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• College enrollment grows in New Mexico for spring semester

  17-04-2024 23:08 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – College enrollment across the state has increased this spring semester. According to the New Mexico Higher Education Department, this is the fourth consecutive semester since the Opportunity Scholarship Act was signed in 2022. This marks an average increase of nearly 4% compared to last spring.What is trade school, and is it right for you?Numbers show more than 3,000 students have enrolled in certificate and degree programs. Officials say last year, New Mexico
  
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• Former NSA worker sentenced to 20+ years in prison for selling secrets to undercover agent

  30-04-2024 16:24 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- A former National Security Agency worker was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison after he was charged with selling classified information to a Russian official, the Department of Justice announced Monday.Jareh Sebastian Dalke, 32, of Colorado Springs, was sentenced to 262 months in prison on Monday after he pleaded guilty to six counts of attempting to share classified national defense information with an agent with the Russian Federation, federal prosecutors said.Dalke worke
  
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• Driver killed after metal rod pierces windshield

  30-04-2024 15:46 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – The Carlsbad Police Crimestoppers is asking for information on the death of a vehicle driver last week.New Mexico State Police conducts PIT maneuver, crashes into stolen Taos County Sheriff’s Office unitThey say at around 12:10 p.m. on April 24, there was a incident at the 5000 block of National Parks Highway. A metal welding rod hit a windshield pierced the windshield of a vehicle and critically injured the driver. Despite medical intervention, the drive
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Student protest, Officer mistrial, Warmer day, Cattle regulations, BioPark funding

  30-04-2024 15:14 via krqe.com
  
  Tuesday's Top Stories
  How a Supreme Court case on homelessness could affect New MexicoVideo shows Albuquerque gathering just before fatal shootingNMSP conducts PIT maneuver, crashes into stolen Taos County Sheriff’s Office unitMan shot, killed in officer-involved shooting in ChaparralMan sentenced for two double murders in AlbuquerqueNMDOH detects Xylazine in fentanyl samplesDispensary accused of violating NM Cannabis Regulation Act at opening celebration4 law officers serving warrant are
  
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• Warm and quiet weather Tuesday

  30-04-2024 15:04 via krqe.com
  
  Tuesday morning is start off with warmer temperatures than Monday morning, but still cool enough to need jackets and layers, with lows in the 30s, 40s and 50s. It is going to be an even warmer day, with high temperatures climbing into the 70s, 80s and 90s. Skies will be clear all day, with light winds, coming in from the west at 10 to 25 mph.
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• How a Supreme Court case on homelessness could affect New Mexico

  30-04-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The U.S. Supreme Court is taking up a case that could impact how states and local agencies decide to deal with the issue of homeless encampments. UNM School of Law Professor Joshua Kastenberg joins Gabby on the New Mexico News Podcast to discuss Albuquerque's current policies on encampments, and the local implications of the case known as Grants Pass v. Johnson.
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• WATCH: Zebras get loose near highway exit, gallop into Washington community

  30-04-2024 13:48 via krqe.com
  
  NORTH BEND, Wash. (AP) — It was an unusual wildlife sighting Sunday when four zebras escaped from their trailer and galloped into a Washington neighborhood.Three of the four black-and-white striped animals were quickly captured, but the fate of the fourth wasn’t immediately known Monday, Washington State Patrol Trooper Rick Johnson said.The zebras were being transported from Washington to Montana when the driver took the Interstate 90 exit for North Bend, located about 30 miles (48 k
  
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• ABQ to have the highest UV index in the country on Tuesday

  30-04-2024 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  Warmer and dry weather continues this week. The UV index in parts of New Mexico will be higher than anywhere else in the United State on Tuesday.It was a quiet start to the week across New Mexico with sunny skies, around average high temperatures and light to calm winds. These conditions will continue through Tuesday, but high temperatures will be as much as 10° warmer than today. By Wednesday, southwesterly winds will pick up, with afternoon gusts as high as 25 to 45 mph. These winds will a
  
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• NM BioPark Society raises concerns over proposed budget for the ABQ BioPark

  30-04-2024 06:20 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –- The non-profit that supports the BioPark is sounding the alarm after saying the city's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025 leaves out key funding for the facility to feed animals and keep its new Asia exhibit open.
  "When it was published, we looked at it and said this seems a little light," said Julie Miller Rugg, Executive Director for the New Mexico BioPark Society. "We're hoping it was an oversight."Story continues below
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• Protest breaks out at the University of New Mexico Student Union Building

  30-04-2024 06:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Students and community members have marched into the University of New Mexico Student Union Building setting up tents on the second floor. This is the latest in a multi-day protest held on campus calling for UNM to call for a ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas War. New trial begins for man convicted of killing army veteranKRQE News 13's crew on site said protesters graffitied the inside of the building. New Mexico State Police say they are assisting the U
  
