<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Albuquerque with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:29:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Two more days of rain chances across New Mexico before dry air returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will continue across parts of New Mexico through Saturday before drier and hotter weather returns early next week. Isolated showers and thunderstorms developed again Thursday afternoon, mainly over the mountains before drifting into nearby lower elevations. Storm movement has been somewhat erratic due to varying wind directions aloft across the state. A few [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-more-days-of-rain-chances-across-new-mexico-before-dry-air-returns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-more-days-of-rain-chances-across-new-mexico-before-dry-air-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe police investigating death of man and woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Details are limited, but around 7 p.m. on Thursday, Santa Fe police officers responded to a home on Chalan Road for a welfare check, where they found an adult man and an adult woman who had died. People are asked to avoid the area. Anyone with information is asked to call [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-investigating-death-of-man-and-woman/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-investigating-death-of-man-and-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Las Vegas maps out plan to sustain water quality for residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Las Vegas is still trying to recover after the largest fire in the state's history affected its drinking water. After years of gathering millions in funding, the city has a long-term plan to sustain its water quality. "Our water is clean and drinkable right now, and we have to maintain our [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-las-vegas-maps-out-plan-to-sustain-water-quality-for-residents/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-las-vegas-maps-out-plan-to-sustain-water-quality-for-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury rules Gila Regional Medical Center negligent in death of Nichelle Nichols]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A jury has ruled that a New Mexico hospital was negligent in the death of Nichelle Nichols, known for her role as Lieutenant Noyta Uhura in Star Trek. Last year, the family of Nichelle Nichols sued the Gila Regional Medical Center, where she went with shortness of breath in 2022. They claimed Nichols [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-rules-gila-regional-medical-center-negligent-in-death-of-nichelle-nichols/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-rules-gila-regional-medical-center-negligent-in-death-of-nichelle-nichols/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque family says toddler was failed by system before her death]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque family is mourning the death of a nearly 2-year-old girl after police say her mother abused her, leading to her death. Now, the family said the Children, Youth and Families Department of New Mexico failed to protect the child despite multiple reports of abuse and neglect. The grandparents of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-family-says-toddler-was-failed-by-system-before-her-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-family-says-toddler-was-failed-by-system-before-her-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town of Taos announces summer air service]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Town of Taos has announced the return of seasonal air service this summer, starting June 28. Contour Airlines offers direct service to Denver International Airport. The next day, JSX will offer nonstop semi-private flights to Dallas and Austin. Summer service will go through September 28. For more information on JSX, click [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/town-of-taos-announces-summer-air-service/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/town-of-taos-announces-summer-air-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMAA Board vote yes on new bylaw allowing one free transfer for student-athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The New Mexico Activities Association Board of Directors voted yes on a new bylaw allowing student athletes one free transfer during their high school career Thursday. The change is not finalized until member schools across the state have a say. They, too, will have to vote on whether to adopt the new [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmaa-board-vote-yes-on-new-bylaw-allowing-one-free-transfer-for-student-athletes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmaa-board-vote-yes-on-new-bylaw-allowing-one-free-transfer-for-student-athletes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM hopes to serve as host with expanded NCAA Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;With the NCAA basketball tournament expanding from 68 teams to 76 in 2027, the University of New Mexico is actively seeking consideration for The Pit to be a host site. UNM has reached out to the NCAA men's basketball committee and national media representatives, advocating for The Pit and why it would be [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-hopes-to-serve-as-host-with-expanded-ncaa-tournament/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-hopes-to-serve-as-host-with-expanded-ncaa-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Department of Justice files lawsuit against Kalshi]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the popular online betting company Kalshi. The NMDOJ is accusing Kalshi of unlawfully offering online sports betting, which is against the state's gaming laws. They said that the company is avoiding state laws in a handful of ways, including allowing sports betting [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-justice-files-lawsuit-against-kalshi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-justice-files-lawsuit-against-kalshi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meeting on proposed mosque in Albuquerque interrupted by protesters]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A proposed mosque in the North Valley has sparked a new wave of pushback and even threats as the county weighs if it can be built. The four-acre property at Second Street and Alameda Blvd. is being considered for a potential new home for an Islamic mosque, as the Albuquerque Islamic Center said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meeting-on-proposed-mosque-in-albuquerque-interrupted-by-protesters/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meeting-on-proposed-mosque-in-albuquerque-interrupted-by-protesters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue through Saturday before hotter weather returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will continue across parts of New Mexico through Saturday before drier and hotter weather returns early next week. Isolated showers and thunderstorms developed again Thursday afternoon, mainly over the mountains before drifting into nearby lower elevations. Storm movement has been somewhat erratic due to varying wind directions aloft across the state. A few [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-through-saturday-before-hotter-weather-returns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-through-saturday-before-hotter-weather-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD speeds up process to review shootings involving police]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Four police shootings in less than two weeks have some in Albuquerque wondering: Is the Albuquerque Police Department repeating history? After a record number of police shootings in 2022, APD leaders promised more oversight. After a decade of federal reform efforts, the latest rash of shootings is raising questions for some over whether [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-speeds-up-process-to-review-shootings-involving-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-speeds-up-process-to-review-shootings-involving-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jewish Community Center and synagogue in Albuquerque recover after doors vandalized]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Jewish community is cleaning up and trying to stay positive after police said a man damaged two of their buildings within minutes of each other earlier this week. Both the Jewish Community Center of Greater Albuquerque and a nearby synagogue said they're not letting this keep their groups from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jewish-community-center-and-synagogue-in-albuquerque-recover-after-doors-vandalized/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jewish-community-center-and-synagogue-in-albuquerque-recover-after-doors-vandalized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United hosts Pride on the Pitch for Pride Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In this week&rsquo;s Black and Yellow Report, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate and Sports Anchor Jared Chester discuss the team next match in the USL Cup, Pride on the Pitch night, and more. United will take on Phoenix Rising FC on Saturday at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-hosts-pride-on-the-pitch-for-pride-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-hosts-pride-on-the-pitch-for-pride-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico man convicted of assaulting multiple nurses]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A New Mexico man has been found guilty of assaulting three healthcare professionals. A Santa Fe County jury found Steve Ortiz guilty of three counts of battery upon a healthcare worker. In March 2025, court documents said Ortiz violently assaulted three female nurses who were trying to provide him with medical [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-man-convicted-of-assaulting-multiple-nurses/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-man-convicted-of-assaulting-multiple-nurses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigating homicide in northwest Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a homicide in northwest Albuquerque. Officers were called to a home on Headingly Avenue near 12th St. and Candelaria Road. about a body found in a home. APD said that because of evidence found on scene, it is being investigated as a homicide. This is a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigating-homicide-in-northwest-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigating-homicide-in-northwest-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool fills with water after work, repainting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weeks after crews drained the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to repaint its floor and make repairs, water began flowing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-fills-with-water-after-work-repainting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-fills-with-water-after-work-repainting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USAID's closure led to 'entirely preventable' deaths, latest Ebola outbreak: House Dem report]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration&rsquo;s decision to kill the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) likely contributed to 600,000 &ldquo;entirely preventable&rdquo; deaths, left the globe faltering in responding to the latest Ebola outbreak and let U.S. adversaries increase their standing in the developing world, a report from House Oversight Democrats finds. The report, issued Thursday, offers one [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usaids-closure-led-to-entirely-preventable-deaths-latest-ebola-outbreak-house-dem-report/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usaids-closure-led-to-entirely-preventable-deaths-latest-ebola-outbreak-house-dem-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool fills with water after work, repainting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weeks after crews drained the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to repaint its floor and make repairs, water began flowing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-fills-with-water-after-work-repainting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-fills-with-water-after-work-repainting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A $700M renovation is changing the Alamo from a place to an experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Alamo is undergoing a $700 million renovation project to preserve its original buildings, recapture the original site and battleground, and create a world-class visitor center and museum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-700m-renovation-is-changing-the-alamo-from-a-place-to-an-experience/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-700m-renovation-is-changing-the-alamo-from-a-place-to-an-experience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Bolton to plead guilty to improperly handling national defense information]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bolton will plead guilty at a re-arraignment hearing scheduled for June 26 on one count of retention of national security information, according to sources familiar with the plea deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/john-bolton-to-plead-guilty-to-improperly-handling-national-defense-information/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/john-bolton-to-plead-guilty-to-improperly-handling-national-defense-information/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bonus payments announced in $725M Facebook privacy settlement. Here's how much you'll get]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check your bank account: Another round of payments is about to go out in the landmark $725 million Facebook class action settlement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bonus-payments-announced-in-725m-facebook-privacy-settlement-heres-how-much-youll-get/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bonus-payments-announced-in-725m-facebook-privacy-settlement-heres-how-much-youll-get/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Armed and dangerous' pair escape from North Carolina detention center, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two inmates escaped Wednesday afternoon. A reward for information leading to their capture has been issued.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/armed-and-dangerous-pair-escape-from-north-carolina-detention-center-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/armed-and-dangerous-pair-escape-from-north-carolina-detention-center-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman finds 20 sticks of dynamite in freezer, prompting evacuations in L.A.]]></title><description><![CDATA[She told police she had no idea who the dynamite belonged to or how it got there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-finds-20-sticks-of-dynamite-in-freezer-prompting-evacuations-in-la/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-finds-20-sticks-of-dynamite-in-freezer-prompting-evacuations-in-la/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Next 'No Kings' event coming soon: What to expect]]></title><description><![CDATA[The last major event attracted millions in March. This event may have the same turnout, but you may not see them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/next-no-kings-event-coming-soon-what-to-expect/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/next-no-kings-event-coming-soon-what-to-expect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Man fleeing police drives through Little League game in California]]></title><description><![CDATA[A police car closely followed the suspect as both vehicles sped through pedestrian walkways.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-man-fleeing-police-drives-through-little-league-game-in-california/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-man-fleeing-police-drives-through-little-league-game-in-california/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City offers free parking amid road closures near 5th and Central in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The City of Albuquerque Parking Division is offering a way to park for free amid the road closures around 5th&nbsp;and Central. If you're visiting certain businesses on the 500 block of Central NW, you can get up to two hours of parking validation at the Copper Garage. Here's a list of those [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-offers-free-parking-amid-road-closures-near-5thand-central-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-offers-free-parking-amid-road-closures-near-5thand-central-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigate 'suspicious' death in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Police are investigating a "suspicious" death in southeast Albuquerque Thursday. Police responded to the Playa Del Sol apartments on Florida Street SE near Bell Avenue SE and found a male dead inside a vehicle. No other information was provided. This is a developing story; check back for updates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-suspicious-death-in-southeast-albuquerque-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-suspicious-death-in-southeast-albuquerque-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain chances continue for parts of New Mexico through the end of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Calmer conditions have been in place to start the day today. Rain chances will become more isolated through this afternoon and the rest of the week, with the best opportunities for afternoon storms focused near the mountains and across eastern New Mexico. The flash flood threat will be lower than earlier this week, but any [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-through-the-end-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-through-the-end-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man pleads guilty to child porn charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man facing charges for manufacturing, distributing and possession of child pornography was in court Thursday for a change of plea hearing. The defense for Timothy Houle, 34, entered a guilty plea to manufacturing child pornography. Judge Lucy Soliman accepted the plea. Under the plea agreement, the court dismissed the distribution [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-pleads-guilty-to-child-porn-charge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-pleads-guilty-to-child-porn-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free day-use at New Mexico State Parks this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;In&nbsp;recognition of National Fishing and Boating Week, New Mexico State Parks will offer free day-use at&nbsp;all state parks&nbsp;that provide fishing and boating opportunities&nbsp;on Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7.&nbsp; &ldquo;Outdoor recreation is part of New Mexico&rsquo;s&nbsp;culture, and this week is a reminder of how much fishing and boating&nbsp;contribute&nbsp;to&nbsp;our&nbsp;quality of life,&rdquo;&nbsp;said&nbsp;Toby Vel&aacute;squez,&n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-day-use-at-new-mexico-state-parks-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-day-use-at-new-mexico-state-parks-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico to restore hotline for reporting abuse of people with disabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; A hotline meant to serve as a resource where New Mexicans can report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities will soon be restored. Starting July 1, the toll-free hotline, 800-445-6242, will connect callers straight to intake specialists in the New Mexico Health Care Authority&rsquo;s Division of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-to-restore-hotline-for-reporting-abuse-of-people-with-disabilities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-to-restore-hotline-for-reporting-abuse-of-people-with-disabilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Forestry Division aims to spur regrowth in fire-damaged areas]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Forestry Division new Seedlings for Reforestation program aims to spur regrowth in forests that won't naturally regenerate, focusing on fire-damaged areas. The program provides a path for reforestation for land owners and stewards of forest land that has been impacted by wildfire. The program offers low-cost seedlings, education workshops, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-forestry-division-aims-to-spur-regrowth-in-fire-damaged-areas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-forestry-division-aims-to-spur-regrowth-in-fire-damaged-areas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern lights could dazzle in several states as sun ejections expected to spark storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several coronal mass ejections could impact Earth today, which means you may get to see the northern lights.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/northern-lights-could-dazzle-in-several-states-as-sun-ejections-expected-to-spark-storms/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/northern-lights-could-dazzle-in-several-states-as-sun-ejections-expected-to-spark-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cloudcroft woman sentenced for killing husband, attempting to cover up crime]]></title><description><![CDATA[CLOUDCROFT, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Cloudcroft woman has been sentenced to prison for killing her husband. Deana Thetford entered a guilty plea to second-degree murder, tampering with evidence, and forgery in connection with the death of her husband, Craig Thetford, who also lived in Cloudcroft. Craig Thetford was last seen in January 2025. After months without [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cloudcroft-woman-sentenced-for-killing-husband-attempting-to-cover-up-crime/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cloudcroft-woman-sentenced-for-killing-husband-attempting-to-cover-up-crime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USPS raising stamp prices again. Here's when they take effect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sending a letter is getting more expensive again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usps-raising-stamp-prices-again-heres-when-they-take-effect/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usps-raising-stamp-prices-again-heres-when-they-take-effect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump says he'll nominate Blanche as attorney general]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a dinner at the White House, the president said that he will instruct Dan Scavino, the director of the White House Presidential Personnel Office, and other aides to nominate Blanche to the post on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-hell-nominate-blanche-as-attorney-general/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-hell-nominate-blanche-as-attorney-general/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cassidy yells for Trump to 'get engaged' on medical debt in Senate speech]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) on Wednesday yelled for President Trump to &ldquo;get engaged&rdquo; on lowering medical debt as prices soar in part due to the expiration&nbsp;of ObamaCare subsidies.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cassidy-yells-for-trump-to-get-engaged-on-medical-debt-in-senate-speech/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cassidy-yells-for-trump-to-get-engaged-on-medical-debt-in-senate-speech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump administration has separated dozens of children from their parents for a second time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight years after President Trump&rsquo;s forcible border separations&nbsp;came to an official halt, an investigation has found that the government has re-separated dozens of children from their families, despite a landmark legal settlement meant to keep them together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-has-separated-dozens-of-children-from-their-parents-for-a-second-time/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-has-separated-dozens-of-children-from-their-parents-for-a-second-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Switching jobs still pays off, but not for everyone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Job switchers are still coming out ahead, but the pay boost has shrunk considerably since 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/switching-jobs-still-pays-off-but-not-for-everyone/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/switching-jobs-still-pays-off-but-not-for-everyone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Route 66 Information Station opens in downtown Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The year 2026 marks 100 years of Route 66 and to celebrate the historic centennial, a new information center right along the Mother Road has opened in downtown Albuquerque. The Route 66 Information Station, operated by Visit Albuquerque&mdash;the official destination marketing organization for the city&mdash;resides at the one spot in the entire United [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-route-66-information-station-opens-in-downtown-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-route-66-information-station-opens-in-downtown-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Card skimmer warning, South Valley fire, Isolated showers, New World Screw Worm, BioPark kangaroos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] How do you spot card skimmers at the pump? Albuquerque police offer tips - APD are warning people to be aware at the gas pumps as new technology is making it harder to spot card skimmers. Lt. Connor Ollquist says card skimming devices are a consistent problem across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/card-skimmer-warning-south-valley-fire-isolated-showers-new-world-screw-worm-biopark-kangaroos/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/card-skimmer-warning-south-valley-fire-isolated-showers-new-world-screw-worm-biopark-kangaroos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Less rain with storms migrating east and warmer weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Isolated storms are lingering in southeastern areas with some rain once again set for today. With the partly to mostly cloudy skies this morning, most are once again mild but slightly cooler than yesterday. Winds are a bit breezy occasionally with the humid air for many. Air temperatures in the north are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/less-rain-with-storms-migrating-east-and-warmer-weather/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/less-rain-with-storms-migrating-east-and-warmer-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isolated rain and thunderstorm chances continue through Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated thunderstorm chances will continue across parts of New Mexico through Saturday before hotter and drier weather takes over early next week. Thunderstorms once again developed over the mountains of New Mexico this afternoon. With lighter winds aloft, storms are moving slowly and producing pockets of heavy rainfall. The weaker upper-level winds have limited the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-rain-and-thunderstorm-chances-continue-through-saturday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-rain-and-thunderstorm-chances-continue-through-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Suspect barricades in Las Cruces daycare dumpster]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KTSM)&nbsp;&ndash; Officers surrounded a dumpster at a daycare property after an armed suspect barricaded himself inside on May 17, according to the Las Cruces Police Department. Investigators reported that 24-year-old Terrance Baker kicked in a home's front door, held a knife to a woman's neck, and tried to stab her while a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-suspect-barricades-in-las-cruces-daycare-dumpster/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-suspect-barricades-in-las-cruces-daycare-dumpster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer workouts begin for UNM men's basketball]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Summer workouts are officially underway for UNM men's basketball and second-year head coach Eric Olen. This year's team has nine new players. The Lobos were able to effectively work the transfer portal and feel confident about what they were able to put together. "Yeah, I like our group, you know," said Olen. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summer-workouts-begin-for-unm-mens-basketball/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summer-workouts-begin-for-unm-mens-basketball/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[59 people in CYFD's juvenile justice facilities earn diplomas]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico kids in the Children, Youth, and Families Department of New Mexico juvenile justice facilities are earning their high school diplomas. CYFD said that they broke a record this year with their new graduation rate of 86% for children in their care. Kids who are committed to CYFD's juvenile justice system are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/59-people-in-cyfds-juvenile-justice-facilities-earn-diplomas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/59-people-in-cyfds-juvenile-justice-facilities-earn-diplomas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[58 people in CYFD's juvenile justice facilities earn diplomas]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;New Mexico kids in the Children, Youth, and Families Department of New Mexico juvenile justice facilities are earning their high school diplomas. CYFD said that they broke a record this year with their new graduation rate of 86% for children in their care. Kids who are committed to CYFD's juvenile justice system are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/58-people-in-cyfds-juvenile-justice-facilities-earn-diplomas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/58-people-in-cyfds-juvenile-justice-facilities-earn-diplomas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big design changes take shape on I-25 interchange near Montgomery and Comanche]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's still about a year out from seeing construction end on the major I-25 Comanche and Montgomery interchange rebuild, but if you look closely, some of the biggest changes with the project are now taking shape. More than a year and a half into heavy lifting, the New Mexico Department of Transportation's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/big-design-changes-take-shape-on-i-25-interchange-near-montgomery-and-comanche/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/big-design-changes-take-shape-on-i-25-interchange-near-montgomery-and-comanche/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isolated storm chances continue in parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated thunderstorm chances will continue across parts of New Mexico through Saturday before hotter and drier weather takes over early next week. Thunderstorms have once again developed over the mountains of New Mexico this afternoon. With lighter winds aloft, storms are moving slowly and producing pockets of heavy rainfall. The weaker upper-level winds have limited [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-storm-chances-continue-in-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-storm-chances-continue-in-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gubernatorial candidates shift focus to November after primary victories]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The Democratic and Republican gubernatorial candidates are celebrating Wednesday as they clinch their nominations and head to the general election. A victory lap for Democrat Deb Haaland and Republican Gregg Hull. However, the race is far from over as the candidates turn their attention to winning in November and are working [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gubernatorial-candidates-shift-focus-to-november-after-primary-victories/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gubernatorial-candidates-shift-focus-to-november-after-primary-victories/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque offering free meals for kids during the summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The City of Albuquerque is making sure kids stay healthy all summer long, with the summer meals program returning this week. The City of Albuquerque's Youth and Family Services will be providing free breakfasts and lunches at over 90 different locations across the city. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis during [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-offering-free-meals-for-kids-during-the-summer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-offering-free-meals-for-kids-during-the-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Northeast Heights bar that's been laying vacant will soon have new life]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; It's been empty for years after a once popular, sprawling bar closed up shop. Now there's hope that a group of new shops can bring life back to a long overlooked northeast business area. "When it was the previous building, there was a lot to do here... Now it's just been here. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-northeast-heights-bar-thats-been-laying-vacant-will-soon-have-new-life/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-northeast-heights-bar-thats-been-laying-vacant-will-soon-have-new-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It could have been preventable': Neighboring business owner reacts to second recycling plant fire in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[D&eacute;j&agrave; vu for Bernalillo County Fire and Rescue being called to two fires at a South Valley Recycling Plant in less than two weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/it-could-have-been-preventable-neighboring-business-owner-reacts-to-second-recycling-plant-fire-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/it-could-have-been-preventable-neighboring-business-owner-reacts-to-second-recycling-plant-fire-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How many independent voters voted in New Mexico's primary election?]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico opened its primary for the first time ever to hundreds of thousands of independent voters. So how many of them actually cast ballots? Almost 9%, or about 33,000 of the state's independent voters, showed up at the primary polls, voting in either the Democratic or Republican contests. Some New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-many-independent-voters-voted-in-new-mexicos-primary-election/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-many-independent-voters-voted-in-new-mexicos-primary-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Department of Wildlife holds free fishing weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is holding its free fishing weekend from June 6-7 across the state. This is one of two free fishing weekends this year; the second will take place September 26-27. During free fishing weekends, licenses are not required. However, all other fishing regulations apply, including any bait restrictions and bag [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-wildlife-holds-free-fishing-weekend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-wildlife-holds-free-fishing-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pattie Gonia vs. Patagonia trademark dispute plays out on social media]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patagonia claimed Pattie Gonia's merchandise has confused customers who believed it resembled that of the 1972-founded company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pattie-gonia-vs-patagonia-trademark-dispute-plays-out-on-social-media/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pattie-gonia-vs-patagonia-trademark-dispute-plays-out-on-social-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrest warrant issued for NFL wide receiver after alleged speeding video]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brandon Aiyuk previously apologized for the incident.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/arrest-warrant-issued-for-nfl-wide-receiver-after-alleged-speeding-video/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/arrest-warrant-issued-for-nfl-wide-receiver-after-alleged-speeding-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3-year-old dies after inflatable castle tossed into air in Canada park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eleven other people were injured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-year-old-dies-after-inflatable-castle-tossed-into-air-in-canada-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-year-old-dies-after-inflatable-castle-tossed-into-air-in-canada-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque police arrest woman in connection to death of 1-year-old daughter]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department arrested 32-year-old Tabitha Leann Molina in connection to the death of her one-year-old child. APD said the girl was taken to Presbyterian Hospital for treatment, but was transferred to the University of New Mexico Hospital. Medical personnel reported that the child had life-threatening injuries that were possibly because [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-arrest-woman-in-connection-to-death-of-1-year-old-daughter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-arrest-woman-in-connection-to-death-of-1-year-old-daughter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Juan Co. Fire &amp; Rescue asks public for help with naming rescued cat]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The fire department in San Juan County is asking the public for help naming a cat that they rescued out of a very tight situation. Fire crews posted these photos of the call that went down Tuesday night: The pipe itself did not fare well in the rescue, but the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/san-juan-co-fire-amp-rescue-asks-public-for-help-with-naming-rescued-cat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/san-juan-co-fire-amp-rescue-asks-public-for-help-with-naming-rescued-cat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMED to give public presentation on toxic plume from Los Alamos National Laboratory]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ALAMOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Wednesday night, New Mexico Environment Department officials will give a public presentation about efforts to address toxic contaminated groundwater near Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico. The chemical hexavalent chromium was used by LANL throughout the fifties through the seventies, and during that time, chromium-contaminated water from cooling towers was periodically [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmed-to-give-public-presentation-on-toxic-plume-from-los-alamos-national-laboratory/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmed-to-give-public-presentation-on-toxic-plume-from-los-alamos-national-laboratory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flash flood warning issued for parts of Lincoln County in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A flash flood warning has been issued for parts of Lincoln County, including Ruidoso and Alto, on Wednesday afternoon. The warning is expected to last through 3:15 p.m. According to the NWS, there are radar-indicated thunderstorms and heavy rain over the South Fork burn scar. Flash flooding is either ongoing, or [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flash-flood-warning-issued-for-parts-of-lincoln-county-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flash-flood-warning-issued-for-parts-of-lincoln-county-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moisture will spread west across New Mexico today, bringing a more widespread chances for showers and thunderstorms from eastern New Mexico west to the Arizona state line south of I-40. Slow-moving storms this afternoon could produce heavy rainfall and flash flooding. Shower and storm chances for the Albuquerque and Santa Fe metro areas are looking [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Honor Flight of Northern New Mexico sends 32 local veterans to Washington, D.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Honor Flight of Northern New Mexico&nbsp;is sending 32 local veterans to Washington, D.C. to see monuments and memorials dedicated to those who served. The group is set to leave June 3, 2026 and return home June 5, 2026. This year's flight includes a 99-year-old World War II veteran, a Korean War veterab and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/honor-flight-of-northern-new-mexico-sends-32-local-veterans-to-washington-dc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/honor-flight-of-northern-new-mexico-sends-32-local-veterans-to-washington-dc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free fishing available in New Mexico this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Free fishing will be available in New Mexico this weekend as the state observes National Boating and Fishing Week. Fishing license requirements will be suspended in New Mexico on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8. Anyone can fish for free in public fishing waters throughout the state on both days, but [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-fishing-available-in-new-mexico-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-fishing-available-in-new-mexico-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carlisle at Lomas closes on Wednesday for natural gas pipeline repairs]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Part of a well-traveled Albuquerque street is closed on Wednesday as crews make repairs to a gas pipeline. The closure impacts northbound Carlisle Boulevard at Lomas. The turning lame from southbound Carlisle to eastbound Lomas, and the turning lane from eastbound Lomas to northbound Carlisle, are also closed. Crews are on site [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/carlisle-at-lomas-closes-on-wednesday-for-natural-gas-pipeline-repairs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/carlisle-at-lomas-closes-on-wednesday-for-natural-gas-pipeline-repairs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New recreation mobile app released by Forest Service]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The National Forest Service has released its new National Forests and Grasslands app, available for download on iOS and Android. With a number of National Forests and recreation sites in New Mexico, residents can use the app as they plan upcoming summer trips. The app provides a complete collection of Forest Service [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-recreation-mobile-app-released-by-forest-service/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-recreation-mobile-app-released-by-forest-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump bows to Senate GOP with abandonment of 'anti-weaponization' fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Tuesday promised to abandon plans to move forward with an "anti-weaponization" fund criticized as a slush fund for President Donald Trump to dole out money to his allies, potentially saving a $72 billion legislative package in the process.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-bows-to-senate-gop-with-abandonment-of-anti-weaponization-fund/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-bows-to-senate-gop-with-abandonment-of-anti-weaponization-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[George Santos reported to prosecutors over suspicious Kalshi trades: Source]]></title><description><![CDATA[He boasted he'd be going to President Donald Trump&rsquo;s State of the Union address, then bet against his own attendance, according to a person familiar with the investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/george-santos-reported-to-prosecutors-over-suspicious-kalshi-trades-source/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/george-santos-reported-to-prosecutors-over-suspicious-kalshi-trades-source/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Snakes infest rural Arkansas home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Additional footage shows a snake slithering through the house&rsquo;s partially dismantled outdoor electrical breaker box.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-snakes-infest-rural-arkansas-home/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-snakes-infest-rural-arkansas-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US updates travel advisory for Mexico over risk of crime, terrorism, kidnapping]]></title><description><![CDATA[Different Mexican states have been issued different risk levels.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-updates-travel-advisory-for-mexico-over-risk-of-crime-terrorism-kidnapping/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-updates-travel-advisory-for-mexico-over-risk-of-crime-terrorism-kidnapping/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cannabis companies hid health issues from consumers: Federal lawsuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The complaint targets companies in 13 states and is brought by consumers who claim the products were deceptively marketed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cannabis-companies-hid-health-issues-from-consumers-federal-lawsuit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cannabis-companies-hid-health-issues-from-consumers-federal-lawsuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Twin Peaks' actor Owain Rhys Davies dies suddenly at 44, family reveals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owain Rhys Davies, an actor who appeared in &ldquo;Twin Peaks: The Return,&rdquo; &ldquo;The OA&rdquo; and Disney&rsquo;s live-action sequel to &ldquo;Alice in Wonderland,&rdquo; has died, his family members announced this week. He was 44 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/twin-peaks-actor-owain-rhys-davies-dies-suddenly-at-44-family-reveals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/twin-peaks-actor-owain-rhys-davies-dies-suddenly-at-44-family-reveals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Convicted sex offender reports confrontation, assault by kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[A registered sex offender said a group of young people showed up at his home early Sunday morning and assaulted him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/convicted-sex-offender-reports-confrontation-assault-by-kids/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/convicted-sex-offender-reports-confrontation-assault-by-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google announces $10M Texas water impact fund; makes data center water use pledges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google has pledged to invest $10 million into a water impact fund in Texas, committing to use air-cooling in data centers, replenish more water than they consume, and help modernize water and wastewater infrastructure in the communities they operate in.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/google-announces-10m-texas-water-impact-fund-makes-data-center-water-use-pledges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/google-announces-10m-texas-water-impact-fund-makes-data-center-water-use-pledges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No raise or promotion: Many workers stuck in career stall, study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 1 in 4 mid-career workers are stalled, going five or more years without a promotion or meaningful pay raise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-raise-or-promotion-many-workers-stuck-in-career-stall-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-raise-or-promotion-many-workers-stuck-in-career-stall-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIH researchers charged with trying to smuggle monkeypox into US: DOJ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monkeypox, also known as Mpox, is a viral illness spread through close contact.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nih-researchers-charged-with-trying-to-smuggle-monkeypox-into-us-doj/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nih-researchers-charged-with-trying-to-smuggle-monkeypox-into-us-doj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White House compares migrants to space aliens]]></title><description><![CDATA[A migrant advocacy organization that helps refugees throughout the world is taking offense to a White House website that says "aliens have been walking among us." Hilary Chester, vice president of international and domestic programs for Jesuit Refugee Service/USA tells Border Report Live that the references are dehumanizing and poke fun at migrants comparing them to space aliens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/white-house-compares-migrants-to-space-aliens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/white-house-compares-migrants-to-space-aliens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 takeaways on Trump's divisive Medicaid work requirements]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new rule explaining how states need to implement Medicaid work requirements may make it much harder for low-income sick people to maintain health coverage next year.The long-anticipated rule issued Monday is meant to guide 42 states and the District of Columbia in carrying out the work rules implemented by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. GOP lawmakers and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-takeaways-on-trumps-divisive-medicaid-work-requirements/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-takeaways-on-trumps-divisive-medicaid-work-requirements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Group uncovers manhole, disappears into New York sewers; residents want to know why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men were captured Sunday on surveillance video approaching a manhole in the Queens, New York, neighborhood of Astoria and working together to pull off the cover with an unknown object.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-group-uncovers-manhole-disappears-into-new-york-sewers-residents-want-to-know-why/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-group-uncovers-manhole-disappears-into-new-york-sewers-residents-want-to-know-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Republican governor candidate Doug Turner concedes in New Mexico primary election]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Doug Turner has conceded in the race for the Republican nomination in the governor's race. In a Facebook post Turner congratulated Gregg Hull, saying he has his full support in the general election. The Albuquerque businessman spent hours going to polling locations. An Albuquerque native and Taos Ski Valley Village Councilor, Turner [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/republican-governor-candidate-doug-turner-concedes-in-new-mexico-primary-election/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/republican-governor-candidate-doug-turner-concedes-in-new-mexico-primary-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County encourages community to sign up for emergency alerts]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Following increased fire activity, Bernalillo County is reminding the public to sign up for emergency alerts. The Everbridge notification system is a no-cost service is available to residents within the unincorporated areas of Bernalillo County and the city of Albuquerque. Subscribers who sign up will receive important information on landlines, mobile devices, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-encourages-community-to-sign-up-for-emergency-alerts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-encourages-community-to-sign-up-for-emergency-alerts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presbyterian Healthcare Services to layoff 150 employees, company says]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque-based Presbyterian Healthcare Services, which owns and operates nine hospitals and multiple outpatient clinics in New Mexico, confirmed that it will be laying off 150 workers. The company, a private not-for-profit health care system and health care provider, told KRQE News 13 that the layoffs will impact health&nbsp;plan&nbsp;and administrative roles. "Direct patient care [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/presbyterian-healthcare-services-to-layoff-150-employees-company-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/presbyterian-healthcare-services-to-layoff-150-employees-company-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police launch homicide investigation in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a homicide in southeast Albuquerque Wednesday morning. Police said officers were called to 1201 Madeira Dr. SE. and following a request for a welfare check, found a adult person dead. No other information was provided. This is a developing story, check back for updates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-launch-homicide-investigation-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-launch-homicide-investigation-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico primary election, APD shooting, Isolated storms, Deputy-involved shooting, South Valley fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] New Mexico 2026 primary election results - The unofficial results from New Mexico's primary election are in with Deb Haaland as the Democratic over Sam Bregman in the race for governor. On the Republican side, Greg Hull came out on top over challengers Doug Turner and Duke Rodriguez. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-primary-election-apd-shooting-isolated-storms-deputy-involved-shooting-south-valley-fire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-primary-election-apd-shooting-isolated-storms-deputy-involved-shooting-south-valley-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pride Month: Sandoval County will host first-ever Pride Festival this Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sandoval County is making history this weekend hosting its first ever pride festival at Haynes Park on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pride-month-sandoval-county-will-host-first-ever-pride-festival-this-saturday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pride-month-sandoval-county-will-host-first-ever-pride-festival-this-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do you spot card skimmers at the pump? Albuquerque police offers tips]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It's a crime that's getting harder to spot, and new tech is only making it more difficult, crooks installing card skimmers into gas pumps to steal your information, but the Albuquerque Police Department said that there are still warning signs to look for before swiping your card. At first glance, everything may [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-do-you-spot-card-skimmers-at-the-pump-albuquerque-police-offers-tips/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-do-you-spot-card-skimmers-at-the-pump-albuquerque-police-offers-tips/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do you spot card skimmers at the pump? Albuquerque police offer tips]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It's a crime that's getting harder to spot, and new tech is only making it more difficult, crooks installing card skimmers into gas pumps to steal your information, but the Albuquerque Police Department said that there are still warning signs to look for before swiping your card. At first glance, everything may [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-do-you-spot-card-skimmers-at-the-pump-albuquerque-police-offer-tips/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-do-you-spot-card-skimmers-at-the-pump-albuquerque-police-offer-tips/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stormy &amp; cooler weather before warmer temperatures ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Some storms are lingering in southeastern areas with widespread rain once again set for today. With the mostly cloudy skies this morning, most are once again mild but slightly cooler than yesterday. Winds are a bit breezy occasionally with the higher humidity. Air temperatures in the north are mostly starting off in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/stormy-amp-cooler-weather-before-warmer-temperatures-ahead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/stormy-amp-cooler-weather-before-warmer-temperatures-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another round of shower and storms in store for parts of New Mexico Wednesday afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms will continue across New Mexico through Saturday, bringing threats of flash flooding, severe storms, and gusty winds. Thunderstorms developed Tuesday afternoon along the Sacramento Mountains and east of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Heavy rain quickly moved over the Ruidoso burn scars, where Flash Flood Warnings were issued after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-round-of-shower-and-storms-in-store-for-parts-of-new-mexico-wednesday-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-round-of-shower-and-storms-in-store-for-parts-of-new-mexico-wednesday-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gregg Hull winner of Republican nomination for New Mexico governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Gregg Hull was named the Republican nominee for the New Mexico governor's race on Tuesday night, taking the lead over challengers Doug Turner and Duke Rodriguez. As the former Rio Rancho mayor for a decade, Hull said he brings years of experience. His priorities include improving the education system, fixing the Children, Youth, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gregg-hull-winner-of-republican-nomination-for-new-mexico-governor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gregg-hull-winner-of-republican-nomination-for-new-mexico-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Political analyst takes a look at Republican primary race for governor in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A Republican governor candidate has yet to be decided this election night in New Mexico. Political Analyst Gabe Sanchez joined us at the studio on Tuesday evening to break down the numbers and how the primary governor&rsquo;s race is going for the Republicans. Sanchez is taking a looking at Greg Hull's, Doug [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/political-analyst-takes-a-look-at-republican-primary-race-for-governor-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/political-analyst-takes-a-look-at-republican-primary-race-for-governor-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Political analyst breaks down numbers behind Democratic primary race for governor in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Deb Haaland is the Democratic nominee for governor in the 2026 New Mexico election. Political Analyst Gabe Sanchez joined us at the studio on Tuesday evening to share his insight on the numbers and how the primary governor's race is going for the Democrats. Sanchez is breaking down those numbers and taking [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/political-analyst-breaks-down-numbers-behind-democratic-primary-race-for-governor-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/political-analyst-breaks-down-numbers-behind-democratic-primary-race-for-governor-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man in critical condition following shooting involving police in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department said one person is in critical condition following a police shooting Tuesday night. It happened in the area of Osuna and Jefferson, near I-25. APD Police Chief Cecily Barker said around 8 p.m. officers were investigating criminal activity in the area. She said an officer confronted a man [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-in-critical-condition-following-shooting-involving-police-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-in-critical-condition-following-shooting-involving-police-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 injured after shooting involving police in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department said one person was shot in a police shooting Tuesday night. It happened in the area of Osuna Road and Jefferson St. near I-25. The person who was shot was taken to the hospital. Officers were not injured. The Multi-Agency Task Force is investigating the shooting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-injured-after-shooting-involving-police-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-injured-after-shooting-involving-police-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic governor candidate Sam Bregman concedes in New Mexico primary election]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman has conceded to Deb Haaland in the race for the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday evening. The concession comes just over an hour after KRQE News 13 projected Deb Haaland as the winner of the Democratic nomination. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Bregman, acting Bernalillo County [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-governor-candidate-sam-bregman-concedes-in-new-mexico-primary-election/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-governor-candidate-sam-bregman-concedes-in-new-mexico-primary-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deb Haaland wins Democratic nomination for governor in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Deb Haaland has won the Democratic nomination for governor. Haaland was one of two candidates on the gubernatorial ballot, the other being Sam Bregman. Haaland is a member of the Laguna Pueblo and a 35th-generation New Mexican. Ahead of the projected win, Haaland's team said she spent the day visiting voting sites [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/deb-haaland-wins-democratic-nomination-for-governor-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/deb-haaland-wins-democratic-nomination-for-governor-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigation underway following 'possible airborne contaminant' at Silver City trailer park]]></title><description><![CDATA[SILVER CITY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; An investigation is underway after multiple first responders were exposed to a "possible airborne contaminant" at a trailer park in Silver City on early Monday evening, according to the Grants County Sheriff's Office. A total of 10 first responders, including EMS, deputies, and firefighters, were evaluated at Guadalupe Regional Medical Center [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/investigation-underway-following-possible-airborne-contaminant-at-silver-city-trailer-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/investigation-underway-following-possible-airborne-contaminant-at-silver-city-trailer-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County exceeds voter turnout in New Mexico Primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Primary Election Day is underway for New Mexico, with hundreds of thousands more voters now able to cast a ballot. It's the first year independent voters can take part in the primary by choosing either a democratic or republican ballot to vote on. "It's always funner I think to vote on Tuesday on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-exceeds-voter-turnout-in-new-mexico-primary/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-exceeds-voter-turnout-in-new-mexico-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced for 2025 murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man seen on a neighbor's camera, beating a man to death with a bat, before dumping his body in the East Mountains, learned how long he will be spending behind bars. Detectives arrested Derek DePalma and charged him with killing Rudy Albert near Second and Candelaria Road, before loading his [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-2025-murder/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-2025-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most places have abolished grocery taxes, but these 9 states are still charging them]]></title><description><![CDATA[In nine places around the U.S., families are paying more for the exact same food at the grocery store, even when the advertised price is exactly the same.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/most-places-have-abolished-grocery-taxes-but-these-9-states-are-still-charging-them/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/most-places-have-abolished-grocery-taxes-but-these-9-states-are-still-charging-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pentagon hires convicted Jan. 6 rioter for counterterrorism post]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration has&nbsp;hired a convicted Jan. 6, 2021, rioter to work in the Pentagon&rsquo;s office that oversees sensitive special operations and irregular warfare matters.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-hires-convicted-jan-6-rioter-for-counterterrorism-post/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-hires-convicted-jan-6-rioter-for-counterterrorism-post/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Immigration enforcement deals between feds and local agencies accumulating]]></title><description><![CDATA[New data shows the number of 287g agreements between local law enforcement and federal officials to help with immigration enforcement are increasing, but the program remains controversial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/immigration-enforcement-deals-between-feds-and-local-agencies-accumulating/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/immigration-enforcement-deals-between-feds-and-local-agencies-accumulating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue this week across parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms will continue across New Mexico through Saturday, bringing threats of flash flooding, severe storms, and gusty winds. Thunderstorms developed Tuesday afternoon along the Sacramento Mountains and east of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Heavy rain quickly moved over the Ruidoso burn scars, where Flash Flood Warnings were issued after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-this-week-across-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-this-week-across-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crews respond to fire at recycling plant in South Valley near Broadway]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; First responders are on the scene of a fire at a recycling plant in the South Valley of Albuquerque, according to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. Broadway is closed in both directions at Prosperity due to the fire. Bernalillo County Fire &amp; Rescue spokesperson said about 60 crew members were containing the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-at-recycling-plant-in-south-valley-near-broadway/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-at-recycling-plant-in-south-valley-near-broadway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leaders hold ceremony to raise Pride flag in downtown Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Here in the metro, Albuquerque leaders are continuing the tradition of celebrating Pride month by hosting a ceremony to raise the Pride flag in downtown Albuquerque. It's a tradition that's been going on for years, and it's a big part of bringing the community together during Pride Month. "It actually often is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/leaders-hold-ceremony-to-raise-pride-flag-in-downtown-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/leaders-hold-ceremony-to-raise-pride-flag-in-downtown-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over $4 million will go towards outdoor programs in New Mexico, state announces]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The state is investing $4.5 million towards outdoor recreation programs for the youth of New Mexico. The Outdoor Equity Fund connects low income, Indigenous, and underrepresented youth to a variety of outdoor experiences including hiking, biking, camping, environmental education and conservation projects. The investment is also working to reduce childhood obesity. Two [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/over-4-million-will-go-towards-outdoor-programs-in-new-mexico-state-announces/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/over-4-million-will-go-towards-outdoor-programs-in-new-mexico-state-announces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video shows moment APD officers shot and killed man at vacant Walgreens near Central]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New video from the Albuquerque Police Department is shedding light on what led up to officers opening fire on an armed suspect Friday on Central Ave. The release comes as APD has faced growing community criticism after three different officer-involved shootings within a week. Albuquerque police video shows the moments officers confronted [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-moment-apd-officers-shot-and-killed-man-at-vacant-walgreens-near-central/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-moment-apd-officers-shot-and-killed-man-at-vacant-walgreens-near-central/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second Judicial District Court warns about fake text messages circulating]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Second Judicial District Court is warning the community about fake text messages that claim recipients must appear in &ldquo;New Mexico District Court.