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• Del Norte High School holding 60 year anniversary celebration on October 5

  04-09-2024 23:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque high school with roots dating back to the 1960s is gearing up to celebrate decades of educating their community. Albuquerque Public Schools said Del Norte High School was established in 1964 on the same land the school sits on today near Montgomery and San Mateo. However, the gymnasium is the only structure remaining from the original campus. Albuquerque teachers ask lawmakers for cooler classroomsThe school plans to hold an event to celebrate
  
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• Albuquerque resident sentenced to 2 years in prison for deadly 2023 hit and run

  04-09-2024 23:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The person responsible for a deadly hit-and-run last year will spend two years behind bars. Police said a driver of a red Ford Focus was driving near Constitution and Louisiana in July of 2023 when they hit and killed a pedestrian before taking off.DWI suspects keeping driver licenses due to officer ‘no shows’The car was registered to Christopher Trammell III who now identifies as Tara Trammell. They reported their car missing the following day.
  
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• Former New Mexico deputy sentenced to 9 years in prison for raping female arrestee

  04-09-2024 23:31 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A former Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office deputy will spend almost a decade behind bars for raping a female arrestee and trying to destroy the evidence. In April 2023, Michael Martinez arrested a woman for drunk driving and before taking her to the Doña Ana County Detention Center sexually assaulted her in the back of his patrol car. He then tried to destroy the car's camera system which had captured the assault.Four arrested in connection to Ju
  
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• The 'most fun states' in America, according to WalletHub analysis

  04-09-2024 23:21 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – The folks at WalletHub have recently attempted to determine the "most fun states in America" through a deep analysis of each state's recreation, dining, and nightlife options, among other metrics.The site's results indicate that Florida — with its bevy of beaches, bars and bright, sunny skies — is the most "fun" of them all."Florida is the most fun state in 2024, leading the country when it comes to the number of restaurants, amusement parks, arcades and mu
  
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• 'Stumped': Man turns to duct tape to keep split tree from falling while waiting on city

  04-09-2024 23:21 via krqe.com
  
  RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - When one Richmond, Virginia, resident was "stumped" over what to do about an unsafe tree near his home, he turned to duct tape to keep the tree upright while he waits for action from the city.It's a sticky situation. You have to see it to "be-leaf" it. Ed Williamson noticed what he thinks is an elm tree splitting down the middle about a month ago. To try and keep it from falling, he got crafty and wrapped it in duct tape.The splitting tree at Hanover Avenue
  
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• $125M authorized for affordable housing program in New Mexico

  04-09-2024 23:09 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – More than $100 million in state funding will now be used to help alleviate the housing crisis in New Mexico. The Opportunity Enterprise Housing Development Program is a $125 million fund focusing on housing families that may be ineligible for other affordable housing programs.New technology helps identify water leaks in New MexicoApplications to utilize the funds are made in three rounds. The first one is happening now and will end on October 16.
  
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• Road work begins on Hyde Park Rd. leading to Ski Santa Fe

  04-09-2024 21:17 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Transportation is beginning repaving on part of Hyde Park Rd. leading to Ski Santa Fe. Starting September 4, the road will be down to one lane while crews work on the project.
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  Investigation: DWI suspects keeping driver licenses due to officer 'no shows'News: Bernalillo County to build urban agriculture project in the International DistrictTrending: Albuquerque launches program for businesses affected by window vand
  
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• Crews from Cannon Air Force Base awarded as best air refueling crew

  04-09-2024 20:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Two crews assigned to the 9th Special Operations Squadron at Cannon Air Force Base were awarded the 2023 Brig. Gen. Ross G. Hoyt Award for service during a presidentially directed contingency operation. The award recognizes the best aerial refueling crew across the Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve.Albuquerque teachers ask lawmakers for cooler classroomsThe MC-130J Commando II crews supported the longest U.S. Army helicopter mission to use only ae
  
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• Crew from Cannon Air Force Base awarded as best air refueling crew

  04-09-2024 20:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Two crews assigned to the 9th Special Operations Squadron at Cannon Air Force Base were awarded the 2023 Brig. Gen. Ross G. Hoyt Award for service during a presidentially directed contingency operation. The award recognizes the best aerial refueling crew across the Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve.Albuquerque teachers ask lawmakers for cooler classroomsThe MC-130J Commando II crews supported the longest U.S. Army helicopter mission to use only ae
  
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• Higher rain chances coming to New Mexico Tomorrow

  04-09-2024 20:53 via krqe.com
  
  It will be a relatively dry day across New Mexico. Temperatures are nearly average to seasonably warm in most regions.
  A dry air mass still has hold over New Mexico. This air is decreasing rain chances across the state. Only a few spotty showers are possible later this afternoon in the far southeast and northern mountains of New Mexico.
  Thursday afternoon a backdoor cold front will be moving into the state. This front will bring more widespread moisture to the eastern half of New Mexico. Heavy r
  