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• Braden Appelhans decides to stay at UNM

  30-04-2024 05:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – UNM shooting guard Braden Appelhans has had a change of heart. The six foot seven red shirt freshman shooting guard has decided to withdraw his name from the transfer portal and remain with the University of New Mexico Lobos.
  Appelhans announced on social media last week that he was entering the transfer portal. Monday he made his decision to return known by doing the same thing. Appelhans posted, "There is no place like it. Go Lobos."
  He played in 16 games
  
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• 7 people displaced after fire at Las Cruces apartment complex

  30-04-2024 04:52 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A fire at a Las Cruces apartment complex damaged two homes and displaced seven residents on Sunday afternoon, April 28, the Las Cruces Fire Department said.
  Shortly before 3 p.m., Las Cruces firefighters were called out on a report of a fire at Willow Brook Mars Townhomes at 2200 Mars Ave. Crews arrived to find flames coming from the roof of one section of the complex.Firefighters pinpointed the fire to an attic. Firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading to
  
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• NMDOH detects Xylazine in fentanyl samples

  30-04-2024 04:03 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Health has confirmed the presence of Xlazyine in fentanyl samples tested through the New Mexico Adulterant Program. The drug, also known as "tranq" or the "zombie drug" is a central nervous system depressant often used in veterinary medicine and is not approved for human use. What is xylazine? A medical toxicologist explains how it increases overdose risk, and why Narcan can still save a lifeThe DOH says Xylazine has been commonly
  
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• Man shot, killed in officer-involved shooting in Chaparral

  30-04-2024 03:29 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A man was shot and killed in Chaparral, New Mexico, Monday afternoon, April 29 in what the Dona Ana County Sheriff's Office is calling an officer-involved shooting.The incident happened at about 2:20 p.m. near Luna Azul and Prescott Anthony Dr.
  Deputies responded to call about a theft in progress and when they arrived, they made contact with a man.
  According to DASO, a struggle ensued, shots were fired and the man was killed.The incident is being investigated by DASO det
  
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• Cargo check in southern New Mexico turns up with hundreds of pounds of drugs

  30-04-2024 02:52 via krqe.com
  
  LORDSBURG, N.M. (KRQE) – Authorities said they encountered a large amount of drugs at the Lordsburg Port of Entry. They were found in a commercial motor vehicle.The New Mexico State Police said a transportation inspector asked for help during a cargo inspection on Sunday around 1:15 p.m. The trailer was locked, and the driver didn't have a key.Story continues below
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• Brantley Lake State Park's fishing dock has returned

  30-04-2024 02:16 via krqe.com
  
  CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department's (EMNRD) New Mexico State Parks Division has announced the presence of a fishing dock. It's at Brantley Lake State Park.About five years ago, officials said they closed a fishing dock that was unsafe. Now, they've welcomed a new one at the park.
  “We are thrilled to once again offer anglers a safe and accessible platform to enjoy one of their favorite pastimes at Brantley Lake State Park. This project
  
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• Video shows Albuquerque gathering just before fatal shooting

  30-04-2024 01:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man is charged with shooting and killing a man at a dance, and police said the motive was a decade-old grudge.On Monday morning, Theodore Toney faced a judge on murder charges. Now, a new video shows the moments that led up to the shooting.In the video, people are dancing and mingling, and the victim has been there for about an hour. Investigators claimed Toney left the room for a minute, and then the video showed him returning to walk out of view whi
  
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• USDA to require electronic ear tags for most cattle, bison during transport

  30-04-2024 01:38 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As bird flu reached New Mexico dairy cows, the feds are set to launch new safety rules for transporting some livestock. However, some local ranchers are now concerned about how much it might impact them.“This rapid of a change is going to be hard for people to comply with,” said New Mexico Cattle Growers Association President Bronson Corn.Ranchers and cattle farmers across New Mexico are bracing for a big change. Under a new rule, the United States Depa
  
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• Warm and dry weather sticks around this week

  30-04-2024 00:58 via krqe.com
  
  After rain and snow fell in parts of New Mexico this weekend, drier weather is here to stay this week. Winds pick up on Wednesday.
  It is a quiet start to the week across New Mexico with sunny skies, around average high temperatures and light to calm winds. These conditions will continue through Tuesday, but high temperatures will be as much as 10° warmer than today. By Wednesday, southwesterly winds will pick up, with afternoon gusts as high as 25 to 45 mph. These winds will also help to bri
  
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• ABQ BioPark invites families to celebrate Mother's Day at the zoo

  30-04-2024 00:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The ABQ BioPark is inviting families down to the park to celebrate Mother's Day next month. On May 12, starting at 9 a.m., the zoo will feature live music all around the park as well as free face painting and specialty menus. BioPark Botanic Garden shares seed, plant info with local kidsTo buy a ticket, click this link.
  
