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• Students install nap pods at the University of New Mexico

  15-05-2025 23:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — Students at the University of New Mexico have installed nap pods for fellow students in need of some sleep. The pods are located at Zimmerman Library.Story continues below
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• Bernalillo County set to begin major infrastructure project in South Valley

  15-05-2025 23:35 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) - A major South Valley corridor that hasn't seen improvements in two decades is finally getting a makeover. The county is currently wrapping up construction plans to revitalize Isleta Boulevard by addressing the crumbling pavement, implementing accommodations for pedestrians and bicyclists, and more. "The county is currently in the process of reconstructing Isleta Boulevard from I-25 to Durand," shared Bernalillo Public Works Engineering Project Manager Jason
  
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• What to know about the University of New Mexico's 2025 graduation ceremonies

  15-05-2025 23:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — The University of New Mexico's graduation ceremonies are taking place on Friday and Saturday this weekend at The Pit. A total of 3,123 students from the Albuquerque campus will receive their degrees, according to UNM.Story continues below
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• NM Senator: Trump Administration blocking $316B slated for Native American communities

  15-05-2025 23:01 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D) said Donald Trump's Administration has blocked hundreds of billions of dollars for programs that support Indian Country and native communities. The United States Senate Committee on Appropriations released a tracker of the cuts made by DOGE in President Trump's first 100 days. New Mexico Senator asks for clarification on plans for southern border defense zoneThey found $430 billion in federal funding is frozen, including $316 bi
  
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• New Mexico's largest electricity provider is raising its rate in 2025, 2026

  15-05-2025 22:57 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – PNM received approval from the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission to raise its rates in 2025 and 2026.PNM said in a news release the phased-in rate adjustment allows the utility company to continue to provide reliable service as it transitions to carbon-free electricity.
  “This outcome ensures we can continue investing in the infrastructure and technologies necessary to meet our customers’ needs and support New Mexico’s clean energy futur
  
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• Sheehan Winery releases Vinos Unidos label with United

  15-05-2025 22:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In this week’s Black and Yellow Report, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate, KRQE Sports Reporter Jared Chester, and Digital Sports Reporter Bradley Benson talk United’s loss to Phoenix, preview the club’s next match, and more.Sean Sheehan from Sheehan Winery also joined the show to discuss a partnership with New Mexico United. The local winery and the club are working together with a label called "Vinos Unidos," with profits that go to the Somos
  
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• Woman charged in child abuse case in Albuquerque ruled not competent for trial

  15-05-2025 22:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A woman who showed up to the University of New Mexico Hospital with her dead three-year-old daughter is not mentally fit to stand trial. Kerri Santos was in front of Judge David Murphy for a competency hearing Thursday afternoon. Jury convicts Albuquerque man who tried to steal truck at gunpointIn January 2024, she claimed her toddler had fallen and hurt herself, but medical staff determined the child was already dead and noticed other signs of abuse, includ
  
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• NMS Labs: Rio Arriba Co. sheriff's cause of death determined to be fentanyl, alcohol

  15-05-2025 21:35 via krqe.com
  
  RIO ARRIBA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — New Mexico State Labs have released the toxicology report for former Rio Arriba County Sheriff Billy Merrifield, who died in late April. According to the report, Merrifield died from the effects of fentanyl and alcohol. Previous Coverage: 911 call on Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s death releasedThe report states Merrifield's BAC level was 0.071. The manner of death has been determined to be an accident.
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• Warm afternoon with lighter winds

  15-05-2025 21:31 via krqe.com
  
  Temperatures are continuing to warm through the end of the week. Winds will be lighter this afternoon but will be picking up over the weekend.
  Upper level winds from the west and southwest continue to gust through New Mexico this afternoon. However, they are not as strong as the winds seen over the past few days. This afternoon, gusts are expected to range from 20-40 mph. The peak gusts are expected in the higher elevations.
  A short wave is on its way to New Mexico from the Baja Peninsula. This
  
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• Adult and child diagnosed with measles in Sandoval County, NMDOH confirms

  15-05-2025 21:17 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Health confirmed the first measles case in Sandoval County on Thursday. NMDOH said an adult of unknown vaccination status and an unvaccinated child under the age of four contracted the virus."If you have been exposed to measles and are vaccinated, your risk of getting sick is low," said Dr. Miranda Durham, NMDOH Chief Medical Officer said in a release. "Watch for symptoms, but know that the vaccine is very good at preventing measle
  
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• What were New Mexico's most popular baby names in 2024?

