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• New Mexico Supreme Court hears arguments in case over APS teacher's racial comments

  29-04-2024 22:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Monday, the New Mexico Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a discrimination lawsuit against Albuquerque Public Schools (APS). In the case, Johnson V. Board of Education, a student sued the public school system after a teacher called a Navajo student with fake blood on her cheek a “bloody Indian” during a Halloween class.The incident occurred in 2018. The case has now made its way to the state supreme court, and the court is using it as
  
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• New Mexico getting $28 million for wildfire defense

  16-05-2024 22:08 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Around New Mexico, 11 communities are getting a share of $28 million to boost wildfire defenses. The funds come from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.“Our congratulations go out to the local agencies and their community partners who are helping to increase wildfire prevention and mitigation practices in this state,” State Forester Laura McCarthy said in a press release. “With over twice the amount of federal funding received last yea
  
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• New Mexico woman killed in Nevada crash

  16-05-2024 21:50 via krqe.com
  
  MCKINLEY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A 22-year-old woman from New Mexico was killed in a crash near Tonopah, Nevada, on May 8, according to Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP).Officials said the driver of a Chevrolet Tahoe was traveling westbound on US-6 west of mile marker 22 in the eastbound travel lane. A blue 2020 Kia Optima was traveling eastbound approaching mile marker 22 in the eastbound travel lane. The driver of the Tahoe steered to the left at the same time as the driver of the Kia Optim
  
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• Santa Rosa Lake boat ramp temporarily closed

  16-05-2024 21:38 via krqe.com
  
  GUADALUPE COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The boat ramp at Santa Rosa Lake State Park is temporarily closed due to low water.The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) recently planned a release of more than 25,000 acre-feet of water to help the Carlsbad Irrigation District.The release is expected to drop the lake's level by about 32 feet, the state's Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department says. Forest road near Cuba, New Mexico closed for elk calving“The boat ramp will remain cl
  
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• Iconic Mirage closing this summer to make way for Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas

  16-05-2024 21:24 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The closure date for the Mirage is set as construction is planned to begin on the 700-foot guitar tower that will mark the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.In a news release, Hard Rock International announced it would shut down The Mirage Hotel & Casino on July 17 in preparation for transforming the resort into Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. The property transformation will include a nearly 700-foot-tall guitar-shaped hotel
  
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• USPS workers in Rhode Island charged in mail theft ring; authorities estimate losses to be 'massive'

  16-05-2024 21:22 via krqe.com
  
  PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Federal investigators have broken up a "well-organized and wide-ranging conspiracy" to steal valuables from the mail in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, they announced Wednesday.The alleged conspiracy involved a supervisor and six other workers at the U.S. Postal Service processing and distribution center in Providence, Rhode Island, which handles all incoming and outgoing mail for Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.The facility handles roughly 3.5 million
  
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• Justice Department formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in historic shift

  16-05-2024 21:20 via krqe.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department on Thursday formally moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, a historic shift in generations of U.S. drug policy.A proposed rule sent to the federal register recognizes the medical uses of cannabis and acknowledges it has less potential for abuse than some of the nation’s most dangerous drugs. The plan approved by Attorney General Merrick Garland would not legalize marijuana outright for recreational us
  
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• Man accused of four New Mexico murders pleads guilty in one case

  16-05-2024 21:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Sean Lannon pleaded guilty to second degree murder Thursday for the death of Randall Apostalon. Lannon is still waiting for a trial on three murder charges in Cibola County.Story continues below
  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearanceEnvironment: City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreationTrending: Lawsuit claims CYFD did not do enough to protect special needs teen who diedNews: Clovis kidnapping and
  
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• Police arrest man for deadly shooting in downtown Albuquerque parking lot

  16-05-2024 20:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An 18-year-old man was arrested by Albuquerque Police for his role in a deadly shooting that happened in a downtown parking lot earlier this year.Angelo Andrade is believed to be part of a group of males who attacked Jeremiah Houston on April 6 around 3 a.m. in a parking lot at Copper Avenue and 6th Street NW, police said.Video from a camera operated by APD’s Real Time Crime Center captured the incident, in which two suspects can reportedly b
  
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• As special legislative session looms, New Mexico's AG says crime victims need more support

  16-05-2024 20:30 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico lawmakers are preparing to meet for a special lawmaking session in July. The state's governor has primary control over the session, but others, like the state's attorney general, are asking for lawmakers to address issues like victims' rights and providing faster DNA evidence processing."We are tired of every year – year after year – living in a community that cannot provide the basic public safety that we're all entitled to," New Mexi
  
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• Upcoming Isotopes homestand features fireworks night

