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• LCPD offers free temporary storage for unhoused people

  09-10-2024 23:59 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD) is providing free temporary storage for unhoused people following the beginning enforcement of the Shopping Cart Ordinance on Oct. 16.Las Cruces adds new law to prevent theft of shopping carts
  The storage will be in a large shipping container, a Conex box, in the back lot of the LCPD station on Picacho Avenue where individuals can temporarily store their personal belongings instead of using a shopping cart, according to LCPD.A
  
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• State agency responds to lawsuit over court employees' time off

  09-10-2024 23:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A state agency has filed its response to a lawsuit over how court staff are awarded paid time off. The Administrative Office of the Courts sued the Department of Finance and Administration saying it is enforcing restrictions on when workers can use leave and not allowing it to roll over year after year. The courts said they should be able to make those decisions. Lawsuit filed over paid time off for New Mexico judicial employeesBut in its response filed this w
  
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• Do you live in one of the least-safe cities in US?

  09-10-2024 23:30 via krqe.com
  
  DENVER (KDVR) — While we're constantly reading or hearing about violence happening around the country in the news, most of us don't think it will happen close to home. There's no way to avoid all danger, but some cities can help residents feel more secure than others.A new study from WalletHub broke down exactly where the safest and least safe cities in America are located.Story continues below
  Trending: VIDEO: Carlsbad woman leads police to child’s remainsNews: New federal court pro
  
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• Santa Fe Police search for accused shooting suspect

  09-10-2024 23:08 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe Police are looking for a man they believe shot another man on Monday in the 2400 block of Calle Pacifica. Officers arrived at the area around 4 a.m. and found a man with a gunshot wound. The man was taken to the hospital for injuries and remains in critical condition, police said.Story continues below
  Trending: VIDEO: Carlsbad woman leads police to child’s remainsNews: New federal court program in NM supports inmates after incarcer
  
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• Jenna Fischer of 'The Office' reveals breast cancer diagnosis, recovery

  09-10-2024 22:48 via krqe.com
  
  ST. LOUIS (KTVI) — Jenna Fischer, the beloved St. Louis-raised actress well-known for her role as Pam on "The Office" television sitcom, shared a deeply personal health update on Tuesday."I never thought I’d be making an announcement like this but here we are," Fischer wrote in an emotional Instagram post explaining that she was diagnosed with Stage 1 triple-positive breast cancer last December.About 10% of breast cancer diagnoses are triple-positive, a subtype of HER2 positive, acco
  
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• Porsche catches fire in northeast Albuquerque

  09-10-2024 22:38 via krqe.com
  
  A high-end sports car appears to be a total loss after it caught fire in Albuquerque. Albuquerque Fire Rescue got word of the fire just after 8:30 a.m. on southbound Pan American Freeway at Alameda Blvd. Bernalillo County DA office on fight against fentanylWhen they arrived, they found flames burning from a Porsche. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is unknown.
  
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• WATCH: Dog found tied to pole along Florida interstate ahead of Hurricane Milton

  09-10-2024 22:28 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- As residents were continuing to evacuate Wednesday morning, Florida rescued one abandoned dog found alongside an interstate near Tampa.
  Heartbreaking video shows a Florida Highway Patrol Trooper pulled over along Interstate 75 where last-minute evacuations continued ahead of Hurricane Milton.
  The trooper appears to jump over a rain-drenched ditch and walk toward the scared white dog, who was tied up to a fence and up to its torso in water. Rain was already falling in the ar
  
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• Bernalillo County launches new service to help young adults facing behavioral health challenges

  09-10-2024 22:11 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Wednesday morning for Bernalillo County's new Young Adult Program at the CARE Campus.The program will help young adults aged 18 to 25 who are facing behavioral health challenges, including substance use disorders. The program will also provide individualized care through a range of services, including counseling, life skills training, and peer support, to guide clients toward stabilization and recovery.Story continues
  
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• Albuquerque Little Theater presents: "Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors."