  15-05-2025 20:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Social Security Administration released the list of most popular baby names in New Mexico for 2024. The two names that topped the national list were Olivia and Liam. What names topped New Mexico's list? What New Mexico cities made the list of best and worst places to start a career?Top 5 boys names in NM for 2024
  NoahMateoEzekielLiamSantiago
  Top 5 girls names in NM for 2024
  MiaCamilaEmmaSophiaOlivia
  Social Security began compiling the list of baby nam
  
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• Rio Rancho Police honor fallen law enforcement officers

  15-05-2025 20:26 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Rio Rancho invited the community and local law enforcement members Thursday to honor the lives of fallen officers, in recognition of National Peace Officer Memorial Day.Story continues below
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• Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court holds resource day on May 22

  15-05-2025 19:48 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — For National Treatment Court Month, the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court is holding a resource day featuring 48 local community service providers. The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the court's outdoor courtyard.Story continues below
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• Cause of death revealed for Las Vegas-area veterinarian found in Lake Mead

  15-05-2025 19:31 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – A high-profile Las Vegas-area veterinarian who disappeared in April died by suicide in a drowning at Lake Mead, the Clark County coroner's office ruled Wednesday.Crews found Dr. Shawn Frehner's body near the Boulder Islands within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area on April 18. His identity was confirmed on April 19 through dental records.The coroner's office confirmed Frehner's cause of death was drowning with the use of pentobarbital. Pentobarbital is a barbiturate
  
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• Albuquerque shop makes 'Top 50 Donuts' list on Yelp

  15-05-2025 19:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — A local donut shop and cafe has made Yelp's "Top 50 donut shops in the US" list for 2025. Rise + Roast came in at #37 for the 2025 list.Yelp describes the shop as a "bright, modern café where artisan donuts meet expertly brewed coffee." Rise + Roast's website says their donuts are dipped and decorated by hand. According to the shop, they're the "freshest you can have anywhere in Albuquerque."Rise + Roast has two locations in Albuquerque, and one in Ri
  
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• $275,000 in grant funds awarded to help expand food access in New Mexico

  15-05-2025 19:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced $275,000 in grants have been awarded to eight businesses and organizations to help expand food access across the state. Grant funding comes through the Healthy Food Financing Fund. Bernalillo County considers internship program with hope that it will reduce job vacancies"These projects are part of a growing food value chain network that will ultimately strengthen our state's food ecosystem,"
  
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• Jury convicts Albuquerque man who tried to steal truck at gunpoint

  15-05-2025 19:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A jury convicted an Albuquerque man of trying to steal another man's truck and pulling a gun on the victim.Adrian Zahney, 24, was found guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and aggravated burglary (firearm enhancement). Zahney approached and tried to steal the victim's truck while it was parked in front of a furniture store on Central Avenue near Old Coors Drive on Aug. 20, 2024.Albuquerque father charged in 5-month-old daughter’s death ch
  
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• Supreme Court hears arguments in birthright citizenship case

  15-05-2025 16:23 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Thursday in its first case stemming from the blitz of actions that have marked the start of President Donald Trump's second term.Before the court are the Trump administration's emergency appeals of lower court orders putting nationwide holds on the Republican president's push to deny citizenship to children born to people who are in the United States illegally.Birthright citizenship is among several issues, many related to
  
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• Family devastated after missing mother found dead at LA homeless encampment

  15-05-2025 16:21 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) - Family members are devastated after a missing woman was one of two people found dead at a homeless encampment in the Westlake district of Los Angeles.On Monday, Lucrecia Macias Barajas, 46, was found dead inside a sidewalk tent that had reportedly been locked from the inside. The body of her male friend, whose identity was not released by the L.A. County Medical Examiner's office, was also found at the scene. Neighbors said at least one of the bodies had been partially eaten by dog
  
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• Camper missing for weeks 'miraculously' found alive in California wilderness

  15-05-2025 16:20 via krqe.com
  
  FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A Georgia woman who was reported missing in California's Fresno County over two weeks ago was "miraculously found alive" on Wednesday, according to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office.Tiffany Slaton, 28, was found safe in a cabin in Vermilion Valley Resort, near Lake Edison in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, deputies said Wednesday.Slaton had been reported missing on April 29 and was last seen on April 24.Tiffany Slaton was found Wednesday after having
  
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• 4 takeaways from RFK Jr.'s dual congressional hearings 

  15-05-2025 16:18 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified during back-to-back hearings in the House and Senate Wednesday for the first time since his confirmation.Kennedy faced questions on vaccines, canceled medical research, and his drastic overhaul of the federal health agency during the hearings about President Trump's budget request, which could lead to even greater cuts.  Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
  
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• Dick's Sporting Goods to buy struggling shoe chain Foot Locker for $2.4 billion

