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• UNM receives $1 million for quantum technology research

  28-08-2024 23:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – University of New Mexico quantum researchers have received $1 million in grant money to help develop quantum technology. The National Science Foundation awarded UNM the funds to research the development of a photonic quantum computer that can operate at room temperature.Santa Fe Community College offering classes for adults with young kidsThe funds will go toward the Quantum Computing Applications of Photonics pilot program which began earlier this month. It
  
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• Man who fled Albuquerque police sentenced to 3 years in plea deal

  28-08-2024 23:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man who ran from police twice, after getting caught passed out behind the wheel, will be released from prison in two months. Julian Candelaria pled guilty to two counts of aggravated fleeing from police in two incidents. Man facing federal charges in connection to shooting of Albuquerque police officerIn October 2021, officers found him passed out in a car at the intersection of San Pedro and Southern. 11 days later, he crashed into a fence near Gibson and
  
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• Telegram CEO charged for alleged criminal activity on messaging app

  28-08-2024 23:24 via krqe.com
  
  (WJET/WFXP) — Telegram CEO and co-founder Pavel Durov has been charged with multiple crimes related to his messaging app following his arrest over the weekend in Paris.
  Allegations against the Russia-born Durov, who is a French citizen, include that his platform is being used for child sexual abuse material and drug trafficking, and that Telegram refused to share information or documents with investigators when required by law. Human remains found in 1995 Florida cold case identifiedThe 39
  
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• Actor Armie Hammer's selling his truck because he 'can't afford' gas

  28-08-2024 23:22 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) - Armie Hammer is selling his beloved truck due to rising gas prices.The actor revealed that after returning to Los Angeles, the prices at the pump are prompting him to downsize.In a video posted to Instagram, the "Call Me by Your Name" actor revealed he was selling his 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali pickup, which he bought for himself as a Christmas present that same year. Standing in front of a CarMax, Hammer gave his followers a final look at the vehicle before he put it up for sale.Armie
  
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• Bikinis, surfboards and battle-axes? Hawaii loosens long-strict weapons laws

  28-08-2024 23:20 via krqe.com
  
  HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii's tourist hotspot of Waikiki is known for bikinis, shopping and surfboards. But resident Andrew Roberts has recently introduced a different item on evening walks through his neighborhood: a long-poled battle-axe.Roberts, director of the nonprofit Hawaii Firearms Coalition, has been taking the 15th-century-style European halberd on strolls since May. That's when Hawaii loosened its weapons laws in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 decision that Ameri
  
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• Trump offering parts of his Biden debate suit with digital trading card sales

  28-08-2024 23:18 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - Former President Trump is offering parts of the suit he wore during a debate with President Biden to supporters who purchase a new series of digital trading cards. The Republican presidential nominee announced the new trading card collection Tuesday in a video posted on Truth Social. The new card batch, dubbed the "America First Collection," includes 50 new images of Trump. “It's really something, these cards show me dancing and even ... holding some Bitcoins,”
  
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• 'Big Boy,' the 1.2 million-pound train, to stop in 10 states this fall

  28-08-2024 23:18 via krqe.com
  
  DENVER (KDVR) – "Big Boy," one of the world's largest trains, is taking off on Wednesday and plans to stop in 10 states while on tour.The history of Big Boy started with 25 trains, each of which were 132 feet long and 1.2 million pounds. The company said all are now out of service or on display, except for one: Big Boy No. 4014.
  It originally ran in 1941 and retired after 20 years and over 1 million miles. However, after a lengthy restoration, the Union Pacific Railroad says the
  
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• Santa Fe Community College offering classes for adults with young kids

  28-08-2024 23:17 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe Community College is offering a series of classes for adults with young kids. The five-part series will help those parents prepare for college. The classes will start on October 9 and will happen every Wednesday until November 6. Each class will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. New Mexico agencies team up to prep high schoolers for college, careersThose who complete the full series will be given a $125 gift card. Registration is required before
  
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• Starting Sept. 1, New Mexico SNAP/TANF recipients will have to interview for benefits

  28-08-2024 23:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Families receiving help from SNAP and TANF will soon have an extra step to get their food benefits. Starting on September 1, the state will require an interview to claim the assistance they qualify for.ABQ Ride suspending services on Labor DayFor years, the interview was a requirement until it was waived during the COVID-19 health emergency. Starting on October 1, new applicants to either program will require an interview to establish eligibility.
  
