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• Trump draft executive order would set up board to oust generals en masse: Report

  13-11-2024 23:55 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - The transition team for President-elect Trump is working on an executive order that would speed up the firing of top military brass if signed, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday.The draft executive order would set up a “warrior board” of retired generals and noncommissioned officers given power to review three- and four-star officers and to recommend anyone “lacking in requisite leadership qualities,” according to the document, reviewed by the Journal.I
  
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• Amazon launching new storefront with most items under $10

  13-11-2024 23:54 via krqe.com
  
  Amazon has launched a low-cost online storefront featuring electronics, apparel and other products priced at under $20, an effort to compete with discount retailers that have increasingly encroached on the e-commerce giant's turf.In a blog post on Wednesday, the company said the new Amazon Haul storefront will mostly feature products that cost less than $10 and offer free delivery on orders over $25. Amazon plans to ship the products to U.S. customers from a warehouse it operates in Ch
  
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• Is it legal to buy human bones online?

  13-11-2024 23:53 via krqe.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas -- Recent New Mexico news involving the discovery of human skulls and other bone fragments brings to light a unique question: Can you legally buy human bones online?On Tuesday, the Lea County Sheriff’s Office said it was investigating human remains found in Jal, New Mexico that were believed to linked to a missing persons case from 2019. The narrative shifted Wednesday when authorities stated the skulls were possibly purchased online over the course of several years. Lea Cou
  
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• Santa Fe police increase patrols at schools due to speeding, drop off violations

  13-11-2024 23:51 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Police Department is increasing its presence at school zones throughout the city. The department said they have received requests for extra patrols at schools like Ortiz Middle School, Ramirez Thomas Elementary, and El Camino Real Academy with parents seeing speeding, and cars dropping off or picking up students outside loading zones.Officials holding town hall in Roswell for flood victimsSFPD also reached out on social media to encourage people to
  
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• 'This car is going to make a big difference': Albuquerque single mom receives free vehicle

  13-11-2024 23:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A single mother who immigrated to Albuquerque got a free car on Wednesday thanks to a national program. Yuneisy Ovens Hernandez immigrated to the United States 18 years ago, after working in ophthalmology in Cuba.Story continues below
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• Why you might see coyotes in your neighborhood this winter?

  13-11-2024 23:17 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As the weather gets nippier and the sun sets sooner, the likelihood of running into a coyote goes up. So what should you do if you encounter one, and what kind of coyotes do we have in New Mexico?According to Chaz Moxley, Curator of Mammals with the ABQ BioPark, there are 19 subspecies of coyotes and New Mexico is home to 16 of them. That being said, the ones you might see in the Albuquerque area will most likely be the Texas Plains Coyote or the Mearns Coyote alon
  
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• Appeals court upholds Fabian Gonzales' conviction

  13-11-2024 23:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of the man who tried to cover up the Victoria Martens murder. Fabian Gonzales is serving a 37.5-year sentence for dismembering the ten-year-old's body in an effort to get rid of it. Third times a charm? State lawmaker pushing to increase penalties for auto theft, againPolice found the charred remains in an apartment building near Irving Blvd. and Golf Course Rd. Gonzales appealed six of his seven coun
  
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• New Mexico sees increase in freshman college enrollment

  13-11-2024 22:52 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Freshman college enrollment continues to rise in New Mexico. According to the New Mexico Higher Education Department, first-time enrollment has increased more than 9% in the fall semester.Albuquerque students collect donations for Gateway West shelterFreshman enrollment in the state has increased each of the last four fall semesters from more than 9,000 students to more than 12,000 this fall.
  