  15-05-2025 15:10 via krqe.com
  
  Dick’s Sporting Goods is buying the struggling footwear chain Foot Locker for about $2.4 billion, the second buyout of a major footwear company in as many weeks as business leaders struggle with uncertainty over U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs.Dick’s said Thursday that it expects to run Foot Locker as a standalone unit and keep the Foot Locker brands, which include Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and Japanese sneaker brand atmos.Story continues below
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• Mother charged in child's death, Albuquerque teen guilty of murder, Calmer and cooler, Bobcat kitten rescued, Santa Fe Forest cleanup

  15-05-2025 14:57 via krqe.com
  
  Thursday's Top Stories
  Kirtland AFB offers sneak peek of aircraft that will be on display during Air Fiesta eventCYFD Juvenile Justice Program celebrates 81% high school graduation rate2nd suspect arrested in 2024 downtown Albuquerque fatal shootingVideo: Santa Ana police officer arrested for DUI and alleged batteryRoswell police arrest man in connection to stabbing and sexual assault of woman120,000 fentanyl pills and other drugs seized in Albuquerque drug bust
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• Walmart raising prices due to tariff costs

  15-05-2025 14:15 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart’s first-quarter profit slipped, and it said it must raise prices due to higher costs from tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump.The nation’s largest retailer posted strong quarterly sales Thursday and said it expects sales growth of 3.5% to 4.5% in the second quarter.Like many other U.S. companies, however, it did not issue a profit outlook for the quarter because of the chaotic environment, with stated U.S. tariff policies changing con
  
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• More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas go on strike over new dress code

  15-05-2025 13:40 via krqe.com
  
  More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas at 75 U.S. stores have gone on strike since Sunday to protest a new company dress code, a union representing the coffee giant's workers said Wednesday.Starbucks put new limits starting Monday on what its baristas can wear under their green aprons. The dress code requires employees at company-operated and licensed stores in the U.S. and Canada to wear a solid black shirt and khaki, black or blue denim bottoms.Story continues below
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• Colder start with less-gusty winds & mild weather around New Mexico

  15-05-2025 12:53 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Lower morning temperatures are present with still low humidity and less-persistent west-southwesterly winds for most. Many communities in the Northern Mountain are starting off below the freezing mark, while most other areas in New Mexico are in the upper 30s to even the lower 60s.Forecast Continues Below
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• Colder start with less-gusty winds & a mild day

  15-05-2025 12:53 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Lower morning temperatures are present with still low humidity and less-persistent west-southwesterly winds for most. Many communities in the Northern Mountain are starting off below the freezing mark, while most other areas in New Mexico are in the upper 30s to even the lower 60s.Weaker upper-level westerly winds will push some passing clouds to the east with very few areas experiencing light rain with high-elevation snow to the north, but most will remain very cle
  
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• Lighter winds return Thursday

  15-05-2025 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  After a windy couple of days, calmer weather will move in through Friday. Breezy to windy conditions will return this weekend.It's another windy day across New Mexico Wednesday with widespread wind gusts over 40 mph. A few places have seen 50+ mph wind gusts today as well. Areas of blowing dust have also been reported across southern New Mexico with several Dust Storm Warnings in effect. It's a cooler day across New Mexico today too with high temperatures as much as 20° cooler compared to ye
  
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• Mother charged with death of her toddler in Albuquerque set to have competency hearing

  15-05-2025 06:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A woman charged with the child abuse death of her daughter is expected in court Thursday for a competency hearing. Now, we are seeing the moments that followed her arrival at the hospital with her three-year-old, who was pronounced dead.Story continues below
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• Kirtland AFB offers sneak peek of aircraft that will be on display during Air Fiesta event

  15-05-2025 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –They're some of the most powerful technologically advanced planes and helicopters in the world flying over the skies of Albuquerque and now Kirtland Air Force base is giving a front row seat showing how airmen refuel aircraft in the middle of the sky. "So, it's just a normal day on the job," said Matthew Olivero, with Kirtland Air Force Base.  A routine for some in the air force going up thousands of feet and holding on for a bumpy ride to complete
  
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• 2nd suspect arrested in 2024 downtown Albuquerque fatal shooting

  15-05-2025 05:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department announced Wednesday afternoon that they arrested 18-year-old Elliot Peralta for a 2024 murder. APD said Peralta and Ruben Valdez were in a vehicle when Valdez shot at a group of people on the fourth floor of a parking garage in downtown Albuquerque. Mariano Salazar, 17, died from his injuries. Albuquerque teen convicted of killing woman trying to get her stolen car backAccording to APD, Valdez had sent messages to anoth
  
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• CYFD Juvenile Justice Program celebrates 81% high school graduation rate

