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• USAID security leaders on leave after trying to keep Musk's DOGE from classified info, officials say

  02-02-2025 22:52 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has placed two top security chiefs at the U.S. Agency for International Development on leave after they refused to turn over classified material in restricted areas to Elon Musk's government inspection teams, a current and a former U.S. official told The Associated Press on Sunday.Members of Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, eventually did gain access Saturday to the aid agency's classified information, which includes inte
  
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• EU warns Trump it would ‘respond firmly’ to tariffs

  02-02-2025 22:05 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — The European Union (EU) said it will “respond firmly” if President Donald Trump signs tariffs that could impact its member countries.A spokesperson for the union said that the 27-member group was not aware of any additional tariffs being imposed on EU products but said the use of tariffs is “hurtful on all sides,” Bloomberg reported.“The EU would respond firmly to any trading partner that unfairly or arbitrarily imposes tariffs on EU goods,”
  
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• Secretary of State Hegseth to visit Fort Bliss, border

  02-02-2025 22:04 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will visit Fort Bliss and the southern border on Monday, Feb. 3, Fort Bliss announced.Hegseth will visit Joint Task Force North, which is headquartered at Fort Bliss. This organization is part of the U.S. Northern Command. Both have been providing support to the border mission with joint reception, staging, movement, and training activities when troops arrive at Fort Bliss for the border mission. It’s ‘all hands on deck&
  
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• Secretary of Defense Hegseth to visit Fort Bliss, southern border

  02-02-2025 22:04 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will visit Fort Bliss and the southern border on Monday, Feb. 3, Fort Bliss announced.Hegseth will visit Joint Task Force North, which is headquartered at Fort Bliss. This organization is part of U.S. Northern Command. Both have been providing support to the border mission with joint reception, staging, movement and training activities when troops arrive at Fort Bliss for the border mission. Fort Bliss provides support, training for
  
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• Passengers, crew killed in 'high-impact' air ambulance crash in Philadelphia identified

  02-02-2025 22:00 via krqe.com
  
  Video above: A doorbell camera captures the moment a medical plane crashed in Northeast Philadelphia, killing all six aboard and a person on the ground.(NEXSTAR) — Six of the victims in Friday's deadly medical plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia have been identified, according to multiple reports.
  There were six people, all from Mexico, aboard the Jet Rescue Air Ambulance when it crashed onto a busy street Friday night. All six, including a child patient who had just completed treatment
  
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• Chiefs depart Kansas City for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans

  02-02-2025 21:57 via krqe.com
  
  KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Kansas City Chiefs are officially en route to New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX!At about 1 p.m. on Sunday, one week before the big game, the team arrived at the Kansas City International Airport (MCI) waiting to depart for the Louis Armstrong International Airport, bags and gear in hand, and ready to secure a historic three-peat title against the Philadelphia Eagles.As the star players, coaches, and staff walked to their gates, the team was greeted by the Chiefs Kingdom, who
  
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• Tariffs: What do Trump's executive orders say and how would they work?

  02-02-2025 21:54 via krqe.com
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — With a trio of executive orders, President Donald Trump has almost instantly thrown the world economy and his own goal of cutting inflation into turmoil.His tariffs against Canada and Mexico in order to stop illegal immigration and the illicit fentanyl trade led to retaliatory taxes by both countries on U.S. imports. He placed an additional 10% tariff on imports from China with the stated goal of stopping the production of fentanyl.But on a
  
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• NMSP: 1 injured in Grants officer-involved shooting

  02-02-2025 20:12 via krqe.com
  
  GRANTS, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) posted on X early Sunday morning that they were investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Grants Police Department and Cibola County Sheriff's Office. NMSP says one male was shot. APD releases more info on Friday’s officer-involved shootingThe post made at 12:05 a.m. says that the officers involved are "ok." Both directions of I-40 were closed for several hours at milepost 81, between Milan and Grants. News
  
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• Watch: Fans boo US national anthem at NHL game in Canada amid trade war 

  02-02-2025 19:53 via krqe.com
  
  OTTAWA, Canada (KTLA) — Canadians seemingly aren’t too happy with the tariffs being imposed on their country by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump signed an order Saturday to impose stiff tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, which drew swift retaliation and sparked a trade war. The economic emergency declared by the president places duties of 10% on all imports from China and 25% on all imports from Mexico and Canada. Energy imported from Canada – includ
  
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• Airport employee injured in collision with aircraft wing at Chicago's O'Hare