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• Albuquerque students collect donations for Gateway West shelter

  13-11-2024 22:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With colder weather making its way into the forecast, students at an Albuquerque charter school donated hundreds of items to the city's Department of Health, Housing, and Homelessness.Students at Alice King Community School, with the help of the city, collected items including clothing, hygiene products, and handmade blankets. The effort was part of the student's service-learning class and will help people at Gateway West.Story continues below
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• Historic St. James Hotel under new ownership

  13-11-2024 21:14 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The historic St. James Hotel in Cimarron, New Mexico, closed its doors earlier this year, but is now coming under new ownership.Governor appoints new division director of New Mexico Film OfficeThe hotel has been acquired by M Vacation Properties & Resorts, which is headquartered in Red River. The hotel was built in the late 1800's and was frequented by people such as Annie Oakley, Jesse James and Buffalo Bill, among others. M Vacation Properties & Reso
  
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• US 550 Red Mountain Pass reopened after rockfall caused closure

  13-11-2024 20:55 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – US 550 Red Mountain Pass between Silverton and Ouray is back open after being closed due to a rockfall.New SNAP work requirements being implemented in New MexicoOfficials say a rockfall happened November 13, around 2:30 a.m. Crews worked to break up the rockfall and remove it from the roadway. The road was reopened around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday.
  
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• Officials holding town hall in Roswell for flood victims

  13-11-2024 20:37 via krqe.com
  
  CHAVES COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — FEMA officials are in Roswell to help people affected by recent flooding. A town hall is being held Wednesday, November 13 at the Eastern New Mexico University Roswell Campus at 5:30 pm.
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  Investigation: Suspect terrorizing Nob Hill businesses off the streets, but for how long?Community: Does New Mexico have crows or ravens?Trending: Investigation underway after evidence of 10 to 20 human skulls found at southeastern New Mexico propertyNews:
  
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• Warm end to the week with another storm on the way

  13-11-2024 20:32 via krqe.com
  
  A cold front yesterday night successfully cooled off temperatures across New Mexico today. The cold front has completely moved out of the state and is now over Texas.
  These cool temperatures will not be lasting very long. A high pressure system is forming to the southeast of New Mexico. This high pressure will strengthen and continue to move eastward through Friday. This high pressure system will bring clear and sunny skies to New Mexico. The high pressure will also cause rising temperatures thr
  
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• These GM pickups, SUVs are being recalled over problem that can increase crash risk

  13-11-2024 18:59 via krqe.com
  
  DETROIT (AP) — General Motors is recalling nearly 462,000 pickup trucks and big SUVs with diesel engines because the rear wheels can lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.The recall in the U.S. covers certain Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickups from the 2020 through 2022 model years. Also included are the 2021 Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban.Documents posted Wednesday on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration webs
  
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• City of Albuquerque hosting Ageless Artisan Craft Fair

  13-11-2024 18:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs is kicking off the holiday season with the Ageless Artisan Craft Fair. The fair will be November 16, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center.
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  Investigation: Suspect terrorizing Nob Hill businesses off the streets, but for how long?Community: Does New Mexico have crows or ravens?Trending: Investigation underway after evidence of 10 to 20 human skulls foun
  
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• Governor appoints new division director of New Mexico Film Office

  13-11-2024 18:37 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Steve Graham as the new division director of the New Mexico Film Office.  Graham, a native New Mexican, has more than 25 years of experience managing film and television productions, with credits that include "Black Summer" (Netflix), "Walker: Independence" (CBS Studios), and "Z Nation" (Syfy). He assumed the role on Tuesday.Story continues below
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• Jo's Farms hosting "Fa La La La Lavender" holiday market

  13-11-2024 16:37 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With the holiday season quickly approaching, Jo's Farm in Albuquerque is getting ready for its upcoming "Fa La La La Lavender" holiday cheer market. The event will be November 15, from 3 - 7 p.m. and November 16 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Jo's Farm.Story continues below
  Investigation: Suspect terrorizing Nob Hill businesses off the streets, but for how long?Community: Does New Mexico have crows or ravens?Trending: Investigation underway after evidence of 10 to 20 hum
  
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• First Judicial District Attorney's Office in Santa Fe closed due to gas leak

  13-11-2024 16:04 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The First Judicial District Attorney's Office in Santa Fe is closed because of a gas leak. The leak was detected on Tuesday and the DA's Office will be closed until repairs can be made. Officials said that a contractor will be on-site Wednesday. Third times a charm? State lawmaker pushing to increase penalties for auto theft, againEmployees will work from home and the Courts will remain open for trials.
  
