Albuquerque news

• Man arrested outside of Trump's California rally illegally had two guns: authorities

  13-10-2024 22:45 via krqe.com
  
  COACHELLA, Cali. (KTLA) -- A man arrested outside of a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Southern California had multiple guns illegally in his possession, according to authorities.The arrest took place at a checkpoint at the intersection of Avenue 52 and Celebration Drive in Coachella just one minute before the rally was set to start on Saturday, the Riverside County Sheriff's Office said.The driver of a black SUV, who was later identified as 49-year-old Vem Miller of Las Vega
  
  Read more

• Deputies 'probably' prevented 3rd Trump assassination attempt, California sheriff says

  13-10-2024 22:45 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) -- A man was arrested outside of a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Southern California, and multiple guns were illegally in his possession, according to authorities.The arrest took place at a checkpoint at the intersection of Avenue 52 and Celebration Drive in Coachella at 4:59 p.m. on Saturday, the Riverside County Sheriff's Office said. The rally was scheduled to start at 5 p.m., but Sheriff Chad Bianco said at a news conference Sunday that the arrest took place befo
  
  Read more

• Family desperately trying to get Colorado dad home after he fell ill on European cruise

  13-10-2024 21:46 via krqe.com
  
  DENVER (KDVR) — A Colorado family is desperately trying to get their dad from Englewood home after a sudden and severe illness in Europe.Guy Matlock, 64, is currently hospitalized and unable to breathe on his own in Denmark after he and his wife, Adrian, embarked on a northern European cruise in mid-September for their 37th wedding anniversary."About six days into it, he fell ill with the flu... something that just seemed so simple as the flu, rapidly turned into something else," their dau
  
  Read more

• Utah mother raising money for her own funeral dies

  13-10-2024 21:23 via krqe.com
  
  OGDEN, Utah (KTVX) — A mother in Utah who started raising money for her own funeral after being diagnosed with a rare terminal cancer has died, according to her family.
  Erika Carr, 30, was diagnosed with Stage 4 small cell lung carcinoma the day before Mother's Day in 2022. Her condition had improved, allowing her to stop treatment. Despite later restarting treatment, doctors told her in September that she had three months to live.
  Carr, a single mother, decided to end treatment and spend
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• PHOTOS: Perfect weather sets the stage for final day of Balloon Fiesta

  13-10-2024 19:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The last day of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta saw chillier temperatures but perfect weather for the final mass accession. Dozens of balloons took to the skies for the final day.
  Day 9 of the 2024 Balloon Fiesta (Jordan Honeycutt)Day 9 of the 2024 Balloon Fiesta (Jordan Honeycutt)
  Day 9 of the 2024 Balloon Fiesta (Jordan Honeycutt)Day 9 of the 2024 Balloon Fiesta (Jordan Honeycutt)Day 9 of the 2024 Balloon Fiesta (Jordan Honeycutt)Day
  
  Read more

• What you should do before and after your phone is stolen or lost

  13-10-2024 19:01 via krqe.com
  
  LONDON (AP) — Phones hold so much of our digital lives — emails, social media and bank accounts, photos, chat messages and more — that if they ever get stolen or go missing, it can cause major disruption beyond just the loss of a device.In some places, phone thefts have surged so much it's now an everyday problem, with thieves on electric bikes snatching them out of pedestrians' hands, swiping them off restaurant tables or pickpocketing them on the subway.In Britain, where 200
  
  Read more

• Video shows mechanical SpaceX arms catching Starship rocket booster back at the launch pad

  13-10-2024 18:45 via krqe.com
  
  SpaceX pulled off the boldest test flight yet of its enormous Starship rocket on Sunday, catching the returning booster back at the launch pad with mechanical arms.A jubilant Elon Musk called it “science fiction without the fiction part.”Towering almost 400 feet (121 meters), the empty Starship blasted off at sunrise from the southern tip of Texas near the Mexican border. It arced over the Gulf of Mexico like the four Starships before it that ended up being destroyed,
  
  Read more

• Daylight saving time ends soon: What if we didn't 'fall back' this year?

