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• New Mexico leaders working on ways to make forest fire prevention more economical

  09-09-2026 01:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — As New Mexico's seen some of its most destructive wildfires in recent years, state leaders are looking at creating industry to help save New Mexico's forests, while creating jobs. The state's Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department says it's focusing on finding economical solutions to remove dense brush from new Mexico forests, [...]
  
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• Fight food insecurity at the 11th Annual Hike to End Hunger

  09-09-2026 18:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rio Grande Food Project is asking the community to join them for their 11th Hike to End Hunger. The community event is meant to bring people together to be active and learn how to tackle the issue of food insecurity. The event is free and open to everyone. The Hike to [...]
  
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• Lindsay Clancy attorney to ask for case to be dismissed after mistrial

  09-09-2026 17:48 via krqe.com
  
  Clancy's five-week trial ended in a mistrial after the jury failed to come to a unanimous verdict.
  
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• Laws and long flights: Why the NFL is starting on a Wednesday this year

  09-09-2026 17:45 via krqe.com
  
  It's been more than a decade since the NFL started on a Wednesday.
  
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• Costco quietly shuts down its Costco Next service. What was it?

  09-09-2026 17:45 via krqe.com
  
  Costco appears to have ended a longtime program that allowed members to shop for sale items at select partner retailers.
  
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• Where it's most affordable to be a stay-at-home parent: Data

  09-09-2026 17:44 via krqe.com
  
  Only one working parent in your household? Here's how much they need to earn, according to a new analysis.
  
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• Mistrust of government information is rising across major issues: Poll

  09-09-2026 17:44 via krqe.com
  
  Those suspicions extend to the results of the upcoming midterm elections.
  
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• ABC denies 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' ending report, call it 'inaccurate'

  09-09-2026 17:44 via krqe.com
  
  Kimmel, a longtime critic of Pres. Trump, has traded jabs with the president throughout his second term.
  
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• Rodney Tafoya Shares His Baseball Journey in New Book

  09-09-2026 17:40 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Baseball is more than just a game for Rodney Tafoya. For the Santa Fe native, it has been a lifelong journey filled with unforgettable experiences, international travel, professional competition and, ultimately, a powerful comeback story. Tafoya, a left-handed pitcher known for his fierce presence on the mound, has spent more than four [...]
  
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• Albuquerque Police investigates deadly shooting after man dies at hospital

  09-09-2026 17:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police homicide detectives are investigating a deadly, overnight shooting. Officers responded to Kaseman Hospital on Tuesday shortly after 11 p.m. following a report of a man with a gunshot was dropped off in the parking lot. The man, who was in his 30s, died as a result of his injuries, police [...]
  
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• Roswell Police investigate double homicide

  09-09-2026 15:02 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – The Roswell Police Department is investigating a shooting that killed two people Tuesday morning in the west part of the city. Officers responded about 3 a.m. to a house in the 1600 block of Juniper Street to check the welfare of the woman resident after her friend reported hearing multiple gunshots at the [...]
  
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• Santa Fe man charged for shooting that killed sister, police say

  09-09-2026 14:57 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe Police have filed an involuntary manslaughter charge against a man for the deadly shooting of his sister. Yasell Sandoval Sigala, 21 of Santa Fe, is accused of causing the death of his sister Alexia Verdugo Sigala, 24 of Santa Fe. On Sept. 5 at approximately 1:45 p.m., Santa Fe Police [...]
  
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• Bill proposal, Shooting settlement, Scattered storms, Housing shortage, Wildfire prevention

  09-09-2026 14:49 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] City Council proposal leads to questions for fiber companies - Companies installing fiber lines throughout the city say their work will bring faster internet, but for some Albuquerque homeowners getting there has meant torn-up yards, damaged sidewalks, and a long wait for repairs. For months, the city has received [...]
  
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• How normal are 100 degree days in Albuquerque?; Beyond the Forecast

  09-09-2026 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – So far in 2026, Albuquerque has experienced at least eight 100 degree days and normally the city observes at least three each year. In this episode of Beyond the Forecast, KRQE Chief Meteorologist Grant Tosterud searched the record books with Meteorologists Josh Redwine and David Burgett to determine how hot Albuquerque has [...]
  
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• City Council proposal leads to questions over what this means for fiber companies

  09-09-2026 13:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For months, homeowners have complained about fiber companies tearing up their yards. A new city council proposal could change those rules. Critics say it would weaken protections for homeowners, but the councilor behind the bill says that's not the case. Companies installing fiber lines throughout the city say their work will bring faster internet, [...]
  
