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• Docks rebuilt and upgraded at Navajo Lake Marina after storm damage

  31-03-2025 23:29 via krqe.com
  
  SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Navajo Lake marina has added more than 170 boat slips ahead of the upcoming season. The marina said it has rebuilt and upgraded the docks, which were severely damaged during a storm last August.New easier to read PNM bills sent out soonThe upgrades were part of a ten-year expansion plan, but the storm forced the marina to fast-track that effort. The project cost $4 million.
  
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• Expecting moms receive newborn essentials at free baby shower in Roswell

  31-03-2025 23:15 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) — Expecting moms in Roswell attended a free community baby shower hosted by Molina Healthcare of New Mexico on Saturday. The first fifty attendees received a diaper bag of newborn essentials.Flu shots, health screenings and other giveaways were offered while supplies lasted. Expecting moms were also taught proper prenatal care and post-birth care, including infant CPR demonstrations, shaken baby prevention, and other various resources.The baby shower was held at E
  
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• Judge blocks release of public records that show the bodies of Gene Hackman and his wife

  31-03-2025 23:13 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A court on Monday blocked the release of any public records that show the bodies of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, but said other images and documents can be disclosed.
  A representative for the Hackman family estate had urged a New Mexico judge to seal photos, video and documents to protect the family’s privacy. Santa Fe-based Judge Matthew Wilson had court put a temporary hold on the release of records pending Monday's hearing.Wilson said anything th
  
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• Bernalillo County Fire Rescue celebrates peer support dog

  31-03-2025 22:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Fire Rescue shined the spotlight on a very special member of its team. BCFR shared photos of Taco, who serves on the department's Peer Support Team.2025 Balloon Fiesta tickets on sale FridayTaco not only works with firefighters on duty, but also creates connections with the community. BCFR said Taco is, "Our favorite four legged team member."
  
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• New easier to read PNM bills sent out soon

  31-03-2025 22:52 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) customers will soon get redesigned bills in an effort to make them easier to read. The utility company says the bills will have updated charts to track how much energy customers use, including if weather is impacting usage.Story continues below
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• Why are Republicans trying to abolish TSA?

  31-03-2025 22:36 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., introduced the “Abolish TSA Act of 2025" last week, which aims to eliminate the Transportation Security Administration altogether.Related video above: What happens to items surrendered to TSA?The bill would require the Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem “to expeditiously eliminate or transfer all authorities, enforcement functions, and programs of the Administration.”The bill outli
  
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• Is high blood pressure classified as heart disease?

  31-03-2025 22:32 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — High blood pressure isn't classified as heart disease, but it plays a crucial role in the development of heart disease and other health issues.Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While 50% of men have high blood pressure, only 44% of women are said to have the same condition.And only about 1 in 4 adults with high blood pressure has their blood pressure under control.Understanding your risks, taking
  
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• 'Definitely saw it': Kenan Thompson responds to Morgan Wallen’s abrupt exit from 'SNL'

  31-03-2025 22:31 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Longtime “Saturday Night Live” cast member Kenan Thompson said he “definitely saw it” when country artist Morgan Wallen abruptly exited from this week’s show, telling Entertainment Weekly that he’s still unsure why Wallen was in such a rush."I don't know what goes through people's minds when they decide to do stuff like that. I don't know if he understood the assignment or not, or if he was really feeling a certain kind of way," Thompson told
  
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• 2025 Balloon Fiesta tickets on sale Friday

  31-03-2025 22:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Tickets for this year's Balloon Fiesta go on sale this Friday. People will be able to purchase multiple types of entry as well as Park & Ride options for the 2025 ExxonMobil International Balloon Fiesta.The event runs this year from October 4-12. General admission tickets from the Balloon Fiesta officers will be available at 4401 Alameda Blvd. NE and on the Balloon Fiesta website.Free admission day for New Mexico residents is returning again this year. N
  
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• Santa Fe Public Schools' student art to be displayed at gallery

  31-03-2025 22:28 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Students in Santa Fe are showcasing their artwork. Starting Thursday, people can attend the opening reception of the Art Works Student Showcase. It will start at 4 p.m. at the Santa Fe Community Gallery.Longest-running Albuquerque farmers’ market kicks off 29th year on SaturdayThe event will show more than 150 pieces of art created by students in Santa Fe Public Schools under the Artworks program. The exhibition will be open until April 24.
  
