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• Accused NM serial murderer, kidnapper facing charges for five additional victims

  20-12-2024 22:28 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A man facing the death penalty after being accused of a series of violent crimes committed against Indigenous men over the course of two is facing new charges after investigators found additional victims. Labar Tsethlikai is now facing 17 charges including the new ones. He's accused of kidnapping and killing several Indigenous men experiencing homelessness, addiction, or both from 2022 to 2024.Man pleads guilty in 2021 fatal house party shootingIn July, Tsethl
  
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• New Mexico's unemployment rate continues to rise for November 2024

  20-12-2024 22:14 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The unemployment rate in New Mexico is continuing to rise. According to the latest numbers from the Department of Workforce Solutions, New Mexico's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.4% in November. Bataan Memorial Building added to the State Register of Cultural PropertiesThe rate is a tenth of a percent up from October, when the rate was 4.3%, and nearly half a percent higher than last year, when the rate was 4%. New Mexico's unemployment rate is a fifth
  
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• Man pleads guilty in 2021 fatal house party shooting

  20-12-2024 21:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the teens charged in a 2021 house party shooting pleaded guilty to murder on Friday. Police say Johnny Lopez and five others fired 200 rounds at an apartment in southeast Albuquerque, hitting and killing 16-year-old Gabriel Garcia Zimmerman. Albuquerque man pleads guilty to luring teens to home for sexThe shooting took place near Wyoming Boulevard and Copper Avenue in August 2021. Lopez was 17 at the time of the shooting but is now 20 years old. A war
  
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• 12 Albuquerque pickleball and tennis courts now have new playing surfaces

  20-12-2024 21:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Tennis and pickleball players now have newly resurfaced courts.The City of Albuquerque's Parks and Recreation Department invited the community to celebrate the new courts at Lauren C. Bolles Park and Jerry Cline Tennis Center. Instructors were there to help teach people how to play.Bernalillo County Metro Court warns about jury duty scam calls, emailsThe director of the department said these courts are an ace for the community. "We're really helping Albuquer
  
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• Party City going out of business, starting process 'immediately': report

  20-12-2024 21:05 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Party City, once among the top names in party-supply retailers, is going out of business, according to an announcement from CEO Barry Litwin that was viewed by CNN.Litwin, during a conference call with employees, broke the news Friday, the outlet reported.“Unfortunately, it’s necessary to commence a winddown process immediately,” Litwin reportedly said.Big Lots: ‘Going out of business’ sales to begin at all locations
  Bloomberg reported earlier this
  
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• 2024 Isleta New Mexico Bowl preview

  20-12-2024 21:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The 2024 Isleta New Mexico Bowl is set to take place on Saturday, December 28. This year's matchup features Texas Christian (TCU) and Louisiana.The Matchup
  The Horned Frogs enter the game with an 8-4 record. TCU is the first Big 12 team to appear in the New Mexico Bowl.Louisiana has had one of the best seasons in its program's history. The Ragin Cajuns are coming to Albuquerque with a 10-3 record and an appearance in the Sun Belt Conference championship game
  
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• No New Mexico precipitation until next week

  20-12-2024 20:37 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Seasonably cold air was the big story on Autumn's last morning with dry air despite some passing clouds. Bitterly colder air was present in the San Luis Valley to the Enchanted Circle, as well as from the Four Corners to the Gila National Forest, as air temperatures were just above zero to the teens for most of those communities, while most other areas were experiencing air temperatures in the upper teens, 20s, 30s, and lower 40s from north-northwest to south-southeast
  
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• New Mexico Health Care Authority: 988 lifeline available 24/7 during the holidays 

  20-12-2024 19:01 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With the holiday season upon us, the New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) reminded residents that the 988 lifeline is available 24/7 to provide free and confidential support for anyone experiencing mental health, emotional, or substance use challenges. “If you’re facing a difficult time, you’re not alone this holiday season,” Kari Armijo, secretary of the New Mexico Health Care Authority, said in a news release. “The 988 li
  
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• Watchdog accuses Zelle, banking giants of failing to protect users against fraud

  20-12-2024 18:58 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - The government’s consumer watchdog alleged Zelle and three banking giants failed to protect users from fraud on the peer-to-peer payment network.The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) alleged Friday that Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo were slow to crack down on scammers, did not properly investigate complaints of fraud and failed to issue reimbursements to victims, costing consumers more than $870 million since Zelle launched in 2017.“The nation
  
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• Eagle Nest Lake closes to watercraft, foot traffic

  20-12-2024 18:51 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico State Parks have announced the closure of all watercraft and foot traffic at Eagle Nest Lake. This is due to ice forming on the lake's surface.Story continues below
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• What services are impacted when the government shuts down?