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• Deli meat contamination becomes largest listeria outbreak since 2011, CDC says

  28-08-2024 22:48 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – The sicknesses and deaths linked to a massive contamination of deli meats has become the largest listeria outbreak in 13 years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday.The agency said 14 more illnesses and five more deaths have been reported since the last update three weeks ago. The total number of people hospitalized is up to 57. Eight people have been killed.
  The deadly food poisoning outbreak has led to the recall of more than 7 million pounds of popul
  
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• Lobos ready to face familiar faces in Arizona

  28-08-2024 22:46 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Former UNM head coach Danny Gonzales will be on the opposing side line this week with the University of Arizona. So will running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt."Huge respect to (Danny)," said UNM quarterback Devon Dampier. "I wouldn't be here without him giving me a scholarship. He built a bond with me very well when I was here, so I text his family like every month. So, it's pretty exciting to get to be on the other side against him.""(Jacory) was on our team
  
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• ABQ Ride suspending services on Labor Day

  28-08-2024 22:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In celebration of Labor Day, ABQ Ride will suspend services. That includes the bus, Sun Van, and ABQ Ride Connect services. 12th Annual Blues Festival benefiting the Freedom in Music ProjectThe Alvarado Transportation Center lobby will also be closed. Residents can contact the customer service number from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All services will resume the next day.
  
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• Man facing federal charges in connection to shooting of Albuquerque police officer

  28-08-2024 22:27 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man who shot an Albuquerque police officer in the hand last year after being caught in a stolen car is now facing federal charges. Santiago Perez is now facing federal charges for being a felon in possession of a gun and possession of a gun to help him traffic drugs. VIDEO: Santa Fe murder suspect arrested in Las CrucesOn December 30, the Albuquerque Police Depratment said an officer pulled up behind a stolen car at the Adams Food Mart on Central Ave. They
  
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• September Santana concert canceled

  28-08-2024 22:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Carlos Santana concert set to happen on September 4 at Isleta Amphitheater has been canceled. A post on the official Santana website states that the guitarist has been dealing with a back issue and will soon undergo a corrective procedure. What concerts are coming to New Mexico in 2024?For those who purchased tickets for the Isleta Amphitheater show, refunds will be issued automatically. People who used a third-party reseller to get their tickets will ne
  
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• New Mexican voter's information is publicly online again

  28-08-2024 21:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico's voter registration records have once again been published online for the public to see. Information such as a registered voter's name, address, vote history, political party affiliation, and more is available on Voter Reference Foundation's website.
  Publicly available voter information does not include social security numbers, identifying information about where a voter registered, a voter’s day/month of birth, or a voter&rsqu
  
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• Balloon Fiesta responds to AI-generated art speculation

  28-08-2024 21:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There are mixed reviews online about this year's Official Balloon Fiesta Serigraph Poster. In July, Fiesta enthusiasts got a sneak peek at what this year's poster would look like.However, speculation grew on social media that the art had AI-generated images in the poster after it was unveiled. Tom Garrity, director of media relations for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta said in an email to KRQE that "Artificial Intelligence (AI) was not something
  
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• Second trial for man accused of killing three Muslim men vacated

  28-08-2024 20:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The second trial against Muhammad Syed, already convicted for murdering one Muslim man in Albuquerque in 2022, has been vacated.
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  Three Muslim men; Aftab Hussein, Mohammud Azfaal Huss
  
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• Plea deal expected for man accused of murdering Muslim men in Albuquerque

  28-08-2024 20:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – KRQE News 13 has learned that a plea deal is in the works for a convicted killer connected to shooting and killing three Muslim men in Albuquerque. Muhammad Syed was found guilty in March of first-degree murder for the deadly shooting of 41-year-old Aftab Hussein. Two more trials were on deck for the murders of Mohammud Afzall Hussain and Naeem Hussein.Story continues below
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• Rain continues for New Mexico today

  28-08-2024 20:50 via krqe.com
  
  Cooler temperatures continue across New Mexico Today. Even more rain will be impacting the state later this afternoon and into the Evening.
  Temperatures across New Mexico this week have returned to seasonably normal temperatures. In some cities like Albuquerque, yesterday's highs were actually below normal. These cooler temperatures are expected to continue into early next week. If not longer.
  New Mexico saw a decent bit of rain yesterday and the trend continues into today. The heaviest rain wil
  
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• Clovis police search for man accused of killing 16-year-old

