• New Mexico receives nearly $25M to replace lead pipes in water systems

    New Mexico receives nearly $25M to replace lead pipes in water systems
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The state has received nearly $25 million to help water systems replace lead pipes. It's part of a new EPA rule announced earlier this week that requires utilities to remove lead service lines which are known to cause adverse health effects.APS looking into calendar year options including pushing start of school year backCommunity water systems throughout New Mexico have until October 16 to provide an inventory of lead pipes to the state Environment Department. The
  • ‘Gators, stingrays, snakes’: Floridians urged to avoid floodwaters

    ‘Gators, stingrays, snakes’: Floridians urged to avoid floodwaters
    TAMPA, Fla. (NewsNation) — Florida officials are warning the public to avoid floodwaters caused by Hurricane Milton, saying a myriad of dangers are lurking in murky water.Frank Robb, an alligator expert and founder of the nonprofit group Environmental Education Awareness Research Support and Services (EEARSS), told NewsNation the dangers you face largely depend on where you live.“If you're coastal, you have to worry about everything from stingrays to alligators, you know. If you're i
  • Prosecutors reviewing 'new evidence' in Marilyn Manson sexual abuse probe

    Prosecutors reviewing 'new evidence' in Marilyn Manson sexual abuse probe
    (KTLA) – The sex crimes division of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is reviewing new leads and evidence in the investigation into shock-rocker Marilyn Manson, who has been accused by multiple women, including “Westworld” actor Evan Rachel Wood, of sexual abuse, officials announced Wednesday.  The musician and artist, whose real name is Brian Warner, has vehemently denied the allegations, though he has settled at least two related lawsuits.   12
  • Rare comet visible in the night sky won't return for 80,000 years

    Rare comet visible in the night sky won't return for 80,000 years
    (KTXL) -- Look up into the sky this month and you might see a rare comet that won't return for tens of thousands of years.Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, also known as C/2023 A3 to scientists and pronounced Choo-cheen-shahn, is expected to be visible to the naked eye across the Northern Hemisphere for several weeks in October, with the best opportunity between Oct. 12 and 26, according to NASA.The comet has already been photographed around the world, including in the sky above the Golden Gate Bridge in
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  • Man found guilty of murdering wife in Albuquerque

    Man found guilty of murdering wife in Albuquerque
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A jury has convicted a man for murdering his wife more than three years ago. In May 2021, Lee Cuellar strangled Rosalejandra Cisneros to death at their home near 98th Street and Dennis Chavez.Albuquerque Police arrest suspected sexual predator wanted in WyomingCourt documents state cuellar claimed she was a demon but prosecutors said Cuellar felt threatened by his wife's modeling career. Cuellar faces a life sentence.
  • Former state Rep. Dona Irwin passes away

    Former state Rep. Dona Irwin passes away
    DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – State lawmakers are mourning the loss of another former lawmaker this week. The state House Democratic leadership announced on Thursday the passing of former Representative Dona Irwin of Deming.Lawmakers express sympathies after death of former New Mexico Senator John Arthur SmithIrwin represented parts of Grant, Hidalgo, and Luna counties in District 32 for 18 years. She was known for her work ethic and service to her constituents' needs.Governor Michelle Lujan
  • Albuquerque Police arrest suspected sexual predator wanted in Wyoming

    Albuquerque Police arrest suspected sexual predator wanted in Wyoming
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  A suspected sexual predator wanted on charges in Wyoming was arrested in Albuquerque Thursday morning, according to Albuquerque Police.APD detectives received an alert from law enforcement in Wyoming that Jacob Anthony Wilbur was in Albuquerque. He was arrested during a traffic stop on 39 felony charges in Wyoming, APD said.Story continues below
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  • Roswell officer shoots fleeing armed suspect, police say; deputy involved in crash responding to scene

    Roswell officer shoots fleeing armed suspect, police say; deputy involved in crash responding to scene
    ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – A Roswell Police officer shot a suspect who was fleeing and had a warrant for his arrest, police announced Thursday afternoon.The shooting took place around 11:40 a.m. on Relief Route just west of South Main Street. Police said the incident began as a traffic stop near South Sunset Avenue and West Brasher Road.78-year-old Clovis woman shot in the chest while answering front door, police sayThe male suspect fled in the vehicle he was in. The suspect was late
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  • Roswell officer shoots fleeing armed suspect, police say