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• Longest-running Albuquerque farmers' market kicks off 29th year on Saturday

  31-03-2025 22:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — The 29th year of Albuquerque's longest-running farmer's market kicks off on Saturday, April 5. Downtown Growers' Market is returning to historic Robinson Park here in downtown Albuquerque. Hospitals commemorate five years since COVID first impacted New MexicoThe market is open from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday until Nov. 8. Downtown ABQ MainStreet Arts & Cultural District says over 200 local growers, artisans, and food vendors will take part i
  
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• Jury selection begins for second trial against former APD officer

  31-03-2025 22:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Jury selection is underway for the second trial against a former Albuquerque police officer accused of falsely keeping a disabled man against his will. In 2022, Matthew McManus was attempting to buy a bike at the Target on Coors Blvd. when Officer Kenneth Skeens arrested him after taking too long.Man arrested in San Miguel County with drugs, guns, teens in stolen carThe first trial ended with a hung jury. They couldn't determine if the target ordered th
  
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• How much should I contribute to my 401(k)?

  31-03-2025 21:12 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Like most financial matters, the ideal 401(k) contribution amount varies from person-to-person depending on their saving goals.A 401(k) is one of the most common employer-sponsored retirement accounts. Offered to full-time employees, it allows workers to allocate a percentage of their paycheck to a retirement account.Some employers will match employee contributions past a certain percentage threshold — a good starting goal for those uncertain of how much to contribute
  
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• Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre says she has four days to live

  31-03-2025 21:11 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - Virginia Giuffre, a victim of Jeffrey Epstein, said she has four days to live after being hit by a bus.In a post on Instagram, Giuffre said she had suffered renal failure after being struck by a school bus.“I’ve gone into kidney renal failure, they’ve given me four days to live, transferring me to a specialist hospital in urology,” Giuffre said. “I’m ready to go, just not until I see my babies one last time, but you know what they say about wishes
  
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• What are the 'torpedo bats' some MLB players are using, and are they legal?

  31-03-2025 21:10 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Even if you don’t follow baseball, you may have heard talk of the torpedo bats that seemingly helped propel the New York Yankees to put up 36 runs and hit 15 homers during their opening series against the Milwaukee Brewers. As significant as this start is for the Yankees, it’s the bowling pin-like bats that are catching the most attention. So what are these weirdly shaped bats, how do they work, and are they even legal? MLB players break this rule frequent
  
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• Actor and Bond villain Bruce Glover dead at 92

  31-03-2025 21:06 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Bruce Glover, a character actor known for his work in the 007 film “Diamonds Are Forever” and Roman Polanski’s “Chinatown,” has died at 92.News of Glover’s death was publicly announced over the weekend by his son Crispin Glover, of such films as “Back to the Future” and “Wild at Heart.”Crispin Glover indicated on Instagram that his father passed on March 12. He did not provide a cause of death. A representative for Cri
  
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• Spring winds return to New Mexico

  31-03-2025 20:39 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Windier weather will be kicking up this afternoon and into tomorrow. These winds could lead to blowing dust storm and critical fire risks.An upper level trough is preparing to dip into New Mexico. This trough will bringing isolated rain showers late tonight and into tomorrow. Most of these rain showers will occur in northern New Mexico. The mountains could also see isolated snow showers overnight.Forecast Continues Below
  Community: NMSP confirms body of 16-year-old
  
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• Hospitals commemorate five years since COVID first impacted New Mexico

  31-03-2025 20:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The medical community is remembering those who lost their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic and the health care professionals who worked to help save lives.Story continues below
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  Presbyterian, Lovelace Medical Center and UNM
  
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• Watch live: Albuquerque police speak on two February officer-involved shootings

  31-03-2025 20:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is holding a conference to speak on two separate officer-involved shootings that occurred this February. The conference is set to begin at 2 p.m. on Monday and will be live-streamed at the top of this article.The first shooting to be discussed occurred on Sunday, Feb. 23, at around 1 p.m. on Mountain Road near Juan Tabo and Lomas boulevards. According to APD, officers responded to a 911 callout regarding a domesti
  
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• Albuquerque police to speak on two February officer-involved shootings

  31-03-2025 20:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is holding a conference to speak on two separate officer-involved shootings that occurred this February. The conference is set to begin at 2 p.m. on Monday and will be live-streamed at the top of this article.The first shooting to be discussed occurred on Sunday, Feb. 23, at around 1 p.m. on Mountain Road near Juan Tabo and Lomas boulevards. According to APD, officers responded to a 911 callout regarding a domesti
  
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• Albuquerque police speak on two February officer-involved shootings

  31-03-2025 20:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is holding a conference to speak on two separate officer-involved shootings that occurred this February. The conference is set to begin at 2 p.m. on Monday and will be live-streamed at the top of this article.The first shooting to be discussed occurred on Sunday, Feb. 23, at around 1 p.m. on Mountain Road near Juan Tabo and Lomas boulevards. According to APD, officers responded to a 911 callout regarding a domesti
  