  20-12-2024 18:39 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Federal lawmakers have until midnight to pass a budget, or else the government will shut down, impacting millions of employees and consumers ahead of the holiday.Without a funding plan, the shutdown would begin at 12:01 a.m. Dec. 21 and last until Congress passes a spending bill.Here are the government services and agencies that would be affected if the government shuts down.What does a government shutdown impact?Federal employees, including military members, would not be pa
  
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• Albuquerque man pleads guilty to luring teens to home for sex

  20-12-2024 18:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A 40-year-old Albuquerque man pleaded guilty to federal charges of production of child sexual abuse materials, admitting to creating illicit content and using social media to lure minors for sexual exploitation.According to court documents, Kevin Vallo, used the social media messaging app Telegram to communicate with a 13-year-old victim. Officials said he pretended to be 16 when he was actually 39 years old.Story continues below
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• Bernalillo County Metro Court warns about jury duty scam calls, emails

  20-12-2024 18:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court issued a warning about a suspected jury duty scam.
  The court said scammers were calling, pretending to be a police lieutenant with a local law enforcement agency, and told people that they failed to appear for jury duty and have a warrant out for their arrest or owe outstanding fines as a result.
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• 'Take a Ride on Us' program offers holiday Uber discount for 2024

  20-12-2024 17:56 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – To help New Mexicans stay safe this holiday season, a few counties are offering discounted transportation through the "Take a Ride on Us" program. From 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19, through 2 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, residents in Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties can get $10 off two Uber rides. Bernalillo County completes skate park renovation project at Paradise Hills Community CenterThe program is limited to 2,500 trips and is offered on a first-come,
  
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• Police to give update on Albuquerque gas station shooting that left 1 dead, 3 injured

  20-12-2024 17:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police are expected to provide an update on Friday about a deadly shooting involving police on Nov. 11. The shooting took place at a gas station on San Mateo and Cutler and left one person dead and three others injured.APD will speak on the incident during a news conference at noon. 37 migrants found inside tractor trailer truck in southern New MexicoPolice responded to the gas station after getting calls just before 6 p.m. about a man, late
  
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• Police give update on Albuquerque gas station shooting that left 1 dead, 3 injured

  20-12-2024 17:56 via krqe.com
  
  Disclaimer: Some content in the APD News Conference may be graphic or disturbing to some.ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police are expected to provide an update on Friday about a deadly shooting involving police on Nov. 11. The shooting took place at a gas station on San Mateo and Cutler and left one person dead and three others injured.APD will speak on the incident during a news conference at noon. 37 migrants found inside tractor trailer truck in southern New MexicoPol
  
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• APD: Three bystanders shot by officers during shootout with suspect

  20-12-2024 17:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police provided an update about a deadly shooting involving police on Nov. 11. The shooting took place at a gas station on San Mateo and Cutler and left one person dead and three others injured.The suspect in this case, 33-year-old Anthony Hernandez, was shot and killed by officers after he fired at them outside the Speedway gas station. During the exchange of gunfire between Hernandez and officers, three bystanders were struck by the office
  
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• Employee accused of stabbing company president during meeting: 'Haven't ruled out copycat motive'

  20-12-2024 17:50 via krqe.com
  
  FRUITPORT TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — New details are emerging after the stabbing of a Michigan company's president by one of his own employees at a Muskegon-area manufacturer.The stabbing incident took place Tuesday morning during a company meeting, police said.
  The suspect, 32-year-old Nathan Mahoney of Walker, Michigan, has been charged in the attack, and also for allegedly trying to flee police.A booking photo of Nathan Joseph Mahoney shared by the Muskegon County Sheriff's Office.Police
  
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• Richard Allen sentenced for Delphi murders

  20-12-2024 17:47 via krqe.com
  
  DELPHI, Ind. (WXIN) – Richard Allen, the man convicted in the Delphi murders, learned his punishment Friday.Special Judge Fran Gull sentenced Allen to 130 years for the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German, whose bodies were found in February 2017. Friday's proceedings also included victim impact statements.Allen had faced between 45 years and 130 years in prison. He was given two 65-year sentences to be served consecutively, for a total of 130 years. COMPLETE COVERAGE | Delphi Murder
  
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• Families of Delphi murder victims speak out at Richard Allen sentencing: 'Time for your life to be a living hell'

