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• Child sex assault suspect arrested at DWI checkpoint in Santa Fe

  23-09-2024 23:43 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A DWI checkpoint in Santa Fe caught more than drunk drivers over the weekend. Santa Fe police officers set up on Camino Carlos Rey near Calle De Oriente Norte on Saturday. That's when they encountered 23-year-old Venezuelan native Dekker Oropeza-Alvarado with a child and a passenger in his vehicle.Man wanted for Tucumcari shooting; NMSP warns to call police if he’s spottedThey learned he had an active warrant for sexual assault of a child out of Dall
  
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• Albuquerque E-bike law now in effect

  23-09-2024 23:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A hotly debated law on E-bikes in Albuquerque's trails is in effect. The law allows all classes on E-bike on all paved trails and those designated by the Parks and Recreation Department.It also caps the speed limit to 20 miles an hour unless otherwise posted. The proposal garnered a lot of attention from both E-bike opponents and supporters, but the council eventually approved it earlier this summer. E-bike advocates speak out amid proposed regulation by Alb
  
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• Watches issued for parts of Southwest Florida ahead of tropical impacts

  23-09-2024 23:27 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The National Hurricane Center began issuing advisories for Potential Tropical Cyclone 9 on Monday.The system is expected to become a hurricane on Wednesday as it enters the Gulf of Mexico, according to the NHC's 11 p.m. update.A tropical storm watch and a storm surge watch have been issued for parts of Southwest Florida from Bonita Beach to Flamingo, according to the National Hurricane Center.
  The system is located about 100 miles southwest of Grand Cayman. It has sust
  
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• Possible major hurricane may hit Florida this week, NHC says

  23-09-2024 23:27 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The National Hurricane Center began issuing advisories for Potential Tropical Cyclone 9 on Monday.
  The system is expected to become a hurricane on Wednesday as it enters the Gulf of Mexico, according to the NHC's 5 p.m. update.The system is located about 105 miles southwest of Grand Cayman. It has sustained winds of 35 mph, according to the NHC.
  "Right now this is a disorganized area of showers and thunderstorms," Max Defender 8 Meteorologist Eric Stone said. "There is
  
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• Man convicted in murder of rapper PnB Rock at LA restaurant given 31 years to life in prison

  23-09-2024 23:24 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – Freddie Lee Trone, the man convicted in the murder of rap artist PnB Rock at a Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles restaurant in 2022, will likely spend the rest of his life in prison. Trone was found guilty on all charges last month in connection with the Sept. 12, 2022, shooting at the Roscoe’s on Manchester Avenue in South Los Angeles. The charges against Trone included felony murder, robbery and conspiracy. Story continues below
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• FBI says violent crime dropped last year

  23-09-2024 23:22 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - Violent crime dropped about 3% in 2023, according to the FBI's latest data. The national report finds murder down nearly 12% from the year before. "We saw the largest ever one-year decline in homicides all across the country," Stefanie Feldman said.  APD touts decrease in shoplifting cases in certain areasStefanie Feldman with the White House's National Gun Violence Prevention Office says the report is good news. It also showed a 9% drop in rapes and a 3% drop in
  
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• Poll: Where is the best place to get your favorite fall drink?

  23-09-2024 23:21 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – After the autumnal equinox on Sept. 22, the fall season has officially begun. With that first chill in the air often comes a craving for classic falltime flavors. KRQE asked viewers on social media where the best local spot for their favorite fall drink is.Many viewers prefer to make their favorite drinks themselves in their own kitchens, with one viewer specifying that they use "espresso beans in a French press." Other top answers include Little Bear Coffee and Cu
  
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• Tren de Aragua gang member arrested in El Paso

  23-09-2024 23:19 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A confirmed member of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua was arrested last week in El Paso, U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Chief Jason Owens announced on his X social media account.Owens says USBP agents in El Paso arrested a confirmed member of the Venezuelan gang last Wednesday, Sept. 18. No details were offered about the arrest.USBP agents have apprehended a total of 70 members of this gang nationwide, Owens said in his Tweet.No time frame was given on those arrests."
  