    Roswell officer shoots fleeing armed suspect, police say
    ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – A Roswell Police officer shot a suspect who was fleeing and had a warrant for his arrest, police announced Thursday afternoon.The shooting took place around 11:40 a.m. on Relief Route just west of South Main Street. Police said the incident began as a traffic stop near South Sunset Avenue and West Brasher Road.78-year-old Clovis woman shot in the chest while answering front door, police sayThe male suspect fled in the vehicle he was in. The suspect was late
  • Roswell officer shoots and kills fleeing armed suspect, police say; deputy involved in crash responding to scene

    Roswell officer shoots and kills fleeing armed suspect, police say; deputy involved in crash responding to scene
    ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – A Roswell Police officer shot a suspect who was fleeing and had a warrant for his arrest, police announced Thursday afternoon.
    The shooting took place around 11:40 a.m. on Relief Route just west of South Main Street. Police said the incident began as a traffic stop near South Sunset Avenue and West Brasher Road.78-year-old Clovis woman shot in the chest while answering front door, police sayThe male suspect fled in the vehicle he was in. The suspect was lat
  • The Adobe Theater presents its twist on "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

    The Adobe Theater presents its twist on "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Adobe Theater is putting a spin on a classic in its latest production, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde."Story continues below
    Archive Video: ‘Lit up like huge jack-o’-lanterns,’ a look at Balloon Fiesta’s first glow in 1987Education: APS looking into calendar year options including pushing start of school year backBalloon Fiesta: APD beefs up patrols to stay ahead of thieves during Balloon FiestaNews: Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Of
  • Dates announced for 2025 National Championship Air Races in Roswell

    Dates announced for 2025 National Championship Air Races in Roswell
    ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Dates for the 2025 National Championship Air Races in Roswell were announced Thursday.The races will be held Wednesday, Sept. 10 through Sunday, Sept. 14 in the event’s new home. "We are incredibly excited as an organization for this monumental step in air racing history as we begin to execute our plan for the 2025 National Championship Air Races,” Tony Logoteta, president and chief operating officer of the Reno Air Racing Association, said in a news
  • Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office warns of scam callers posing as sheriff's officials

    Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office warns of scam callers posing as sheriff's officials
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a recent string of scam calls involving scammers posing as BCSO officials.Story continues below
    Archive Video: ‘Lit up like huge jack-o’-lanterns,’ a look at Balloon Fiesta’s first glow in 1987Education: APS looking into calendar year options including pushing start of school year backBalloon Fiesta: APD beefs up patrols to stay ahead of thieves during Balloon FiestaNew
  • New Mexico group presents recommendations to resolve criminal justice issues

    New Mexico group presents recommendations to resolve criminal justice issues
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Justice Reinvestment Working Group went before lawmakers this week and outlined problems withing the criminal justice system that they say the state needs to focus on in the next legislative session. Presenters pointed out two major issues, addiction and mental health.
    Story continues below
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  • Warm weather continues through the weekend

    Warm weather continues through the weekend
    Warm temperatures continue across New Mexico. Evaporating showers are expected in the Gila and Sacramento mountains this afternoon.
    The high pressure system over the bootheel of New Mexico continues to strengthen and nudge towards south central New Mexico. This high pressure is allowing for temperatures to continue to climb across the state. Parts of New Mexico will be experiencing record and near-record high temperatures tomorrow and on Saturday.
    Over the weekend the high pressure will move its
  • Los Alamos Police investigating death of 15-year-old

    Los Alamos Police investigating death of 15-year-old
    LOS ALAMOS COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Los Alamos Police Department is investigating the death of a 15-year-old in White Rock on October 9. Police have launched an unattended death investigation in the case. 78-year-old Clovis woman shot in the chest while answering front door, police sayOfficials say police responded around 1:30 p.m. October 9, to reports of an unconscious 15-year-old in White Rock. The initial responding officer performed CPR until the Los Alamos Fire Department arriv
  • Albuquerque man accused of holding another man at gunpoint, assaulting him

