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• Convicted felon charged for possessing guns, bomb-making materials in southern New Mexico

  13-08-2024 23:57 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A 76-year-old Chaparral man is facing federal charges for illegally stockpiling firearms and explosives in Las Cruces. The arrest of Frederick Urban is the result of a multi-agency investigation involving officials from New Mexico and Texas, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.Agents from the Las Cruces Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms supported by the New Mexico State Police and El Paso Police Department, executed a federal s
  
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• Santa Fe looks to open more Pallet shelters for unhoused individuals

  13-08-2024 23:24 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Santa Fe wants to create new "Safe Outdoor Spaces" that will provide shelter and amenities for unhoused individuals.The city is currently looking for privately owned properties to host 64-square-foot shelters which come from the manufacturer Pallet. "So we're looking for community partners, non-profits, who might have some land available that are interested in providing shelter opportunities in the community," said Kristen Woods, program m
  
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• Man sentenced to 9 years in federal prison for armed robberies in Albuquerque

  13-08-2024 23:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A French national was sentenced to 111 months in federal prison for a series of armed robberies in Albuquerque on Halloween in 2019.On the morning of October 31, 2019, Mathis Laau, 26, entered the lobby of Motel 6 located at 13141 Central Ave. NE and demanded money as he pointed a gun at the clerk, according to court documents. Albuquerque couple accused of armed robberies at 3 Blake’s Lotaburgers and a dispensaryLaau was given $300 and
  
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• Arizona abortion ballot initiative has enough signatures to be on the ballot

  13-08-2024 23:00 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- A measure that would establish a fundamental right to abortion in Arizona’s constitution has enough signatures to make the ballot, according to state officials. Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes (D) late Monday said the measure received about 577,971 certified signatures — nearly 200,000 more than required to appear on the November ballot and the most signatures ever validated by a citizen’s initiative in state history. “This is a huge win f
  
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• Trump blames assassination attempt on 'lack of coordination' during glitchy chat with Elon Musk

  13-08-2024 22:58 via krqe.com
  
  (AP) — Donald Trump recounted his assassination attempt in vivid detail and blamed the incident on “a lack of coordination” during a high-profile return to the social media platform formerly known as Twitter — a conversation that was plagued by technical glitches.“If I had not turned my head, I would not be talking to you right now — as much as I like you," Trump told X’s owner Elon Musk. “There was a lack of coordination. ... Everybody understands
  
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• Tech issues plague Trump interview on X

  13-08-2024 22:58 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - Former president Donald Trump made a high-profile return to X, formerly known as Twitter, for a live, unscripted conversation with owner Elon Musk.Trump was banned from the platform under its previous ownership for his role in the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol.The two-hour conversation was friendly with Musk largely supporting Trump's goals for another administration. But the event got off to a rocky start.Technical issues delayed the start of a rare live conversa
  
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• Rare blue supermoon to rise soon: What to know

  13-08-2024 22:58 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — This year has brought a spectacular lineup of celestial shows for skywatchers. There was the total solar eclipse and the return of the devil comet in April, multiple nights of colorful northern lights, Mars and Jupiter "getting chummy," and a soon-to-appear rare explosion.On Monday, we’ll have the chance at another unique night sky sighting: a rare blue supermoon. According to NASA, a moon is considered a supermoon when it is in its new or full phase, and within 90%
  
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• Rain coming this evening before dry air moves in tomorrow

  13-08-2024 20:47 via krqe.com
  
  New Mexico will see another night of widespread rain. Temperatures have cooled off slightly, but are preparing to warm back up.
  Showers and storms have already been seen this afternoon across the mountains of New Mexico. Later this afternoon and into the evening the rain will intensify and increase in coverage. The north, central, and west New Mexico can expect to see isolated showers tonight. The heaviest rain willbe seen along the Sangre de Cristo and Sacramento Mountains. Due to this heavy ra
  
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• Man accused of killing 83-year-old in Santa Fe appears in court

  13-08-2024 20:39 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Zachary Babitz made his first appearance in court Tuesday morning. Babitz is facing charges for robbing and killing 83-year-old Gordon Wilson outside a Best Buy in Santa Fe on August 6. Santa Fe officials seek input on targeting crime after murder suspect apprehendedAccording to an affidavit, Babitz got into an altercation with Wilson while trying to steal his car. Babitz told a friend that Wilson tried to grab the gun which prompted Babitz to shoot the victim.
  