  13-10-2024 17:44 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Despite local and federal efforts, nearly every state will soon partake in the biannual practice of changing from daylight saving time to standard time.Daylight saving time ends on November 3, which means most Americans will gain an hour of sleep. The sun will rise earlier in the morning, making early commutes slightly brighter. On the other end, though, the sun will set earlier.
  While efforts to put the U.S. on permanent daylight saving time have stalled, there is still widesp
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Will Donald Trump and Kamala Harris debate again?

  13-10-2024 17:42 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – More than 67 million people tuned in to watch former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris debate last month in what may end up being the first and last showdown between the two 2024 presidential candidates.
  While there was originally talk of more than one meeting between Trump and Harris, the former president made his intentions clear with a post on Truth Social. “THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!" he wrote on Sept. 12.
  But pressure has been mounting for a
  
  Read more

• New tropical disturbance pops up in the Atlantic: National Hurricane Center

  13-10-2024 17:40 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a disturbance in the far eastern Atlantic Ocean.As of the NHC's Sunday morning update, the system has a 30% chance of development as it moves westward or southwestward across the tropical Atlantic over the next seven days.Located a few hundred miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands, the system is forecasted to move into an environment less conducive for development over the next few days. Texas middle schoolers suffer burns aft
  
  Read more

• Days left to claim cash in Oracle settlement that 'hundreds of millions' qualify for

  13-10-2024 17:39 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – The deadline is fast approaching for people to request a piece of the $115 million settlement fund Oracle agreed to pay out, settling claims it violated many people's privacy by selling their information to third parties.
  The deadline to file a claim in the class action settlement is Thursday, Oct. 17 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.
  What is the lawsuit about?Oracle is one of the largest tech companies in the U.S., but people may not be familiar with the company's software products.
  
  Read more

• Biden views Hurricane Milton damage in Florida

  13-10-2024 17:37 via krqe.com
  
  ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Joe Biden got a firsthand look Sundy at the devastation inflicted on Florida's Gulf Coast by Hurricane Milton as he presses Congress to approve additional emergency disaster funding. Vice President Kamala Harris was spending a second day in North Carolina, hard-hit by Hurricane Helene, to worship with Black churchgoers and hold a campaign rally.Biden arrived in Tampa and flew by helicopter to St. Pete Beach, surveying the wreckage l
  
  Read more

• Biden to view Hurricane Milton damage in Florida

  13-10-2024 17:37 via krqe.com
  
  President Biden has remarks scheduled for 11:30 a.m. ET in Florida. We plan to carry those remarks as a livestream in the player above.
  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Sunday will survey the devastation inflicted on Florida's Gulf Coast by Hurricane Milton as he urges Congress to approve additional emergency disaster funding. Vice President Kamala Harris will spend a second day in North Carolina, hard-hit by Hurricane Helene, to attend a Black church and hold a
  
  Read more

• 1 dead, 9 injured after shooting near Tennessee university during homecoming

  13-10-2024 17:37 via krqe.com
  
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — One person is dead and at least nine others were injured after a shooting near Tennessee State University on Saturday, which was celebrating its homecoming. Two suspects remain at large as of Sunday morning.According to the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD), there was an exchange of gunfire between two groups at approximately 5:10 p.m. near the intersection of Jefferson Street and 27th Avenue North.
  Crowds had gathered in the area for TSU's homecoming parad
  
  Read more

• Euthanasia, pronouns, sports betting: Intriguing 2024 ballot measures

  13-10-2024 17:36 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — While voters may expect to see former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on their ballots along with other prominent names, voters in several states should expect to see ballot measures that will decide important issues.In 10 states, voters will decide whether to preserve or restrict abortion access, an issue that motivates voters to show up on Election Day, as evidenced in 2022. Meanwhile, eight states will choose whether or not to ban noncitizen voting
  