    Albuquerque man accused of holding another man at gunpoint, assaulting  him
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man is in custody, accused of forcing his way into an apartment and assaulting another man inside.Story continues below
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  • Former APS bus attendant accused of child abuse will not be held through trial

    Former APS bus attendant accused of child abuse will not be held through trial
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A former Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) bus attendant will not be held behind bars through trial for child abuse charges involving a special needs student.Story continues below
    Archive Video: ‘Lit up like huge jack-o’-lanterns,’ a look at Balloon Fiesta’s first glow in 1987Education: APS looking into calendar year options including pushing start of school year backBalloon Fiesta: APD beefs up patrols to stay ahead of thiev
  • Winds keep special shapes static on Day 6 of Balloon Fiesta

    Winds keep special shapes static on Day 6 of Balloon Fiesta
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Day 6 of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is also the first of two Special Shapes Rodeos planned for this year's session. However, due to the winds, a lot of the bigger shapes stayed on the ground with static displays, entertaining the crowds on the field."[The winds are] a little too fast for shapes. They need a little more room to land. The taller shapes really don't fly as well as the round shapes," said Debbie Young, pilot of the Elvis balloo
  • Fisher-Price recalls over 2 million infant swings after 5 deaths reported

    Fisher-Price recalls over 2 million infant swings after 5 deaths reported
    (WHTM) – A recall has been issued for more than 2 million Fisher-Price infant swings after five deaths were reported.According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), all models of the Fisher-Price Suga Swings are being recalled due to the possibility of suffocation.The CPSC said five deaths involving infants 1 to 3 months old were reported between 2012 and 2022. The swings were being used for sleep, and in most of the instances, "the infants were unrestrained and bedding materia
  • Bernalillo County GO Bond would provide funding to public libraries

    Bernalillo County GO Bond would provide funding to public libraries
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On November 5, the polls will be opened for election day and along with casting ballots for national and local leaders, voters will get to choose where to send additional funding to certain departments.
    This election, in Bernalillo County, there will be six General Obligation (GO) Bonds for people to vote on. One of these GO Bonds could send $2.5 million in funding to public libraries in and around Albuquerque.
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  • Bernalillo County GO Bond would provide funding to libraries

    Bernalillo County GO Bond would provide funding to libraries
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On November 5, the polls will be opened for election day and along with casting ballots for national and local leaders, voters will get to choose where to send additional funding to certain departments.
    This election, in Bernalillo County, there will be six General Obligation (GO) Bonds for people to vote on. One of these GO Bonds could send $2.5 million in funding to public libraries in and around Albuquerque.
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  • 'Glamping' at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

    'Glamping' at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The majority of Fiesta-goers have to deal with pre-dawn traffic and crowds, but "Glamping" gives people an option to skip the hassle and roll out of bed right next to the balloons.Why is Albuquerque the perfect place to hold the Balloon Fiesta?It started in 2018 with Balloon Fiesta leaders looking for a way to let people experience the magic while staying near the park grounds. "We started out with 12 tents and you can see the layout here. 12 tents was
  • PHOTOS: Florida emerges from Hurricane Milton

    PHOTOS: Florida emerges from Hurricane Milton
    (NEXSTAR) - Hurricane Milton barreled into the Atlantic Ocean on Thursday after plowing across Florida, where it knocked out power to more than 3 million customers and whipped up a barrage of tornadoes. The storm caused at least four deaths and compounded the misery wrought by Helene while sparing Tampa a direct hit.A drone image shows the dome of Tropicana Field which has been torn open due to Hurricane Milton in St. Petersburg, Florida, on October 10, 2024. At least four people were
  • Over 135 rescued from Tampa assisted living facility amid 'unprecedented' flooding from Milton

    Over 135 rescued from Tampa assisted living facility amid 'unprecedented' flooding from Milton
    (WFLA/NEXSTAR) — The residents of an assisted living facility in Florida were assisted to safety with the help of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office early on Thursday morning after floodwaters from Hurricane Milton inundated the region.“This is extraordinary to see this type of flooding, especially in this type of area,” said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister in a video posted to social media amid the county’s response efforts.Story continues below
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  • Flesh eating bacteria thrives after hurricanes. Here's what to know

