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• Balloon Museum's new exhibit celebrates balloon launch directors

  24-07-2021 04:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Balloon Museum will soon open up a new exhibit celebrating those who help balloons get off the ground. The All Black and White exhibit will open Thursday, July 29.
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• NM United bounces back on the road with 2-1 victory over Las Vegas

  05-05-2024 17:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico United gets back in the win column on Saturday, as they take out Las Vegas Lights FC, 2-1. Coming off of a 3-nil defeat at Tampa Bay a week ago, Coach Eric Quill wanted his team to get out on the right foot.
  New Mexico United did just that, as they dominated possession in the first half and netted two goals off of the foot of Daniel Bruce. Las Vegas would answer in the first half, making it 2-1 at the break, but NM United held off Las Vegas down t
  
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• Winds pick up into the workweek

  05-05-2024 15:06 via krqe.com
  
  Another push of low level moisture moved into the state Saturday night. However, an approaching storm system will increase wind speeds throughout the day, today. Southwesterly winds will gust to as high as 55 mph in northwest New Mexico Sunday afternoon. The southwest winds will bring in drier air across the state Sunday afternoon.Even stronger wind gusts will develop Monday afternoon, with westerly winds gusting to as high as 65 mph across parts of the state. Areas of blowing dust will be likel
  
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• New Video: Suspect arrested after gunshots ring out at ABQ apartment complex

  05-05-2024 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New lapel video shows the moment Albuquerque Police Department (APD) officers were called to an apartment complex for an incident that quickly turned into shots being fired.According to court documents, APD officers responded to an apartment complex near Carlisle and Comanche back in March for a "suspicious person" call. Officers found the "suspicious" individual but then heard six gunshots nearby. Two officers stepped away while another two continued with t
  
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• Historic locomotive returns for anniversary event in Albuquerque

  05-05-2024 04:28 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the world's largest operational, steam locomotives was on display to the Albuquerque community, showing off New Mexico's rich rail heritage.New Mexico Heritage Rail (NMHR) commemorated the anniversary of the 2926 Locomotive's first public journey to Tractor Brewing on May 6 of last year. This year, it returned to that very same place to celebrate with local beer and tours of the rail vehicle.Organizers said this train was used in the Southwest to carr
  
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• Albuquerque health-social service center renamed after influential woman

  05-05-2024 04:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The East Central Health and Social Service Center has a new namesake.The city has named the facility on Zuni near Louisiana after late city Councilor Ruth Adams, the first woman to represent District 6.“Many people have contributed to making Albuquerque what it is today, and we’re helping share their stories so that generations to come know about the important work they’ve done to make our city a better place,” said Mayor Tim Kel
  
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• New sensory gym near ABQ's Westside welcomes kids of all needs

  05-05-2024 03:48 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE/RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a new gymnasium for kids of all ages, but it's catered towards children with autism and special needs.On Saturday, 'We Rock the Spectrum' in Rio Rancho had its Star Wars-themed grand opening.The children's gymnasium is an international franchise that provides sensory-safe play for kids with autism or neurotypical development."This gym is a smaller gym, and it does cater to each child's individual needs whether they're neurotypical or neu
  
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• Former Lobo JT Toppin earns invite to NBA Draft Combine

  05-05-2024 03:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Standout UNM Men's Basketball Freshman JT Toppin announced earlier in the week that he is hitting the transfer portal, just days later the 6'9" forward earned an invite to this year's NBA Draft Combine.The NBA announced today that 78 players have been invited to the 2024 NBA Draft Combine, which will take place from May 12-19 at Wintrust Arena and the Marriott Marquis in Chicago.Additionally, a select number of standout players from the 2024 NBA G League Eli
  
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• Showers and storms continue pushing through parts of New Mexico

  05-05-2024 01:55 via krqe.com
  
  Another push of low level moisture will move into the state Saturday night through Sunday morning. However, an approaching storm system will increase wind speeds Sunday afternoon. Southwesterly winds will gust to as high as 55 mph in northwest New Mexico Sunday afternoon. The southwest winds will bring in drier air across the state Sunday afternoon.Even stronger wind gusts will develop Monday afternoon, with westerly winds gusting to as high as 65 mph across parts of the state. Areas of blowing
  
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• Food and music highlight Turkish culture at Albuquerque festival

  05-05-2024 01:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The community got to partake in some Turkish-Mediterranean cuisine on Saturday at the Albuquerque Turkish Festival.The event was hosted by the Raindrop Foundation to help with their mission of educating and bringing Turkish culture to Albuquerque.Story continues below
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• 2024 Mayor's Ball focuses on film with 'Lights and Delights' theme