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• Some scattered storms but warmer weather

  09-09-2026 13:34 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty rain pockets are once again present in parts of New Mexico with some clouds dispersed across the region with pleasant conditions to start. Somewhat-damp conditions are present in some western areas and local eastern areas. Many northern areas are mostly starting off even cooler than the morning before again, but [...]
  
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• Lobo football prepares for the Mercyhurst Lakers

  09-09-2026 07:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — After a dominating defensive 38-7 performance against Central Michigan to start the season, Jason Eck and his UNM Lobos have their eyes focused on the Mercyhurst Lakers. After one week of play UNM ranks No. 1 in the FBS in fewest passing yards allowed at 30. Mercyhurst, an FCS team out of [...]
  
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• Uncovering Unserville: Albuquerque's multi-million purchase

  09-09-2026 06:29 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - To the casual observer, Albuquerque's newest acquisition appears to be just a random collection of commercial and residential buildings. There's a spacious residence, a smaller house,an oversized automobile garage, and a prefab warehouse. The property may not look like anything special; however, if those walls could talk, they would tell quite a [...]
  
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• Storm chances return to parts of New Mexico Wednesday afternoon

  09-09-2026 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop across parts of New Mexico Wednesday as near-record heat continues. Drier air will move back into more of the state toward the end of the week, but temperatures will stay hot. Slow-moving storms have been developing over the mountains Tuesday afternoon. Storms are generally drifting west in [...]
  
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• Trump banning Canada's dairy products, motorcycles and many alcoholic beverages

  09-09-2026 05:12 via krqe.com
  
  The “dollar for dollar” tariffs took effect Tuesday and apply to a wide variety of U.S. goods, including milk and cream, steel, aluminum, paper and exercise equipment.
  
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• New Mexico sues FEMA for $61 million in wildfire compensation

  09-09-2026 05:09 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against FEMA, seeking $61 million in wildfire compensation. The state says that money covers ongoing cost for deploying the national guard to respond to wildfires and flooding in the wake of the 2022 Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon Fire. That wildfire, the largest in state history, began as [...]
  
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• City council to vote on new security at Gateway Center on Gibson in ABQ

  09-09-2026 05:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — New security could be coming to Albuquerque's Gateway Center on Gibson. City council will be voting on approving a contract for unarmed security guards to patrol inside and outside the Gateway Center. The health, housing, and homelessness department says the contract comes as the contract ended for a previous security company. They [...]
  
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• In-N-Out Burger reveals 'meaningful changes' to its ingredients

  09-09-2026 04:39 via krqe.com
  
  Noticed anything different at In-N-Out lately? The popular California-based fast food chain announced on Tuesday that it has made several changes to its ingredients this year.
  
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• 'Gender Bender Gina': Abbott's first attack signifies new stage of midterm races

  09-09-2026 04:39 via krqe.com
  
  After spending months largely ignoring Democratic nominee Gina Hinojosa, Gov. Greg Abbott's campaign is now attacking her by name as statewide races enter a new phase ahead of Election Day.
  
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• American man shows up at border with meth, fentanyl and heroin

  09-09-2026 04:39 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — An American citizen allegedly had meth, heroin, and fentanyl when he tried to cross the border from Mexico on Thursday. The driver of a 2005 Chrysler Town and Country, described only as a 28-year-old U.S. man, was ordered to undergo secondary inspection when he pulled up to the Del [...]
  
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• University of Iowa marching band member dies after collapse during football game

  09-09-2026 04:38 via krqe.com
  
  "Music was the language of his soul."
  
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• Trump's pick wins GOP primary for open Pappas House seat

  09-09-2026 04:38 via krqe.com
  
  DiLorenzo distanced himself from Trump, moderately, since the President's endorsement.
  
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• The Chainsmokers' post about San Jose show where 14 sent to hospital draws backlash

  09-09-2026 04:38 via krqe.com
  
  "... chaos!!!!!"
  
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• All 5 killed in Miami cargo jet crash were in a van used by plane cleaners

  09-09-2026 04:38 via krqe.com
  
  The five people killed when an Amazon cargo jet ran off the runway at Miami International Airport were all inside a van used to shuttle crews that clean planes, authorities said.
  
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• 'South Park' jabs Trump after Emmy win, changes name to 'South America'

  09-09-2026 04:37 via krqe.com
  
  The show's co-creators said the name change was "inspired by the bravery and patriotism of Apple and Google."
  
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