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• Donald Trump ahead in 3 battleground states: Polls

  23-09-2024 23:18 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Former President Donald Trump is ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris in Georgia, North Carolina and Arizona, according to the latest New York Times / Siena College polls.The polling has Trump up by two points in North Carolina, four points in Georgia and five points in Arizona.President Joe Biden prevailed over Trump in Arizona and Georgia during the 2020 election, while Trump has won North Carolina both times he has run for president. It has not voted for a Democratic Par
  
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• Report: Taxpayer dollars meant for New Mexico hospitals goes unspent

  23-09-2024 23:13 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A lot of the money the state put aside for hospitals in New Mexico is going unspent—hundreds of millions of dollars worth. State lawmakers heard a report about how public tax dollars are being used to fund hospitals Monday morning, and the data revealed information that shocked lawmakers.Story continues below
  Community: New Mexico friends celebrate 60 years of friendship at high school reunionCrime: Multiple hospitalized after five-vehicle crash in Albuquerqu
  
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• Report: Hundreds of millions in taxpayer dollars meant for New Mexico hospitals goes unspent

  23-09-2024 23:13 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A lot of the money the state put aside for hospitals in New Mexico is going unspent—hundreds of millions of dollars worth. State lawmakers heard a report about how public tax dollars are being used to fund hospitals Monday morning, and the data revealed information that shocked lawmakers.Story continues below
  Community: New Mexico friends celebrate 60 years of friendship at high school reunionCrime: Multiple hospitalized after five-vehicle crash in Albuquerqu
  
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• Ryan Routh will remain in custody for Trump assassination attempt

  23-09-2024 23:03 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - The man who investigators say tried to assassinate former president Donald Trump last weekend will stay in custody while awaiting trial.In a hand-written note, a man who Secret Service agents spotted pointing a rifle at former president Donald Trump's golf course admits, "This was an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, but I failed you."The letter even offered up a reward for someone to "finish the job."It's part of new evidence the Department of Justice released in its
  
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• Plaque dedicated to clergy sex abuse victims on display in Albuquerque

  23-09-2024 22:49 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Archdiocese of Santa Fe has dedicated a plaque in remembrance of those who have suffered clergy sex abuse. The newly installed plaque is near the entrance of the Pastoral Center on the campus of St. Pius X High School. The plaque serves as acknowledgment and remembrance of the victims, both living and dead, within the archdiocese. Trial vacated for Solomon Peña, accused of organizing shootings at politicians homes"This is a constant daily symbol,
  
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• Albuquerque middle school students resume class after smoke scare

  23-09-2024 21:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Monday, an Albuquerque middle school was evacuated. Staff members had reported seeing smoke.Fire crews said the fire alarm was pulled just after 9 a.m. When crews arrived, they saw a light haze near an HVAC unit that was under maintenance. Bernalillo County announces 16 neighborhood associations awarded with grantsAfter 40 minutes of trying to source the smoke, authorities said it stopped. No students or fire crew members were injured. The cause of the sm
  
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• New Mexico scientists research how nuclear blasts can protect Earth from asteroids

  23-09-2024 21:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Could nuclear explosions help protect Earth from destructive asteroids? That is what physicist Nathan Moore and a team of scientists are researching at the Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque."To most people, the danger from asteroids seems remote,” Moore said in a news release. “But our planet is hit by BB-sized asteroids every day. We call them shooting stars. We don’t want to wait for a large asteroid to show up and then scr
  
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• What concerts are coming to New Mexico in 2025?

  23-09-2024 21:22 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Concert dates are being announced for 2025 in New Mexico, so here's a listing of ticket and show info for everything coming to the Land of Enchantment. This post will be updated as shows are announced or canceled.Buffalo Thunder Resort
  January 10 - The Temptations
  El Rey TheaterShows TBAInn of the Mountain GodsShows TBAIsleta Amphitheater
  April 27 - Primus, Puscifer, A Perfect Circle
  Isleta Resort & CasinoShows TBAKiMo Theatre
  January 30 - Mania: The ABBA Tribu
  
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• 'Lit up like huge jack-o'-lanterns,' a look at Balloon Fiesta's first glow