  02-02-2025 19:50 via krqe.com
  
  CHICAGO (WGN) — The driver of a tug vehicle at Chicago O'Hare International Airport was injured Saturday evening after colliding with the wing of an airplane. Chicago police said the incident happened just before 7 p.m.Air Wisconsin Flight 6181, was approaching a gate at O'Hare, a statement from the FAA explains. It had departed from Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport in Michigan.The wing of an aircraft reportedly hit a tug as the vehicle tried to cross an active taxiway. The imp
  
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• Are you chatting with a robot? ‘The Dead Internet Theory’ explained

  02-02-2025 19:48 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Have you ever considered that most people on the other end of your social media conversations may be artificial intelligence?Some suggest it’s becoming more and more likely every year.It’s called "The Dead Internet Theory." The idea is that most of the internet is dominated by AI-generated content, with human-to-human interaction becoming increasingly rare.Its earliest origins are traced back to a 2021 post on a Macintosh forum by a user named IlluminatiPirate, who
  
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• Beyoncé announces 'Cowboy Carter' tour

  02-02-2025 19:17 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — It's the moment Beyoncé fans have all been waiting for: the music icon is taking her "Cowboy Carter" album on tour.A simple video posted to Instagram late Saturday night confirmed what many speculated Beyoncé had teased after performing during halftime of a Christmas Day matchup between the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens. The flashing sign in the video reads just "Cowboy Carter Tour."In a follow-up post, this time a photo of Beyoncé, the capt
  
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• Abbott ends DEI programs in state agencies

  02-02-2025 19:15 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order Friday that directed all Texas state agencies to eliminate any forms of DEI policies. “DEI agendas divide us rather than unite us and have no place in the state of Texas,” Abbott said.Previously in 2023, Abbott signed a bill banning DEI practices at Texas’ public institutions of higher education.“We must always reject race-based favoritism or discrimination and allow people to advance based on talent a
  
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• These Girl Scout cookies are sold under different names: Here’s why

  02-02-2025 19:13 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — A painfully short but pleasantly sweet time of year is back again — no, we’re not talking about tax season or Mardi Gras. It’s something even better: Girl Scout cookie season. Girl Scouts nationwide are gearing up to sell boxes upon boxes of Thin Mints, Trefoils, Lemonades, and, for the final time, two other “beloved” cookies.Regardless of where you live, there is likely a Girl Scout troop near you ready to sell you a box (or multiple). 
  
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• Trump: Potential pain caused by tariffs ‘worth the price that must be paid’

  02-02-2025 19:12 via krqe.com
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. (The Hill) — President Donald Trump on Sunday defended his decision to impose sweeping tariffs on the United States’ top three trading partners, even as he acknowledged there may be “some pain” caused by the economic fallout.Trump took to Truth Social Sunday morning after he signed off on 25 percent tariffs on Canada, 25 percent tariffs on Mexico, and 10 percent tariffs on China, which appear likely to set off a significant trade war. Trump hit back at cr
  
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• China to file lawsuit with WTO, vows 'countermeasures' in response to Trump tariffs

  02-02-2025 19:09 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — China’s Ministry of Commerce said it would file a legal case against the United States at the World Trade Organization (WTO), in response to President Donald Trump’s decision Saturday to impose 10 percent tariffs on Chinese goods.In a statement, the ministry’s spokesperson vowed further “countermeasures” against the United States but did not specify what steps it would take.“The unilateral tariff increase by the United States seriously viola
  
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• How to save money on your taxes

  02-02-2025 19:04 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Before you sit down to do your taxes, make sure you're doing all you can do to save money when filing.Here are some of the top ways to save:Take advantage of tax creditsWhen filing your taxes, make sure you're taking any credits available to you. Some common tax credits include the earned income tax credit, the child tax credit and the child and dependent care tax credit. Beneficiaries under Social Security Fairness Act could be waiting ‘more than one year’ for a
  
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• Will La Niña be a 'bust' this winter? Meteorologist explains why it may feel like it

  02-02-2025 18:56 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – After months of teasing, a La Niña winter has finally started – but we don't blame you if you haven't noticed.
  This year's La Niña is looking short and weak. That makes it less likely we'll see all the classic effects of a La Niña year, explains Michelle L'Heureux, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center, in a recent blog post.Groundhog Day 2025: Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadowA "typical" La Niña
  
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• Epic Discounts: Valentine's Day gifts

  02-02-2025 18:51 via krqe.com
  
  BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Unique gift ideas to make this Valentine's Day extra specialThere’s time to order a great Valentine’s Day gift, so you might as well go for something that will make your partner especially happy. We’ve got top-of-the-line gift suggestions that are currently at amazing prices. So put your mind at ease and take care of your Valentine’s Day shopping now.
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• State of Texas: The Cost of Border Security Under a New White House Comes Into Focus