  28-08-2024 20:31 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Clovis Police Department is asking the public for help in locating 18-year-old Giovanni Brown-Johnson. He is accused of shooting and killing a 16-year-old Tuesday night.VIDEO: Santa Fe murder suspect arrested in Las CrucesClovis Police say officers were called out around 11:30 p.m. to the Clovis Apartments at 1000 N. Martin Luther King to reports of shooting. Officers arrived on scene and officers found the 16-year-old suffering from gunshot wounds. The victi
  
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• City of Santa Fe new Zozobra hot air balloon, police patches

  28-08-2024 19:57 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The 100th anniversary of the burning of Zozobra is being celebrated with a new special shape Zozobra hot air balloon and new Santa Fe Police Department Zozobra uniform patches.Quay County calls for pipeline project to be halted, ENMWUA responds ‘we’re building it’The Zozobra hot air balloon is 135 feet tall and weights 730 pounds. The balloon was purchased through a partnership between the Kiwanis Club, City of Santa Fe and City of Albuquerque
  
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• Albuquerque Celebrates Recovery has events throughout September

  28-08-2024 19:20 via krqe.com
  
  Albuquerque Celebrates Recovery is a committee of organizations with a mission to focus on acceptance, welcoming and embracing all paths to recovery. During the month of September, they are putting on some events to celebrate people in recovery and provide resources to those that need them.New Mexico State University joins hot air balloon communityAlbuquerque Celebrates Recovery Art Show - September 6 from 5 - 8 p.m. at Casa de Cultura. Free event featuring music and art created by locals in rec
  
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• 12th Annual Blues Festival benefiting the Freedom in Music Project

  28-08-2024 18:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Freedom in Music Project helps spread the joy of music by providing youth with acoustic guitars. The project is holding the 12th Annual Blues Festival fundraiser to help support that goal.VIDEO: Police chase man accused of causing 100K damage at Albuquerque dealershipThe Blues Festival will be held September 12 at Revel from 6 - 10 p.m. The event will feature Brandon Post, School of Rock, One More Silver Dollar and The High Desert Blues Band. The pr
  
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• New Mexico State University joins hot air balloon community

  28-08-2024 18:11 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State University is joining the hot air balloon community with its own balloon decked out in school colors of crimson and white.The hot air balloon is set to make its first public appearance with a balloon glow during a pep rally sponsored on the evening of Sept. 26, in the tailgate lot east of Aggie Memorial Stadium. The balloon will also be on display between the Pan American Center and Aggie Memorial Stadium throughout the day on Sept. 28,
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: APD chief lawsuit, ABQ shooting investigation, More storms, Iconic building for sale, Mobile rec center

  28-08-2024 14:54 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Top Stories
  VIDEO: Police chase man accused of causing 100K damage at Albuquerque dealershipVIDEO: Santa Fe murder suspect arrested in Las CrucesQuay County calls for pipeline project to be halted99-year-old man throws first pitch at Isotopes gameRio Rancho looking to straighten out civil and criminal penalties within city limitsCity of Albuquerque resumes food inspectionsNew Hampshire resident dies after testing positive for mosquito-borne virusIsrael launches a large-scale military
  
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• Slow-moving pockets of storms impact New Mexico

  28-08-2024 13:53 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – More rain with near-to-slightly-below-normal temperatures will continue to be the big story across the Land of Enchantment as showers and rumbles of thunder are still occurring for some this morning with even more-damp air for most. The rain activity is roaring on through the southwest corner of New Mexico from I-10 Corridor to the southern parts of the Rio Grande Valley with at least a quarter-to-a-half-an-inch of rainfall earlier from Silver City that's approaching Tr
  
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• Slow-moving pockets of storms

  28-08-2024 13:53 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – More rain with near-to-slightly-below-normal temperatures will continue to be the big story across The Land of Enchantment as showers and rumbles of thunder are still occurring for some this morning with even more-damp air for most. The rain activity is roaring on through the southwest corner of New Mexico from I-10 Corridor to the southern parts of The Rio Grande Valley with at least a quarter-to-a-half-an-inch of rainfall earlier from Silver City that's approaching Tr
  
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• Albuquerque police investigate after two people shot and killed

  28-08-2024 13:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a double homicide Tuesday night in the area of Parsifal St. and Chico Rd.
  APD says officers responded around 9:34 p.m. to reports of a shooting in the area. When officers arrived one victim was gunshot wounds and was dead on scene. A second victim was taken to a hospital, where they died from their wounds. No other details have been released. APD homicide detectives are investigating the shooting.
  