  20-12-2024 17:47 via krqe.com
  
  DELPHI, Ind. (WXIN) – Richard Allen, the man convicted in the Delphi murders, learned his punishment Friday.Special Judge Fran Gull sentenced Allen to 130 years for the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German, whose bodies were found in February 2017. Friday's proceedings also included victim impact statements.Allen had faced between 45 years and 130 years in prison. He was given two 65-year sentences to be served consecutively, for a total of 130 years.COMPLETE COVERAGE | Delphi Murders
  
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• Bataan Memorial Building added to the State Register of Cultural Properties

  20-12-2024 17:07 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's former Territorial and State Capitol building, the Bataan Memorial Building, has been added to the State Register of Cultural Properties, gaining official recognition for its significance in New Mexico.According to the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA), the original portion of the building was completed in 1900, over a decade before New Mexico was designated as a state. Serving as the State Capitol until the roundhouse was completed
  
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• Bernalillo County completes skate park renovation project at Paradise Hills Community Center

  20-12-2024 15:57 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Skaters in Albuquerque now have an upgraded place to get out and active. Just in time for kids to enjoy the outdoors this winter break, Bernalillo County has completed its expansion and renovation project at the Paradise Hills Community Center Skate Park.The improvements have doubled the park's size and added additional ramps, rails, and skating surfaces "to accommodate users of all skill levels," according to the county. The project was funded in part
  
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• Angel Fire granted funding for new affordable rental housing

  20-12-2024 15:38 via krqe.com
  
  ANGEL FIRE, N.M. (KRQE) – More affordable housing options will soon be coming to the Village of Angel Fire thanks to millions of dollars in funding from Housing New Mexico. Angel Fire has been granted a $2.42 million award to build a new rental housing development as part of a grant program for counties that have been impacted by wildfires. Flights between Albuquerque, Angel Fire expected to take off before 2025“The businesses in Angel Fire don’t compete for customers
  
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• New art exhibition at City Hall reimagines Albuquerque's empty signs

  20-12-2024 15:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new art exhibition has been unveiled at Albuquerque City Hall's Gallery One. "New Iconic Signs," the exhibition, "reimagines Albuquerque's empty signs through designs that reflect community care, culture, and history," according to the City of Albuquerque.Featuring the work of 15 local artists, the exhibition aims to give new life to empty signs in the metro. The project was put on through efforts from Friends of Orphan Signs, Risolana, and the city's
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Murder sentence, Suspect video, Mild and dry, New exhibit, Angel Fire flights

  20-12-2024 14:37 via krqe.com
  
  Friday's Top Stories
  37 migrants found inside tractor trailer truck in southern New MexicoAlbuquerque man looks to inspire kids facing homelessnessNMDOJ releases report on NMSU basketball hazing scandalAPS Board of Education votes to close Taft Middle SchoolSanta Claus and the Grinch pay a visit to children at UNM Hospital
  Friday's Five Facts[1] New Mexico woman who killed 2 in wrong-way crash sentenced to life in prison – Convicted of murder in the wrong-way freeway crash that killed a Sa
  
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• What's happening around New Mexico December 20-26

  20-12-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from December 20-26.Albuquerque
  December 20-21 The Show – Albuquerque's longest-running comedy show happens every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12.December 20-22 Christmas Cookie Decorating Workshop for Kids – For $15, each child will decorate 3 large, delicious cookies to take home and enjoy. Plus, while they’re getting creative, they’ll have the chance to explore Big Jim Farms. The
  
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• Mild & dry in New Mexico until Christmas

  20-12-2024 13:27 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Seasonably cold air has been the big story on Autumn's last morning with dry air despite some passing clouds. Bitterly colder air is present in the San Luis Valley to the Enchanted Circle, as well as from the Four Corners to the Gila National Forest, as air temperatures are just above zero to the teens for most of those communities, while most other areas are experiencing air temperatures in the upper teens, 20s, 30s, and lower 40s from north-northwest to south-southeas
  
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• Dry and mild weather continues through this upcoming weekend

  20-12-2024 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  The stretch of mild December weather continues across New Mexico. Temperatures stay mild through Christmas with a storm that could bring wind and snow to parts of the state.It’s a much warmer afternoon across eastern New Mexico Thursday, where highs are a few degrees to 20° warmer compared to yesterday. It has stayed sunny and dry across New Mexico again today as well. Our stretch of quiet and mild December will continue into the weekend, with temperatures staying on a slow warming tre
  
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• Albuquerque man looks to inspire kids facing homelessness