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• New technology helps identify water leaks in New Mexico

  04-09-2024 20:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Environment Department partnered with Woolpert Digital Innovations and Google Public Sector to launch Hydro Delta, which identifies water leaks, often located underground.DWI suspects keeping driver licenses due to officer ‘no shows’Hydro Delta leverages artificial intelligence and satellites to help provide accurate data to for better water management. According to NMED, 40% - 70% of treated water in New Mexico water systems is lo
  
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• Visit Albuquerque highlights September events

  04-09-2024 19:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – September has arrived and Sarah East from Visit Albuquerque has a list of things happening around the city this month.New Mexico State Fair
  September 5 to September 15. The state fair is gearing up and getting ready to welcome big crowds who will pack the Expo New Mexico fairgrounds. People will be able to enjoy the usual fair activities, food and entertainment along with plenty of new things at the 2024 fair.Bands of Enchantment Season 4 Film
  
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• Sheriff says 'casualties have been reported' in Georgia high school shooting

  04-09-2024 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – A shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, has resulted in injuries, authorities said Wednesday.
  “Casualties have been reported, however details on the number or their conditions is not available at this time,” the Barrow County Sheriff's Office said in a statement.A suspect has been taken into custody.Shortly before 10:30 a.m., “officers from multiple law enforcement agencies and Fire/EMS personnel were dispatched to the high school in reference
  
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• LIVE SOON: 4 killed, 9 injured in Apalachee High School shooting, officials say

  04-09-2024 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – At least four people were killed in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, authorities said Wednesday.Another nine people were injured and taken to local hospitals, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The ages or any other details about the victims were not released.A suspect has been taken into custody. "Reports that the suspect has been ‘neutralized’ are inaccurate," the Bureau said on X. Reports of shootings at other schools in the
  
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• LIVE: 4 killed, 9 injured in Apalachee High School shooting, officials say

  04-09-2024 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – At least four people were killed in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, authorities said Wednesday.Another nine people were injured and taken to local hospitals, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The ages or any other details about the victims were not released.A suspect has been taken into custody. "Reports that the suspect has been ‘neutralized’ are inaccurate," the Bureau said on X. Reports of shootings at other schools in the
  
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• 4 killed, 9 injured in Apalachee High School shooting: Georgia Bureau of Investigation

  04-09-2024 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – At least four people were killed in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said Wednesday.Another nine people were injured and taken to local hospitals, according to the Bureau. The ages or any other details about the victims were not released.A suspect has been taken into custody. "Reports that the suspect has been ‘neutralized’ are inaccurate," the Bureau said on X.Sheriff Jud Smith said law enforcement received
  
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• 4 killed, 9 injured in Apalachee High School shooting; 14-year-old suspect in custody

  04-09-2024 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Two students and two teachers were killed in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, authorities said Wednesday.Another nine people were injured and taken to local hospitals, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The ages or any other details about those injured were not released.The suspected shooter, a 14-year-old student at Apalachee High School, is alive and in custody, Bureau Director Chris Hosey said in an afternoon press conference. He has bee
  
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• Speakeasy to debut at the 2024 New Mexico State Fair

  04-09-2024 15:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new gathering and entertainment space will debut at the 2024 New Mexico State Fair. Event organizers have transformed part of the Manuel Lujan Jr. Exhibit Complex into a steampunk-themed speakeasy."We want to have something where people, it's not as exclusive as it sounds, but you're going to have to kind of work for it to get a word, the password to get into the area. But you're going to love it when you get here," said Dan Mourning, general man
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Muhammad Syed plea deal, Operation disruption, Mostly dry, New film studio, Montgomery ramp

  04-09-2024 15:04 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Top Stories
  DWI suspects keeping driver licenses due to officer ‘no shows’ABQ launches program for businesses affected by window vandalismBernCo to build urban agriculture project in the International DistrictUnexpected design coming to Alvarado Transit Center clock towerAlbuquerque teachers ask lawmakers for cooler classroomsAlbuquerque boy to be featured in National Down Syndrome Society videoMega Millions jackpot climbs to $740 million
  Wednesday's Five Facts[1] Muhamma
  
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• Fewer storms & more 90-degree temperatures around New Mexico

  04-09-2024 14:27 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Stable weather has overtaken the region with cool conditions this morning once again as the northwestern two-thirds of the region is predominantly dry, while lingering low-level moisture is accompanied with patchy fog in the southeast corner of New Mexico with light showers mostly to the east. While mostly clear skies, light winds, and plenty of dry air in the atmosphere has lead to another below-normal morning of temperatures, it's a tad less chilly, but temperatures h
  
