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• Stronger winds, snow, and rain move into New Mexico tonight

  13-03-2025 23:58 via krqe.com
  
  A powerful spring storm will likely bring a snow squall to parts of New Mexico tonight. High winds will continue to pick up through Friday morning with possible wind damage, blowing dust, and high fire danger.
  Windier weather has started moving into New Mexico Thursday afternoon with southwest winds gusting to as high as 50 mph across parts of the state. These winds will only continue to increase overnight as a strong storm system moves in. A line of rain and snow will start moving into western
  
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• Stronger winds, snow, and rain move into New Mexico Thursday night

  13-03-2025 23:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A powerful spring storm will likely bring a snow squall to parts of New Mexico tonight. High winds will continue to pick up through Friday morning with possible wind damage, blowing dust, and high fire danger.Windier weather has started moving into New Mexico Thursday afternoon with southwest winds gusting to as high as 50 mph across parts of the state. These winds will only continue to increase overnight as a strong storm system moves in. A line of rain and s
  
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• Energy companies prepare for potential power shutoffs during high winds

  13-03-2025 23:51 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – In northern New Mexico, the City of Las Vegas is bracing for possible planned power shutoffs on Friday amid the high winds. PNM announced the possibility of turning off power, depending on the conditions, to reduce wildfire risk.Bill would fund study looking at bringing lowrider museum to EspañolaIn eastern New Mexico, Xcel Energy is warning customers to prepare for likely shutoffs. The company has identified potential shutoff areas around Tucumcari, Ro
  
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• More speed cameras to be installed in Bernalillo County

  13-03-2025 23:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After six months of operating six-speed cameras, Bernalillo County said drivers are slowing down. Now they're getting a million dollars to expand the program.
  "This is the first time we've seen a decrease," said Eric Archuleta, Deputy County Manager for Public Works.
  In August of 2024, the county installed six cameras, two in the North Valley and four around the South Valley. "To date, we have 17,540 citations that have been paid, and if we kind of back thos
  
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• Megastorm to bring extreme weather to parts of the U.S. including New Mexico and Texas

  13-03-2025 23:36 via krqe.com
  
  More than 100 million people in the U.S. will be in the path of an intense March storm starting Friday as the sprawling multi-day system threatens fires, blizzards, tornadoes, and flooding as it tracks eastward across the Great Plains.Story continues below
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• Highland Hornets fly high into title game

  13-03-2025 23:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Highland may be the No. 8 seed of boy's class 5A, but the Hornets are back to playing at championship caliber. The defending champions are back to the title game for the third time in four years as Highland defeated Albuquerque Academy 66-37 in the semifinals on Thursday. 2025 high school basketball state tournament bracketsIt was a well rounded performance for the Hornets. Three players scored in double figures and three players recorded at least five rebou
  
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• Middle schoolers invited to hands-on outdoor adventure exploring Bosque wildlife

  13-03-2025 22:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As the weather warms up, the City of Albuquerque's Open Space Department is inviting kids out, for an educational, outdoor adventure. On Saturday, March 22, middle schoolers can come out to the Open Space Visitor Center on Coors Blvd to learn hands-on about some of the little critters living in the Bosque.Arc Thrift Stores opening first Albuquerque locationKids from 8 to 14 years old are welcomed. It costs $10 per child. To purchase tickets, click this link.
  
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• 'Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive' directed by Emilio Estevez be filmed in New Mexico

  13-03-2025 22:33 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Film Office announced on Thursday that "Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive" will be filmed in New Mexico. The announcement was made by actor and director Emilio Estevez and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham during Film and Media Day at the State Capitol.
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• Farmers sue Trump administration over halted IRA grants

  13-03-2025 22:27 via krqe.com
  
  Related video: Trump threatens 200% tariff on wine(The Hill) – Farmers and environmental groups are suing the Trump administration over its decision to pause grants that are part of the Democrats’ climate, tax and healthcare law.They are challenging the freezing of grants including those that are part of a $300 million program to help farmers install renewable energy or energy efficiency upgrades. The lawsuit says that the farmers have already made purchases and entered into con
  
