• Tesuque Pueblo runners statue on display at Santa Fe Convention Center

    Tesuque Pueblo runners statue on display at Santa Fe Convention Center
    SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A statue dedicated to the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 is now on display in Santa Fe. The bronze sculpture showing two Tesuque Pueblo runners has been moved to the Santa Fe Convention Center. New Mexico History Museum prepares to open Zozobra exhibit ahead of 100th burningIt comes after the Santa Fe City Council approved plans to display it and another controversial statue of Don Diego de Vargas. That statue was removed from Cathedral Park in 2020 amid national and lo
  • University of New Mexico relaunching center to aid students in recovery

    University of New Mexico relaunching center to aid students in recovery
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The University of New Mexico is relaunching its facility to help students recovering from substance abuse.The goal of the Collegiate Recovery Center is to create a peer space on campus where students can seek recovery support and resources. The center will also help students get connected with resources outside of UNM so that they have a community when they graduate. ABQ BioPark searching for assistant zookeepers for Heritage FarmsOfficials said it
  • U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union to buy Southwest Capital Bank

    U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union to buy Southwest Capital Bank
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union said it has reached a deal to buy Southwest Capital Bank. The announcement comes after both boards of directors unanimously approved the agreement. Verus Research awarded new research contractsOnce the purchase is complete, Southwest Capital Bank will be dissolved and its customers will become U.S. Eagle members. Right now, U.S. Eagle has ten branches in New Mexico while Southwest Capital has six.
  • ABQ BioPark searching for assistant zookeepers for Heritage Farms

    ABQ BioPark searching for assistant zookeepers for Heritage Farms
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The ABQ BioPark is looking for new staff to join their team. The BioPark is searching for two assistant zookeepers who would help provide care and maintenance to the park's farm grounds, animals, and crops. New Mexico History Museum prepares to open Zozobra exhibit ahead of 100th burning by: Fallon FischerInterested applicants must be at least 18 years old and be able to pass a background check. For more information including how to apply, click here.
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  • City of Albuquerque to host sprinkler play for kids

    City of Albuquerque to host sprinkler play for kids
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With more hot weather on the way this weekend, the City of Albuquerque will be hosting sprinkler play for kids at four parks on Saturday. ‘Necro Techno Flesh Complex’ now open at Meow Wolf Santa FeThe following parks will host sprinkler play from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.:
    Redlands Park – 5121 Sequoia NW
    Loma Del Norte Park – 7511 Burke NE
    Singing Arrow Park – 12929 Piru SE
    Dennis Chavez Park – 715 Kathryn SWPRD is also ready to ac
  • 'Necro Techno Flesh Complex' now open at Meow Wolf Santa Fe

    'Necro Techno Flesh Complex' now open at Meow Wolf Santa Fe
    SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – There's a new room premiering at Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return. "Necro Techno Flesh Complex" is a new permanent installation by New Zealand-born artist Jess Johnson. Meow Wolf announces sixth location, California debutA Meow Wolf press release states the installation is a fusion of 2D drawings and 3D physical environments, along with digital animation. Officials say Johnson's meticulously hand-drawn worlds are "brought to life in three dimensions
  • New Mexico History Museum prepares to open Zozobra exhibit ahead of 100th burning

    New Mexico History Museum prepares to open Zozobra exhibit ahead of 100th burning
    SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – With the 100th anniversary of the Burning of Zozobra approaching at the end of August, the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe is opening an exhibit to showcase the past of Old Man Gloom."It explores the history of Zozobra, and it shows how members of the community have contributed to and sustained a tradition like Zozobra," said Hannah Abelbeck, curator of photographs and archival collections at the New Mexico History Museum, and co-curator of the
  • Woman arrested for DWI rollover crash with child in car

    Woman arrested for DWI rollover crash with child in car
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police arrested 48-year-old Margarita Bautista, accused of being intoxicated in a rollover crash involving a child.Investigation launched after body found near RoswellAround 1:15 p.m. Friday, officers were sent to I-40 near mile marker 271 for a single-vehicle rollover crash involving an 8-year-old child. Police say multiple witnesses informed them that Bautista was driving recklessly prior to the crash. NMSP says officers could smell the odor of a
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  • Record breaking temperatures coming to New Mexico this weekend

    Record breaking temperatures coming to New Mexico this weekend
    Isolated storms are coming to the mountains and northeast New Mexico later today. The state also sees the start of a heat wave.
    It was a relatively calm start to the afternoon. Areas around the mountains saw some cloud cover this morning. As we move later into the day we will see spotty showers start to pop up along the Sacramento mountains. Later in the evening isolated storms are expected along the Gila and Sacramento mountains. As well as in Northeast New Mexico.
    Today New Mexico sees the sta
  • Splash Dance and Dive-In movie at Rio Grande Indoor Pool