  02-02-2025 18:49 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (Nexstar) — As Governor Greg Abbott officially sets his agenda for lawmakers with Sunday’s State of the State Address, border security will remain a focus.Less than two weeks into the second Trump Administration, Gov. Abbott officially called on state agencies to work with the federal government. He issued five new executive orders this past week.These include:Directing state agencies to assist federal immigration officers.Directing the Texas Military Department to cooperate w
  
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• Chiefs Kingdom flocks to sporting goods store to meet Xavier Worthy

  02-02-2025 18:39 via krqe.com
  
  KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The DICK’S Sporting Goods store in Zona Rosa hosted an autograph signing event with Chiefs Wide Receiver Xavier Worthy Saturday. It’s one part of the ongoing celebration in the Kansas City metro as the Chiefs prepare to play in another Super Bowl. “Super great. I'm thankful he's willing to come out in the community and be a part of this,” said Alle Pattillo, a Chiefs fan who attended the meet and greet event. The opportunity to get an au
  
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• Millions in relief expected following lawsuit against NM Dept. of Workforce Solutions

  02-02-2025 18:34 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The state is forgiving and refunding millions of dollars to New Mexicans after state administrative errors caused tens of thousands of people to pay back unemployment benefit funds they received during the pandemic."We got tons of calls from people who were in dire straits, not getting the help they needed," said Stephanie Welch, Workers' Rights Director and attorney for New Mexico Center on Law & Poverty (NMCLP). "The individuals who got the benefits, who were
  
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• Video: Why police accuse former Santa Fe city employee of larceny

  02-02-2025 18:21 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A couple, traveling through Santa Fe for the holidays, were devastated when their checked box, full of Christmas gifts, was stolen. "We're not able to corroborate your story here,” an officer told John Dupuis in a lapel video.John Dupuis, former Director of Public Works and Utilities, was arrested after police said he stole a box full of Christmas gifts from the Santa Fe Regional Airport, but Dupuis told police he thought he was doing a nice thing for a f
  
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• State wildlife center rescues injured pelican in Santa Fe

  02-02-2025 17:55 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A large bird found himself in some trouble after crashing down in Santa Fe, injured and unable to fly. On Monday, Tony Carlson, one of the full-time rehabilitators at the New Mexico Wildlife Center (NMWC) received an unlikely call."Well, my first reaction when, you know, one of our administrative people came back and told me about the call was like, 'It's not going to be actually a pelican,'" shared Carlson. To their surprise, it was in fact a pelican!
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• Here are some goods in the crosshairs of Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

  02-02-2025 17:32 via krqe.com
  
  President Donald Trump signed an order to put tariffs on U.S. neighbors Canada and Mexico, as well as China, starting Tuesday. Canada and Mexico quickly announced retaliatory tariffs, while China said it would take “necessary countermeasures.”The business between the North American nations now exceeds China, totaling $1.8 trillion in 2023. That is far greater than the $643 billion in commerce that the U.S. did with China in that same year.
  Trump declared an economic emergency Saturda
  
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• How to watch and stream the Grammy Awards ceremony, red carpet arrivals and interviews

  02-02-2025 17:26 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 67th annual Grammy Awards are set to recognize some of the most talented performers and biggest hits in pop music on Sunday, with different ways to watch the festivities.
  Beyoncé enters as the leading nominee for her acclaimed album, “Cowboy Carter.”
  Here is what you need to know about the awards show, including how to watch or stream live and see the stars arrive on the red carpet.
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• Record breaking temperatures move into the state

  02-02-2025 14:29 via krqe.com
  
  Warmer weather will continue to move in through the beginning of the week. Winds will pick up through this afternoon across eastern parts of New Mexico, with wind gusts up to 45 mph possible. A couple of record-high temperatures are possible this afternoon.The warmest weather will move in Monday through Wednesday next week. Record and near-record high temperatures are likely across New Mexico with temperatures climbing into the upper 60s, 70s, and even 80s. A weak weather disturbance crossing Co
  
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• Lobo basketball earns 19-point win against Utah State

  02-02-2025 06:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lobo men's basketball team is now alone in first place in the Mountain West. UNM picked up an 82-63 win on the road against Utah State on Saturday night.The Lobos trailedat halftime but turned the corner in the second half. UNM went on a 10-0 run to gain a lead and never looked back.In total, five Lobos reached double-figures in scoring. Mustapha Amzil led the charge with 16. Other Lobos to reach at least ten points include Nelly Jr. Joseph (15), Do
  
