• Chiefs-Bills AFC Championship sets record numbers with ratings

    Chiefs-Bills AFC Championship sets record numbers with ratings
    KANSAS CITY, Mo. —The Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills highly anticipated AFC Championship lived up to the hype on Sunday, with the Chiefs pulling out a 32-29 win in the final minutes.America seemed to have liked what they saw as the game averaged 57.7 million viewers, making it the most watched AFC Championship dating back to 1988.Kansas City Chiefs give sneak peek of Super Bowl LIX jerseysViewership also saw a 4% increase from last year's AFC Championship between the Chiefs and Balti
  • What rights do undocumented immigrants have in the US?

    What rights do undocumented immigrants have in the US?
    AUSTIN (KXAN) — Amid reports of "enhanced targeted operations" conducted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Austin, it begs the question: What rights do undocumented immigrants have in the United States?As of 2022, the undocumented immigrant population reached 11 million people in the U.S., according to data from Pew Research Center released in July 2024. While the Constitution doesn't authorize immigrants from entering the U.S. outside the legal channels, there are protect
  • APD officer retires ahead of interview in connection to DWI Unit scandal

    APD officer retires ahead of interview in connection to DWI Unit scandal
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department announced on Tuesday that Lt. Kyle Curtis retired from the department before he could be interviewed as part of the investigation into the DWI Unit scandal. He previously worked in the DWI Unit.
    Curtis was one of two officers placed on leave on Friday. The U.S. Attorney's Office told APD that he was "Giglio-impaired" which could have called into question his credibility in court.Related Coverage:
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  • Bird flu has made eggs more expensive — does it also make them unsafe to eat?

    Bird flu has made eggs more expensive — does it also make them unsafe to eat?
    (NEXSTAR) — Eggs are expensive, if you can even find them at your local grocery store, and prices are only expected to climb this year.The main factor that has sent egg prices rising is the bird flu, which may draw a whole new concern to your mind: are eggs even safe to eat right now?Generally, yes.Eggs are about to get even more expensive, expert says. Here’s how muchThe U.S. Department of Agriculture also reports that the chances of eggs or poultry infected by the bird flu entering
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  • Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump admin's freeze on federal grants, loans

    Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump admin's freeze on federal grants, loans
    WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked a push from President Donald Trump to pause federal funding while his administration conducts an across-the-board ideological review to uproot progressive initiatives.The Trump administration plan plunged the U.S. government into panic and confusion and set the stage for a constitutional clash over control of taxpayer money.The order from U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan came minutes before the funding freeze wa
  • New Mexico State Police adds new member to bomb squad

    New Mexico State Police adds new member to bomb squad
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police added a new member to their team.Rosco, a three-and-a-half-year-old Belgian Malinois, was adopted by state police from the NASA Kennedy Space Center.Story continues below
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  • New Mexico State University receiving national recognition for online classes

    New Mexico State University receiving national recognition for online classes
    LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State University is getting national attention for its digital classes. Several of the university's online programs were named among the best in the country, by the U.S. News publication. NMSU's bachelor's in psychology made it to the #25 spot. Their masters in criminal justice came in at #52 and the bachelor's in business ranked 68th. Overall, the online bachelor's program ranked 84th overall. ENMU celebrating Black History Month with multipl
  • Top 10 best breakfast spots in Albuquerque, according to Yelp

    Top 10 best breakfast spots in Albuquerque, according to Yelp
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  From breakfast burritos to huevos rancheros, from croissants to waffles, from omelets to eggs Benedict, Albuquerque boasts a wide selection of restaurants serving delicious breakfasts, and Yelp reviewers have helped to compile a list of the top ten locations in the city.1. The FarmacyLocated in Nob Hill, The Farmacy's carefully crafted dishes fuse the familiar comfort foods of the Southwest with chef and owner Jacob Elliot's background in the Pacific N
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  • Albuquerque Public Schools to host virtual school choice fair

    Albuquerque Public Schools to host virtual school choice fair
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –Albuquerque Public Schools plans to help families choose which school is the right fit for their kids.
    Story continues below
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    APS will host a virtual school choice fair Thursday, allowing families to explore the 24 magnet programs
  • ENMU celebrating Black History Month with multiple events