    Flesh eating bacteria thrives after hurricanes. Here's what to know
    (NewsNation) — The water that Hurricane Milton leaves behind may be just as deadly as the winds and storm surge, an infectious disease expert explained in a recent appearance on NewsNation.Dr. Norman Beatty, of the infectious diseases division at the University of Florida, said that vibrio vulnificus — often referred to as a "flesh-eating bacteria" — can be found in floodwaters, storm surges or runoff amid extreme weather events, and can find its way into the body during r
  • How to help the recovery from Milton, Helene

    How to help the recovery from Milton, Helene
    (NEXSTAR) — Just weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of the Florida coast, many of the same areas now face damage from the impact of Hurricane Milton.
    The Category 3 storm made landfall late Wednesday in Siesta Key, about 70 miles south of Tampa. Donate now toRed Cross hurricane relief
    Nexstar, the parent company of this website, is teaming up to help support Red Cross efforts to offer critical resources. We’re asking readers to consider a donation to the non-profit as a wa
  • New Mexico State Police partners with New Mexico State University's Department of Criminal Justice

    New Mexico State Police partners with New Mexico State University's Department of Criminal Justice
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico State University students who are studying criminal justice have a new opportunity to get hands-on law enforcement experience while completing the final 15 credit hours of their bachelor's degree.Story continues below
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  • PHOTOS: Special Shape Rodeo is the highlight of Balloon Fiesta Day 6

    PHOTOS: Special Shape Rodeo is the highlight of Balloon Fiesta Day 6
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Special shape balloons took center stage on Day 6 of the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta; Thursday's main event was the Special Shape Rodeo. High winds kept many of the special shapes from lifting off, but static displays still made for great views on the field. Here are the new special shape balloons to look for at the 52nd Balloon FiestaThis year, 106 special shape balloons registered to participate in the festival, with 16 of those bein
  • 78-year-old Clovis woman shot in the chest while answering front door, police say

    78-year-old Clovis woman shot in the chest while answering front door, police say
    CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – A 78-year-old woman died after she was shot while she answered her front door in Clovis Wednesday night, according to the Clovis Police Department.The victim's 80-year-old husband called the police at 6:53 p.m. to report that his wife, Virginia Montoya, had been shot at the home on Traver Street. Montoya had a single gunshot wound to the chest and was rushed to the hospital before she passed away.Story continues below
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  • Video: Wind tears roof off Tropicana Field, home of the Rays

    Video: Wind tears roof off Tropicana Field, home of the Rays
    ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Milton made landfall in Siesta Key, south of St. Petersburg late Wednesday, and while the city avoided some of the worst storm surges, the local Major League ballpark took some damage.
    City officials confirmed high wind gusts from Hurricane Milton tore multiple panels off the roof of Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays.The field was not in use as a storm shelter but functioned as a staging area for storm response crews, according to the Assoc
  • LIVE 8 AM UPDATE: Hurricane Milton pulling away from east coast of Florida

    LIVE 8 AM UPDATE: Hurricane Milton pulling away from east coast of Florida
    TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Hurricane Milton began pulling away from the east coast of Florida early Thursday morning, according to the National Hurricane Center.In a 8 a.m. update, the NHC said Milton was 75 miles northeast of Cape Canaveral with winds of 85 mph, making it a Category 1 hurricane.The storm is moving east-northeast at 18 mph.
    Milton made landfall at about 8:30 p.m. Wednesday night near Siesta Key as a Category 3 storm.VIDEO: Hurricane Milton sucks water out of Tampa Bay
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  • LIVE 11 AM UPDATE: Hurricane Milton pulling away from east coast of Florida

    LIVE 11 AM UPDATE: Hurricane Milton pulling away from east coast of Florida
    TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Hurricane Milton moved into the Atlantic Ocean from the east coast of Florida early Thursday morning, according to the National Hurricane Center.In a 11 a.m. update, the NHC said Milton was 135 miles east-northeast of Cape Canaveral with winds of 80 mph, making it a Category 1 hurricane. VIDEO: Hurricane Milton sucks water out of Tampa BayThe storm is moving east-northeast at 20 mph.Milton made landfall at about 8:30 p.m. Wednesday near Siesta Key as a Category 3 storm.Watc
  • State partners with local nonprofit to distribute computers in Ruidoso