    Splash Dance and Dive-In movie at Rio Grande Indoor Pool
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is hosting a Splash Dance and Dive-in Movie night on Friday, August 16 at the Rio Grande Indoor Pool from 6 - 9:30 p.m. UNM C&J department boasts new streaming studioThe featured movie will the animated film "Shark Tale" starring Will Smith and Robert De Niro. The Splash Dance will be from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. and the movie is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. There will be free popcorn and otter pops available.
  • Multiple New Mexico colleges appear in study of best community colleges

    Multiple New Mexico colleges appear in study of best community colleges
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Community colleges offer students an alternative to traditional four-year universities with a cheaper, sometimes more convenient option to get higher education. WalletHub recently released its study on the best and worst community colleges in 2024.The study compared over 650 community colleges across 18 key metrics including cost and financing, education outcomes and career outcomes. New Mexico had a number of community colleges ranked on the list, including four i
  • Tim McGraw Sandia resort show canceled

    Tim McGraw Sandia resort show canceled
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Tim McGraw concert set to happen on August 24 at Sandia Resort and Casino has been canceled. According to a press release, McGraw is undergoing orthopedic surgery on both knees due to an injury sustained on tour. McGraw won't be able to perform for the rest of the year due to rest and physical therapy. What concerts are coming to New Mexico in 2024?Tickets purchased online at Etix for the Sandia date will be automatically refunded within seven to 10 busi
  • The best place to get a sandwich in every state, according to Yelp

    The best place to get a sandwich in every state, according to Yelp
    (NEXSTAR) – We Americans just love cramming our faces with sandwiches.Whether it’s a banh mi, a chopped cheese, a sloppy joe or a Monte Cristo, we simply can’t resist grabbing a sandwich loaded with any combination of meats and cheeses, and then cramming that sandwich right down our gullets.
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    Family of APD officer killed in hit-and-run grieve, urge driver to come forwardRainbow Ryders founder unexpectedly passes away at age 66Scientist describe levels of pl
  • Los Alamos Bear Festival returns August 23-24

    Los Alamos Bear Festival returns August 23-24
    LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Los Alamos Bear Festival is returning to the Los Alamos Nature Center August 23 - 24.UNM C&J department boasts new streaming studioThe festival will feature an interactive celebration of the life, habits and diets of the New Mexico black bear. The festival kicks off Friday, August 23 with the Bear Dinner. Experts will be on hand to talk about black bears. Guests will get to enjoy a buffet-style meal of foods that make up a black bear's diet. Tickets f
  • Verus Research awarded new research contracts

    Verus Research awarded new research contracts
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Verus Research is a team of scientists and research engineers that are at the forefront of innovation. They cover a variety of things from microwave system modeling to nuclear systems analysis and more.
    Story continues below
    Family of APD officer killed in hit-and-run grieve, urge driver to come forwardRainbow Ryders founder unexpectedly passes away at age 66Scientist describe levels of plutonium near Los Alamos “alarmingly high”What’s happ
  • Investigation launched after body found near Roswell

    Investigation launched after body found near Roswell
    CHAVES COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Chaves County Sheriff's Office has launched an investigation after 34-year-old Amanda Sifuentes was found dead east of Roswell on Thursday, August 15. Lego ‘Last Supper’ coming to downtown RoswellCCSO says around 3 p.m. deputies received information about a possible body that had been found east of Roswell. Deputies responded and located Sifuentes dead at the scene. CCSO says based on evidence at the scene, the death is believed to be a homicide
  • KRQE Newsfeed: Uranium mine cleanup, Remembering officer killed, Hot temperatures, UNM department new equipment, Rainbow Ryders founder passes

    KRQE Newsfeed: Uranium mine cleanup, Remembering officer killed, Hot temperatures, UNM department new equipment, Rainbow Ryders founder passes
    Friday's Top Stories
    What’s happening around New Mexico August 16-22City councilors debate over minimum wage for tipped workersScientist describe levels of plutonium near Los Alamos “alarmingly high”Environmental Planning Commission votes on Westside airport expansionQuesta teen accused of murdering 13-year-old takes plea deal4th & Central shooting suspect convictedWas your data leaked in massive breach? How to know, and what to do nowUkrainian officials urge civilians to e
  • What's happening around New Mexico August 16-22