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• City leaders highlight Albuquerque housing projects

  13-08-2024 19:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City officials say upcoming projects will create more than 300 new housing units in Albuquerque.Albuquerque couple accused of armed robberies at 3 Blake’s Lotaburgers and a dispensaryThe projects would include transforming the empty gold-trimmed office buildings at the intersection of San Mateo and Central into apartments; the Highlands Central Market and Residence Inn project near Presbyterian Hospital that would offer extended stay hotel rooms;
  
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• The history behind New Mexico's state fair

  13-08-2024 19:48 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Fair is held each year at EXPO New Mexico in Albuquerque. The 236-acre property is complete with horse stalls, art galleries, stages, rodeo arenas, a coliseum, and many more entertainment and competition venues, but the fair was not always as grand as it is today.The state's first official fair on record took place in 1881. New Mexico had 36 annual state fairs through 1916 before taking a 22-year hiatus amid World War I and times of economic ha
  
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• KRQE Cares hosts Shoes For Kids phone bank on August 13

  13-08-2024 18:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – KRQE Cares is holding a phone bank fundraiser for its Shoes For Kids initiative on Tuesday, August 13, from 4 - 7 p.m. Shoes For Kids helps children in Title I schools receive a new pair of shoes. To go with their new pair of shoes, children are also provided with a snack, book, dental supplies and socks. KRQE’s community relations director Carolyn Rush says it's important to make sure each child at the school gets a pair of shoes to give them a b
  
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• How do I get a handicap placard when I need one in New Mexico?

  13-08-2024 18:05 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Handicap placards are an important tool for citizens who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act to use them. However, there are some misconceptions about who can use them and how much it costs to get one.Luckily, the process to get a parking placard for mobility-impaired individuals is fairly simple. Patients can go to the MVD Online website, print out the form, and then take it to their physician. MVD kiosks available at 5 Albuquerque grocery storesPoss
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: More crime legislation, Addressing crime in New Mexico, Widespread rain, Albuquerque construction, Los Lunas Amazon groundbreaking

  13-08-2024 15:03 via krqe.com
  
  Tuesday's Top Stories
  ‘Food, Hygiene, Safety’ Violations Found During Surprise Check-Ins Of Senior Care FacilitiesABQ couple accused of armed robberies at 3 Blake’s Lotaburgers and a dispensaryBill aims to explore feasibility of moving Soldiers’ Monument to Santa Fe National CemeteryNew Mexico’s Eddie Nuñez said to be frontrunner for University of Houston AD jobClovis police investigating shooting that injured 2 peopleLas Vegas eases water restrictions on car
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Addressing crime in New Mexico, More crime legislation, Widespread rain, Albuquerque construction, Los Lunas Amazon groundbreaking

  13-08-2024 15:03 via krqe.com
  
  Tuesday's Top Stories
  ‘Food, Hygiene, Safety’ Violations Found During Surprise Check-Ins Of Senior Care FacilitiesABQ couple accused of armed robberies at 3 Blake’s Lotaburgers and a dispensaryBill aims to explore feasibility of moving Soldiers’ Monument to Santa Fe National CemeteryNew Mexico’s Eddie Nuñez said to be frontrunner for University of Houston AD jobClovis police investigating shooting that injured 2 peopleLas Vegas eases water restrictions on car
  
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• I-40 westbound at Eubank reopen after being closed

  13-08-2024 14:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – All lanes are reopen on I-40 westbound at Eubank in Albuquerque after being closed Tuesday morning due to a crash. Drivers in the area experienced heavy delays while crews worked to clear the road.
  
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• Crash closes I-40 westbound at Eubank

  13-08-2024 14:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – All lanes are closed on I-40 westbound at Eubank in Albuquerque due to a crash, according to NMRoads. Heavy delays are expected in the area and drivers are encouraged to find an alternate route.
  
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• 'Food, Hygiene, Safety' Violations Found During Surprise Check-Ins Of Senior Care Facilities

  13-08-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico Health authorities shared some alarming results from surprise visits conducted at several long-term care facilities. Elderly residents shared concerns through a survey about staff shortages, unappetizing food, hygiene concerns, and lack of physical activities.
  In one case, staff at a senior care facility lost track of an elderly resident during a surprise visit from the state. So what’s being done about it? Department of Health Secretary Pa
  
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• Widespread rain in the short term

  13-08-2024 13:52 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Flood Watches are in effect for The Ruidoso areas and the eastern slopes of The Sangre de Cristo Mountains as widespread afternoon thunderstorms with plenty of cloud cover will dampen afternoon temperatures around normal. Along with plenty of clouds blanketing the northwestern two-thirds of the region, weakening showers are moving north-northeast from between Silver City to The Carson National Forest with most of the thunderstorm activity in Arizona. Meanwhile, conditio
  