&rdquo; &ldquo;These text messages are not legitimate. The Second Judicial District Court will never send text messages requesting payment or threatening legal action. Do not click on any links or [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/second-judicial-district-court-warns-about-fake-text-messages-circulating/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/second-judicial-district-court-warns-about-fake-text-messages-circulating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grocery benefits for New Mexico kids to be released after federal delay, state says]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Summer grocery benefits held up by a federal funding delay will begin reaching nearly 293,000 New Mexico children June 15, with eligible families set to receive $120 per child through the state's SUN Bucks program, the New Mexico Health Care Authority announced Tuesday. The benefits are called SUN Bucks, also known as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grocery-benefits-for-new-mexico-kids-to-be-released-after-federal-delay-state-says/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grocery-benefits-for-new-mexico-kids-to-be-released-after-federal-delay-state-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flash flood warning in effect for parts of Lincoln County, including Ruidoso]]></title><description><![CDATA[RUIDOSO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A flash flood warning is in effect for south-central Lincoln County. Some locations that will experience flash flooding on Tuesday include Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs, Alto, Glencoe, and Hollywood, according to the Albuquerque National Weather Service. NWS said there are thunderstorms producing heavy rain over the Salt Fire burn scar with a building [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flash-flood-warning-in-effect-for-parts-of-lincoln-county-including-ruidoso/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flash-flood-warning-in-effect-for-parts-of-lincoln-county-including-ruidoso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State Police investigate officer-involved shooting in Santa Fe County]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Santa Fe County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office. At around 11 p.m. on Monday, a Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office deputy responded to reports of a burglary in progress in a neighborhood near I-25. Dash cam footage shows the deputy encountering 36-year-old [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-police-investigate-officer-involved-shooting-in-santa-fe-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-police-investigate-officer-involved-shooting-in-santa-fe-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe Police Department headquarters lobby closes for renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Santa Fe Police Department headquarters lobby area is undergoing renovation and is closed to the public for the time being. The department said the community members will still be able to conduct business at the headquarters, including filing a report with a desk officer, collecting property eligible for release from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-department-headquarters-lobby-closes-for-renovation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-department-headquarters-lobby-closes-for-renovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico primary election, Epstein commission, More storms, NMHU lawsuit, Dust devil video]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] What to know before you head to the polls for the 2026 New Mexico primary election - On June 2, New Mexicans will head to the polls for the 2026 primary election. A total of 74 voting convenience centers across Bernalillo County will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-primary-election-epstein-commission-more-storms-nmhu-lawsuit-dust-devil-video/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-primary-election-epstein-commission-more-storms-nmhu-lawsuit-dust-devil-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More thunderstorms after it warms up today]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Thunderstorms will be more widespread today but despite cloudier skies this morning, there is hardly if any rainfall in the Central Mountains to the north as most are even slightly milder than yesterday. Winds are a little breezy occasionally with the highest humidity values mostly from out to the southeast and to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-thunderstorms-after-it-warms-up-today/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-thunderstorms-after-it-warms-up-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Structure fire in the South Valley in Albuquerque shuts down Broadway at Prosperity]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A large structure fire in the South Valley in Albuquerque has shut down Broadway in both directions at Prosperity. KRQE News 13 is working to learn more about the fire and will provide updates as they become available. Officials are expected to provide an update soon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/structure-fire-in-the-south-valley-in-albuquerque-shuts-down-broadway-at-prosperity/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/structure-fire-in-the-south-valley-in-albuquerque-shuts-down-broadway-at-prosperity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Donovan Dent hosting Pop-Up Memorial Day Basketball Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Former UNM Men's Basketball player and now UCLA Guard, Donovan Dent, is back in Albuquerque and will be hosting a basketball camp on Monday at the ABC Facility in Old Town Albuquerque. The camp will run from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on Monday at 501 Main St. NW, ABQ. NM, 87104. It will [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/donovan-dent-hosting-pop-up-memorial-day-basketball-camp/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 03:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/donovan-dent-hosting-pop-up-memorial-day-basketball-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM Volleyball holds sendoff open practice at The Pit]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; UNM Women's Volleyball is about to embark on a 12-day European Tour in early June. The team held an open practice on The Pit on Saturday, with fans getting the opportunity to interact with players and watch the team before they head overseas. "We are all so excited, and me personally, I [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-volleyball-holds-sendoff-open-practice-at-the-pit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 03:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-volleyball-holds-sendoff-open-practice-at-the-pit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM knocked out of MW Baseball Tournament, losing to Air Force 11-1]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; UNM Baseball's season came to an end in their 3rd game at this year's Mountain West Championship Baseball Tournament. Winning their tournament opener on Thursday, UNM would drop back-to-back losses in this double-elimination tournament, getting knocked out by Air Force on Sunday in an 11-1 loss. UNM finishes the season with 29-wins, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-knocked-out-of-mw-baseball-tournament-losing-to-air-force-11-1/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 03:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-knocked-out-of-mw-baseball-tournament-losing-to-air-force-11-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Police question Valencia County woman accused of hitting and killing boyfriend with RV]]></title><description><![CDATA[VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New video is revealing what possibly led to a man getting hit and killed by an RV in Valencia County. The woman accused of doing it was his girlfriend. Dejohni Orndorff, 45, is behind bars after Valencia County Sheriff's Office deputies said she ran over her boyfriend with her RV. When [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-police-question-valencia-county-woman-accused-of-hitting-and-killing-boyfriend-with-rv/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 03:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-police-question-valencia-county-woman-accused-of-hitting-and-killing-boyfriend-with-rv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Museum hosts Heritage Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Museum hosted a Heritage Day celebration on Saturday at the Casa San Ysidro: Gutierrez Minge House. The free event allowed guests to explore the museum and its collection of artifacts. They also had a variety of interactive activities like tin work, a blacksmith, and an adobe brick-making experience, as well [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-museum-hosts-heritage-day/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 03:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-museum-hosts-heritage-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico health officials offer resources to educate people about heat stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico health officials are reaching out to New Mexicans about how to help someone experiencing heat stroke, especially some of the most vulnerable populations. "Data is showing that emergency room visits for heat stress have steadily increased in the last 15 years. It has doubled from the early 2010s. And among [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-health-officials-offer-resources-to-educate-people-about-heat-stroke/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-health-officials-offer-resources-to-educate-people-about-heat-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taos County Sheriff Sergeant killed in fatal crash during vehicle pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A Taos County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office sergeant was killed after New Mexico State Police said that during a vehicle pursuit, a TCSO deputy was making a left turn on State Road 518 when Sergeant Joseph Apodaca, driving a police motorcycle, collided with the TCSO deputy vehicle, on Friday evening. The incident occurred around [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taos-county-sheriff-sergeant-killed-in-fatal-crash-during-vehicle-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taos-county-sheriff-sergeant-killed-in-fatal-crash-during-vehicle-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taos County Sheriff Sergeant killed in fatal crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A Taos County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office sergeant was killed after New Mexico State Police said that a TCSO deputy was making a left turn on State Road 518 when Sergeant Joseph Apodaca, driving a police motorcycle, collided with the TCSO deputy vehicle, on Friday evening. The incident occurred around 10:25 p.m. when NMSP [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taos-county-sheriff-sergeant-killed-in-fatal-crash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taos-county-sheriff-sergeant-killed-in-fatal-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man hit by vehicle and seriously-injured in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A pedestrian was seriously injured after police said they were hit by a vehicle on Gibson Boulevard, just west of the intersection at Washington Street, on Friday night. The incident occurred around 9:45 p.m., when police said a vehicle traveling westbound on Gibson struck the pedestrian. Following the collision, the vehicle fled the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-hit-by-vehicle-and-seriously-injured-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-hit-by-vehicle-and-seriously-injured-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian hit by vehicle and killed in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A pedestrian was killed after police said they were hit by a vehicle on Pennsylvania Boulevard, just south of the intersection at Central Avenue, early Saturday morning. The crash occurred around 12:40 a.m., when police said a vehicle traveling southbound on Pennsylvania struck the pedestrian. The male pedestrian was taken to a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-hit-by-vehicle-and-killed-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-hit-by-vehicle-and-killed-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slight warm up ahead for New Mexico with storms this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good evening! The last of today's showers and thunderstorms remain in northeast New Mexico. A few spotty to isolated showers are depicted on radar around Colfax and Union County tonight. Overnight, we are drying out with cloud coverage lingering across the state. Seasonable low temperatures are expected in the Land of Enchantment as the long [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slight-warm-up-ahead-for-new-mexico-with-storms-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 06:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slight-warm-up-ahead-for-new-mexico-with-storms-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque holding Memorial Day parade starting at 9 a.m. on Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; On this coming Memorial Day, you can remember the brave service members who gave their lives. The City of Albuquerque is holding a parade that will start at 9 a.m. at the USS Bullhead Memorial Park. It will finish at the New Mexico Veterans Memorial Park, where a ceremony begins at 10:30 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-holding-memorial-day-parade-starting-at-9-am-on-monday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 05:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-holding-memorial-day-parade-starting-at-9-am-on-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Wanted suspect in Albuquerque leads police on chase ending at Kirtland Air Force Base]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A wanted suspect, who called police to turn himself in, then apparently changed his mind. Police video from the ground and the air shows the dangerous chase that took officers all over town, and eventually onto military property, to get that man into custody. It was a wild chase through Albuquerque last [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-wanted-suspect-in-albuquerque-leads-police-on-chase-ending-at-kirtland-air-force-base/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-wanted-suspect-in-albuquerque-leads-police-on-chase-ending-at-kirtland-air-force-base/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taos animal shelter enters into municipal contract with town 3 years after severing ties]]></title><description><![CDATA[Years after cutting ties with local governments over how much they were being paid, the Taos-area's only animal shelter has a new agreement with the town,to help fund operations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taos-animal-shelter-enters-into-municipal-contract-with-town-3-years-after-severing-ties/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 02:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taos-animal-shelter-enters-into-municipal-contract-with-town-3-years-after-severing-ties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two New Mexico fallen officers honored during annual memorial service]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It was a solemn reminder of the risks facing New Mexico&rsquo;s first responders on Friday. Hundreds of people turned out to remember a fallen police officer and deputy. There were tears, moments of silence, and salutes in Santa Fe as families, fellow officers, and state leaders honored the two men who [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-new-mexico-fallen-officers-honored-during-annual-memorial-service/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 02:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-new-mexico-fallen-officers-honored-during-annual-memorial-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where does current litigation stand on universal child care and Immigrant Safety Act?]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; They're among the most consequential bills lawmakers passed this year, around Universal Child Care and using New Mexico jails to detain immigrants, and this week, those laws take effect, but also amid swirling legal challenges. Months after Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's last session came to an end, a handful of the most [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-does-current-litigation-stand-on-universal-child-care-and-immigrant-safety-act/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 02:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-does-current-litigation-stand-on-universal-child-care-and-immigrant-safety-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Showers, storms continue through Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rinse and repeat! Showers and thunderstorms developed this afternoon in eastern New Mexico. Stronger to severe storms were also indicated by the National Weather Service (NWS) early this evening in the northeast corner of the state. The severe storms was for small hail and 60 mph winds that moved through sections of DeBaca, Quay, Curry [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storms-continue-through-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storms-continue-through-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man found guilty of raping woman at Albuquerque church]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A jury has found Andrew Miller guilty of one count of criminal sexual penetration causing personal injury following the rape of a woman at New Hope Church in Albuquerque in 2023. The jury also found Miller not guilty of one other count of criminal sexual penetration causing personal injury. Jurors spent more [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-found-guilty-of-raping-woman-at-albuquerque-church/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-found-guilty-of-raping-woman-at-albuquerque-church/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Police to provide update on Mountainair hazmat investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police is holding a press conference in Albuquerque to provide an update on the situation in Mountainair that left three people dead and sent more than a dozen people to the hospital. On Wednesday, crews were sent to a home after a worker at a local business didn't show [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-to-provide-update-on-mountainair-hazmat-investigation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-to-provide-update-on-mountainair-hazmat-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Police provide update on Mountainair hazmat investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police is holding a press conference in Albuquerque to provide an update on the situation in Mountainair that left three people dead and sent more than a dozen people to the hospital. On Wednesday, crews were sent to a home after a worker at a local business didn't show [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-provide-update-on-mountainair-hazmat-investigation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-provide-update-on-mountainair-hazmat-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ BioPark's sole Sacramento Mountains checkerspot caterpillar dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's among the rarest insects in New Mexico and now the last known living one of its kind in human care at the ABQ BioPark has died. The Sacramento Mountains checkerspot butterfly hasn't been seen in the wild since 2022 and is listed as endangered. Researchers at the ABQ BioPark had been [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-bioparks-sole-sacramento-mountains-checkerspot-caterpillar-dies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-bioparks-sole-sacramento-mountains-checkerspot-caterpillar-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County releases pool opening schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Public pools in Bernalillo County will soon open for the summer! All pools, with the exception of the North Valley Aquatic center, will open for summer hours beginning Saturday, May 23. They will operate Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25 and then outdoor pools will close from May 26-29 as Albuquerque Public [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-releases-pool-opening-schedule/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-releases-pool-opening-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Muggy in east New Mexico &amp; wet to end Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Skies are mostly clearer with most areas started off similar to yesterday and close to or slightly milder than average. Winds are still mostly not too gusty with the highest humidity values mostly out east. Air temperatures in the north were mostly starting off in the high 20s to the lower 40s. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/muggy-in-east-new-mexico-amp-wet-to-end-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/muggy-in-east-new-mexico-amp-wet-to-end-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health]]></title><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON (AP) &mdash; Tulsi Gabbard resigned as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence on Friday, saying she needed to step away as her husband battles cancer. She is the fourth Cabinet official to depart during Trump&rsquo;s second term. &ldquo;Unfortunately, I must submit my resignation, effective June 30, 2026,&rdquo; Gabbard wrote in her resignation letter, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tulsi-gabbard-resigns-as-director-of-national-intelligence-citing-her-husbands-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tulsi-gabbard-resigns-as-director-of-national-intelligence-citing-her-husbands-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yelp's 'Elites' name the top 100 BBQ restaurants in the US, including one in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeling like a good plate of barbecue? Here are the restaurants that ranked highest among the Yelp Elite Squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/yelps-elites-name-the-top-100-bbq-restaurants-in-the-us-including-one-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/yelps-elites-name-the-top-100-bbq-restaurants-in-the-us-including-one-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remembering Kyle Busch: Special live presentation to honor life, legacy of legendary NASCAR driver]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join us as we honor the life and legacy of legendary NASCAR driver Kyle Busch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/remembering-kyle-busch-special-live-presentation-to-honor-life-legacy-of-legendary-nascar-driver/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/remembering-kyle-busch-special-live-presentation-to-honor-life-legacy-of-legendary-nascar-driver/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kevin Warsh sworn in as Federal Reserve chair: 5 big obstacles he faces]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kevin Warsh will face a political and economic obstacle course upon taking the helm of the Federal Reserve later this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kevin-warsh-sworn-in-as-federal-reserve-chair-5-big-obstacles-he-faces/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kevin-warsh-sworn-in-as-federal-reserve-chair-5-big-obstacles-he-faces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oil prices could spike next week without Iran deal: GasBuddy]]></title><description><![CDATA[A record number of travelers &mdash; 3.91 million &mdash; are expected to hit the road for the holiday weekend, with what is expected to be the highest national average for gas on Memorial Day weekend in four years, according to AAA.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oil-prices-could-spike-next-week-without-iran-deal-gasbuddy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oil-prices-could-spike-next-week-without-iran-deal-gasbuddy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The highest-paying jobs in the US, according to federal data]]></title><description><![CDATA[Want one of America's highest-paying jobs? You'll probably need to go to medical school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-highest-paying-jobs-in-the-us-according-to-federal-data/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-highest-paying-jobs-in-the-us-according-to-federal-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump touts bill that would make daylight saving time permanent]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump on Thursday praised the House Energy and Commerce Committee's vote to report a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-touts-bill-that-would-make-daylight-saving-time-permanent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-touts-bill-that-would-make-daylight-saving-time-permanent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waymo temporarily suspends all freeway rides]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waymo has temporarily paused its freeway operations as the company works to improve how its autonomous vehicles navigate certain freeway construction zones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/waymo-temporarily-suspends-all-freeway-rides/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/waymo-temporarily-suspends-all-freeway-rides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kyle Busch was found unresponsive in racing simulator before death, AP sources say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died Thursday at the age of 41.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kyle-busch-was-found-unresponsive-in-racing-simulator-before-death-ap-sources-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kyle-busch-was-found-unresponsive-in-racing-simulator-before-death-ap-sources-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK broadens inquiry into former Prince Andrew]]></title><description><![CDATA[British police appealed for witnesses Friday as they sought to broaden their investigation into potential offenses by the former Prince Andrew, including sexual misconduct.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/uk-broadens-inquiry-into-former-prince-andrew/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/uk-broadens-inquiry-into-former-prince-andrew/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Epstein's alleged 'lieutenant' lists 3 names tied to abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarah Kellen, an alleged survivor and recruiter for Jeffrey Epstein, spoke to lawmakers behind closed doors Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/epsteins-alleged-lieutenant-lists-3-names-tied-to-abuse/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/epsteins-alleged-lieutenant-lists-3-names-tied-to-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US says 'slight progress' in Iran talks amid uncertainty about whether war will resume]]></title><description><![CDATA[TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) &mdash; U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday there was &ldquo;slight progress&rdquo; during talks with Iran amid uncertainty about whether a deal will be reached or war will resume. He spoke days after U.S. President Donald Trump said he was holding off on a military strike against the Islamic Republic [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-says-slight-progress-in-iran-talks-amid-uncertainty-about-whether-war-will-resume/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-says-slight-progress-in-iran-talks-amid-uncertainty-about-whether-war-will-resume/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pastor trial update, Hazmat investigation, Memorial Day weekend weather, New APS school, Route 66 tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] Trial for Albuquerque pastor accused of rape heads to jury deliberation - The trial of Andrew Miller, a convicted conman and church pastor accused of raping two women, is now in the hands of the jury following closing arguments delivered Thursday afternoon. State prosecutors discussed the evidence presented, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pastor-trial-update-hazmat-investigation-memorial-day-weekend-weather-new-aps-school-route-66-tour/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pastor-trial-update-hazmat-investigation-memorial-day-weekend-weather-new-aps-school-route-66-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's happening in New Mexico May 22-28? New Mexico Wine Festival and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Check out community events around New Mexico from May 22 to 28. Albuquerque New Mexico Albuquerque Notices &#128310;Albuquerque city councilors propose raising minimum wage to $15 an hour&nbsp;&ndash; Looking to put more money in Albuquerque workers&rsquo; pockets, some city councilors believe it&rsquo;s time to raise the city&rsquo;s minimum wage by as much [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-22-28-new-mexico-wine-festival-and-more/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-22-28-new-mexico-wine-festival-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warm then wetter end to Memorial Day weekend in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Skies are on the clearer side with most areas starting off similar to yesterday. Conditions are milder than average, or close to it. Winds are mostly calm and the highest humidity values are primarily out east. Air temperatures in the north are mostly starting off in the high 20s to the lower [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warm-then-wetter-end-to-memorial-day-weekend-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warm-then-wetter-end-to-memorial-day-weekend-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic lawmaker calls on Abbott to withdraw support for new FEMA recommendations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Greg Abbott's FEMA Review Council has issued a report with recommendations for how FEMA should proceed, but State Representative Jon Rosenthal is urging Abbott to reject the recommendations and support the agency.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-lawmaker-calls-on-abbott-to-withdraw-support-for-new-fema-recommendations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-lawmaker-calls-on-abbott-to-withdraw-support-for-new-fema-recommendations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US says 'slight progress' in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume]]></title><description><![CDATA[TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) &mdash; U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday there was &ldquo;slight progress&rdquo; during talks with Iran amid uncertainty as to whether a deal will be reached or war will resume. He spoke days after U.S. President Donald Trump said he was holding off on a military strike on Iran because [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-says-slight-progress-in-iran-talks-amid-uncertainty-on-whether-war-will-resume/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-says-slight-progress-in-iran-talks-amid-uncertainty-on-whether-war-will-resume/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14 billion arms sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) &mdash; Taiwan hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to the self-governing island, a government official said Friday, after the acting U.S. Navy secretary told a Senate committee in Washington that some foreign military sales were being delayed to ensure the American military has enough [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taiwans-government-says-us-hasnt-notified-it-of-any-pause-in-a-planned-14-billion-arms-sale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taiwans-government-says-us-hasnt-notified-it-of-any-pause-in-a-planned-14-billion-arms-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to 'The Late Show' in ambitious final show]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK (AP) &mdash; Stephen Colbert chatted with Paul McCartney and joined him on stage for a raucous performance of &ldquo;Hello, Goodbye&rdquo; on the final broadcast of CBS' &ldquo;The Late Show&rdquo; on Thursday night, a bittersweet farewell for a canceled show that still had a few barbs left for the network that ended its 33-year [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paul-mccartney-helps-stephen-colbert-say-goodbye-to-the-late-show-in-ambitious-final-show/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paul-mccartney-helps-stephen-colbert-say-goodbye-to-the-late-show-in-ambitious-final-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and thunderstorm chances increase across New Mexico this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will continue across eastern New Mexico into this weekend. Rain and thunderstorm chances will spread farther west this weekend, with the best chance for widespread rainfall early next week. Southwest winds have once again pushed moisture into eastern New Mexico Thursday afternoon. Along the dry line separating the humid and dry air, showers [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-thunderstorm-chances-increase-across-new-mexico-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 06:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-thunderstorm-chances-increase-across-new-mexico-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quarter-acre fire contained in the Bosque in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Fire Rescue firefighters contained a quarter-acre fire that broke out in the Bosque on Thursday. AFR received word of that fire after 5 p.m. near Alcalde Place and Tingley Drive. They got it extinguished about three hours later. No one was hurt. The cause is still under investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/quarter-acre-fire-contained-in-the-bosque-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/quarter-acre-fire-contained-in-the-bosque-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New tour ride in Albuquerque showcases Route 66 art murals and history]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's a wild ride that will take you on a tour of Albuquerque's history and unique art, all of it dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Route 66. The City of Albuquerque has teamed up with a local company, ABQ Tours, to offer trolley rides down the Mother Road in the Metro, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-tour-ride-in-albuquerque-showcases-route-66-art-murals-and-history/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-tour-ride-in-albuquerque-showcases-route-66-art-murals-and-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in deadly shooting near Frontier Restaurant to stay in custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The fourth suspect in what police are calling an ambush murder near the University of New Mexico will remain behind bars. Police said that last week, Jaylen Hopewell and three others were hiding in an alleyway near the Frontier Restaurant when video shows them attacking Eden Rock. Police said that one of the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-in-deadly-shooting-near-frontier-restaurant-to-stay-in-custody/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-in-deadly-shooting-near-frontier-restaurant-to-stay-in-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bella Hines excited about the next leg of her college journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bella Hines sounds refreshed and eager to see what awaits at her new college home. The former ABC Prep and Eldorado Eagles sharpshooter played her freshman season at LSU before deciding to depart at the end of the season. Hines has since transferred to TCU. "Oh, you know, just a bunch of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bella-hines-excited-about-the-next-leg-of-her-college-journey/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 04:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bella-hines-excited-about-the-next-leg-of-her-college-journey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2nd suspect charged in fatal 2025 Albuquerque shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A second suspect has been charged for an attempted robbery that ended in a deadly shooting in Albuquerque. Police said that in August 2025, Oscar Rivera and his brother, Daniel, broke into a home near Copper Ave. and Wyoming Blvd., demanding drugs and money. Police said that Alfonso Romero was shot and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2nd-suspect-charged-in-fatal-2025-albuquerque-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 04:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2nd-suspect-charged-in-fatal-2025-albuquerque-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trial for Albuquerque pastor accused of rape heads to jury deliberation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The trial of Andrew Miller, a convicted conman and church pastor accused of raping two women, is now in the hands of the jury following closing arguments delivered Thursday afternoon. State prosecutors discussed the evidence presented, stating, "There was phone and computer analysis done, and there was DNA testing. Was this [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-for-albuquerque-pastor-accused-of-rape-heads-to-jury-deliberation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 04:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-for-albuquerque-pastor-accused-of-rape-heads-to-jury-deliberation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque Aquatics Division celebrating 100 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The City of Albuquerque's Aquatics Division is celebrating a century of serving families in the metro. To celebrate this milestone, they will be hosting special events and activities throughout the summer. The city said that this summer, all outdoor pools will be open, except for Sunport Pool, which is undergoing repairs. The pools [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-aquatics-division-celebrating-100-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 04:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-aquatics-division-celebrating-100-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigation continues after mysterious substance kills three people in Mountainair]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOUNTAINAIR, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Investigators are still looking into the mysterious substance at a central New Mexico home that killed three people and sickened at least 18 first responders in the small town of Mountainair. While many are recovering, the wait for answers continues. "It happened within an hour of them being on the scene....They basically [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/investigation-continues-after-mysterious-substance-kills-three-people-in-mountainair/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 03:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/investigation-continues-after-mysterious-substance-kills-three-people-in-mountainair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APS set to build $23M special education school on west side of Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In about three years, families of special needs students will have a dedicated school closer to home. Albuquerque Public Schools is building a new special education campus on Albuquerque's west side. Right now, APS has two special education campuses, but both are on the east side, meaning westside students spend hours each [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aps-set-to-build-23m-special-education-school-on-west-side-of-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 02:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aps-set-to-build-23m-special-education-school-on-west-side-of-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive evidence dump slows sentencing in federal DWI corruption case]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Three defendants in Albuquerque's long-running DWI public corruption scheme were in federal court on Tuesday as the judge questioned prosecutors about why it's taking so long to reach sentencing. What the U.S. Attorney's office said in response shed some light on why we haven't seen any of the former officers serve prison [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/massive-evidence-dump-slows-sentencing-in-federal-dwi-corruption-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 01:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/massive-evidence-dump-slows-sentencing-in-federal-dwi-corruption-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances increase statewide early next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will continue across eastern New Mexico into this weekend. Rain and thunderstorm chances will spread farther west this weekend, with the best chance for widespread rainfall early next week. Southwest winds have once again pushed moisture into eastern New Mexico Thursday afternoon. Along the dry line separating the humid and dry air, showers [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-statewide-early-next-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 01:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-statewide-early-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Growing up in the game with Jaxton Eck; Van Tate Sports Office]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This week, University of New Mexico Linebacker Jaxton Eck sat down with KRQE Sports Director Van Tate to talk about growing up playing football from the tender age of four, what it's like playing college football with his father, Jason Eck, as coach, and some of the fringe benefits of a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/growing-up-in-the-game-with-jaxton-eck-van-tate-sports-office/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/growing-up-in-the-game-with-jaxton-eck-van-tate-sports-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man found guilty of sexually assaulting teenager]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;On Thursday, a man was found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenager. Abraham Zuniga was found guilty of criminal sexual contact of a minor while in a position of authority. Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman said that in 2024, the 16-year-old victim was staying at Zuniga's home when he assaulted her. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-found-guilty-of-sexually-assaulting-teenager/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-found-guilty-of-sexually-assaulting-teenager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NASCAR's Kyle Busch, a 2-time champion, dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[His family reported that he had been hospitalized with a severe illness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nascars-kyle-busch-a-2-time-champion-dies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nascars-kyle-busch-a-2-time-champion-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iconic U2 Dragon Lady spy plane makes its way to Albuquerque museum]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An iconic war aircraft will soon have a home in Albuquerque at the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History. The museum secured one of the retired 'U2 Dragon Lady' planes and received two out of three deliveries on Thursday of the pieces of the plane. The 'U2 Dragon Lady' is a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iconic-u2-dragon-lady-spy-plane-makes-its-way-to-albuquerque-museum/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iconic-u2-dragon-lady-spy-plane-makes-its-way-to-albuquerque-museum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United looks ahead to Charleston Battery at home]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In this week&rsquo;s Black and Yellow Report, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate and Sports Anchor Jared Chester discuss the team&rsquo;s USL Cup match, their next match, and more. United will take on Charleston Battery on Saturday at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park. That is scheduled to start at 7 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-looks-ahead-to-charleston-battery-at-home/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-looks-ahead-to-charleston-battery-at-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Farmington transforms with over 20 new sculptures]]></title><description><![CDATA[FARMINGTON, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The City of Farmington is creating an engaging open air gallery featuring one-of-a-kind sculptures. Twenty new pieces beautify the downtown corridor, all highlighting talented artists that call the four corners home. "This program continues to elevate Historic Downtown&nbsp;Farmington&nbsp;as a premier cultural destination," said Downtown Coordinator Karen Lupton. "By transforming our sidewalks into [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/downtown-farmington-transforms-with-over-20-new-sculptures/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/downtown-farmington-transforms-with-over-20-new-sculptures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explore Academy hosts Summer Extravaganza for the community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Putting students on the path towards educational success is Explore Academy's mission. The unique learning model promotes student growth by allowing them to choose their classes to get the most out of their educational experience and better prepare them for their future careers. Explore Academy's head administrator, Jake Kolander, and Principal Anthony Branch stopped by [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/explore-academy-hosts-summer-extravaganza-for-the-community/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/explore-academy-hosts-summer-extravaganza-for-the-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Cruces Public Schools rebrand former Cesar Chavez Elementary School]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Las Cruces Public School District has unanimously approved a new name for Cesar Chavez Elementary School. During a board meeting on Tuesday, board members changed the name to "Desert Bloom Elementary School." This comes after several women, including the co-founder of the Farm Workers Union, Dolores Huerta, accused Chavez of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-public-schools-rebrand-former-cesar-chavez-elementary-school/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-public-schools-rebrand-former-cesar-chavez-elementary-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Community Safety supports nearly 170 people during 'Connect to Care' event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Community Safety set a new record this week as the department hosted its Connect to Care event, which is meant to support people experiencing homelessness. Nearly 170 people showed up for the event, where ACS offered services, including medical evaluations, housing assessments, and food distribution. ACS will continue hosting these events [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-community-safety-supports-nearly-170-people-during-connect-to-care-event/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-community-safety-supports-nearly-170-people-during-connect-to-care-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tesla driver intentionally drives Cybertruck into lake to test 'Wade' feature, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[The driver was later charged with "numerous water safety equipment violations," according to police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tesla-driver-intentionally-drives-cybertruck-into-lake-to-test-wade-feature-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tesla-driver-intentionally-drives-cybertruck-into-lake-to-test-wade-feature-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free movie showings to check out this summer in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Summer means a lot of things, one being free movies. In New Mexico, there are various places showing free films over the summer. You can find some of those showtimes below. Sky Midtown (Santa Fe) Varying timeslots can be viewed online. Movies in the Park (Bernalillo County) Gates open at 7 p.m., [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-movie-showings-to-check-out-this-summer-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-movie-showings-to-check-out-this-summer-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How little screen time should your kids have? Federal report offers guidance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you know what your kids are using their screen time for?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-little-screen-time-should-your-kids-have-federal-report-offers-guidance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-little-screen-time-should-your-kids-have-federal-report-offers-guidance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Memorial Day food deals: Free entrees for veterans, deep discounts and more ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Restaurants across the nation are offering freebies and discounts, and a few are also organizing fundraisers for veterans' families.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/memorial-day-food-deals-free-entrees-for-veterans-deep-discounts-and-more/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/memorial-day-food-deals-free-entrees-for-veterans-deep-discounts-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court rules against cruise lines over Cuba voyages]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Supreme Court on Thursday sided 8-1 against four major cruise lines in their bid to stave off a $440 million judgment for using docks at the Port of Havana.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/supreme-court-rules-against-cruise-lines-over-cuba-voyages/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/supreme-court-rules-against-cruise-lines-over-cuba-voyages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[El Niño could bring high-tide flooding to parts of US]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forecasters are predicting an 82% chance El Ni&ntilde;o will emerge between May and July of 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/el-nio-could-bring-high-tide-flooding-to-parts-of-us/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/el-nio-could-bring-high-tide-flooding-to-parts-of-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$5.9 million renovation project wraps up at Eagle Nest Lake State Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[COLFAX COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Eagle Nest Lake State Park has completed a multi-year renovation that brings modern, accessible, and visitor-friendly upgrades to the park. Improvements include a comfort station that features new restrooms and accessible parking; a new covered gathering space with built-in seating and an electrical receptacle; campsites with electrical, expanded tent pads, new [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/59-million-renovation-project-wraps-up-at-eagle-nest-lake-state-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/59-million-renovation-project-wraps-up-at-eagle-nest-lake-state-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Squeeze toys sold at Walmart, Ollie's recalled over asbestos concern]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 120,000 toys are impacted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/squeeze-toys-sold-at-walmart-ollies-recalled-over-asbestos-concern/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/squeeze-toys-sold-at-walmart-ollies-recalled-over-asbestos-concern/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Permanent daylight saving time legislation gains traction: What would change?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lawmakers have taken action on legislation that would "lock the clocks" in the U.S.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/permanent-daylight-saving-time-legislation-gains-traction-what-would-change/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/permanent-daylight-saving-time-legislation-gains-traction-what-would-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICE officer charged with assault in Minneapolis turns himself in]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gregory Morgan's attorney argues the encounter was not initiated by the ICE officer, who acted in the heat of the moment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ice-officer-charged-with-assault-in-minneapolis-turns-himself-in/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ice-officer-charged-with-assault-in-minneapolis-turns-himself-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Showers, storm chances continue for New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! Showers and storms already developing along the central mountain chain late this morning. A small storm developed on radar just west of Springer. Today's forecast has a rinse and repeat situation as additional showers and storms form. A few of those storms do have the potential to be on the stronger side in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storm-chances-continue-for-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storm-chances-continue-for-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen pleads guilty to killing Albuquerque homeless man in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash;One of the six teens accused of killing a homeless man in Albuquerque has pleaded guilty. Isaiah Salazar, who was 15 at the time of the crime, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and receiving and transferring a stolen vehicle in connection with the deadly shooting of 45-year-old Frank Howard in Albuquerque on July 2, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teen-pleads-guilty-to-killing-albuquerque-homeless-man-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teen-pleads-guilty-to-killing-albuquerque-homeless-man-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Take a Ride on Us' program offers discounted rides during Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; There's an affordable way to get around town this Memorial Day weekend. The "Take a Ride on Us" program is back, offering the public discounted Ubers as a way to help prevent impaired driving. From 10 a.m. on Friday, May 22, through 2 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, residents of Bernalillo, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/take-a-ride-on-us-program-offers-discounted-rides-during-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/take-a-ride-on-us-program-offers-discounted-rides-during-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GOP rep questions Blanche on $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) is the latest GOP member to question the $1.776 billion fund.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gop-rep-questions-blanche-on-1776-billion-anti-weaponization-fund/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gop-rep-questions-blanche-on-1776-billion-anti-weaponization-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DNC releases 2024 autopsy report after party pushback ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin released an autopsy report of the party&rsquo;s loss in the 2024 presidential election on Thursday, saying he did not endorse the findings but noted that he wanted to ensure transparency.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dnc-releases2024autopsy-report-after-party-pushback/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dnc-releases2024autopsy-report-after-party-pushback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record Memorial Day travel expected despite rising fuel costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[AAA says they expect 45 million people to travel at least 50 miles from home -- their biggest projection ever -- with roughly 87% choosing to drive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-memorial-day-travel-expected-despite-rising-fuel-costs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-memorial-day-travel-expected-despite-rising-fuel-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former CDC director on Ebola outbreak: 'I suspect this is gonna become a very significant pandemic']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Robert Redfield said Wednesday that he suspects the new Ebola outbreak in Africa will spread across three new countries and become a &ldquo;very significant pandemic.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-cdc-director-on-ebola-outbreak-i-suspect-this-is-gonna-become-a-very-significant-pandemic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-cdc-director-on-ebola-outbreak-i-suspect-this-is-gonna-become-a-very-significant-pandemic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NM State Land Office seeks developers for trust land sites in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Four parcels of state trust land in Albuquerque could be transformed into affordable housing or other economic development projects as part of a new initiative by the New Mexico State Land Office. "So we're wanting to highlight these locations for development and put out basically feelers for interest on what folks would propose to do [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-state-land-office-seeks-developers-for-trust-land-sites-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-state-land-office-seeks-developers-for-trust-land-sites-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disney sued over facial recognition at parks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A California woman is suing the Walt Disney Co. over allegations that the use of facial recognition technology at theme park entrances violates consumer privacy laws. &nbsp;&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/disney-sued-over-facial-recognition-at-parks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/disney-sued-over-facial-recognition-at-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOAA to announce 2026 hurricane season forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[With hurricane season less than two weeks away, the NOAA will unveil forecasters' predictions for the Atlantic basin on Thursday. Here's how to watch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-to-announce-2026-hurricane-season-forecast/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-to-announce-2026-hurricane-season-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOAA predicts ‘below-normal’ 2026 Atlantic hurricane season]]></title><description><![CDATA[With hurricane season less than two weeks away, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration unveiled forecasters&rsquo; predictions for the Atlantic basin on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-predicts-below-normal-2026-atlantic-hurricane-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-predicts-below-normal-2026-atlantic-hurricane-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOAA announcing 2026 hurricane season forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[With hurricane season less than two weeks away, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is unveiling forecasters' predictions for the Atlantic basin on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-announcing-2026-hurricane-season-forecast/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-announcing-2026-hurricane-season-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LIVE: NOAA predicts ‘below-normal’ 2026 Atlantic hurricane season]]></title><description><![CDATA[With hurricane season less than two weeks away, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration unveiled forecasters&rsquo; predictions for the Atlantic basin on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-noaa-predicts-below-normal-2026-atlantic-hurricane-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-noaa-predicts-below-normal-2026-atlantic-hurricane-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HHS warns of children's screen time use, citing impact on sleep, mental health]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) warned about children&rsquo;s screen time in an advisory released Wednesday, citing impacts on sleep and mental health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hhs-warns-of-childrens-screen-time-use-citing-impact-on-sleep-mental-health/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hhs-warns-of-childrens-screen-time-use-citing-impact-on-sleep-mental-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hazmat situation in Mountainair, Fire danger and drought, Rain, Seven Cabins Fire, Chaco Canyon makes endangered historic places list]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] Three dead, 18 first responders taken to the hospital after possible hazmat situation in Mountainair - A deadly hazmat situation in Torrance County has killed three people. Four people were found unresponsive inside a residence on Wednesday; three of them are dead from a suspected overdose. While responding, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hazmat-situation-in-mountainair-fire-danger-and-drought-rain-seven-cabins-fire-chaco-canyon-makes-endangered-historic-places-list/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hazmat-situation-in-mountainair-fire-danger-and-drought-rain-seven-cabins-fire-chaco-canyon-makes-endangered-historic-places-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More storms expected for parts of New Mexico Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Skies are mostly cloudy out east, while mostly clear to the northwest. Rain showers are very spotty in the far-east areas of the state. Lingering easterly winds are on the breezy side through eastern areas to southern areas, with the highest humidity values mostly out east. Air temperatures in the north are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storms-expected-for-parts-of-new-mexico-thursday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storms-expected-for-parts-of-new-mexico-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean amid tensions with Cuba]]></title><description><![CDATA[(The Hill) - The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Nimitz and its strike group arrived in the Caribbean this week amid U.S. tensions with Cuba and as President Trump has threatened to invade the island.The Nimitz-class battleship; its air wing made up of F/A-18E Super Hornets, EA-18G Growlers and C-2A Greyhounds; along with USS Gridley, an Arleigh Burke-class [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-aircraft-carrier-arrives-in-caribbean-amid-tensions-with-cuba/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-aircraft-carrier-arrives-in-caribbean-amid-tensions-with-cuba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpaceX plans what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering]]></title><description><![CDATA[The prospectus reads in part like a Hollywood fantasy version of the future, detailing in one section how part of Musk&rsquo;s compensation will be granted only if he maintains &ldquo;a permanent human colony on Mars with at least one million inhabitants.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spacex-plans-what-could-be-the-biggest-ever-initial-public-offering/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spacex-plans-what-could-be-the-biggest-ever-initial-public-offering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue in eastern New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated storm chances will continue across eastern New Mexico through the weekend, while rain chances expand statewide starting Memorial Day. A few isolated showers and thunderstorms tried to develop across eastern New Mexico Wednesday afternoon and evening. Higher humidity and increased cloud cover limited storm development and helped keep temperatures cooler than Tuesday. Meanwhile, a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-in-eastern-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 06:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-in-eastern-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United shutout by Tampa Bay Rowdies]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico United found themselves on the bad side of a shutout Wednesday night. The Tampa Bay Rowdies defeated New Mexico 1-0, handing United its second shutout defeat in as many matches. A misplaced ball from Ousman Jabang found its way to the foot of Louis Perez in the sixth minute. Perez [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-shutout-by-tampa-bay-rowdies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-shutout-by-tampa-bay-rowdies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico music fans mourn the loss of icon Al Hurricane Jr.]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico music fans are still in shock and mourning on Wednesday with the passing of a local icon, Al Hurricane Jr. The 66-year-old performer died suddenly at his home in Albuquerque on Tuesday. In a storied career spanning over 50 years, Al Hurricane Jr. wasn't just the keeper of a musical [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-music-fans-mourn-the-loss-of-icon-al-hurricane-jr/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 06:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-music-fans-mourn-the-loss-of-icon-al-hurricane-jr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque pastor accused of rape takes the stand in his trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The rape trial against a church pastor continued in an Albuquerque courtroom on Wednesday, with that man taking the stand in his own defense. Andrew Miller is accused of raping two women multiple times at New Hope Church three years ago. Prosecutors said that Miller posed as a reality show producer to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-pastor-accused-of-rape-takes-the-stand-in-his-trial/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-pastor-accused-of-rape-takes-the-stand-in-his-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Debate over state custody of drug-exposed infants reaches New Mexico Supreme Court]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Should babies in New Mexico who test positive for drugs be taken away from their parents? It depends on who you ask, and the ongoing disagreement is now going to the New Mexico Supreme Court. State Sen. Nicole Tobiassen (R-Albuquerque) said there have been far too many babies who have died from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/debate-over-state-custody-of-drug-exposed-infants-reaches-new-mexico-supreme-court/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/debate-over-state-custody-of-drug-exposed-infants-reaches-new-mexico-supreme-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor issues drought executive order and New Mexico State Forester warns of campfire ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Persistent dry conditions and high fire danger may alter camping plans for this Memorial Day weekend. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued an executive order declaring that the state is experiencing extreme drought and facing severe fire conditions. This year, the state has already witnessed several wildfires, and with the drought [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/governor-issues-drought-executive-order-and-new-mexico-state-forester-warns-of-campfire-ban-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/governor-issues-drought-executive-order-and-new-mexico-state-forester-warns-of-campfire-ban-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor issues drought executive order and  New Mexico State Forester warns of campfire ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The persistent dry conditions and high fire danger may alter camping plans for this Memorial Day weekend. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued an executive order declaring that the state is experiencing extreme drought and facing severe fire conditions. This year, the state has already witnessed several wildfires, and with the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/governor-issues-drought-executive-order-and-new-mexico-state-forester-warns-of-campfire-ban/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/governor-issues-drought-executive-order-and-new-mexico-state-forester-warns-of-campfire-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM men's basketball adds 6'10 forward Grani to the roster]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; UNM men's basketball added to its roster Wednesday by signing six-foot-ten Italian forward Federico Grani. The 23-year-old most recently played for Mocado Energy Agrigento in Italian Serie B Nazionale. Grani averaged 7.9 points and 5.9 rebounds during the 2025-2026 season. He played just over 20 minutes per game and averaged 1.2 blocks [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-basketball-adds-610-forward-grani-to-the-roster/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-basketball-adds-610-forward-grani-to-the-roster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Enchantment returns with Donovan Dent in the lineup and Byron Scott as coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Enchantment will hoop in the TBT again. The squad, made up of former Lobos, Aggies, and players with New Mexico ties, is coming together with details on the roster still being worked out. UCLA guard and former Lobo guard Donovan Dent is confirmed as one of the players on the team. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-enchantment-returns-with-donovan-dent-in-the-lineup-and-byron-scott-as-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-enchantment-returns-with-donovan-dent-in-the-lineup-and-byron-scott-as-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greater Chaco Cultural Landscape named one of 11 most endangered American historical places]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's a new designation that the All Pueblo Council of Governors hopes will help protect a sacred site in northwestern New Mexico. On Wednesday, the council announced that the Greater Chaco Cultural Landscape has been deemed one of America's 11 most endangered historic places in 2026 by the National Trust of Historic [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/greater-chaco-cultural-landscape-named-one-of-11-most-endangered-american-historical-places/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 04:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/greater-chaco-cultural-landscape-named-one-of-11-most-endangered-american-historical-places/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque officials pay tribute to police officers who died in the line of duty]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque city leaders paid tribute on Wednesday to police officers who died in the line of duty. The city hosted a law enforcement memorial on Civic Plaza, coinciding with National Police Week. A bell echoed on the plaza as the names of fallen officers were read out loud. Raul Bujanda, the former [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-pay-tribute-to-police-officers-who-died-in-the-line-of-duty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-pay-tribute-to-police-officers-who-died-in-the-line-of-duty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque officials pay tribute to officers who died in the line of duty]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque city leaders paid tribute on Wednesday to police officers who died in the line of duty. The city hosted a law enforcement memorial on Civic Plaza, coinciding with National Police Week. A bell echoed on the plaza as the names of fallen officers were read out loud. Raul Bujanda, the former [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-pay-tribute-to-officers-who-died-in-the-line-of-duty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-pay-tribute-to-officers-who-died-in-the-line-of-duty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico receives more than $27M from the EPA aimed at reducing lead in drinking water]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico will receive $27,456,000 in federal funding to reduce lead in drinking water. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said that those funds will go to communities throughout the state to help find, remove, and replace lead pipes, which can cause health problems for children. New Mexico is one of five states [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-receives-more-than-27m-from-the-epa-aimed-at-reducing-lead-in-drinking-water/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-receives-more-than-27m-from-the-epa-aimed-at-reducing-lead-in-drinking-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue across eastern New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated storm chances will continue across eastern New Mexico through the weekend, while rain chances expand statewide starting Memorial Day. A few isolated showers and thunderstorms tried to develop across eastern New Mexico Wednesday afternoon and evening. Higher humidity and increased cloud cover limited storm development and helped keep temperatures cooler than Tuesday. Meanwhile, a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-across-eastern-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-across-eastern-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get into the swim of things with Albuquerque's public pools]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; If you're looking to break out the old swimsuit, now's the time. Memorial Day marks the start of public pool season in Albuquerque. And fortunately for Duke City residents, there's plenty of places to take a dip. Outdoor, indoor, slides and more. Here's where to go for a swim. Outdoor Pools: East [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/get-into-the-swim-of-things-with-albuquerques-public-pools/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/get-into-the-swim-of-things-with-albuquerques-public-pools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Authorities identify woman found dead three years ago in Sandoval County]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Years after hikers found a body in the Cibola National Forest, investigators said they finally know who that victim was. It was April 18, 2023, when a group of people walking in the Cibola National Forest found the body of an unknown woman partially submerged in a creek under a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/authorities-identify-woman-found-dead-three-years-ago-in-sandoval-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/authorities-identify-woman-found-dead-three-years-ago-in-sandoval-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Gas Company says regulators have approved sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico Gas Company is now one step closer to being bought by a parent company. The utility company's current owner, Emera, is trying to sell the company to Bernhard Capital Partners. Bernhard owns several utility companies across the country, including some in Louisiana and Arizona. A joint press release by the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-gas-company-says-regulators-have-approved-sale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-gas-company-says-regulators-have-approved-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Gas Company says regulators are allowing sale to potentially move forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico Gas Company is now one step closer to being bought by a parent company. The utility company's current owner, Emera, is trying to sell the company to Bernhard Capital Partners. Bernhard owns several utility companies across the country, including some in Louisiana and Arizona. A joint press release by the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-gas-company-says-regulators-are-allowing-sale-to-potentially-move-forward/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-gas-company-says-regulators-are-allowing-sale-to-potentially-move-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction begins on new sign in Albuquerque honoring Route 66]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Crews are now working on the first steps of installing a massive new sign honoring Route 66. The sign is 25 feet long and 13 feet high, and will be up on Central near Juan Tabo. &ldquo;This project is about carrying on our tradition of lighting up Route 66 with bright lights, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/construction-begins-on-new-sign-in-albuquerque-honoring-route-66/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/construction-begins-on-new-sign-in-albuquerque-honoring-route-66/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Library of Albuquerque-Bernalillo County to begin summer reading program]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Public Library of Albuquerque-Bernalillo County is inviting all readers of any age&nbsp;to dig into its 2026 Summer Reading Program. This year&rsquo;s theme, Unearth a Story, highlights the joy of discovery through reading and celebrates the idea that everyone has stories waiting to be revealed and shared, the library said. The summer [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/public-library-of-albuquerque-bernalillo-county-to-begin-summer-reading-program/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/public-library-of-albuquerque-bernalillo-county-to-begin-summer-reading-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oh, deer! Herd stops traffic in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A herd of deer had a close call with traffic in northeast Albuquerque on Wednesday morning. KRQE News 13 viewer Ashley Lopez sent in a video of the encounter, which showed the herd of seven walking on the sidewalk on Comanche Road NE towards Morris Street NE around 7:40 a.m. The deer, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oh-deer-herd-stops-traffic-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oh-deer-herd-stops-traffic-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joey Chestnut pleads guilty after allegedly slapping man at bar]]></title><description><![CDATA[The competitive eater allegedly told officers that his interaction with a bar patron "did not look nice" when they showed him security footage of the incident.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/joey-chestnut-pleads-guilty-after-allegedly-slapping-man-at-bar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/joey-chestnut-pleads-guilty-after-allegedly-slapping-man-at-bar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta layoffs begin as company cuts 8K jobs in latest AI push]]></title><description><![CDATA[The job cuts account for about 10% of the company's total workforce.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meta-layoffs-begin-as-company-cuts-8k-jobs-in-latest-ai-push/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 22:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meta-layoffs-begin-as-company-cuts-8k-jobs-in-latest-ai-push/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two dead, EMT's hospitalized after possible hazmat situation in Mountainair]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOUNTAINAIR, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The mayor of Mountainair said two people have died in a possible hazmat situation, according to a Facebook post. According to Mayor Peter Nieto, narcotics are possibly a factor, and an investigation is ongoing into the cause of the incident. Two EMT's that responded to the residence in Mountainair were taken to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-dead-emts-hospitalized-after-possible-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-dead-emts-hospitalized-after-possible-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three dead, 18 first responders taken to the hospital after possible hazmat situation in Mountainair]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOUNTAINAIR, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police said 22 people were taken to the hospital after possible exposure to an "unidentified substance" at a home in Mountainair. Four people were found unresponsive inside a residence on Wednesday; three of them are dead from a suspected overdose. While responding, 18 first responders began experiencing symptoms and, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-dead-18-first-responders-taken-to-the-hospital-after-possible-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-dead-18-first-responders-taken-to-the-hospital-after-possible-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three dead, 18 first responders taken to the hospital after hazmat situation in Mountainair]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOUNTAINAIR, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police said 22 people were taken to the hospital after possible exposure to an "unidentified substance" at a home in Mountainair. Four people were found unresponsive inside a residence on Wednesday; three of them are dead from a suspected overdose. While responding, 18 first responders began experiencing symptoms and, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-dead-18-first-responders-taken-to-the-hospital-after-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-dead-18-first-responders-taken-to-the-hospital-after-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three dead, 18 first responders hospitalized after possible hazmat situation in Mountainair]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOUNTAINAIR, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police said 19 people were taken to the hospital after possible exposure to an "unidentified substance" at a home in Mountainair. Four people were found unresponsive inside a residence on Wednesday; three of them are dead. While responding, 18 first responders began experiencing symptoms and, along with the surviving [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-dead-18-first-responders-hospitalized-after-possible-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-dead-18-first-responders-hospitalized-after-possible-hazmat-situation-in-mountainair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shower, storm chances ahead for east New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! Cloud increased throughout the morning in the Albuquerque Metro Area. Today's forecast has a mix of clouds and sunshine, across the state, with temperatures reaching the 60s, 70s and 80s. This afternoon and evening there is a chance for spotty to isolated showers and storms in eastern New Mexico. It is possible some [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-storm-chances-ahead-for-east-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-storm-chances-ahead-for-east-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three suspects in murder near Frontier in Albuquerque appear in court]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Three of the five suspects accused of being involved in the murder of 23-year-old Eden Rock behind Frontier Restaurant in Albuqeurque were in court for a detention hearing Wednesday. Police said Rock was at Frontier on May 13, 2026, to meet a woman, identified as 20-year-old Zakiya Umstead. Police said after about [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-suspects-in-murder-near-frontier-in-albuquerque-appear-in-court/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-suspects-in-murder-near-frontier-in-albuquerque-appear-in-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several people exposed to 'unknown substance' being treated at UNM Hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Several people who were exposed to an unknown substance are being treated for various issues at UNM Hospital, UNM Health Sciences announced Wednesday just before noon. The individuals were exposed in Torrance County and were taken to the hospital shortly after 10 a.m. for decontamination and treatment. UNM Health Sciences Communications Manager [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/several-people-exposed-to-unknown-substance-being-treated-at-unm-hospital/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/several-people-exposed-to-unknown-substance-being-treated-at-unm-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oregon couple suing over tiny home toilet that smells so bad, they're forced to wear masks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The couple says their medical provider advised them to leave their home until the situation is resolved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oregon-couple-suing-over-tiny-home-toilet-that-smells-so-bad-theyre-forced-to-wear-masks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oregon-couple-suing-over-tiny-home-toilet-that-smells-so-bad-theyre-forced-to-wear-masks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Tennessee police officer jailed over Charlie Kirk meme awarded settlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[The retired police officer jailed for posting a Facebook meme quoting President Donald Trump after the death of Charlie Kirk has won a settlement against Perry County.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-tennessee-police-officer-jailed-over-charlie-kirk-meme-awarded-settlement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-tennessee-police-officer-jailed-over-charlie-kirk-meme-awarded-settlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US announces criminal case against former Cuban President Raúl Castro]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the people told the AP that the potential indictment is connected to Castro's alleged role in the 1996 shootdown of two planes operated by the Miami-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-announces-criminal-case-against-former-cuban-president-ral-castro/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-announces-criminal-case-against-former-cuban-president-ral-castro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the people told the AP that the potential indictment is connected to Castro's alleged role in the 1996 shootdown of two planes operated by the Miami-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-prepares-to-seek-ral-castro-indictment-as-it-pressures-cuba-ap-sources-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-prepares-to-seek-ral-castro-indictment-as-it-pressures-cuba-ap-sources-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildfire sparks in remote area of Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands]]></title><description><![CDATA[MAGDALENA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Firefighters are working to extinguish a wildfire in the northwest Magdalena Mountains area. The Mill Fire started on Wednesday morning in the remote mountainous terrain of the Mill Canyon area within the Cibola National Forest &amp; National Grasslands. Fire information: Reported start date and time:&nbsp;May 20, 2026, 6:19 a.m.Cause:&nbsp;Undetermined.Size:&nbsp;Estimate 6 acres.Location:&nbsp;Remote mountainous [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildfire-sparks-in-remote-area-of-cibola-national-forest-and-national-grasslands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildfire-sparks-in-remote-area-of-cibola-national-forest-and-national-grasslands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officials issue final update for Mill Fire in Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands]]></title><description><![CDATA[MAGDALENA, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Firefighters are working to extinguish a wildfire in the northwest Magdalena Mountains area. The Mill Fire started on Wednesday morning in the remote mountainous terrain of the Mill Canyon area within the Cibola National Forest &amp; National Grasslands. Officials provided a final update for the fire on Thursday saying forward progression was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-issue-final-update-for-mill-fire-in-cibola-national-forest-and-national-grasslands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-issue-final-update-for-mill-fire-in-cibola-national-forest-and-national-grasslands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shirtless fans become 'Tarps Off' stars at baseball stadiums]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joining in on the fun is simple: Go to the section where the party is happening, take off your shirt and start twirling it above your head.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shirtless-fans-become-tarps-off-stars-at-baseball-stadiums/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shirtless-fans-become-tarps-off-stars-at-baseball-stadiums/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TikTok star charged in L.A. murder-for-hire plot targeting boy band singer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A social media influencer, her father and one-time boyfriend have been charged in a murder-for-hire plot targeting a popular singer who she shares a child with.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tiktok-star-charged-in-la-murder-for-hire-plot-targeting-boy-band-singer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tiktok-star-charged-in-la-murder-for-hire-plot-targeting-boy-band-singer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH: Cybertruck driver caught asleep behind the wheel on California highway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tesla drivers falling asleep behind the wheel on Bay Area roads is nothing new.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-cybertruck-driver-caught-asleep-behind-the-wheel-on-california-highway/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-cybertruck-driver-caught-asleep-behind-the-wheel-on-california-highway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most endangered historic places nod to America 250, promise of equality for all]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time since the list debuted in 1988, each site on the 2026 list will receive a one-time $25,000 grant to help highlight their connections to the principle that all people are created equal and address the threats they face.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/most-endangered-historic-places-nod-to-america-250-promise-of-equality-for-all/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/most-endangered-historic-places-nod-to-america-250-promise-of-equality-for-all/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['World's most controversial restaurant' to close; operators cite end of 'affordable' Las Vegas indulgences]]></title><description><![CDATA[After 15 years as a Las Vegas landmark, the Heart Attack Grill on Fremont Street is closing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/worlds-most-controversial-restaurant-to-close-operators-cite-end-of-affordable-las-vegas-indulgences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/worlds-most-controversial-restaurant-to-close-operators-cite-end-of-affordable-las-vegas-indulgences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barney Frank, longtime Democratic congressman and pioneer for LGBT rights, dies at 86]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barney Frank, the longtime Democratic congressman and leading liberal who brought new visibility to gay rights and crafted the most significant reforms to the financial system in a generation, has died. He was 86.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/barney-frank-longtime-democratic-congressman-and-pioneer-forlgbtrights-dies-at-86/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/barney-frank-longtime-democratic-congressman-and-pioneer-forlgbtrights-dies-at-86/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dashcam video appears to show Islamic Center suspects shoot at landscape worker]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dashcam video shows when two suspects in the Islamic Center shooting later fired their weapons at a landscape worker in San Diego.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dashcam-video-appears-to-show-islamic-center-suspects-shoot-at-landscape-worker/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dashcam-video-appears-to-show-islamic-center-suspects-shoot-at-landscape-worker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump's midterm retribution crusade crescendos with Massie primary defeat: Key takeaways]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump&rsquo;s retribution crusade reached a crescendo Tuesday when the president&rsquo;s endorsee, Ed Gallrein, prevailed in the GOP primary to unseat Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), extending his winning streak against Republicans who have defied him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trumps-midterm-retribution-crusade-crescendos-with-massie-primary-defeat-key-takeaways/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trumps-midterm-retribution-crusade-crescendos-with-massie-primary-defeat-key-takeaways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IRS 'forever barred' from auditing Trump's old tax returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[The settlement expansion prevents the IRS from prosecuting the president and shields other parties affiliated with Trump, including family, trust funds, parent, sister or related companies and subsidiaries.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/irs-forever-barred-from-auditing-trumps-old-tax-returns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/irs-forever-barred-from-auditing-trumps-old-tax-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Womens sexual enhancement capsules recalled]]></title><description><![CDATA[A womens dietary supplement for sexual enhancement has been voluntarily recalled after being found to contain undeclared ingredients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/womens-sexual-enhancement-capsules-recalled/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/womens-sexual-enhancement-capsules-recalled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eden Pharmacy expansion expected to create jobs, boost economic impact in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;Albuquerque-based Eden Pharmacy is expanding its operations in the city&mdash;a move expected to create dozens of jobs and have a multi-million-dollar economic impact. The company announced a $2.7 million investment to convert its existing facility into a state-of-the-art compounding facility in full compliance with federal standards. &ldquo;Delivering on our mission takes a team [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eden-pharmacy-expansion-expected-to-create-jobs-boost-economic-impact-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eden-pharmacy-expansion-expected-to-create-jobs-boost-economic-impact-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women dies after being shot in downtown Albuquerque, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating after a woman was shot Tuesday in downtown Albuquerque. APD said officers responded to the area of Central Ave. and 8th St. around 11:10 p.m. to reports of a shooting. Police located an adult woman with a gunshot wound. She was taken to the hospital, where [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/women-dies-after-being-shot-in-downtown-albuquerque-police-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/women-dies-after-being-shot-in-downtown-albuquerque-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Al Hurricane Jr. dies, NM Republican governor candidates, Isolated showers, CYFD directive lawsuit, New townhomes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] New Mexico icon Al Hurricane Jr. passes away at 66 - New Mexico music icon Al Hurricane Jr., also known as El Godson, has died at the age of 66. The Sanchez family posted the news on their Facebook page&nbsp;Tuesday night. Al Hurricane Jr. is the son of&nbsp;Al [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/al-hurricane-jr-dies-nm-republican-governor-candidates-isolated-showers-cyfd-directive-lawsuit-new-townhomes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/al-hurricane-jr-dies-nm-republican-governor-candidates-isolated-showers-cyfd-directive-lawsuit-new-townhomes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotty to isolated rain in eastern New Mexico &amp; breezy]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Skies are cloudier with most areas starting off slightly milder. Rain showers are spotty to isolated in the far-northern areas to Northeast Plains with some wet snow mixing in the mountain peaks. Lingering west-southwesterly winds are on the breezy side in northwesterly areas, gusty in the Rio Grande Valley, while easterly winds [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotty-to-isolated-rain-in-eastern-new-mexico-amp-breezy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotty-to-isolated-rain-in-eastern-new-mexico-amp-breezy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isolated storms move into eastern New Mexico Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire danger will improve across much of New Mexico as lighter winds and higher humidity move in. Rain and thunderstorm chances are returning to the eastern half of the state. A backdoor cold front pushed through eastern New Mexico early Tuesday morning, bringing cooler temperatures, calmer winds, and slightly higher humidity. Breezy southwest winds have [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-storms-move-into-eastern-new-mexico-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 06:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-storms-move-into-eastern-new-mexico-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Republican Primary debate: Candidates speak on health and child care]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Tuesday night, KRQE hosted a debate between the three candidates seeking the Republican nomination for New Mexico governor. Ultra Health CEO Duke Rodriguez, former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull, and businessman Doug Turner, took questions on several key issues in New Mexico, including whether they support the new "Universal Childcare" program. "We [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/republican-primary-debate-candidates-speak-on-health-and-child-care/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/republican-primary-debate-candidates-speak-on-health-and-child-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NM gov't offices hit by extortion and blackmail schemes; some quietly pay covert ransoms]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Meet Matt Moyer, Superintendent of Schools at the Ft. Sumner School District. With less than 300 students, the rural New Mexico K-12 campus ranks among the state's smallest. For Superintendent Moyer, overseeing the Ft. Sumner schools is a challenge. But nothing compares to the day four years ago when the tiny De [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-govt-offices-hit-by-extortion-and-blackmail-schemes-some-quietly-pay-covert-ransoms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 06:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-govt-offices-hit-by-extortion-and-blackmail-schemes-some-quietly-pay-covert-ransoms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawsuit aims to stop directive on handling drug-addicted babies in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A legal battle is brewing over how New Mexico handles drug-addicted babies. Two state lawmakers have joined the ACLU of New Mexico in a lawsuit arguing that a Children, Youth and Families Department of New Mexico directive separating those newborns from their families is illegal. A petition filed Monday is asking the New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawsuit-aims-to-stop-directive-on-handling-drug-addicted-babies-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 06:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawsuit-aims-to-stop-directive-on-handling-drug-addicted-babies-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico icon Al Hurricane Jr. passes away at 66]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico music icon Al Hurricane Jr., also known as El Godson, has died at the age of 66. The Sanchez family posted the news on their Facebook page Tuesday night. "It is with a heavy heart that the Sanchez family shares the devastating and untimely passing of Al Hurricane, Jr. He [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-icon-al-hurricane-jr-passes-away-at-66/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 03:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-icon-al-hurricane-jr-passes-away-at-66/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Grande in Albuquerque sees surge of water for silvery minnow conservation efforts]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; As water managers warn of the Rio Grande drying through the Metro once again, there's now suddenly more water surging in the river, but that new pulse of water is temporary and being used to save one of New Mexico's well-known endangered species. Crews are out to conserve the critically endangered Rio [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-grande-in-albuquerque-sees-surge-of-water-for-silvery-minnow-conservation-efforts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 02:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-grande-in-albuquerque-sees-surge-of-water-for-silvery-minnow-conservation-efforts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmers market almost ready to open in the International District]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Nearly a year after breaking ground in Albuquerque's International District, a new farmers market is getting ready to open near Gibson and San Mateo. On Tuesday, construction crews were putting the finishing touches on the new farmers market. After multiple grocery store closures in this area, city leaders hope that the market [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/farmers-market-almost-ready-to-open-in-the-international-district/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/farmers-market-almost-ready-to-open-in-the-international-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque city councilors propose raising minimum wage to $15 an hour]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Looking to put more money in Albuquerque workers&rsquo; pockets, some city councilors believe it&rsquo;s time to raise the city's minimum wage by as much as $3 per hour. The city councilors leading the effort want to boost Albuquerque&rsquo;s minimum wage from $12 to $15 an hour citing rising prices. Meanwhile, others [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-councilors-propose-raising-minimum-wage-to-15-an-hour/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-councilors-propose-raising-minimum-wage-to-15-an-hour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5M people may drop coverage from ACA marketplaces: Analysis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roughly 5 million people could lose coverage from the Affordable Care Act Marketplace this year after the enhanced premium tax credits expired in 2025, according to the latest analysis from KFF.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5m-people-may-drop-coverage-from-aca-marketplaces-analysis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5m-people-may-drop-coverage-from-aca-marketplaces-analysis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Border Report Live: High school seniors stuck in ICE detention as graduation nears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some students are spending the final days of their high school careers in immigration detention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/border-report-live-high-school-seniors-stuck-in-ice-detention-as-graduation-nears/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/border-report-live-high-school-seniors-stuck-in-ice-detention-as-graduation-nears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances return to eastern New Mexico as fire danger improves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire danger will improve across much of New Mexico as lighter winds and higher humidity move in. Rain and thunderstorm chances are returning to the eastern half of the state. A backdoor cold front pushed through eastern New Mexico early Tuesday morning, bringing cooler temperatures, calmer winds, and slightly higher humidity. Breezy southwest winds have [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-return-to-eastern-new-mexico-as-fire-danger-improves/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-return-to-eastern-new-mexico-as-fire-danger-improves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former New Mexico middle school teacher admits to raping student]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Pleading guilty in court, a former New Mexico middle school teacher has admitted that he raped one of his students after fostering a secret relationship with the victim through text message and social media. Dozens of people packed the courtroom for the hearing on Tuesday, where former Las Vegas middle school teacher Leonard [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-middle-school-teacher-admits-to-raping-student/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-middle-school-teacher-admits-to-raping-student/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Avoid these highways, departure times this Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you are one of the millions of Americans hitting the road during the Memorial Day weekend, you may want to plan carefully to avoid being trapped in holiday weekend gridlock.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/avoid-these-highways-departure-times-this-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/avoid-these-highways-departure-times-this-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[California's largest active wildfire likely sparked by shipwrecked mariner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Rosa Fire on Santa Rosa Island has scorched 16,600 acres by Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/californias-largest-active-wildfire-likely-sparked-by-shipwrecked-mariner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/californias-largest-active-wildfire-likely-sparked-by-shipwrecked-mariner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tick bites keep sending Americans to emergency departments: When should you seek care?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experts have warned we're in "for a very bad year."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tick-bites-keep-sending-americans-to-emergency-departments-when-should-you-seek-care/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tick-bites-keep-sending-americans-to-emergency-departments-when-should-you-seek-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5th suspect in murder near Central in Albuquerque arrested in Houston]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department has charged 20-year-old Zakiya Umstead in connection with the murder of Eden Rock behind Frontier Restaurant last week. Umstead is accused of meeting with Rock at the restaurant on May 13, and when they went outside, she walked away "calmly" while a shooting happened. Rock died from his [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5th-suspect-in-murder-near-central-in-albuquerque-arrested-in-houston/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5th-suspect-in-murder-near-central-in-albuquerque-arrested-in-houston/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MRGCD suspends water deliveries in Algodones after portion of road sinks]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Farmers in Algodones will be without water for a while as the New Mexico Department of Transportation and the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District inspect a sinking hole in the road on State Highway 313 where it meets 315. "It's starting to sink in certain areas of the pavement, so that's where [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mrgcd-suspends-water-deliveries-in-algodones-after-portion-of-road-sinks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mrgcd-suspends-water-deliveries-in-algodones-after-portion-of-road-sinks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Republican governor candidates face off in debate ahead of New Mexico primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Primary election season is underway. In New Mexico, three Republican candidates are vying for the gubernatorial nomination. On Tuesday, May 19, those candidates are going head-to-head in KRQE's televised debate starting at 6 p.m. The candidates include Duke Rodriguez, who is the CEO of medical cannabis company Ultra Health, as well as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/republican-governor-candidates-face-off-in-debate-ahead-of-new-mexico-primary/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/republican-governor-candidates-face-off-in-debate-ahead-of-new-mexico-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Greg, the live frog found in a grocery store salad bag]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Australian farmer Rhys Smoker announced he&rsquo;d found a live frog in a bag of lettuce, his housemates didn&rsquo;t believe him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meet-greg-the-live-frog-found-in-a-grocery-store-salad-bag/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meet-greg-the-live-frog-found-in-a-grocery-store-salad-bag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First EV charges installed at Albuquerque International Sunport]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque International Sunport hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday to celebrate the installation of its first electric vehicle stations. The ceremony took place at the Sunport&rsquo;s cellphone waiting lot, where two new Level 3 DC Fast Chargers are available for public use. The chargers are ChargePoint PL2000 Powerlink and Block units [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-ev-charges-installed-at-albuquerque-international-sunport/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-ev-charges-installed-at-albuquerque-international-sunport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video shows student fall out of back of Virginia school bus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a Norfolk Public Schools bus incident that injured a student in April, Nexstar's WAVY received video that shows the child falling out of the back of the moving bus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-student-fall-out-of-back-of-virginia-school-bus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-student-fall-out-of-back-of-virginia-school-bus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman dies after falling into NYC manhole: NYPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[The woman was reportedly getting out of her parked car.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-dies-after-falling-into-nyc-manhole-nypd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-dies-after-falling-into-nyc-manhole-nypd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patio swings sold at Costco recalled amid 'risk of serious injury or death']]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 18,000 woven patio swings sold at Costco have been recalled over concerns that the swing seat could detach from the frame.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/patio-swings-sold-at-costco-recalled-amid-risk-of-serious-injury-or-death/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/patio-swings-sold-at-costco-recalled-amid-risk-of-serious-injury-or-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Once-famous beer to be discontinued after 177 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was "the beer that made Milwaukee famous." Now, it's heading for hiatus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/once-famous-beer-to-be-discontinued-after-177-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/once-famous-beer-to-be-discontinued-after-177-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad delays opening]]></title><description><![CDATA[CHAMA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &nbsp;&ndash; Severe drought and elevated fire risks are pushing back the opening of the famous Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad. Officials say the decision was made out of an abundance of caution with high fire risk. The business hopes to have the famous line open by June 9. They will conduct a review [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cumbres-and-toltec-scenic-railroad-delays-opening/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cumbres-and-toltec-scenic-railroad-delays-opening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where nation's safest cities are, according to a new study]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did your city make the list?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-nations-safest-cities-are-according-to-a-new-study/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-nations-safest-cities-are-according-to-a-new-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police chief says Islamic Center security guard's 'heroic' actions saved lives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men were killed in a mass shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, and two teenage suspects were found dead in a car nearby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-chief-says-islamic-center-security-guards-heroic-actions-saved-lives/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-chief-says-islamic-center-security-guards-heroic-actions-saved-lives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vacant University Area lot transforms into townhomes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A plot of land in the university-area of Albuquerque that sat vacant for years has a new lease on life as the result of a public-private partnership. The vacant lot at 2404 Garfield Ave. SE has been transformed into the Garfield Townhomes and is now home to 16 two-story loft-style residential units. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vacant-university-area-lot-transforms-into-townhomes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vacant-university-area-lot-transforms-into-townhomes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slightly cooler temperatures and calmer winds move into New Mexico today]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures this afternoon will be closer to normal statewide. Winds will also be lighter, especially in eastern New Mexico, although southwest wind gusts over 30 mph will still be possible west of the Rio Grande. That will keep an elevated fire danger in place this afternoon. Breezy winds continue across western New Mexico Wednesday, while [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slightly-cooler-temperatures-and-calmer-winds-move-into-new-mexico-today/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slightly-cooler-temperatures-and-calmer-winds-move-into-new-mexico-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[California family says Amazon-bought urn may have arrived with someone else's ashes inside]]></title><description><![CDATA["I just want [the deceased] to be back with their loved ones and be taken care of the way they want to be taken care of."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/california-family-says-amazon-bought-urn-may-have-arrived-with-someone-elses-ashes-inside/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/california-family-says-amazon-bought-urn-may-have-arrived-with-someone-elses-ashes-inside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Senate GOP runoff, in blow to Cornyn]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump has endorsed state Attorney General Ken Paxton in Texas' high-stakes Senate race, snubbing incumbent senior Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) ahead of next week's GOP primary runoff."Ken is a true MAGA Warrior who has ALWAYS delivered for Texas, and will continue to do so in the United States Senate," Trump wrote on Truth [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-endorses-paxton-in-texas-senate-gop-runoff-in-blow-to-cornyn/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-endorses-paxton-in-texas-senate-gop-runoff-in-blow-to-cornyn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Target just opened 6 stores with dozens more in the works, including one New Mexico location]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is your area getting a new Target store?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/target-just-opened-6-stores-with-dozens-more-in-the-works-including-one-new-mexico-location/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/target-just-opened-6-stores-with-dozens-more-in-the-works-including-one-new-mexico-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highway bill includes $130 registration fee for EVs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal Highway Trust Fund pays for highway projects and receives funding from taxes on gasoline, which is not paid by EV users since their cars don&rsquo;t consume gasoline.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/highway-bill-includes-130-registration-fee-for-evs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/highway-bill-includes-130-registration-fee-for-evs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump-driven ouster of Republican senator sends shockwaves through Senate GOP]]></title><description><![CDATA[The resounding defeat of Sen. Bill Cassidy (R) in Saturday's Louisiana primary has sent shockwaves through the Senate Republican Conference, underscoring how Republicans who look to distance themselves from President Donald Trump and his low approval ratings will have to think twice about paying a political price for perceived disloyalty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-driven-ouster-of-republican-senator-sends-shockwaves-through-senate-gop/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-driven-ouster-of-republican-senator-sends-shockwaves-through-senate-gop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico awards $13M for brackish water projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico is investing more money in brackish water as part of the state&rsquo;s plan to build drought-resilient water supplies without further depleting New Mexico's limited freshwater resources. Brackish water is naturally occurring salty water found in underground reservoirs, and there is an estimated trillions of gallons of brackish water in the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-awards-13m-for-brackish-water-projects/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-awards-13m-for-brackish-water-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas man drowns at Lake Nighthorse in Durango]]></title><description><![CDATA[DURANGO, Colo.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man drowned at Lake Nighthorse in Durango on Friday, Durango Police announced Tuesday. Law enforcement from Durango and La Plata County, along with Durango Fire &amp; Rescue personnel, and the Axis Health System CORE team responded to the lake around 3:34 p.m. Officals learned the victim, Eric Granados-Barcenas, 20, of Dallas [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-man-drowns-at-lake-nighthorse-in-durango/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-man-drowns-at-lake-nighthorse-in-durango/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque city budget, New Mexico Supreme Court decision, Gusty and cooler, Seven Cabins Fire, New director]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] Albuquerque city councilors approve fiscal year 2027 budget - Albuquerque city councilors have approved the budget which appropriates $1.5 billion for operating the City Of Albuquerque for Fiscal Year 2027 after multiple amendments. Councilors say the final budget prioritizes the city's five year goals regarding human and family [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-budget-new-mexico-supreme-court-decision-gusty-and-cooler-seven-cabins-fire-new-director/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-budget-new-mexico-supreme-court-decision-gusty-and-cooler-seven-cabins-fire-new-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque city councilors approve fiscal year 2027 budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque city councilors have approved the budget which appropriates $1.5 billion for operating the City Of Albuquerque for Fiscal Year 2027 after multiple amendments. Throughout Monday's city council meeting councilors tried to create balance between proposed budget cuts and ensuring departments and programs are funded properly. The meeting to discuss the proposed budget [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-councilors-approve-fiscal-year-2027-budget/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-councilors-approve-fiscal-year-2027-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque's Route 66 Glow-Up: Art, Investment &amp; Culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; As Route 66 approaches its centennial, Albuquerque is investing heavily in art, culture, and the future of Central Avenue. This week on the New Mexico News Insiders Podcast, Chris and Gabby sit down with Shelle Sanchez, Arts &amp; Culture Director for the City of Albuquerque, to talk about the city's vision for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-route-66-glow-up-art-investment-amp-culture/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-route-66-glow-up-art-investment-amp-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotty rain/snow, cooler and gusty weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Skies are mostly clear with most areas starting off colder with the dropping of the jet stream. Lingering west-southwesterly winds are on the breezy side in southwesterly areas, while easterly winds on the gusty side have moved into the east. Air temperatures in the north are mostly starting off in the upper [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotty-rainsnow-cooler-and-gusty-weather/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotty-rainsnow-cooler-and-gusty-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lighter winds returning to New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another windy day brought critical and extreme fire danger to parts of New Mexico Monday. Breezy, but lighter winds, will continue through the rest of this week, while rain chances return to eastern New Mexico by Wednesday. Southwest winds have been gusting up to 50 mph Monday afternoon in parts of New Mexico, creating areas [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lighter-winds-returning-to-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 06:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lighter-winds-returning-to-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM baseball prepares for the Mountain West Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;They came up short in their last three trips to the Mountain West Tournament. The UNM Lobos didn't win one game in those trips. This year, they are going in as the 5th seed. Thanks to a bye week last week, the Lobos will go in feeling refreshed. "We feel like we're rested [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-baseball-prepares-for-the-mountain-west-tournament/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-baseball-prepares-for-the-mountain-west-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AJ Pierre Jerome commits to UNM men's basketball]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Six-foot-nine forward AJ Pierre Jerome is the latest player to commit to Eric Olen and the University of New Mexico Lobos basketball team. Pierre Jerome announced his decision Monday by way of social media. During his redshirt sophomore season at Butler Community College in El Dorado, Kansas, last season, Pierre Jerome averaged [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aj-pierre-jerome-commits-to-unm-mens-basketball/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aj-pierre-jerome-commits-to-unm-mens-basketball/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duke Rodriguez campaign issued cease-and-desist letter over campaign ads]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Attorneys for President Donald Trump said a New Mexico candidate for governor needs to stop using his picture in campaign ads. The Dhillon Law Group sent a cease and desist letter, obtained by KRQE News 13, to Republican Duke Rodriguez, saying some mail and text advertisements suggest the President is supporting Rodriguez's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/duke-rodriguez-campaign-issued-cease-and-desist-letter-over-campaign-ads/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/duke-rodriguez-campaign-issued-cease-and-desist-letter-over-campaign-ads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off-duty Roswell police officer involved in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An off-duty Roswell police officer was involved in a crash Monday evening. Chaves County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the crash around 6:30 p.m. at Darby Road and Main Street. Deputies say minor injuries were reported, and no one was sent to the hospital. They said that the off-duty officer will be [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/off-duty-roswell-police-officer-involved-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 04:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/off-duty-roswell-police-officer-involved-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 charged after bicyclist injured in crash in Valencia County]]></title><description><![CDATA[VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A bicyclist is in critical condition after a crash in Valencia County last Wednesday. According to the Valencia County Sheriff's Office, deputies were sent to the area of El Cerro Loop Road and Winchester Lane, where they found a 32-year-old male who had been injured and was being treated. He was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-charged-after-bicyclist-injured-in-crash-in-valencia-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 04:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-charged-after-bicyclist-injured-in-crash-in-valencia-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 juveniles charged in connection to robbery in Alamogordo]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Alamogordo Police Department said five juveniles were charged in connection with a breaking and entering on May 16. They said that five male teens held a homeowner at gunpoint, and stole a gun and body armor before fleeing. A 16-year-old male was charged with aggravated robbery, larceny of a firearm, and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-juveniles-charged-in-connection-to-robbery-in-alamogordo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-juveniles-charged-in-connection-to-robbery-in-alamogordo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trial underway for Albuquerque pastor accused of rape]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Opening statements have begun for a convicted conman and church pastor, facing five charges of rape. KRQE News 13 has reported on Andrew Miller many times before, from child abuse to racketeering. He has a criminal history dating back to 1998. Two years ago, Andrew Miller was charged with raping two women while [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-underway-for-albuquerque-pastor-accused-of-rape/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 02:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-underway-for-albuquerque-pastor-accused-of-rape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steve Pearce confirmed by U.S. Senate to lead Bureau of Land Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The United States Senate has confirmed former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce as the director of the Bureau of Land Management. Pearce, a Republican, represented New Mexico's Second Congressional District from 2003 to 2009, and again from 2011 to 2019. In New Mexico, the BLM manages around 13.5 million acres of federal [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/steve-pearce-confirmed-by-us-senate-to-lead-bureau-of-land-management/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 02:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/steve-pearce-confirmed-by-us-senate-to-lead-bureau-of-land-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lighter winds returning, but fire danger stays elevated]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another windy day brought critical and extreme fire danger to parts of New Mexico Monday. Breezy, but lighter winds, will continue through the rest of this week, while rain chances return to eastern New Mexico by Wednesday. Southwest winds have been gusting up to 50 mph Monday afternoon in parts of New Mexico, creating areas [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lighter-winds-returning-but-fire-danger-stays-elevated/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lighter-winds-returning-but-fire-danger-stays-elevated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Grande around Albuquerque is drying up earlier than anticipated]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; With temperatures heating up after a rough winter, the Rio Grande may just be days away from drying up through the metro. Water managers talked about the unusual and earlier drying than in recent years. "It's the lowest I've seen the river in my tenure in the district this early in the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-grande-around-albuquerque-is-drying-up-earlier-than-anticipated/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-grande-around-albuquerque-is-drying-up-earlier-than-anticipated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southbound I-25 Montgomery on-ramp closed for seven weeks during construction]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Drivers on I-25 may need to rethink their commutes for several weeks, as the southbound on-ramp at Montgomery is now completely closed to traffic for nearly two months, with much of the construction planned at night. "We&rsquo;ll be working around the clock and part of that is because we want to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southbound-i-25-montgomery-on-ramp-closed-for-seven-weeks-during-construction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southbound-i-25-montgomery-on-ramp-closed-for-seven-weeks-during-construction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's open/closed during Memorial Day 2026 in Albuquerque?]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Memorial Day is on Monday, May 25 this year. If you're wondering what will be open and what will be closed in the City of Albuquerque, KRQE has you covered. Here is a list of which services will be available come Monday. Further down in this article, you can also find events [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-openclosed-during-memorial-day-2026-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-openclosed-during-memorial-day-2026-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque releases latest quarterly transit safety report]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The City of Albuquerque released the latest statistics related to transit safety in the city. Some of the highlights include a 21% decrease in safety calls. "Class A" incidents, ones deemed "more serious," decreased by 39%. Nearly 150,000 more passengers were serviced, an 8% increase. You can find the full chart below. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-releases-latest-quarterly-transit-safety-report/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-releases-latest-quarterly-transit-safety-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Next Generation Very Large Array antenna protype gets 'first light']]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The future of radio astronomy is happening right here in New Mexico.Scientists are celebrating a milestone for the next-generation of the Very Large Array prototype antenna on the plains of San Agustin, New Mexico. The prototype made its first observations of the Crab Nebula, which tells scientists that the antenna is working. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/next-generation-very-large-array-antenna-protype-gets-first-light/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/next-generation-very-large-array-antenna-protype-gets-first-light/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torch run begins to raise money for Special Olympics New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Monday marks the start of the New Mexico Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics. The annual relay brings together hundreds of law enforcement and safety personnel from counties across the state. They are raising awareness and funds for Special Olympics New Mexico. The run kicked off on Monday in the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/torch-run-begins-to-raise-money-for-special-olympics-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/torch-run-begins-to-raise-money-for-special-olympics-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Albuquerque Public Schools bus attendant pleads guilty to child pornography charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A former Albuquerque Public Schools special education school bus attendant pleaded guilty in court Monday morning to possession of child pornography. Patrick Bilbo, 33, was arrested late last year, after investigators said that they found videos featuring multiple victims, some potentially as young as five years old. He was charged with two [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-albuquerque-public-schools-bus-attendant-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-charge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-albuquerque-public-schools-bus-attendant-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[15 suspected online predators arrested in New Mexico undercover operation, NMDOJ says]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A total of 15 people suspected of&nbsp;attempting&nbsp;to meet a child for sexual activity have been arrested following a four-day undercover operation, the New Mexico Department of Justice announced Monday. Federal and local law enforcement partners in New Mexico, along with the NMDOJ, worked together during "Operation Game Over." Officials said the alleged [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/15-suspected-online-predators-arrested-in-new-mexico-undercover-operation-nmdoj-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/15-suspected-online-predators-arrested-in-new-mexico-undercover-operation-nmdoj-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police respond to active shooter at Islamic Center of San Diego, threat has been 'neutralized']]></title><description><![CDATA[A heavy police and SWAT presence could be seen gathering outside the Islamic Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-respond-to-active-shooter-at-islamic-center-of-san-diego-threat-has-been-neutralized/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-respond-to-active-shooter-at-islamic-center-of-san-diego-threat-has-been-neutralized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 killed in shooting at San Diego mosque, 2 suspects found dead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, the county's largest mosque. Two suspects in the shooting are dead, police confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-killed-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque-2-suspects-found-dead/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-killed-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque-2-suspects-found-dead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 killed in shooting at San Diego mosque, 2 suspects dead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, the county's largest mosque. Two suspects in the shooting are dead, police confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-killed-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque-2-suspects-dead/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-killed-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque-2-suspects-dead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire danger continues across New Mexico this afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Pacific cold front is moving in from the northwest today. This is bringing a nice cooldown to southern Colorado and northern New Mexico. Highs there will be slightly cooler than normal for this time of year across these areas. A few spotty showers will also be possible in southern Colorado and along the New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fire-danger-continues-across-new-mexico-this-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fire-danger-continues-across-new-mexico-this-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man convicted in fatal shooting outside Albuquerque gas station]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A jury convicted Frank Porras of second degree murder and aggravated burglary for a fatal shooting outside of an Albuquerque gas station in 2021. On January 20, 2021, Porras shot and killed Matthew Werth at the Quick Stop on Central Ave. near Western Skies. The Bernalillo County District Attorney said Porras had been [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-convicted-in-fatal-shooting-outside-albuquerque-gas-station/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-convicted-in-fatal-shooting-outside-albuquerque-gas-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NM Supreme Court vacates murder conviction linked to teen's death in 2014]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS LUNAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The state Supreme Court today vacated the second-degree murder and evidence tampering convictions of a Valencia County man for a killing that occurred when he was a teenager. Brandon Villalobos&nbsp;was age 15 when he was arrested for the beating death of a 12-year-old friend, Alex Madrid in Meadow Lake back in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-supreme-court-vacates-murder-conviction-linked-to-teens-death-in-2014/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-supreme-court-vacates-murder-conviction-linked-to-teens-death-in-2014/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How New Mexican families can get grocery money for students this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Applications are open for the Summer SUN Bucks program, which is aimed at keeping New Mexico students fed during the summer. SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT (S-EBT), is a federal program that helps families by giving them money to buy groceries during the summer when children are not in school. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-new-mexican-families-can-get-grocery-money-for-students-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-new-mexican-families-can-get-grocery-money-for-students-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tiny patients, big fight: NICU parents win leave in 2 states, push for more]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. has no federal law mandating paid family or parental leave, an issue that has long divided Democrats and Republicans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tiny-patients-big-fight-nicu-parents-win-leave-in-2-states-push-for-more/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tiny-patients-big-fight-nicu-parents-win-leave-in-2-states-push-for-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Americans exposed to Ebola outbreak in the Congo, CDC says. Here's how it spreads]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the risk to the American public remains low.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/americans-exposed-to-ebola-outbreak-in-the-congo-cdc-says-heres-how-it-spreads/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/americans-exposed-to-ebola-outbreak-in-the-congo-cdc-says-heres-how-it-spreads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Americans are living closer together, but know each other less: Poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most people say that being a good neighbor nowadays means &ldquo;keeping your distance.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/americans-are-living-closer-together-but-know-each-other-less-poll/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/americans-are-living-closer-together-but-know-each-other-less-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singer Shakira acquitted in tax fraud case in Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Spanish court acquitted Shakira in a tax fraud case, ordering the government to return more than 55 million euros ($64 million) in wrongly imposed fines, a court document seen Monday by The Associated Press said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/singer-shakira-acquitted-in-tax-fraud-case-in-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/singer-shakira-acquitted-in-tax-fraud-case-in-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedro Pascal surprises 'Star Wars' fans at Disneyland]]></title><description><![CDATA[The actor, who stars in &ldquo;Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,&rdquo; surprised guests Saturday aboard Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland Park in Anaheim.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedro-pascal-surprises-star-wars-fans-at-disneyland/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedro-pascal-surprises-star-wars-fans-at-disneyland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eagle plaques on homes are an American tradition. Who qualifies for them?]]></title><description><![CDATA[They're more than just patriotic decor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eagle-plaques-on-homes-are-an-american-tradition-who-qualifies-for-them/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eagle-plaques-on-homes-are-an-american-tradition-who-qualifies-for-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michigan man wins $1M Powerball prize with numbers from unlikely source]]></title><description><![CDATA[He's also been playing the same numbers for 30 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/michigan-man-wins-1m-powerball-prize-with-numbers-from-unlikely-source/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/michigan-man-wins-1m-powerball-prize-with-numbers-from-unlikely-source/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KRQE hosts live Republican primary governor debate]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; KRQE News 13 is hosting a live televised debate with the Republican candidates running in the governor&rsquo;s race on Tuesday, May 19. The debate will start at 6 p.m. on FOX 505 and the KRQE NOW app, where we&rsquo;ll hear from Gregory Hull, Duke Rodriguez, and Doug Turner. Before the Q&amp;A, there [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-hosts-live-republican-primary-governor-debate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-hosts-live-republican-primary-governor-debate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque celebrates National Water Safety Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Residents from around Albuquerque gathered at Highland Pool Sunday for a free community event to celebrate National Water Safety Month. Families, swim instructors and community partners learned lifesaving skills and learned to build water confidence. Guests also enjoyed open swim time and free swim lessons for kids and adults. Organizers said the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-celebrates-national-water-safety-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-celebrates-national-water-safety-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer travelers who relied on Spirit Airlines may struggle to find budget flights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Like gasoline and diesel prices, the price of jet fuel has jumped since the Iran war put a chokehold on Middle East oil shipments 11 weeks ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summer-travelers-who-relied-on-spirit-airlines-may-struggle-to-find-budget-flights/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summer-travelers-who-relied-on-spirit-airlines-may-struggle-to-find-budget-flights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most visited national park to grow through land transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The land was previously owned by one of the earliest permanent settlers in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/most-visited-national-park-to-grow-through-land-transfer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/most-visited-national-park-to-grow-through-land-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bank of America settles to pay $2.25 million in 7-Eleven ATM fees lawsuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The lawsuit accused Bank of America of charging customers two out-of-network fees for a single balance inquiry at 7-Eleven ATMs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bank-of-america-settles-to-pay-225-million-in-7-eleven-atm-fees-lawsuit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bank-of-america-settles-to-pay-225-million-in-7-eleven-atm-fees-lawsuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stuck on the road during a tornado? Don't park here, experts warn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tornado seasons has only just begun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/stuck-on-the-road-during-a-tornado-dont-park-here-experts-warn/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/stuck-on-the-road-during-a-tornado-dont-park-here-experts-warn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FDA drops guardrails on vaping industry in major Trump pivot ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration is pivoting hard on vaping, taking down guardrails that have limited the industry's growth in recent years and making clear the tobacco industry&rsquo;s enduring influence over Washington.In the span of two weeks, the Trump administration granted marketing authorization to four flavored vaping products and issued new guidance allowing unauthorized vapes to stay on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fda-drops-guardrails-on-vaping-industry-in-major-trump-pivot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fda-drops-guardrails-on-vaping-industry-in-major-trump-pivot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of taking Colorado airman's dog that was found dead is arrested in Florida]]></title><description><![CDATA[The airman said the man was tasked with watching his house and dog while he was deployed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-taking-colorado-airmans-dog-that-was-found-dead-is-arrested-in-florida/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-taking-colorado-airmans-dog-that-was-found-dead-is-arrested-in-florida/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven Cabins Fire, Plane crash victims identified, Breezy weather, Swim safety, Railyards market]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] Officials provide update on Seven Cabins Fire after winds drive growth in fire size -A fire is growing rapidly in Lincoln County, almost tripling in size since Saturday night, and it&rsquo;s leaving hundreds of firefighters scrambling to put out the blaze. As of 2 p.m. on Sunday, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seven-cabins-fire-plane-crash-victims-identified-breezy-weather-swim-safety-railyards-market/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seven-cabins-fire-plane-crash-victims-identified-breezy-weather-swim-safety-railyards-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meth fueled driver slams a stolen SUV into a father and his 10-year-old; NM Crime Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; When a meth-fueled John Bearden stole an SUV from Expo New Mexico and drove it dangerously down San Pedro, the consequences would be devastating. The tragic outcome of the 2023 incident left the lives of one family forever changed. Also on Crime Files is a police chase that was caught on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meth-fueled-driver-slams-a-stolen-suv-into-a-father-and-his-10-year-old-nm-crime-files/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meth-fueled-driver-slams-a-stolen-suv-into-a-father-and-his-10-year-old-nm-crime-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mostly dry and still gusty weather around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Skies are mostly clear with most areas starting off mild with some west-southwesterly winds on the gusty side with the elevated fire threat this morning. Air temperatures in the north are mostly starting off in the 30s to the lower 50s. Elsewhere to the south, air temperatures are mostly ranging from around [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mostly-dry-and-still-gusty-weather-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mostly-dry-and-still-gusty-weather-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe community mourns the loss of trans teen stabbed to death at University of Washington]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It's been a week since, a 19-year-old University of Washington student from New Mexico, was brutally killed in a suspected stabbing. A crowd gathered in Santa Fe Plaza to mourn, honor, and remember Juniper Blessing, a transgender person whose family says was highly intelligent and extremely talented. "And this is what juniper's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-community-mourns-the-loss-of-trans-teen-stabbed-to-death-at-university-of-washington/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-community-mourns-the-loss-of-trans-teen-stabbed-to-death-at-university-of-washington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 40 cats found inside apartment following the collapse of Lindy's Diner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shortly after this iconic downtown staple came down to the ground, emergency crews entered the Bliss Building to evacuate everyone, but little did they know what was waiting for them on the other side of the door.