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• Local animal nonprofit holding event to help California fire victims

  02-02-2025 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A local non-profit, Mutts Made Miracles, is getting ready to hold an event to help raise funds for a woman who has taken in dozens of people and animals in the wake of the California wildfires.“She's turned her home into a safe haven for the local families, so she offers them food, baby formula, she's had several pets who have gone to her with burn wounds and stuff like that, so she's opened up her home to provide a shelter and a place for emotion
  
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• Trump signs tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

  02-02-2025 01:48 via krqe.com
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. (The Hill) — President Trump on Saturday imposed significant tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, a White House spokesperson said, following through on a long-standing pledge and potentially setting off a trade war with the United States’ top trading partners."Tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China are SIGNED!" White House spokesperson Harrison Fields posted on the social media platform X.Story continues below
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• Record breaking temperatures return heading into next week

  02-02-2025 01:47 via krqe.com
  
  Warmer weather will continue to move in through the weekend. Winds will pick up through this afternoon across eastern parts of New Mexico, with wind gusts up to 45 mph possible. Winds will calm on Sunday, but temperatures will be even higher. A couple of record-high temperatures are possible Sunday afternoon.The warmest weather will move in Monday through Wednesday next week. Record and near-record high temperatures are likely across New Mexico with temperatures climbing into the upper 60s, 70s,
  
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• Albuquerque Sunport to feature new installations by local artists

  02-02-2025 01:46 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Sunport on Saturday announced the selection of four new installations by local artists to be featured in the food hall and throughout the concourse.
  “This Sunport renovation is a once-in-a-generation project and a unique opportunity to work with local artists and showcase our community’s culture and creativity,” said Mayor Keller in a press release. “Our airport is known for its iconic architecture, for the d
  
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• Michigan priest has license revoked after imitating Musk's gesture at Pro-Life Summit

  02-02-2025 01:31 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — A Michigan priest had his license rescinded by the Anglican Catholic Church after imitating a cross-body gesture that tech billionaire Elon Musk made at an event following President Trump's inauguration, which many characterized as a Nazi salute. Musk during a speech placed his right arm on the left side of his chest. He then extended the arm straight across. He turned around and did the same again, saying “My heart goes out to you.” The priest, Calvin Ro
  
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• Lincoln County group distributes $3.5M to fire, flood victims

  02-02-2025 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The Community Foundation of Lincoln County, through its Shelter Fund, has been at the forefront of helping Ruidoso residents get back on their feet after two devasting wildfires in summer 2024 and subsequent flash flooding.The Community Foundation said it distributed more than $3.5 million to more than 1,100 households.The Shelter Fund has been operating for more than 18 years. It was created by an anonymous donoer after the Little Bear Fire of 2012.The fund, for instanc
  
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• Albuquerque youth compete with officers in friendly 'Cops vs Kids' event

  02-02-2025 01:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque youth were able to hang out with officers from the Albuquerque Police Department, trying to beat them at board games. Saturday, APD hosted their "Cops vs Kids" event at Old Town Hobbies and Games.Story continues below
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• Poor shooting leads to Lobo women's third straight loss

  02-02-2025 01:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For a third consecutive game, the Lobo women's basketball team suffered a second half collapse. After trailing by only one point entering the fourth quarter, UNM only made one shot in the final quarter and lost 46-59.The fourth quarter shooting struggles highlighted an overall poor outing for the game. From the field, New Mexico shot 15-66 (22.7%) and the team shot 3-29 (10.3%) from three-point range. Final stats."That's one of the things that we were not do
  
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• Former NMSU basketball player hit with more charges in hazing scandal

  02-02-2025 01:18 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Prosecutors have added two additional charges to a former New Mexico State men's basketball player suspected in a hazing and sexual assault scandal. They have also added another victim in the case. In 2023, a grand jury indicted former Aggie player Deshawndre Washington on 13 charges related to the scandal. NMSU basketball player’s trialdate sees another delayWashington, along with two other former players, is accused of sexually assaulting teammates and stud
  
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• Two injured in shooting at Lobo Village

  02-02-2025 01:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The University of New Mexico Police say two people were injured in a shooting at Lobo Village Saturday morning. According to police, around 3:35 a.m. a male offender fired a gun into an apartment at Lobo Village striking two individuals.
  Police also say the male offender was armed with a handgun and described as a white male between the ages of 19-20 wearing all-black clothing. They also reported he had brown hair with blonde tips that were spiked with gel.
  
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