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• Fewer storms & more 90-degree temperatures

  04-09-2024 14:27 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Stable weather has overtaken the region with cool conditions this morning once again as the northwestern two-thirds of the region is predominantly dry, while lingering low-level moisture is accompanied with patchy fog in the southeast corner of New Mexico with light showers mostly to the east. While mostly clear skies, light winds, and plenty of dry air in the atmosphere has lead to another below-normal morning of temperatures, it's a tad less chilly, but temperatures h
  
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• Albuquerque teachers ask lawmakers for cooler classrooms

  04-09-2024 07:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Teachers Federation is telling state lawmakers that it's too hot to learn. Tuesday night, the Albuquerque teachers union voted on a motion calling for statewide investments in solar powered HVAC upgrades. How do some New Mexico schools handle cell phones in the classroom?The president of the ATF said the push comes as many New Mexico schools have swamp coolers that are no longer up to the job. She said conditions are making it difficult
  
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• Rain chances return Thursday

  04-09-2024 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  Warmer and drier weather continues through Wednesday across New Mexico. A cold front will bring in higher chances for rain on Thursday.A warming trend has started today across New Mexico with temperatures climbing back closer to normal for this time of year this afternoon. However, this was after some in the northern mountains and Estancia Valley woke up to temperatures in the 30s! Clouds have been lingering today still in southeast New Mexico, while a few isolated showers and been developing ac
  
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• Ordinance could get Albuquerque's westside film studio project into motion

  04-09-2024 06:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque's film industry could be getting bigger with city council considering approving a project on the west side. “Mesa Studios, I think it's a great thing for the west side of Albuquerque and for the city as a whole to promote economic development and the future growth of our wonderful city,” said Albuquerque City Councilor Klarissa Peña.Story continues below
  Podcast: Albuquerque Mayor Talks Crime, Homelessness, EconomyTrending: Mis
  
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• Bernalillo County to build urban agriculture project in the International District

  04-09-2024 05:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Those living in Albuquerque's International District will soon have access to a community garden where they can get fresh locally-grown produce.Bernalillo County celebrated the start of a new project Tuesday night. Recently the county purchased a vacant lot on 317 Wyoming Blvd near Copper for urban agriculture. "Local food is important. Food is medicine. Our open spaces and parks are medicine for the community,” said Planning Manager for Parks and Recr
  
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• ABQ BioPark closes off Malayan tiger habitat to prep for breeding season

  04-09-2024 05:23 via krqe.com
  
  If you are wondering why the tiger exhibit at the ABQ BioPark is closed, you might want to give them some privacy.As people walk through the new Asia habitats, there may be path closures or barriers around the Malayan tiger habitat.Missouri woman finds possible Ansel Adams collection of New Mexico photographsMalayan tigers, Aya and Triton, are spending more time together which BioPark staff hope means the pair are preparing for a successful breeding season. The species is critically endangered w
  
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• Albuquerque boy to be featured in National Down Syndrome Society video

  04-09-2024 04:48 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque boy will be featured in the bright light of New York City's Time Square this weekend. Bodhi Candelaria was selected to be a part of the annual National Down Syndrome Society's video presentation. The one-hour video features 500 photographs of children, teens, and adults living with Down Syndrome from all 50 states and 14 countries. Unexpected design coming to Alvarado Transit Center clock towerThe presentation will be live-streamed on Facebook
  
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• Unexpected design coming to Alvarado Transit Center clock tower

  04-09-2024 03:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A focal point in downtown Albuquerque is about to turn into something unexpected, a clocktower with feathers and even bird sounds. A local artist behind the project hopes the project will bring the Alvarado Transit Center clock tower back to life. She believes it will help revive downtown and bring some new charm. “So, I thought this would be the time to bring it back to life,” said Evelyn Rosenberg, Albuquerque-based artist.Story continues below
  
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• DWI suspects keeping driver licenses due to officer 'no shows'

  04-09-2024 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An ongoing public corruption scandal has put extra scrutiny on how DWI cases are handled in the courts. One way cases can get dropped is when officers fail to show up to a criminal hearing. KRQE Investigates uncovered another way accused drunk drivers have been getting a free pass. It involves what officers were doing outside of the courthouse, and the problem is widespread. Accused DWI drivers back on New Mexico roads after officer no-showsWhen a drive
  
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• Drier, warmer weather continues through Wednesday

  04-09-2024 01:01 via krqe.com
  
  Warmer and drier weather continues through Wednesday across New Mexico. A cold front will bring in higher chances for rain on Thursday.
  A warming trend has started today across New Mexico with temperatures climbing back closer to normal for this time of year this afternoon. However, this was after some in the northern mountains and Estancia Valley woke up to temperatures in the 30s! Clouds have been lingering today still in southeast New Mexico, while a few isolated showers and been developing a
  