  09-10-2024 21:28 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Little Theater presents its latest production, "Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors."The story follows someone who falls ill with a mysterious illness of the blood. One character and her fiancé enlist the help of a famed female vampire hunter. Their hunt for Count Dracula is full of antics and more.
  The production runs from October 11 - 27. Performances are Friday's, Saturday's and Sunday's with a Thursday show on October 24. The pe
  
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• Bernalillo County DA office on fight against fentanyl

  09-10-2024 21:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In a new report the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office says the percentage of criminal cases involving fentanyl in Bernalillo County increased from 52.5% in 2022 to 71.1% in 2023.
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  Trending: VIDEO: Carlsbad woman leads police to child’s remainsNews: New federal court program in NM supports inmates after incarceration, celebrates first graduationBalloon Fiesta: Airabelle: From a nursery rhyme to the big timeBalloon Fiesta:
  
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• Warm weekend with cooler temperatures coming next week

  09-10-2024 20:49 via krqe.com
  
  Temperatures stay warm across New Mexico through this weekend. However, cooler weather is on its way.
  This week is yet another week of summer like temperatures for New Mexico. The high pressure system to out southwest is continuing to strengthen as we move toward the weekend. This strengthening high pressure is allowing for the temperatures to continue to climb. On Friday, the high pressure will move itself directly over south central New Mexico. Bringing record breaking heat to some.
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• Trial postponed for man accused of killing Giovanni's pizza shop owner

  09-10-2024 20:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  The trial for Sylvan Alcachupas has been postponed until 2025. Alcachupas is accused of shooting and killing Giovanni's owner Rosario Zito in 2022. VIDEO: Carlsbad woman leads police to child’s remainsAlcachupas faces charges of first degree murder, armed robbery and aggravated assault, among others. Police say witnesses told investigators that Alcachupas attempted to rob employees shortly after the business was closed and got into a shootou
  
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• Landfall timeline: When will Hurricane Milton hit Florida?

  09-10-2024 19:38 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Hurricane Milton continues to push closer to the Florida coastline, and the impacts begin well before landfall.Starting Wednesday afternoon, rounds of downpours started to hit the Tampa Bay and Sarasota areas as the rain bands pass through. Tropical storm-force winds also started reach the coast. Some isolated tornadoes are possible in these rain bands, and at least one already touched down Wednesday morning.By evening, the center of Milton will be less than 100 miles from
  
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• Can Waffle House really help predict a storm's severity?

  09-10-2024 19:14 via krqe.com
  
  Golden hashbrowns, gravy-smothered biscuits and crispy waffles with a hearty helping of maple syrup are among the classic Southern comfort foods. But when hurricanes tear through Southeastern towns, the hot meals and bold yellow signs of the local Waffle House provide another kind of comfort.If a Waffle House stays open in town, even in a limited capacity, neighbors are reassured that the coming storm is unlikely to cause devastation. A closed location of the dependable diner
  
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• Tropical dictionary: Words to know as active hurricane season continues

  09-10-2024 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  Above: Hurricane Milton seen from the International Space Station(WGHP) – With Hurricane Milton in the Gulf of Mexico and several southeast cities cleaning up from Helene, meteorologists have been using several key weather terms that can be difficult for the average person to understand.  Wobble Tracker: Live updates on Hurricane Milton’s path — and where it may make landfallLet’s dive into some of the frequently used words and phrases that are on repeat during this
  
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• Wobble Tracker: Live updates on Hurricane Milton's path — and where it may make landfall

  09-10-2024 19:09 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Milton, which has fluctuated between a Category 4 and Category 5 hurricane on its approach to Florida's west coast, has the potential to cause catastrophic damage upon making landfall.But where it makes landfall, exactly, will likely make a vast difference in how much damage residents of coastal communities can expect.The Wobble Tracker — a tool used by Nexstar's WFLA to track “wobbles,” or small movements on the system’s path —
  
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• Will we see northern lights, power grid impacts amid 'severe' geomagnetic storm?