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• Widespread rain around New Mexico in the short term

  13-08-2024 13:52 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Flood Watches are in effect for the Ruidoso areas and the eastern slopes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains as widespread afternoon thunderstorms with plenty of cloud cover will dampen afternoon temperatures around normal. Along with plenty of clouds blanketing the northwestern two-thirds of the region, weakening showers are moving north-northeast from between Silver City to the Carson National Forest with most of the thunderstorm activity in Arizona. Meanwhile, conditio
  
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• More monsoon storms on the way to almost all of New Mexico Tuesday afternoon

  13-08-2024 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  It's an active start to the week, with even more monsoon showers and thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon. Drier and hotter weather moves in later this week.
  Monsoon moisture brought widely scattered showers and storms across the western two-thirds of New Mexico, with a few storms around Roswell too. Storms have had a history of dropping heavy rainfall, bringing Flash Flood Warnings to the HPCC and Ruidoso area burn scars. Storms will continue to move to the north/northeast through late this evening,
  
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• Clovis police investigating shooting that injured 2 people

  13-08-2024 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Clovis Police Department said two people were injured in a shooting just after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday morning. Officers were sent to the Clovis Apartments after reports of gunshots.Santa Fe officials seek input on targeting crime after murder suspect apprehendedOne of the victims, 21-year-old Christopher Nash was shot in the chest and was taken to the hospital. He was later airlifted to the Lubbock area. According to police, he's in critical but stable condition
  
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• New Mexico's Eddie Nuñez said to be frontrunner for University of Houston AD job

  13-08-2024 06:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A report in the Houston Chronicle lists University of New Mexico Athletic Director Eddie Nuñez as a frontrunner for the University of Houston athletic director's job. Nuñez is said to be one of two finalists along with David Fletcher of Lone Star Sports and Entertainment.
  Nuñez was hired as athletic director at New Mexico in 2017. Since he took over, he has made multiple hires and guided the UNM athletic department through financial hard
  
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• U.S. Attorney General speaks on decrease in violent crime in Albuquerque

  13-08-2024 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – United ates Attorney General, Merrick Garland, was in Albuquerque today discussing crime in the metro and the state. Though some categories of violent crime are on a downward trend, community members say there's still work to be done.According to the Albuquerque Police Department, homicides, robberies and aggravated assaults have been decreasing over the last few years. U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland says that's on pace with national stats- attributin
  
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• Bill aims to explore feasibility of moving Soldiers' Monument to Santa Fe National Cemetery

  13-08-2024 05:56 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's the latest proposal on what to do with the Soldier's Monument in Santa Fe after the obelisk at the center of the plaza was torn down by protestors in 2020. Now, there is a new proposal to look into the feasibility of moving it to the Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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  Crime: Santa Fe murder suspect located in Las Cruces after robbery, carjackingNews: Driver identified after fatal crash involving Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office unitE
  
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• UNM Safety Christian Ellis building on what he started last season

  13-08-2024 05:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – UNM junior safety Christian Ellis is one of the players who stayed at New Mexico after the school fired former head coach Danny Gonzales. The move is working well for Ellis, who finished second in tackles for the Lobos last season with 59.
  He has had a solid fall camp and looks to do even better on the field this season. Ellis has been like a sponge, absorbing all of the knowledge brought by new head coach Bronco Mendenhall and defensive coordinator Nick How
  
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• Phase 2 of Bridge Boulevard construction nears completion after lengthy delays

  13-08-2024 05:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After more than a year of disruptions, the long-awaited completion of phase two of the Bridge Boulevard construction project is finally in sight. This extensive project, which has caused significant traffic delays and inconvenience for local businesses and residents, is expected to wrap up in November.Story continues below
  Crime: Santa Fe murder suspect located in Las Cruces after robbery, carjackingNews: Driver identified after fatal crash involving Bernali
  
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• Las Vegas eases water restrictions on car washes and laundromats

  13-08-2024 05:28 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Las Vegas has eased its water restrictions for car washes and laundromats. Businesses have been required to comply with city restrictions since burn scar flash flooding polluted the city's water storage in June. The city has been slowly easing restrictions over the last two months.New elevator system completed in Carlsbad Caverns National ParkLaundromats will be able to operate during their normal hours on weekends, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Ca
  
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• Former NMSU basketball player wants witness testimony excluded in case