  23-09-2024 21:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In 1987, hundreds of hot air balloon pilots and excited community members gathered together to break new ground at the launch of Balloon Fiesta's inaugural Balloon Glow. Channel 13 was on-site to cover the event; here is a look back to that day from KRQE's video archives.The Launch of a Lifetime: How Balloon Fiesta Got Its StartWith nighttime ballooning restricted by flight regulations, seeing a hot air balloon in the dark was a rare, if not novel, occurrenc
  
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• At-home flu vaccine authorized by FDA

  23-09-2024 21:15 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — The Food and Drug Administration has approved an at-home flu vaccine that can be acquired from online pharmacies.FluMist, a nasal spray vaccine produced by AstraZeneca, is approved for and can be self-administered to 2-year-olds up to 49-year-olds.Story continues below
  Community: New Mexico friends celebrate 60 years of friendship at high school reunionCrime: Multiple hospitalized after five-vehicle crash in AlbuquerqueDon't Miss: First violin played in space made at shop in
  
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• FEMA center in Ruidoso changes hours

  23-09-2024 21:00 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Hours have changed at a New Mexico recovery center. Authorities announced the new schedule on Monday.The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is located at Horton Complex, 237 Service Road, in Ruidoso, New Mexico.The location will be open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Saturday, it'll be open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The center is closed on Sundays. SNAP benefits, eligibility requirements expanding in New MexicoTo apply for FEMA assistance, you need to b
  
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• MDC officer accused of raping an inmate released from custody while waiting on trial

  23-09-2024 20:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Chevonne Culbreath will not be held behind bars while awaiting trial. Culbreath, an officer at Metropolitan Detention Center, is accused of raping an inmate and attempting to bring contraband into MDC.New Mexico man accused of stabbing victim multiple times at UNM housing complexCulbreath was arrested after an inmate told police that she sexually assaulted him last month. Culbreath admitted to having sex with the inmate and picking up a package for him
  
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• Dry week ahead for New Mexico

  23-09-2024 20:33 via krqe.com
  
  It will be a dry day across New Mexico. High temperatures will climb throughout the week.
  Fall officially began yesterday morning. The high and low temperatures across the state reflected the change in seasons. However, today temperatures will once again begin to rise. Reaching their peak by the end of the week.
  Temperatures could feel like summer again by the end ofthe week. This is due to a couple of things. First, we saw a drop in temperatures across the state yesterday due to a cold front th
  
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• Trial vacated for Solomon Peña, accused of organizing shootings at politicians homes

  23-09-2024 20:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The trial for Solomon Peña has been vacated and will be rescheduled after it was originally set to begin Monday. Peña, a former New Mexico House of Representatives candidate, is accused of orchestrating shootings at the homes of four Bernalillo County Democrats who he believed were responsible for his loss. SNAP benefits, eligibility requirements expanding in New MexicoPeña ran as a Republican for the New Mexico House of Representatives
  
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• Bernalillo County announces 16 neighborhood associations awarded with grants

  23-09-2024 19:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Planning and Development Services announced $50,000 in grant funds will be distributed to 16 different recognized neighborhood associations for the 2025 fiscal year.
  "The county congratulates the awardees and looks forward to seeing their proposed projects come to life in the coming months," Planning and Development Services Director Nick Hamm said in a release. The funds will be used to support community initiatives that enhance safet
  
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• 23andMe agrees to $30M settlement over 2023 data breach: How much could users get?

  23-09-2024 19:12 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – 23andMe has proposed a $30 million settlement over a class-action lawsuit filed in response to a 2023 data breach.23andMe, a genetic testing and biotech company, first announced in Oct. 2023 that the site had been the victim of a “credential stuffing attack,” during which hackers were able to use login credentials — allegedly obtained via a previous hack of an unrelated website — to access its customers’ accounts.In the months that followed, 23andM
  
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• New Mexico Community Capital celebrating 20-year anniversary and expansion

  23-09-2024 18:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The nonprofit, New Mexico Community Capital (NMCC) is about to celebrate is celebrating its 20th anniversary in October and will be showcasing indigenous artisans and other entrepreneurs as park of the First Friday ABQ Art Walk.Indigenous group heads to DC to fight for radiation compensationNMCC has a mission of helping indigenous-owned businesses with mentorship, financial literacy, technical assistance and more to support a more equitable future to in
  