  15-05-2025 04:46 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department is celebrating an 81% graduation rate among youth in its juvenile justice facilities, which is nearly four times the national average. This month, 37 students will earn high school diplomas or GEDs from CYFD's accredited schools. Volunteers fill two dumpsters with trash from Santa Fe National Forest campsiteCYFD Secretary Teresa Casados said the diplomas represent real second chances. The schools offer special
  
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• Rescued Bobcat kitten to be taken care of by New Mexico Wildlife Center

  15-05-2025 04:16 via krqe.com
  
  ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – A bobcat kitten found alone near a trail in Sandoval County was rescued by hikers and the New Mexico Wildlife Center. The kitten was found with thorns and cactus spines stuck in her face and paws. The wildlife center said there was no sign of the kitten's mother or siblings anywhere. Hikers took the orphaned kitten in their backpack and drove her all the way up to the wildlife center hospital in Española. Safety concerns raised after sizeable
  
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• Safety concerns raised after sizeable hole seen on I-40 bridge near Santa Rosa

  15-05-2025 03:17 via krqe.com
  
  GUADALUPE COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) –A hole in the middle of a New Mexico interstate bridge has raised panic for some drivers and people near Santa Rosa, but the state says, while it might look bad, it's nothing big to worry about. New Mexico Department of Transportation crews learned about the bridge hole on Wednesday morning, after drivers called it in.Story continues below
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• Video: Santa Ana police officer arrested for DUI and alleged battery

  15-05-2025 03:06 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Rio Rancho Police Department officers were shocked after stopping an intoxicated driver and realizing it was one of their own. Video showed that when police arrived to find one of their former officers behind the wheel after getting reports that he was involved in domestic violence and may be a danger to himself.  Story continues below
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• New Albuquerque Public Schools program lets freshman choose career path

  15-05-2025 03:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Public Schools is calling it "a new era" in how the district runs its high schools, allowing students to change what they're learning based on a career path they pick as early as freshman year. It starts in the fall, and APS is calling it "The Academies of Albuquerque" at two east side high schools.
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• Albuquerque teen convicted of killing woman trying to get her stolen car back

  15-05-2025 02:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A 14-year-old is now a convicted murderer, for what he did two years ago, when he shot and killed a woman trying to get her stolen car back. However, because of his age, he can only be locked up for six years.Story continues below
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• UNM golf advances to NCAA championships

  15-05-2025 01:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lobo men's golf team has advanced to the NCAA championships for a third consecutive season. UNM punched its ticket by way of a third place finish at the Tallahassee regional on Wednesday.During the three-round tournament, the Lobos shot -14. The team was in a solid position to qualify with top-five finish and solidified its spot with a round of -12 on Wednesday.Individually, the Lobos were led by senior Carson Herron at -3 for the tournament. He finished
  
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• Holly Holm returns to boxing on Jake Paul card

  15-05-2025 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Holly Holm is back in boxing. After a 12-year hiatus from the sport, "The Preachers Daughter" is returning to the ring in June and will be featured on Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions card.In her first fight since 2013, Holm will face Mexican fighter Yolanda Vega (10-0). The bout will be in the lightweight division with ten, two-minute rounds.Holm vs Vega will be one of the preliminary fights for Jake Paul's main event bout against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.
  
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• Calmer weather moves in through the end of the week

  15-05-2025 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  After a windy couple of days, calmer weather will move in through Friday. Breezy to windy conditions will return this weekend.It's another windy day across New Mexico Wednesday with widespread wind gusts over 40 mph. A few places have seen 50+ mph wind gusts today as well. Areas of blowing dust have also been reported across southern New Mexico with several Dust Storm Warnings in effect. It's a cooler day across New Mexico today too with high temperatures as much as 20° cooler compared to ye
  
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• High school recruit from Sacramento commits to Lobos

  15-05-2025 00:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lobo men' basketball team has landed another incoming high school recruit. Sir Marius Jones, a 6-4 guard from Sacramento, CA, announced his commitment on Wednesday.Jones was previously committed to play at UC Irvine. Lobos assistant coach Michael Wilder was previously on the Anteaters staff.During his high school career, Jones played for Sacramento High School. He received multiple awards including player of the year, All-Section and All-City first-team
  
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• Roswell police arrest man in connection to stabbing and sexual assault of woman

  15-05-2025 00:19 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) — A Roswell man has been arrested in connection to the stabbing and sexual assault of a homeless woman last week. Police say Roy Armstrong, 19, has been charged with criminal sexual penetration, attempt to commit a felony, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, and tampering with evidence. Two more suspects arrested in connection to Barelas Community Center shootingThe charges stem back to last Monday shortly past 11 p.m. in the 1000 block of South Pennsylvania A
  
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