  09-10-2024 19:08 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — As of Wednesday morning, Earth is being hit by a strong solar radiation storm event that will be followed by a geomagnetic storm, space weather officials say.
  It's all thanks to an X1.8 solar flare spotted on the sun overnight. While weaker than the X9 flare detected last week, the flare and its companion coronal mass ejection (CME) could make quite an impact on Earth.Flares and CMEs aren't like meteoroids that can find their way to Earth. Instead, their impacts are largely fel
  
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• Plane crashes on California island, killing all 5 on board

  09-10-2024 19:05 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) — All five people on a small plane that went down on Catalina Island Tuesday night were killed in the crash, officials confirmed Wednesday.The Avalon Sheriff Station received an S.O.S. emergency notification from a cellphone that had been involved in a collision with possible injuries shortly after 8 p.m., the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department stated.
  The notification provided authorities with GPS coordinates, allowing deputies to respond to the location along with firefighter
  
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• PHOTOS: Weekend 1 of 2024 Austin City Limits Music Festival

  09-10-2024 19:04 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The 2024 Austin City Limits Music Festival kicked off Friday with performances from Chris Stapleton, Blink-182, Leon Bridges, Foster the People and other artists.Weekend One continued Saturday with performances from Dua Lipa, Pretty Lights, Reneé Rapp, Jungle and others. Frank Ocean steps away from second Coachella set after leg injury: reportsThe first weekend wrapped Sunday with Tyler, The Creator, Sturgill Simpson, Chappell Roan, Kehlani and many others.Here's a l
  
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• Kremlin confirms Trump sent COVID tests to Putin during pandemic

  09-10-2024 18:59 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - The Kremlin confirmed that former President Trump while in office sent Russian President Vladimir Putin COVID-19 testing devices during the height of the pandemic, as was reported in a new book by journalist Bob Woodward, Bloomberg reported. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday that the tests had been sent but he also denied the book’s claims that the two leaders had spoken by phone several times since Trump left office, Bloomberg reported. US President
  
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• LOOK: Tornado crosses Florida interstate as Hurricane Milton churns closer

  09-10-2024 18:58 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — As Florida's Gulf Coast braces for the impacts of Hurricane Milton Wednesday, the storm is causing severe weather across the state, even in Miami.The National Weather Service Miami shared photos of a tornado crossing Interstate 75 Wednesday as cars were still driving on the highway.
  "TORNADO crossing I-75 as we speak! Seek shelter NOW!" the agency wrote on social media.
  Credit: NWS MiamiCredit: NWS MiamiMiami and much of South Florida are not in the direct line of Hurr
  
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• Events celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day set for Santa Fe this weekend

  09-10-2024 18:19 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – There will be several events in Santa Fe this weekend in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday, Oct. 14. Santa Fe woman organizes free skateboard giveaways for Navajo kids in New Mexico, ArizonaOn Saturday and Sunday, there will be dancers on the plaza, and on Monday, there will be a powwow hosted by the Santa Fe Indigenous Center.ScheduleSaturday
  10 a.m. Danza Azteca de Anahuac (Taos Area)11 a.m. The Pueblo Enchantment Dancers (Acoma Pueblo)1 p.m. Te
  
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• PHOTOS: Flight of the Nations Mass Ascension lifts off on Day 5 of Balloon Fiesta

  09-10-2024 17:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Honoring all of the countries represented in the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Wednesday's Mass Ascension featured the Flight of the Nations event, during which balloons displayed their respective national colors and flags. At the 52nd fiesta, 16 countries were represented: Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Kenya, Mexico, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, and the Unit
  
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• NC National Guard helicopter crew grounded after 'rotor wash' incident blows away Helene aid

  09-10-2024 17:22 via krqe.com
  
  RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – The North Carolina National Guard says a Black Hawk helicopter crew was grounded after an incident in which they flew low over a Hurricane Helene donation and supply area, blowing over three tents and scattering items in the air.Video of the incident surfaced after the helicopter hovered over the supply area in Burnsville on Sunday. One person who recorded the video said that the incident "seemed deliberate." Pilot flying Helene rescue missions in NC ordered out, thr
  
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• Climate change boosted Helene's deadly rain and wind and the same is likely for Milton: Scientists

  09-10-2024 17:22 via krqe.com
  
  Human-caused climate change boosted a devastating Hurricane Helene 's rainfall by about 10% and intensified its winds by about 11%, scientists said in a new flash study released just as a strengthening Hurricane Milton threatens the Florida coast less than two weeks later.Story continues below
  Trending: VIDEO: Carlsbad woman leads police to child’s remainsNews: New federal court program in NM supports inmates after incarceration, celebrates first graduationBalloon Fiesta: Airabel
  