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• Tickets available for National Championship Air Races in Roswell

  13-03-2025 22:22 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Tickets are now live for the National Championship Air Races in Roswell. It's the first time the city is hosting this race. People from across the globe will be in attendance.Bill would fund study looking at bringing lowrider museum to EspañolaThe city said more than 100 pilots will be taking part in the competition. A variety of ticket packages as well as early bird pricing are up for grabs so jump on the opportunity sooner rather than later. The event w
  
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• Trader Joe's recalls 61K sparkling water bottles sold in 12 states, including New Mexico

  13-03-2025 22:18 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — This week, Trader Joe's announced a recall of two lots of the popular Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water, a non-Trader Joe's branded item, which the grocery giant sells. The recalled glass water bottles are being recalled over concerns they can crack, causing risk of cuts or slashes.According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the German-owned Gerolsteiner is recalling about 61,500 bottles. Customers are advised to stop using the bottles immediately. Cica
  
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• Lobos defeat San Jose State in MW tournament

  13-03-2025 22:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  New Mexico won its opening game of the Mountain West conference tournament against San Jose State 63-52 on Thursday afternoon. With the win, the Lobos have advanced to the tournament semifinals.It was a slow start for the Lobos and UNM trailed the spartans 16-21 midway through the first half. New Mexico then went on a 16-2 run to close out the half. The run included a 6:54 scoring drought from San Jose State.The Lobos never trailed in the second half.M
  
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• Hobbs girls advance to 7th championship in 8 years

  13-03-2025 21:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Hobbs girl's basketball team is back in familiar territory — the state championship game. The Lady Eagles clinched a spot in the title game by way of a 71-38 victory over Carlsbad on Thursday. 2025 high school basketball state tournament bracketsBhret Clay led all scorers with 18 points. Brynn Hargrove had 13. Carlsbad guard Abbey Dugan had a team-high of 12.Hobbs and Sandia will now face off for the 5A championship on Saturday. The game will tip o
  
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• Case moves forward for suspect in 2021 murder of teen in Albuquerque

  13-03-2025 21:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's been three-and-a-half years since a drive-by shooting in southeast Albuquerque, that killed a 16-year-old boy. Now, the murder case against one of those suspected shooters, is moving forward. Elton Gastelum is one of six teens police identified in connection to that shooting in August 2021 near Wyoming Blvd. and Copper Ave. when the group opened fire on an apartment, killing 16-year-old Gabriel Garcia Zimmerman, who investigators believe was not their i
  
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• Ohio company recalls 15,000 cases of oyster crackers

  13-03-2025 21:38 via krqe.com
  
  (WJW) – An Ohio company is recalling 15,000 cases of oyster crackers that might be contaminated by metal.Shearer's Foods, headquartered in Massillon, issued a voluntary recall for the crackers sold across the U.S. under store labels at Aldi, Walmart and Giant Eagle in February. Ice cream brands sold at Walmart, Giant Eagle recalledThe crackers may be contaminated with stainless steel wire, which led the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to issue a Class II level classification.A Level
  
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• Bill would fund study looking at bringing lowrider museum to Española

  13-03-2025 21:18 via krqe.com
  
  ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – A bill making its way through the Roundhouse is hoping to bring a lowrider museum to northern New Mexico. The bill, sponsored by Representative Susan Herrera, would provide $100,000 during fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to do a study establishing a low rider museum in Española. Lawmakers receive feedback on bill that would cap medical malpractice lawyers’ feesThe New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs would work with the Higher Education
  
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• Kirtland Central rallies late in semifinal win over Valencia

  13-03-2025 20:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The top ranked team in girl's class 4A, Kirtland Central, trailed No. 4 Valencia by 132in the third quarter. The Broncos came back to win by 13 and a score of 51-38. 2025 high school basketball state tournament bracketsWhile KC was only limited to 14 first-half points, the defending state champion exploded for 37 in the second, including 22 in the 4th quarter. The team shot 43% over the final two quarters.With the win, Kirtland Central is back in the st
  