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• Albuquerque police chief faces lawsuit over crash

  28-08-2024 06:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department chief responsible for a car crash is now being sued by the victim. Todd Perchert had serious injuries when APD Chief Harold Medina t-boned his classic Mustang in February. Medina claimed gunfire caused him to speed through a red light at Central and Alvarado crashing into Perchert's car. Albuquerque city councilor calls for additional investigation into APD chief’s crashAn internal investigation uncovered that Med
  
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• VIDEO: Santa Fe murder suspect arrested in Las Cruces

  28-08-2024 06:07 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) –  Zachary Babitz, the man wanted for the murder of 83-year-old Gordon Peter Wilson outside a Best Buy in Santa Fe earlier this month, was apprehended in Las Cruces following a dramatic police chase.Story continues below
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• 99-year-old Albuquerque man throws first pitch at Isotopes game

  28-08-2024 05:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man who has lived nearly a century says he's not slowing down anytime soon. The World War II veteran just celebrated his 99th birthday and on Tuesday threw the first pitch at the Isotopes game. Story continues below
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• Quay County calls for pipeline project to be halted, ENMWUA responds 'we're building it'

  28-08-2024 05:34 via krqe.com
  
  QUAY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a massive project that's been decades in the making to bring water from Ute Lake to Clovis and Portales. But now, Quay County is asking for it to be paused while those behind the pipeline are calling the county uninformed on the project.Story continues below
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• Quay County calls for pipeline project to be halted

  28-08-2024 05:34 via krqe.com
  
  QUAY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a massive project that's been decades in the making to bring water from Ute Lake to Clovis and Portales, but now Quay County is asking for it to be paused.Story continues below
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• Bernalillo County launches Mobile Rec Unit to offer kids safe recreational activities

  28-08-2024 05:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County has rolled out a community center on wheels that provides kids who may not have access to services with fun activities. The Mobile Rec Unit travels across the city, especially in southeast Albuquerque, and provides kids with games to play. It's for those who may not have access to a community center due to a waitlist or their parents being unable to pay. City of Albuquerque resumes food inspectionsThe mobile rec vans also aim to build trust
  
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• Bernalillo County Commission approves contract for new county manager

  28-08-2024 04:58 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Commission approved a contract for the new county manager. Cindy Chavez will officially begin serving as county manager on November 13 succeeding former manager Julie Morgas Bacas who retired at the end of June. Rio Rancho looking to straighten out civil and criminal penalties within city limitsChavez comes from the San Jose, California area where she was serving on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Under the contract, Chavez
  
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• Fire chiefs sign mutual aid pact to speed up response times in Doña Ana County

  28-08-2024 04:25 via krqe.com
  
  DOÑA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Multiple New Mexico fire chiefs signed a mutual aid agreement on Tuesday improving fire response times and making for more efficient emergency services for Doña Ana County. That agreement was signed by the fire chiefs for the City of La Cruces, the town of Mesilla, Sunland Park, New Mexico State University, and Doña Ana County. City of Las Vegas receives federal funding to assist in wildfire and flooding recovery effortsUnder the agr
  
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• Fire chiefs sign mutual aid pact to enhance response times in Doña Ana County

  28-08-2024 04:25 via krqe.com
  
  DOÑA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Multiple New Mexico fire chiefs signed a mutual aid agreement on Tuesday improving fire response times and making for more efficient emergency services for Doña Ana County. That agreement was signed by the fire chiefs for the City of La Cruces, the town of Mesilla, Sunland Park, New Mexico State University, and Doña Ana County. City of Las Vegas receives federal funding to assist in wildfire and flooding recovery effortsUnder the agr
  
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• U.S. Supreme Court appoints new judge to oversee New Mexico/Texas Rio Grande dispute

  28-08-2024 04:03 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The United States Supreme Court appointed a new judge in July to oversee the ongoing dispute between New Mexico, Texas, and Colorado over water use in the Rio Grande. Judge David Brooks Smith will be handling the case replacing Judge Michael J. Mellow as the special master. This is the third special master for the case. Rio Rancho looking to straighten out civil and criminal penalties within city limitsThe special master acts as a trial judge. Judge Smith will now
  
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• U.S. Supreme Court appoints new judge to oversee New Mexico/Texas Rio Grande case