  16-05-2024 19:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Isotopes are back in town for a four-game homestand against the Sugar Land Space Cowboys. The homestand features promotions for all to enjoy, including a fireworks night. NMAA issues VVHS baseball strike after Monday night incidentThe homestand kicks off on Thursday, May 16 with mental health awareness night. Friday is baseball card night and the first 1,000 fans will receive Isotopes baseball cards. Saturday is little league night and will f
  
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• Cannon AFB, surrounding area designated 'Eastern New Mexico Sentinel Landscape'

  16-05-2024 19:04 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A new 2.4 million-acre area of land, Cannon Air Force Base, and Melrose Air Force Range have been designated by the Sentinel Landscapes Partnership. The Eastern New Mexico Sentinel Landscape is one of five new landscapes designated by the partnership this year.The Sentinel Landscapes Partnership is made up of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Department of Defense (D0D), and the Department of the Interior (DOI). The designated landscapes are anchored b
  
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• Albuquerque man accused of luring three teens to his home for sex, DOJ says

  16-05-2024 18:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man is facing charges for allegedly luring three minor girls to his apartment for sex, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.Authorities allege that Kevin Vallo, 39, talked to the girls on the app Telegram. According to the criminal complaint, on March 20, 2024, detectives from the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office learned that a 15-year-old girl said that she and her friends, both 13-years-old, had sexual intercour
  
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• Dow hits 40,000 for the first time as Wall Street drifts higher

  16-05-2024 17:20 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are drifting higher Thursday and adding to their records set a day before.The S&P 500 was up 0.2% in morning trading. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was 109 points higher, or 0.3%, at 40,017, as of 10:45 a.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was up 0.2%. All three rallied on Wednesday to set all-time highs.Walmart rose 6.4% after reporting stronger profit for the latest quarter than analysts expected. It also said its revenue for the year c
  
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• Bernalillo County early voting for primary begins Saturday

  16-05-2024 17:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Early voting for the 2024 primary election begins on Saturday, May 18. There will be 20 early voting locations, the county says."Casting your ballot early not only ensures your voice is heard, but it also helps avoid the long lines on Election Day,” Clerk Linda Stover said in a press release. “I encourage all voters in Bernalillo County to take advantage of early voting." Debt-buying company coming to Albuquerque, promising 200 jobsEarly voting s
  
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• All lanes of I-25 north at Coal Avenue reopened following crash

  16-05-2024 17:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – All lanes of Interstate 25 north at Coal and Lead avenues in Albuquerque have been reopened following a crash Thursday morning, according to the NMRoads map.The crash was after I-25 N exit 223 and before exit 224.
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  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearanceEnvironment: City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreationTrending: Lawsuit claims CYFD did not do enough to protect special needs teen
  
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• All lanes of I-25 north at Coal Avenue closed for crash

  16-05-2024 17:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – All lanes of Interstate 25 north at Coal and Lead avenues in Albuquerque are closed due to a crash Thursday morning, according to the NMRoads map.The crash is after I-25 N exit 223 and before exit 224. Drivers are asked to seek an alternate route as major delays are expected.Story continues below
  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearanceEnvironment: City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreationTrending: Lawsu
  
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• APD: Overnight crashes leave multiple people with serious injuries

  16-05-2024 16:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department responded to two separate crashes that led to serious injuries overnight.NMAA issues VVHS baseball strike after Monday night incidentOn the evening of May 15, APD responded to the area of Pan American Freeway and Jefferson in response to a serious injury crash. Police say traffic was stopped on northbound Pan American Freeway at Jefferson for a red light. A vehicle traveling north failed to stop and struck multiple vehicles
  
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• Hubbell Trading Post returns to Bandelier National Monument for first time since 2019

  16-05-2024 15:55 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – For the first time since 2019, Hubbell Trading Post is returning to Bandelier National Monument May 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreationVisitors will get the chance to experience the heritage of the Navajo people and enjoy a number of cultural items. Guests can browse and shop hundreds of handcrafted Navajo jewelry and rugs. Navajo trader Wallace James Jr. will be on site from 11 a.m. - 2 p.
  