    State partners with local nonprofit to distribute computers in Ruidoso
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) partnered with Adelante Diverse IT to distribute free refurbished computers to Ruidoso residents impacted by recent natural disasters in the area.Story continues below
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  • KRQE Newsfeed: Added security measures, APS calendar survey, Near record heat, Free computers, Airabelle

    KRQE Newsfeed: Added security measures, APS calendar survey, Near record heat, Free computers, Airabelle
    Thursday's Top Stories
    ‘Lit up like huge jack-o’-lanterns,’ a look at Balloon Fiesta’s first glow in 198711-year-old places 2nd in the Tesuque Casino World Posole Cooking ChampionshipsDaughter’s dream takes flight in special shape balloon for Balloon FiestaAlbuquerque company creates bee-friendly solution to combat hive collapseAlbuquerque police target fentanyl use on Central Ave.EPA to clean up 7 more abandoned uranium minesHurricane Milton plows across Florida, a
  • Even drier, very warm, & slightly breezier

    Even drier, very warm, & slightly breezier
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Along with the slight chill in the air to start across the region, mostly clear skies with dry air remains for now. Mostly light winds are still in place, despite the peskier northerly wind to start in Albuquerque, green flags will mostly likely be predominantly up at Balloon Fiesta for not only today, but very likely, for the remainder of the event. Temperatures are ranging from the 20s to the lower 60s across New Mexico, at-or-slightly below normal for some northern a
  • Drier, warm, & slightly breezier weather around New Mexico

    Drier, warm, & slightly breezier weather around New Mexico
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Along with the slight chill in the air to start across the region, mostly clear skies with dry air remains for now. Mostly light winds are still in place, despite the peskier northerly wind to start in Albuquerque, green flags will mostly likely be predominantly up at Balloon Fiesta for not only today, but very likely, for the remainder of the event. Temperatures are ranging from the 20s to the lower 60s across New Mexico, at-or-slightly below normal for some northern a
  • WATCH: Green flag for Special Shape Rodeo at Balloon Fiesta

    WATCH: Green flag for Special Shape Rodeo at Balloon Fiesta
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The green flag is up for day six of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
    Thursday is full day at Balloon Fiesta Park with a Special Shape Rodeo™ scheduled in the morning and a Special Shape Glowdeo™ scheduled in the evening. Winds for day six of Balloon Fiesta should stay light, with another warm afternoon across New Mexico. Daughter’s dream takes flight in special shape balloon for Balloon FiestaThursday, October 10
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  • WATCH: Green flag for day 6 of Balloon Fiesta

    WATCH: Green flag for day 6 of Balloon Fiesta
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The green flag is up for day six of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
    Thursday is full day at Balloon Fiesta Park with a Special Shape Rodeo™ scheduled in the morning and a Special Shape Glowdeo™ scheduled in the evening. Winds for day six of Balloon Fiesta should stay light, with another warm afternoon across New Mexico. Daughter’s dream takes flight in special shape balloon for Balloon FiestaThursday, October 10
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  • Green flag for day 6 of Balloon Fiesta

    Green flag for day 6 of Balloon Fiesta
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The green flag is up for day six of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
    Thursday is full day at Balloon Fiesta Park with a Special Shape Rodeo™ scheduled in the morning and a Special Shape Glowdeo™ scheduled in the evening. Winds for day six of Balloon Fiesta should stay light, with another warm afternoon across New Mexico. Daughter’s dream takes flight in special shape balloon for Balloon FiestaThursday, October 10
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  • 2024 Balloon Fiesta pilot briefing, day 6

    2024 Balloon Fiesta pilot briefing, day 6
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Thursday, October 10 is day six of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The pilots briefing is scheduled for 6 a.m. Pilots and officials will meet to discuss the weather and determine if it's safe for balloons to go up.Daughter’s dream takes flight in special shape balloon for Balloon FiestaOfficials will raise a green flag, yellow flag or red flag depending on weather conditions. KRQE News 13 will update with more information following T
  • 'Lit up like huge jack-o'-lanterns,' a look at Balloon Fiesta's first glow in 1987