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• Disaster unemployment assistance available for Chaves County flood victims

  13-11-2024 15:54 via krqe.com
  
  CHAVES COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — Residents and businesses in Chaves County who lost work due to recent flooding can now receive financial help from the federal government.Third times a charm? State lawmaker pushing to increase penalties for auto theft, againPresident Biden has approved federal disaster aid for the state, making disaster unemployment assistance available to anyone whose employment was ended or interrupted by the severe weather events. The state's Department of Workforce So
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Enhancing charges, Life sentence, Sunnier and mild, Covid relief funding, BioPark Exhibit

  13-11-2024 14:48 via krqe.com
  
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  Suspect terrorizing Nob Hill businesses off the streets, but for how long?New Mexico officials confirm 10 cases linked to McDonald’s E. coli outbreakNew SNAP work requirements being implemented in New MexicoNew Mexico Secretary of State provides update following electionsLobo basketball improves to 3-0NMSP investigating officer involved shooting in Valencia CountyKrispy Kreme offering free dozen doughnuts on World Kindness Day
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• UNM Women's basketball comes up short on the road at Texas Tech

  13-11-2024 14:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – They had a strong start, but Mike Bradbury and his University of New Mexico Lobo women's basketball team came up short in Lubbock Tuesday night. UNM fell to the Texas Tech Lady Red Raiders 75-68.
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• Calm and warming through the weeks end

  13-11-2024 13:05 via krqe.com
  
  A cold front brought in cooler temperatures into New Mexico overnight. Temperatures will warm up again later this weekend ahead of another storm.It is a calm start across the state with chilly temperatures as we head out the door. Sunshine will dominate today and allow temperatures to warm up, but remaining cooler than yesterday.
  A warming trend begins Thursday and will continue into Friday. Southwest winds start picking up Friday afternoon as our next storm system begins approaching the state.
  
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• Calm and warmer weather through end of the week

  13-11-2024 13:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A cold front brought in cooler temperatures into New Mexico overnight. Temperatures will warm up again later this weekend ahead of another storm.It is a calm start across the state with chilly temperatures as we head out the door. Sunshine will dominate today and allow temperatures to warm up, but remaining cooler than yesterday.Forecast Continues Below
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• New Mexico State Police investigating officer involved shooting in Valencia County

  13-11-2024 06:33 via krqe.com
  
  VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Valencia County Sheriff's Office and Belen Police Department. Details are extremely limited but it happened near Maestas Rd. southeast of Belen in Valencia County. Third times a charm? State lawmaker pushing to increase penalties for auto theft, againThe suspect and officers were not injured. This is a developing story, KRQE News 13 will provide updates as they become av
  
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• Lobo basketball improves to 3-0

  13-11-2024 06:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The UNM men's basketball team returned to the Pit on Tuesday night. The Lobos took down the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders 100-81.Donovan Dent led all players in scoring (25) and assists (10). Other Lobos to score in double-figures include freshman Kayde Dodson (18), Tru Washington (15) Mustapha Amzil (12) and Nelly Junior Joseph (10). Junior Joseph led the game with nine rebounds.As a team, the Lobos shot 16-31 from the field and 4-10 from beyond th
  
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• Cooler Wednesday then warming up later this week

  13-11-2024 06:24 via krqe.com
  
  A cold front is bringing in cooler temperatures right now into New Mexico. Temperatures will warm up again later this weekend ahead of another storm.It was a breezy afternoon across parts of New Mexico Tuesday. Wind gusts have been as high as 40 mph at times, especially across the higher elevations and in western New Mexico. Ruidoso Sierra Blanca Airport measured a wind gust of nearly 40 mph. This is part of a storm system that's scraping the state, but not bringing us any moisture. It's also se
  
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• New Mexico Secretary of State provides update following elections