  28-08-2024 04:03 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The United States Supreme Court appointed a new judge in July to oversee the ongoing dispute between New Mexico, Texas, and Colorado over water use in the Rio Grande. Judge David Brooks Smith will be handling the case replacing Judge Michael J. Mellow as the special master. This is the third special master for the case. Rio Rancho looking to straighten out civil and criminal penalties within city limitsThe special master acts as a trial judge. Judge Smith will now
  
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• City of Las Vegas receives federal funding to assist in wildfire and flooding recovery efforts

  28-08-2024 03:50 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Las Vegas has received its first installment of federal funds to assist in recovery efforts from recent wildfires and flooding. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has provided the city with $98 million to overhaul the city's water treatment facilities following the damage caused by the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire in 2022. Town hall meeting in Ruidoso will discuss wildfire and flash flooding recoveryThe city said ash and debris from the fire
  
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• City of Las Vegas receives federal funding to assist in wildfire and flood recovery efforts

  28-08-2024 03:50 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Las Vegas has received its first installment of federal funds to assist in recovery efforts from recent wildfires and flooding. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has provided the city with $98 million to overhaul the city's water treatment facilities following the damage caused by the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire in 2022. Town hall meeting in Ruidoso will discuss wildfire and flash flooding recoveryThe city said ash and debris from the fire
  
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• City of Albuquerque resumes food inspections

  28-08-2024 03:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is now resuming food inspections after the city temporarily suspended them for three days. A city official said the pause was to make sure inspectors were equipped to enforce the city's new food safety ordinance that went into effect at the beginning of the month.Iconic building in downtown Albuquerque up for saleEffective immediately, the city said they are now resuming routine inspections to ensure food safety standards are enf
  
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• Iconic building in downtown Albuquerque up for sale

  28-08-2024 03:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's been an anchor of east downtown Albuquerque. Getting attention from celebrity chefs like Guy Fierri and a lot of love from the neighborhood. But now after nearly two decades, "The Range Cafe's" owners say it's time to sell their marquee building.
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• 311 reports surfacing about illegal fishing in Albuquerque bosque ponds

  28-08-2024 02:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While many people turn to the Bosque to relax and recreate, some are doing so illegally; a sort of fishing frenzy has community members concerned for the wildlife that inhabits the area. KRQE News 13 asked city officials and locals about the concerning rise of illegal fishing in the bosque.Story continues below
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• Active weather continues with more rain on the way

  28-08-2024 01:02 via krqe.com
  
  The monsoon will continue to remain active everyday this week. Heavier rain will be on the way to parts of the state later this week.
  It's another active afternoon with scattered and isolated showers and thunderstorms across most of New Mexico. The driest area today has been northwest New Mexico and southwest Colorado where some drier upper-level air has moved in. Temperatures also continue to trend slightly cooler across most of the state as well. Showers and storms will fizzle out early tonigh
  
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• Rio Rancho looking to straighten out civil and criminal penalties within city limits

  28-08-2024 00:53 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – You may be surprised by what could land you in jail in the city of Rio Rancho. Right now, everything from fireworks, weeds and even failing to neuter your pet could do just that. Even if that's not likely to happen, city officials want to clean up those laws on the books so some minor violations don't leave you with a criminal record.Story continues below
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• VIDEO: Police chase man accused of causing 100K damage at Albuquerque dealership

  28-08-2024 00:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Vandals strike an Albuquerque business causing more than $100,000 in damage. When police caught up with one suspect, he said he was just jogging in the area and had nothing to do with the crime. Then police confront him with the security camera video.Story continues below
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• 'Breaking Butts' initiative debuts in Bernalillo County

  28-08-2024 00:10 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A new recycling initiative called "Breaking Butts" kicked off Monday in Bernalillo County, aimed at keeping used cigarette butts off of public sidewalks and streets. So far, three of these recycling receptacles have been installed across the city. Bernalillo County’s speed cameras will go live in the fallThe collected butts are sent to a special out-of-state recycling center. "The paper and tobacco are separated and shredded for composting, while
  
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• Food preservation equipment will soon be available to rent for free in Albuquerque

  28-08-2024 00:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new service will soon be available to Albuquerque-area residents who are interested in preserving food. Starting Sept. 3, the Bernalillo County Extension Office will allow community members to check out a food processor, dehydrator, pressure canner, boiling water bath canner, and fermentation equipment for free."An increasing level of people are wanting to learn about home food preservation, and sometimes there can be a cost barrier associated with purchas
  
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