give you limitless stretch and feel light as air."But the so-called "innovative" design drew swift backlash from many customers who said they were not im
  
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• 'I accept': Elon Musk agrees to fight with Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro

  02-08-2024 00:50 via krqe.com
  
  (KRON) – While a highly-anticipated proposed fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg never came to fruition, those who want to see Musk use his fists may get their wish. On Wednesday, Musk accepted a challenge to a fight from Nicolas Maduro, the president of Venezuela.
  Musk had been publicly critical of Maduro, who was recently declared the winner of Venezuela's presidential election. Thousands of Venezuelans have protested the result of the election, and Musk went as far as to accuse
  
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• 'The Conjuring' house owner fires employee, citing accusations from the beyond

  02-08-2024 00:49 via krqe.com
  
  BURRILLVILLE, R.I. (WPRI) — Brian Dansereau says he was fired from the house featured in the film "The Conjuring" after his boss said she was told by its 19th-century owner Dansereau had been stealing money.The Burrillville, Rhode Island, farmhouse – also known as the Old Arnold Estate – has been an international draw for paranormal enthusiasts ever since it was made famous by the 2013 supernatural horror movie "The Conjuring."Dansereau said he worked at the home, which is open
  
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• Trump presses for details on prisoner swap with Russia

  02-08-2024 00:48 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Former President Donald Trump demanded more details surrounding the massive prisoner swap Thursday that freed Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan from Russian custody.Trump responded to the news by touting his own record of prisoner swaps in a post on Truth Social, while also questioning whether the U.S. gave cash in exchange for the once-detained Americans.
  “So when are they going to release the details of the prisoner swap with R
  
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• Man dies after 400-foot fall from rim of Grand Canyon

  02-08-2024 00:48 via krqe.com
  
  GRAND CANYON, Ariz. (ABC4) — A 20-year-old North Carolina man died at the Grand Canyon National Park on Wednesday after falling 400 feet below the rim.
  Officials said Abel Joseph Mejia of Hickory, North Carolina was near the edge of the canyon rim near the Pipe Creek Overlook when he fell over. Due to the height of the fall, Mejia did not survive and his body was later recovered by responding National Park Service rangers.
  The National Park Service said it was conducting an investigation i
  
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• Active weather returns to end the week

  02-08-2024 00:27 via krqe.com
  
  Today begins a stretch of a more active monsoon pattern across New Mexico. Storms have developed this afternoon across the state. Some storms are dropping heavy rain, especially over the HPCC burn scar area where a Flash Flood Warning has is in effect. Some showers and storms will stick around late tonight into early Friday morning before ending by sunrise.Scattered afternoon showers and storms will continue each afternoon and evening across parts of New Mexico into the weekend, with the highest
  
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• Spaceport America open house coming in September

  02-08-2024 00:26 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Spaceport America is holding an open house next month. Make sure to plan ahead if you want to go.On September 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., people can tour the facility. The open house will include STEM activities, guest speakers, and the chance for aircraft fly-ins. Spaceport America talks about 10-year planAttendees who are 18 and over are required to have a form of government-issued photo identification to get on the site on the day of the event.While the Spac
  
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• Leaders reassure immigrants in Albuquerque that residency won't come up during crime reporting

  02-08-2024 00:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City and law enforcement leaders spoke to the public in Albuquerque on Thursday about their efforts to make public services available to people in the city who don't speak English. Representatives from the Mexican consulate were there as well reaching out to victims and witnesses of crime who may be afraid that reaching out for help may get their own immigration status questioned. Albuquerque police urge parental vigilance amid rise in juvenile crime"To
  
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