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• I-10 will be closed near Lordsburg for partial bridge removal

  31-03-2025 19:41 via krqe.com
  
  LORDSBURG, N.M. (KRQE) – A portion of a bridge near Lordsburg that was damaged when a vehicle carrying an excavator struck it will be removed in April.The bridge that spans over Interstate 10 near exit 24 sustained significant damage as a result of the March 7 crash. Engineers inspected the bridge and determined that the westbound portion of the bridge needs to be removed. Taos man admits to intentionally running over and killing girlfriend with SUVI-10 eastbound and westbound lanes a
  
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• Western New Mexico University welcomes new members to Board of Regents

  31-03-2025 19:09 via krqe.com
  
  SILVER CITY, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Senate recently confirmed four new appointments to the Western New Mexico University Board of Regents.Joining the Board will be former District 2 state Sen. Steve Neville, John V. Wertheim, Keana Huerta, and J. Dean Reed. All four were nominated by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.Story continues below
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• New Mexico Gas company providing scholarships to Native American students

  31-03-2025 18:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Since 2011, the New Mexico Gas Company has been committed to helping Native American students reach educational success.
  The Native American Scholarship Program assists New Mexico students in pursuit of an associate, bachelor's or master's degree. Native American students that are pursuing trade school or other specialized training certification are also eligible for the program. 20 initial or renewal scholarships of $3,000 will be awarded.
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• 3 US soldiers found dead in armored vehicle in Lithuania; 1 still missing

  31-03-2025 18:46 via krqe.com
  
  VILNIUS, Lithuania (AP) — Three of the U.S. Army soldiers who went missing in Lithuania have been found dead in their armored vehicle that was pulled from a swampy area early Monday, according to U.S. Army Europe and Africa Command. Another soldier is still missing.The bodies of the three soldiers were recovered after a massive six-day effort by U.S., Polish and Lithuanian armed forces and authorities to dig the M88 Hercules vehicle out of a peat bog at the expansive General Silv
  
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• Santa Fe Community College offers scholarships for women photographers

  31-03-2025 18:45 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) — Multiple organizations are partnering up with Santa Fe Community College to offer scholarships for women enrolled in the college's photography department. The deadline to apply for the two $500 scholarships is April 18. Xcel Energy warns of power shutoffs this weekApplicants are asked to submit three to six photographs to [email protected]. Those photos should be JPEG files no larger than 2 MB. The college asks that the title of the photographs include your
  
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• Coffee machines at work could raise cholesterol: Study

  31-03-2025 18:44 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Your office coffee machine might be serving up more than just caffeine, according to research published in Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases this February.Swedish researchers found that many workplace coffee machines produce brews with high levels of cafestol and kahweol, compounds known to raise LDL cholesterol, the "bad" type associated with cardiovascular disease."Most coffees from workplace brewing machines contain higher diterpene concentrations than pap
  
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• 'NYPD Blue' actress Kim Delaney arrested on suspicion of felony assault after domestic disturbance

  31-03-2025 18:40 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Kim Delaney, an actress who appeared on such shows as “NYPD Blue,” “Army Wives” and “The O.C.,” was arrested over the weekend "for an assault with a deadly weapon," according to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department.Kim Delaney arrives at a "Rolling Stone Live" event in Minneapolis on February 2, 2018. (Cassidy Sparrow/Getty Images for Rolling Stone)
  The actress was arrested Saturday morning at around 10:15 a.m., according to booking inf
  
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• Taos man admits to intentionally running over and killing girlfriend with SUV

  31-03-2025 18:24 via krqe.com
  
  TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – A Taos man pleaded guilty to killing his girlfriend, who was an up-and-coming Native American artist, according to the Department of Justice.Story continues below
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  Santiago Martinez and DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo got into a heated arg
  
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• Cause of death determined for 3 young American women who died at Belize resort

  31-03-2025 17:19 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) - A cause of death has been determined for three young women from the United States found dead in their hotel room at a resort in San Pedro, Belize, late last month, NBC News reported.  The trio were found dead on Feb. 22 in a room at the Royal Kahal Beach Resort after housekeepers reported to management that there had been no answer to knocks at the door for a second consecutive day.   High-profile attacks on Derek Chauvin and Larry Nassar put spotlight on violence in federal p
  
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• Explosion at Detroit apartment building injures residents, including several children