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• Storm system moves into New Mexico Thursday

  13-03-2025 20:10 via krqe.com
  
  Parts of New Mexico are holding on to calmer weather this afternoon. This will change later tonight as our next storm system moves in.
  A strong spring storm is on its way to New Mexico this afternoon. The first impact will be the winds. Strong gusts upwards of 75 mph are forecasted across southern, central, and eastern New Mexico. These strong gusts will move in this afternoon and last through Friday. The National Weather Service has issued several alerts regarding the winds. These alerts will b
  
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• Khalil protestors fill up Trump Tower

  13-03-2025 20:10 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Protesters opposed to the detention of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil filled up Trump Tower in New York on Thursday. The protesters, from the progressive, anti-Zionist group Jewish Voice for Peace, chanted “Bring Mahmoud home now” while wearing red shirts reading “Jews say stop arming Israel” and holding banners. Police warned the protesters to leave the building on Fifth Avenue or be arrested, and they then put them into zip ties and loaded t
  
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• Social Security Administration: Reports of phone service elimination 'inaccurate'

  13-03-2025 20:05 via krqe.com
  
  Related video: How does the Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment work?(The Hill) – The Social Security Administration (SSA) says reports that it will end telephone services are "inaccurate," but system changes are being implemented to prevent fraud."SSA is increasing its protection for America’s seniors and other beneficiaries by eliminating the risk of fraud associated with changing bank account information by telephone," the SSA said in a news release Thursday. "SSA’s cu
  
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• Third MLB hat pulled over accidental vulgarity as others sell for hundreds online

  13-03-2025 20:03 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Yet another newly released MLB hat has been pulled from online stores after fans noted the potentially crass design the cap sported. Meanwhile, two others previously taken down are now selling for hundreds — and even more — online.
  The recently unveiled hats are part of New Era’s Overlap 5950 collection. The designs superimpose each team's logo over the team name. As creative as that may sound, fans were quick to point out the less-than-ideal wording of some o
  
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• Stocks fall as Trump's trade war overshadows good news

  13-03-2025 20:02 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Not even a double-shot of good news on the U.S. economy seems to be enough to stop Wall Street’s bleeding. Stocks fell Thursday after President Donald Trump upped the stakes in his trade war by threatening huge taxes on European wines and alcohol.The S&P 500 was down 1.6% in afternoon trading, extending a dizzying stretch where it set a record and then briefly tumbled as much as 10% from th
  
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• Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller announces intention to run for reelection

  13-03-2025 19:18 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller is officially announcing his intention to run for office again. Keller took first took office in 2017, after serving in the state Senate and as a state auditor.
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• "Take a Ride on Us" giving discounted Uber rides over St. Patrick's weekend

  13-03-2025 18:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The “Take a Ride on Us” program is offering discounted Uber rides for anyone celebrating St. Patrick's Day weekend. The offer will be available to residents in Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties. UNM purchases former problem Motel 6 near Lobo VillageFrom 10 a.m. on March 14 through 2 a.m. on March 18, riders can enter the code NMGREEN25 under the “Vouchers” section in the Uber app and receive up to $10 off two rides
  
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• Defending champion Sandia returns to title game

  13-03-2025 18:18 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Sandia's undefeated season against fellow class 5A teams continues. The No. 2 ranked Matadors defeated No. 5 La Cueva 64-35 in the state semi-finals on Thursday. 2025 high school basketball state tournament bracketsOffensively, Sandia found plenty of success from beyond from Sydney Benally. She went 6-10 from three-point range and ended the game with 24 points.Defensively, Sandia forced 15 steals and 25 La Cueva turnovers. Those resulted in 31 Matador points
  
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• City of Albuquerque Gateway Network making donating easier with Amazon Wishlist