    ENMU celebrating Black History Month with multiple events
    PORTALES, N.M. (KRQE) – Eastern New Mexico University is celebrating Black History Month with several events happening throughout February. The school's African American Affairs Office is starting the festivities on February 3 with a tabling event. Next week will also feature a comedy show and free pizza at Thursday's Greyhound basketball game.Eastern New Mexico University launches new virtual campus tourFull list of events:
    Monday, February 3 at 11:30 a.m. – Black History
  • Rio Rancho man who broke into several storage units receives sentence

    Rio Rancho man who broke into several storage units receives sentence
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A Rio Rancho man who broke into multiple storage units in Albuquerque was sentenced in court Tuesday.According to court documents, Alex Doerr, 28, broke into six different storage units between January and February. Officials said he stole items, including guns, worth thousands of dollars.Story continues below
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  • Kansas City Chiefs give sneak peek of Super Bowl LIX jerseys

    Kansas City Chiefs give sneak peek of Super Bowl LIX jerseys
    KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Kansas City Chiefs have shared a quick snap-shot of their third-straight Super Bowl jerseys, and they are pretty cool, to say the least.On Tuesday morning, the official X profile of the Chiefs shared four photos of the white, red and gold jerseys, as well as the infamous Super Bowl LIX patch in the top right corner.
    But unlike other patches adorned on previous Chiefs-Super Bowl jerseys, this one features a unique and colorful design with historic and cultural ties to the
  • Wendy’s, Girl Scouts team up for new Frosty flavor

    Wendy’s, Girl Scouts team up for new Frosty flavor
    (WJET/WFXP) — Move over, Shamrock Shake, a new mint-flavored treat is coming to a drive-thru near you.Just as its beloved cookie season begins, the Girl Scouts are teaming up with Wendy’s to offer a new limited-edition Thin Mints Frosty."Everyone knows Thin Mints are extra delicious when frozen," Wendy's said.Story continues below
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  • States lose access to Medicaid payment portal amid Trump federal aid freeze

    States lose access to Medicaid payment portal amid Trump federal aid freeze
    Related video: Trump's cabinet takes shape(The Hill) – State Medicaid programs across the country are reporting they've lost access to federal payment portals one day after President Trump announced a freeze on federal grants and aid.On Monday, acting director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Matthew Vaeth issued a memo stating agencies must halt “all activities related to obligation or disbursement of all federal financial assistance” to the “extent admissibl
  • Two New Mexico restaurants named as 2025's most romantic

    Two New Mexico restaurants named as 2025's most romantic
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – OpenTable, the online restaurant and reservation website, released its list of "2025's Top 100 Romantic Restaurants," and two New Mexico businesses made the ranking. From little hole-in-the-walls to spots that overlook entire cities, there's plenty of variety across the entire U.S. on the 2025 list.If you are looking for a romantic New Mexico spot to eat this Valentine's Day, OpenTable recommends checking out Geronimo or Sazón in Santa Fe.Geronimo offer
  • Weaker winter storm moving in tomorrow

    Weaker winter storm moving in tomorrow
    Seasonably warm temperatures continue this afternoon. A backdoor cold front will move through eastern New Mexico tomorrow as the winter storm moves into the state.
    Our next winter storm has settled over central Arizona this afternoon. Over the day and through the night this storm will move into New Mexico. By tomorrow afternoon, the low pressure of the storm should be centered near central New Mexico.
    The first drops of snow and rain associated with this storm will fall in the northwest overnigh
  • Trump says drones over New Jersey were 'not the enemy'

    Trump says drones over New Jersey were 'not the enemy'
    (The Hill) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the drone sightings over New Jersey late last year were either authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or were from hobbyists and enthusiasts.White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt read a statement from Trump at her first press briefing that the FAA had flown drones in the area for research purposes."Many of these drones were also hobbyist, recreational and private individuals that enjoy flying drones," she said. "
  • Kirtland Air Force Base scheduled to conduct prescribed burns