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• Man sentenced for two double murders in Albuquerque

  30-04-2024 00:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man accused of two double murders in Albuquerque will spend the rest of his life in prison.John Paul Ballejos, 31, was sentenced last Tuesday to two consecutive life sentences by Bernalillo District Court Judge Bruce Fox. Ballejos was the center of a KRQE investigation that revealed red flags in Ballejos' past leading up to the murders. Mistrial declared in case of former APD officer accused of dragging disabled man out of TargetBallejos' uncle, Hesiquio C
  
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• Vacant secretary seat filled at New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department

  30-04-2024 00:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) has a new secretary. The position had been vacant since December of 2023.New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Melanie A. Kenderdine to be the department's new leader. Kenderdine brings experience from the non-profit and government sectors. Texas-based oil company to pay New Mexico $24.5 million over pollution allegations“I am honored to join Governor Lujan Grisham&
  
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• Cookies dispensary accused of violating New Mexico Cannabis Regulation Act at opening celebration

  29-04-2024 23:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque dispensary Cookies is accused of several violations of the state's Cannabis Regulation Act, according to an April 8 notice filed by the Cannabis Control Division (CCD).The regulators are contemplating taking disciplinary action against Blue Whale Enterprises Inc., which operates Cookies, for alleged violations that took place during the dispensary's grand opening event on Nov. 18, 2023.The regulators accused the dispensary, located at 1340 Broadw
  
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• Rio Rancho man sentenced for robbing woman by gunpoint in 2022

  29-04-2024 23:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man who forced a woman to empty her bank account before leading deputies on a chase through Albuquerque on New Year's Day in 2022 was sentenced to five years in prison. Aron Leon used a gun to rob the woman at an ATM outside a bank near Rio Bravo and Second St. and got away with more than $300. He was asked caught in a stolen Jeep after a lengthy chase by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. Trial date set for South Carolina man linked to New Mexico Sta
  
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• Rio Rancho man sentenced for robbing woman at gunpoint in 2022

  29-04-2024 23:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man who forced a woman to empty her bank account before leading deputies on a chase through Albuquerque on New Year's Day in 2022 was sentenced to five years in prison. Aron Leon used a gun to rob the woman at an ATM outside a bank near Rio Bravo and Second St. and got away with more than $300. He was asked caught in a stolen Jeep after a lengthy chase by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. Trial date set for South Carolina man linked to New Mexico Sta
  
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• Rare white bison born at Texas ranch

  29-04-2024 23:39 via krqe.com
  
  BURNET, Texas (KXAN) — A Burnet ranch's latest bundle of joy comes with an added twist, after welcoming a rare white bison calf last week.Wagon Springs Ranch's owner Carl Chambers told KXAN his ranch crossed two blonde-haired bison last year. This marked the mama's first calf, and it's made for a memorable experience, Chambers said."When me and my brother went into the brush, I saw her laying down and then I saw this big white thing next to her. And I was like 'what is that?'" Chambers rec
  
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• Bernalillo County DA, BCSO Sheriff to hold town hall meeting on Tuesday

  29-04-2024 23:27 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman and Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Sheriff John Allen are hosting a town hall meeting on Tuesday with the two taking questions from the public. The town hall begins at 6 p.m. at the Paradise Hills Community Center near Unser and Paradise Blvd. New video shows derailed train explosion near AZ-NM borderPeople attending the meeting can submit their questions before the speakers take the stage.
  
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• 2 arrested for street racing in Roswell

  29-04-2024 22:50 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Two suspected street racers were arrested on Sunday night on Main Street in Roswell. Chaves County Sheriff's Office deputies pulled over 20-year-old Emily Munoz-Corral along with a 16-year-old male just before 10 p.m. Video: Driver tries to race BCSO deputy on Paseo Del NorteMunoz-Carol was arrested and taken to the Chaves County Detention Center. The 16-year-old was arrested and released to his parents.
  
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• Cibola National Forest raising some recreation fees

  29-04-2024 22:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Usage fees for some sites within the Cibola National Forest will increase beginning in May. The U.S. Forest Service says rising maintenance costs necessitated the fee increases.Day-use fees will increase from $3 to $5. single family campsites will increase to $10 per night. Equestrian campsites will increase to $12 per night. Other fee increases will vary depending on amenities and site capacity, the Forest Service says. Texas-based oil company to pay New Me
  
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• Mistrial declared in case of former APD officer accused of dragging disabled man out of Target

  29-04-2024 22:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The trial against Kenneth Skeens, a former Albuquerque Police Department (APD) officer accused of dragging a disabled man out of an Albuquerque Target, ended in a mistrial on Monday.Judge Britt M. Baca-Miller declared a mistrial as a result of a hung jury, which is when a jury is unable to unanimously agree on a verdict. Skeens was accused of using excessive force against Matthew McManus while he was at the self-checkout trying to buy a bike at Tar
  
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