  Read more

• WATCH: Green flag raised on final day of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

  13-10-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The green flag has been raised on the final day of the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The Pilot Briefing has ended, and pilots are returning to their balloons to prepare for the Farewell Mass Ascension that will begin at 7 a.m.
  Sunday, October 13
  5:45 am Drone Light Show, sponsored by Sandia Resort & Casino6:00 am Dawn Patrol Show, presented by Route 66 Casino Hotel and RV Resort6:30 am Krispy Kreme Morning Glow7:00 am Farewell Mass Asce
  
  Read more

• Balloon Fiesta Pilot Briefing 2024 - Day 9

  13-10-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Sunday, October 13 is the final day of the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The Pilot Briefing will begin at 6 a.m. where pilots get an update on the weather and flying conditions for the day ahead.Sunday, October 13
  5:45 am Drone Light Show, sponsored by Sandia Resort & Casino6:00 am Dawn Patrol Show, presented by Route 66 Casino Hotel and RV Resort6:30 am Krispy Kreme Morning Glow7:00 am Farewell Mass Ascension, presented by News Radio 7
  
  Read more

• Calm conditions to round out Balloon Fiesta

  13-10-2024 13:23 via krqe.com
  Another green flag this morning as winds are light for the last Mass Ascension at Balloon Fiesta with the Albuquerque Box Effect once again. Winds at the ground will push the balloons south, but higher up, the wind switches direction to then push the balloons to the northeast. Temperatures are in the low 50s at Fiesta Park but will warm into the mid 80s this afternoon. The rest of the state will also hang onto quiet, but warm weather today. High pressure begins breaking down on today, and that w
  
  Read more

• United clinches No. 1 seed, homefield advantage

  13-10-2024 06:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The historic season for New Mexico United continues to add new milestones. The latest from the 2024 campaign came on Saturday night, as a draw with Tulsa granted the black and yellow the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference for the upcoming USL playoffs.With clinching the top seed in the west, every conference game that New Mexico plays in the playoffs will be held at Isotopes Park. The first match will take place on November 3 against the No. 8 seed at 6 p.
  
  Read more

• UNM flies high in win over Air Force

  13-10-2024 06:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For the first time since October 21, 2023, the UNM football team has won a home game. For the first time since September 11, 2021, the UNM football team has won a second consecutive game. The win came on Saturday night as the Lobos took down Air Force 52-37."Happy for my players," said UNM head coach Bronco Mendenhall. "Wins are hard to get, so I'm grateful for the work they continue to do. I see more and I believe it. I'm encouraged and I hope those watchin
  
  Read more

• 'ABQ Headbangers Market' welcomes those with a love for metal music, dark fashion

  13-10-2024 05:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Saturday, locals were treated to a unique event for those who embrace the darker side of aesthetics and the heavier side of music.The "ABQ Headbangers Market," held at Fusion on First Street near Roma, brought together a blend of arts, crafts, and merchandise. Visitors were invited to hear the live sounds of heavy metal, rock, and punk. Serving a taste of New Mexico: How Chile Traditions prepares for Balloon Fiesta crowdsAll the vendors at the market spec
  
  Read more

• Gilman Tunnels undergoing temporary closure

  13-10-2024 05:31 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A popular geological location in New Mexico will be closed to the public starting on Monday.The U.S. Forest Service said the Gilman Tunnels, located in the Jemez Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest, will be closed as crews conduct a rock stabilization project. Balloon Fiesta spectator captures collapse of radio towerOfficials said the area will be closed to all traffic, including motorized, non-motorized, and foot. The Forest Service said the proje
  
  Read more

• Asheville restaurant owners trying to recover from Helene

  13-10-2024 04:34 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — The owners of a popular Asheville, North Carolina, brewpub are counting the damage done to their building by Hurricane Helene but they're also counting their blessings.“Seeing the community come together like it has ... been incredibly heartwarming,” said Bryan King, co-owner of 12 Bones Smokehouse and Brewing.“There have just been so many folks that have reached out. People doing, just, selfless acts trying to do everything they can to help those arou
  
  Read more

• How can Amazon Prime ban political ads on Thursday Night Football?