    Kirtland Air Force Base scheduled to conduct prescribed burns
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Kirtland Air Force Base is scheduled to conduct prescribed burns between January 29 and February 5, 2025. The burns are planned in remote areas of the base to help reduce wildfire risk.
    Story continues below
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    Burns will begin early in th
  • Former MDC officer sentenced for running over someone in Albuquerque

    Former MDC officer sentenced for running over someone in Albuquerque
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A former Metropolitan Detention Center officer was sentenced to two years behind bars Tuesday for running over and killing someone in 2024. 34-year-old Christopher Facey had pleaded no contest to knowingly leaving the scene of an accident.
    Story continues below
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  • U.S. 180 closing for rock blasting in southwestern New Mexico

    U.S. 180 closing for rock blasting in southwestern New Mexico
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Transportation is widening U.S. 180 from a two-lane road to a four-lane road from Bayard to Hurley.
    Story continues below
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    Crews planned a rock blast for Wednesday, January 29, at 12 p.m. U.S. 180 will b
  • Fewer than half in new poll trust Trump, RFK Jr. to make right recommendations on health issues

    Fewer than half in new poll trust Trump, RFK Jr. to make right recommendations on health issues
    (The Hill) – Fewer than half of Americans in a new poll say they trust President Trump or his health-related nominees to make recommendations on the nation's pressing health care issues.The latest KFF survey, published Tuesday, finds 42 percent of respondents say they have either a great deal or fair amount of trust in Trump to make the right recommendations when it comes to health issues.A similar 43 percent say the same about Dr. Mehmet Oz, Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Medi
  • Las Vegas ice cream truck mistaken for ICE vehicle: 'I'm an ice cream man, that's it'

    Las Vegas ice cream truck mistaken for ICE vehicle: 'I'm an ice cream man, that's it'
    LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Social media posts mistakenly identified a law enforcement-themed Las Vegas ice cream truck as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement vehicle, leading its owner to fear for his safety.“ICE and Border Patrol don't use trucks from 1985,” Billy Settlemyers, the owner of Las Vegas Ice Cream Patrol, said Monday.Last week, a person posted a video of Settlemyers’ black-and-white truck driving into a neighborhood with the caption: “Please be on the lookout for
  • Weather forces Blue Origin to scrub launch of short space trip

    Weather forces Blue Origin to scrub launch of short space trip
    EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — After an extended delay brought on by unfavorable weather conditions and a vehicle issue that required troubleshooting, Blue Origin has scrubbed its Tuesday morning launch.This trip was intended to simulate the moon's gravity and would have flown 30 payloads, according to the company.The launch window for the New Shepard flight, NS-29, opened at 9 a.m. MT/11 a.m. ET at Launch Site One outside of Van Horn, Texas. The launch was placed on a weather hold shortly before
  • Why February's Supplemental Security Income checks are coming early

    Why February's Supplemental Security Income checks are coming early
    (NEXSTAR) — If you receive Supplemental Security Income from the Social Security Administration, you know the last two payments have been a bit out-of-order. The next two will be the same, too.Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries include those with disabilities and older adults with little to no income. In 2025, the maximum monthly payment is $967 for an individual and $1,450 for a couple, though amounts can vary based on a person's income, living situation, and whether they re
  • 'Unimaginable': Girl dies after mom set house on fire, police say

    'Unimaginable': Girl dies after mom set house on fire, police say
    GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A Michigan mother faces arson charges after investigators say she set fire to her home with her children inside, sending one of her daughters to the hospital where she later died.Family members said the 12-year-old girl, Shamiya Stewart, died just after 8 p.m. Monday at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids.A family member holds up a photo of Shamiya Stewart. (Jan. 27, 2025)"Her life is hanging in the balance and her dad has a tough decision to make,"
  • Coca-Cola launches new Orange Cream flavor