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• Student scratched racial slur into another student's body, Gettysburg College administrators say

  23-09-2024 18:26 via krqe.com
  
  GETTYSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Administrators at Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania announced that a student who was accused of scratching a racial slur into another student's body is no longer enrolled at the liberal arts school.News of the incident came to light week, after the college confirmed that a slur had been scratched into the student's body at an "informal social gathering at an on-campus residence," Gettysburg College President Bob Iuliano said.Two students had been removed from the
  
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• SNAP benefits, eligibility requirements expanding in New Mexico

  23-09-2024 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) –  Many New Mexicans who qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will see their benefits increase come October 1, 2024. On Monday, the state also announced other changes to the program, including extended certification periods and expanded eligibility. SNAP recipients age 60 or older, as well as those with disabilities, will see an increase in their state supplement, raising the minimum benefit from $32 to $100 per month. The state's Healt
  
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• Officials wanted Ohio train derailment to 'go away,' expert tells NewsNation

  23-09-2024 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — A preeminent expert on chemical exposure hired to review the derailment in East Palestine, Ohio told NewsNation in an exclusive interview that the parties involved now want the situation to go away.Days after officials in East Palestine, Ohio, burned five tankers and sent 116,000 gallons of toxic vinyl chloride over the city, the law firm Simmons Conroy hired Stephen Petty to conduct testing.Petty says the parties involved now want the situation to go away. His affidavit fil
  
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• Why there are two 'Monday Night Football' games today, and how to catch them

  23-09-2024 18:18 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- What's better than one Monday Night Football game? Two Monday Night Football games - at least that's what the NFL thinks.
  Unlike the first two weeks, the third week of the NFL season will conclude with the first Monday night doubleheader of the season. It will start with the Jacksonville Jaguars taking on the Buffalo Bills, then the Washington Commanders will face off against the Cincinnati Bengals.Why do football fans get to enjoy two games on a night traditionally reserved for a s
  
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• Patrick Mahomes sets record for wins by a QB through 1st 100 starts

  23-09-2024 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Patrick Mahomes has something else to add to his record book after the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night.
  Mahomes now has won the most games of any quarterback through their 1st 100 starts with 77 wins in 99 starts, surpassing Tom Brady and Roger Staubach.UNM Football loses Homecoming Game to Fresno StateAnd more importantly, the Chiefs were able to hang on down the stretch and move to 3-0 after 22-17 win thanks to a big defensive stand after th
  
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• 1 dead after planes collide mid-air in California

  23-09-2024 18:07 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) - The Los Angeles County Fire Department is investigating after two small planes collided mid-air in Lancaster, California, on Sunday afternoon. A call regarding two downed planes came in at 12:53 p.m., an L.A. County Fire Department spokesperson told Nexstar's KTLA. County fire officials later confirmed that the planes did collide mid-air. One pilot was killed while the other reported no injuries.One of the planes crash-landed, fire officials said, and the California Highway Pa
  
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• These are the 5 'worst' cities for women, new study says

  23-09-2024 18:04 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — What makes a city "good" or "bad" for women? There are several factors to consider when moving to any new city but for women, there's even more to consider.
  Recently, WalletHub compared 182 U.S. cities across 15 metrics to find the "best" and "worst" cities for women. Cities received scores out of 100 based on metrics like median earnings for women, unemployment rates, abortion policies and access, and prevalence of rape victimization among women, among others.Unfortunately, Ja
  
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• The radioactive issue: Meet the 2 Native American women fighting to save nuclear exposure benefits

  23-09-2024 16:41 via krqe.com
  
  The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), the quarter-century old law that compensates Americans sickened by U.S. nuclear testing, expired this summer, but two Native American women are keeping up the fight, even if they have to fund the effort themselves.Loretta Anderson of the Pueblo of Laguna and Maggie Billiman of the Sawmill Chapter of the Navajo Nation have raised funds to travel back to Washington from the Southwest on Tuesday and lobby Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to bring a reauth
  
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• Inside a DEA drug vault that stores seized fentanyl pills