  13-11-2024 06:15 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A legislative committee heard from the New Mexico Secretary of State on Tuesday. She said that for the most part, the recent election went smoothly. One thing they weren't anticipating was the amount of people registering to vote on election day. “We could have never envisioned this many happening. Now we know it can happen,” said New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver.Story continues below
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• Bernalillo County DA proposes changes to children's code to legislative committee

  13-11-2024 06:00 via krqe.com
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The numbers are sobering. "Too many people, too many victims are killed by juveniles in our community," said Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman.Story continues below
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• Albuquerque and Bernalillo County set to use up COVID-19 relief funds before deadline

  13-11-2024 02:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Time is running out for New Mexico cities and counties to spend tens of millions of dollars in federal COVID relief funding. Here in the metro, leaders are trying to spend on a handful of last-minute projects using the American Rescue Plan Act or "ARPA" funds. "We wouldn't have been able to be in the shape that we are in financially now," said Donna Sandoval, Director of the Department of Finance & Administration, City of Albuquerque. &nbs
  
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• New sportsbook opens at Sandia Resort & Casino

  13-11-2024 02:47 via krqe.com
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The next chapter of sports betting in New Mexico is here. Wagers can now be made at Sandia Resort & Casino.The Sandia Sportsbook features the highest wager limits in New Mexico at $8,000 per bet. Located on the third floor, the casino has added the sportsbook to a 10,000 square foot space that includes a bar and restaurant, over 50 televisions and an outdoor patio with views of the Sandia mountains.
  
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• ABQ BioPark to feature Mediterranean plant life in new exhibit

  13-11-2024 02:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new exhibit coming to the ABQ BioPark will feature the plant life of the Mediterranean. City leaders broke ground on the Lebanon and Beyond garden. While construction is underway, many of the plants are waiting in a greenhouse right now including pomegranate, fig, and pistachio trees. "Our goal is to develop and build an authentic representation of what you might see if you were traveling through the eastern Mediterranean and Lebanon specifically," said Ma
  
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• Suspect terrorizing Nob Hill businesses off the streets, but for how long?

  13-11-2024 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Running a small business in Albuquerque has its challenges, but there's one person in particular that's making things especially difficult. It's a man employees, police, and even attorneys say they want to help. But as KRQE Investigates learned, the justice system seems to be failing them all.Patty Klaus owns and manages the Chocolate Dude, a shop that's been around for more than a decade. "There's benefits to being on Central and being in Nob Hill," sa
  
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• Third times a charm? State lawmaker pushing to increase penalties for auto theft, again

  13-11-2024 01:09 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's law enforcement leaders agree: stolen cars are fueling crime problems statewide. However, lawmakers have failed two years straight to pass tougher penalties. So, could a new approach shake up the status quo? KRQE News 13 asked lawmakers at the Roundhouse Tuesday.Story continues below
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• Cooler air arrives for Wednesday

  13-11-2024 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  A cold front is bringing in cooler temperatures right now into New Mexico. Temperatures will warm up again later this weekend ahead of another storm.
  It's a windier afternoon across parts of New Mexico Tuesday. Wind gusts have been as high as 40 mph at times, especially across the higher elevations and in western New Mexico. This is part of a storm system that's scraping the state, but not bringing us any moisture. It's also sending a cold front across the state, that will move across all of New
  
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• How New Mexico's film industry boosts local economy from filming locations

  13-11-2024 00:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's film industry had a direct spend of $70 million in fiscal year 2024. A good chunk of that money comes from a passive source of income: filming locations.
  The film industry has made New Mexico a star on the global stage. With hundreds of films and TV shows spanning more than a hundred years of production, the Land of Enchantment has doubled as the wild frontier and as the final frontier.
  It's even found a familiar face or two on the small screen.
  
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• BCSO detectives take third place at sniper competition in Texas

  13-11-2024 00:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Two sharpshooters with the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office had their sights set on a strong finish at a marksmanship event. Detectives Kevin Taft and Alfred Duchaussee took third place at a recent TTPOA sniper competition in Texas.New SNAP work requirements being implemented in New MexicoThey competed against 24 other elite teams facing intense heat, high humidity, and challenging courses. BCSO said their finish highlighted their hard work and precision u
  
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