  13-08-2024 05:18 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the three former New Mexico State University men's basketball players charged with raping some of his teammates is trying to get witness testimony thrown out. Lawyers for Kim Aiken Jr. filed a motion in June asking to exclude testimony from witnesses they said the state included in their case too late. Eddy County man faces more charges for shooting at prosecutor’s home, according to court documentsIn the motion, lawyers claim the state had
  
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• New elevator system completed in Carlsbad Caverns National Park

  13-08-2024 04:12 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – Visitors to Carlsbad Caverns National Park now have updated elevators to help explore the caves. European company TK Elevator announced they have completed a two-year project that constructed new traction elevators in the park. The elevators travel 750 feet below the ground, equivalent to the height of the Hoover Dam, and travel around 700 feet per minute.Construction begins on two major Albuquerque interchangesThe original elevator system was installed in 1955
  
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• Santa Fe officials seek input on targeting crime after murder suspect apprehended

  13-08-2024 02:36 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A murder, and another violent attack, seemingly at random within the last month, has left the City of Santa Fe on edge. Now, city officials are assuring the public they're making the crime problem a priority with patrols and community input.“We can't get this issue addressed overnight. This is going to take some real strategy, some real resources to be put behind it,” said Santa Fe Commissioner Michael J. Garcia.The Santa Fe community is shaken, and
  
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• Construction begins on two major Albuquerque interchanges

  13-08-2024 02:20 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Get ready for one of the biggest road projects to hit Albuquerque freeways in a decade. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) now says the first round of heavy construction and lane closures around some major interchange revamps will hit this week.
  On Monday, NMDOT is sending out email and phone alerts about work starting on I-25 at Comanche and Montaño. 
  "We've started off just trying to get everything in order to start moving traf
  
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• Advocates 'definitely seeing fewer migrants' crossing border

  13-08-2024 02:12 via krqe.com
  
  SAN DIEGO (Border Report) -- Migrant advocates, who work with asylum-seekers in an area Border Patrol agents call "Whiskey 8" report seeing fewer migrants unlawfully crossing the border in recent months."I’ve been seeing a fewer number of people showing up in places like this,” said Pedro Rios, director of American Friends Service Committee.Rios and others staff members tend to a number of tents where they hand out snacks and meals to migrants who show up at Whiskey 8 — about 2
  
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• 2024 Twinkle Light Parade applications open

  13-08-2024 01:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The time is finally here! People can start applying for 2024's Twinkle Light Parade.
  The event, which is family-friendly and free, is scheduled for December 15 at 5:15 p.m. It'll be in Nob Hill.Albuquerque Police Department wants safety input from publicLocal businesses, the community, and school groups come together to present the dazzling sight. To get involved, you can apply here.Applications are due by October 21, 2024, at 5 p.m.
  
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• Monsoon brings even more showers and storms Tuesday

  13-08-2024 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  It's an active start to the week, with even more monsoon showers and thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon. Drier and hotter weather moves in later this week.
  Monsoon moisture is bringing widely scattered showers and storms across the western two-thirds of New Mexico, with a few storms around Roswell too. Storms have had a history of dropping heavy rainfall, bringing Flash Flood Warnings to the HPCC and Ruidoso area burn scars. Storms will continue to move to the north/northeast through late this even
  
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• Albuquerque couple accused of armed robberies at 3 Blake's Lotaburgers and a dispensary

  13-08-2024 00:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A couple is accused of terrorizing three different Blake's Lotaburger locations and a dispensary in Albuquerque over the span of four months, threatening to rob each place at gunpoint before making off with thousands in cash.
  The first time police said Robert Jaramillo, 47, and Jacqueline Smith, 43, were picked up on camera was at the La Mota Dispensary in the Near North Valley on March 13. Security images show a woman holding the door open for a man who pro
  
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• New Mexico withdraws $1.2M fine against El Paso Water in sewage discharge case

  13-08-2024 00:07 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) withdrew a $1.2 million fine against El Paso Water as part of a settlement of a lawsuit, according to a news release from El Paso's water utility.In June 2022, NMED issued the fine and two Administrative Compliance Orders (ACOs), claiming that EPWater violated portions of New Mexico’s Surface and Groundwater Protection regulations when the utility discharged wastewater into the Rio Grande.
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• Gun buyback in Albuquerque set for August 24

  13-08-2024 00:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Depratment is working with gun violence advocates and Albuquerque's local sports team to offer money for firearms. A gun buyback event will be held on August 24 from 9 a.m. to noon at APD's University Substation near Isotopes and the Pit. Albuquerque store says thieves stole $20K worth of equipment and toolsParticipants can receive $250 for an assault weapon, $200 for a semi-automatic handgun or semi-auto rifle, or $100 for long g
  
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