  20-12-2024 06:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Donovan Smith is no stranger to Albuquerque news. KRQE News 13 first talked about in 2014 when he and his mother recovered from homelessness and decided to give back by donating thousands of homemade soap bars.Story continues below
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• New Mexico Automotive Dealers Association grants scholarships to aspiring mechanics

  20-12-2024 06:12 via krqe.com
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Due to an aging workforce, fewer graduates, and the rapid evolution of vehicle technology there is a shortage of car mechanics in the state. However, the New Mexico Automotive Dealers Association is looking to change that.The New Mexico Broadcasters Association on behalf of KRQE Media Group, partnered with the dealers association awarding $10,000 worth of scholarships to five worthy recipients.Jack Schliening who is working at Honda Subaru of Santa Fe, received a c
  
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• Cumber's career night leads Lobos past Sacramento State

  20-12-2024 06:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lobo women's basketball team held a three point lead against Sacramento State on Thursday night. New Mexico ended up winning by 12 with a score of 69-57.
  Vianè Cumber scored 12 points in the fourth quarter and finished the night with a career-high 25 points. Cumber connected on 9-13 field goals (4-4 in the fourth quarter) and 5-8 from three-point range. She also racked up eight rebounds and three assists."I think it's just taking every shot with c
  
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• Albuquerque International Sunport offering flights to Angel Fire

  20-12-2024 05:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Flights from Albuquerque to Angel Fire kicked off on Thursday. Leaders came together to celebrate the inaugural flight.ABQ Ride recaps 2024, discusses plans for 2025Advanced Air will offer daily flights from the Albuquerque International Sunport to the Colfax County Airport five days a week. The King Air 350 turboprop aircraft fits nine passengers and the flight is under an hour. One-way tickets are $81.
  
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• Albuquerque Community Safety holds Christmas event in the International District

  20-12-2024 04:47 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Dozens of community members came together spreading the Christmas spirit to families and kids in the International District. Albuquerque Community Safety and the organization Women in Leadership hosted the event. Albuquerque balloon museum looking to add outdoor play exhibitThe group said after such a good turnout for their Halloween trunk-or-treat event, they had to do something for Christmas. "The community knows that this center is safe and that's what we
  
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• New Mexico woman who killed 2 in wrong way crash sentenced to life in prison

  20-12-2024 03:36 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Convicted of murder in the wrong-way freeway crash that killed a Santa Fe police officer and retired Las Vegas firefighter, Jeannine Jaramillo will spend life behind bars. There were some dramatic moments at the end of the hearing as Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer suggested Jaramillo was a liar and Jaramillo claimed she wasn't a murderer.Story continues below
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• CYFD group home for girls called 'HOPE House' opens in Albuquerque

  20-12-2024 02:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Amid continuing struggles to recruit foster families throughout the state, New Mexico's Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) is taking more steps to house at-risk children in a home-like environment instead of having them stay in their offices. News 13 spoke with the CYFD secretary about their latest group home that opened a week ago in Albuquerque.Story continues below
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• Santa Claus and the Grinch pay a visit to children at UNM Hospital

  20-12-2024 02:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  Spending the holidays in the hospital is tough, especially if you're a kid. Holiday rituals are meaningful and help mark special moments and the University of New Mexico Hospital is making sure, no one misses out. UNMH called on two special holiday figures to pay a visit to each and every child.Story continues below
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• Albuquerque balloon museum looking to add outdoor play exhibit

  20-12-2024 02:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a one-of-a-kind showcase for hot air ballooning history but Albuquerque's balloon museum has spent a long time trying to draw bigger crowds year-round. so, could new outdoor playground-like exhibit help bring more families? The museum is now working to raise millions for the kid-focused idea that they hope to break ground on next year.Story continues below
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• Stretch of mild December weather continues

  20-12-2024 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  The stretch of mild December weather continues across New Mexico. Temperatures stay mild through Christmas with a storm that could bring wind and snow to parts of the state.
  It's a much warmer afternoon across eastern New Mexico Thursday, where highs are a few degrees to 20° warmer compared to yesterday. It has stayed sunny and dry across New Mexico again today as well. Our stretch of quiet and mild December will continue into the weekend, with temperatures staying on a slow warming trend. W
  
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• ABQ Ride recaps 2024, discusses plans for 2025

  20-12-2024 00:11 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – ABQ Ride highlighted its achievements from the past year and gave an early look at what they have planned for 2025. The City of Albuquerque's Transit Department said it has completed the last phase of its ABQ Ride Forward Plan to revamp Albuquerque's bus route network.APS Board of Education votes to close Taft Middle SchoolThe plan will be submitted to Albuquerque City Council in the coming week, and the department expects to implement it next year. Transit
  
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