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• Helene spurs IV fluid shortage. Milton could make it worse

  09-10-2024 16:20 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Hospitals across the U.S. are feeling the impact of Hurricane Helene as experts warn of an imminent intravenous (IV) solution shortage due to the temporary shutdown of a facility in North Carolina.And Hurricane Milton’s approach could worsen the problem, with another key IV fluid manufacturing facility located along its potential path in Florida.Baxter International’s IV fluid manufacturing facility in Marion, North Carolina, supplied roughly 60 percent of the IV soluti
  
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• Plane makes emergency landing in New York City after pilot dies mid-flight

  09-10-2024 16:18 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A Turkish Airlines jetliner headed from Seattle to Istanbul made an emergency landing in New York on Wednesday after the pilot died on board, an airline spokesperson said.Pilot İlçehin Pehlivan, 59, lost consciousness at some point after Flight TK204 took off from Seattle Tuesday night, Turkish Airlines spokesperson Yahya Üstün said in a statement.Crew members decided to make an emergency landing and worked to revive the pilot, Üstün said, bu
  
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• Time to evacuate running out as Milton nears Florida

  09-10-2024 16:17 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Steady rain fell and winds began to gust in the Tampa Bay area Wednesday morning as a mighty Hurricane Milton churned toward a potentially catastrophic collision with the west coast of Florida, where some residents insisted they would stay even after millions were ordered to evacuate. Stragglers face grim odds of surviving, officials said. LIVE WOBBLE TRACKER: Hurricane Milton wobbles off path, could have huge impactsThe Tampa Bay region, home to more
  
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• Time to evacuate running out as Milton begins to lash Florida

  09-10-2024 16:17 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A mighty Hurricane Milton flung rain and gusty winds at the Tampa Bay area Wednesday on its steady and potentially catastrophic march toward the west coast of Florida, where officials sounded urgent warnings for residents to evacuate or face grim odds of survival. LIVE WOBBLE TRACKER: Hurricane Milton wobbles off path, could have huge impactsThe National Hurricane Center stressed that it was not certain exactly where Milton’s center would come ashore Wedn
  
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• LIVE NOW: Pres. Biden delivers remarks as Hurricane Milton closes in on Florida

  09-10-2024 16:17 via krqe.com
  
  Editor's Note: In the video player above, President Joe Biden is delivering remarks regarding Hurricane Milton.TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Hurricane Milton hurled rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds at the U.S. coast Wednesday on the storm's steady, potentially catastrophic march toward Florida, where officials issued a final plea to residents to evacuate or face grim odds of survival. LIVE WOBBLE TRACKER: Hurricane Milton wobbles off path, could have huge impactsIn its latest
  
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• LIVE NOW: FEMA updates Hurricane Milton plans

  09-10-2024 16:17 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A steady rain fell in the Tampa Bay area Wednesday morning as a mighty Hurricane Milton churned toward a potentially catastrophic collision with the west coast of Florida, where some residents insisted they would stay even after millions were ordered to evacuate. Stragglers face grim odds of surviving, officials said.LIVE WOBBLE TRACKER: Hurricane Milton wobbles off path, could have huge impacts
  The Tampa Bay region, home to more than 3.3 million peop
  
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• Hurricane Milton down to Category 3 but remains 'a grave threat'

  09-10-2024 16:17 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Hurricane Milton hurled rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds at the U.S. coast Wednesday on the storm's steady, potentially catastrophic march toward Florida, where officials issued a final plea to residents to evacuate or face grim odds of survival. LIVE WOBBLE TRACKER: Hurricane Milton wobbles off path, could have huge impactsIn its latest update at 4 p.m. ET, the National Hurricane Center said Milton had weakened from a Category 4 to a Category 3 s
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Infant remains, AI misinformation, Mostly dry and warm, Balloon Fiesta pins, Skateboard giveaway