  13-03-2025 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Albuquerque is making it easier for anyone wanting to help the homeless at the Gateway Network with an Amazon Wishlist highlighting the Gateway Network's needs.Some items the Gateway Center is in need of:
  PantsSweat pantsT-shirtsUnderwearToiletriesStorage binsShelvingMore items found on the Amazon Wishlist
  Donations will go to people at Gateway Network, which helps people experiencing homelessness. For anyone who wishes to drop off donations dire
  
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• City of Albuquerque Gateway Center making donating easier with Amazon Wishlist

  13-03-2025 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Albuquerque is making it easier for anyone wanting to help the homeless at the Gateway Center with an Amazon Wishlist highlighting the Gateway Center's needs.Some items the Gateway Center is in need of:
  PantsSweat pantsT-shirtsUnderwearToiletriesStorage binsShelvingMore items found on the Amazon Wishlist
  Donations will go to people at Gateway West, families at Gateway Family and women at the Gateway Housing Navigation Center. For anyone who wishe
  
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• Federal judge rules Trump must reinstate many fired federal employees

  13-03-2025 18:04 via krqe.com
  
  A federal judge ruled Thursday that the Trump administration must reinstate probationary government employees fired unlawfully at several agencies, lambasting the Justice Department at a hearing for a “sham” gambit that enabled a key official to avoid testifying in the case. U.S. District Judge William Alsup’s ruling broadens his previous order to now require the government to reinstate probationary employees fired on Feb. 13 and 14 at the Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, De
  
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• Lawsuit accuses man of killing, eating patients at SC mental health facility

  13-03-2025 17:51 via krqe.com
  
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  RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) - The case against a South Carolina mental health facility where a man is accused of murdering and cannibalizing patients could be heading to trial.A lawsuit filed by the family of 22-year-old Jared Ondrea claims Richland County's New Hope Home Solutions, facility owner Brittany Reynolds-Jackson and the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH) are responsible for his death.According to documents, O
  
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• La Cueva track and field coach selected for NFHS hall of fame

  13-03-2025 17:47 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – La Cueva track and field coach Jim Cicarello has been selected for the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) hall of fame. Ciccarello is a member of the class of 2025 and will be honored at the NFHS Summer Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.“I am so honored to have been recognized by the NFHS,” said Ciccarello. “I never dreamed of being accepted into a National Hall of Fame. My passion has always been to watch the kids excel in sport an
  
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• Men with pythons wanted for Tennessee gas station theft

  13-03-2025 17:05 via krqe.com
  
  MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) - Employees at a truck stop in Denmark, Tennessee, felt threatened when at least four people came into the gas station with two pythons.In surveillance pictures provided by the Madison County Sheriff's Office, you can see the men holding the snakes and placing them on the counter. The workers said the men with the pythons stole about $400 worth of CBD oil.Citgo in Denmark, TN (Madison Co Sheriff's Office)Mayur Raval said he and his brother were working at the store at the t
  
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• Columbine survivor's death 'best classified as homicide': Coroner report

  13-03-2025 17:05 via krqe.com
  
  DENVER (KDVR) — The February death of a woman who was shot during the 1999 Columbine High School mass shooting has been classified as a homicide.Anne Marie Hochhalter, 43, who suffered two gunshot wounds during the massacre, died on Feb. 16 at her home, according to her former principal, Frank DeAngelis.
  The Jefferson County Coroner's Office released a copy of her autopsy report on Wednesday.The report stated that two gunshot wounds Hochhalter suffered in 1999, resulting in her use of a wh
  
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• Gallup completes 4th quarter comeback to advance to championship

  13-03-2025 16:48 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The girls 4A semi-final match between No. 2 Gallup and No. 3 Portales featured 10 lead changes and 11 ties. Gallup was eventually the team to pull through in the end as the Lady Bengals won 69-66. 2025 high school basketball state tournament bracketsIn the very physical game, Gallup was able to take control in the post. The Bengals scored 36 points in the paint. The team also drew 27 fouls which resulted in 29 free throws.The Gallup duo of Rylie Whitehair (2
  
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• Sydney Benally repeats as Gatorade NM player of the year

  13-03-2025 16:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The 2024-2025 Gatorade New Mexico girl's basketball player of the year was announced on Thursday. For the second consecutive year, the honor went to Sandia's Sydney Benally.
  At the time of her selection, Benally averaged 20.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 3.3 steals per game. The senior guard was also named the class 5A district 2 player of the year and a McDonald's All-American nominee.
  Benally is committed to play at BYU next year.
  