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• Albuquerque launches program for businesses affected by window vandalism

  04-09-2024 00:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city hopes it's a game changer to help businesses pay for costly problems at their front door. It's a new fund promising to cut thousands of dollars in costs tied to vandalized and broken windows. Story continues below
  Podcast: Albuquerque Mayor Talks Crime, Homelessness, EconomyTrending: Missouri woman finds possible Ansel Adams collection of New Mexico photographsNews: Registry, fines could await vacant Downtown building owners if bill goes throug
  
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• Students in New Mexico develop innovative Parkinson's treatment

  04-09-2024 00:57 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – While there is no cure for Parkinson's disease, advancements in treatment have provided patients with some relief from the symptoms. New Mexico Frontiers, students in northern New Mexico are tackling treatment inspired by research at Standford University.
  It's a big day for Española resident Eduardo Zambrano. He's at Northern New Mexico College, waiting for a potentially life-changing technology developed by the most unlikely of engineers.
  Eduardo was diagno
  
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• Costco memberships just got more expensive: What to know

  04-09-2024 00:23 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Hot dogs are still $1.50 at Costco, but a membership got a little more expensive on Sunday.For the first time since 2017, the warehouse membership club raised the annual fees of U.S. and Canada Gold Star and Business members by $5, to $65.Ready for an apocalypse? Costco selling emergency ‘Food Buckets’ to last 25 yearsA price hike also went into effect Sept. 1 for Executive members, who will now pay $130 instead of $120 each year. Executive members, who get a 2% ann
  
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• Seniors at NYC college surprised with free tuition on first day of classes

  04-09-2024 00:22 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (WPIX) – Students at The Cooper Union, a private college in Lower Manhattan, will not be paying any tuition for their senior year of classes, the school said Tuesday.The announcement came as a complete surprise to students enrolled at the New York City college. Outgoing President Laura Sparks delivered the news during a convocation ceremony, according to the school.The scholarships were made possible by a group of alumni who donated approximately $6 million combined — a
  
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• DJ Cassidy discusses his 'epic' DNC soundtrack

  04-09-2024 00:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — DJ Cassidy, the musical maestro behind the Democratic National Convention's unconventional roll call, told "The Hill on NewsNation" about the process of curating a 57-song playlist to represent America's states and territories.The traditional roll call turned into a boisterous dance party, with each delegation announcing their votes for presidential nominee Kamala Harris to a fitting song."I knew right away that I wanted this process to be collaborative. I did not want
  
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• Santa Fe Archdiocese sets up plaque dedicated to clergy sex abuse victims

  04-09-2024 00:20 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Archdiocese has set up a plaque dedicated to the victims of clergy sex abuse. The plaque, installed at the Pastoral Center at Saint Pius X High School in Albuquerque, reads in part, "The archdiocese acknowledges your pain and apologizes for our failure to listen, to intervene, and to protect." Muhammad Syed pleads no contest to two second degree murder chargesIt does not include any religious rite or ceremony as requested by the victims. Archbis
  
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• DirecTV offers $20 credit amid Disney dispute: How to claim yours

  04-09-2024 00:19 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — More than 11 million DirecTV subscribers suddenly lost access to Disney Entertainment channels over the weekend, disrupting their viewing of major sporting events on ESPN like college football and the U.S. Open tennis tournament.
  The major carrier and the entertainment company are in a dispute over a new carriage agreement. After failing to reach an agreement, Disney channels went dark on DirecTV on Sunday night. One of those channels, ESPN, was carrying the fourth round of the
  
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• 5 finalists for NMSU president to visit campus next week

  04-09-2024 00:15 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The five finalists to become New Mexico State University's (NMSU) new president will visit the Las Cruces campus starting Monday, Sept. 9.The visits will have public forums including sessions with each candidate to allow the campus community and public to hear from them and what they would bring to NMSU, according to a news release by NMSU.
  The following candidates will visit on their respective days with times of sessions:
  Monday, Sept. 9Arsenio Romero, former secr
  
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• 1 dead after shooting in southeast Albuquerque

  04-09-2024 00:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Editor's Note: Albuquerque police have given corrected information on this story, the shooting happened in southeast Albuquerque.
  The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in southeast Albuquerque. Officers responded to Walter St. NE near Gibson Blvd. and Broadway Blvd around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday.Officers found a man who died on scene. No suspects have been identified.
  
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• 1 dead after shooting in northeast Albuquerque

  04-09-2024 00:06 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in northeast Albuquerque. Officers responded to Walter St. NE near Mountain Rd. and Broadway Blvd around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday.Officers found a man who died on scene. No suspects have been identified.
  
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