  13-10-2024 04:32 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — As the biannual flood of political ads overtakes every show on broadcast TV and cable between now and Election Day, there is one football game every week that is free of political ads: Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime.“During an election year, we prohibit media products about a specific political party, issue, or candidate,” Amazon states on its list of prohibited content. But why is Amazon free from FCC regulations that force TV and cable to sell ads
  
  Read more

• Revamp planned for decades-old horse show stadium in Las Vegas, NM

  13-10-2024 03:45 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – An old stadium, once popular for horse shows in the City of Las Vegas, New Mexico, has sat empty for decades. Now, a land grant committee is looking to bring new life to the old facility."It really fell out of place around 1985," said Edward Sena, President of the Board of Trustees for the Las Vegas Land Grant. "People started illegally dumping trash here and using this as a dump site."The Norman L. King Memorial Stadium has a strong history in the town after
  
  Read more

• Rising chocolate prices impact Halloween candy choices

  13-10-2024 02:00 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Halloween remains America’s top holiday in terms of candy sales, but fewer consumers are choosing to buy chocolate as they prepare to shell out more money to satisfy sweet-toothed trick-or-treaters later this month.Retailers are stocking their shelves with less chocolate and more gummies and licorice, which are more economical choices, according to Reuters. Candy such as Sour Patch Kids, Twizzlers Ghosts and products made by Mondelez are replacing pricier chocolat
  
  Read more

• Doritos to open its first-ever restaurant 

  13-10-2024 01:58 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) — A restaurant dedicated to Doritos-inspired dishes is coming to Los Angeles. The first-ever Doritos After Dark restaurant was introduced on Friday at Crypto.com Arena, according to a press release issued Friday by Doritos’ parent company Frito-Lay. It’s not just chips that will be available; the location will serve everything from margaritas and veggie dumplings to ice cream and California rolls, all with a Doritos twist.  UCLA professor says he’s h
  
  Read more

• Cooling temperatures next week

  13-10-2024 01:57 via krqe.com
  
  Another green flag is expected as winds are forecast to be light for the last Mass Ascension at Balloon Fiesta with the Albuquerque Box Effect expected once again Sunday morning. Winds at the ground will push the balloons south, but higher up, the wind switches direction to then push the balloons to the northeast. Temperatures will be in the mid to low 50s at Fiesta Park before warming into the mid 80s Sunday afternoon. The rest of the state will also hang onto quiet, but warm weather this weeke
  
  Read more

• Disturbing video shows road rage suspect fatally shooting man in Los Angeles

  13-10-2024 01:07 via krqe.com
  
  Warning: Viewer discretion is advised.Video obtained exclusively by KTLA shows the terrifying moment a road rage suspect opened fire on the driver of another car on the 5 Freeway in Los Angeles, fatally wounding him and seriously injuring a passenger.The shooting occurred Thursday afternoon around 4 p.m. on the northbound side of the 5 near South Lorena Street in L.A.’s Boyle Heights neighborhood.Police say that, in the moments leading up to the incident, a gold Cadillac and a dark-colored
  
  Read more

• Undercooked bear meat behind outbreak that sickened 10: CDC

  13-10-2024 01:04 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Nearly a year after 10 people who attended an event in North Carolina fell ill, the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control has an idea of what sickened them: undercooked bear meat.
  In a report published Thursday, the CDC identified the likely sickness as trichinellosis, a parasitic infection that causes muscle pain, fever and facial swelling.It comes from eating undercooked animals containing trichinella larvae. One of the most common hosts is the black bear, which is fo
  
  Read more

Follow @Albuquerque_Nws on Twitter!