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• Connecticut woman arrested after stepson allegedly held captive for over 20 years

  13-03-2025 15:27 via krqe.com
  
  WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A Connecticut woman accused of kidnapping a man and holding him captive for over 20 years was arrested Wednesday, police said.On Feb. 17, crews responded to a fire at a home in Waterbury, Connecticut. Two people, 56-year-old Kimberly Sullivan and a 32-year-old man, later identified as her stepson, were inside the home at the time. Sullivan was able to evacuate safely, and the man was helped out by firefighters. New Haven police reconnect father with daughter who w
  
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• FAFSA site goes down after mass layoff at Education Department

  13-03-2025 15:25 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - The Studentaid.gov website was down for hours on Wednesday after the Education Department laid off half its workforce. Downdetector saw hundreds of users report the outage of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), used by students in college or applying to college to receive financial aid.  The issue came a day after the Department of Education, which President Trump has repeatedly said he'd like to shut down, announced it was firing more than 1,300 people.
  
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• Does Canada really have tariffs above 200% on US dairy products?

  13-03-2025 15:24 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — President Donald Trump said last week that Canada has tariffs in place above 200% on dairy products imported from the U.S."Canada is cheating the United States Farmers on USMCA," Trump wrote in a Friday post on Truth Social. "In 2024, Canada retained Tariffs on various U.S. Goods, particularly in protected sectors like Dairy that are operated under a supply management system. Some examples of Canadian Tariffs on U.S. Dairy outside of the limited quota include: Milk: Up to 24
  
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• Trump threatens Europe with 200 percent tariff on wine, Champagne

  13-03-2025 15:23 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to put a hefty 200 percent tariff on wine and Champagne coming from Europe if the European Union (EU) does not remove a tariff on whisky.“The European Union, one of the most hostile and abusive taxing and tariffing authorities in the World, which was formed for the sole purpose of taking advantage of the United States, has just put a nasty 50% Tariff on Whisky,” Trump said on Truth Social.“If this Tariff is not removed
  
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• 5 risks facing the US economy under Trump

  13-03-2025 15:22 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - The fundamentals of the U.S. economy are in good shape, with low unemployment and robust growth in recent quarters.But warning signs have been flashing and markets have been sliding amid policy uncertainties and some troubling macroeconomic indicators.Here’s a look at the risk factors currently facing the U.S. economy.Inflation risksAfter rising to a 9-percent annual increase in the aftermath of the pandemic, inflation sank nearly all the way back down to the Federal Reserve&r
  
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• Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices, but the US is hesitant

  13-03-2025 15:20 via krqe.com
  
  OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Vaccines could be a key means of suppressing bird flu and avoiding the slaughter of millions of chickens, which is blamed for egg prices averaging nearly $6 a dozen. But the move has been delayed in part because of concerns it could jeopardize chicken exports worth billions of dollars a year.The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced plans to spend $100 million to study bird flu vaccines to fight the disease in concert with meat chicken, eg
  
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• Arc Thrift Stores opening first Albuquerque location

  13-03-2025 15:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Arc Thrift Stores strive to create meaningful jobs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Arc Thrift Stores is Colorado-based and opening its first out-of-state location in Albuquerque at 3301 Coors Blvd. NW.
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• Explosion at Texas Tech causes evacuations, immediate spring break

  13-03-2025 13:52 via krqe.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas (KLBK/KAMC) - An explosion at a substation at Texas Tech University caused power outages Wednesday evening, according to a TechAlert.Authorities said the explosion happened inside a manhole at the campus' Engineering Key. No injuries were reported.Texas Tech said spring break will begin immediately. It was originally scheduled to start on Monday. Students were urged to check their emails for additional information. Power remained out on campus Wednesday night. TTU said barricades
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: UNM purchase, Deputy on leave, Powerful storm, Medical malpractice, Alzheimer's detection