    What's happening around New Mexico August 16-22
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from August 16-22.Albuquerque
    August 16-17 The Show – Albuquerque's longest-running comedy show happens every Friday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $12.August 17 Downtown Growers' Market – This happens every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Robinson Park.August 17 Winrock Market – The market presented by Sandia Laboratory begins at 9:00 a.m. at 2100 Louisiana Blvd NE.August 17 CNM Instructor Hi
  • Record heat for some parts of New Mexico ahead

    Record heat for some parts of New Mexico ahead
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Heat Advisories are in effect for some as record heat will be possible in and around The Metro today with an uptick in Monsoonal thunderstorms, but most will remain rain-free, as well as dry. Despite a few weakening showers with rumbles of thunder much earlier this morning around The Metro, virtually all of the rain has ceased to the east as a remaining shower moved on through Corona. While some moisture is still trapped aloft, skies are nonetheless mostly clear from cl
  • Record heat for some ahead

    Record heat for some ahead
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Heat Advisories are in effect for some as record heat will be possible in and around The Metro today with an uptick in Monsoonal thunderstorms, but most will remain rain-free, as well as dry. Despite a few weakening showers with rumbles of thunder much earlier this morning around The Metro, virtually all of the rain has ceased to the east as a remaining shower moved on through Corona. While some moisture is still trapped aloft, skies are nonetheless mostly clear from cl
  • Family of APD officer killed in hit-and-run grieve, urge driver to come forward

    Family of APD officer killed in hit-and-run grieve, urge driver to come forward
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a hit and run crash that ended the life of an Albuquerque Police Officer. Friends, family, and teammates used the word 'devastating' to describe their loss, urging the driver responsible to come forward."And she will truly be missed, very missed by everybody, it's a loss for everybody,” said Savannah Costales, a close friend of the victim.Family, friends, and teammates spoke to the character of APD Officer Bianca Quintana at the field where she
  • Even hotter temperatures move in this weekend

    Even hotter temperatures move in this weekend
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Temperatures keep climbing with record heat on the way this weekend. Storm chances will be very spotty through early next week.
    Drier continued to move into New Mexico Thursday, bringing dry conditions to nearly the entire state. A few spotty showers tried to develop in the Sacramento Mountains and far southeast New Mexico, but these haven't lasted long and very little rain is likely actually reaching the ground. A couple of spotty showers are still moving through
  • Scientists describe levels of plutonium near Los Alamos "alarmingly high"

    Scientists describe levels of plutonium near Los Alamos "alarmingly high"
    LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – New findings from a study aimed at researching how much plutonium is in the ground and water near Los Alamos National Laboratory, have the lead scientists concerned."I'm just trying to show New Mexicans what the truth is here," said Dr. Michael Ketterer, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Northern Arizona University. Over the last few months, Dr. Ketterer has collected and analyzed plutonium levels from a trailhead at Acid Canyon in Los Alamo
  • Scientist describe levels of plutonium near Los Alamos "alarmingly high"

    Scientist describe levels of plutonium near Los Alamos "alarmingly high"
    LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – New findings from a study aimed at researching how much plutonium is in the ground and water near Los Alamos National Laboratory, have the lead scientists concerned."I'm just trying to show New Mexicans what the truth is here," said Dr. Michael Ketterer, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Northern Arizona University. Over the last few months, Dr. Ketterer has collected and analyzed plutonium levels from a trailhead at Acid Canyon in Los Alamo
  • Santa Fe shooting suspect to make federal court appearance

    Santa Fe shooting suspect to make federal court appearance
    SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The convict accused of gunning down an elderly man at a Santa Fe Best Buy will make his first appearance in federal court Friday. Police arrested Zachary Babitz Saturday night in Las Cruces. Why was a Santa Fe murder suspect with a lengthy criminal history out of jail before murder?Babitz is accused of shooting 83-year-old Gordon Wilson to death and stealing his car. He is now federally charged with carjacking and using a gun to commit a crime. Babitz is also a
  • Santa Fe shooting suspect appears in federal court

    Santa Fe shooting suspect appears in federal court
    SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The former convict accused of killing an elderly man in Santa Fe made his first appearance in federal court on Friday. Zachary Babitz was told he's facing federal charges for carjacking and using a gun to commit a crime for the August 6 shooting of Gordon Wilson. Woman arrested for DWI rollover crash with child in carPolice said he stole Wilson's car in a Santa Fe Best Buy parking lot after shooting and killing him. Babitz is facing state charges for Wilson's m
  • UNM C&J department boasts new streaming studio