    Coca-Cola launches new Orange Cream flavor
    A year after the launch of the short-lived Coca-Cola Spiced, Coke is adding another new flavor to its lineup.Coca-Cola Orange Cream is scheduled to go on sale Feb. 10 in the U.S. and Canada. It will be sold in regular and zero sugar varieties.This undated photo shows Coca-Cola Orange Cream. (Coca-Cola via AP)This undated photo shows Coca-Cola Orange Cream. (Coca-Cola via AP)Atlanta-based Coca-Cola Co. said Monday that it developed the soda, which mixes cola with orange and vanilla flavors,
  • Shooting at Indiana grocery store leaves 3 dead, including the suspect, and 2 officers wounded

    Shooting at Indiana grocery store leaves 3 dead, including the suspect, and 2 officers wounded
    ELKHART, Ind. (AP) — A shooting at a grocery store in northern Indiana on Monday left three people dead, including the suspected shooter, and two police officers wounded, officials said.Police received a 911 call at about 5:30 p.m. about a shooting at Martin’s Super Market in Elkhart, the city police department said in a social media post. When officers arrived, they found two shooting victims dead inside the store.When police “engaged” the shooting suspect outside the st
  • Selena Gomez deletes tearful video: 'All my people are getting attacked'

    Selena Gomez deletes tearful video: 'All my people are getting attacked'
    (The Hill) - A video showing Selena Gomez sobbing while saying, "All my people are getting attacked" with an image of the Mexican flag appears to have been deleted from her social media page amid the new Trump administration's immigration crackdown.The Instagram Story clip of the crying "Only Murders in the Building" star was reportedly posted Monday before being deleted.In the video, Gomez was seen wiping away tears as her voice breaks."I just want to say that I'm so sorry. All my people are ge
  • American Airlines worker struck, killed by vehicle at Charlotte Airport

    American Airlines worker struck, killed by vehicle at Charlotte Airport
    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WJZY) — A worker at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) died Monday after being struck by an airline ramp vehicle on the tarmac, local police have confirmed.The accident took place around 9:30 a.m. Airport officials did not disclose the circumstances surrounding the accident, but did say that only one vehicle was involved.American Airlines later identified the deceased worker as one of its own."We are devastated by the accident involving a team member at Charlott
  • California officials push back on Trump's claim that US military entered state, 'turned on the water'

    California officials push back on Trump's claim that US military entered state, 'turned on the water'
    (The Hill) – California Department of Water Resources (CDWR) is pushing back on President Trump’s recent claim that the U.S. military entered the state and "turned on the water" in the wake of devastating wildfires that left lasting damage in the southern part of the state.“The United States Military just entered the Great State of California and, under Emergency Powers, TURNED ON THE WATER flowing abundantly from the Pacific Northwest, and beyond,” Trump wrote in a late
  • Trump administration freezes nearly all federal loans and grants

    Trump administration freezes nearly all federal loans and grants
    (The Hill) - The Trump administration late Monday directed federal agencies to pause the disbursement of loans and grants while the government conducts a review to ensure spending aligns with President Trump’s agenda.A memo issued by acting director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Matthew Vaeth directs federal agencies to temporarily pause “all activities related to obligation or disbursement of all Federal financial assistance.”“This temporary pause will pro
  • Doomsday Clock now closer than ever to 'midnight': What does this mean?

    Doomsday Clock now closer than ever to 'midnight': What does this mean?
    (NEXSTAR) – The Doomsday Clock, a concept designed by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists to represent humanity’s proximity to a global catastrophe, moved slightly closer to "midnight" on Tuesday.The clock's hands now indicate that the earth is just 89 seconds from midnight — the closest it's ever been to "doomsday."The clock was last reset in January 2023, when moved to 90 seconds from midnight. LA wildfires raise concerns about the toxic pollutants they could be unleashing"
  • 'Give Kids a Smile Day' provides free dental care for San Juan County children

    'Give Kids a Smile Day' provides free dental care for San Juan County children
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The San Juan College Dental Hygiene Program is teaming up with the Northwest District Dental Society to host 'Give Kids a Smile Day' on February 7 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Story continues below
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  • KRQE Newsfeed: DWI scandal, Illegal farms, Snow ahead, Infrastructure funds, Road improvements