    'Lit up like huge jack-o'-lanterns,' a look at Balloon Fiesta's first glow in 1987
    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
  • Green flags expected for the rest of this year's Balloon Fiesta

    Green flags expected for the rest of this year's Balloon Fiesta
    High temperatures to climb again across New Mexico into this weekend. Still expecting good weather for Balloon Fiesta through Sunday morning.Spotty showers developed across western and northern New Mexico Wednesday afternoon, along with the Sacramento Mountains and parts of northeastern New Mexico. These showers and storms have all ended tonight. Most of the rain evaporated before making it to the ground though. Winds for Day 6 of Balloon Fiesta should stay light enough tomorrow morning that mos
  • Daughter's dream takes flight in special shape balloon for Balloon Fiesta

    Daughter's dream takes flight in special shape balloon for Balloon Fiesta
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the most recognizable special shapes at Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a family affair. Standing at eight stories tall and so big extra help was required to reign her in, you can't miss the magical, pink unicorn flying across Albuquerque skies during fiesta. "It has lots of colors and it has a cute little face,' said Penelope, a six-year-old fiesta visitor.Story continues below
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  • APD beefs up patrols to stay ahead of thieves during Balloon Fiesta

    APD beefs up patrols to stay ahead of thieves during Balloon Fiesta
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – To protect tourists in town for Balloon Fiesta, the Albuquerque Police Department has beefed up its patrols, especially around hotels and motels. "We want to make sure that people visiting the city have a positive experience,” said Chief Harold Medina, Albuquerque Police Department.In an effort to stay ahead of thieves during Albuquerque's largest event, APD has undercover officers patrolling areas beyond Balloon Fiesta Park. "You know, recently we pla
  • Albuquerque company creates bee-friendly solution to combat hive collapse

    Albuquerque company creates bee-friendly solution to combat hive collapse
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque-based company says it has a revolutionary new way to protect beehives from colony collapse disorder. The Varroa mite is a tiny parasite that attaches itself to honey bees. It's believed the mite is partly responsible for colony collapse disorder.
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  • New Mexico United falls short against Phoenix Rising FC

    New Mexico United falls short against Phoenix Rising FC
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico United will have to clinch the western division on another night. United could have clinched with a victory Wednesday night at home but Phoenix Rising FC had other plans for the conference leader with a 2-1 victory. United scored the first goal of the game in the 28th minute when Talen Maples converted a penalty kick. Phoenix would square the match up in stoppage time before the end of the first half. A costly foul by United would lead to a penalt
  • Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office charges pair with elder abuse

    Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office charges pair with elder abuse
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Officials got calls from neighbors concerned for an elderly woman in southwest Albuquerque who they were worried was being abused. When an official arrived to investigate, they were met with hostility and had to call for help. Body camera footage shows what Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputies had to deal with for hours before arresting two people on numerous charges.Story continues below
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  • New Mexico's Corley sisters are in Van Tate's Sports Office

    New Mexico's Corley sisters are in Van Tate's Sports Office
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After a very successful college tennis career at the University of Oklahoma Ivana and Carmen Corley are ready to take professional tennis by storm. The sisters made their U.S. Open debut playing doubles this year winning their first match before falling short in the second.
    The experience lifted the profile of the tennis-playing sisters from Albuquerque. "We like to just dream big and I would say the next biggest goal would be to get our ranking at the point
  • EPA to clean up 7 more abandoned uranium mines on Navajo Nation land in New Mexico

    EPA to clean up 7 more abandoned uranium mines on Navajo Nation land in New Mexico
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A federal agency said seven more abandoned uranium mines will be cleaned up on Navajo land here in New Mexico. The EPA said it will target the sites near Smith Lake and Mariano Lake which are both east of Gallup. Once this project is complete, around 260 acres of land will be restored.Albuquerque police target fentanyl use on Central AveMillions of tons of uranium of uranium ore were extracted on lands throughout the Navajo nation from 1944 to 1986. Those mines hav

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