    UNM C&J department boasts new streaming studio
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The student broadcast studio at the University of New Mexico (UNM) got a makeover. The television studio is now decked out with new cameras and equipment that support live streams. UNM announces development plans for South Campus locationStudents will be able to create high-quality video productions that can be streamed live on YouTube and Facebook. "We are very excited to have this new live stream studio because it enables the department to expand the range
  • Valley looking to repeat as district champ

    Valley looking to repeat as district champ
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Valley High School football team is coming off a district championship and a third consecutive postseason berth. Now heading into year three under head coach Billy Cobos, the Vikings are not only confident in another district title, but a deep run into the postseason.As class 5A is now split into two districts (northern New Mexico teams in District 1 and southern teams in district 2), Valley enters the season as one of the clear favorites to be at the to
  • Starting field position battle is key for Lobo football

    Starting field position battle is key for Lobo football
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Special teams was a major weakness for the Lobo football team in 2023. Once Bronco Mendenhall and his staff took over the program, special teams was emphasized as the "foundation of the program.""What they explained to us is that in the last three seasons when we win the field position battle by even a single yard against the other team, we're 8-7," said punter Aaron Rodriguez. "That's over .500. A huge record, right? When we lose the field position bat
  • Environmental Planning Commission votes on Westside airport expansion

    Environmental Planning Commission votes on Westside airport expansion
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While Albuquerque works to expand the Westside's Double Eagle Airport, there are growing concerns from some neighbors about the potential of taller buildings that could reshape the area's desert landscape. The city has been considering a plan to allow for up to 85-foot-tall buildings at Double Eagle, right across from the Petroglyph National Monument. On Thursday, neighbors and nearby tribes pushed back against the idea. "We feel this con
  • City councilors debate over minimum wage for tipped workers

    City councilors debate over minimum wage for tipped workers
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  City leaders are clashing over the future of minimum wage in Albuquerque, specifically for workers who receive tips. A proposal raised at the last Albuquerque City Council meeting has stirred up fierce debate. “The idea that we would ever go backwards, is just not okay. We should be ashamed to be having that conversation,” said Tammy Fiebelkorn, City Council member.  "This isn't about profit over people, this is about business sta
  • Isotopes to giveaway Manny Ramirez Mariachis jersey at Home Run Derby X

    Isotopes to giveaway Manny Ramirez Mariachis jersey at Home Run Derby X
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There is a new jersey giveaway coming to Isotopes Park this year. The first 3,000 fans ages 16 and older in attendance will receive a limited edition Manny Ramirez Mariachis jersey.Story continues below
    Crime: Man accused of vandalizing multiple businesses in Old Town arrestedNews: Bill aims to explore feasibility of moving Soldiers’ Monument to Santa Fe National CemeteryPodcast: ‘Food, Hygiene, Safety’ Violations Found During Surprise Chec
  • Lego 'Last Supper' coming to downtown Roswell

    Lego 'Last Supper' coming to downtown Roswell
    ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – An attraction in downtown Roswell says it is about to take on its largest feat to date – recreating The Last Supper with Legos. Bricktown will begin assembling the piece over Labor Day weekend, with plans to put it on display in November.Da Vinci's original painting is 12 feet tall by 29 feet wide. The Lego one will be about a quarter of the size, but Bricktown says it will still take more than 175,000 to build it. Visitors will even be able to stop by to
  • 4th & Central shooting suspect convicted

    4th & Central shooting suspect convicted
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A jury in Juvenile Court has convicted a teen for shooting a bystander back in March. According to the District Attorney's Office, the then-17-year-old Andre Jaramillo started a fight with a stranger at the corner of Fourth and Central, then opened fire, injuring a bystander.Story continues below
    Crime: Man accused of vandalizing multiple businesses in Old Town arrestedNews: Bill aims to explore feasibility of moving Soldiers’ Monument to Santa Fe Nati
  • Record heat on the way this weekend

    Record heat on the way this weekend
    Temperatures keep climbing with record heat on the way this weekend. Storm chances will be very spotty through early next week.
    Even drier air has moved into New Mexico Thursday, bringing dry conditions to nearly the entire state. A few spotty showers have tried to develop in the Sacramento Mountains and far southeast New Mexico, but these haven't lasted long and very little rain is likely actually reaching the ground. Temperatures are climbing back above normal across all of New Mexico this aft
  • Rainbow Ryders founder unexpectedly passes away at age 66

    Rainbow Ryders founder unexpectedly passes away at age 66
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The ballooning community is mourning the sudden loss of one of the most prominent figures in the industry. Scott Appelman, the founder of Rainbow Ryders, unexpectedly died Thursday, according to his company. He was 66 years old. ExxonMobil to become title sponsor of Albuquerque International Balloon FiestaAppelman, who graduated from The University of New Mexico, started Rainbow Ryders in 1983 and turned it into the largest hot air balloon ride business
  • Was your data leaked in massive breach? How to know, and what to do now