    KRQE Newsfeed: DWI scandal, Illegal farms, Snow ahead, Infrastructure funds, Road improvements
    Tuesday's Top Stories
    New Mexico’s U.S. Attorney Sheds Light On ‘Secretive’ JobTax season is here. What you need to know to file your 2024 taxes in New MexicoSan Miguel County deputy on leave facing new charge for leaving scene of crashNew Mexico Strike Team leader speaks about fighting California wildfiresReport reveals record-breaking levels of PFAS at Holloman LakeLawmakers want to bring paid family and medical leave to New MexicoGoogle Maps to rename ‘Gulf of Mexico&r
  • Gusty cooldown as winter storm soon arrives

    Gusty cooldown as winter storm soon arrives
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Seasonably cold air with still dry air is once again starting off across The Land of Enchantment, but out in front of the next winter storm's arrival by tomorrow especially, afternoon temperatures will mostly be above-normal today with shifting winds that will pick up in strength. From the northern-mountain community areas from the Four Corners through the San Juan Mountains to the Enchanted Circle, temperatures, while slightly higher than yesterday for more areas than
  • Gusty cooldown as winter storm heads to New Mexico

    Gusty cooldown as winter storm heads to New Mexico
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Seasonably cold air with still dry air is once again starting off across The Land of Enchantment, but out in front of the next winter storm's arrival by tomorrow especially, afternoon temperatures will mostly be above-normal today with shifting winds that will pick up in strength. From the northern-mountain community areas from the Four Corners through the San Juan Mountains to the Enchanted Circle, temperatures, while slightly higher than yesterday for more areas than
  • New Mexico’s U.S. Attorney Sheds Light On ‘Secretive’ Job

    New Mexico’s U.S. Attorney Sheds Light On ‘Secretive’ Job
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's Top federal law enforcement officer peels back the curtain on what's historically been a pretty secretive job. The state's U.S. Attorney's Office is responsible for prosecuting federal crimes ranging from murder, organized crime, and issues in Indian Country, to investigating and prosecuting public corruption.
    This week on the New Mexico News Insiders podcast, New Mexico's U.S. Attorney, Alexander Uballez, shares some of his proudest moments se
  • Google Maps to rename 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America'

    Google Maps to rename 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America'
    (The Hill) - Google said on Monday that it will change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" in Google Maps once it is updated in the U.S. Geographic Names System.Google Maps will also change the name of Denali in Alaska to "Mount McKinley.""We’ve received a few questions about naming within Google Maps. We have a longstanding practice of applying name changes when they have been updated in official government sources," the company said in an X post.Story continues below
    Legi
  • Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument to reopen after seasonal closure

    Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument to reopen after seasonal closure
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument will reopen on February 1 following a seasonal closure. The monument had opened for a short time after having been closed for several years as officials worked out plans to protect the area. New Mexico Strike Team leader speaks about fighting California wildfiresVisitors will have to purchase a Bureau of Land Management ticket and a Cochiti Pueblo Tribal Access Pass.
  • Scattered snow and rain showers move in Wednesday

    Scattered snow and rain showers move in Wednesday
    A winter storm will move into New Mexico Wednesday. Snow could bring travel impacts to western and northern New Mexico through Thursday.Warmer weather continued to move into New Mexico Monday. This also came with breezy winds, especially across the southwest part of the state. Tuesday will be similar to Monday with more mild temperatures and a breezy southwest wind. Some light rain and mountain snow will move into the Four Corners late Tuesday night.
    Unfortunately, the winter storm we've been ke
  • West Mesa's Monique Sena reaches 1,000 career points

    West Mesa's Monique Sena reaches 1,000 career points
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –West Mesa High School stand-out girls basketball player, Monique Sena hit a career milestone on Friday night scoring her 1,000th career point in a 59-39 victory over Rio Grande.Story continues below
    Legislature: Bill would require NM university board of regents members to get ethics and financial trainingCrime: FBI investigates two marijuana-growing operations in Torrance CountyNews: Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman speaks on actions taken by P
  • San Miguel County deputy on leave facing new charge for leaving scene of crash