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-40-cats-found-inside-apartment-following-the-collapse-of-lindys-diner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-40-cats-found-inside-apartment-following-the-collapse-of-lindys-diner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strong winds and warm temperatures continue to bring fire concerns into the workweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strong southwesterly winds developed this afternoon, with gusts as high as 50 mph observed. This has brought an elevated fire danger statewide once again, with critical to extreme fire danger across parts of New Mexico through the late evening hours. A Pacific cold front will move in from the northwest Monday, bringing a nice cooldown [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/strong-winds-and-warm-temperatures-continue-to-bring-fire-concerns-into-the-workweek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/strong-winds-and-warm-temperatures-continue-to-bring-fire-concerns-into-the-workweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire concerns continue across the state into the workweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strong southwesterly winds developed this afternoon, with gusts as high as 50 mph observed. This has brought an elevated fire danger statewide once again, with critical to extreme fire danger across parts of New Mexico through the late evening hours. A Pacific cold front will move in from the northwest Monday, bringing a nice cooldown [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fire-concerns-continue-across-the-state-into-the-workweek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fire-concerns-continue-across-the-state-into-the-workweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officials provide update on Seven Cabins Fire after winds drive growth in fire size]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A fire is growing rapidly in Lincoln County, almost tripling in size since Saturday night, and it's leaving hundreds of firefighters scrambling to put out the blaze. As of 2 p.m. on Sunday, incident command told KRQE News 13 that the fire has reached nearly 9,000 acres with 0% contained, growing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-provide-update-on-seven-cabins-fire-after-winds-drive-growth-in-fire-size/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-provide-update-on-seven-cabins-fire-after-winds-drive-growth-in-fire-size/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail Yards Market celebrates Family Day on Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Sunday was a special themed weekend for the Rail Yards Market, as they celebrated Family Day. The Rail Yards had over 200 farm, food, and art vendors out on Sunday with live music and a special experience put on by Explora!, as part of this weekend's theme. "Our theme day is Family [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rail-yards-market-celebrates-family-day-on-sunday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rail-yards-market-celebrates-family-day-on-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southbound I-25 and Montgomery on-ramp closed starting Sunday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque drivers, your commute to work might take a little longer starting on Monday. A stretch of I-25 is going to be closed for almost two months for the construction of a new on-ramp. Starting Sunday at 10 p.m., the southbound Montgomery Boulevard on-ramp and a stretch of frontage road between the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southbound-i-25-and-montgomery-on-ramp-closed-starting-sunday-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southbound-i-25-and-montgomery-on-ramp-closed-starting-sunday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico father graduates alongside three daughters in remarkable family milestone]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It&rsquo;s graduation weekend, and managing one graduate can be challenging, but imagine the task for a father graduating alongside three of his daughters. Mike Guinn expressed, "Education is something that can be taken away from you. Once you learn it, you&rsquo;ve got it." This weekend is particularly busy for families across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-father-graduates-alongside-three-daughters-in-remarkable-family-milestone/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-father-graduates-alongside-three-daughters-in-remarkable-family-milestone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New rules change Disneyland tradition for guests]]></title><description><![CDATA[These updates follow a broader set of changes implemented in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-rules-change-disneyland-tradition-for-guests/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-rules-change-disneyland-tradition-for-guests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sick of spam calls? See which states file the most complaints]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received more than 2.6 million complaints &ndash; some states had far more than others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sick-of-spam-calls-see-which-states-file-the-most-complaints/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sick-of-spam-calls-see-which-states-file-the-most-complaints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus death in Colorado, not linked to cruise ship outbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado has recorded the second-most cases of hantavirus since 1993, CDC data shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-death-in-colorado-not-linked-to-cruise-ship-outbreak/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-death-in-colorado-not-linked-to-cruise-ship-outbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 killed, more injured after driver crashes into crowd in California]]></title><description><![CDATA[The crash remains under investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-killed-more-injured-after-driver-crashes-into-crowd-in-california/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-killed-more-injured-after-driver-crashes-into-crowd-in-california/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Windier weather ahead with wildfire danger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Sunday! We have another warm day ahead of us with wildfire danger becoming widespread across New Mexico. This morning temperatures have fallen into the 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s. High temperatures are forecasted to be slightly cooler across the state today, but still on the warm side. A few locations in the east and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/windier-weather-ahead-with-wildfire-danger/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/windier-weather-ahead-with-wildfire-danger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque's country music festival Boots in the Park has most successful year yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque's biggest country music festival is closing out day two on Saturday night. Boots in the Park organizers said it's been their biggest turnout yet, selling approximately 60,000 tickets this year. The record-breaking third year of the festival nearly sold out. Organizers credit the growth of the festival to bigger names playing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-country-music-festival-boots-in-the-park-has-most-successful-year-yet/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 05:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-country-music-festival-boots-in-the-park-has-most-successful-year-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dry, hot, and windy weather continue to move through New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hot weather continued across New Mexico today with elevated to critical fire threats. Overnight temperatures will remain mild with clear skies in place. Stronger southwest winds develop Sunday afternoon, with gusts as high as 35 to 50 mph. This will bring an elevated fire danger statewide once again, with critical to extreme fire danger across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-hot-and-windy-weather-continue-to-move-through-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-hot-and-windy-weather-continue-to-move-through-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 state champions crowned for high school baseball &amp; softball]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Championship Saturday is a wrap for high school spring sports. It was a busy day at the University of New Mexico with some lopsided scores and hard-fought battles in baseball and softball state championship Games. In Class 5A baseball, the 4-Piedra Vista Panthers stun the 2-Cleveland Storm, as they polish off a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2026-state-champions-crowned-for-high-school-baseball-amp-softball/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2026-state-champions-crowned-for-high-school-baseball-amp-softball/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ RIDE shares data showing decreased security calls]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;New numbers show fewer security calls on Albuquerque buses, a sign that safety may be improving for riders across the city. ABQ RIDE said the drop means progress, while acknowledging there's still work to be done. New data is shedding light on how often safety concerns are reported within Albuquerque's public transit system. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-shares-data-showing-decreased-security-calls/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-shares-data-showing-decreased-security-calls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parkinson's Foundation hosts 'Moving Day' to raise donations]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Dozens made it out to North Domingo Baca Park to walk for a good cause. The Parkinson's Foundation held a Moving Day to get Albuquerque residents out and about to raise money for the disease. This year's event honored Patricia Ruybal, who is a massage therapist and vocal advocate for people living [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/parkinsons-foundation-hosts-moving-day-to-raise-donations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/parkinsons-foundation-hosts-moving-day-to-raise-donations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LIVE: New Mexico United vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[LIVE: New Mexico United vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-new-mexico-united-vs-colorado-springs-switchbacks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-new-mexico-united-vs-colorado-springs-switchbacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM student defies all odds after life-altering injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a devastating injury, doctors said Danielle Cummings would never be able to run again, but today, she beat all odds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-student-defies-all-odds-after-life-altering-injury/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-student-defies-all-odds-after-life-altering-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth Beautification Summit trains next generation for clean up efforts in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; High schoolers from across the state gathered to help give the Land of Enchantment a major makeover on Saturday. Dozens of students attended the Youth Beautification Summit at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. The event is part of the state's Breaking Bad Habits campaign for youth, encouraging the next generation to learn [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/youth-beautification-summit-trains-next-generation-for-clean-up-efforts-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/youth-beautification-summit-trains-next-generation-for-clean-up-efforts-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elevated to extreme wildfire danger this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning! A toasty weekend is ahead with above normal high temperatures. We have already started a weekend on a mild note as low temperatures have, so far, bottomed out in the 40s, 50s and 60s for most. Today, near record warmth is forecasted across the Land of Enchantment as many locations could be within [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/elevated-to-extreme-wildfire-danger-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/elevated-to-extreme-wildfire-danger-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat continues this weekend with a high fire danger]]></title><description><![CDATA[A very high fire danger will continue across parts of New Mexico through this weekend. The heat sticks around Saturday before winds pick up by Sunday. Thunderstorms have again developed in far eastern New Mexico Friday afternoon. While a little more rain is reaching the ground today, gusty winds and lightning remain the biggest threats. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-this-weekend-with-a-high-fire-danger/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-this-weekend-with-a-high-fire-danger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State drops case against New Mexico defense attorney accused of bringing drugs into prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The case against a New Mexico defense attorney accused of bringing drugs into a prison has been dropped by the state, but that might not be the end of the story for Brian Pori. Officials said that the case has been taken over by federal authorities for prosecution, but so far, no [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-drops-case-against-new-mexico-defense-attorney-accused-of-bringing-drugs-into-prison/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-drops-case-against-new-mexico-defense-attorney-accused-of-bringing-drugs-into-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[15 men arrested in FBI child solicitation sting operation in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Fifteen men accused of messaging minors are behind bars Friday night, following a major sting operation involving the FBI and local law enforcement. In each case, the men used online meet-up sites and messaging apps like Snapchat. One of the cases is now being handled by federal authorities: Max Lorenzo Lujan. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/15-men-arrested-in-fbi-child-solicitation-sting-operation-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 05:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/15-men-arrested-in-fbi-child-solicitation-sting-operation-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grady Baseball, WLV Softball, and Loving Softball win state titles]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; State Champions were crowned on Friday for small schools in high school softball and baseball. The Grady Baseball Team beat Gateway Christian, 18-12, in the Class A State Championship. This marks Grady's first-ever State Championship in Baseball. The West Las Vegas Softball Team prevented Cobre from going back-to-back as state champions on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grady-baseball-wlv-softball-and-loving-softball-win-state-titles/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grady-baseball-wlv-softball-and-loving-softball-win-state-titles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ticket sales projected to surpass previous years for Boots in the Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico's biggest country music festival, Boots in the Park, returned to Balloon Fiesta Park Friday, and event organizers said it's their biggest turnout yet. "The first year it was one day, then we made it to two days, then this year we have two days and two stages," Bonnie Marquez said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ticket-sales-projected-to-surpass-previous-years-for-boots-in-the-park/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ticket-sales-projected-to-surpass-previous-years-for-boots-in-the-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclist hit by car in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; On Friday, another cyclist was hit by a car in Albuquerque, this time near Comanche Road and Moon Street. The victim was struck around 7 a.m. while biking near Madison Middle School. He was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver appeared to stay at the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyclist-hit-by-car-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 03:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyclist-hit-by-car-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 suspects arrested in connection to deadly shooting near Central in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Police have arrested four suspects in connection to a fatal shooting near Central Ave. on Wednesday night. Tenard Weekly, Evan Rogers, Junior Lewis, and Jaylen Hopewell are charged with first-degree murder for what police said was a "highly coordinated attack." Officers responded to gunshots heard in the alleyway between Cornell Dr. and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/4-suspects-arrested-in-connection-to-deadly-shooting-near-central-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 03:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/4-suspects-arrested-in-connection-to-deadly-shooting-near-central-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steve Goldstein named president of the University of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The University of New Mexico Board of Regents on Friday announced that Steve Goldstein has been selected as the new university president. Goldstein is currently the Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs at the University of California. He earned a B.A./M.A. in Biochemistry from Brandeis University and an M.D. and Ph.D in Immunology [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/steve-goldstein-named-president-of-the-university-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 03:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/steve-goldstein-named-president-of-the-university-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque mayor pushes back against proposed city council budget cuts]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It was a defiant response from Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller, pushing back against a city council budget move that he said will keep more people in jail and push others into homelessness. The mayor is highlighting a cut councilors passed, targeting a diversion and treatment program for people with behavioral health issues. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-mayor-pushes-back-against-proposed-city-council-budget-cuts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-mayor-pushes-back-against-proposed-city-council-budget-cuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire danger remains high through the weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[A very high fire danger will continue across parts of New Mexico through this weekend. The heat sticks around Saturday before winds pick up by Sunday. Thunderstorms have again developed in far eastern New Mexico Friday afternoon. While a little more rain is reaching the ground today, gusty winds and lightning remain the biggest threats. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fire-danger-remains-high-through-the-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fire-danger-remains-high-through-the-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flight crew member identified in Lincoln County fatal crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The Cloudcroft Fire Department and Lincoln County residents have identified one of the four individuals who died in an aircraft crash on a social media post Friday, May 15. The fire department shared a post about a fundraiser for one of the deceased, identified as Sarah Clark. "One of the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flight-crew-member-identified-in-lincoln-county-fatal-crash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flight-crew-member-identified-in-lincoln-county-fatal-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["He's a teddy bear": Family mourns Albuquerque man killed while riding his bike]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A family is mourning after an Albuquerque man was killed while riding his bicycle to work by a driver who took off after the crash. 47-year-old Robert Montoya, described by his family as a big teddy bear. He was born and raised in Albuquerque, and his sister shares how shocking this loss [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hes-a-teddy-bear-family-mourns-albuquerque-man-killed-while-riding-his-bike/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hes-a-teddy-bear-family-mourns-albuquerque-man-killed-while-riding-his-bike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Babydoll's House of Jazz brings a different type of tune to Uptown Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; There's a new scene in uptown, where "the music is the thing." Babydoll's House of Jazz &amp; Blues just recently opened its doors in Park Square Market. They're hoping to offer up a sophisticated night out for Duke City locals, while also planting seeds for the next generation of jazz. And for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/babydolls-house-of-jazz-brings-a-different-type-of-tune-to-uptown-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/babydolls-house-of-jazz-brings-a-different-type-of-tune-to-uptown-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WWE Summer Live Tour coming to The Pit in July]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The WWE is coming to Albuquerque this summer for a wild performance at The Pit. The organization announced 10 new dates to their summer tour, and the Duke City made the cut. All the action is going down on July 12. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday at 10 a.m., with an [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wwe-summer-live-tour-coming-to-the-pit-in-july/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wwe-summer-live-tour-coming-to-the-pit-in-july/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers working to find solution to toxic plant on southwestern New Mexico ranch]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; It's a deadly problem on a southwestern New Mexico ranch. Now, researchers are using state-of-the-art technology to find a solution, after dozens of livestock were poisoned by a plant. On a massive 24,000 acre New Mexico ranch, finding a single toxic plant is like searching for a needle in a haystack. We [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/researchers-working-to-find-solution-to-toxic-plant-on-southwestern-new-mexico-ranch/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/researchers-working-to-find-solution-to-toxic-plant-on-southwestern-new-mexico-ranch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[120k children's tower stools recalled after 8 injuries reported]]></title><description><![CDATA[You should put these away from kids immediately.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/120k-childrens-tower-stools-recalled-after-8-injuries-reported/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/120k-childrens-tower-stools-recalled-after-8-injuries-reported/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$2 million in funding approved for Roswell Fire Dept. by FEMA]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Federal Emergency Management Agency just released nearly $500 million to communities in Louisiana, Texas and New Mexico affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and past natural disasters. Here in New Mexico, Roswell is benefiting from a $2.6 million allocation. The money will go to repairing or replacing damaged fire department vehicles caused [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2-million-in-funding-approved-for-roswell-fire-dept-by-fema/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2-million-in-funding-approved-for-roswell-fire-dept-by-fema/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experts warn of dosing issues with GLP-1 weight loss drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[While many patients are seeing life-changing results with GLP-1 medications, doctors say the medications can also come with risks if they are not dosed properly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/experts-warn-of-dosing-issues-with-glp-1-weight-loss-drugs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/experts-warn-of-dosing-issues-with-glp-1-weight-loss-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City gives Lindy's Diner owners more time to apply for renovation or demolition permit]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque has given the owners of the Bliss Building, which houses Lindy's Diner in downtown Albuquerque, more time to apply for a renovation permit or a demolition permit. The deadline to apply for either permit was initially set for Friday, May 15; however, Mayor Tim Keller announced that the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-gives-lindys-diner-owners-more-time-to-apply-for-renovation-or-demolition-permit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-gives-lindys-diner-owners-more-time-to-apply-for-renovation-or-demolition-permit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A lesson': 12-year-old arrested in 'door kicking challenge' at Florida home, deputies say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Florida sheriff's office shared a video of a 12-year-old who was arrested in Deltona on Tuesday after he took part in the viral "door kicking challenge."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-lesson-12-year-old-arrested-in-door-kicking-challenge-at-florida-home-deputies-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-lesson-12-year-old-arrested-in-door-kicking-challenge-at-florida-home-deputies-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump administration sued by veterans group over VA abortion ban]]></title><description><![CDATA["A betrayal of the sacrifices I have made for my country."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-sued-by-veterans-group-over-va-abortion-ban/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-sued-by-veterans-group-over-va-abortion-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH: Tampa bank calls 911 on 'suspicious' man who was just waiting for the business to open]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a Black man was approached by a Tampa police officer while sitting in his car outside of a bank, his video of the interaction went viral. Now, newly released police body camera footage shows another angle of the incident - and why the bank says they contacted authorities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-tampa-bank-calls-911-on-suspicious-man-who-was-just-waiting-for-the-business-to-open/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-tampa-bank-calls-911-on-suspicious-man-who-was-just-waiting-for-the-business-to-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family: After teen fatally shot, gunman photographed victim, posted to social media]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lewis Smith said the people who shot and killed his great-nephew at a Virginia gas station posted a photo of his body on Instagram.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-after-teen-fatally-shot-gunman-photographed-victim-posted-to-social-media/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-after-teen-fatally-shot-gunman-photographed-victim-posted-to-social-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge declares a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial after jury stalemate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harvey Weinstein &rsquo;s rape retrial ended in a mistrial Friday after the jury deadlocked in the closely watched #MeToo-era case that another jury failed to decide last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-declares-a-mistrial-in-harvey-weinsteins-rape-retrial-after-jury-stalemate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-declares-a-mistrial-in-harvey-weinsteins-rape-retrial-after-jury-stalemate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas Children's Hospital must create country's first 'detransition clinic' under settlement with Paxton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Texas Children's Hospital will create the nation&rsquo;s first &ldquo;detransition clinic,&rdquo; fire five physicians and pay the state $10 million under an unusual settlement announced Friday by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-childrens-hospital-must-create-countrys-first-detransition-clinic-under-settlement-with-paxton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-childrens-hospital-must-create-countrys-first-detransition-clinic-under-settlement-with-paxton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI offers $200K reward in search for ex-Air Force counterintelligence specialist who defected to Iran]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FBI is offering a $200,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a former U.S. Air Force counterintelligence specialist accused of spying for Iran, who defected to the country nearly a decade ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-offers-200k-reward-in-search-for-ex-air-force-counterintelligence-specialist-who-defected-to-iran/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-offers-200k-reward-in-search-for-ex-air-force-counterintelligence-specialist-who-defected-to-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Park Service urges visitors to be 'bear aware' as activity increases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Park Service is urging visitors to take extra precautions while exploring the outdoors due to increased bear activity, including staying alert, securing food, and knowing what to do before entering bear country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/national-park-service-urges-visitors-to-be-bear-aware-as-activity-increases/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/national-park-service-urges-visitors-to-be-bear-aware-as-activity-increases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus has not mutated to be more transmissible: WHO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The overall risk to the public remains low, WHO officials said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-has-not-mutated-to-be-more-transmissible-who/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-has-not-mutated-to-be-more-transmissible-who/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dry storms today, heat extends into weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Friday! The weekend is almost upon us, and hot weather is forecasted to stick around. This afternoon temperatures have risen to the 70s, 80s, and 90s around New Mexico and southern Colorado. Today's forecasted high temperatures are expected to be about 5-15 degrees above normal throughout New Mexico. Friday's forecast also has another round [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-storms-today-heat-extends-into-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-storms-today-heat-extends-into-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lane closures coming to I-25 and I-40 in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Road work on the two major highways that pass through Albuquerque may cause delays starting Monday New Mexico Department of Transportation crews will perform shoulder fog seal operations on portions of Interstate 25 and Interstate 40. The operations will require one lane closure in the work zones from 9 a.m. to 3 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lane-closures-coming-to-i-25-and-i-40-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lane-closures-coming-to-i-25-and-i-40-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crews respond to fire at karate dojo in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a fire Friday around 3 a.m. at the Ed Erlers Shorin Ryu Dojo, near Louisiana and Zuni. Firefighters arrived on scene and reported a working commercial structure fire. Crews were able to bring the fire under control within 16 minutes of arriving on scene. AFR said fire [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-at-karate-dojo-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-at-karate-dojo-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mimms Fire burns in Quay County]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUAY COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Fire crews are battling the Mimms Fire burning on private land in Quay County. &nbsp;Officials said additional&nbsp;resources, including air operations, will be ordered on Friday. Limited details were provided.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mimms-fire-burns-in-quay-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mimms-fire-burns-in-quay-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bicyclist hit by vehicle in northeast Albuquerque, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A bicyclist was taken to the hospital after a crash in northeast Albuquerque Friday morning. Albuquerque Police said the bicyclist, a man, was hit by a vehicle around 7:20 a.m. at Comanche Road NE and Moon Street NE. The man had non-life-threatening injuries, police added.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bicyclist-hit-by-vehicle-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bicyclist-hit-by-vehicle-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Corrections Department offers new, electronic way to send funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The New Mexico Corrections Department is offering an electronic way to send funds to incarcerated individuals. &ldquo;This new electronic payment option is especially beneficial for families of incarcerated individuals in rural communities, where access to money orders may be limited,&rdquo; said&nbsp;Corrections Cabinet Secretary Alisha Tafoya Lucero.&nbsp;&ldquo;It also reflects the department&rsquo;s continued commitment [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-corrections-department-offers-new-electronic-way-to-send-funds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-corrections-department-offers-new-electronic-way-to-send-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump unveils waterfront site for planned National Garden of American Heroes in DC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The president revived plans for the project last year, building on an executive order he issued in June 2020 during his first term.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-unveils-waterfront-site-for-planned-national-garden-of-american-heroes-in-dc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-unveils-waterfront-site-for-planned-national-garden-of-american-heroes-in-dc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump sets targeted opening for White House ballroom for September 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump said on Friday that the White House ballroom is scheduled to open in just over two years in September of 2028 near the end of his second term. &ldquo;China has a Ballroom, and so should the U.S.A.! It&rsquo;s under construction, ahead of schedule, and will be the finest facility of its kind anywhere [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-sets-targeted-opening-for-white-house-ballroom-for-september-2028/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-sets-targeted-opening-for-white-house-ballroom-for-september-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Ebola outbreak confirmed in remote Congo province; 65 deaths recorded]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest outbreak comes around five months after Congo&rsquo;s last Ebola outbreak was declared over after 43 deaths.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-ebola-outbreak-confirmed-in-remote-congo-province-65-deaths-recorded/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-ebola-outbreak-confirmed-in-remote-congo-province-65-deaths-recorded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kash Patel's Hawaii trip included 'VIP snorkel' at Pearl Harbor memorial: Emails]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sunken battleship entombs more than 900 sailors and Marines at Pearl Harbor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kash-patels-hawaii-trip-included-vip-snorkel-at-pearl-harbor-memorial-emails/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kash-patels-hawaii-trip-included-vip-snorkel-at-pearl-harbor-memorial-emails/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jerome Powell ends term as Federal Reserve chief clouded by Trump tumult]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jerome Powell&rsquo;s stint leading the Federal Reserve is finished, but his battle with President Donald Trump is far from over.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jerome-powell-ends-term-as-federal-reserve-chief-clouded-by-trump-tumult/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jerome-powell-ends-term-as-federal-reserve-chief-clouded-by-trump-tumult/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico National Guard rescues hiker in Sierra County]]></title><description><![CDATA[**Editor's Note: The New Mexico National Guard issued a correction about where the rescue took place. This story has been updated to reflect that change. SIERRA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Army National Guard Aviation MEDEVAC team on Thursday rescued a stranded hiker from remote terrain in Sierra County. The National Guard responded to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guard-rescues-hiker-in-sierra-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guard-rescues-hiker-in-sierra-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico National Guard rescues hiker in Lincoln County]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Army National Guard Aviation MEDEVAC team on Thursday rescued a stranded hiker from in remote terrain in Lincoln County. The National Guard responded to an urgent request for assistance from New Mexico Search and Rescue officials regarding a 44-year-old man who had become lost, dehydrated, intermittently incoherent, and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guard-rescues-hiker-in-lincoln-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guard-rescues-hiker-in-lincoln-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical plane crash, Fatal crash investigation, Calm weather, Albuquerque Fire Rescue puppies, Student scholarships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] Four killed in medical aircraft crash near Capitan; crews work to extinguish wildfire - Four people have died, and a fire ignited after a medical transport aircraft crashed in the Capitan Mountain area in Lincoln County on Thursday morning. A plane took off from Roswell for a medical [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/medical-plane-crash-fatal-crash-investigation-calm-weather-albuquerque-fire-rescue-puppies-student-scholarships/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/medical-plane-crash-fatal-crash-investigation-calm-weather-albuquerque-fire-rescue-puppies-student-scholarships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical plan crash, Fatal crash investigation, Calm weather, Albuquerque Fire Rescue puppies, Student scholarships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] Four killed in medical aircraft crash near Capitan; crews work to extinguish wildfire - Four people have died, and a fire ignited after a medical transport aircraft crashed in the Capitan Mountain area in Lincoln County on Thursday morning. A plane took off from Roswell for a medical [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/medical-plan-crash-fatal-crash-investigation-calm-weather-albuquerque-fire-rescue-puppies-student-scholarships/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/medical-plan-crash-fatal-crash-investigation-calm-weather-albuquerque-fire-rescue-puppies-student-scholarships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's happening in New Mexico May 15-21? Boots in the Park and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Check out community events around New Mexico from May 15 to 21. Albuquerque New Mexico Albuquerque Notices &#128310;Sandia Peak Tram celebrates Route 66 with car show series &ndash; The Sandia Peak Tramway is celebrating Route 66 all summer with the Route 66 edition of the &ldquo;Street Cars and Cable Cars&rdquo; series. The Sandia Tram [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-15-21-boots-in-the-park-and-more/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-15-21-boots-in-the-park-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dry and slightly cooler before warmer weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Skies are clearer with most areas even slightly cooler than yesterday morning with some west-northwesterly winds. Air temperatures in the north are mostly starting off in the 30s to around 50&deg;, except for parts of the Northeast Plains starting off around the high 50s. Elsewhere to the south, air temperatures are mostly [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-and-slightly-cooler-before-warmer-weather/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-and-slightly-cooler-before-warmer-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat and wind will keep the fire danger around in New Mexico through the weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hot, dry and windy weather will keep the fire danger high across parts of New Mexico Friday. Stronger winds arrive Sunday, bringing an even more widespread fire danger. Showers and storms popped up Thursday afternoon across eastern New Mexico. A little rain has made it to the ground, but most of it has been evaporating [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-and-wind-will-keep-the-fire-danger-around-in-new-mexico-through-the-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 06:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-and-wind-will-keep-the-fire-danger-around-in-new-mexico-through-the-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 dead after 3 vehicle crash in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; One person is dead following a three-vehicle crash in northeast Albuquerque. The Albuquerque Police Department said the driver of a Kia was headed eastbound on Layton Ave. and stopped at a red light to turn onto Eubank. They then accelerated through the red light. A gray Jeep was approaching Layton on southbound [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-dead-after-3-vehicle-crash-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-dead-after-3-vehicle-crash-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho police explain length of investigation into crash that killed BCSO sergeant]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;KRQE News 13 has learned more about the crash that killed a Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office sergeant earlier this year. In February, BCSO Sergeant Michael Schlattman was killed during a traffic stop near Carnuel on I-40. A new investigation report from the Rio Rancho Police Department said that the driver of the semi, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-police-explain-length-of-investigation-into-crash-that-killed-bcso-sergeant/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-police-explain-length-of-investigation-into-crash-that-killed-bcso-sergeant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kids' Chance of New Mexico awards nearly $300K in scholarships to students]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Ten kids from across New Mexico got a very special gift on Thursday. The Kids' Chance of New Mexico, a non-profit, awarded nearly $300,000 in scholarships. The charity supports children and students whose parents were critically injured or killed in a workplace accident. The scholarships ranged between $10,000 and $75,000, and they [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kids-chance-of-new-mexico-awards-nearly-300k-in-scholarships-to-students/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 04:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kids-chance-of-new-mexico-awards-nearly-300k-in-scholarships-to-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Highlands University Board of Regents provide statement after putting president on leave]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico Highlands University regents are providing few answers on why they put the school's president on leave. Two weeks ago, the regents placed President Neil Woolf and other top Highlands officials on paid administrative leave. In a statement sent to KRQE News 13 on Thursday, the regents said that state [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-highlands-university-board-of-regents-provide-statement-after-putting-president-on-leave/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-highlands-university-board-of-regents-provide-statement-after-putting-president-on-leave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Supreme Court affirms murder conviction in 2022 Roswell shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Supreme Court has affirmed a first-degree murder conviction for a shooting four years ago in Roswell. In 2022, police responded to a report of shots fired. They found 15-year-old Damyn Rodriguez dead, and two other teens injured. Daniel Flores was arrested and charged with murder and aggravated assault. In [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-affirms-murder-conviction-in-2022-roswell-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 03:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-affirms-murder-conviction-in-2022-roswell-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Next Seasons of Nonviolence event to be held on Saturday at Kirtland Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The next event in the Seasons of Nonviolence is coming up this weekend. This Saturday, the City of Albuquerque will host the Party at the Polls. The public will be able to enjoy free food, a live DJ, and you can get registered to vote and also vote from 10 a.m. to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/next-seasons-of-nonviolence-event-to-be-held-on-saturday-at-kirtland-park/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/next-seasons-of-nonviolence-event-to-be-held-on-saturday-at-kirtland-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta begins arguments against case brought by the New Mexico Department of Justice]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Fighting back in a court case that could change the way it does business in New Mexico, the company behind Instagram and Facebook is now making its points as to why it shouldn't be deemed a public nuisance. The state rested its case on Wednesday, and now attorneys for "Meta" are defending [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meta-begins-arguments-against-case-brought-by-the-new-mexico-department-of-justice/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 03:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meta-begins-arguments-against-case-brought-by-the-new-mexico-department-of-justice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Line Fire evacuations lifted in eastern New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Evacuations and road closures were lifted Friday for the Line Fire burning in Quay County in eastern New Mexico. The Line Fire has burned 20,000 acres and is 25% contained. The fire has crossed the state line and is burning in Texas as well. Power lines were&nbsp;impacted,&nbsp;and power companies are working to restore [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/line-fire-evacuations-lifted-in-eastern-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 02:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/line-fire-evacuations-lifted-in-eastern-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evacuations ordered for Line Fire in eastern New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Evacuations have been ordered for Nara Visa in eastern New Mexico. The Line Fire has burned 50 acres and is 0% contained. RM3296 in Texas to the New Mexico state line is closed. KRQE News 13 will provide updates as they become available.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evacuations-ordered-for-line-fire-in-eastern-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 02:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evacuations-ordered-for-line-fire-in-eastern-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man accused of fatally shooting innocent bystander will remain in jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;It was a road rage shooting that ended in the killing of an innocent bystander on the street. On Thursday, a judge determined whether the Albuquerque man accused of shooting will stay in jail while he awaits his trial. Rory Horowitz was arrested by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office last month. Prosecutors argued [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-accused-of-fatally-shooting-innocent-bystander-will-remain-in-jail/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 02:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-accused-of-fatally-shooting-innocent-bystander-will-remain-in-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot, dry, and windy weather raises fire danger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hot, dry and windy weather will keep the fire danger high across parts of New Mexico Friday. Stronger winds arrive Sunday, bringing an even more widespread fire danger. Showers and storms popped up Thursday afternoon across eastern New Mexico. A little rain has made it to the ground, but most of it has been evaporating [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-dry-and-windy-weather-raises-fire-danger/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-dry-and-windy-weather-raises-fire-danger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions of birds migrating over New Mexico this mid-May]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Birders, grab your binoculars, because millions of birds are flying over New Mexico. According to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's "BirdCast," more than 3 million birds crossed over New Mexico last night. Right now is peak migration for millions of birds as spring migration season is at its highest. Warmer weather is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-of-birds-migrating-over-new-mexico-this-mid-may/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-of-birds-migrating-over-new-mexico-this-mid-may/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An art gallery on Route 66 in New Mexico is working to support local art and culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[GRANTS, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; There's an art gallery tucked away in a small town in New Mexico that's bringing a dose of culture and talent to the Land of Enchantment's stretch of Route 66. Double Six Gallery by the Cibola Arts Council has a variety of southwestern art on display, just in time for the Mother [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/an-art-gallery-on-route-66-in-new-mexico-is-working-to-support-local-art-and-culture/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/an-art-gallery-on-route-66-in-new-mexico-is-working-to-support-local-art-and-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capulin Volcano rangers share facts on native ringtail cat species]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Rangers at Capulin Volcano National Monument are asking residents if they have seen ringtail cats around the historic site. This small member of the raccoon family is native to New Mexico and is rarely seen. The ringtail has been described as a cross between a fox, cat, and raccoon. Even though these [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/capulin-volcano-rangers-share-facts-on-native-ringtail-cat-species/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/capulin-volcano-rangers-share-facts-on-native-ringtail-cat-species/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United prepares for the second round of the USL Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; In this week&rsquo;s Black and Yellow Report, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate and Sports Anchor Jared Chester discuss the team&rsquo;s win last week, their next match, and more. United will play in the second round of the Prinx Tires USL Cup on Saturday, May 16, against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. Kickoff [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-prepares-for-the-second-round-of-the-usl-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-prepares-for-the-second-round-of-the-usl-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most popular baby names in New Mexico for 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; The Social Security Office released the most popular baby names for 2025 on Thursday. And here in New Mexico, we saw some familiar names top the charts once again. Coming in at No. 1 for girls is Mia, and as for the boys, Noah ranks No. 1. That's no change from 2024 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-most-popular-baby-names-in-new-mexico-for-2025/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-most-popular-baby-names-in-new-mexico-for-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven Cabins Wildfire linked to plane crash burns estimated 500 acres in Lincoln County]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A wildfire that sparked in the area of a deadly plane crash in Lincoln County near Capitan on Thursday has grown in size, the U.S. Forest Service confirmed. Initial reports after the plane crash indicated that the fire size was under five acres; however, the Seven Cabins Wildfire has burned 500 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seven-cabins-wildfire-linked-to-plane-crash-burns-estimated-500-acres-in-lincoln-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seven-cabins-wildfire-linked-to-plane-crash-burns-estimated-500-acres-in-lincoln-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven Cabins Wildfire linked to deadly plane crash in Lincoln County burns 35 acres]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A wildfire that sparked in the area of a deadly plane crash in Lincoln County near Capitan on Thursday has grown in size, the U.S. Forest Service confirmed. Initial reports after the plane crash indicated that the fire size was under five acres; however, the fire, now called the Seven Cabins [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seven-cabins-wildfire-linked-to-deadly-plane-crash-in-lincoln-county-burns-35-acres/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seven-cabins-wildfire-linked-to-deadly-plane-crash-in-lincoln-county-burns-35-acres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evacuations ordered for Seven Cabins Fire in Lincoln County]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A wildfire that sparked in the area of a deadly plane crash in Lincoln County near Capitan on Thursday has grown in size, the U.S. Forest Service confirmed. Initial reports after the plane crash indicated that the fire size was under five acres; however, the Seven Cabins Wildfire has burned 889 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evacuations-ordered-for-seven-cabins-fire-in-lincoln-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evacuations-ordered-for-seven-cabins-fire-in-lincoln-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell Police Department announces death of officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Roswell Police Department announced the death of Officer Daniel Irvin. They said that at around 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, officers were sent to an apartment complex where they found Irvin dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was 28 years old. Irvin had worked with the department for more than four [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-police-department-announces-death-of-officer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-police-department-announces-death-of-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Person injured in shooting in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Police are investigating a shooting that left one person injured in northeast Albuquerque. The shooting occurred around noon Thursday in the area of Vermont Street and Central Avenue NE. Albuquerque Police said a female shooting victim was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Officers are at the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/person-injured-in-shooting-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/person-injured-in-shooting-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thursday: Isolated storms with wildfire risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are nearing the end of the workweek, and temperatures are still forecasted to be hot. At the start of the afternoon temperatures have warmed up to the 70s, 80s, and 90s throughout the Land of Enchantment. Blue skies and clouds will be around for the rest of Thursday with isolated storms and wildfire risk. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thursday-isolated-storms-with-wildfire-risk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thursday-isolated-storms-with-wildfire-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico True tourism campaign boasts success with $2.3B in visitor spending]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Tourism Department said its flagship tourism marketing campaign&mdash;New Mexico True&mdash;delivered its highest return on investment since launching nearly 15 years ago. Strategic Marketing &amp; Research, Inc. analyzed the New Mexico True campaign data and found that it influenced nearly 1.2 million trips to the state in 2025, resulting in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-true-tourism-campaign-boasts-success-with-23b-in-visitor-spending/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-true-tourism-campaign-boasts-success-with-23b-in-visitor-spending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced for shooting windows on city buses]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man facing more than a dozen counts of criminal damage to property was sentenced to three years of supervised probation on Thursday. Police said Tom Jimenez used a pellet gun to shoot windows on city buses, causing $80,000 of damage. Albuquerque police said he fired pellets at 15 different buses [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-shooting-windows-on-city-buses/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-shooting-windows-on-city-buses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why US flags are flying at half-staff on Friday, and the proper way to lower yours]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a specific way flags are to be lowered to the half-staff position.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-us-flags-are-flying-at-half-staff-on-friday-and-the-proper-way-to-lower-yours/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-us-flags-are-flying-at-half-staff-on-friday-and-the-proper-way-to-lower-yours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giuliani returns to show after hospitalization: 'It is very nice to be back']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R) returned to hosting his eponymous show on Wednesday, after he was hospitalized earlier this month for viral pneumonia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/giuliani-returns-to-show-after-hospitalization-it-is-very-nice-to-be-back/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/giuliani-returns-to-show-after-hospitalization-it-is-very-nice-to-be-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When is Memorial Day? This year, as early as possible]]></title><description><![CDATA[Next year, it will be as late as possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/when-is-memorial-day-this-year-as-early-as-possible/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/when-is-memorial-day-this-year-as-early-as-possible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Spirit employees file lawsuit against airline, claiming they're still owed pay, benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[A class action lawsuit was filed by six former Spirit employees against the airline, claiming that it failed to give proper layoff notice after unexpectedly shutting down earlier this month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-spirit-employees-file-lawsuit-against-airline-claiming-theyre-still-owed-pay-benefits/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-spirit-employees-file-lawsuit-against-airline-claiming-theyre-still-owed-pay-benefits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' hitting the road for global tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Netflix is teaming up with AEG Presents to launch a KPop Demon Hunters global concert tour, the streamer announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/netflixs-kpop-demon-hunters-hitting-the-road-for-global-tour/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/netflixs-kpop-demon-hunters-hitting-the-road-for-global-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcyclist dies after crashing into wall in northwest Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department Fatal Crash Team is investigating after a motorcycle crashed into a wall in northwest Albuquerque Wednesday night. Officers learned a motorcycle rider was traveling north on 7 Bar Loop Road when they crossed both lanes of Westside Boulevard, hit a curb, went across the walking path, and struck [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcyclist-dies-after-crashing-into-wall-in-northwest-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcyclist-dies-after-crashing-into-wall-in-northwest-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DOJ lawsuit, Crash investigation update, Dry and windy, Labor and delivery services, School recognized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] NM Attorney General agrees to temporarily not enforce Immigrant Safety Act - The New Mexico Department of Justice has agreed to temporarily not enforce a state law that bans local governments from contracting with ICE. Last week, the U.S. Department of Justice&nbsp;threatened an injunction&nbsp;to stop the law from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-lawsuit-crash-investigation-update-dry-and-windy-labor-and-delivery-services-school-recognized/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-lawsuit-crash-investigation-update-dry-and-windy-labor-and-delivery-services-school-recognized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last cyclist standing in Durango roundabout sculpture carries special meaning for artist]]></title><description><![CDATA[DURANGO, Colo.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;For the past decade, a sculpture of five cyclists has stood in the heart of Durango, Colorado. Within months, all but one of the sculptures have been destroyed. 12,000 individual steel parts and 28,000 welds, make up these five 800-pound cyclist sculptures, that were installed on Florida Road near Chapman Hill in Durango [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/last-cyclist-standing-in-durango-roundabout-sculpture-carries-special-meaning-for-artist/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/last-cyclist-standing-in-durango-roundabout-sculpture-carries-special-meaning-for-artist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigate homicide near University of New Mexico campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The University of New Mexico sent an alert overnight reporting a homicide investigation near Central and Cornell. According to the alert, the suspect is outstanding in the area. People are advised to avoid the area while police investigate. No other details have been released. This is a developing story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-homicide-near-university-of-new-mexico-campus/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-homicide-near-university-of-new-mexico-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four killed in medical aircraft crash near Capitan; crews working to extinguish fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;Four people have died, and a fire ignited after a medical transport aircraft crashed in the Capitan Mountain area in Lincoln County on Thursday morning. County Manager Jason Burns announced that the King Air plane took off from Roswell for transport and was headed to the Sierra Blanca Regional Airport, south of Capitan, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-killed-in-medical-aircraft-crash-near-capitan-crews-working-to-extinguish-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-killed-in-medical-aircraft-crash-near-capitan-crews-working-to-extinguish-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four killed in medical aircraft crash near Capitan; crews work to extinguish wildfire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash;Four people have died, and a fire ignited after a medical transport aircraft crashed in the Capitan Mountain area in Lincoln County on Thursday morning. A King Air plane took off from Roswell for a medical transport mission and was headed to the Sierra Blanca Regional Airport when communication and radar contact were [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-killed-in-medical-aircraft-crash-near-capitan-crews-work-to-extinguish-wildfire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-killed-in-medical-aircraft-crash-near-capitan-crews-work-to-extinguish-wildfire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emergency crews responding to reports of fire, missing aircraft near Capitan]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Authorities in Lincoln County received reports of a fire and a missing aircraft near Capitan, New Mexico. Reports of the fire are coming from the Capitan Mountain area. Both emergency personnel and fire crews are responding. The plane that's been reported missing was on its way to the Sierra Blanca Regional Airport, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/emergency-crews-responding-to-reports-of-fire-missing-aircraft-near-capitan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/emergency-crews-responding-to-reports-of-fire-missing-aircraft-near-capitan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain moves east, still warm and breezy weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Skies are cloudier with most areas slightly milder than yesterday morning with some southwesterly winds as a high pressure system moves to the east. Air temperatures in the north are starting off in the high 30s to the 50s, except for parts of the Northeast Plains starting off in the 60s. Elsewhere [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-moves-east-still-warm-and-breezy-weather/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-moves-east-still-warm-and-breezy-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot weather continues across New Mexico into the weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hot weather will continue across New Mexico through the weekend, with breezy winds returning Thursday and again on Sunday. A few spotty sprinkles and thunderstorms developed Wednesday across the state. Most of the rain evaporated before reaching the ground, producing locally gusty winds and areas of blowing dust. It has also been another hot day, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-weather-continues-across-new-mexico-into-the-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-weather-continues-across-new-mexico-into-the-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Los Alamos families fear longer, riskier trips as local hospital ends labor and delivery services]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A northern New Mexico hospital announced that it will no longer provide labor and delivery services for expecting mothers, and with it being the only hospital in all of Los Alamos County, families are worried they'll have to travel long distances to have their babies. A major change is coming soon [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-alamos-families-fear-longer-riskier-trips-as-local-hospital-ends-labor-and-delivery-services/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-alamos-families-fear-longer-riskier-trips-as-local-hospital-ends-labor-and-delivery-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Attorney General agrees to temporarily not enforce Immigrant Safety Act]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Justice has agreed to temporarily not enforce a new state law that bans local governments from contracting with ICE. House Bill 9 is set to go into effect in one week. But in March, Otero County renewed its contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The county [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-attorney-general-agrees-to-temporarily-not-enforce-immigrant-safety-act/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-attorney-general-agrees-to-temporarily-not-enforce-immigrant-safety-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico elementary school partners with NASA and earns elite STEM certification]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Colinas Del Norte Elementary School celebrated on Wednesday after becoming the only public school in New Mexico to earn a prestigious STEM certification from the nonprofit Cognia, which accredits schools all over the world. "Cognia is an organization in education that is very well esteemed,&rdquo; said Principal Emily Key. &ldquo;They take [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-elementary-school-partners-with-nasa-and-earns-elite-stem-certification/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-elementary-school-partners-with-nasa-and-earns-elite-stem-certification/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kike Hernandez found a silver lining while coming back from elbow surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; He hasn't reached the 100% back to normal level yet. Los Angeles Dodgers star utility player Kike Hernandez is getting rehab work with the Oklahoma City Comets and is still working his way back from offseason elbow surgery. This season is the first in his career that he has missed spring training [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kike-hernandez-found-a-silver-lining-while-coming-back-from-elbow-surgery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 04:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kike-hernandez-found-a-silver-lining-while-coming-back-from-elbow-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State of New Mexico rests case in second trial against Meta]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico has rested its case in its second trial against the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. In this second phase of legal action against Meta, state attorneys are trying to prove the social media giant is a "public nuisance" for failing to protect children from online sex predators. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-of-new-mexico-rests-case-in-second-trial-against-meta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-of-new-mexico-rests-case-in-second-trial-against-meta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prosecutors look to keep man accused of fatal hit-and-run crash in Albuquerque behind bars]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Prosecutors are trying to keep the driver accused of hitting and killing a bicyclist in Albuquerque behind bars until trial. On Wednesday, Gilbert Nunez-Guzman faced a judge for the first time since his arrest. Albuquerque police said that Nunez-Guzman ran into a bicycle ridden by 47-year-old Robert Montoya on Monday at Carlisle [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prosecutors-look-to-keep-man-accused-of-fatal-hit-and-run-crash-in-albuquerque-behind-bars/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prosecutors-look-to-keep-man-accused-of-fatal-hit-and-run-crash-in-albuquerque-behind-bars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcycle rider killed in crash in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A motorcycle rider is dead after a crash in northeast Albuquerque. Police said that a Subaru tried to turn onto Menaul Blvd. at Richmond Road just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday, when it collided with the motorcycle. The rider died at the scene. The Subaru driver was not hurt. Police believe the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcycle-rider-killed-in-crash-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 03:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcycle-rider-killed-in-crash-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family speaks out after retired APD Lieutenant was killed in wrong-way crash east of Deming]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A retired Albuquerque Police Department Lieutenant is being remembered after police say he was killed in a crash by an intoxicated, wrong-way driver. Now, the family is trying to make sure that the suspect stays behind bars. KRQE News 13 spoke with the victim's daughter, who said that she's now fighting to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-speaks-out-after-retired-apd-lieutenant-was-killed-in-wrong-way-crash-east-of-deming/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 02:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-speaks-out-after-retired-apd-lieutenant-was-killed-in-wrong-way-crash-east-of-deming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot, windy weather raises fire danger in New Mexico Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hot weather will continue across New Mexico through the weekend, with breezy winds returning Thursday and again on Sunday. A few spotty sprinkles and thunderstorms developed Wednesday across the state. Most of the rain evaporated before reaching the ground, producing locally gusty winds and areas of blowing dust. It has also been another hot day, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-windy-weather-raises-fire-danger-in-new-mexico-thursday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-windy-weather-raises-fire-danger-in-new-mexico-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pueblos and tribe sue Kalshi, says their online sports betting is illegal on tribal land]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Tribal groups in New Mexico claim a popular online betting company is stepping on their toes and operating illegally on tribal lands. Now, they're asking the courts to step in. The lawsuit claims the platform Kalshi is violating tribal gaming laws. They argue the platform needs stricter controls and should be [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pueblos-and-tribe-sue-kalshi-says-their-online-sports-betting-is-illegal-on-tribal-land/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pueblos-and-tribe-sue-kalshi-says-their-online-sports-betting-is-illegal-on-tribal-land/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho Police turn over investigation into BCSO sergeant's death to Bernalillo County DA]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Rio Rancho Police Department released the findings on Monday of their investigation into the crash that killed Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Michael Schlattman, and charges may be on the way. In March, Sgt. Schlattman was conducting a traffic stop on I-40, just east of Albuquerque, when police say a semi [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-police-turn-over-investigation-into-bcso-sergeants-death-to-bernalillo-county-da/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-police-turn-over-investigation-into-bcso-sergeants-death-to-bernalillo-county-da/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandia Peak Tram celebrates Route 66 with car show series]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Sandia Peak Tramway is celebrating Route 66 all summer with the Route 66 edition of the "Street Cars and Cable Cars" series. The Sandia Tram will be hosting the car shows in the tram parking lot at the base of the tram. Once a month, the shows will happen from 9 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-peak-tram-celebrates-route-66-with-car-show-series/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-peak-tram-celebrates-route-66-with-car-show-series/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced to 21 years in prison for sexually assaulting child]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; An Albuquerque man learned how long he will be spending in prison for sexually abusing a young girl. Police say in December of last year, Mattheu Tracy-Thompson inappropriately touched a six-year old at a holiday party. At the time of his arrest, he was already facing charges, as court documents show he [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-to-21-years-in-prison-for-sexually-assaulting-child/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-to-21-years-in-prison-for-sexually-assaulting-child/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City announces plans for Safe Outdoor Space outside Gateway West in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque is acknowledging that not everyone living on the street will accept a bed at the shelter, so they're trying to expand the options. "All of this is a network," said Mayor Tim Keller. For years, city leaders have been working on growing Albuquerque's Gateway system to help men, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-announces-plans-for-safe-outdoor-space-outside-gateway-west-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-announces-plans-for-safe-outdoor-space-outside-gateway-west-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know ahead of Albuquerque Public Schools' 2026 graduation ceremonies]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Graduation is around the corner. This year, the majority of Albuquerque Public Schools' graduation ceremonies will be from May 18 to May 22. Here's what you need to know. Tingley Coliseum Only clear bags are allowed, according to APS.&nbsp;Other items not allowed at APS graduation ceremonies include: Flowers are permitted and available [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-to-know-ahead-of-albuquerque-public-schools-2026-graduation-ceremonies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-to-know-ahead-of-albuquerque-public-schools-2026-graduation-ceremonies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Cruces 'imposter nurse' indicted on 34 counts of misconduct, NMDOJ says]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A woman who authorities in New Mexico and Texas refer to as an "imposter nurse" has been indicted by a grand jury in Do&ntilde;a Ana County. Margarita Gonzalez&nbsp;has been charged with&nbsp;34&nbsp;counts of misconduct, including&nbsp;identity&nbsp;theft,&nbsp;nursing&nbsp;without a&nbsp;license,&nbsp;abuse of a&nbsp;resident,&nbsp;distribution of&nbsp;controlled&nbsp;substances to a&nbsp;minor,&nbsp;and&nbsp;fraud&nbsp;totaling over $25,000&nbsp;and m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-imposter-nurse-indicted-on-34-counts-of-misconduct-nmdoj-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-imposter-nurse-indicted-on-34-counts-of-misconduct-nmdoj-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat continues across New Mexico today with increasing moisture]]></title><description><![CDATA[The high pressure that brought record breaking heat to parts of New Mexico yesterday begins to weaken and move east today. Temperatures however, will only cool by a few degrees. Moisture will also begin moving back into New Mexico, bringing more cloud cover and a chance for a few spotty showers across mainly northern New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-across-new-mexico-today-with-increasing-moisture/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-across-new-mexico-today-with-increasing-moisture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crews respond to fire in northwest Albuquerque, no injuries reported]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Tuesday night around 10 p.m. Albuquerque Fire Rescue was sent to the scene of a commercial structure fire on 2nd St, between Menaul and Candelaria. Responding crews arrived and reported a working fire with heavy smoke and fire showing. AFR crews performed a search for occupants and brought the fire under control [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-in-northwest-albuquerque-no-injuries-reported/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-in-northwest-albuquerque-no-injuries-reported/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Animal Welfare providing spay, neuter surgeries to pitbulls]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department has opened reservations for low-cost spay/neuter surgeries for pit bulls and pit mixes. AWD is offering 100 surgeries for Albuquerque residents. Pit bulls and pit mixes must weigh at least three pounds, and pet owners may make reservations for no more than two dogs. A [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-animal-welfare-providing-spay-neuter-surgeries-to-pitbulls/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-animal-welfare-providing-spay-neuter-surgeries-to-pitbulls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump Mobile says T1 Phones will begin shipping this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A representative for the Trump Mobile customer service team]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-mobile-says-t1-phones-will-begin-shipping-this-week/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-mobile-says-t1-phones-will-begin-shipping-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[80s singer Bonnie Tyler in medically induced coma, remains 'seriously ill,' family says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer who landed two major hits in the 1980s, is "seriously ill but stable" after being hospitalized, her family said on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/80s-singer-bonnie-tyler-in-medically-induced-coma-remains-seriously-ill-family-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/80s-singer-bonnie-tyler-in-medically-induced-coma-remains-seriously-ill-family-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions overturned, appeal for new trial granted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to two life sentences in the death of his son and wife in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/alex-murdaughs-murder-convictions-overturned-appeal-for-new-trial-granted/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/alex-murdaughs-murder-convictions-overturned-appeal-for-new-trial-granted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump admin freezes some new Medicare enrollments in 'fraud-preventing' move]]></title><description><![CDATA[The moratorium will temporarily stop all new providers in these categories from signing up for reimbursement from Medicare, the federal insurance program for older adults across the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-admin-freezes-some-new-medicare-enrollments-in-fraud-preventing-move/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-admin-freezes-some-new-medicare-enrollments-in-fraud-preventing-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[17 graves vandalized at Florida cemetery known for ties to Black community]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a case of gravesite vandalism after numerous burial plots were vandalized.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/17-graves-vandalized-at-florida-cemetery-known-for-ties-to-black-community/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/17-graves-vandalized-at-florida-cemetery-known-for-ties-to-black-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xavier Becerra leads new California governor's race poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra (D) is leading a crowded field of candidates in California's gubernatorial race, according to a new Emerson College Polling survey released Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/xavier-becerra-leads-new-california-governors-race-poll/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/xavier-becerra-leads-new-california-governors-race-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singer D4vd appears in court, waives May hearing in teen murder case]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office has filed special&#8209;circumstance allegations, including murder of a witness and murder for financial gain, which could make Burke eligible for the death penalty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/singer-d4vd-appears-in-court-waives-may-hearing-in-teen-murder-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/singer-d4vd-appears-in-court-waives-may-hearing-in-teen-murder-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will this cruise ship be safe? Inside the hantavirus cleanup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The MV Hondius is heading to the Netherlands for cleaning and disinfection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/will-this-cruise-ship-be-safe-inside-the-hantavirus-cleanup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/will-this-cruise-ship-be-safe-inside-the-hantavirus-cleanup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump shared fake Sen. Kennedy quote about Obama]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump on Monday shared a quote falsely attributed to Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), in which he accused former President Barack Obama of earning $120 million from a health care scheme.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-shared-fake-sen-kennedy-quote-about-obama/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-shared-fake-sen-kennedy-quote-about-obama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump tariff challenger gets 6-figure refund after Supreme Court ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[The wine importer who helped defeat President Donald Trump&rsquo;s tariffs at the Supreme Court has received a six-figure refund, his lawyers said Wednesday, as companies start getting their money back.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-tariff-challenger-gets-6-figure-refund-after-supreme-court-ruling/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-tariff-challenger-gets-6-figure-refund-after-supreme-court-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Possible hantavirus case not linked to MV Hondius ship investigated in Illinois]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials say the risk to the public remains very low.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/possible-hantavirus-case-not-linked-to-mv-hondius-ship-investigated-in-illinois/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/possible-hantavirus-case-not-linked-to-mv-hondius-ship-investigated-in-illinois/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas Sen. John Cornyn introduces bill to create 'Interstate 47' in honor of Trump]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cornyn is in a tight race to keep his Senate seat, and Trump has yet to endorse a candidate in the runoff election.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-sen-john-cornyn-introduces-bill-to-create-interstate-47-in-honor-of-trump/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-sen-john-cornyn-introduces-bill-to-create-interstate-47-in-honor-of-trump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren't the only reason]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the next year or more, Americans could also see higher food prices due to spiking fertilizer costs, since around 30% of the world's fertilizer travels through the Strait of Hormuz.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grocery-prices-rose-in-april-but-gas-spikes-werent-the-only-reason/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grocery-prices-rose-in-april-but-gas-spikes-werent-the-only-reason/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County commissioners approve $2.4M South Valley land purchase]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved the acquisition of approximately 43 acres in the South Valley for agricultural land preservation and future park development. The county authorized a $2.4 million purchase agreement, along with closing costs not to exceed $20,000, for the property located at 301 Shirk Lane [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-commissioners-approve-24m-south-valley-land-purchase/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-commissioners-approve-24m-south-valley-land-purchase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman riding electric scooter dies in northeast Albuquerque crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a deadly crash involving a vehicle and an electric scooter that took place Tuesday night in northeast Albuquerque. At 9:50 p.m., officers responded to the crash, which took place in a parking lot at 4321 Montgomery Blvd. NE. APD said the preliminary investigation found that a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-riding-electric-scooter-dies-in-northeast-albuquerque-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-riding-electric-scooter-dies-in-northeast-albuquerque-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian hit by vehicle in northeast Albuquerque, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A pedestrian was taken to the hospital after police said they were hit by a vehicle on Lomas Boulevard, just west of Juan Tabo Boulevard, on Wednesday morning. The incident took place shortly after 5 a.m., and the male pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries, Albuquerque police said. APD&rsquo;s Fatal Traffic Unit is investigating [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-hit-by-vehicle-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-hit-by-vehicle-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian hit by vehicle and killed in northeast Albuquerque, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A pedestrian was killed after police said they were hit by a vehicle on Lomas Boulevard, just west of Juan Tabo Boulevard, on Wednesday morning. The incident took place shortly after 5 a.m., when police said a pedestrian was crossing Lomas from south to north. APD said the pedestrian was not utilizing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-hit-by-vehicle-and-killed-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-hit-by-vehicle-and-killed-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrain hit by vehicle in northeast Albuquerque, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A pedestrian was taken to the hospital after police said they were hit by a vehicle on Lomas Boulevard, just west of Juan Tabo Boulevard, on Wednesday morning. The incident took place shortly after 5 a.m., and the male pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries, Albuquerque police said. APD&rsquo;s Fatal Traffic Unit is investigating [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrain-hit-by-vehicle-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrain-hit-by-vehicle-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democrat candidates Q&amp;A, Hit and run video, Hot and gusty, Mount Cristo Rey, APS grief kits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] Democratic Candidates Q&amp;A: Sam Bregman, Deb Haaland - Democratic candidates aiming to be New Mexico's next governor sat down with KRQE News 13 to discuss key issues impacting the state. Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and current Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman are hoping to win [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrat-candidates-qampa-hit-and-run-video-hot-and-gusty-mount-cristo-rey-aps-grief-kits/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrat-candidates-qampa-hit-and-run-video-hot-and-gusty-mount-cristo-rey-aps-grief-kits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Higher rain chances, but still very warm and gusty]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Skies are mostly clear with most areas slightly milder than yesterday morning with some southwesterly winds as a high pressure system moves through to the east. Very weak cool-frontal winds from the east-northeast are temporarily present in the Northeast Plains. Air temperatures in the north are starting off in the upper 30s [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/higher-rain-chances-but-still-very-warm-and-gusty/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/higher-rain-chances-but-still-very-warm-and-gusty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evaporating rain and dry thunderstorms possible Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer-like heat will stick around New Mexico this week, with a few pop-up sprinkles and dry thunderstorms possible Wednesday and Thursday. High temperatures are within a few degrees of records across much of New Mexico, with a few locations breaking records this afternoon. The summer-like heat is being driven by an area of high pressure [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evaporating-rain-and-dry-thunderstorms-possible-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evaporating-rain-and-dry-thunderstorms-possible-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools receive 'grief kits' designed to help grieving students]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Public Schools are now more equipped to help students dealing with grief. School counselors have received grief kits throughout APS. Thanks to funding from the Rotary Club of Albuquerque, The Grief Center is able to provide these free kits to APS schools for all grade levels. The kits come with various [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-receive-grief-kits-designed-to-help-grieving-students/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-receive-grief-kits-designed-to-help-grieving-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several Santa Fe City Councilors aim to crackdown on reckless driving]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;In an effort to crack down on reckless driving, some Santa Fe city leaders are proposing a sharp increase to the fines that drivers face. Both the Santa Fe police and the city councilor behind the proposal hope the changes will get people to drive safer. It's an all too familiar sound, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/several-santa-fe-city-councilors-aim-to-crackdown-on-reckless-driving/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/several-santa-fe-city-councilors-aim-to-crackdown-on-reckless-driving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced for fatal 2025 stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man was sentenced on Tuesday after an altercation with his neighbor turned deadly. Last summer, police responded to reports of a fight in progress near Seventh Street and Bellamah Avenue. A witness told police that they saw Clay Sanchez and Andrew Mazetta fighting, during which Mazetta was stabbed with a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-fatal-2025-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-fatal-2025-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eric Olen likes his new deal and investment into UNM athletics]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; There were multiple factors that led Eric Olen to agree to a new five-year deal as head coach of the UNM Lobos men's basketball team, and that includes the job itself. "This place is amazing," said Olen. "I have one of the best jobs in college basketball. I'm excited to be here. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eric-olen-likes-his-new-deal-and-investment-into-unm-athletics/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eric-olen-likes-his-new-deal-and-investment-into-unm-athletics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico and Texas Tech scheduled to meet on the football field in 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Their last meeting was in 2012. The University of New Mexico and Texas Tech are getting together on a football field again. The Lobos will travel to Lubbock to meet the Red Raiders September 18, 2027. It will be the 46th overall meeting between the two schools. The Red Raiders have 36 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-and-texas-tech-scheduled-to-meet-on-the-football-field-in-2027/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-and-texas-tech-scheduled-to-meet-on-the-football-field-in-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abraham Perez to fight for WBA interim flyweight title]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Abraham Perez will return to the ring June 14. Perez is fighting WBA interim flyweight champion Jonathan Gonzalez for his belt in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The fight will be the main event. Perez is 14-0 in the ring with 7 knockouts. Gonzalez has a 29-4-1 record. The lefty from Puerto Rico also [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abraham-perez-to-fight-for-wba-interim-flyweight-title/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abraham-perez-to-fight-for-wba-interim-flyweight-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque hit-and-run bicyclist death sparks renewed calls for safer streets]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Dashcam video shows the deadly collision at a Carlisle intersection Monday morning, where a cyclist was hit and killed by a driver, who briefly stopped, then took off from the crash scene.&nbsp;The Albuquerque Police Department said that the driver is 26-year-old Gilbert Nunez-Guzman. Cycling advocates told KRQE News that the crash is a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-hit-and-run-bicyclist-death-sparks-renewed-calls-for-safer-streets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-hit-and-run-bicyclist-death-sparks-renewed-calls-for-safer-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic Primary: Sam Bregman talks crime, CYFD, ICE and more during KRQE Q&amp;A]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Two Democratic candiate's vyving for their party's nomination for the governor's race sat down with KRQE News 13 to discuss their plans for the state ahead of the Democratic primary in June. Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland spoke with KRQE Anchor Jessica Garate while Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman spoke with [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-sam-bregman-talks-crime-cyfd-ice-and-more-during-krqe-qampa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 04:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-sam-bregman-talks-crime-cyfd-ice-and-more-during-krqe-qampa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic Primary: Deb Haaland talks economy, crime and more during KRQE Q&amp;A]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; In the New Mexico Governor's race, two Democrats are vying for their party's nomination ahead of the June 2 primary. On Tuesday, May 12, KRQE held a live Q&amp;A, with Former Congresswoman and US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman. The candidates agreed to a Q&amp;A format [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-deb-haaland-talks-economy-crime-and-more-during-krqe-qampa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 03:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-deb-haaland-talks-economy-crime-and-more-during-krqe-qampa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic Primary: Deb Haaland talks economy, crime and more at KRQE Q&amp;A]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; In the New Mexico Governor's race, two Democrats are vying for their party's nomination ahead of the June 2 primary. On Tuesday, May 12, KRQE held a live Q&amp;A, with Former Congresswoman and US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman. The candidates agreed to a Q&amp;A format [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-deb-haaland-talks-economy-crime-and-more-at-krqe-qampa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 03:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-deb-haaland-talks-economy-crime-and-more-at-krqe-qampa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upgrades coming to Cuidando Los Niños childcare center]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Cuidando Los Ni&ntilde;os child care center will soon be getting some much-needed upgrades. On Tuesday, the City of Albuquerque hosted a groundbreaking for the upcoming John Marshall Renovation project. "We landed on starting with the kitchen, is phase one, with a large room that's like a cafeteria that we can use [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/upgrades-coming-to-cuidando-los-nios-childcare-center/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 02:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/upgrades-coming-to-cuidando-los-nios-childcare-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More victims come forward after KRQE investigation into classic car shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; When KRQE Investigates shared the nightmare classic car owners were experiencing at an Albuquerque shop, even more people came forward saying the man customers call 'Fast Eddie' took them for a ride too. So what can be done to hold him accountable? KRQE Investigative Reporter Gabrielle Burkhart took their questions to prosecutors [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-victims-come-forward-after-krqe-investigation-into-classic-car-shop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-victims-come-forward-after-krqe-investigation-into-classic-car-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe Public Schools launches new trading cards to teach kids about digital wellness]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;They're not Pok&eacute;mon or Yu-Gi-Oh!, but it's Santa Fe Public Schools spin on the trading card trend, trying to capture kids attention with new kinds of educational cards. It's the district's Digital Wellness Trading Card Initiative, a campaign teaching students to balance tech and healthy habits through tips on these unique cards. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-public-schools-launches-new-trading-cards-to-teach-kids-about-digital-wellness/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-public-schools-launches-new-trading-cards-to-teach-kids-about-digital-wellness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat continues with spotty rain chances Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer-like heat will stick around New Mexico this week, with a few pop-up sprinkles and dry thunderstorms possible Wednesday and Thursday. High temperatures are within a few degrees of records across much of New Mexico, with a few locations breaking records this afternoon. The summer-like heat is being driven by an area of high pressure [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-with-spotty-rain-chances-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 01:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-with-spotty-rain-chances-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[85-year-old bridge in Española reopens following year of major infrastructure upgrades]]></title><description><![CDATA[A year after the state closed a Northern New Mexico town's bridge&hellip; over erosion washing away its main supports, celebration on Tuesday with repair work finally bringing a historic bridge back into use.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/85-year-old-bridge-in-espaola-reopens-following-year-of-major-infrastructure-upgrades/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/85-year-old-bridge-in-espaola-reopens-following-year-of-major-infrastructure-upgrades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Vegas begins some water restrictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Las Vegas is beginning phase 1 water restrictions, saying their plan is to be precautionary after lower-than-average winter snowpack. They said there is not an immediate concern about water service. The city said the following restrictions will apply:Irrigation. Irrigation shall be permitted on the following days and addresses: The restrictions [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-vegas-begins-some-water-restrictions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-vegas-begins-some-water-restrictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Police release video from deadly officer-involved shooting in Roswell]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Body camera and dash camera video released by New Mexico State Police shows what led up to a deadly officer-involved shooting in Roswell earlier this year. On March 18, around 8:42 p.m., officers attempted a traffic stop near West Berrendo Road and Main Street; however, the driver, 64-year-old William Roberts, fled from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-release-video-from-deadly-officer-involved-shooting-in-roswell/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-release-video-from-deadly-officer-involved-shooting-in-roswell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who shot New Mexico State Police officer sentenced to 22 years behind bars]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; He shot a New Mexico State Police officer in the East Mountains, but on Tuesday, he apologized while begging a judge for mercy as he faced years of added prison time. The NMSP officer who was shot in the neck confronted his shooter in the courtroom on Tuesday. While convicted felon [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-shot-new-mexico-state-police-officer-sentenced-to-22-years-behind-bars/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-shot-new-mexico-state-police-officer-sentenced-to-22-years-behind-bars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teaching a passion for basketball with Coach Amy Eagan; Van Tate's Sports Office]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This week, Lobo Women's Basketball coach Amy Eagan joins KRQE Sports Director Van Tate to talk all about the elements that go into building a team as a first-year coach. The decorated coach talks about the types of coaching and teaching methods she plans to use with the athletes, what she's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teaching-a-passion-for-basketball-with-coach-amy-eagan-van-tates-sports-office/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teaching-a-passion-for-basketball-with-coach-amy-eagan-van-tates-sports-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Federal government seeks to condemn Mount Cristo Rey for border security]]></title><description><![CDATA[EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The federal government has filed a civil action against the Catholic Diocese of Las Cruces and the treasurer of Do&ntilde;a Ana County, seeking possession of Mount Cristo Rey for border enforcement activities. The suit, an eminent domain action, seeks possession of roughly 14.2 acres of land that consists of Mount [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/federal-government-seeks-to-condemn-mount-cristo-rey-for-border-security/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 22:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/federal-government-seeks-to-condemn-mount-cristo-rey-for-border-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ship operator, technician charged in Baltimore Key Bridge collapse that left 6 dead ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federal prosecutors have filed the first criminal charges against the operator of the container ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore over two years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ship-operator-technician-charged-in-baltimore-key-bridge-collapse-that-left-6-dead/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ship-operator-technician-charged-in-baltimore-key-bridge-collapse-that-left-6-dead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Memphis Grizzlies' Brandon Clarke dead at 29]]></title><description><![CDATA["Our thoughts and sympathies are with Brandon&rsquo;s family, friends and the Grizzlies organization," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/memphis-grizzlies-brandon-clarke-dead-at-29/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 21:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/memphis-grizzlies-brandon-clarke-dead-at-29/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summerlike heat continues through the rest of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[High pressure has moved over New Mexico today, making it the hottest day of the week. Highs will climb into the 80s and 90s for most areas, with several spots coming within a few degrees of tying or breaking daily record highs. The high begins to weaken and move east Wednesday, but temperatures will only [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summerlike-heat-continues-through-the-rest-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summerlike-heat-continues-through-the-rest-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marty Makary to resign as FDA commissioner after just one year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Food and Drug Administration&nbsp;(FDA)&nbsp;Commissioner&nbsp;Marty Makary will announce his resignation on Tuesday, amid mounting reports of&nbsp;President Trump's&nbsp;growing dissatisfaction with the physician&rsquo;s tenure.&nbsp; Politico Pro was first to report on Tuesday that Makary is resigning from his role, set to be replaced by Kyle Diamantas, who will serve as acting director. A source familiar with the development [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/marty-makary-to-resign-as-fda-commissioner-after-just-one-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/marty-makary-to-resign-as-fda-commissioner-after-just-one-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque woman sentenced for killing estranged husband]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque woman who killed her estranged husband was sentenced to 15 years in prison Tuesday. Erica Valdez previously pleaded guilty to second degree murder. Investigators said Valdez and her boyfriend shot and killed Joel Valdez. Police said Joel confronted Erica and her boyfriend, James Sena, at a hotel on the Fourth [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-woman-sentenced-for-killing-estranged-husband/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-woman-sentenced-for-killing-estranged-husband/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida officers sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, claiming details in 'The Rip' make them look bad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two South Florida police officers claim&nbsp;Ben Affleck&nbsp;and&nbsp;Matt Damon's&nbsp;recent action thriller&nbsp;&ldquo;The Rip&rdquo;&nbsp;used too many real-life details in its fictionalized narrative, causing harm to the officers' personal and professional reputations]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/florida-officers-sue-ben-affleck-and-matt-damon-claiming-details-in-the-rip-make-them-look-bad/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/florida-officers-sue-ben-affleck-and-matt-damon-claiming-details-in-the-rip-make-them-look-bad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HGTV brings back show after reportedly canceling it]]></title><description><![CDATA[The teams will have seven weeks to renovate dated homes while &ldquo;armed with $100,000.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hgtv-brings-back-show-after-reportedly-canceling-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hgtv-brings-back-show-after-reportedly-canceling-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus and COVID: How are they different?]]></title><description><![CDATA[COVID-19 is more contagious and more easily transmissible than hantavirus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-and-covid-how-are-they-different/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-and-covid-how-are-they-different/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump getting another medical checkup at end of May, White House says]]></title><description><![CDATA[It will be his fourth&nbsp;publicized visit to medical experts&nbsp;since returning to office.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-getting-another-medical-checkup-at-end-of-may-white-house-says/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-getting-another-medical-checkup-at-end-of-may-white-house-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why some iPhone text chats may have a new alert on them]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new feature, which is meant to increase security and privacy, isn't available to all iPhone users.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-some-iphone-text-chats-may-have-a-new-alert-on-them/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-some-iphone-text-chats-may-have-a-new-alert-on-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotify just released your all-time listening stats, top songs: Here's how to view it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Remember your first day on Spotify? Spotify does &mdash; plus all the songs and artists you've ever listened to.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotify-just-released-your-all-time-listening-stats-top-songs-heres-how-to-view-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotify-just-released-your-all-time-listening-stats-top-songs-heres-how-to-view-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DIA will review perimeter security program after person hit, killed by Frontier plane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Denver International Airport officials said they will be performing an incident analysis after a person scaled the perimeter fence at the airport on Friday night before being hit and killed by a plane operated by Frontier Airlines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dia-will-review-perimeter-security-program-after-person-hit-killed-by-frontier-plane/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dia-will-review-perimeter-security-program-after-person-hit-killed-by-frontier-plane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump's approval on economy hits new low; 7 in 10 expect recession next year: Poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trump's latest approval rating lines up with other recent polling that also suggest that his administration's fiscal policies are growing increasingly unpopular.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trumps-approval-on-economy-hits-new-low-7-in-10-expect-recession-next-year-poll/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trumps-approval-on-economy-hits-new-low-7-in-10-expect-recession-next-year-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man hit, killed by Frontier plane at Denver airport identified by medical examiner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Denver Medical Examiner has identified the person hit and killed by a Frontier Airlines flight late Friday night at Denver International Airport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-hit-killed-by-frontier-plane-at-denver-airport-identified-by-medical-examiner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-hit-killed-by-frontier-plane-at-denver-airport-identified-by-medical-examiner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LEGO announces 8,278-piece 'Lord of the Rings' set]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of LEGO's biggest sets ever is also one of its most expensive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lego-announces-8278-piece-lord-of-the-rings-set/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lego-announces-8278-piece-lord-of-the-rings-set/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isotopes homestand features theme nights, special food items, fireworks and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Isotopes are back in town for their upcoming homestand against the Oklahoma City Comets. The homestand includes Asian American Pacific Islander Night, fireworks,&nbsp;Green Chile Cheeseburgers Night and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isotopes-homestand-features-theme-nights-special-food-items-fireworks-and-more/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isotopes-homestand-features-theme-nights-special-food-items-fireworks-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Person taken to hospital following shooting in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Police are investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital on Tuesday. Officers responded to Cochiti Road and Indiana Street SE around 3:30 a.m. regarding a Shotspotter activation and possible shooting. A person with gunshot wounds was found and taken to the hospital in stable condition. APD&rsquo;s Gun Violence Reduction [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/person-taken-to-hospital-following-shooting-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/person-taken-to-hospital-following-shooting-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former teacher found guilty, Albuquerque food truck park, Warm weather, Emergency plane landing, Route 66 sign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] Jury convicts former Albuquerque teacher of rape - A jury found former Albuquerque middle school teacher, Patrick Corr, guilty of raping a teen. Prosecutors said it happened in 2023 when the victim who was 16 years old contacted Corr to get alcohol for herself and her 15-year-old cousin. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-teacher-found-guilty-albuquerque-food-truck-park-warm-weather-emergency-plane-landing-route-66-sign/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-teacher-found-guilty-albuquerque-food-truck-park-warm-weather-emergency-plane-landing-route-66-sign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic Primary Showdown: Haaland vs. Bregman]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The June primary election is ramping up in New Mexico. Two Democrats and three Republicans are vying for their party's nomination to earn a spot on the November ballot. In this special primary election episode, Democratic candidates Deb Haaland and Sam Bregman sit down for extended conversations about the issues shaping the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-showdown-haaland-vs-bregman/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-primary-showdown-haaland-vs-bregman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat possible &amp; mostly dry around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Skies are mostly clear with some areas a bit milder this morning with some southwesterly winds as a high pressure system moves in. Air temperatures in the north are starting off in the 30s to the 50s, except for parts of the Northeast Highlands starting off in the high 50s. Elsewhere to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-possible-amp-mostly-dry-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-possible-amp-mostly-dry-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summerlike heat settles into New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures will heat up across New Mexico through Tuesday, with near-record highs possible in parts of the state. Highs cool slightly starting Wednesday, with a few spotty showers possible later this week. High pressure is building toward New Mexico to start the week, bringing hotter temperatures statewide. The center of that high will move over [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summerlike-heat-settles-into-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 06:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/summerlike-heat-settles-into-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque food trucks in limbo after sudden sale of food park]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A handful of food trucks were caught off guard after a park they normally use was suddenly sold, but with summer around the corner, the food truck operators are scrambling. Next month marks one year in business for Ramon Sanchez and 143 Snacks, but instead of celebrating they are looking for a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-food-trucks-in-limbo-after-sudden-sale-of-food-park/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-food-trucks-in-limbo-after-sudden-sale-of-food-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angelo Leo worked hard for fight that didn't happen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; He wanted to be at his best. IBF featherweight champion Angelo Leo was ready to deliver a good performance against his old sparring partner and mandatory opponent Ra'esse Aleem last Saturday, but the fight never made it to the ring due to Aleem not making weight. "Disappointed, a little bit upset. I [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/angelo-leo-worked-hard-for-fight-that-didnt-happen/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/angelo-leo-worked-hard-for-fight-that-didnt-happen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southwest Airlines flight out of Albuquerque makes emergency landing after windshield cracks]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Southwest Airlines flight out of Albuquerque had to make an emergency landing Monday afternoon after a passenger said that a window exploded. George Gonzales sent a photo showing the shattered cockpit window. Gonzales said that over the intercom, the pilots announced that something had happened and they needed to make an [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southwest-airlines-flight-out-of-albuquerque-makes-emergency-landing-after-windshield-cracks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southwest-airlines-flight-out-of-albuquerque-makes-emergency-landing-after-windshield-cracks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM and Eric Olen agree on a new deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The University of New Mexico and men's basketball coach Eric Olen have agreed on a new deal that will keep the coach in Lobos cherry and silver from 2026 to 2031. The new contract adds a year to Olen's original deal. His base compensation will increase in years three, four, and five [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-and-eric-olen-agree-on-a-new-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 04:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-and-eric-olen-agree-on-a-new-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belen woman accused of killing man with RV]]></title><description><![CDATA[VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Belen woman accused of killing a man with an RV is behind bars. Valencia County deputies said that they found Gerald Marquez Jr. dead Saturday night near Square Deal Road and Cielo Vista Road. Investigators believe a vehicle had struck Marquez, and they say an RV was seen in that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/belen-woman-accused-of-killing-man-with-rv/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 04:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/belen-woman-accused-of-killing-man-with-rv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Route 66: Albuquerque prepares to unveil new neon sign on east Central Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Central Avenue hasn't seen anything like it in decades. A giant new sign, set to welcome visitors into Albuquerque in time for the route 66 Centennial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/route-66-albuquerque-prepares-to-unveil-new-neon-sign-on-east-central-avenue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 02:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/route-66-albuquerque-prepares-to-unveil-new-neon-sign-on-east-central-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City and county partner to begin construction on roundabout at busy Santa Fe intersection]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A highly used intersection in Santa Fe at Agua Fria and Henry Lynch is about to get a remodel after seeing a high volume of crashes and an increase in population. According to the project engineer, 5,970 cars pass through the Agua Fria Henry Lynch intersection every day, and project leaders [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-and-county-partner-to-begin-construction-on-roundabout-at-busy-santa-fe-intersection/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 02:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-and-county-partner-to-begin-construction-on-roundabout-at-busy-santa-fe-intersection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Near-record heat returns to New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures will heat up across New Mexico through Tuesday, with near-record highs possible in parts of the state. Highs cool slightly starting Wednesday, with a few spotty showers possible later this week. High pressure is building toward New Mexico to start the week, bringing hotter temperatures statewide. The center of that high will move over [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-heat-returns-to-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-heat-returns-to-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United hosting 'Copa de la Plaza' futsal tournament during World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico United is hosting a brand new public event during the World Cup this summer. The Copa de la Plaza is a one-of-a-kind futsal tournament that will take place in Civic Plaza in Albuquerque. The tournament features 24 teams competing for a $1,500 first place prize. Second place will receive $1,000, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-hosting-copa-de-la-plaza-futsal-tournament-during-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-hosting-copa-de-la-plaza-futsal-tournament-during-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman faces up to 15 years in prison for her connection to 3-year-old child's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A woman that was charged in connection to the death of a three-year-old pled guilty to her crimes in court on Monday. Back in 2024, Albuquerque police say Kerri Santos brought her three-year-old into UNMH after she claimed the toddler fell in the bathroom. Medical professionals determined the toddler was already dead [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-faces-up-to-15-years-in-prison-for-her-connection-to-3-year-old-childs-death/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-faces-up-to-15-years-in-prison-for-her-connection-to-3-year-old-childs-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools adopting "Culture of Care" initiative to address student conflicts]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It's a new approach for the largest school district in the state, over how they deal with problems in the classroom. That method, Albuquerque Public Schools hopes, empowers students to deal with conflicts, instead of relying only on adults. "The way we were trained in the past is you either got a negative [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-adopting-culture-of-care-initiative-to-address-student-conflicts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-adopting-culture-of-care-initiative-to-address-student-conflicts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Supreme Court weighs in on dispute over customer fees during winter storm]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The New Mexico Supreme Court is allowing more than $5 million in fees to be passed along to customers of El Paso Electric. A winter storm in 2021 caused the utility company to purchase nuclear power in an effort to keep the grid going after running out of its natural gas supply. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-weighs-in-on-dispute-over-customer-fees-during-winter-storm/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-weighs-in-on-dispute-over-customer-fees-during-winter-storm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who drove drunk in Albuquerque sentenced to probation after firing shots, causing severe crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A drunk driver who also started shooting, causing a bad crash, will not be facing any prison time. According to police, in 2020, Gerald Chavez, who was in a red pickup truck, and another person started shooting at each other. Police said that as they were shooting at each other, Chavez ran [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-drove-drunk-in-albuquerque-sentenced-to-probation-after-firing-shots-causing-severe-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-drove-drunk-in-albuquerque-sentenced-to-probation-after-firing-shots-causing-severe-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced to 46 years in prison for 2025 Albuquerque double murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A teen was sentenced on Monday morning, after he admitted to shooting and killing a young couple during an attempted drug deal. Investigators said that in 2025, 19-year-old Nathaniel Laws met with two people near Juan Tabo Blvd. and Candelaria Road to do a gun and drug deal. Kylie Silva was 19, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-to-46-years-in-prison-for-2025-albuquerque-double-murder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-to-46-years-in-prison-for-2025-albuquerque-double-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ Ride expanding micro transit service zone to South Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; To make taking the bus easier, ABQ Ride is expanding the use of electric vans that transport customers to local bus stops. The ABQ Ride Connect program initially started in 2024, transporting people in the far westside and the Bosque area near Monta&ntilde;o and I-25. Riders can use the city's app to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-expanding-micro-transit-service-zone-to-south-valley/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-expanding-micro-transit-service-zone-to-south-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver crashes into NMSP vehicle performing traffic control in Lincoln County]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A driver has been charged with careless driving after crashing into a New Mexico State Police vehicle that was responding to a seprate rollover crash involving a tanker truck State Police said multiple agencies including NMSP responded overnight Saturday to US 285 near milepost 179, north of Roswell and Ramon, after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/driver-crashes-into-nmsp-vehicle-performing-traffic-control-in-lincoln-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/driver-crashes-into-nmsp-vehicle-performing-traffic-control-in-lincoln-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four New Mexico companies nominated for 'Best Hot Air Balloon Ride' by USA Today]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Four companies in New Mexico have been nominated for USA Today's "Best Hot Air Balloon Ride" list for 2026. Voting is open now through June 1. Here's a look at the New Mexico nominees: A total of 20 companies were nominated overall. Multiple companies in neighboring states were also nominated. Those include [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-new-mexico-companies-nominated-for-best-hot-air-balloon-ride-by-usa-today/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-new-mexico-companies-nominated-for-best-hot-air-balloon-ride-by-usa-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico mother, daughter graduate together on Mother's Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Grace and Leiann Herrera of Las Vegas initially embarked on separate education journeys years apart; however, time aligned just right this past weekend when the mother-daughter duo both graduated from New Mexico Highlands University and walked across the stage during Mother's Day weekend. "To be able to walk together, you know, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-mother-daughter-graduate-together-on-mothers-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-mother-daughter-graduate-together-on-mothers-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feature film 'Barracuda' wraps filming in Las Cruces]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The feature-length action thriller "Barracuda" wrapped filming in Las Cruces recently. The film employed over 700 New Mexicans as crew, cast, and background talent. Starring Anthony Mackie, directed by Neil Burger, and produced by Robert Zemeckis, Kia Jam, Todd Lundbohm, and Arianne Fraser, "Barracuda" was filmed in and around Las Cruces for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/feature-film-barracuda-wraps-filming-in-las-cruces/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/feature-film-barracuda-wraps-filming-in-las-cruces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury convicts former Albuquerque teacher of rape]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A jury has convicted a former Albuquerque teacher of raping a teen. Monday, Corr was found guilty on two counts of child abuse, one count of criminal sexual penetration, and one count of selling or giving alcoholic beverages to a minor. Closing arguments were held on Friday. The jury began deliberating Friday [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-convicts-former-albuquerque-teacher-of-rape/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 20:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-convicts-former-albuquerque-teacher-of-rape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unseasonable heat moves into New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[High pressure has started to build across the desert southwest today. This is bringing a warming trend to the state starting today. Temperatures will be 10&deg;-15&deg;above average this afternoon. The area of high pressure will continue to strengthen heading into Tuesday. Bringing near record heat across parts of New Mexico. Some locations in southeastern New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unseasonable-heat-moves-into-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unseasonable-heat-moves-into-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kids of all ages need regular recess for physical and mental health, pediatricians group finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the mid-2000s, up to 40% of school districts nationally have reduced or eliminated recess.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kids-of-all-ages-need-regular-recess-for-physical-and-mental-health-pediatricians-group-finds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kids-of-all-ages-need-regular-recess-for-physical-and-mental-health-pediatricians-group-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much would suspending the federal gas tax save drivers?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trump has voiced support for a pause on the federal gas tax. But how much is it, and what is it usually used for?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-would-suspending-the-federal-gas-tax-save-drivers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-would-suspending-the-federal-gas-tax-save-drivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 things to know about the quarantined Americans from the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the patients had mild symptoms, while another tested positive. Officials said the test results were inconclusive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-things-to-know-about-the-quarantined-americans-from-the-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-things-to-know-about-the-quarantined-americans-from-the-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump: Federal gas tax pause ‘a great idea’]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump confirmed reports he aims to pause the federal gas tax as prices remain elevated during the war with Iran.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-federal-gas-tax-pause-a-great-idea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-federal-gas-tax-pause-a-great-idea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creative businesses in New Mexico receive nearly $245,000 in state grant money]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A total of almost $245,000 is being awarded to 10 creative businesses in the Land of Enchantment. The state grant money is aiming to help those businesses "improve operations, expand their reach and build long-term stability," according to the New Mexico Creative Industries Division. &ldquo;New Mexico&rsquo;s creative economy fuels innovation, strengthens [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/creative-businesses-in-new-mexico-receive-nearly-245000-in-state-grant-money/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/creative-businesses-in-new-mexico-receive-nearly-245000-in-state-grant-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigate hit-and-run involving vehicle, bicyclist in NE Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that involved a vehicle and a bicycle. Albuquerque Police said the vehicle struck a bicyclist around 7:40 a.m. in the area of Carlisle Boulevard and Claremont Avenue NE. The bicyclist, an adult man, was critically injured and taken to a hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-hit-and-run-involving-vehicle-bicyclist-in-ne-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-hit-and-run-involving-vehicle-bicyclist-in-ne-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigate fatal hit-and-run involving vehicle, bicyclist in NE Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that involved a vehicle and a bicycle. Albuquerque Police said the vehicle struck a bicyclist around 7:40 a.m. in the area of Carlisle Boulevard and Claremont Avenue NE, and then fled. Gilbert Nunez-Guzman, 26, was arrested and charged with leaving the scene of an accident and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-fatal-hit-and-run-involving-vehicle-bicyclist-in-ne-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-fatal-hit-and-run-involving-vehicle-bicyclist-in-ne-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KRQE holds KRQE Cares Phone Bank May 14]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday, May 14, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. we will be hosting a phone bank to raise money to put new shoes on kids in Title 1 schools. If you are not able to give during the phone bank, you can go to krqe.cares.com and donate online anytime. Your generous donations has put over [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-holds-krqe-cares-phone-bank-may-14/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-holds-krqe-cares-phone-bank-may-14/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Wordle' to become TV game show, with Savannah Guthrie as host]]></title><description><![CDATA[The popular word game from The New York Times is expected to air in primetime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wordle-to-become-tv-game-show-with-savannah-guthrie-as-host/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wordle-to-become-tv-game-show-with-savannah-guthrie-as-host/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEO pay soared in 2025, study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The analysis examined compensation at 1,500 companies across 33 countries and found the average CEO earned about $8.4 million last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ceo-pay-soared-in-2025-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ceo-pay-soared-in-2025-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man convicted of drug trafficking charge following multi-city pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man has been convicted of a drug charge after law enforcement said he threw fentanyl pills out of a moving car while fleeing from officers in the Portales area. Tevin King, 33, had an active federal arrest warrant in August 2024 related to a supervised release violation, the U.S. Attorney's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-convicted-of-drug-trafficking-charge-following-multi-city-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-convicted-of-drug-trafficking-charge-following-multi-city-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AAA: Memorial Day travel could set record in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many, Memorial Day serves as the kickoff to the summer season, leading to millions throughout the United States traveling for weekend getaways.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aaa-memorial-day-travel-could-set-record-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aaa-memorial-day-travel-could-set-record-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three displaced by fire at northwest Albuquerque apartment complex]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Three people were displaced after a fire broke out at an apartment complex in northwest Albuquerque Sunday evening. Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to the West Park Apartments, located at 9251 Eagle Ranch Road NW, around 5:40 p.m. for reports of a possible structure fire. Firefighters arrived and found that a three-story apartment [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-displaced-by-fire-at-northwest-albuquerque-apartment-complex/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-displaced-by-fire-at-northwest-albuquerque-apartment-complex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Police officer shoots at a fleeing van full of children; NM Crime Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It was a story that made national headlines about a traffic stop gone awry in 2013. A mother, Oriana Farrell, is driving with her five children through the back roads south of Taos going 71 on a 55 MPH highway road when she's pulled over for speeding. During the initial exchange [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-officer-shoots-at-a-fleeing-van-full-of-children-nm-crime-files/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-police-officer-shoots-at-a-fleeing-van-full-of-children-nm-crime-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popejoy Hall impact on New Mexico, Sing Me a Story, Warm, Planned Parenthood in Santa Fe reopens, Rhythm and Roots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] Millions of dollars brought to state thanks to Broadway shows at Popejoy Hall - A recent study by the National Trade Association for the Broadway Theater Industry is showing the economic impact Popejoy Hall has had on New Mexico. According to the study, $47 million has been brought [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/popejoy-hall-impact-on-new-mexico-sing-me-a-story-warm-planned-parenthood-in-santa-fe-reopens-rhythm-and-roots/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/popejoy-hall-impact-on-new-mexico-sing-me-a-story-warm-planned-parenthood-in-santa-fe-reopens-rhythm-and-roots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunny and warm weather expected Monday across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Skies are mostly clear with some areas a bit cooler Monday morning. There are some easterly winds after Sunday's weak system moved through, sending a weak backdoor front through eastern to central areas. Air temperatures in the north are mostly starting off in the 30s to the low 50s. Elsewhere to the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sunny-and-warm-weather-expected-monday-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sunny-and-warm-weather-expected-monday-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[American tests positive for hantavirus while another has symptoms after evacuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A French woman and two Americans tested positive or showed symptoms of hantavirus Monday as nations around the world scrambled to repatriate passengers from a cruise ship hit by an outbreak and quarantine or isolate them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/american-tests-positive-for-hantavirus-while-another-has-symptoms-after-evacuation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/american-tests-positive-for-hantavirus-while-another-has-symptoms-after-evacuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 cruise passengers test positive or have symptoms of hantavirus after evacuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A French woman and two Americans tested positive or showed symptoms of hantavirus Monday as nations around the world scrambled to repatriate passengers from a cruise ship hit by an outbreak and quarantine or isolate them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-cruise-passengers-test-positive-or-have-symptoms-of-hantavirus-after-evacuation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-cruise-passengers-test-positive-or-have-symptoms-of-hantavirus-after-evacuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Americans' job market optimism falls as older adults stay upbeat: Poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[The findings reveal a generational rift in Americans' views of economic opportunity, with young people feeling increasingly downtrodden about job prospects, while older people still largely think it's a good time to find work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/young-americans-job-market-optimism-falls-as-older-adults-stay-upbeat-poll/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/young-americans-job-market-optimism-falls-as-older-adults-stay-upbeat-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healthcare cuts threaten Sullivan’s reelection chances in Alaska]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alaskans have been hit hard by the healthcare cuts in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and lapsed Obamacare subsidies, presenting a prime target for Democrats seeking to oust Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan from office.&nbsp; A Democratic ad campaign released late last month accused Sullivan of voting to raise health insurance premiums in Alaska by [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/healthcare-cuts-threaten-sullivans-reelection-chances-in-alaska/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/healthcare-cuts-threaten-sullivans-reelection-chances-in-alaska/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions of dollars brought to state thanks to Broadway shows at Popejoy Hall]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A new study suggests that Popejoy's Broadway performances have generated millions of dollars for New Mexico, and this impact is expected to grow. These sights and sounds of Broadway draw in millions to New York City, and the excitement is also attracting crowds much closer to home. Fabianna Borghese, the director [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-of-dollars-brought-to-state-thanks-to-broadway-shows-at-popejoy-hall/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-of-dollars-brought-to-state-thanks-to-broadway-shows-at-popejoy-hall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter temperatures move into New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A backdoor cold front moved south across eastern New Mexico early this morning. This dropped high temperatures by 10&deg; to a little over 25&deg; across the eastern half of the state today. A few isolated showers and thunderstorms have also developed this afternoon along and east of the central mountain chain. High pressure builds over [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-move-into-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-move-into-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sing Me A Story: 9 year-old heart transplant recipient's story turned into song]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 9-year-old boy's story about receiving a life-saving heart transplant and waking up a hero is being brought to life by a full symphony orchestra in Albuquerque.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sing-me-a-story-9-year-old-heart-transplant-recipients-story-turned-into-song/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sing-me-a-story-9-year-old-heart-transplant-recipients-story-turned-into-song/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MRGCD efforts clean up Los Lunas Bosque]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS LUNAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Before and after photos show the impact of a recent Bosque cleanup in Los Lunas completed by the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District (MRGCD) contractors. It is responsible for flood protection, groundwater management, and delivering irrigation water throughout the valley. That work also includes protecting the environment and keeping the Bosque [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mrgcd-efforts-clean-up-los-lunas-bosque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 04:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mrgcd-efforts-clean-up-los-lunas-bosque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calmer and hotter weather moves into New Mexico to start to week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A backdoor cold front moved south across eastern New Mexico early this morning. This dropped high temperatures by 10&deg; to a little over 25&deg; across the eastern half of the state today. A few isolated showers and thunderstorms have also developed this afternoon along and east of the central mountain chain. High pressure builds over [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/calmer-and-hotter-weather-moves-into-new-mexico-to-start-to-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 01:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/calmer-and-hotter-weather-moves-into-new-mexico-to-start-to-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother's Day goes wild at ABQ BioPark]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque BioPark is celebrating moms of every kind, whether they have toes, paws, hooves, or claws. A spokesperson for the BioPark says that the zoo was jam-packed on Sunday and there was something for every member of the family. "The entire zoo is a party today. We have seven different stages [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mothers-day-goes-wild-at-abq-biopark/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 01:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mothers-day-goes-wild-at-abq-biopark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mothers enjoy free admission to Indian Pueblo Cultural Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; On Sunday, mothers got free admission to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Museum and Galleries for Mother's Day. To make it more special for moms, there were traditional dancing and music as well as a special dish by the Indian Pueblo Kitchen just for moms. "We just came out today. It was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mothers-enjoy-free-admission-to-indian-pueblo-cultural-center/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mothers-enjoy-free-admission-to-indian-pueblo-cultural-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nob Hill hosts weekend bash for Route 66 Centennial]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Many gathered at Triangle Park in Nob Hill Saturday as part of a community celebration for the Route 66 Centennial. The Rhythm and Roots on Route 66 celebration was put on by the Nob Hill Mainstreet with a lineup of live music by local musicians and a variety of food trucks. "At [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nob-hill-hosts-weekend-bash-for-route-66-centennial/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nob-hill-hosts-weekend-bash-for-route-66-centennial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe Planned Parenthood reopens Monday after being closed over a year]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Planned Parenthood location in Santa Fe on St. Michaels Drive has been closed since December 2024. But now they're getting ready to reopen on Monday, May 11. In the meantime, patients have had to seek women's health care elsewhere in the state or via telehealth. "This is gonna be huge [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-planned-parenthood-reopens-monday-after-being-closed-over-a-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-planned-parenthood-reopens-monday-after-being-closed-over-a-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State forestry division wraps massive reforestation project]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Pueblo of Jemez forestry crew wrapped up an enormous reforestation project. Forestry crews have been busy, planting 7,500 seedlings since July 2024. The goal is to reforest the lands that burned in the 2011 Las Conchas Fire. The forestry division says 90% of the seedlings survived the winter, and all that's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-forestry-division-wraps-massive-reforestation-project/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-forestry-division-wraps-massive-reforestation-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 350 earthquakes recorded since Friday in part of southern California]]></title><description><![CDATA[The area is "prone to earthquake swarms," officials say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/over-350-earthquakes-recorded-since-friday-in-part-of-southern-california/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/over-350-earthquakes-recorded-since-friday-in-part-of-southern-california/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Paint the Plaza Red' honors Indigenous victims of violence]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; On Saturday, people gathered to remember, support, and take action as part of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives Action Week. The Paint the Plaza Red event is a dual-city event put on by the Good Heart Medicine Tour and its partners. On Saturday, Civic Plaza was filled with live [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paint-the-plaza-red-honors-indigenous-victims-of-violence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paint-the-plaza-red-honors-indigenous-victims-of-violence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 hit by gunfire, 2 struck by cars at post-prom party in Michigan: Authorities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teenagers were seen "running for their lives" by a neighbor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/4-hit-by-gunfire-2-struck-by-cars-at-post-prom-party-in-michigan-authorities/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/4-hit-by-gunfire-2-struck-by-cars-at-post-prom-party-in-michigan-authorities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These baby names fell out of the top 100 last year, popularity data shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some names are losing popularity faster than others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-baby-names-fell-out-of-the-top-100-last-year-popularity-data-shows/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-baby-names-fell-out-of-the-top-100-last-year-popularity-data-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photos: Americans leave hantavirus-stricken cruise ship for flight to Nebraska]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. passengers are said to have been evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship ahead of a repatriation flight bound for Nebraska.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/photos-americans-leave-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship-for-flight-to-nebraska/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/photos-americans-leave-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship-for-flight-to-nebraska/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photos: Americans evacuated from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. passengers are said to have been evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship ahead of a repatriation flight bound for Nebraska.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/photos-americans-evacuated-from-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/photos-americans-evacuated-from-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remains of Army soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered: US military]]></title><description><![CDATA[The soldier went missing during military exercises in Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/remains-of-army-soldier-who-went-missing-in-morocco-recovered-us-military/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/remains-of-army-soldier-who-went-missing-in-morocco-recovered-us-military/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why hantavirus isn't the next pandemic, according to health officials]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sights of PPE-clad passengers leaving the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship Sunday may prompt flashbacks to the COVID pandemic. Health officials say that isn't exactly the case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-hantavirus-isnt-the-next-pandemic-according-to-health-officials/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-hantavirus-isnt-the-next-pandemic-according-to-health-officials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus isn't the next pandemic, health officials say. Here's why]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sights of PPE-clad passengers leaving the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship Sunday may prompt flashbacks to the COVID pandemic. Health officials say that isn't exactly the case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-isnt-the-next-pandemic-health-officials-say-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-isnt-the-next-pandemic-health-officials-say-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health insurance marketplace feels growing tremors from GOP cuts ]]></title><description><![CDATA[State Obamacare marketplaces are starting to feel tremors from the GOP-controlled Congress's ending of enhanced subsidies, as millions of Americans are dropping coverage.&nbsp; Experts and state officials say the impact varies from state to state, but enrollment decline is expected to grow this year and beyond, as policies from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-insurance-marketplace-feels-growing-tremors-from-gop-cuts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-insurance-marketplace-feels-growing-tremors-from-gop-cuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Motorcycle seen hanging off traffic light after crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's unclear what caused the crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-motorcycle-seen-hanging-off-traffic-light-after-crash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-motorcycle-seen-hanging-off-traffic-light-after-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOAA Hurricane Hunters gear up for 2026 hurricane season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The team takes their first steps in preparing planes and internal components long before the season begins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-hurricane-hunters-gear-up-for-2026-hurricane-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-hurricane-hunters-gear-up-for-2026-hurricane-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More chocolate bars added to nationwide recall over possible contamination]]></title><description><![CDATA[A nationwide chocolate bar recall has expanded once again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-chocolate-bars-added-to-nationwide-recall-over-possible-contamination/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-chocolate-bars-added-to-nationwide-recall-over-possible-contamination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pollen allergies are brutal this year – a doctor explains why, and how to find relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spring means beautiful flowers, fragrant lilacs &ndash; and lots of tree pollen coating cars and setting off sneezing, wheezing and headaches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pollen-allergies-are-brutal-this-year-a-doctor-explains-why-and-how-to-findrelief/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pollen-allergies-are-brutal-this-year-a-doctor-explains-why-and-how-to-findrelief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Convicted killer and ex-socialite at center of Netflix series dies in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elizabeth A. Broderick, also known as Betty Broderick, was convicted of the 1989 murder of her ex-husband and his new wife.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/convicted-killer-and-ex-socialite-at-center-of-netflix-series-dies-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/convicted-killer-and-ex-socialite-at-center-of-netflix-series-dies-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[YouTuber files lawsuit after arrest in investigation of Sebastian Rogers, teen missing since 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[A content creator who has followed the case of missing teen Sebastian Rogers has taken legal action of her own.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/youtuber-files-lawsuit-after-arrest-in-investigation-of-sebastian-rogers-teen-missing-since-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/youtuber-files-lawsuit-after-arrest-in-investigation-of-sebastian-rogers-teen-missing-since-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buc-ee's is expanding to new states: Where (and when) travel centers will open]]></title><description><![CDATA[As popular as it is, Buc-ee's and its Beaver Nuggets aren't as prevalent as you may have guessed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/buc-ees-is-expanding-to-new-states-where-and-when-travel-centers-will-open/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/buc-ees-is-expanding-to-new-states-where-and-when-travel-centers-will-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran sends response to US peace proposal: State media]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Iranian government has reportedly submitted its response to the peace proposal from the U.S.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iran-sends-response-to-us-peace-proposal-state-media/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iran-sends-response-to-us-peace-proposal-state-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How 110 people won big Powerball prizes in a 2005 drawing — without cheating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many of the winners had something in common.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-110-people-won-big-powerball-prizes-in-a-2005-drawing-without-cheating/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-110-people-won-big-powerball-prizes-in-a-2005-drawing-without-cheating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[11 hospitalized after possible boat explosion in Florida]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation remains ongoing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/11-hospitalized-after-possible-boat-explosion-in-florida/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/11-hospitalized-after-possible-boat-explosion-in-florida/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passengers from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship leave for military hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish nationals were the first to leave the MV Hondius, which remains anchored off Tenerife, the largest island in the Spanish archipelago off the coast of West Africa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/passengers-from-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship-leave-for-military-hospital/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/passengers-from-hantavirus-stricken-cruise-ship-leave-for-military-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four nurses from the same family end up at the same Michigan hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[She didn't say the words&nbsp;"nurse," "medicine" or even "career" when asked what she wanted for her daughters growing up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-nurses-from-the-same-family-end-up-at-the-same-michigan-hospital/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-nurses-from-the-same-family-end-up-at-the-same-michigan-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USAID has $19B to close out agency. Critics push to use funds to save lives]]></title><description><![CDATA[The shuttered U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has told Congress it has $19 billion in funds to cover costs associated with closing out the programs it terminated last year, according to a notification sent late last month and obtained by The Hill.The notification acknowledges that the price of closing out the agency is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usaid-has-19b-to-close-out-agency-critics-push-to-use-funds-to-save-lives/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usaid-has-19b-to-close-out-agency-critics-push-to-use-funds-to-save-lives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandmother of family behind legendary Bugg Christmas light display passes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque Christmas tradition will be dimmer this year after the loss of the woman who helped create its magic. For decades, the Bugg lights have been more than just a Christmas display; they've been a holiday destination, drawing thousands of families to Albuquerque each year. But behind the bright lights and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grandmother-of-family-behind-legendary-bugg-christmas-light-display-passes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grandmother-of-family-behind-legendary-bugg-christmas-light-display-passes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winners at the Lab, New Mexico United beats Las Vegas 3-1]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Coming off a 2-2 draw with El Paso on Wednesday, New Mexico United was back in action at Home on Saturday night, and the Black and Yellow did not disappoint as they earned three points with a 3-1 victory over Las Vegas Lights FC. This was the first win over Las Vegas [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/winners-at-the-lab-new-mexico-united-beats-las-vegas-3-1/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/winners-at-the-lab-new-mexico-united-beats-las-vegas-3-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe installs new rain garden basins infrastructure to better study stormwater]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In a city-private partnership, Santa Fe recently installed new rain garden basins, part of a new stormwater infrastructure, in an effort to create more GSI in the city. In an effort to curb flooding on Siringo, over the last couple of weeks, the City of Santa Fe and a private company [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-installs-new-rain-garden-basins-infrastructure-to-better-study-stormwater/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-installs-new-rain-garden-basins-infrastructure-to-better-study-stormwater/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some storms move into New Mexico Sunday afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Slightly warmer temperatures moved into New Mexico this afternoon. Along with the warmer temperatures, light moisture has been seen across northern and western parts of the state. Most of this moisture is evaporating before reaching the ground due to very dry air at the surface level. A backdoor cold front will move [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-storms-move-into-new-mexico-sunday-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-storms-move-into-new-mexico-sunday-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Keller defends Albuquerque's immigrant-friendly ordinance targeted in federal lawsuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The city of Albuquerque is ready to fight back against a federal lawsuit brought on by the U.S. Department of Justice. The feds claim some city policies are unlawful and are blocking U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from doing their jobs. Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller is standing by the city's newest [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mayor-keller-defends-albuquerques-immigrant-friendly-ordinance-targeted-in-federal-lawsuit-2/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mayor-keller-defends-albuquerques-immigrant-friendly-ordinance-targeted-in-federal-lawsuit-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Keller defends Albuquerque's immigrant friendly ordinance targeted in federal lawsuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The city of Albuquerque is ready to fight back against a federal lawsuit brought on by the U.S. Department of Justice. The feds claim some city policies are unlawful and are blocking U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from doing their jobs. Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller is standing by the city's newest [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mayor-keller-defends-albuquerques-immigrant-friendly-ordinance-targeted-in-federal-lawsuit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mayor-keller-defends-albuquerques-immigrant-friendly-ordinance-targeted-in-federal-lawsuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than $300M raised in Spirit Airlines crowdfunding effort]]></title><description><![CDATA[A TikTok creator posted a viral video proposing a plan to save the airline.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-than-300m-raised-in-spirit-airlines-crowdfunding-effort/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-than-300m-raised-in-spirit-airlines-crowdfunding-effort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State Tournament Baseball and Softball - Saturday Highlights]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; State Championship Tournament play is heating up for High School baseball and softball. On Saturday, the quarterfinals are set in Class 5A Baseball, and the top four seeds are still in the tournament. To see every score from every classification, follow these links: Baseball - https://www.maxpreps.com/nm/baseball/playoffs/ Softball - https://www.maxpreps.com/nm/softball/playoffs/]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-tournament-baseball-and-softball-saturday-highlights/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-tournament-baseball-and-softball-saturday-highlights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter temperatures move in New Mexico next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Slightly warmer temperatures moved into New Mexico this afternoon. Along with the warmer temperatures, light moisture has been seen across northern and western parts of the state. Most of this moisture is evaporating before reaching the ground due to very dry air at the surface level. A backdoor cold front will move [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-move-in-new-mexico-next-week/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-move-in-new-mexico-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State Champions once again, St. Michael's continues their dominance in Track &amp; Field]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The UNM Track &amp; Field Complex has come to life once again, as the NMAA Track &amp; Field State Championship Meet was held on Saturday for Classes A-3A. St. Michael's continues its dominance in the ranks of Class 3A, sweeping the Boys and Girls Team Titles. St. Michael's has now swept the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-champions-once-again-st-michaels-continues-their-dominance-in-track-amp-field/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-champions-once-again-st-michaels-continues-their-dominance-in-track-amp-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winrock Town Center holds 2026 Spring Fest]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and dozens of Albuquerque residents made it out to Winrock Town Center to hang out with puppies and shop around. From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Burque&ntilde;os could shop around Winrock Park for Spring Fest. Vendors of all kinds were on display, from food, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/winrock-town-center-holds-2026-spring-fest/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/winrock-town-center-holds-2026-spring-fest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque students compete in AI racecar challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Students and teachers from 10 schools across the state gathered Saturday morning for a race with self-driving cars. The New Mexico Artificial Intelligence Academy hosted the state-wide race car challenge, where students had to prepare AI pilot cars to guide race cars along tracks created by their schools. The event follows a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-students-compete-in-ai-racecar-challenge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-students-compete-in-ai-racecar-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Talin Market's new bazaar set to hype up local business]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Saturday marked the grand opening of the Talin World Food Market Bazaar and ribbon-cutting. Talin Market has been an anchor in the International District for nearly 50 years, and now, they are hoping to help emerging local businesses thrive during a time when they say owning a storefront is becoming more difficult. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/talin-markets-new-bazaar-set-to-hype-up-local-business/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 00:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/talin-markets-new-bazaar-set-to-hype-up-local-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump legal attack on Southern Poverty Law Center stirs fears for nonprofits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration has launched a legal attack on the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), raising questions about the future of other nonprofits at odds with the president.The center pleaded not guilty Thursday in an unusual case, one that accuses the SPLC of turning its back on its very mission: using a now-defunct informant [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-legal-attack-on-southern-poverty-law-center-stirs-fears-for-nonprofits/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 00:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-legal-attack-on-southern-poverty-law-center-stirs-fears-for-nonprofits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tesla recalls some Cybertrucks for wheel issue and more than 200,000 other cars for camera failure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tesla is also recalling more than 200,000 Model Y, Model S Model X and Model 3 electric vehicles because of a software issue that renders the rearview camera inoperable for a short period of time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tesla-recalls-some-cybertrucks-for-wheel-issue-and-more-than-200000-other-cars-for-camera-failure/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 00:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tesla-recalls-some-cybertrucks-for-wheel-issue-and-more-than-200000-other-cars-for-camera-failure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD holds memorial bike ride through city]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Law enforcement was out on the streets Saturday morning on bikes as part of their 13th memorial bike ride fundraiser to honor officers who lost their lives while serving the community. The 64-mile route started in Downtown Albuquerque and went to Cedar Crest along Highway 14. The funds raised go to helping [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-holds-memorial-bike-ride-through-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-holds-memorial-bike-ride-through-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rubio claims Cuba refused $100M US humanitarian aid offer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that the Cuban government turned down a $100 million humanitarian aid offer from the U.S., as the nation continues to grapple with the fallout of a devastating hurricane, a weakened economy and a prolonged fuel shortage. The U.S. provided $6 million in humanitarian aid to the island&rsquo;s population [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rubio-claims-cuba-refused-100m-us-humanitarian-aid-offer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rubio-claims-cuba-refused-100m-us-humanitarian-aid-offer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taylor Swift faces trademark fight over ‘Showgirl’ album name]]></title><description><![CDATA[The singer's attorneys said the motion and lawsuit that Las Vegas performer Maren Flagg filed "should have never been filed."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taylor-swift-faces-trademark-fight-over-showgirl-album-name/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taylor-swift-faces-trademark-fight-over-showgirl-album-name/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ocasio-Cortez doesn’t deny 2028 speculation: ‘My ambition is to change this country’ ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ocasio-Cortez told David Axelrod that she tailors her political ambitions to &ldquo;meet the moment.&rdquo;&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ocasio-cortez-doesnt-deny-2028-speculation-my-ambition-is-to-change-this-country/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ocasio-cortez-doesnt-deny-2028-speculation-my-ambition-is-to-change-this-country/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobby Cox, manager of Braves' teams that ruled National League and won 1995 World Series, dies at 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (AP) &mdash; Bobby Cox, the folksy manager of the Atlanta Braves whose teams ruled the National League during the 1990s and gave the city its first major title as well as World Series trips that fell short, died Saturday. He was 84. Cox died in Marietta, Georgia, according to the Atlanta Braves. He had a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bobby-cox-manager-of-braves-teams-that-ruled-national-league-and-won-1995-world-series-dies-at-84/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bobby-cox-manager-of-braves-teams-that-ruled-national-league-and-won-1995-world-series-dies-at-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fetterman tells Maher he feels 'lonely' as a moderate Democrat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) reiterated on Friday that he has no plans to switch political affiliations, even as he says he feels increasingly &ldquo;lonely&rdquo; in his party. Fetterman told comedian and "Real Time" host Bill Maher that he has seen a shift in the Democratic Party&rsquo;s &ldquo;values,&rdquo; including on issues such as Israel, border security [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fetterman-tells-maher-he-feels-lonely-as-a-moderate-democrat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fetterman-tells-maher-he-feels-lonely-as-a-moderate-democrat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[So your new 'co&#8209;worker' is an AI agent. Here's how to make the best of your relationship]]></title><description><![CDATA[FOBO &ndash;&nbsp;fear of becoming obsolete&nbsp;&ndash; is now a thing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/so-your-new-co8209worker-is-an-ai-agent-heres-how-to-make-the-best-of-your-relationship/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/so-your-new-co8209worker-is-an-ai-agent-heres-how-to-make-the-best-of-your-relationship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the best metros for job-seeking grads in 2026, research shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[What cities offer the perfect mix of salary, cost of living and opportunity?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-are-the-best-metros-for-job-seeking-grads-in-2026-research-shows/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-are-the-best-metros-for-job-seeking-grads-in-2026-research-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[115 sick in norovirus outbreak on Florida-bound cruise ship, CDC says]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 100 people have fallen ill with norovirus on a cruise ship that left Florida last week and is set to return soon, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/115-sick-in-norovirus-outbreak-on-florida-bound-cruise-ship-cdc-says/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/115-sick-in-norovirus-outbreak-on-florida-bound-cruise-ship-cdc-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian dead after being hit by Los Angeles bound flight from Denver Airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Frontier Airlines flight traveling from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles on Friday night was forced to abort takeoff after it struck a pedestrian who was walking on the runway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-dead-after-being-hit-by-los-angeles-bound-flight-from-denver-airport/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-dead-after-being-hit-by-los-angeles-bound-flight-from-denver-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See a worm in your yard? It might be invasive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Depending on where you live, there may be no native earthworms around.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/see-a-worm-in-your-yard-it-might-be-invasive/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/see-a-worm-in-your-yard-it-might-be-invasive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Ghost tapping' scam uses contactless, virtual theft &ndash; how to prevent it]]></title><description><![CDATA[These days, making a payment can be easier than ever with contactless and even cardless transactions, but in some cases, so can scamming.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ghost-tapping-scam-uses-contactless-virtual-theft-ndash-how-to-prevent-it/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ghost-tapping-scam-uses-contactless-virtual-theft-ndash-how-to-prevent-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[With gas prices still climbing, here's how some are saving up to $1K on auto insurance]]></title><description><![CDATA[You could save hundreds to thousands of dollars a year on your car insurance policy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/with-gas-prices-still-climbing-heres-how-some-are-saving-up-to-1k-on-auto-insurance/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/with-gas-prices-still-climbing-heres-how-some-are-saving-up-to-1k-on-auto-insurance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White House scrambles to tame AI fears ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The White House is scrambling to find its footing on AI policy, as the development of new, more powerful models forces the Trump administration to rethink its strategy on AI safety.From the outset of President Trump&rsquo;s second term, the White House has promoted a pro-innovation, light-touch stance on AI regulations, prioritizing the U.S.&rsquo;s competitive standing against other countries. AI battles in the White House and Congress have [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/white-house-scrambles-to-tame-ai-fears/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/white-house-scrambles-to-tame-ai-fears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump, frustrated by courts, sees his tariff policies take new hit]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump&rsquo;s trade agenda is in question following the latest court decision striking down tariffs aimed at replacing a previous regime that was also knocked down by the judiciary, raising questions about his next move on the policy.A federal court ruled against the 10 percent tariff Trump imposed on most imports entering the United States, which [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-frustrated-by-courts-sees-his-tariff-policies-take-new-hit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-frustrated-by-courts-sees-his-tariff-policies-take-new-hit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dry showers, warm temperatures ahead for Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to the weekend! Temperatures have fallen into the 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s to start this Mother's Day weekend. Lows in Albuquerque are, so far, on the mild side with a temperature reaching 60 degrees this morning. This afternoon temperatures will rise to be about 5-15 degrees above normal for many locations in the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-showers-warm-temperatures-ahead-for-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-showers-warm-temperatures-ahead-for-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cold front brings rain chances to parts of New Mexico on Mother's Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures will keep heating up into Saturday across New Mexico. A cold front will cool parts of the state slightly Sunday, bringing a chance for a few thunderstorms to eastern New Mexico. High temperatures continued to climb Friday afternoon, with more areas reaching the 80s and 90s. The warming trend continues Saturday, with another hot [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cold-front-brings-rain-chances-to-parts-of-new-mexico-on-mothers-day/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 06:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cold-front-brings-rain-chances-to-parts-of-new-mexico-on-mothers-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Los Vecinos Community Center receives millions of dollars in upgrades]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; A community center in Albuquerque is open to the public again on Friday after receiving millions of dollars in upgrades. A ribbon cutting for Los Vecinos Community Center was held on Friday afternoon. It's is the second oldest community center in Bernalillo County and officials hope to address the aging building in future [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-vecinos-community-center-receives-millions-of-dollars-in-upgrades/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 06:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-vecinos-community-center-receives-millions-of-dollars-in-upgrades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of New Mexico receives $30 million donation from family]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The University of New Mexico is changing the name of one of their buildings after the school received a massive donation. The old Anderson School of Management is being renamed the James and Gail Ellis School of Business Leadership. The Ellis' are giving $30 million to the school.&nbsp;&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/university-of-new-mexico-receives-30-million-donation-from-family/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 06:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/university-of-new-mexico-receives-30-million-donation-from-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Law Enforcement Memorial Bike Ride to start in Albuquerque on Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; Heavy bike traffic is going to be traveling down Turquoise Trail on Saturday morning as officers and deputies recognize those who have fallen in the line of duty. The Law Enforcement Memorial Bike Ride will start in downtown Albuquerque, ride to Cedar Crest, and take Highway 14 to the New Mexico Law Enforcement [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/law-enforcement-memorial-bike-ride-to-start-in-albuquerque-on-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 06:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/law-enforcement-memorial-bike-ride-to-start-in-albuquerque-on-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angelo Leo's IBF title defense shelved due to opponent's weight]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; BF featherweight champion Angelo Leo will not be in the ring for his second title defense Saturday, nor will his opponent Ra'eese Aleem. Aleem failed to make weight Friday. Leo weighed in at 125 pounds while Aleem came in at 128.8 pounds. The featherweight limit is 126 pounds. Aleem was given an [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/angelo-leos-ibf-title-defense-shelved-due-to-opponents-weight/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/angelo-leos-ibf-title-defense-shelved-due-to-opponents-weight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMHU men's basketball coach says he is in limbo at the school]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; It's been an unusual week for New Mexico Highlands men's basketball coach Zach Settembre. "So, when I started getting calls Tuesday night, saying that there was an article out or two articles out that I was fired I was shocked as anyone," said Settembre. "HR told me that I was on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmhu-mens-basketball-coach-says-he-is-in-limbo-at-the-school/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 05:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmhu-mens-basketball-coach-says-he-is-in-limbo-at-the-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New feasibility study sheds light on locations for possible Española lowrider museum]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPA&Ntilde;OLA, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A lowrider museum could be one step closer to becoming a reality, as the state has recently completed a feasibility study on the proposed project. This study provides insight into what the museum could look like. Debra Garcia y Griego, Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, stated, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-feasibility-study-sheds-light-on-locations-for-possible-espaola-lowrider-museum/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-feasibility-study-sheds-light-on-locations-for-possible-espaola-lowrider-museum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record holder for speed skiing is honored in proclaimed day by New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; He's considered the fastest American on skis. On Friday, Ross Anderson got special recognition for that feat. Ever since he could walk, New Mexican Ross Anderson has loved to ski. Throughout the years, he had dreams becoming a professional on the slopes. And with strong Native American roots Anderson wanted to become [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-holder-for-speed-skiing-is-honored-in-proclaimed-day-by-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 04:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-holder-for-speed-skiing-is-honored-in-proclaimed-day-by-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six Mile Fire burns in the Cibola National Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new fire has broken out in the Cibola National Forest. The Six Mile Fire has burned 10-15 acres of mountainous terrain near South Baldy Peak, which is south of Magadelena and Socorro. The U.S. Forest Service said the fire has a moderate to high potential to spread. Crews are on the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/six-mile-fire-burns-in-the-cibola-national-forest/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 04:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/six-mile-fire-burns-in-the-cibola-national-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque officials give Lindy's Diner owners one week before possible demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;It seems like the end of an era for the 121 year old Bliss Building on Route 66 which was home to Lindy's Diner. City officials said the historic downtown building should be demolished. Now they've delivered an ultimatum to the owners giving them just a week to come up with a plan. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-give-lindys-diner-owners-one-week-before-possible-demolition/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 03:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-give-lindys-diner-owners-one-week-before-possible-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Albuquerque teacher accused of raping a student takes stand in court]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's now up to a jury to decide if a former Albuquerque teacher is guilty or not guilty on accusations of raping a student. That teacher took the stand in his own defense today. On the witness stand, Patrick Corr denied ever having sex with a 17-year-old, but when questioned by the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-raping-a-student-takes-stand-in-court/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 02:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-raping-a-student-takes-stand-in-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KRQE joins with Painted Sky Elementary School to encourage kids to read]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash;&nbsp; Helping kids get excited to read was the goal of Friday's Read-a-Bration and a handful of KRQE's own talent helped bring books to life. Painted Sky Elementary School hosted the special event off Ladera Drive and Tessa Drive. KRQE Meteorologist Ryan DePhillps read about ants and how they can carry items bigger [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-joins-with-painted-sky-elementary-school-to-encourage-kids-to-read/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 02:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-joins-with-painted-sky-elementary-school-to-encourage-kids-to-read/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temperatures continue to heat up before a cold front on Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures will keep heating up into Saturday across New Mexico. A cold front will cool parts of the state slightly Sunday, bringing a chance for a few thunderstorms to eastern New Mexico. High temperatures continued to climb Friday afternoon, with more areas reaching the 80s and 90s. The warming trend continues Saturday, with another hot [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temperatures-continue-to-heat-up-before-a-cold-front-on-sunday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 01:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temperatures-continue-to-heat-up-before-a-cold-front-on-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Woman, boy seen sneaking in Rio Rancho backyard]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; It was a story that went viral &ndash; a pint-sized "porch pirate" stealing packages. Angelique Sanchez is suspected of using her young son to steal packages from homes in Albuquerque two years ago. She spent the past year in jail after sparking an Amber Alert involving that son. Now, a new [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-woman-boy-seen-sneaking-in-rio-rancho-backyard/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-woman-boy-seen-sneaking-in-rio-rancho-backyard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A look at New Mexico's whitewater rafting season for 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; Whitewater rafting season is underway. After a pretty dry winter in the Land of Enchantment, water levels are looking fairly low for early May. But according to a longtime rafter, that may not be an entirely bad thing. "So far we have had lower than average water levels, way lower than average. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-look-at-new-mexicos-whitewater-rafting-season-for-2026/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-look-at-new-mexicos-whitewater-rafting-season-for-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City councilors want to shift some Public Safety GRT money to Albuquerque Community Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new proposal making its way through Albuquerque City Council could re-allocate some of the city's Public Safety Gross Receipt Tax. Proposition R-26-29 was introduced Thursday night, and would add Albuquerque Community Safety and code enforcement into the mix as two new departments that receive money from this tax,while diverting where other [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-councilors-want-to-shift-some-public-safety-grt-money-to-albuquerque-community-safety/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-councilors-want-to-shift-some-public-safety-grt-money-to-albuquerque-community-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DOJ files lawsuit against New Mexico, Albuquerque over immigration enforcement laws]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The United States Department of Justice is suing the State of New Mexico and the City of Albuquerque over efforts to stop federal immigrant enforcement. The USDOJ said that House Bill 9, otherwise known as the Immigrant Safety Act, which was passed in the 2026 New Mexico Legislature, would stop "decades of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-files-lawsuit-against-new-mexico-albuquerque-over-immigration-enforcement-laws/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-files-lawsuit-against-new-mexico-albuquerque-over-immigration-enforcement-laws/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joni Lamb, cofounder of the Daystar Television Network, has died at 65]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joni Lamb, who with her late husband founded the&nbsp;Daystar Television Network&nbsp;and guided it to become one of the world&rsquo;s largest Christian TV networks, died Thursday. She was 65.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/joni-lamb-cofounder-of-the-daystar-television-network-has-died-at-65/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/joni-lamb-cofounder-of-the-daystar-television-network-has-died-at-65/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alzheimer's study finds link between breakfast staple and reduced risk of disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study from researchers at Loma Linda University in California suggests a specific nutrient-rich food &mdash; fairly frequently &mdash; could be linked to lower risk of Alzheimer&rsquo;s disease among older adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/alzheimers-study-finds-link-between-breakfast-staple-and-reduced-risk-of-disease/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 22:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/alzheimers-study-finds-link-between-breakfast-staple-and-reduced-risk-of-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is there a treatment for hantavirus?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Health officials in numerous countries are working to contain the spread of illnesses linked to a hantavirus outbreak traced back to a now-deceased passenger on a Dutch cruise ship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/is-there-a-treatment-for-hantavirus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/is-there-a-treatment-for-hantavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heating up through Mother's Day Weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Friday! If you are getting a jump start on the holiday weekend you have probably noticed how warm it is this afternoon. Compared to 24 hours ago, at noon, temperatures are roughly 10-25 degrees warmer due to a ridge of high pressure building into the Desert Southwest and New Mexico. Temperatures reached the 60s, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heating-up-through-mothers-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heating-up-through-mothers-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque police officer pleads guilty in fatal motorcycle crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; An Albuquerque police officer who hit and killed a man while riding a motorcycle off-duty has taken a plea deal in the case. Ezekiel Florez has been on leave since hitting Daniel Trujillo on Central near Coors in May 2025. Surveillance video showed a man running across the crosswalk when a motorcycle [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-officer-pleads-guilty-in-fatal-motorcycle-crash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-officer-pleads-guilty-in-fatal-motorcycle-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Funk group behind hit song 'Low Rider' to perform at Albuquerque Freedom 4th event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The iconic funk and soul group behind the songs "Low Rider" and "Why Can&rsquo;t We Be Friends?&rdquo; will take the stage to preform at the City of Albuquerque&rsquo;s annual Freedom 4th event. WAR of Long Beach rose to fame in the 70s and their landmark 1973 album "The World Is a Ghetto" [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/funk-group-behind-hit-song-low-rider-to-perform-at-albuquerque-freedom-4th-event/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/funk-group-behind-hit-song-low-rider-to-perform-at-albuquerque-freedom-4th-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced for 2021 Albuquerque shooting that killed teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Elton Gastelum was sentenced Friday for the 2021 fatal shooting of Gabriel Garcia Zimmerman. Gastelum was one of six teens Albuquerque police believe shot at an apartment near Wyoming Blvd. and Copper Ave. Authorities believe that Zimmerman was not the target of the shooting.&nbsp;Investigators said that the group joked about the killing later [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-for-2021-albuquerque-shooting-that-killed-teen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-for-2021-albuquerque-shooting-that-killed-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque reminds residents to spay and neuter their pets]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is reminding the public to spay and neuter their pets through their newest campaign, "It's the Law - Spay and Neuter Your Pet." The city says the goal is to encourage responsible pet ownership, prevent violations, and strengthen community safety. The campaign is also a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-reminds-residents-to-spay-and-neuter-their-pets/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-reminds-residents-to-spay-and-neuter-their-pets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evidence points to human remains at home linked to Kristin Smart's killing, sheriff says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A California sheriff said Friday that evidence suggests human remains were present at a home connected to the man&nbsp;convicted of killing Kristin Smart, a 19-year-old college student who went missing in 1996.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evidence-points-to-human-remains-at-home-linked-to-kristin-smarts-killing-sheriff-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evidence-points-to-human-remains-at-home-linked-to-kristin-smarts-killing-sheriff-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Authorities to give update on search of home tied to man convicted in Kristin Smart killing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Authorities plan to update the public Friday on a grounds search at a home connected to the man&nbsp;convicted&nbsp;of killing 19-year-old college student Kristin Smart in 1996. Her body was never found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/authorities-to-give-update-on-search-of-home-tied-to-man-convicted-in-kristin-smart-killing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/authorities-to-give-update-on-search-of-home-tied-to-man-convicted-in-kristin-smart-killing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Authorities giving update on search of home tied to man convicted in Kristin Smart killing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Authorities are updating the public Friday on a grounds search at a home connected to the man&nbsp;convicted&nbsp;of killing 19-year-old college student Kristin Smart in 1996. Her body was never found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/authorities-giving-update-on-search-of-home-tied-to-man-convicted-in-kristin-smart-killing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/authorities-giving-update-on-search-of-home-tied-to-man-convicted-in-kristin-smart-killing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CDC hantavirus outbreak classification lowest emergency activation level: Report ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has activated its 24/7 emergency center and classified hantavirus as the lowest activation level, according to a new report on Thursday evening.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cdc-hantavirus-outbreak-classification-lowest-emergency-activation-level-report/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cdc-hantavirus-outbreak-classification-lowest-emergency-activation-level-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump's plan to paint the Eisenhower office building could cost at least $7.5M: White House]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building opened in 1888 after 17 years of construction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trumps-plan-to-paint-the-eisenhower-office-building-could-cost-at-least-75m-white-house/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trumps-plan-to-paint-the-eisenhower-office-building-could-cost-at-least-75m-white-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US added 115K jobs in April, beating expectations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. economy added 115,000 new jobs in April, according to data released Friday by the Labor Department, beating the expectations of economists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-added-115k-jobs-in-april-beating-expectations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-added-115k-jobs-in-april-beating-expectations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democrats mock reported personalized Patel bourbon: 'Notes of insecurity, narcissism'&nbsp;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee mocked FBI Director Kash Patel after a new report came out saying the Trump administration official occasionally travels with a &ldquo;personalized branded bourbon&rdquo; engraved with his name and title.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrats-mock-reported-personalized-patel-bourbon-notes-of-insecurity-narcissismnbsp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrats-mock-reported-personalized-patel-bourbon-notes-of-insecurity-narcissismnbsp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump drives across Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to inspect new blue coating he's putting on it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trump lashed out when a reporter asked why he was focused on the Reflecting Pool, given U.S. military action in Iran.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-drives-across-lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-to-inspect-new-blue-coating-hes-putting-on-it/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-drives-across-lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-to-inspect-new-blue-coating-hes-putting-on-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tennessee lawmaker calls for Memphis to secede over redistricting]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Democratic state lawmaker in Tennessee on Thursday called for Memphis to secede over&nbsp;a new Republican-friendly House map, which was later signed into law by Gov. Bill Lee (R).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tennessee-lawmaker-calls-for-memphis-to-secede-over-redistricting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tennessee-lawmaker-calls-for-memphis-to-secede-over-redistricting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Hocus Pocus 3' now in production: Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[The original "Hocus Pocus" was released in 1993.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hocus-pocus-3-now-in-production-report/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hocus-pocus-3-now-in-production-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Attenborough, the excited but hushed voice of nature, turns 100]]></title><description><![CDATA[The world&rsquo;s most famous wildlife presenter is likely to be uncomfortable with all the attention as he&nbsp;celebrates his 100th birthday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/david-attenborough-the-excited-but-hushed-voice-of-nature-turns-100/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/david-attenborough-the-excited-but-hushed-voice-of-nature-turns-100/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran hawks erupt over terms of Trump's peace proposal&nbsp;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The reported terms of a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the Iran war spurred a swift backlash from allies of President Trump who have cheered on his fight against the Islamic Republic.Prominent conservative media figures and pro-Israel advocates spoke out against the deal, which would end Iran's nuclear enrichment for a limited period [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iran-hawks-erupt-over-terms-of-trumps-peace-proposalnbsp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iran-hawks-erupt-over-terms-of-trumps-peace-proposalnbsp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pentagon publishes UFO file collection online, tells public to 'make up their own minds']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Pentagon will begin releasing never-before-seen files containing unidentified anomalous phenomenon, or UAPs, on a dedicated website, the agency announced Friday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-publishes-ufo-file-collection-online-tells-public-to-make-up-their-own-minds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-publishes-ufo-file-collection-online-tells-public-to-make-up-their-own-minds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belen restaurant owner charged with tax evasion, fraud ]]></title><description><![CDATA[BELEN, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Belen restaurant owner was indicted on 39 criminal counts in April following a tax fraud investigation by the New Mexico Department of Taxation &amp; Revenue.&nbsp; A grand jury indicted Michael Montano, 30, on for tax evasion related&nbsp;to his business, Big Mikes Burgers and More, as well as personal income tax fraud [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/belen-restaurant-ownercharged-withtax-evasionfraud/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/belen-restaurant-ownercharged-withtax-evasionfraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's happening in New Mexico May 8-14?  Rhythm &amp; Roots on Route 66 and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Check out community events around New Mexico from May 8 to 14. Albuquerque New Mexico Albuquerque Notices &#128310;It wasn&rsquo;t a dirty little secret: All-American Rejects perform surprise concert in the South Valley &ndash; The All-American Rejects were special guests at Wednesday night&rsquo;s New Mexico United game, walking onto the pitch to their hit [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-8-14-rhythm-amp-roots-on-route-66-and-more/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-8-14-rhythm-amp-roots-on-route-66-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former teacher trial, Copper theft, Warmer weather, NM Highlands leadership, Baby skips bedtime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] State rests case in trial for former teacher accused of raping teen - The prosecutors in the case against a former Albuquerque teacher accused of raping a student have concluded their arguments. Patrick Corr is accused of buying alcohol for two teens, who were 17 and 16 at [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-teacher-trial-copper-theft-warmer-weather-nm-highlands-leadership-baby-skips-bedtime/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-teacher-trial-copper-theft-warmer-weather-nm-highlands-leadership-baby-skips-bedtime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warmer weather for Mother’s Day weekend with spotty rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Skies are clear with drier air because of departing winds from the northwest on the backside of the storm system moving away. This allows for warmer, southwesterly winds to return. Air temperatures in the north are starting off in the upper 20s to the lower 40s, except for parts of the Northeast [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warmer-weather-for-mothers-day-weekend-with-spotty-rain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warmer-weather-for-mothers-day-weekend-with-spotty-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temperatures climb all across New Mexico into this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cool and wet start to May is ending as warmer and drier weather moves back into New Mexico. Some places in northern New Mexico were more than 30&deg; warmer Thursday afternoon compared to Wednesday. Sunny and dry weather has returned to nearly the entire state Thursday afternoon. Temperatures were much warmer across northern New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temperatures-climb-all-across-new-mexico-into-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temperatures-climb-all-across-new-mexico-into-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7-month-old baby skips bedtime for All-American Rejects pop-up concert]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Fans are still buzzing after a big-name rock band hosted a spontaneous concert in Albuquerque. The day after a wild night, photos show the crowd outside of a South Valley home enjoying the surprise performance from the rock band, the All-American Rejects. But if you take a closer look, you can see [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/7-month-old-baby-skips-bedtime-for-all-american-rejects-pop-up-concert/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/7-month-old-baby-skips-bedtime-for-all-american-rejects-pop-up-concert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education approves $2.35B budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[Editor's Note: This story has been updated to show the overall budget of $2.35 billion that was approved by the Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education signed off on a budget for the upcoming year. The $2.35 billion spending plan includes a 1% pay increase. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-board-of-education-approves-235b-budget/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-board-of-education-approves-235b-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education approves $1.15B budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education signed off on a budget for the upcoming year. The $1.15 billion spending plan includes a 1% pay increase. The district expects to see a budget deficit, fueled by declining enrollment, but they said that it will be covered through its reserves. APS also expects [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-board-of-education-approves-115b-budget/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-board-of-education-approves-115b-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four accused of stealing copper wire from Lea County oil fields]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Deputies say a group of thieves has cost several oil companies in southeast New Mexico hundreds of thousands of dollars. However, they made it easy for deputies to find them. In total, almost $85,000 worth of goods were stolen from various oil drilling sites across Lea County, causing approximately $285,000 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-accused-of-stealing-copper-wire-from-lea-county-oil-fields/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-accused-of-stealing-copper-wire-from-lea-county-oil-fields/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man held without bond for alleged kidnapping, assault in NM]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KTSM) &ndash; A 47-year-old man is being held without bond after allegedly kidnapping his girlfriend and assaulting her until she became unconscious, according to a news release by the Sixth Judicial District Attorney's Office in the State of New Mexico. Steve Rodriguez is being charged with kidnapping in the first degree, aggravated battery [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-held-without-bond-for-alleged-kidnapping-assault-in-nm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-held-without-bond-for-alleged-kidnapping-assault-in-nm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Loving police chief receives conditonal discharge after conviction]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A former police chief convicted of impersonating a police officer and battery has avoided time behind bars. Frank Methola was serving as Loving police chief in 2021 when he pulled over a driver in Carlsbad, which was outside his jurisdiction. Methola then tased the driver after a tense encounter. A jury found [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-loving-police-chief-receives-conditonal-discharge-after-conviction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-loving-police-chief-receives-conditonal-discharge-after-conviction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Loving police chief receives conditional discharge after conviction]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; A former police chief convicted of impersonating a police officer and battery has avoided time behind bars. Frank Methola was serving as Loving police chief in 2021 when he pulled over a driver in Carlsbad, which was outside his jurisdiction. Methola then tased the driver after a tense encounter. A jury found [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-loving-police-chief-receives-conditional-discharge-after-conviction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-loving-police-chief-receives-conditional-discharge-after-conviction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM softball comes up a run short against number 1 seed GCU]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;Earning the program's first win in the Mountain West Tournament since 2005, on Wednesday, UNM softball tried to make it two in a row, but was sidelined by top seed Grand Canyon 7-6 on Thursday. In what started as a pitcher's duel, GCU held a 1-0 lead over New Mexico until the top [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-softball-comes-up-a-run-short-against-number-1-seed-gcu/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-softball-comes-up-a-run-short-against-number-1-seed-gcu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State rests their case in trial for former Albuquerque school teacher accused of raping teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Prosecutors said the case against a former teacher accused of raping a student is a clear-cut example of grooming. On Thursday, they called a clinic psychologist to the stand to explain exactly how. "In the course of their Snapchat conversations, there was definitely boundary crossings. They were talking about things that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-rests-their-case-in-trial-for-former-albuquerque-school-teacher-accused-of-raping-teen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-rests-their-case-in-trial-for-former-albuquerque-school-teacher-accused-of-raping-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic day for To’Hajiilee as first new school in 90 years moves forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[TOHAJIILEE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The future of To&rsquo;Hajiilee was celebrated on Thursday in the remote Navajo Nation community, where a new cornerstone for learning is finally on its way. It was a monumental day for the community about thirty miles west of Albuquerque, where their only school has faced decades of flooding and closures. Today, hundreds gathered [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/historic-day-for-tohajiilee-as-first-new-school-in-90-years-moves-forward/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 02:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/historic-day-for-tohajiilee-as-first-new-school-in-90-years-moves-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural gas pipeline for Project Jupiter approved by the Bureau of Land Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA TERESA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The United States Bureau of Land Management has signed off on a natural gas pipeline for a massive data center in southern New Mexico. The BLM said it fast-tracked authorization for the rights of way on a 16-mile-long pipeline for Project Jupiter, which is a 3-million square foot AI facility in Santa [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/natural-gas-pipeline-for-project-jupiter-approved-by-the-bureau-of-land-management/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 02:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/natural-gas-pipeline-for-project-jupiter-approved-by-the-bureau-of-land-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's pretty special': Sandia Peak Tramway celebrates 60th anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; One of the most popular tourist attractions in New Mexico turned 60 years old on Thursday. After six full decades, the Sandia Peak Tram is still delivering thrilling views of our state from high above, for young and old alike. Since it was built sixty years ago, the Sandia Peak Tram has [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/its-pretty-special-sandia-peak-tramway-celebrates-60th-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/its-pretty-special-sandia-peak-tramway-celebrates-60th-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big warmup in store across New Mexico into next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cool and wet start to May is ending as warmer and drier weather moves back into New Mexico. Some places in northern New Mexico are already more than 30&deg; warmer Thursday afternoon compared to Wednesday. Sunny and dry weather has returned to nearly the entire state Thursday afternoon. Temperatures are much warmer across northern [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/big-warmup-in-store-across-new-mexico-into-next-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/big-warmup-in-store-across-new-mexico-into-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Socorro Schools Superintendent: Fentanyl and marijuana found at elementary school]]></title><description><![CDATA[SOCORRO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Socorro Consolidated Schools Superintendent Joyce Gormley said that fentanyl and marijuana were recently found at an elementary school. Superintendent Gormley revealed the news on Tuesday in a letter to parents, but she did not say which elementary school. There are three in Socorro: Midway Elementary, Parkview Elementary, and San Antonio Elementary. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/socorro-schools-superintendent-fentanyl-and-marijuana-found-at-elementary-school/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/socorro-schools-superintendent-fentanyl-and-marijuana-found-at-elementary-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Woman accused of embezzling money from state park gift shop confronted by Carlsbad police]]></title><description><![CDATA[CARLSBAD, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Andria Hernandez was entrusted with helping oversee thousands of dollars linked to a popular southeast New Mexico tourist spot, but instead, prosecutors said that she siphoned off hundreds of dollars from a non-profit gift shop to pay her own bills. A gift shop manager for the Carlsbad Horticultural Society went to Carlsbad [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-woman-accused-of-embezzling-money-from-state-park-gift-shop-confronted-by-carlsbad-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-woman-accused-of-embezzling-money-from-state-park-gift-shop-confronted-by-carlsbad-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[List: Mother's Day 2026 events in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; Mother's Day is this Sunday. There's plenty of ways to celebrate in the Land of Enchantment - from a day at the zoo, to a museum open house, and far more. Check out some ways to celebrate an important Mom in your life this year: Old Town Celebration (ABQ) Antique Sale (Los [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/list-mothers-day-2026-events-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/list-mothers-day-2026-events-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man found guilty for role in 2021 Albuquerque shooting that killed teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Elton Gastelum has been convicted of first-degree murder, among other charges, in the 2021 fatal shooting of Gabriel Garcia Zimmerman. Gastelum was one of six teens police believe shot at the apartment near Wyoming Blvd. and Copper Ave. Authorities believe that Zimmerman was not the target of the shooting. The trial had been [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-found-guilty-for-role-in-2021-albuquerque-shooting-that-killed-teen/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-found-guilty-for-role-in-2021-albuquerque-shooting-that-killed-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United hosts Country Night at upcoming home match]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; In this week&rsquo;s Black and Yellow Report, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate, Sports Anchor Jared Chester, and Digital Sports Reporter Bradley Benson discuss the team&rsquo;s next match, and more. United will return home for Country Night on Saturday, May 9, to play against the Las Vegas Lights FC. Kickoff is scheduled at [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-hosts-country-night-at-upcoming-home-match/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-hosts-country-night-at-upcoming-home-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The University of New Mexico Hospital gets national award for stroke care]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The University of New Mexico Hospital is now the gold standard in the entire state when it comes to stroke care. UNMH just earned certification from The Joint Commission, a national nonprofit that accredits more than 22,000 hospitals across the U.S. Officials say they were recognized because of the hospital's 24 hour, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-university-of-new-mexico-hospital-gets-national-award-for-stroke-care/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-university-of-new-mexico-hospital-gets-national-award-for-stroke-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drone video shows Durango officers responding to deadly shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[DURANGO, Colo.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Durango Police released footage of officers arresting a suspect following a deadly shooting at a park on Tuesday. Officers were dispatched to Schneider Skate Park, located at 950 Roosa Ave., around 1:17 p.m. for an altercation that had escalated between two men and ended with 29-year-old Allen Roe getting shot three times, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drone-video-shows-durango-officers-responding-to-deadly-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 22:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drone-video-shows-durango-officers-responding-to-deadly-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snack mixes sold in stores, including Target, recalled over salmonella worries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Consumers who purchased any of the recalled items should not eat them, but return them to the place of purchase for a refund.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/snack-mixes-sold-in-stores-including-target-recalled-over-salmonella-worries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 22:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/snack-mixes-sold-in-stores-including-target-recalled-over-salmonella-worries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump, Lula avoid press at high stakes White House meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump and his Brazilian counterpart Luiz In&aacute;cio Lula da Silva avoided going before the press at their high stakes bilateral meeting at the White House on Thursday in what was supposed to be an on camera appearance before U.S. and Brazilian journlists. The only readout of the meeting so far came in the form [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-lula-avoid-press-at-high-stakes-white-house-meeting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-lula-avoid-press-at-high-stakes-white-house-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What causes hantavirus in the US?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of cases have been confirmed in the U.S. since the CDC started tracking the virus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-causes-hantavirus-in-the-us/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-causes-hantavirus-in-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Circle K offering 40 cents off every gallon of gas on Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's tough to find cheap gas these days, but Circle K is offering a discount at the pump for customers on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/circle-k-offering-40-cents-off-every-gallon-of-gas-on-thursday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/circle-k-offering-40-cents-off-every-gallon-of-gas-on-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters respond to fire at abandoned northwest Albuquerque building]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;An abandoned commercial building was damaged in a fire in northwest Albuquerque Thursday morning. Firefighters responded to 2924 2nd St. NW at 10:30 a.m. for a working fire in the single-story building. The fire was contained to the front room and appeared to be accidental, with no injuries reported. Albuquerque Fire Rescue said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/firefighters-respond-to-fire-at-abandoned-northwest-albuquerque-building/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/firefighters-respond-to-fire-at-abandoned-northwest-albuquerque-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warmer weather ahead of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Thursday! We had a frigid morning in western and northern New Mexico as cooler air settled in. Lows bottomed out in the 20s, and 30 north of I-40. Blue skies and sunshine are present in the Land of Enchantment with temperatures reaching the 50s, 60s, and 70s at the start of the afternoon. Drier [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warmer-weather-ahead-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warmer-weather-ahead-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Supreme Court upholds Muhammad Syed murder conviction]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Supreme Court on Thursday affirmed the first-degree murder conviction of Muhammad Syed for the shooting death of a man in Albuquerque in 2022. Syed was sentenced to life in prison in 2024 for the&nbsp;murders of three Muslim men. One of the victims was Aftab Hussein, who was shot 11 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-upholds-muhammad-syed-murder-conviction/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-upholds-muhammad-syed-murder-conviction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico woman pleads guilty after two-month-old daughter dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Zuni woman whose 2-month-old daughter died from asphyxiation in 2025 pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter. According to court documents, in January 2025, Miranda Cachini had consumed alcohol and fell asleep while breastfeeding her daughter. Cachini rolled over on top of the baby during the night, causing her daughter to die from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-woman-pleads-guilty-after-two-month-old-daughter-dies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-woman-pleads-guilty-after-two-month-old-daughter-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Los Alamos Police looks to reunite $50K worth of stolen goods with rightful owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ALAMOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Los Alamos Police Department is looking to reunite more than $50,000 worth of stolen goods with rightful owners. Police said investigators have recovered stolen and suspected stolen property connected to cases that led to over 70 charges total in Los Alamos County, Sandoval County, U.S. National Parks, and U.S. National [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-alamos-police-looks-to-reunite-50k-worth-of-stolen-goods-with-rightful-owners/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-alamos-police-looks-to-reunite-50k-worth-of-stolen-goods-with-rightful-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community support and resource fair for missing, murdered indigenous women]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Local advocacy groups are coming together to hold a rally honoring missing and murdered indigenous women, the families of the victims and to celebrate the work of these advocacy groups. Paint the Plaza Red is happening May 9, at Civic Plaza in downtown Albuquerque from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Attendees are encouraged [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-support-and-resource-fair-for-missing-murdered-indigenous-women/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-support-and-resource-fair-for-missing-murdered-indigenous-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This DJ who identifies as a horse is coming to the US]]></title><description><![CDATA[The tour has nine U.S. stops where farmies (the nickname for her fans) will get to see her.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/this-dj-who-identifies-as-a-horse-is-coming-to-the-us/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/this-dj-who-identifies-as-a-horse-is-coming-to-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ousted Indiana Republican state senator: 'I made the right choice' on redistricting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Indiana State Sen. Greg Walker (R) stood by his decision to oppose a state-level redistricting plan backed by President Donald Trump last year, even though it likely cost him his job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ousted-indiana-republican-state-senator-i-made-the-right-choice-on-redistricting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ousted-indiana-republican-state-senator-i-made-the-right-choice-on-redistricting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USDA tightens SNAP retailer rules, requiring more nutritious food options]]></title><description><![CDATA[The USDA has announced new requirements for retailers that accept SNAP benefits, mandating stores stock a wider range of nutritious foods in an effort to improve access to healthier options.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usda-tightens-snap-retailer-rules-requiring-more-nutritious-food-options/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usda-tightens-snap-retailer-rules-requiring-more-nutritious-food-options/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Virginia state senator on FBI raid: 'I am not backing down']]></title><description><![CDATA[Virginia state Senate leader L. Louise Lucas (D) struck an unyielding tone on Wednesday after federal authorities searched her office and a nearby cannabis dispensary that she co-owns, casting the reported probe against her as politically motivated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/top-virginia-state-senator-on-fbi-raid-i-am-not-backing-down/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/top-virginia-state-senator-on-fbi-raid-i-am-not-backing-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas prices surge, oil drops as Iran weighs deal with US]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;We're going to continue to trend higher until there is some sort of resolution reopening the strait," GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-prices-surge-oil-drops-as-iran-weighs-deal-with-us/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-prices-surge-oil-drops-as-iran-weighs-deal-with-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rubio meets with Pope Leo at Vatican only days after Trump's latest criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[(The Hill) &ndash; Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican early Thursday, days after President Trump reignited his feud with the American-born pontiff over the Iran war. Rubio met with the pope at 11:30 a.m. local time, according to his daily public schedule. At 12:15 p.m. local time, he [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rubio-meets-with-pope-leo-at-vatican-only-days-after-trumps-latest-criticism/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rubio-meets-with-pope-leo-at-vatican-only-days-after-trumps-latest-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markey leads Moulton in Massachusetts' Senate matchup: Emerson College Polling]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Emerson College Polling Massachusetts survey shows Democratic Sen. Ed Markey with a five-point lead over primary challenger Rep. Seth Moulton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/markey-leads-moulton-in-massachusetts-senate-matchup-emerson-college-polling/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/markey-leads-moulton-in-massachusetts-senate-matchup-emerson-college-polling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The states where middle-class income is growing most &ndash;&nbsp;and 2 where it's shrinking]]></title><description><![CDATA[A&nbsp;Pew Research study&nbsp;found about 51% of Americans were living in middle-class households in 2023, down from 61% in 1971. But some states are seeing middle-class households rake in bigger bucks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-states-where-middle-class-income-is-growing-most-ndashnbspand-2-where-its-shrinking/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-states-where-middle-class-income-is-growing-most-ndashnbspand-2-where-its-shrinking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matthew Perry's personal items, 'Friends' mementos are going to auction. Here's what's for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[A selection of Matthew Perry's personal items and souvenirs from his time on "Friends" are heading to the auction block to benefit a foundation in the late actor's name.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/matthew-perrys-personal-items-friends-mementos-are-going-to-auction-heres-whats-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/matthew-perrys-personal-items-friends-mementos-are-going-to-auction-heres-whats-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shiprock man sentenced for stabbing person multiple times in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[SHIPROCK, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Shiprock man has been sentenced to prison for stabbing a person three times in the back without provocation, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico. On April 19, 2025,&nbsp;Matthew David Charley, 30, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, approached the victim and his friends near [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shiprock-man-sentenced-for-stabbing-person-multiple-times-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shiprock-man-sentenced-for-stabbing-person-multiple-times-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victim remembered, NMHU leadership, Warming up, Liquor store break-in, New wind farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] Family remembers man shot and killed outside of Main Event - Isaiah Jackson-Herrera, 28, was shot and killed at Main Event on Pan American last month. Albuquerque Police say surveillance video shows him leaving the entertainment center with family and friends around 1:30 in the morning, walking past [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/victim-remembered-nmhu-leadership-warming-up-liquor-store-break-in-new-wind-farm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/victim-remembered-nmhu-leadership-warming-up-liquor-store-break-in-new-wind-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New wind farm coming to New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new wind farm is coming to New Mexico after State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard announced a deal with AFE Cedarvale&nbsp;Wind, LLC to develop a 10,160-acre wind farm in Torrance County. The state land office said wind farm will generate enough electricity to serve over 60,000 homes when complete. The project [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-wind-farm-coming-to-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-wind-farm-coming-to-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cold start before warmer weather ahead for New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Skies are clearer with cold &amp; drier air due to departing winds from the northwest on the backside of the storm system. This combines with a backdoor front passing through southeastern areas with patchy fog. Air temperatures in the north are starting off from the teens to the low 30s. Elsewhere to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cold-start-before-warmer-weather-ahead-for-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cold-start-before-warmer-weather-ahead-for-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heartbroken family remembers man shot and killed outside of Main Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A family is frustrated after they said their loved one was shot and killed in front of his two children outside of Main Event in Albuquerque. A heartbroken mother faces a new reality this year: "Every Mother's Day, he would text me, 'Mom, happy Mother's Day. I love you,'" said Sylvia Salazar. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heartbroken-family-remembers-man-shot-and-killed-outside-of-main-event/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 06:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heartbroken-family-remembers-man-shot-and-killed-outside-of-main-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warming trend starts after a cold start to the day Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colder air is moving into New Mexico tonight, bringing a late season freeze to northern parts of the state by Thursday morning. After that, a warming trend begins Thursday afternoon and will continue into next week. One last round of showers, thunderstorms, and mountain snow has been moving through the northern half of New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warming-trend-starts-after-a-cold-start-to-the-day-thursday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warming-trend-starts-after-a-cold-start-to-the-day-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ground broken on reforestation center in Mora County]]></title><description><![CDATA[MORA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Officials have broken ground on a new reforestation center in northern New Mexico. Three New Mexico universities are partnering with the state forestry division to build the center in Mora County, an area devastated by the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire four years ago. New Mexico State University said that once [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ground-broken-on-reforestation-center-in-mora-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ground-broken-on-reforestation-center-in-mora-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Match between New Mexico United and rival El Paso ends in a 2-all draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The latest battle between USL Championship rivals New Mexico United and El Paso Locomotive ended in a 2-all draw Wednesday night. The match was not short on excitement. Thirteen minutes into the match, Rubio Ruben broke through for the Locomotive to make it a 1-nil advantage for the visitors. By the 15th [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/match-between-new-mexico-united-and-rival-el-paso-ends-in-a-2-all-draw/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 06:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/match-between-new-mexico-united-and-rival-el-paso-ends-in-a-2-all-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thieves caught on camera stealing part of fence at Albuquerque distillery]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A brazen theft was caught on camera at an Albuquerque distillery. Surveillance video from April 30 shows two thieves wearing hard hats dismantling and stealing a fence outside the Hollow Spirits' upcoming Northeast Heights location. The owner said that the thieves got away with about half of that fence, hauling it away [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thieves-caught-on-camera-stealing-part-of-fence-at-albuquerque-distillery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thieves-caught-on-camera-stealing-part-of-fence-at-albuquerque-distillery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-teacher accused of sending inappropriate messages to student denied bond in Las Cruces]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KTSM) &mdash; A former Las Cruces middle school teacher and coach accused of sending inappropriate messages to a 14-year-old student will remain behind bars after a judge ordered pre-trial detention without bond on Tuesday, May 5. According to Las Cruces police, 43-year-old Wyatt Cornelius was arrested April 22 after investigators learned he had [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ex-teacher-accused-of-sending-inappropriate-messages-to-student-denied-bond-in-las-cruces/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 06:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ex-teacher-accused-of-sending-inappropriate-messages-to-student-denied-bond-in-las-cruces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Highlands University confirms change in leadership but doesn't say why]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A New Mexico university has been turned upside down by a shake-up in its leadership. New Mexico Highlands University's president was placed on leave while three other leaders' jobs are on the line, and the university has yet to speak out publicly about the situation. KRQE News 13 over the past two [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-highlands-university-confirms-change-in-leadership-but-doesnt-say-why/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-highlands-university-confirms-change-in-leadership-but-doesnt-say-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a deadly New Mexico outbreak led to the discovery of Hantavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Researchers at the University of New Mexico are once again in the national spotlight as hantavirus cases make headlines across the country. But long before the recent cruise ship outbreak and the death of Betsy Arakawa, wife of actor Gene Hackman, the deadly disease was first identified and studied in New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-a-deadly-new-mexico-outbreak-led-to-the-discovery-of-hantavirus/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-a-deadly-new-mexico-outbreak-led-to-the-discovery-of-hantavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It wasn't a dirty little secret: All-American Rejects perform surprise concert in the South Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The All-American rejects were special guests at Wednesday night's New Mexico United game, walking onto the pitch to their hit song Dirty Little Secret. They joined the teams for the opening coin flip and greeted local dignitaries like U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-New Mexico). The band even had a surprise concert [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/it-wasnt-a-dirty-little-secret-all-american-rejects-perform-surprise-concert-in-the-south-valley/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/it-wasnt-a-dirty-little-secret-all-american-rejects-perform-surprise-concert-in-the-south-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM softball wins first postseason game in 20 years in Mountain West Tournament opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; UNM softball is now on to the double-elimination round of the Mountain West Tournament after defeating Fresno State 7-2 Wednesday. The game was a single-elimination contest. With the win, the Lobos made it to the double-elimination round of the tournament in their first postseason appearance in 20 years and will now face [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-softball-wins-first-postseason-game-in-20-years-in-mountain-west-tournament-opener/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-softball-wins-first-postseason-game-in-20-years-in-mountain-west-tournament-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM men's golf headed to Bryan Regional as a number 4 seed]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The postseason continues for the 21st-ranked UNM men's golf team. The Lobos have been selected to compete in the NCAA Bryan Regional as a number 4 seed. Texas is the top seed. The Bryan Regional will feature a field of 14 teams, with UNLV being the only other Mountain West team in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-golf-headed-to-bryan-regional-as-a-number-4-seed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-golf-headed-to-bryan-regional-as-a-number-4-seed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Highlands part ways with first year men's basketball coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico Highlands men's basketball coach Zach Settembre is out after only one season with the Cowboys. The school is not saying what led to his firing. Just last week, the school announced a three-year contract extension for Settembre after he led New Mexico Highlands to its first winning season in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-highlands-part-ways-with-first-year-mens-basketball-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-highlands-part-ways-with-first-year-mens-basketball-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work on I-40 east of Gallup to resume starting Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; More road work is coming to a stretch of I-40 in western New Mexico. The New Mexico Department of Transportation will start the next phase of construction along a three-mile stretch east of Gallup. Crews will rebuild two driving lanes and shoulders on both the eastbound and westbound lanes. Work will be [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/work-on-i-40-east-of-gallup-to-resume-starting-monday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 04:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/work-on-i-40-east-of-gallup-to-resume-starting-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque invests in flashing crosswalk safety features outside three middle schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Looking to make streets safer for school kids, Albuquerque is putting new safety features on crosswalks outside of three middle schools. It&rsquo;s called the Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFP). Albuquerque City Councilor Stephanie Telles said it&rsquo;s a smart investment. &ldquo;They provide proven safety countermeasures in really high-traffic areas,&rdquo; she said, adding that RRFPs [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-invests-in-flashing-crosswalk-safety-features-outside-three-middle-schools/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-invests-in-flashing-crosswalk-safety-features-outside-three-middle-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caught-on-camera: Group of teens use car to break into Albuquerque liquor store]]></title><description><![CDATA[urveillance video shows a group of teens using a car to smash into an Albuquerque liquor store to help make off with thousands of dollars in alcohol.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/caught-on-camera-group-of-teens-use-car-to-break-into-albuquerque-liquor-store/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 02:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/caught-on-camera-group-of-teens-use-car-to-break-into-albuquerque-liquor-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOT holding open house on Rio Grande Gorge Bridge safety project]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Department of Transportation is hosting an open house on Thursday to share information about the Raise the Rails safety improvement project at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. They'll hold a meeting at the Sagebrush Inn and Suites in Taos. Attendees will get the chance to meet the project team and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-holding-open-house-on-rio-grande-gorge-bridge-safety-project/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-holding-open-house-on-rio-grande-gorge-bridge-safety-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and snow ending tonight, late season freeze Thursday morning for northern New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rain and snow will come to an end across New Mexico tonight, but colder air moving in will bring a late season freeze to northern parts of the state by Thursday morning. After that, a warming trend begins Thursday afternoon and will last into next week. One last round of showers, thunderstorms, and mountain snow [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-snow-ending-tonight-late-season-freeze-thursday-morning-for-northern-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-snow-ending-tonight-late-season-freeze-thursday-morning-for-northern-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Family Days' return to the Museum of Natural History &amp; Science in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Monthly "Family Days" are returning to the Museum of Natural History and Science this weekend. This month's family day will focus on how humans are impacting the local ecosystem, and what we can do to help conservation efforts around us. Family day is included with museum admission, and takes place this Saturday [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-days-return-to-the-museum-of-natural-history-amp-science-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-days-return-to-the-museum-of-natural-history-amp-science-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trial continues for former Albuquerque school teacher accused of raping teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; He's a former middle school teacher, on trial, accused of raping a teenager. However, that case was nearly derailed multiple times on Wednesday as prosecutors faced difficulty getting the victim to continue her testimony. The trial got off to a late start Wednesday morning as the victim at the center of the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-continues-for-former-albuquerque-school-teacher-accused-of-raping-teen/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-continues-for-former-albuquerque-school-teacher-accused-of-raping-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New food truck park opens at Winrock Town Center in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; If you're looking for different food options in Uptown Albuquerque, you're in luck. A food truck park at Winrock Town Center is opening for business. "The Campground at Winrock" is a curated food truck experience aiming to offer four to five food options - as of now, they have breakfast, Mexican, cheesesteaks, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-food-truck-park-opens-at-winrock-town-center-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-food-truck-park-opens-at-winrock-town-center-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Courts release instructional video about serving on a jury]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Courts released a new instructional video about how to serve on a jury. The video explains how the process works, from selection until the verdict is reached. Serving on a jury in New Mexico is different in some ways than anywhere else in the country. "New Mexico values the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-courts-release-instructional-video-about-serving-on-a-jury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-courts-release-instructional-video-about-serving-on-a-jury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Courts release instruction video about serving on a jury]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Courts released a new instructional video about how to serve on a jury. The video explains how the process works, from selection until the verdict is reached. Serving on a jury in New Mexico is different in some ways than anywhere else in the country. "New Mexico values the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-courts-release-instruction-video-about-serving-on-a-jury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-courts-release-instruction-video-about-serving-on-a-jury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fatal crash closes NM 502 two miles west of Pojoaque High School]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office said they have closed NM 502 in both directions at mile marker 13 due to a crash. They said it is a head-on collision with injuries. A 96-year-old woman died in the crash. The closure is about three miles east of NM 30 and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-closes-nm-502-two-miles-west-of-pojoaque-high-school/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-closes-nm-502-two-miles-west-of-pojoaque-high-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crashes closes NM 502 two miles west of Pojoaque High School]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office said they have closed NM 502 in both directions at mile marker 13 due to a crash. They said it is a head-on collision with injuries. The crash is about three miles east of NM 30 and two miles west of Pojoaque High School. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crashes-closes-nm-502-two-miles-west-of-pojoaque-high-school/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crashes-closes-nm-502-two-miles-west-of-pojoaque-high-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A look at Ted Turner's expansive ties to New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Ted Turner, who died Wednesday at age 87, held many titles in his lifetime, including media mogul, philanthropist, businessman, restaurateur, sports team owner, and champion sailor, to name a few. In New Mexico, he was most known for being one of the state's largest private landowners, acquiring over 1.1 million acres across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-look-at-ted-turners-expansive-ties-to-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 22:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-look-at-ted-turners-expansive-ties-to-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman arrested in connection to arson incidents at New Mexico State University]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State University Police arrested a woman who was wanted in connection with multiple arson incidents on the NMSU campus in Las Cruces. Robin Appleton, 58, is charged with three counts of arson over $500 and one count of larceny in connection with the incidents in the early hours on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-arrested-in-connection-to-arson-incidents-at-new-mexico-state-university/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-arrested-in-connection-to-arson-incidents-at-new-mexico-state-university/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[iPhone users could get up to $95 in settlement over 'misleading' Siri claims. Here's who qualifies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some iPhone owners are set to get a payout in a $250 million class action lawsuit over claims Apple was falsely advertising its phones' AI capabilities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iphone-users-could-get-up-to-95-in-settlement-over-misleading-siri-claims-heres-who-qualifies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iphone-users-could-get-up-to-95-in-settlement-over-misleading-siri-claims-heres-who-qualifies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Viral TikTok trend poses serious health risks, company warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[While there may be some benefits to your health, improper preparation can cause more harm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/viral-tiktok-trend-poses-serious-health-risks-company-warns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/viral-tiktok-trend-poses-serious-health-risks-company-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Blue dot fever': Why concert tours keep getting canceled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Concertgoers are feeling "blue" right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blue-dot-fever-why-concert-tours-keep-getting-canceled/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blue-dot-fever-why-concert-tours-keep-getting-canceled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raising dogs and mentoring kids with Daryl Chestnut; Van Tate's Sports Office]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This week, KRQE Sports Director sits down with an entrepreneur and former Lobos running back, Daryl Chestnut. The two discuss his 2017-2018 season with the Lobos, in which he rushed 1,208 yards and scored 14 touchdowns, what he learned in those years on the team, his now lucrative dog breeding business, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/raising-dogs-and-mentoring-kids-with-daryl-chestnut-van-tates-sports-office/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/raising-dogs-and-mentoring-kids-with-daryl-chestnut-van-tates-sports-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drier weather returns after Wednesday with warmer temperatures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! Yesterday's showers and storms brought beneficial rainfall to the Land of Enchantment. Rainfall totals stacked up to 0.11" at the Albuquerque Sunport and range from 0.13-.50 " in Cibola County. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), at least 0.47" of rainfall accumulated at the Gallup Airport and 0.56" near Mountainair. This afternoon [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-weather-returns-after-wednesday-with-warmer-temperatures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-weather-returns-after-wednesday-with-warmer-temperatures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque teen charged in connection to a murder will remain in custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A teen charged in connection to a murder near Old Town in Albuquerque will remain in custody, following a hearing Wednesday. Albuquerque police said Johnathan Gurrola, his cousin Brayan, and Heriberto Hernandez were going to buy alcohol from Luis Ortiz in a parking lot near Rio Grande and I-40. Witnesses told police [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-teen-charged-in-connection-to-a-murder-will-remain-in-custody/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-teen-charged-in-connection-to-a-murder-will-remain-in-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man pleads guilty burglary, other charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man was in court Wednesday taking a plea deal on multiple charges. According to court documents, Cody Montoya faced a list of charges ranging from larceny to burglary. Montoya, who was previously listed on APD's Top 10 burglary offender list, was arrested by detectives in 2025. Wednesday in court Montoya [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-pleads-guilty-burglary-other-charges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-pleads-guilty-burglary-other-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work on NM 344 may cause delays for drivers in Edgewood, NMDOT says]]></title><description><![CDATA[EDGEWOOD, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Drivers in Edgewood may experience traffic delays as the New Mexico Department of Transportation begins a roadway rehabilitation project on NM 344. The $1.5 million project, which is set to start on Friday, will span from milepost 5 to milepost 9 and will include the milling and repaving of the existing roadway surface. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/work-on-nm-344-may-cause-delays-for-drivers-in-edgewood-nmdot-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/work-on-nm-344-may-cause-delays-for-drivers-in-edgewood-nmdot-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These Americans are hit hardest by gas prices right now]]></title><description><![CDATA[The figures suggest the gas-price surge has worsened what many economists call&nbsp;the &ldquo;K-shaped economy."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-americans-are-hit-hardest-by-gas-prices-right-now/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-americans-are-hit-hardest-by-gas-prices-right-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus cases on cruise ship rise as patients evacuated to Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people have died, and one body remained on the ship, the&nbsp;World Health Organization&nbsp;said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-cases-on-cruise-ship-rise-as-patients-evacuated-to-europe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hantavirus-cases-on-cruise-ship-rise-as-patients-evacuated-to-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump takes sharp turn toward ending Iran war]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump announced a sudden end to his operation to break Iran&rsquo;s hold on the Hormuz Strait on Tuesday night, hours before reports emerged that Washington and Tehran are closing in on the framework of a deal to end the war. The president again threatened to resume bombing if the deal falls through, but Trump&rsquo;s [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-takes-sharp-turn-toward-ending-iran-war/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-takes-sharp-turn-toward-ending-iran-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hegseth shoots down report Iran has 'kamikaze dolphins,' jokes that US might]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hegseth, while smirking, said he "can&rsquo;t confirm or deny whether we have kamikaze dolphins."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hegseth-shoots-down-report-iran-has-kamikaze-dolphins-jokes-that-us-might/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hegseth-shoots-down-report-iran-has-kamikaze-dolphins-jokes-that-us-might/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog missing for 12 years reunites with owner after 1,400-mile journey from Florida to Texas]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 13-year-old husky found in Florida took a 1,400-mile journey to reunite with her owner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dog-missing-for-12-years-reunites-with-owner-after-1400-mile-journey-from-florida-to-texas/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dog-missing-for-12-years-reunites-with-owner-after-1400-mile-journey-from-florida-to-texas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skunk found on 14th St. in Clovis tests positive for rabies]]></title><description><![CDATA[CLOVIS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; A skunk found in Clovis has tested positive for rabies, according to city officials. Clovis Animal Control Officers initially responded to the report of an animal behaving abnormally in the 2300 block of East 14th Street on Friday, May 1. This is the first confirmed case of rabies within the City of Clovis [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/skunk-found-on-14th-st-in-clovis-tests-positive-for-rabies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/skunk-found-on-14th-st-in-clovis-tests-positive-for-rabies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CNN founder Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer, has died at age 87]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK (AP) &mdash; Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer who raced yachts, owned huge chunks of the American West and transformed the news business by launching CNN and introducing the 24-hour news cycle, died Wednesday. He was 87. Turner died surrounded by his family, according to Turner Enterprises, the company that oversees [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cnn-founder-ted-turner-a-brash-and-outspoken-television-pioneer-has-died-at-age-87/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cnn-founder-ted-turner-a-brash-and-outspoken-television-pioneer-has-died-at-age-87/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rand Paul pushes for Fauci indictment before statute of limitations expires ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) on Tuesday called for Anthony Fauci, former longtime director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), to be indicted for what the senator claimed was his lying under oath about gain-of-function research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rand-paul-pushes-for-fauci-indictment-before-statute-of-limitations-expires/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rand-paul-pushes-for-fauci-indictment-before-statute-of-limitations-expires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FDA approves some flavored vapes after reports of Trump pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday approved marketing for four flavored vapes made by the company Glas Inc. in what the agency says is an effort to tamp down on underage use of these products.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fda-approves-some-flavored-vapes-after-reports-of-trump-pressure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fda-approves-some-flavored-vapes-after-reports-of-trump-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas costs 50% more than it did before the Iran war]]></title><description><![CDATA[The main ingredient in gasoline cost is the price of a barrel of crude oil.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-costs-50-more-than-it-did-before-the-iran-war/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-costs-50-more-than-it-did-before-the-iran-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abortion pill fight thrust into spotlight as midterms heat up]]></title><description><![CDATA[A federal court has thrust the issue of abortion back into the national spotlight, just months before the midterm elections.&nbsp;&nbsp; Voter anger about abortion rights after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022 helped propel Democrats to a series of midterm victories that year.But when then-Vice President Kamala Harris lost the White [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abortion-pill-fight-thrust-into-spotlight-as-midterms-heat-up/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abortion-pill-fight-thrust-into-spotlight-as-midterms-heat-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former coach accused, Rape trial begins, Some rain continues, Downtown dance studio, Sandia Peak Tram anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] Former NM Tech women&rsquo;s rugby coach accused of inappropriately touching 17-year-old player - An arrest warrant is out for a former women&rsquo;s rugby assistant coach at New Mexico Tech. Milaan Van Wyk is accused of inappropriately touching one of his players. Police believe he leveraged his coaching position [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-coach-accused-rape-trial-begins-some-rain-continues-downtown-dance-studio-sandia-peak-tram-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-coach-accused-rape-trial-begins-some-rain-continues-downtown-dance-studio-sandia-peak-tram-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leftover precipitation &amp; chilly weather for many around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Clouds are passing through with spotty pockets of rain and mountain snow around the Four Corners with colder air. Moisture is still moving from a storm system to the northwest, but upper-level winds from the west are translating to dry surface air with northwesterly winds. Air temperatures in the north are starting [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/leftover-precipitation-amp-chilly-weather-for-many-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/leftover-precipitation-amp-chilly-weather-for-many-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former New Mexico Tech women's rugby coach accused of inappropriately touching 17-year-old player]]></title><description><![CDATA[SOCORRO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An arrest warrant is out for a former women's rugby assistant coach at a New Mexico university. That coach is accused of inappropriately touching one of his players. Milaan Van Wyk, a native of Namibia, was the first athlete to ever receive the New Mexico Tech Coach's Choice scholarship in 2021. And [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-tech-womens-rugby-coach-accused-of-inappropriately-touching-17-year-old-player/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-tech-womens-rugby-coach-accused-of-inappropriately-touching-17-year-old-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moisture continues into Wednesday before drier weather returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[More scattered to widespread showers and storms chances have been moving through New Mexico today. Temperatures also have dropped significantly across the state this afternoon by as much as 25&deg;. Showers, storms and high elevation snowfall will continue to move throughout much of the region with southeast New Mexico remaining quiet through Wednesday. Drier air [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-continues-into-wednesday-before-drier-weather-returns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-continues-into-wednesday-before-drier-weather-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traveling Alebrijes showcase opens at Mexican Consulate in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new art exhibit celebrating Mexican culture was unveiled just in time for Cinco de Mayo. Six art pieces called "Alebrijes" are now on display at the Consulate of Mexico in Albuquerque. The traveling exhibits feature papier-mache art called "Cartoneria" created by the Linares family from Mexico City. "It's really creatures that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traveling-alebrijes-showcase-opens-at-mexican-consulate-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traveling-alebrijes-showcase-opens-at-mexican-consulate-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Albuquerque dance studio holding strong amid two crises]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The collapse at Lindy's Diner has left a downtown Albuquerque dance studio in limbo, forcing it to close its doors, and it's just the latest issue to plague the business. Downtown businesses are still shaken, a week after a wall collapsed at the Bliss Building. "We were really, really grateful that nobody [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/downtown-albuquerque-dance-studio-holding-strong-amid-two-crises/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 04:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/downtown-albuquerque-dance-studio-holding-strong-amid-two-crises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shiyazh Pete is excited about his Dallas Cowboys opportunity]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; While talking to the media at Dallas Cowboys rookie mini camp last week, undrafted free agent Shiyazh Pete let it be known that he was well aware of the opportunity before him. "To put on the star is, again, surreal," said Pete. "But, I have to earn that star. I wouldn't say [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shiyazh-pete-is-excited-about-his-dallas-cowboys-opportunity/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 04:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shiyazh-pete-is-excited-about-his-dallas-cowboys-opportunity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road over El Vado Dam to close for the summer for safety inspections]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Rehab efforts will force the road over a northern New Mexico dam to shut down this summer. The United States Bureau of Reclamation said that starting May 27, safety inspectors will examine El Vado Dam, west of Tierra Amarilla. That means State Road 112 at the dam will be closed for 14 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/road-over-el-vado-dam-to-close-for-the-summer-for-safety-inspections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 03:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/road-over-el-vado-dam-to-close-for-the-summer-for-safety-inspections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern New Mexico divided as LANL expansion raises economic hopes and environmental fears]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ALAMOS COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A federal decision has cleared the way for major expansion at Los Alamos National Laboratory, but as development ramps up, not everyone is on the same page. LANL is on the cusp of a far-reaching expansion after a recent federal decision in part calling for millions of square feet in new [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/northern-new-mexico-divided-as-lanl-expansion-raises-economic-hopes-and-environmental-fears/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 03:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/northern-new-mexico-divided-as-lanl-expansion-raises-economic-hopes-and-environmental-fears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of sexually abusing 11-year-old in New Mexico arrested in Tennessee]]></title><description><![CDATA[RUIDOSO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Authorities in Tennessee arrested a man accused of sexually abusing an 11-year-old child in New Mexico. Ruidoso police obtained an arrest warrant for Kory Jolly last month, nearly two years after they say he sexually assaulted the girl. Police say that DNA test results released in March linked Jolly to the crime. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-sexually-abusing-11-year-old-in-new-mexico-arrested-in-tennessee/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 03:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-sexually-abusing-11-year-old-in-new-mexico-arrested-in-tennessee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Department of Justice says Meta's age verification measures should be stronger]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Trying to convince a judge to change how the parent company of Facebook and Instagram does business in New Mexico, the New Mexico State Department of Justice is proposing strong rules, including verifying how old its users actually are. An expert witness testified for the state on Tuesday, suggesting that Meta's current [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-justice-says-metas-age-verification-measures-should-be-stronger/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 03:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-justice-says-metas-age-verification-measures-should-be-stronger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder or self-defense? Investigation into father's death still incomplete 4+ years later]]></title><description><![CDATA[NOTE: Because this case is still open, KRQE is not identifying anyone but the victim. EDGEWOOD, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Shot by a neighbor. Was it murder or self-defense? More than four years later, that is a question the family of the man killed is still waiting for the police and prosecutors to answer. Why hasn&rsquo;t this homicide [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/murder-or-self-defense-investigation-into-fathers-death-still-incomplete-4-years-later/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 01:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/murder-or-self-defense-investigation-into-fathers-death-still-incomplete-4-years-later/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trial begins for former Albuquerque school teacher accused of raping teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Accused of giving alcohol to teens and raping a former student, a former Albuquerque teacher is now on trial. Highlighting a relationship that started in school and continued through social media, prosecutors claim former middle school teacher Patrick Corr took advantage of teens, then tried to hide it. &ldquo;This is a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-begins-for-former-albuquerque-school-teacher-accused-of-raping-teen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 01:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-begins-for-former-albuquerque-school-teacher-accused-of-raping-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KRQE holds live Q&amp;A with Democratic governor candidates]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; KRQE News 13 is hosting a live televised Q&amp;A with the Democratic candidates running in the governor's race. The live Q&amp;A will start at 6 p.m. on FOX 505 and the KRQE NOW app, where we'll hear from Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman and Former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-holds-live-qampa-with-democratic-governor-candidates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-holds-live-qampa-with-democratic-governor-candidates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early voting in New Mexico begins with new semi-open primary rules for independent voters]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Early voting in New Mexico began on Tuesday, but what makes this year different is that it's the first time independent voters can vote in the primary without changing their affiliation. "The New Mexico state legislature passed this into law in 2024, so we've had some time to prepare for this," Bernalillo [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/early-voting-in-new-mexico-begins-with-new-semi-open-primary-rules-for-independent-voters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/early-voting-in-new-mexico-begins-with-new-semi-open-primary-rules-for-independent-voters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Showers, storms and mountain snow continue to move through New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[More scattered to widespread showers and storms chances have been moving through New Mexico today. Temperatures also have dropped significantly across the state this afternoon by as much as 25&deg;. Showers, storms and high elevation snowfall will continue to move throughout much of the region with southeast New Mexico remaining quiet through Wednesday. Drier air [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storms-and-mountain-snow-continue-to-move-through-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storms-and-mountain-snow-continue-to-move-through-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 injured after shooting in Durango]]></title><description><![CDATA[DURANGO, Colo.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Durango police said one person was injured after a shooting near the skate park. Officers responded just after 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday, where they found the victim. One person is in custody. There are no threats to the public. The Animas River Trail is closed from the skate park south to the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-injured-after-shooting-in-durango/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-injured-after-shooting-in-durango/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandia Peak Tramway offers discount for 60th anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The iconic Sandia Peak Tramway is celebrating its 60th anniversary this weekend. In honor of 60 years, all tram tickets will have a 60% discount on Saturday and Sunday. "This anniversary is not just about the&nbsp;Tram; it&rsquo;s about the people. It is our opportunity to recognize and thank the millions of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-peak-tramway-offers-discount-for-60th-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-peak-tramway-offers-discount-for-60th-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5-year-old survives crash that killed 2 Farmington residents in Colorado]]></title><description><![CDATA[FARMINGTON, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Colorado State Patrol said two Farmington residents were killed in a crash east of Bayfield, Colorado, on Friday. According to police, a Chevrolet S10 had rolled off the south shoulder of eastbound Highway 160, flipped potentially multiple times, and then came to rest on its roof. Police believe the crash happened around [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-year-old-survives-crash-that-killed-2-farmington-residents-in-colorado/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-year-old-survives-crash-that-killed-2-farmington-residents-in-colorado/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ BioPark Zoo hosts special Mother's Day event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The ABQ BioPark Zoo is hosting a special event for all of the moms this Mother's Day. "Mother's Day at the Zoo" will take place on Sunday and will feature over 20 different bands performing live music, and discovery stations set up throughout the zoo. The discovery stations will highlight the roles of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-zoo-hosts-special-mothers-day-event/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-zoo-hosts-special-mothers-day-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced to prison for role in murder of teen on Pajarito Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man was sentenced to prison for his role in the shooting death of a teen whose body was found on the Pajarito Mesa, located just outside of Albuquerque. Daniel Medrano Garcia, 19, pled no contest to multiple charges, including first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, armed robbery with a firearm [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-to-prison-for-role-in-murder-of-teen-on-pajarito-mesa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-to-prison-for-role-in-murder-of-teen-on-pajarito-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UnitedHealthcare to eliminate prior authorization for 30% of services]]></title><description><![CDATA[UnitedHealthcare plans to eliminate prior authorization requirements for 30% of services by the end of 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unitedhealthcare-to-eliminate-prior-authorization-for-30-of-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unitedhealthcare-to-eliminate-prior-authorization-for-30-of-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to tell if you may qualify for ‘significant’ IRS refunds from COVID-era]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tens of millions of Americans may qualify, according to the Taxpayer Advocate Service.