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• 'Happy Gilmore 2' coming to Netflix

  16-05-2024 15:10 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – "Happy Gilmore is back!" Netflix revealed in a post on X.The streaming giant announced Wednesday that Adam Sandler is set to reprise his role as the hockey-enthusiast-turned-golfer in a sequel to the 1996 comedy, slated to be released on Netflix. ‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuquerque to film new seriesThe film, now almost three decades old, is still counted among Sandler's most popular movies. It starred the comedian along with Christopher McDona
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: CYFD lawsuit, Suspect arrested, Showers and storms, Team warned, New shuttle

  16-05-2024 15:02 via krqe.com
  
  Thursday's Top Stories
  VIDEO: Police pursue man accused of stealing Taos County Sheriff’s Office unitCity of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreationAlbuquerque Sign Language Academy getting ready to break ground on facilityProtestors removed from University of New Mexico campusClovis kidnapping and double murder suspect carjacked Uber driver at gunpointProsecutors ask judge to reconsider release of Albuquerque shooting suspectMajor changes coming to Visa: Ho
  
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• Stormy Thursday with cooler temperatures

  16-05-2024 14:52 via krqe.com
  
  Scattered showers and thunderstorms are pushing through the middle Rio Grande Valley, including the Metro, and other parts of northern, western and southern New Mexico. A low pressure system is moving over the state, and a backdoor cold front is pushing through the Rio Grande Valley.Forecast Continues Below
  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearancePodcast: Behind the story: Albuquerque grandma shoots intruderFilm: ‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuq
  
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• Scattered showers, thunderstorms expected across New Mexico Thursday

  16-05-2024 14:52 via krqe.com
  
  Scattered showers and thunderstorms are pushing through the middle Rio Grande Valley, including the Metro, and other parts of northern, western and southern New Mexico. A low pressure system is moving over the state, and a backdoor cold front is pushing through the Rio Grande Valley.Forecast Continues Below
  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearanceEnvironment: City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreationTrending: Lawsuit claims CYFD did not do e
  
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• Major changes coming to Visa: How will it affect you?

  16-05-2024 14:34 via krqe.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Your wallet may soon be getting thinner.Visa on Wednesday announced major changes to how credit and debit cards will operate in the U.S. in the coming months and years.The new features could mean Americans will be carrying fewer physical cards in their wallets, and will make the 16-digit credit or debit card number printed on every card increasingly irrelevant.They will be some of the biggest changes to how payments operate in the U.S. since the U.S. rolled out chip-embedde
  
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• Showers move into the Metro Thursday morning, more storms in the afternoon

  16-05-2024 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  Showers and storms will continue overnight, with more storms on the way by Thursday afternoon. Locally heavy rainfall and severe weather are possible with some storms.It was an even more active day across most of New Mexico Wednesday. A few showers and a couple thunderstorms continue tonight even. High-resolution forecast models have been consistent on a round of showers and storms developing in central New Mexico and the Albuquerque Metro by mid-Thursday morning.
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• NMAA issues VVHS baseball strike after Monday night incident

  16-05-2024 06:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was shocking video of a heated exchange at a high school state championship baseball game. Now, the New Mexico Activities Association has ruled against the Volcano Vista Hawks for the incident.  Story continues below
  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearancePodcast: Behind the story: Albuquerque grandma shoots intruderFilm: ‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuquerque to film new seriesNew Mexico Frontiers:
  
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• Albuquerque Sign Language Academy getting ready to break ground on facility

  16-05-2024 06:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a multi-million dollar facility meant to keep New Mexico at the forefront of education for deaf and hard of hearing students. Soon, an empty lot just north of Osuna and Edith will turn into a new, 60,000-thousand-square-foot facility for the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy."There's no one in the country doing the work we're doing in regard to serving deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing kids and special needs kids in the same inclusive environment," sai
  
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• New Mexico AG sues Second Judicial Court over refusal to release GPS monitoring records

  16-05-2024 06:11 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed a lawsuit on Wednesday against the Second Judicial District Court after the court refused to release public records to KRQE News 13. Investigative Reporter Larry Barker initially submitted a request to the Second Judicial District Court for GPS data to investigate the effectiveness of pretrial services GPS monitoring.Prosecutors ask judge to reconsider release of Albuquerque shooting suspectWhile his request
  
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• Lawsuit claims CYFD did not do enough to protect special needs teen who died

  16-05-2024 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was 2022 when Dora Espinoza arrived at the University of New Mexico Hospital with her 16-year-old daughter with special needs. At that point, the teen was already dead.
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  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearancePodcast: Behind the story: Albuquerque grandma shoots intruderFilm: ‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuquerque to film new seriesNew Mexico Frontiers: New Mexico filmmaker tells the
  
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• Clovis kidnapping and double murder suspect carjacked Uber driver at gunpoint

  16-05-2024 04:57 via krqe.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas -- A federal complaint obtained by EverythingLubbock.com on Wednesday revealed three witnesses saw the vehicle that 26-year-old Alek Collins drove to a Clovis park when he was accused of kidnapping a baby, killing two women and injuring a child in a shooting.Police responded to Ned Houk Park on May 3. CPD said Samantha "Harley" Cisneros and Taryn Allen, both 23, of Texico, were found dead outside a minivan with "multiple" gunshot wounds.
  Federal court records said evidence suggest
  
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