  23-09-2024 16:23 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) plays an essential role in the fight against fentanyl. When agents seize drugs, the evidence gets sent to a DEA lab for testing.  The agency reports more than 70% of illicit drugs seized are laced with fentanyl. All drugs seized by federal agencies from five states are sent to a DEA lab in Dallas, Texas, to be tested.“Our vault processes it and stores it until it's time for our forensic chemist to analyze it. And our forensic
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Solomon Peña trial, Heading to DC, Mild weather, Santa Fe plastic ban, Taos recycling program

  23-09-2024 15:03 via krqe.com
  
  Monday's Top Stories
  Family celebrates legacy of local architect and historic landmarkMan accused of stabbing victim multiple times at UNM housing complexMultiple hospitalized after five-vehicle crash in AlbuquerqueOne dead after Santa Fe officer-involved shooting, NMSP reportsBernalillo County deputy remembered through one of his passions24th Walk n’ Wheel shines light on fighting ALSFall has arrived: Here’s what to know about the autumnal equinoxLebanon sees deadliest day in nearly
  
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• Family celebrates legacy of local architect and historic landmark in downtown Albuquerque

  23-09-2024 14:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The Skinner Building in downtown Albuquerque has a long history, and a unique style compared to other buildings in the city. It was designed by one of a the few architects in the state back in the 1931- and still stands today. Saturday, relatives of the architect, Albert Boehning, celebrated the significance of the building, and the man who designed it."My grandfather, Albert Boehning, was one of the first four architects in New Mexico," said Jan Wood, Boehni
  
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• Spirit Stick 2024 – Week 6

  23-09-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Four schools go head-to-head in this fierce match to determine who has the most SPIRIT. The winning school will be featured on New Mexico Friday Night Football with their fully decked-out New Mexico Ford Dealers Spirit Stick. Spread the word – whoever gets the most votes receives the Spirit Stick! You have a chance to vote hourly each week, beginning Mondays at 6 a.m. through Friday at Noon to crown that week’s winner.You can vo
  
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• Mostly dry weather & warming temperatures around New Mexico

  23-09-2024 13:52 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Fall-like dry weather is dominating most of the region as despite the chilly start, it will be a warmer afternoon. It's rain-free with very clear skies, calm winds, and relatively drier air, allowing for the higher elevations to start of below freezing, while everywhere else is ranging from the 30s to the low 60s.Forecast Continues Below
  Investigation: Suspected ‘mastermind’ behind shootings at politicians’ homes heads to trialDon't Miss: First violin
  
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• Taos County restarts recycling program with hopes of reducing landfill waste

  23-09-2024 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  TAOS COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – After a three-year pause, Taos County has relaunched its recycling program. It'll offer northern New Mexico residents a local option for recycling while eliminating the need to travel to recycle.Edward Martinez, the county’s Solid Waste Director, spoke on the importance of the program’s return.
  "It's a big deal because so much waste going to the landfill, a lot of plastics, and a lot of aluminum, and cardboard, and a lot of stuff that could
  
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• East Mountain locals celebrate those who keep them safe

  23-09-2024 06:01 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) -- The East Mountain community gathered for a day of entertainment, family, and a whole lot of thanks to the first responders who make their community safe.The celebration centered around the themes of fire safety awareness and first responder appreciation, but it also offered attendees the chance to enjoy some music, a car show, and educational demonstrations. New Mexico friends celebrate 60 years of friendship at high school reunionVendors were available for
  
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• Multiple hospitalized after five-vehicle crash in Albuquerque

  23-09-2024 05:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) reported a multiple-injury crash on Sunday evening. They said they were dispatched to Lomas and 2nd Street around 7:29 p.m.AFR said 9 units were dispatched to the scene, and one patient had to be extricated. Five vehicles were involved with a total of six patients. Bernalillo County deputy remembered through one of his passionsOne person was taken by AFR to the hospital, and Albuquerque Ambulance took two other patients to t
  
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• Man wanted for Tucumcari shooting; NMSP warns to call police if he's spotted