  31-03-2025 16:48 via krqe.com
  
  DETROIT (AP) — About a dozen people have been injured, including six children, following an apparent explosion and fire Monday morning at a 2-story apartment building in Detroit.The explosion was reported about 4 a.m., according to fire officials.When firefighters arrived, some people were in windows of the building “kind of hanging off ready to jump,” Fire Commissioner Chuck Simms told reporters, adding that they were rescued by firefighters. “Without their fast response
  
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• Champions Retreat Golf Club ready to host Augusta National Women's Amateur following Hurricane Helene

  31-03-2025 16:46 via krqe.com
  
  EVANS, Ga. (WJBF) - Tuesday is the first practice round of the Augusta National Women's Amateur and the beginning of Masters-related activities in our area. Champions Retreat Golf Club in Evans will once again host the first two rounds. It's been a race against the clock to get ready since Hurricane Helene left its path of destruction in September.What a difference 6 months can make. Helene wreaked havoc on not just homes in our area, but also the golf course. Millions of dollars later and it's
  
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• 3 killed, 3 hurt from same family when tree falls on car during storm

  31-03-2025 16:45 via krqe.com
  
  CLIMAX TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — Three people were killed after a tree struck their vehicle in Michigan as strong storms moved through the area Sunday, deputies say.It happened around 5:40 p.m. in Climax Township, about 130 miles west of Detroit. The Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office said its initial investigation found that a tree hit the car.Three family members were killed. Three other family members were hospitalized, one in critical condition and two in stable condition.The names of th
  
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• Trump's 'Liberation Day' of tariffs is coming. What it could mean for you

  31-03-2025 16:22 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says Wednesday will be “Liberation Day" — a moment when he plans to roll out a set of tariffs that he promises will free the United States from foreign goods.The details of Trump's next round of import taxes are still sketchy. Most economic analyses say average U.S. families would have to absorb the cost of his tariffs in the form of higher prices and lower incomes. But an undeterred Trump is inviting CEOs t
  
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• White House to remove magnolia tree dating to Andrew Jackson

  31-03-2025 16:18 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - The White House will remove from its property a magnolia tree planted nearly 200 years ago with seeds said to have been brought from former President Jackson’s home in Tennessee.President Trump announced Sunday that, after consulting with the Executive Residence Staff and the National Park Service, the administration has decided to replace the tree, saying it poses a safety hazard.The magnolia planted on the South Lawn by President Andrew Jackson is seen at left as P
  
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• New Mexico judge weighs request to withhold investigation records related to deaths of Gene Hackman, wife

  31-03-2025 16:11 via krqe.com
  
  * KRQE News 13 will livestream the hearing on this page at 11:30 a.m..SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A hearing is scheduled Monday to consider the request from Gene Hackman's estate to block the release a variety of records from the investigation of the deaths of Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. These records include any footage showing the bodies of Hackman and Arakawa. A court put a temporary restraining order on the release of the records pending Monday's hearing.Story continues
  
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• Judge: Some Hackman investigation materials to be censored from public

  31-03-2025 16:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A hearing took place Monday considering the request from Gene Hackman's estate to block the release of a variety of records from the investigation of the deaths of Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. These records include any footage showing the bodies of Hackman and Arakawa. A court put a temporary restraining order on the release of the records pending Monday's hearing. The hearing is available to watch on this page.Story continues below
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• Plastics seep into farm fields, food and eventually humans. Can they be stopped?

  31-03-2025 16:04 via krqe.com
  
  KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — In Uganda's Mbale district, famous for its production of arabica coffee, a plague of plastic bags locally known as buveera is creeping beyond the city. VIDEO: Albuquerque Tesla Cybertruck vandalizedIt's a problem that has long littered the landscape in Kampala, the capital, where buveera are woven into the fabric of daily life. They show up in layers of excavated dirt roads and clog waterways. But now, they can be found in remote areas of farmland, too. Some of the d
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Fire investigation, Cochiti lake drowning, Mild and breezy weather, Lobos head coach, Attraction closed

  31-03-2025 14:42 via krqe.com
  
  Monday's Top Stories
  VIDEO: Albuquerque Tesla Cybertruck vandalizedCABQ unveils temporary downtown dog park on vacant lot slated for housingEaster egg hunt takes Balloon Fiesta Park by stormProgram allows landlords to turn run down properties into affordable rentalsXcel Energy warns of power shutoffs this weekAPD investigates fatal crash involving motorcyclist
  Monday's Five Facts[1] AFR investigate fire, vandalism at Republican Party of New Mexico HQ - Investigators are looking into a fire that
  
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• Tearing it up with UFC Mean Machine Steve Garcia