  09-10-2024 15:05 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Top Stories
  Police investigating potential hazing incident involving Santa Fe High School football teamNew program in NM supports inmates after incarceration, celebrates first graduationUNM confirms it will play volleyball game against San Jose State next weekRC balloons greet passengers at the Sunport for Balloon FiestaA look at Balloon Fiesta through the decades: The 1990sThe Latest: Milton approaches Florida as a Category 4 hurricane
  Wednesday's Five Facts[1] VIDEO: Carlsbad woman
  
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• WATCH: Green flag is up at Balloon Fiesta day 5

  09-10-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The green flag has been raised for day five of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. According to the pilot briefing the "Albuquerque Box" should be in effect Wednesday morning. Poll: Who has the best burrito at the Balloon Fiesta?Day five features a morning glow, balloon launch and Fiesta de Los Globitos. Mostly light to calm winds are expected through Sunday morning. Temperatures each morning will stay in the mid and lower 50s before climbing
  
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• Green flag is up at day 5 of the 2024 Balloon Fiesta

  09-10-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The green flag has been raised for day five of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. According to the pilot briefing the "Albuquerque Box" should be in effect Wednesday morning. Poll: Who has the best burrito at the Balloon Fiesta?Day five features a morning glow, balloon launch and Fiesta de Los Globitos. Mostly light to calm winds are expected through Sunday morning. Temperatures each morning will stay in the mid and lower 50s before climbing
  
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• Airabelle: From a nursery rhyme to the big time

  09-10-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An icon of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta since 1989, the Creamland cow balloon – officially named "Airabelle" in 1995 – delights thousands of Fiesta-goers every year. Although the balloon has undergone several changes since its debut, the pilot has remained the same.Pilot Dale Ritchie has been the pilot since the very beginning. He helped conceive the balloon idea in 1989 in the Canadian city of Calgary, Alberta when his company Ae
  
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• A look at Balloon Fiesta through the decades: The 1990s

  09-10-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – This year is the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, several days that are known for their early mornings, delicious food, and, of course, beautiful balloons. But what was the fiesta like years ago? A look back at News 13’s video archives offers a peak into the Duke City’s balloon festival through the decades.In the 1990s, Balloon Fiesta celebrated a handful of anniversaries: the 35th Gordon Bennett Gas Balloon Race in 1991
  
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• 2024 Balloon Fiesta pilot briefing, day 5

  09-10-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Wednesday, October 9 is day five of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The pilots briefing is scheduled for 6 a.m. During the briefing, pilots and officials meet to discuss the weather and determine if it's safe for the balloons to go up.Poll: Who has the best burrito at the Balloon Fiesta?Officials will raise a green flag, yellow flag or red flag depending on conditions. KRQE News 13 will update with more information after Wednesday's pilot
  
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• Passing clouds, but mostly dry & warm weather

  09-10-2024 13:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Along with the slightly chillier air to start across the region, mostly clear skies with dry air remains for now despite drizzle in the Gila National Forest to the Northeast Highlands. Mostly light winds are still in place, as despite the slightly pesky easterly winds to start in Albuquerque, green flags will mostly likely be predominantly up at Balloon Fiesta for not only today, but for at least the next few days. Temperatures are ranging from the 20s to the low 60s ac
  
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• Passing clouds but mostly dry & warm

  09-10-2024 13:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Along with the slightly chillier air to start across the region, mostly clear skies with dry air remains for now despite drizzle in The Gila National Forest to The Northeast Highlands. Mostly light winds are still in place, as despite the slightly pesky easterly winds to start in Albuquerque, green flags will mostly likely be predominantly up at Balloon Fiesta for not only today, but for at least the next few days. Temperatures are ranging from the 20s to the low 60s ac
  
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• Diego Pavia's belief in himself has served him well

  09-10-2024 06:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – When Vanderbilt defeated then-number one Alabama last week, it probably exceeded the expectations of many. For quarterback Diego Pavia, the victory was expected. "Me being completely honest, we expected it," said Pavia. "Like one of our players said, a lot of people are going to be surprised of the outcome. He said that on Wednesday. It happened on Saturday, but its just self belief, belief within the team. You know, we got all the players we need to go
  
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• New federal court program in NM supports inmates after incarceration, celebrates first graduation