  13-03-2025 13:50 via krqe.com
  
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  City closes problem motel in northwest Albuquerque7 DWI cases dismissed in connection to DWI Unit scandalBill to protect right to wear tribal regalia at graduation heads to governor’s deskDoes the DWI corruption scandal weaken faith in law enforcement?Crews rescue injured person stuck in narrow cave in southeast New MexicoNew Mexico lawmakers push for anonymity in Safe Haven Baby Box casesLas Vegas Strip hotel to be redesigned by reality TV star
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• Stronger storm system arrives in New Mexico

  13-03-2025 12:56 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Several weather alerts are almost covering the entire state of New Mexico for the next three days as more-persistent winds are set to return before two potent systems arrive late this week into the early weekend; as while more northwestern areas are at or below the freezing mark with colder air accompanied by mostly calmer winds for now, it's still somewhat mild for many areas southeast of the Rio Grande Valley with westerly winds sinking down the east slopes of the Cen
  
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• Stronger New Mexico system arrives & cooler eventually

  13-03-2025 12:56 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Several weather alerts are almost covering the entire state of New Mexico for the next three days as more-persistent winds are set to return before two potent systems arrive late this week into the early weekend; as while more northwestern areas are at or below the freezing mark with colder air accompanied by mostly calmer winds for now, it's still somewhat mild for many areas southeast of the Rio Grande Valley with westerly winds sinking down the east slopes of the Cen
  
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• Lawmakers receive feedback on bill that would cap medical malpractice lawyers' fees

  13-03-2025 06:32 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Where are all the primary care physicians in New Mexico and why are residents traveling out of state to get the care they need? Lawmakers are tackling these questions with a controversial bill. Those for SB 176 blame medical malpractice lawyers for pushing doctors out of state, while those against it blame corporate greed.Story continues below
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• Strong spring storm moves into New Mexico starting Thursday

  13-03-2025 05:28 via krqe.com
  
  A powerful spring storm will bring very high winds, rain, and snow to parts of New Mexico Thursday through Friday. Blowing dust and snow along with wind damage and an extreme fire danger are all possible.Windier weather moved into New Mexico Wednesday afternoon with northwest winds gusting over 30 mph again. A few places have measured gusts up to around 40 mph. Temperatures were slightly cooler too after a weak storm system crossed the state last night. A strong storm will start moving into New
  
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• Bill to protect Indigenous students' right to wear tribal regalia at graduation headed to governor's desk

  13-03-2025 05:13 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A bill protecting Indigenous students' right to wear tribal regalia is heading to the governor's desk. Native American students in New Mexico are one step closer to freely expressing their cultural heritage at graduation ceremonies.New Mexico lawmakers push for anonymity in Safe Haven Baby Box casesAfter a high school graduate in Farmington had to remove their cap adorned with native American beads, state lawmakers say they never want it to happen again. SB 163 una
  
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• 7 DWI cases dismissed in connection to DWI Unit scandal

  13-03-2025 05:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Wednesday, the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office said it was forced to dismiss seven additional pending DWI cases related to New Mexico State Police Sgt. Toby Lafave and Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputy Jeffery Hammerel after the two lost credibility in court and prosecutors were not able to call them as witnesses.Lafave was placed on administrative leave and Hammerel pled guilty to charges in connection with the DWI Unit Scandal.Relat
  
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• Boys 5A quarterfinal - Volcano cruises past La Cueva

  13-03-2025 05:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Volcano Vista's dominance against the rest of New Mexico continued in the quarterfinal round of the 2025 state tournament. The top ranked Hawks took down No. 8 La Cueva 82-48. 2025 high school basketball state tournament bracketsIn nearly every aspect of the game, the Hawks shined. The team shot 65.3%, scored 42 points in the paint, won the rebounding battle by 12, tallied 21 assists and racked up 11 steals.David Lunn led the game with 23 points. Kenyon Agui
  
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