  31-03-2025 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Between punching other fighters in the face and trying to avoid them when they punch back, Steve Garcia likes to spend time with his family, podcasting, and coaching. This week the KRQE Sports Director, Van Tate, sat down with the UFC featherweight to talk about what he likes to do away from training camp. Being an MMA fighter since 15 years old, the Mean Machine dives into the sacrifice it takes to be a professional fighter now: heavy dieting, discipli
  
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• Mild & breezier weather ahead for New Mexico

  31-03-2025 13:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Mostly clear skies, calmer winds, and low humidity values have allowed temperatures to drop below normal for most locations as many communities in the West Mountains and north of I-40 are starting off around or below the freezing mark, while areas to the south are mostly ranging from the upper 30s to the low 50s.Forecast Continues Below
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• Chilly start, very mild day, & breezier ahead

  31-03-2025 13:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Mostly clear skies, calmer winds, and low humidity values have allowed temperatures to drop below normal for most locations as many communities in the West Mountains and north of I-40 are starting off around or below the freezing mark, while areas to the south are mostly ranging from the upper 30s to the low 50s.High-level clouds will eventually be on the increase from the west as an upper-level low pressure system starts moves in later today, bringing very spotty showe
  
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• Judge weighs request to withhold investigation records in deaths of Gene Hackman and wife

  31-03-2025 06:10 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico court is weighing whether to block the disclosure of an array of records from an investigation into the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, at the request of the couple’s estate.
  Santa Fe-based Judge Matthew Wilson scheduled a hearing Monday to consider a request from estate representative Julia Peters to seal photos, video and documents to protect the family’s constitutional right to privacy. The court put a temporary ho
  
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• VIDEO: Albuquerque Tesla Cybertruck vandalized

  31-03-2025 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Across the nation, there's been a spike in Tesla facilities and vehicles being hit with protests and violence. This, in response to creator Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration. Now, an Albuquerque family is both angry and afraid after their cyber truck was vandalized."I just didn't think it would happen here in New Mexico to my car,” said one owner of a Tesla Cybertruck, who wishes to remain anonymous. A video shows a man keying and kicking a
  
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• CABQ unveils temporary downtown dog park on vacant lot slated for housing

  31-03-2025 05:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is getting creative when it comes to using vacant property lots they own. This weekend, they unveiled their brand-new "pop-up dog park" on one of those properties while they wait for the bigger project expected to be there to take shape."This is right in the heart of downtown, and this is something the community has wanted," said Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller. Located at the corner of 2nd St. and Silver, downtown residents now hav
  
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• New program allows landlords to turn run down properties into affordable rentals

  31-03-2025 05:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With a push to make affordable housing more available, a new program aimed at rehabbing old homes and turning them into rentals has launched. One nonprofit is already rolling out their first success with the program. The Rehab2Rental was approved by Housing New Mexico, also known as MFA, back in February.  On Friday, one of the early recipients opened its first home using the funding.“There's a shortage of both single-family homes for sale and rental uni
  
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• Easter egg hunt takes Balloon Fiesta Park by storm

  31-03-2025 03:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Balloon Fiesta Park is better known for the hundreds of balloons that launch from its grassy field. On Sunday, however, the park transformed into an egg-hunting hotspot. The annual Spring Fling and Easter Things has become a tradition for locals around town as kids run around, gathering as many eggs as they can. Santa Fe archbishop calls for nuanced approach to immigration reformOver the years, more vendors have come together to provide the community a safe
  
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• Warmer and windier start to the week

  31-03-2025 02:30 via krqe.com
  
  The wind is going to be sticking around though with more breezy conditions Monday and even windier weather by Tuesday. This will bring in warmer temperatures once again along with a high fire danger, especially on Tuesday. Tuesday afternoon is when westerly winds could gust up to 60 mph, causing areas of blowing sand and dust. Cooler air will move in with a cold front Tuesday night. Winds will also relax starting Wednesday.Forecast models are coming into better agreement on a storm system late t
  
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• APD investigates fatal crash involving motorcyclist

  31-03-2025 00:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is currently investigating a fatal crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle Sunday. The crash happened in the area of Wyoming and Comanche. 1 dead, 1 injured in Coors and Sequoia crashPolice say the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. News 13 will provide updates as they become available.
  
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• Bernco holds pet adoption event at Winrock PetSmart

  31-03-2025 00:46 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Duke City residents looking to find their "fur-ever" friend had their chance Sunday during Bernalillo County's Animal Services Adoption event. It was hosted by PetSmart at the Winrock Town Center.Officials say that with the large influx of animals currently in their care, they are looking for as much help as possible. They say adoption is not the only way to do that. Sandia Peak Tram shuts down for annual maintenance"We are always looking for foster people,
  
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