  09-10-2024 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a major milestone for a group of New Mexicans who never thought they'd get a second chance. "Congratulations to our graduates," said Chief United States District Judge for the District of New Mexico William Johnson to a full federal courtroom.
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  Crime: VIDEO: APD chases man after he flees from stolen, crashed SUVPodcast: Albuquerque Police Using Genealogy To Identify Murder VictimsBalloon Fiesta: Behind-the-scenes look at the Albuque
  
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• Another box effect likely for Day 5 of Balloon Fiesta

  09-10-2024 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  Unusually warm weather for early October continues across New Mexico through the weekend. Calm conditions should also continue for Balloon Fiesta.It was another picture-perfect morning for Day 4 of Balloon Fiesta with the Albuquerque Box even showing up. The weather has remained mostly quiet into this afternoon, with a few spotty showers trying to develop across the higher elevations and mountain ranges. However, with the very dry air in place, most if not all of this rain is evaporating before
  
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• UNM confirms it will play volleyball game against San Jose State next week

  09-10-2024 06:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Tuesday night, the University of New Mexico said it will play an upcoming volleyball game next week against San Jose State. The San Jose State women's volleyball team last week had its fourth game canceled by opponents for reasons that have not been specified.
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  Crime: VIDEO: APD chases man after he flees from stolen, crashed SUVPodcast: Albuquerque Police Using Genealogy To Identify Murder VictimsBalloon Fiesta: Behind-the-scenes
  
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• NM Secretary of State's Office holds campaign to combat A.I. election misinformation

  09-10-2024 06:10 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Tuesday marked a major day in the election season with in-person early voting starting and mail-in ballots being sent out. But with four weeks left until election day, the state's top election official wants to warn the public about misinformation that might be spread using artificial intelligence.“We don't need AI to put false information out there but we do need to all be vigilant for it,” Communications Director Alex Curtas, New Mexico Secretary
  
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• VIDEO: Carlsbad woman leads police to child's remains

  09-10-2024 06:09 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a shocking case out of southeast New Mexico. Last month, law enforcement was led to infant remains buried off Queens Highway in Eddy County. The mother of the baby confessed to accidentally smothering and then burying the child. No charges have been filed so KRQE News 13 is not naming anyone involved.Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: APD chases man after he flees from stolen, crashed SUVPodcast: Albuquerque Police Using Genealogy To Identify Murder
  
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• Police investigating potential hazing incident involving Santa Fe High School football team

  09-10-2024 04:39 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe police are investigating a possible hazing incident involving the student-athletes on the Santa Fe High School football team. Santa Fe Public Schools posted this statement to social media:
  Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) received a report on October 8, 2024, and worked collaboratively with the Santa Fe Police Department (SFPD) to investigate an alleged hazing incident involving student-athletes on the Santa Fe High School football team.We take this situ
  
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• Albuquerque man with long criminal history charged with burglary

  09-10-2024 03:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man with a long history of burglary, driving stolen cars, and other crimes was put back behind bars last week and the latest burglary victim said this time, he hopes he stays there. A criminal complaint stated that Marty Havens stole thousands of dollars worth of items from a northeast Albuquerque apartment last month.Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: APD chases man after he flees from stolen, crashed SUVPodcast: Albuquerque Police Using Genealogy T
  
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• Bernalillo County gets millions in funding for department improvements

  09-10-2024 02:20 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is getting millions in funding for much needed upgrades benefiting the sheriff's and fire departments. On Tuesday they announced the money would buy new technology and redesign the county's emergency services headquarters. Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: APD chases man after he flees from stolen, crashed SUVPodcast: Albuquerque Police Using Genealogy To Identify Murder VictimsBalloon Fiesta: Behind-the-scenes look at the Albuq
  
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• RC balloons greet passengers at the Sunport for Balloon Fiesta

  09-10-2024 02:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Tens of thousands of visitors are coming into Albuquerque to see hot air balloons ascend from Balloon Fiesta Park but hundreds of people heading through the Albuquerque International Sunport are getting a special chance to see a balloon inside the building. Story continues below
  Crime: VIDEO: APD chases man after he flees from stolen, crashed SUVPodcast: Albuquerque Police Using Genealogy To Identify Murder VictimsBalloon Fiesta: Behind-the-scenes
  
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