  05-05-2024 01:02 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The annual Mayor's Ball was held on Saturday in Albuquerque.Although the event has not been a "ball" for years, it still helps support several non-profits around the city. New Mexico couple finds a genie lamp, gets three wishesThe theme of this year's event was "film," and it was held at the Rail Yards near the upcoming CNM Film Academy.Those who attended were able to get food from several local restaurants. The proceeds went to those non-profits, including
  
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• Roads near ABQ BioPark to close for running event

  05-05-2024 00:50 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Neighborhood roads around the ABQ Biopark are closing down bright and early Sunday as runners take to the street for the annual "Run For the Zoo."Road closures will begin at 5 a.m. Sunday morning and continue through noon. Tia Betty Blues cafe in Albuquerque gets new name and ownerThe closures include 8th Street between Marquez and Coal, 10th Street between Park and Santa Fe, and Tingley Drive between Central and Marquez. A full list of closures can be
  
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• 2024 Celtic festival comes to Balloon Fiesta Park

  05-05-2024 00:31 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  Those wanting to hear the bagpipes and delve into the Celtic culture are getting the chance to do so this weekend.The 36th annual Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival and Highland Games is taking place this weekend at Balloon Fiesta Park.The festival celebrates the clans from Ireland, Scotland, and Wales to name a few. At the event, cultural food, music, and history are shared. Chipmunk native to New Mexico could soon be protected by feds as population dw
  
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• Miami TSA agents catch man hiding snakes in his pants

  04-05-2024 16:00 via krqe.com
  
  MIAMI (WFLA) — TSA agents at Miami International Airport found a slithery surprise last Friday after a traveler attempted to sneak a bag of snakes through security.The kicker? He was trying to transport them in his pants.On April 26, the man — who the TSA did not publicly identify — was passing through a checkpoint at MIA ahead of an international flight, a spokesperson for the TSA told Nexstar. But once he entered a screener utilizing advanced imaging technology (AIT), officer
  
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• Severe storm potential moves into parts of New Mexico this afternoon

  04-05-2024 15:08 via krqe.com
  
  Strong to severe thunderstorms and spotty showers will develop in parts of New Mexico this afternoon along with a period of windy weather returning Sunday.A backdoor cold front moved through eastern New Mexico this morning, bringing low clouds and drizzle. The front also brought a gusty east wind into the Rio Grande Valley this morning.Strong to severe thunderstorms will develop Saturday afternoon in southeast New Mexico, with large hail and strong winds the biggest threats. Spotty showers will
  
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• Amber alert issued for 10-month-old girl out of Clovis

  04-05-2024 07:15 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) –  New Mexico State Police have issued an amber alert for 10-month-old Eleia Maria Torres. She is 28 inches tall with brown eyes and brown hair.According to officials, around 4:30 p.m. on Friday, the Clovis Police Department was sent to Ned Houk Park where they found two women, 23-year-old Samantha Cisernos and 23-year-old Taryn Allen who had died from apparent gunshot wounds, and a five year old girl injured with a gunshot wound.
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• 2 dead, child shot, and Amber alert issued for 10-month-old girl out of Clovis

  04-05-2024 07:15 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) –  New Mexico State Police have issued an Amber alert for 10-month-old Eleia Maria Torres. She is 28 inches tall with brown eyes and brown hair.According to officials, around 4:30 p.m. on Friday, the Clovis Police Department was sent to Ned Houk Park where they found two women identified as 23-year-old Samantha Cisernos and 23-year-old Taryn Allen. They reportedly died from apparent gunshot wounds, and there was also a five-year-old girl who was injured w
  
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• 2 dead, child injured, and amber alert issued for 10-month-old girl out of Clovis

  04-05-2024 07:15 via krqe.com
  
  CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) –  New Mexico State Police have issued an amber alert for 10-month-old Eleia Maria Torres. She is 28 inches tall with brown eyes and brown hair.According to officials, around 4:30 p.m. on Friday, the Clovis Police Department was sent to Ned Houk Park where they found two women, 23-year-old Samantha Cisernos and 23-year-old Taryn Allen who had died from apparent gunshot wounds, and a five-year-old girl injured with a gunshot wound.
  Officers say Cisernos wa
  
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• Thunderstorms and high winds develop this weekend

  04-05-2024 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  Strong to severe thunderstorms and spotty showers will develop in parts of New Mexico this weekend. A period of windy weather will return starting Sunday.
  Warmer and breezier weather has returned to New Mexico Friday afternoon. Winds in eastern New Mexico have been gusting up to around 35 mph. High temperatures are back in the 90s in southeast parts of the state, with temperatures making it up to around 80° in the Albuquerque Metro. A backdoor cold front will move through eastern New Mexico
  
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• Team based in New Mexico captures images of eclipse from 20 miles in space