    San Miguel County deputy on leave facing new charge for leaving scene of crash
    SAN MIGUEL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A law enforcement officer who has been accused of wrongdoing before, is now accused of leaving the scene of an accident in his personal truck. But his defense attorney told KRQE News 13 it's not what it seems.Story continues below
    Legislature: Bill would require NM university board of regents members to get ethics and financial trainingCrime: FBI investigates two marijuana-growing operations in Torrance CountyNews: Bernalillo County District Attorney S
  • AFR responds to fire near Central and San Mateo

    AFR responds to fire near Central and San Mateo
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue said it responded to a fire near the old Bank of the West building on Monday. According to AFR, crews were sent around 3:30 p.m. and found that there was smoke coming from a stairwell that led to a basement. Albuquerque Community Safety expands training, welcomes 13 new recruitsCrews were able to get the fire under control and no one was injured. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
  • Report reveals record-breaking levels of PFAS at Holloman Lake

    Report reveals record-breaking levels of PFAS at Holloman Lake
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico is breaking records but not in a good way. The state's Environment Department found unprecedented levels of “forever chemicals” in a state lake. The Department of Health issued a warning to residents, especially hunters."New Mexico, wake up. We got to do something about PFAS contamination,” said James Kenney, Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Environment Department.Story continues below
    Legislature: Bill would require NM university bo
  • Donovan Dent Earns Mountain West Player of the Week Honors

    Donovan Dent Earns Mountain West Player of the Week Honors
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Donovan Dent was named Mountain West Player of the Week on Monday. The UNM stand-out guard earned this honor after leading the Lobos to wins over Fresno State and at UNLV.
    This Player of the Week honor marks the third of the season for Dent. He became the first Lobo to earn three awards in a single season since Elijah Brown in 2015-16. Over last week's two victories, Dent averaged 27.0 points, 5.5 assists, and 2.5 rebounds per game. In UNM's 75-73 win at UNL
  • Jalin Fuller takes out ranked opponent in professional Muay Thai debut

    Jalin Fuller takes out ranked opponent in professional Muay Thai debut
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Coalition Muay Thai fight card was held on Saturday at the Manuel Lujan Building at Expo New Mexico, and headlining the event was New Mexico's own, Jalin Fuller. A seasoned pro in the MMA ranks, Fuller made a successful Muay Thai debut stopping ranked opponent Zach Bunnell with a third-round TKO."You know, just crowding us, you know it was one of those games where we weren't making a lot of shots. The first half was obviously very choppy with all the fre
  • Bernalillo County asks for infrastructure funding from lawmakers

    Bernalillo County asks for infrastructure funding from lawmakers
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is outlining its request for lawmakers to improve Albuquerque's infrastructure. The county wants $5 million to help reconstruct Isleta and Bridge Blvd.Albuquerque Isotopes look to hire stadium staff for 2025 seasonThe county also wants $562,000 to construct drainage and improve the roadway on BarcelonaRd. and Blake Rd. Lastly, they want $350,000 to design, construct, and install "traffic calming devices."
  • New Mexico Strike Team leader speaks about fighting California wildfires 

    New Mexico Strike Team leader speaks about fighting California wildfires 
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Strike Team leader spoke about fighting California wildfires After more than two weeks of fighting historic wildfires in California, New Mexico's crews are back home. "It's good to be back home," said Nathan Miller, New Mexico strike team leader. Story continues below
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  • Top federal prosecutor vows corruption scheme 'won't happen again'

    Top federal prosecutor vows corruption scheme 'won't happen again'
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Federal prosecutors are echoing the call to the community to come forward if they were involved in the scheme or targeted by officers or attorneys. The state's chief federal prosecutor sat down with KRQE Investigates, finally speaking publicly about a tight-lipped investigation.Related Coverage:
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  • 'Has to be greed:' FBI Albuquerque talks DWI public corruption investigation 

    'Has to be greed:' FBI Albuquerque talks DWI public corruption investigation 
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The man in charge of the FBI's investigation into a DWI dismissal scheme mainly operated by members of the Albuquerque Police Department, at least two other law enforcement agencies, and legal professionals says the work is far from over.FBI Albuquerque Special Agent in Charge Raul Bujanda explained that the discovery of what could be the state's largest public corruption scandal reflects poorly on all members of law enforcement. "It's a stain on every

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