  23-09-2024 04:07 via krqe.com
  
  QUAY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Quay County Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help in locating a man wanted for attempted murder.According to Crime Stoppers, Alex Joe Patrick Gutierrez is wanted out of Tucumcari and is facing several charges. New Mexico State Police said Gutierrez and another man knocked on a door Friday afternoon and held the resident at gunpoint, demanding a backpack.Gutierrez is then accused of shooting the resident twice in the stomach. NMSP said he and the other
  
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• Fall has arrived: Here's what to know about the autumnal equinox

  23-09-2024 03:55 via krqe.com
  
  SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) -- The autumnal equinox is considered the first day of fall, but it'sso much more than that.
  The word equinox comes from two Latin words: "aequus," meaning equal, and "nox," meaning night, the National Weather Service explains on its website.
  According to Britannica, the fall equinox is one of two moments in the year when the sun is exactly above the equator. The celestial event happens annually around Sept. 22 or Sept. 23 in the Northern Hemisphere and on March 19 or
  
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• What are 'smart vapes,' and how are they targeting kids?

  23-09-2024 03:50 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — High-tech e-cigarettes featuring built-in games, internet connectivity and fun, fruity flavors are a recipe for disaster among America's youth, experts warn.These so-called "smart vapes" are often illegally made and distributed to minors. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned flavored vaping products, but that hasn't stopped the brightly-colored, "youth-appealing" products from making it into the United States.
  "In an attempt to evade duties and detection, many o
  
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• Boy abducted from California at age 6 found alive more than 70 years later

  23-09-2024 03:32 via krqe.com
  
  OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Luis Armando Albino was 6 years old in 1951 when he was abducted while playing at an Oakland, California park. Now, more than seven decades later, Albino has been found thanks to help from an online ancestry test, old photos and newspaper clippings.The Bay Area News Group reported Friday that Albino’s niece in Oakland — with assistance from police, the FBI and the Justice Department — located her uncle living on the East Coast.Albino, a father
  
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• Bernalillo County deputy remembered through one of his passions

  23-09-2024 01:59 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) -- One of the first responders in the BCSO helicopter crash two years ago that claimed four lives was honored with one of his favorite things: cars.Deputy Michael Levison was helping fight wildfires in July of 2022 when the Metro 2 helicopter crashed outside of Las Vegas, New Mexico.On Sunday, the community came together for a car show, showing off what his loved ones called his "garage beauties." They said the event was a great way to get support from those w
  
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• Indigenous group heads to DC to fight for radiation compensation

  23-09-2024 01:55 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Demanding legislators hear their cry, a group of Indigenous people from the Southwest, with generations of illnesses from radiation exposure, are headed to DC.More than fifty members of the Navajo Nation, Laguna Pueblo, and Hopi Tribe set out to Washington DC on a roughly 30-hour bus ride.They're demanding legislators move on a bill that would compensate victims of radiation exposure, also known as "RECA."It's been a fourteen-year fight for Tina Cordova of the Tula
  
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• Dry and mild to start the workweek

  23-09-2024 01:51 via krqe.com
  
  Fall officially began at 6:43 AM Mountain Time this morning, and it definitely felt more like fall across the region today. High temperatures this afternoon were even cooler than normal for this time of year. The cooler conditions will stick around to start the workweek. Temperatures will climb back to near or slightly above average as we head into the second half of the week with mostly dry conditions expected.
  
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• New Mexico man accused of stabbing victim multiple times at UNM housing complex

  23-09-2024 01:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A Santa Fe man is facing charges after police claimed he stabbed someone at a UNM student housing complex overnight.According to the criminal complaint, the victim told police he ran into a woman by accident and her boyfriend got upset. Albuquerque mother charged after boy found wandering in trafficPolice said the two got in a fight, which ended with the victim being stabbed in the back 10 times. Police reported the suspect was identified as 19-year-old Pedr
  
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• 24th Walk n' Wheel shines light on fighting ALS, collects funds to help those affected

  23-09-2024 01:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Lou Gehrig's disease is a life-changing diagnosis, and on Sunday, patients and families came together for support and to also raise money for research.ALS New Mexico held its 24th annual Walk to End Alzheimer's at UNM's Track and Soccer Complex near University and Avenida Caesar Chavez.The event was started in 2000 by a group of caregivers in the state wanting to create a community for those affected by the disease. Even though it's still considered a rare d
  
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