  04-05-2024 06:21 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – While most people were looking up on April 8 to see the eclipse, Mark Wells and his team at Edmonds Space Agency were looking up for a different reason.
  "Once we release the balloon then at that point we're kind of being held hostage to the wind," said Mark Wells, lead engineer at Edmonds Space Agency. "We were redesigning our battery system and some other things and redoing our code almost until the last moment there."Story continues below
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• Albuquerque woman wins on Jeopardy! for the third night in a row

  04-05-2024 06:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque's very own Jeopardy! contestant has won for the third night in a row. Weckiai Rannila was crowned champion on Wednesday night's broadcast and continued her streak on Friday. New Mexico couple finds a genie lamp, gets three wishesShe won for the third time in a row securing more than $7,000 and knocking the others out of the park. Ranilla will continue on Monday night's episode of Jeopardy! at 6 p.m. on KRQE.
  
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• 2 Albuquerque city councilors call for city to help enforce immigration law under certain conditions

  04-05-2024 06:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A pair of Albuquerque city councilors want the city to cooperate with federal immigration agents when an immigrant is accused of a serious crime. Right now, the city's Immigrant Friendly Ordinance prevents the city from helping the feds enforce immigration laws. It also bars the city from allowing agents access to city property for that purpose without a warrant. Crews clean up homeless camp in southeast AlbuquerqueCouncilors Brook Bassan and Renee Grou
  
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• VIDEO: APD officers shoot at vehicle driving away, shooting under investigation

  04-05-2024 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – We're seeing the moments two Albuquerque Police Department officers opened fire on a car as it drove away. Those officers are now under investigation.
  APD officers Nathien Apodaca and Hernan Conchas arrived to a home on 59th Street in Northwest Albuquerque on March 30, looking for a man who shot at his girlfriend and their baby.
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• Albuquerque woman sentenced in connection to granddaughter's death

  04-05-2024 05:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A grandmother who a judge said ignored the abuse of her grandchildren will spend the next three years behind bars. Diana Garcia pled no contest to child abandonment resulting in death and failure to report child abuse. Mother talks about South Valley school director holding box cutter blade to son’s neckShe lived with her son, Michael Garcia, and his four children. In October 2021, Garcia beat to death his two-year-old daughter Diana McGrory. Ther
  
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• Former head of maintenance for Dora schools convicted of corruption

  04-05-2024 04:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The former head of maintenance for the Dora Consolidated Schools is facing ten years in prison on corruption charges. A jury convicted 56-year-old Steven Butler for unfair bidding practices during his time with the schools. Mother talks about South Valley school director holding box cutter blade to son’s neckProsecutors say he used his position within the district to gain favorable bids on cleaning supplies and services for his own company. He will be se
  
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• Crews clean up homeless camp in southeast Albuquerque

  04-05-2024 04:14 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City of Albuquerque crews spent the morning clearing out a large homeless in southeast Albuquerque. Officials estimate around 75 people were camping illegally on a vacant property at Utah and Chico off Central Ave. The city said it the camp had grown over the last few weeks but neighbors told KRQE News 13 that it had been an issue for more than a year. Westside Albuquerque neighborhood at odds with proposed new developmentThe crews worked with the prope
  
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• New Mexico couple finds a genie lamp, gets three wishes

  04-05-2024 02:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It might sound like a fairy tale, but this story is not fiction. A New Mexico couple was granted three wishes worth more than a million dollars after finding a genie lamp in Texas. "The initial moment, I was in shock," said winner Ron Novack.   A Grants-area couple said they're steps closer to their dreams after an over $1 million find linked to an online treasure hunt that ended in Texas.  17 Chihuahuas, rescued from Socorro hoarder
  
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• Westside Albuquerque neighborhood at odds with proposed new development

  04-05-2024 01:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  Albuquerque City Councilors will be weighing if they'll greenlight a development near Coors Boulevard and Seven Bar Loop Road on the west side of Albuquerque. However, a lot of neighbors are saying the project would be too close for comfort.
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• Trial ends in hung jury for man related to convict in Victoria Martens case

  04-05-2024 01:50 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The brother of the man involved in the Victoria Martens murder had his own trial end this week with a hung jury. Joseph Gonzales was on trial for the last week and a half after investigators say he shot and killed Abner Antillon in the South Valley in August 2022. Mother talks about South Valley school director holding box cutter blade to son's neckGonzales is related to Fabian Gonzales who is serving a 37.5-year sentence for trying to dispose of Marten's bo
  
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• Albuquerque police have 82 police service aides on the force

  04-05-2024 01:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department has more police services aides on the force. The department graduated 24 PSAs on Friday bringing its total to 82. Albuquerque Police Department seeing increase in recruitsTheir duties include responding to crashes, traffic control, writing reports, and other administrative duties which will free officers up for more urgent calls. APD hopes to have 100 PSAs by the end of the year.
  
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