    Was your data leaked in massive breach? How to know, and what to do now
    (NEXSTAR) — Billions in personal information records may have been exposed in an April data breach, a recent lawsuit has alleged, prompting warnings from identity experts.
    A class action lawsuit filed in Florida claims a hacking group was able to access the database of National Public Data (NPD), a background check company that provides access to data “from various public record databases, court records, state and national databases and other repositories nationwide.”
  • 'Decision feels unjust': Jordan Chiles breaks silence after losing Olympic bronze medal

    'Decision feels unjust': Jordan Chiles breaks silence after losing Olympic bronze medal
    (KTLA) -- American gymnast Jordan Chiles said she is facing "one of the most challenging moments" in her career after being ordered to return the bronze medal she won in the floor exercise at the 2024 Paris Olympics.Chiles released a statement on Thursday expressing her disappointment three days after an international sporting court rejected an appeal to return the medal to her.
    "I have no words," Chiles wrote. "This decision feels unjust and comes as a significant blow, not just to me, but to e
  • Chiefs' Chris Jones offers to pay $1.5M for stolen chicken wings to free ex-school worker

    Chiefs' Chris Jones offers to pay $1.5M for stolen chicken wings to free ex-school worker
    HARVEY, Ill. (WGN) — An Illinois school worker found guilty of stealing $1.5 million worth of food, mostly chicken wings, is getting some love from an NFL star.On Tuesday, Kansas City Chiefs Defensive Tackle Chris Jones posted to "X" offering to "pay for the wings that she stole to get her free," in a bid to get Vera Liddell out of prison.On Friday, a judge sentenced Liddell, 68, to nine years behind bars after she pleaded guilty to a felony theft charge.She was the food service direc
  • Mexico issues warning over possible mpox outbreak

    Mexico issues warning over possible mpox outbreak
    SAN DIEGO (Border Report) -- Mexico's National Committee for Epidemiological Defense has issued a warning about a possible mpox outbreak in the country.The World Health Organization has issued a similar warning.Cases, with a new variant, have been reported in Asia and Africa.The WHO is worried the new variant will spread to other regions, including the Caribbean and the Americas.Mexican health officials say that so far this year, there have been 212 "probable cases" with 49 confirmed throughout
  • Former Chihuahua governor faces corruption charges

    Former Chihuahua governor faces corruption charges
    EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Chihuahua state police officers late Wednesday tried to arrest former Gov. Javier Corral Jurado on alleged public corruption charges while he dined at a Mexico City restaurant.Mexico City authorities said they prevented the arrest because the Chihuahua officers lacked the appropriate paperwork to conduct an arrest outside their jurisdiction.“On August 14 – violating the human rights of a person and acting against statutes – Chihuahua anti-
  • Students' back-to-school alarms ring as experts fight for later morning start times

    Students' back-to-school alarms ring as experts fight for later morning start times
    (The Hill) - As students head back to school for another year, scientists and policymakers are battling over the best morning start times for children and how schedules affect their health and learning.  The scientific community has rallied against the 8 a.m. start of the typical U.S. school day, with research showing the early clock-in can hurt middle and high school students. But administrators and others struggle with changing the status quo, highlighting concerns regarding bus rout
  • Questa teen accused of murdering 13-year-old takes plea deal

    Questa teen accused of murdering 13-year-old takes plea deal
    TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s a shooting that shocked a community; a teen accused of shooting and killing his friend at his Questa home last July. His first trial ended in a hung jury and now he has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge.Porfirio Brown, who was 14 at the time, faced charges for shooting and killing 13-year-old Amber Archuleta at his father’s home last summer in Questa. He faced a second-degree murder charge, tampering with evidence, and attempted assault of a peace
  • Highway 550 in Rio Rancho remains closed following deadly crash

    Highway 550 in Rio Rancho remains closed following deadly crash
    RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – There was a deadly car crash in Rio Rancho earlier Thursday. Police say a Dodge Challenger with three people inside was traveling east on Highway 550 when it collided with a Cadillac that was attempting to make a left turn from the northwest loop.Story continues below
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  • Highway 550 in Rio Rancho closed in both directions

    Highway 550 in Rio Rancho closed in both directions
    RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Highway 550 in Rio Rancho is closed in both directions at Northwest Loop due to a crash Thursday evening, police said.Drivers are asked to avoid the area. This is a developing story that will be updated as more information comes in.

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