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-to-tell-if-you-may-qualify-for-significant-irs-refunds-from-covid-era/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-to-tell-if-you-may-qualify-for-significant-irs-refunds-from-covid-era/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Showers, storms move through New Mexico today]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's a rainy Tuesday! Light rain this morning, and now showers are moving through the Albuquerque Metro Area. Rainfall accumulations at the Sunport only stacked up to .04" as of about 9:50 a.m., but we are likely adding to it with rainfall early this afternoon. Showers and rumbles of thunder are expected for the rest [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storms-move-through-new-mexico-today/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/showers-storms-move-through-new-mexico-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soil at golf course where East Wing debris was dumped tests positive for toxic metals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soil taken from the White House as part of construction for President Donald Trump's ballroom project and dumped at nearby East Potomac Park tested positive for toxic chemicals, according to a new report.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/soil-at-golf-course-where-east-wing-debris-was-dumped-tests-positive-for-toxic-metals/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/soil-at-golf-course-where-east-wing-debris-was-dumped-tests-positive-for-toxic-metals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta dropping complimentary food, drink service on select flights]]></title><description><![CDATA[You may want to pack your own snacks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/delta-dropping-complimentary-food-drink-service-on-select-flights/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/delta-dropping-complimentary-food-drink-service-on-select-flights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your donation to KRQE Cares Shoes for Kids has helped to put over 35,000 pairs of shoes on students in Title 1 schools!]]></title><description><![CDATA[KRQE Cares Shoes for Kids is holding a phone bank on May 7 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. You can donate through the upcoming phone banks or simply by going to the red donate button to donate online. All donations go to our partner Assistance League of ABQ and 100% of your donation is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/your-donation-to-krqe-cares-shoes-for-kids-has-helped-to-put-over-35000-pairs-of-shoes-on-students-in-title-1-schools/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/your-donation-to-krqe-cares-shoes-for-kids-has-helped-to-put-over-35000-pairs-of-shoes-on-students-in-title-1-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free well water testing for Tijeras residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Environment Department and New Mexico Department of Health are hosting a free well water testing event for Tijeras residents who rely on private wells for drinking water. The testing event will be May 9, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Tijeras Senior Center. Testing is free for the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-well-water-testing-for-tijeras-residents/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-well-water-testing-for-tijeras-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police charge 2 for deadly shooting outside Albuquerque entertainment center]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Two people have been charged for a deadly shooting outside the Main Event entertainment center in northeast Albuquerque on April 19. Albuquerque Police Department detectives arrested Wyatt Drake, 17, overnight. He is accused of fatally shooting Isaiah Jackson-Herrera, 28, during an altercation outside the entertainment center. Police have also charged Kevin Vargas, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-charge-2-for-deadly-shooting-outside-albuquerque-entertainment-center/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-charge-2-for-deadly-shooting-outside-albuquerque-entertainment-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hegseth says ceasefire is not over, Project Freedom 'churn' was expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. military retaliated Monday after Iran opened fire on U.S. warships,&nbsp;destroying six Iranian small boats, according to Adm. Brad Cooper, the commander of U.S. Central Command (Centcom).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hegseth-says-ceasefire-is-not-over-project-freedom-churn-was-expected/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hegseth-says-ceasefire-is-not-over-project-freedom-churn-was-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Parent Trap' star Hayley Mills says she gave money from early roles, Disney films to 'the tax man']]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;It was rather a big chunk. &hellip; It was most of it," she explained in a recent podcast appearance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/parent-trap-star-hayley-mills-says-she-gave-money-from-early-roles-disney-films-to-the-tax-man/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/parent-trap-star-hayley-mills-says-she-gave-money-from-early-roles-disney-films-to-the-tax-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expect another summer of higher cooling bills]]></title><description><![CDATA[Households are expected to spend 8.5% more to cool their homes this summer than last year, a new forecast shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expect-another-summer-of-higher-cooling-bills/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expect-another-summer-of-higher-cooling-bills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pussycat Dolls cancel 'all but one' US concerts on reunion tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North American leg of the PCD FOREVER tour was set to include 30 dates in the U.S. and two in Canada, according to a tour announcement published in March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pussycat-dolls-cancel-all-but-one-us-concerts-on-reunion-tour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pussycat-dolls-cancel-all-but-one-us-concerts-on-reunion-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New rule limits student loan forgiveness credits]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new rule could penalize borrowers switching between income-driven repayment plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-rule-limits-student-loan-forgiveness-credits/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-rule-limits-student-loan-forgiveness-credits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines collapse could hit flyers, raise costs for other flights]]></title><description><![CDATA[The collapse of Spirit Airlines is set to reverberate across the airline industry, after failed bailout talks with the Trump administration led the prominent budget carrier to abruptly shut down over the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-airlines-collapse-could-hit-flyers-raise-costs-for-other-flights/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-airlines-collapse-could-hit-flyers-raise-costs-for-other-flights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas prices rise 30 cents in past week]]></title><description><![CDATA[The price of diesel, meanwhile, is more than $5.64 as of Monday, nearly 20 cents higher than a week ago, according to AAA.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-prices-rise-30-cents-in-past-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-prices-rise-30-cents-in-past-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[81 percent of young Americans say economic conditions are bad or terrible: Survey]]></title><description><![CDATA[As for whom Americans ages 18-29 blame for the state of the economy, Trump and &ldquo;corporate greed/large companies&rdquo; were the most common answers.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/81-percent-of-young-americans-say-economic-conditions-are-bad-or-terrible-survey/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/81-percent-of-young-americans-say-economic-conditions-are-bad-or-terrible-survey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOT to replace 2 bridges along highway 337 east of Manzano Mountains]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESTANCIA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Two new bridges will be installed along the east side of the Manzano Mountains to replace aging ones on NM 337. Starting on May 15, bridges 5824 and 5825 north of Torreon are scheduled to be demolished and replaced with new structures in their place. Detour lanes will be available at each [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-to-replace-2-bridges-along-highway-337-east-of-manzano-mountains/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-to-replace-2-bridges-along-highway-337-east-of-manzano-mountains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Meta trial, Albuquerque city council, Rain and cooler weather, On-ramp closure, Open council seat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] Second trial against Meta begins in New Mexico - The State of New Mexico is taking social media giant Meta back to court, this time arguing for major changes to how its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, protect young people from dangers online. But Meta argues that those [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-meta-trial-albuquerque-city-council-rain-and-cooler-weather-on-ramp-closure-open-council-seat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-meta-trial-albuquerque-city-council-rain-and-cooler-weather-on-ramp-closure-open-council-seat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I-25 southbound Montgomery on-ramp to close for upcoming construction]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;As early as May 17, crews in Albuquerque will begin work on the new southbound I-25 Montgomery Blvd. on-ramp and southbound Frontage Rd. between Montgomery and Midtown Rd. This is part of the I-25 improvement project. The New Mexico Department of Transportation says work will continue for about seven weeks. The current southbound [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-25-southbound-montgomery-on-ramp-to-close-for-upcoming-construction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-25-southbound-montgomery-on-ramp-to-close-for-upcoming-construction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Vs. Meta: Will Social Media Habits Change?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A New Mexico jury delivered a landmark verdict against Meta, finding the company knowingly put children and teens at risk, while misleading users about the safety of its platforms. However, the legal battle against Meta continues this week in Santa Fe. This week on the New Mexico News Insiders Podcast, Chris and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-vs-meta-will-social-media-habits-change/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-vs-meta-will-social-media-habits-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderstorm chances, cooler, &amp; gusty weather around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Clouds are passing through with isolated pockets of rain and mountain snow in western through northern areas and parts of the Rio Grande Valley through the central mountains. Moisture is arriving from a storm system to the northwest, but upper-level winds from the west are translating to dry surface air with gustier [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thunderstorm-chances-cooler-amp-gusty-weather-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thunderstorm-chances-cooler-amp-gusty-weather-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill offering extra resources to certain areas of Albuquerque passes city council despite major pushback]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A proposal in Albuquerque could change how the city handles safety, homelessness, and business districts all at the same time, passed Monday night despite major pushback during an Albuquerque City Council meeting. The safety ordinance looks to give specific areas, like downtown for example, more resources, but some rules have critics saying [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bill-offering-extra-resources-to-certain-areas-of-albuquerque-passes-city-council-despite-major-pushback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 06:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bill-offering-extra-resources-to-certain-areas-of-albuquerque-passes-city-council-despite-major-pushback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second trial against Meta begins in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&ndash; The State of New Mexico is taking social media giant Meta back to court, this time arguing for major changes to how its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, protect young people from dangers online. But Meta argues that those changes could force them to leave the state. The New Mexico Department of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/second-trial-against-meta-begins-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/second-trial-against-meta-begins-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breezier winds and wetter weather moves into New Mexico through midweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cloudier skies have moved into New Mexico today along with warmer temperatures. A few spotty to isolated showers have also developed this afternoon across western parts of New Mexico. Overnight, upper level moisture will increase across the region. This will bring more scattered to widespread shower and storm chances starting Tuesday. Showers, storms and high [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/breezier-winds-and-wetter-weather-moves-into-new-mexico-through-midweek/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/breezier-winds-and-wetter-weather-moves-into-new-mexico-through-midweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho taking applications to fill vacant District 4 city council seat]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Rio Rancho is taking applications to fill a vacant council seat. The District 4 position opened up last month after Councilor Paul Wymer became mayor. That district covers the area around Rio Rancho Elementary School and the old Chamisa Hills golf course west to Unser Blvd. Those interested [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-taking-applications-to-fill-vacant-district-4-city-council-seat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-taking-applications-to-fill-vacant-district-4-city-council-seat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angelo Leo is ready to face former sparring partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The last time they shared a sparring round, it was for practice. It will count in a big way Saturday night as IBF featherweight champion Angelo Leo and Ra'esse Aleem battle with a belt on the line. Leo plans to leave the fight like he entered, IBF champion. He expects a still [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/angelo-leo-is-ready-to-face-former-sparring-partner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 04:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/angelo-leo-is-ready-to-face-former-sparring-partner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video: Lordsburg police officer arrested for DWI]]></title><description><![CDATA[LORDSBURG, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A New Mexico police officer was arrested for DWI after sheriff's deputies said he hit a traffic sign and tried to hide from them. When he found out he was under arrest, video shows him cursing out his fellow officers. It was back on April 27, when the Hidalgo County Sheriff's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-lordsburg-police-officer-arrested-for-dwi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 01:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-lordsburg-police-officer-arrested-for-dwi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shower and storm chances increase through the middle of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cloudier skies have moved into New Mexico today along with warmer temperatures. A few spotty to isolated showers have also developed this afternoon across western parts of New Mexico. Overnight, upper level moisture will increase across the region. This will bring more scattered to widespread shower and storm chances starting Tuesday. Showers, storms and high [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-and-storm-chances-increase-through-the-middle-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 01:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-and-storm-chances-increase-through-the-middle-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ BioPark hosts 'Mother's Day at the Zoo' event with live music]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; With less than a week until Mother's Day, the Albuquerque BioPark is inviting families to get a little wild this year with their "Mother's Day at the Zoo" celebration. The zoo is honoring moms of every kind with seven different live music venues, discovery stations, and chats with zoo keepers of some [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-hosts-mothers-day-at-the-zoo-event-with-live-music/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-hosts-mothers-day-at-the-zoo-event-with-live-music/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man who shot and killed gas station thief receives sentence]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A gas station employee got a life sentence in court on Monday for murdering a shoplifter he caught. Two years ago, then 37-year-old Stephen McCorkle shot and killed James Rendon, whom he caught shoplifting various items with another person. McCorkle was working at the Shwan's Gas Station at Lomas and Louisiana when he [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-who-shot-and-killed-gas-station-thief-receives-sentence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-who-shot-and-killed-gas-station-thief-receives-sentence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Museum of Nuclear Science hosts 'Science on Tap' event on Friday, May 8]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The National Museum of Nuclear Science and History is inviting great minds to gather over great beer. This Friday, the museum is hosting another "Science on Tap" event on "The Deadly Blue Flash." The event will take an in-depth look at the nuclear accidents that shaped the US. Doors open at 5:30 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/national-museum-of-nuclear-science-hosts-science-on-tap-event-on-friday-may-8/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/national-museum-of-nuclear-science-hosts-science-on-tap-event-on-friday-may-8/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho breaks ground on first new fire station in 15 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in more than a decade, Rio Rancho is building a new station for fire crews, close to Albuquerque where more business and homes are springing up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-breaks-ground-on-first-new-fire-station-in-15-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-breaks-ground-on-first-new-fire-station-in-15-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple watch fall detector calls first responders after ABQ roof collapse]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; APD is highlighting a call they got from an Apple watch "Fall Detection" notification that turned a silent emergency into a rapid response. Newer models have a detection feature that tracks when a person has a hard fall and whether they remain still after. If there's no movement for 30 seconds, it [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apple-watch-fall-detector-calls-first-responders-after-abq-roof-collapse/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apple-watch-fall-detector-calls-first-responders-after-abq-roof-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced for crash that injured motorcyclist]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man, facing multiple charges after putting a motorcyclist in the hospital, was sentenced on Monday. Police reports said that in May 2025, then 28-year-old Anthony Nez was driving a Chevy truck at a high speed, with no license plate, when he struck a man on a motorcycle off Lomas Blvd. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-crash-that-injured-motorcyclist/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-crash-that-injured-motorcyclist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early voting in Bernalillo County begins May 5 at Clerk's Annex]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Heads up Albuquerque - early voting for the June primary election begins Tuesday through May 15 at the County Clerk's office located off Lomas. The annex is open from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Then, from May 16 until the end of the month, early voting expands to more [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/early-voting-in-bernalillo-county-begins-may-5-at-clerks-annex/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/early-voting-in-bernalillo-county-begins-may-5-at-clerks-annex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Non-stop flights between Ruidoso and Denver begin June 25]]></title><description><![CDATA[RUIDOSO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Contour airlines announced an upcoming new flight, taking passengers between Ruidoso and Denver. The non-stop flights will begin June 25, using 30-seat regional jets. Service is expected to run Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/non-stop-flights-between-ruidoso-and-denver-begin-june-25/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/non-stop-flights-between-ruidoso-and-denver-begin-june-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students at Grants-area schools receive shoes from KRQE viewers]]></title><description><![CDATA[GRANTS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Thanks to your support, KRQE got the opportunity to give more shoes to New Mexico children for one of our favorite programs here at News 13. Boxes headed to the Grants area on Monday as part of our KRQE Cares Shoes for Kids program.The program delivers shoes to Albuquerque metro area schools [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/students-at-grants-area-schools-receive-shoes-from-krqe-viewers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/students-at-grants-area-schools-receive-shoes-from-krqe-viewers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury selection begins for Albuquerque teacher accused of sexually assaulting 2 students]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Jury selection began for a former Albuquerque middle school teacher accused of having sex with two students. Patrick Corr was a teacher at John Adams Middle School when the two accusers came forward. According to investigators, Corr used alcohol to take advantage of the alleged victims, and one 16-year-old girl became pregnant [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-2-students/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-2-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury selection begins for Albuquerque teacher accused of sexually abusing 2 students]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Jury selection began for a former Albuquerque middle school teacher accused of having sex with two students. Patrick Corr was a teacher at John Adams Middle School when the two accusers came forward. According to investigators, Corr used alcohol to take advantage of the alleged victims, and one 16-year-old girl became pregnant [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-sexually-abusing-2-students/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-sexually-abusing-2-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury selection begins for Albuquerque teacher accused of having sex with 2 students]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Jury selection began for a former Albuquerque middle school teacher accused of having sex with two students. Patrick Corr was a teacher at John Adams Middle School when the two accusers came forward. According to investigators, Corr used alcohol to take advantage of the alleged victims, and one 16-year-old girl became pregnant [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-having-sex-with-2-students/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-albuquerque-teacher-accused-of-having-sex-with-2-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury selection begins for man charged in Albuquerque shooting that killed teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Jury selection began Monday morning for one of six teens accused of firing more than 200 shots into an apartment building and killing a teenager. In 2021, then-16-year-old Gabriel Garcia Zimmerman was killed in a violent shooting on Albuquerque's east side. Zimmerman was allegedly not the intended target. Investigators said that the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-man-charged-in-albuquerque-shooting-that-killed-teen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-selection-begins-for-man-charged-in-albuquerque-shooting-that-killed-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isolated rain for some but warming up &amp; humid]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) - Clouds are passing through with isolated pockets of rain and mountain-peak snow in northern areas earlier. Moisture aloft is arriving from a storm system to the northwest, but upper-level winds from the west are translating to drier, westerly winds at the surface. Air temperatures in the north were mostly starting off around [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-rain-for-some-but-warming-up-amp-humid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-rain-for-some-but-warming-up-amp-humid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran opened fire on US warships; 6 small boats destroyed in retaliation: Centcom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran opened fire on U.S. warships in the Middle East on Monday and the U.S. military retaliated, destroying six Iranian small boats, according to U.S. Central Command's (Centcom) commander, Adm. Brad Cooper.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iran-opened-fire-on-us-warships-6-small-boats-destroyed-in-retaliation-centcom/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/iran-opened-fire-on-us-warships-6-small-boats-destroyed-in-retaliation-centcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grammy-winning&nbsp;rock band's ex-guitarist facing potential life sentence for alleged attack on frontman's dad]]></title><description><![CDATA[The guitarist was allegedly involved in a hit-and-run incident in March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grammy-winningnbsprock-bands-ex-guitarist-facing-potential-life-sentence-for-alleged-attack-on-frontmans-dad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grammy-winningnbsprock-bands-ex-guitarist-facing-potential-life-sentence-for-alleged-attack-on-frontmans-dad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Powerball drawing produces semi-rare 'back-to-back' jackpot wins]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was another notable night for the Powerball on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/powerball-drawing-produces-semi-rare-back-to-back-jackpot-wins/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/powerball-drawing-produces-semi-rare-back-to-back-jackpot-wins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rubio to meet Pope Leo in wake of Trump's attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican and Italian officials in Rome this week, as President Donald Trump&rsquo;s confrontations with the church and Italian government have soured relations.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rubio-to-meet-pope-leo-in-wake-of-trumps-attacks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rubio-to-meet-pope-leo-in-wake-of-trumps-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM vs NMSU: Which film program is a better fit for you?]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The University of New Mexico (UNM) in Albuquerque and New Mexico State University (NMSU) in Las Cruces both offer degrees in film. Both universities offer unique experiences for students, considering the location of the school relative to local film production, the types of degrees offered, and the film facilities available for student use. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-vs-nmsu-which-film-program-is-a-better-fit-for-you/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-vs-nmsu-which-film-program-is-a-better-fit-for-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit says most customers refunded after shutdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines said Sunday that most of its customers had received refunds for their flights after the airline&rsquo;s shutdown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-says-most-customers-refunded-after-shutdown/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-says-most-customers-refunded-after-shutdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Pure evil': Sheriff details suspected premeditation of USF murders]]></title><description><![CDATA["The details of this investigation were brutal, and the actions of the suspect are nothing short of pure evil."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pure-evil-sheriff-details-suspected-premeditation-of-usf-murders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pure-evil-sheriff-details-suspected-premeditation-of-usf-murders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the weaker dollar quietly makes life more expensive]]></title><description><![CDATA[A hidden force is quietly pushing up costs for everything from your summer vacation to your weekly grocery bills: a weaker U.S. dollar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-the-weaker-dollar-quietly-makes-life-more-expensive/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-the-weaker-dollar-quietly-makes-life-more-expensive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[United flight strikes light pole on New Jersey Turnpike: Officials]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation is underway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/united-flight-strikes-light-pole-on-new-jersey-turnpike-officials/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/united-flight-strikes-light-pole-on-new-jersey-turnpike-officials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PGA Tour warms back up to Trump after long freeze]]></title><description><![CDATA[The PGA Tour returned to President Trump&rsquo;s golf resort in Doral, Fla., over the weekend, ending a decade-long absence and signaling a new era of warmer relations between the president's sprawling resort business and the world's most popular golf league.The tournament came as LIV Golf, the Saudi-backed and Trump-allied rival tour, appears on the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pga-tour-warms-back-up-to-trump-after-long-freeze/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pga-tour-warms-back-up-to-trump-after-long-freeze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Sterling, longtime Yankees radio voice, dies: Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Longtime New York Yankees play-by-play radio voice John Sterling has died, according to reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/john-sterling-longtime-yankees-radio-voice-dies-report/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/john-sterling-longtime-yankees-radio-voice-dies-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homebuyers, builders grapple with rising prices amid war in Iran]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new poll from Gallup has revealed that only a quarter of Americans who don&rsquo;t own homes expect to buy one in the next five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/homebuyers-builders-grapple-with-rising-prices-amid-war-in-iran/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/homebuyers-builders-grapple-with-rising-prices-amid-war-in-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Britney Spears set for arraignment Monday on DUI charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Britney Spears&nbsp;is set to be arraigned in a California courtroom Monday morning after prosecutors charged her with&nbsp;driving under the influence&nbsp;of alcohol and drugs. But it will probably be only her lawyer who appears in front of a Ventura County judge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/britney-spears-set-for-arraignment-monday-on-dui-charge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/britney-spears-set-for-arraignment-monday-on-dui-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Britney Spears avoids jail after pleading guilty to lesser 'wet reckless' charge in DUI case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Britney Spears&nbsp;pleaded guilty through her lawyer Monday to a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail time after prosecutors accused her of&nbsp;driving under the influence&nbsp;of alcohol and drugs in Southern California.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/britney-spears-avoids-jail-after-pleading-guilty-to-lesser-wet-reckless-charge-in-dui-case/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/britney-spears-avoids-jail-after-pleading-guilty-to-lesser-wet-reckless-charge-in-dui-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[At least 10 hurt in shooting at Oklahoma lake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in Edmond, Oklahoma, say hospitals are treating at least 10 victims after a shooting at a Lake Arcadia party Sunday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/at-least-10-hurt-in-shooting-at-oklahoma-lake/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/at-least-10-hurt-in-shooting-at-oklahoma-lake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent hit by buckshot from the gun of man charged in correspondents' dinner attack, prosecutor says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Authorities have determined that buckshot from the gun of the man charged with trying to storm the&nbsp;White House Correspondents' Association dinner&nbsp;in an attempt to kill President Donald Trump struck a Secret Service agent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/agent-hit-by-buckshot-from-the-gun-of-man-charged-in-correspondents-dinner-attack-prosecutor-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/agent-hit-by-buckshot-from-the-gun-of-man-charged-in-correspondents-dinner-attack-prosecutor-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump says the US will 'guide' stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz, starting on Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[A cargo ship near the&nbsp;Strait of Hormuz&nbsp;said it was attacked by multiple small craft, the British military&rsquo;s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center reported on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-the-us-will-guide-stranded-ships-from-the-strait-of-hormuz-starting-on-monday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-the-us-will-guide-stranded-ships-from-the-strait-of-hormuz-starting-on-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 dead in outbreak of rare virus aboard cruise ship, WHO says]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is no specific treatment or cure, but early medical attention can increase the chance of survival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-dead-in-outbreak-of-rare-virus-aboard-cruise-ship-who-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3-dead-in-outbreak-of-rare-virus-aboard-cruise-ship-who-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque apartment fire, Officer's car hit, Warm and breezy, Volunteer fair, Railyards market returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] Southeast Albuquerque apartment fire displaces 13 families - A fire Saturday night at an apartment complex in southeast Albuquerque has left thirteen families without homes. The fire sparked around 7:30 p.m. Saturday, engulfing the 16-unit building within minutes. Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) says crews got the fire under [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-apartment-fire-officers-car-hit-warm-and-breezy-volunteer-fair-railyards-market-returns/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-apartment-fire-officers-car-hit-warm-and-breezy-volunteer-fair-railyards-market-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Sheriff sent to federal prison; NM Crime Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO ARRIBA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This week, KRQE Anchors Dean Staley and Jessica Garate give you a deep dive into a Rio Arriba Sheriff who thought he was above the law. It started with an FBI raid on then Sheriff Rodella's office regarding allegations of dismissing charges if the accused donated to the Rio [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-sheriff-sent-to-federal-prison-nm-crime-files/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-sheriff-sent-to-federal-prison-nm-crime-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cloudier with low rain chances &amp; warmer temperatures]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Clouds are passing through with isolated pockets of rain and mountain-peak snow in northern areas through the higher elevations. Moisture aloft is arriving from a storm system to the northwest, but upper-level winds from the west are translating to drier, westerly winds at the surface. Air temperatures in the north are mostly [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cloudier-with-low-rain-chances-amp-warmer-temperatures/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cloudier-with-low-rain-chances-amp-warmer-temperatures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local urban farmers awarded grants to preserve agricultural heritage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nestled in the South Valley two urban farms are bridging the gap. Helping bring new communities to the farm in the hopes of teaching and passing on the very agricultural practices that bring food to your plate and the work it takes to get it there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-urban-farmers-awarded-grants-to-preserve-agricultural-heritage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-urban-farmers-awarded-grants-to-preserve-agricultural-heritage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moisture increases across New Mexico to start the workweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Isolated showers and storms developed once again this afternoon across parts of western and southern New Mexico. Temperatures also climbed another 5-15&deg; across the state this afternoon. Spotty rain chances will linger into Monday as moisture remains in place. Winds will also begin to pick up across the state Monday afternoon ahead [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-increases-across-new-mexico-to-start-the-workweek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 05:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-increases-across-new-mexico-to-start-the-workweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trading card con spends weekend in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Cards and More Expo made its way to the Duke City this weekend. The expo was held at the Embassy Suites on Sunday, where fans were buying and selling trading cards like Pok&eacute;mon, Magic: The Gathering, and other collectibles like Funko Pops. Vendors say events like these allow them the freedom [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trading-card-con-spends-weekend-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 05:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trading-card-con-spends-weekend-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexicans get their 'Celt' on at Celtic Festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Folks across New Mexico traveled to the metro this weekend to experience Celtic culture. The annual Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival kicked off at Balloon Fiesta Park on Saturday. Some of the main events include bagpipe and drum performances, a Highland dance competition, and lots of traditional sporting events like the caber [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexicans-get-their-celt-on-at-celtic-festival/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexicans-get-their-celt-on-at-celtic-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[39th annual Run For The Zoo takes place]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Thousands of participants spent months training for the 39th annual Run For The Zoo. Organizers say the event was a smash hit, and it's Albuquerque's biggest fundraiser. Everyone taking part was gifted free admission to the zoo, BioPark, and Botanic Gardens. Participants say even if you can't run or have limited mobility, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/39th-annual-run-for-the-zoo-takes-place/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/39th-annual-run-for-the-zoo-takes-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Westside Animal Shelter holds volunteer fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It was an educational weekend for residents who visited Albuquerque's Westside Animal Shelter. The Animal Welfare Department's volunteer fair taught attendees how to cuddle kittens, walk dogs, and even photograph animals for adoption. They also got to meet some of the pets at the shelter and tour the facility to see if [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/westside-animal-shelter-holds-volunteer-fair/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/westside-animal-shelter-holds-volunteer-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, his spokesman says]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK (AP) &mdash; Rudolph Giuliani, the ex-mayor of New York City and a former adviser to President Donald Trump, is in critical but stable condition at a hospital, his spokesman said Sunday. Spokesman Ted Goodman didn't say what sent the 81-year-old to the hospital or how long he's been there. &ldquo;Mayor Giuliani is a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rudy-giuliani-hospitalized-in-critical-condition-his-spokesman-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rudy-giuliani-hospitalized-in-critical-condition-his-spokesman-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail Yard Market's 2026 season kicks off]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Free admission, free parking, and over 300 vendors every Sunday. That's what the Rail Yards Market is offering from now until October, with Sunday being the start of their Sunday Farmers Market series. The nonprofit farmers market also features some food trucks and live music, as well as other performances, in addition [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rail-yard-markets-2026-season-kicks-off/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rail-yard-markets-2026-season-kicks-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abandoned Albuquerque Motel 6 goes up in flames]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) responded to a structure fire at the abandoned Motel 6 on Illif Road on Saturday night. Crews say they arrived and saw a working fire in the motel. AFR says they were able to get the fire under control within 15 minutes, and nobody was injured. The cause [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abandoned-albuquerque-motel-6-goes-up-in-flames/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 02:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abandoned-albuquerque-motel-6-goes-up-in-flames/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southeast Albuquerque apartment fire  displaces 13 families]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A fire Saturday night at an apartment complex in southeast Albuquerque has left thirteen families without homes. Ashley Garcia was visiting her friend at the time, who lives at the La Vita Nieva apartment complex on Dickerson by Avenida Cesar Chavez and Yale. "I had walked into her house, we had just [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southeast-albuquerque-apartment-fire-displaces-13-families/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 02:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/southeast-albuquerque-apartment-fire-displaces-13-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: 2024 BCSO chase with repeat offender]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; His criminal history includes everything from being charged with murder to being convicted of carrying a gun on school property when he was a teenager. But in 2024, he was spotted in a stolen car for weeks around southwest Albuquerque and led authorities on a chase before getting arrested. Most recently in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-2024-bcso-chase-with-repeat-offender/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 01:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-2024-bcso-chase-with-repeat-offender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shower chances continue to move into the state this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Isolated showers and storms have developed once again this afternoon across parts of western and southern New Mexico. Temperatures also climbed another 5-15&deg; across the state this afternoon. Spotty rain chances will linger into Monday as moisture remains in place. Winds will also begin to pick up across the state Monday afternoon [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-chances-continue-to-move-into-the-state-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 01:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-chances-continue-to-move-into-the-state-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Baseball and Softball state tournament brackets]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The 2026 state tournament brackets for baseball and softball are listed below. KRQE Sports will provide continued coverage of the tournaments. Baseball 2026 Nusenda Credit Union State Baseball Championships 5A 2026 Nusenda Credit Union State Baseball Championships 4A 2026 Nusenda Credit Union State Baseball Championships 3A 2026 Nusenda Credit Union State Baseball [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2026-baseball-and-softball-state-tournament-brackets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 01:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2026-baseball-and-softball-state-tournament-brackets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman charged with DUI, accused of crashing into APD unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A police officer is recovering Sunday after police say a woman crashed into his unit while under the influence. According to police, the officer was driving on Rio Grande near I-40 Saturday night, around 10:20 p.m., when his car was randomly T-boned by another driver. Officers say the woman driving, 57-year-old Susan [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-charged-with-dui-accused-of-crashing-into-apd-unit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-charged-with-dui-accused-of-crashing-into-apd-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infant formula recalled over possible toxin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of tins of imported infant formula has been recalled over a toxin that could lead to sickness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/infant-formula-recalled-over-possible-toxin/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/infant-formula-recalled-over-possible-toxin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court VRA ruling encourages new redistricting, more uncertainty ahead of November]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Supreme Court&rsquo;s decision to throw out Louisiana&rsquo;s congressional maps &mdash; and weaken the Voting Rights Act in the process &mdash; is throwing a wrench into an already-turbulent midterm cycle as more&nbsp;states&nbsp;prepare&nbsp;to hold their primaries&nbsp;in the coming weeks.&nbsp; Louisiana officials announced they would be delaying congressional primaries&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;slated to start next month&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;in response to the high [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/supreme-court-vra-ruling-encourages-new-redistricting-more-uncertainty-ahead-of-november/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/supreme-court-vra-ruling-encourages-new-redistricting-more-uncertainty-ahead-of-november/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions may qualify for 'significant' IRS refunds from COVID-era, but deadline looms: Advocate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recent court decisions could mean tens of millions of taxpayers are owed, the Taxpayer Advocate Service warns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-may-qualify-for-significant-irs-refunds-from-covid-era-but-deadline-looms-advocate/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-may-qualify-for-significant-irs-refunds-from-covid-era-but-deadline-looms-advocate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much did the winning Kentucky Derby jockey get?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jose Ortiz not only gets bragging rights over his brother, who came in second, but likely a hefty paycheck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-did-the-winning-kentucky-derby-jockey-get/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-did-the-winning-kentucky-derby-jockey-get/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Got free checked bags via your credit card? You sure about that?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just because you have the right airline card doesn't mean you'll always get the checked-bag freebie.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/got-free-checked-bags-via-your-credit-card-you-sure-about-that/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/got-free-checked-bags-via-your-credit-card-you-sure-about-that/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$30M in wrongful death lawsuits filed against estate of NASCAR driver Greg Biffle]]></title><description><![CDATA[New wrongful death lawsuits have been filed following the 2025 plane crash that killed NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/30m-in-wrongful-death-lawsuits-filed-against-estate-of-nascar-driver-greg-biffle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/30m-in-wrongful-death-lawsuits-filed-against-estate-of-nascar-driver-greg-biffle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The reason you may be forced to take a middle seat on the plane – even when there are empty rows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arguments between flight attendants and passengers have gone viral, with flyers upset they have to sit crowded at the back of the plane, even when there's an empty row right in front of them. Here's why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-reason-you-may-be-forced-to-take-a-middle-seat-on-the-plane-even-when-there-are-empty-rows/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-reason-you-may-be-forced-to-take-a-middle-seat-on-the-plane-even-when-there-are-empty-rows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested at Trump golf club in Miami for disturbance: Secret Service]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump was not at the property at the time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-arrested-at-trump-golf-club-in-miami-for-disturbance-secret-service/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-arrested-at-trump-golf-club-in-miami-for-disturbance-secret-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mom charged with manslaughter after Vietnam veteran struck by teen on e-motorcycle dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[A California mom is facing a new charge after the man allegedly struck by her teen, who was reading an e-motorcycle, died last week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mom-charged-with-manslaughter-after-vietnam-veteran-struck-by-teen-on-e-motorcycle-dies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mom-charged-with-manslaughter-after-vietnam-veteran-struck-by-teen-on-e-motorcycle-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A measles outbreak by the numbers: 8 months, 997 cases, $2.1M spent]]></title><description><![CDATA[The disease was most commonly found in local schools.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-measles-outbreak-by-the-numbers-8-months-997-cases-21m-spent/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-measles-outbreak-by-the-numbers-8-months-997-cases-21m-spent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bills to 'lock the clocks' fizzle in several states]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daylight saving time ends in just six months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bills-to-lock-the-clocks-fizzle-in-several-states/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bills-to-lock-the-clocks-fizzle-in-several-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[With hints of what’s coming in new batch of UFO files, Trump keeps us up in the air]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;We&rsquo;re going to be releasing a lot of things that we haven't,&rdquo; Trump said Wednesday at a White House event celebrating NASA astronauts. &ldquo;I think some of it&rsquo;s going to be very interesting to people.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/with-hints-of-whats-coming-in-new-batch-of-ufo-files-trump-keeps-us-up-in-the-air/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/with-hints-of-whats-coming-in-new-batch-of-ufo-files-trump-keeps-us-up-in-the-air/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DOJ casts Comey case as an ordinary threat prosecution. Is it?  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Justice Department is portraying its new prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey as not unlike dozens of other cases faced by individuals who have hurled threats at public officials.But the Comey case may present unique challenges for prosecutors seeking to secure a conviction against the longtime foe of President Trump, legal experts say.The former FBI director faces two criminal charges over allegations [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-casts-comey-case-asan-ordinarythreatprosecution-is-it-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-casts-comey-case-asan-ordinarythreatprosecution-is-it-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth recognized for their work in behavioral health]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; On Saturday, people from all over the state were recognized for their work in behavioral health and human services. Fifty-five young people from over 15 communities gathered to present their year of work from Future Focused Educations Community Care Collective. With the state having approved $24.4 million to expand behavioral health services [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/youth-recognized-for-their-work-in-behavioral-health/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/youth-recognized-for-their-work-in-behavioral-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moisture continues across New Mexico next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated showers and a few thunderstorms redeveloped this afternoon across southern and eastern New Mexico along with the higher terrain in the northern mountains. A couple of spotty showers will also be possible Sunday across parts of the state. Spotty rain chances will linger into early next week as moisture remains in place. Another storm [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-continues-across-new-mexico-next-week/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-continues-across-new-mexico-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paws in the Pen expands to inmates providing 24 hour care to foster pets]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPA&Ntilde;OLA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An unlikely collaboration is proving that second chances can save lives. Now, the expansion of a heartwarming program is giving shelter dogs around-the-clock care and a real shot at adoption under the supervision of inmates. Inside prison walls, something unexpected is taking place. At Espa&ntilde;ola Humane, second chances aren't just for the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paws-in-the-pen-expands-to-inmates-providing-24-hour-care-to-foster-pets/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paws-in-the-pen-expands-to-inmates-providing-24-hour-care-to-foster-pets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road closures due to 2026 Run For the Zoo]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque residents should expect detours and delays in the area of Tingley Dr. on Sunday morning. Road closures and detours for the 2026 Run For The Zoo can be expected until 2:00 p.m., with the run starting on 8th and Atlantic and finishing on 10th Street. The following streets will be closed [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/road-closures-due-to-2026-run-for-the-zoo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/road-closures-due-to-2026-run-for-the-zoo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trump rejected a previous Iranian proposal this week. However, conversations have continued, and the&nbsp;three-week ceasefire&nbsp;appears to be holding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/president-trump-says-he-is-reviewing-a-new-iranian-proposal-to-end-the-war/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 03:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/president-trump-says-he-is-reviewing-a-new-iranian-proposal-to-end-the-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden Tempo takes the Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes the 1st woman to train its winner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cherie DeVaux is the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/golden-tempo-takes-the-kentucky-derby-as-cherie-devaux-becomes-the-1st-woman-to-train-its-winner/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 01:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/golden-tempo-takes-the-kentucky-derby-as-cherie-devaux-becomes-the-1st-woman-to-train-its-winner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warming temperatures continue into the beginning of next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated showers and a few thunderstorms redeveloped this afternoon across southern and eastern New Mexico along with the higher terrain in the northern mountains. A couple of spotty showers will also be possible Sunday across parts of the state. Spotty rain chances will linger into early next week as moisture remains in place. Another storm [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warming-temperatures-continue-into-the-beginning-of-next-week/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 01:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/warming-temperatures-continue-into-the-beginning-of-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smokey Bear Days celebrated in Capitan]]></title><description><![CDATA[CAPITAN, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; One of the most iconic firefighting icons was celebrated on Saturday. The Smokey Bear Parade rolled through Capitan, New Mexico, as part of the Smokey Bear Days event they put on every year. The celebration featured many vendors and exhibits, music, cave talks, and even some firefighter challenges, which included hose wrapping. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/smokey-bear-days-celebrated-in-capitan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/smokey-bear-days-celebrated-in-capitan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is the recent moisture making a dent in fire risk? State forestry weighs in]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Over the last few days, New Mexico has gotten some unusually late in the season moisture. But with a couple of months before monsoon season, state forestry says this moisture is giving some relief in fire risk, but it will not last long. "It's definitely taking our foot off the pedal a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/is-the-recent-moisture-making-a-dent-in-fire-risk-state-forestry-weighs-in/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/is-the-recent-moisture-making-a-dent-in-fire-risk-state-forestry-weighs-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dozens of burros race through Cerrillos]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Saturday kicked off the Strike It Rich pack burro race series in the state. Over 90 burros and their humans competed in the mining town of Cerrillos in the morning, where runners try to lead their burros by rope along a six-mile trail. The runners can't ride their burros; they can only [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dozens-of-burros-race-through-cerrillos/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dozens-of-burros-race-through-cerrillos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkish Food &amp; Culture Fair kicks off]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Folks from across New Mexico gathered on Saturday to celebrate Turkish identities and culture. The annual Albuquerque Turkish Food &amp; Culture Fair kicked off Saturday morning at the Raindrop Foundation Turkish Cultural Center. Attendees could sample Mediterranean foods and see some cultural exhibits like the whirling dervish folk dance. Visitors said it [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/turkish-food-amp-culture-fair-kicks-off/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/turkish-food-amp-culture-fair-kicks-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Majority say ethics, honesty in government have declined under Trump: Pew]]></title><description><![CDATA[56% of U.S. adults believe the overall level of ethics and honesty has fallen since January 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/majority-say-ethics-honesty-in-government-have-declined-under-trump-pew/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/majority-say-ethics-honesty-in-government-have-declined-under-trump-pew/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Shock and share’: Iran makes social media a key front in war against America]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sassy comebacks, sarcastic insults and glossy AI-generated videos have all been key tools in Iran&rsquo;s retaliation against the United States, as social media has become a key front in the more than two-month war.The battle playing out online demonstrates the Islamic Republic&rsquo;s investment in communications and technology as a key part of its arsenal. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shock-and-share-iran-makes-social-media-a-key-front-in-war-against-america/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shock-and-share-iran-makes-social-media-a-key-front-in-war-against-america/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rally calls for accountability, change for CYFD]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Several concerned citizens rallied in front of the Metropolitan Court Saturday morning as a call for change in the Children, Youth, and Family Services Department in light of the Department of Justice's lawsuit involving CYFD. The community rally called for accountability, oversight, and a complete rebuilding of CYFD. "All of us read [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rally-calls-for-accountability-change-for-cyfd/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rally-calls-for-accountability-change-for-cyfd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker undergoes medical procedure, pauses public events]]></title><description><![CDATA[Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is recovering from a medical procedure he had on Friday and will put a pause on public events next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-undergoes-medical-procedure-pauses-public-events/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-undergoes-medical-procedure-pauses-public-events/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SWAT situation in SE Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A SWAT situation has broken out in the area of San Pedro and Valencia SE. Police say officers responded to the 1000 block of Valencia Dr. SE to a call of a dispute between neighbors Saturday morning. Police discovered that one of the people involved had an active warrant. They say a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/swat-situation-in-se-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/swat-situation-in-se-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 in custody after SE Albuquerque SWAT standoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A SWAT situation broke out in the area of San Pedro and Valencia SE on Saturday. Police say officers responded to the 1000 block of Valencia Dr. SE to a call of a dispute between neighbors around 9:20 a.m. Police discovered that one of the people involved, 42-year-old Jonathan Rhoades, had an [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-in-custody-after-se-albuquerque-swat-standoff/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-in-custody-after-se-albuquerque-swat-standoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are receipts so long now?]]></title><description><![CDATA[CVS receipts, especially.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-are-receipts-so-long-now/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-are-receipts-so-long-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State Department approves over $8B in arms sales to Gulf nations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The State Department on Friday approved over $8 billion in arms sales to Persian Gulf countries and Israel, nations that have all been involved in the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran. Purchases approved included an Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) to the United Arab Emirates for $147.6 million, to Israel for $992.4 million and to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-department-approves-over-8b-in-arms-sales-to-gulf-nations/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-department-approves-over-8b-in-arms-sales-to-gulf-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can playing Wordle increase productivity in the workplace?]]></title><description><![CDATA[(NEXSTAR) - Every day, millions of people log onto their computers or smartphones and play the daily puzzle game, Wordle. But while it may seem like just a fun game added to a daily routine, it could affect workplace productivity. "I think it depends greatly on the type of job that you have whether it's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/can-playing-wordle-increase-productivity-in-the-workplace/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/can-playing-wordle-increase-productivity-in-the-workplace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harley-Davidson recalls nearly 90,000 motorcycles]]></title><description><![CDATA[(WHTM) - The Harley-Davidson Motor Company announced it is recalling nearly 90,000 motorcycles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Harley Davidson is recalling certain 2024-2026 FLTRX, FLHX, 2025-2026 FXBR, FLFB, 2025 FLHXU, 2026 FLTRXL, FLTRT, FLHXL, and FLHLT motorcycles built with an Airbox Baseplate [part number 29000373]. The recall was initiated because the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/harley-davidson-recalls-nearly-90000-motorcycles/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/harley-davidson-recalls-nearly-90000-motorcycles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officials identify woman who fell to her death on Carnival cruise ship]]></title><description><![CDATA[(KTLA) -- Officials have identified the woman who died after falling from a balcony aboard a Carnival cruise ship near Catalina Island. The passenger, Briana Miller, 24, was identified by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner on April 30. An official cause of death was not listed. On April 27, Miller was aboard the Carnival [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-identify-woman-who-fell-to-her-death-on-carnival-cruise-ship/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-identify-woman-who-fell-to-her-death-on-carnival-cruise-ship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US military signals Qatari jet on track for Air Force One use]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Air Force signaled on Friday that a luxury jet donated by Qatar is on track to be temporarily used as Air Force One as soon as this summer. The service announced in a news release that it has finished modifying and testing the Boeing 747, which is currently being repainted in President Trump&rsquo;s [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-military-signals-qatari-jet-on-track-for-air-force-one-use/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-military-signals-qatari-jet-on-track-for-air-force-one-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why taxpayers should check their withholding using this free tool]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 tax filing deadline has passed, but experts recommend preparing for your next return now, especially in the wake of tax code changes in the Trump Administration's "One, Big, Beautiful Bill (OBBA)."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-taxpayers-should-check-their-withholding-using-this-free-tool/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-taxpayers-should-check-their-withholding-using-this-free-tool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much the first 'Jeopardy!' winner took home, and what it'd be worth today]]></title><description><![CDATA[Contestants today can score the same amount - or more - with one question.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-the-first-jeopardy-winner-took-home-and-what-itd-be-worth-today/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-the-first-jeopardy-winner-took-home-and-what-itd-be-worth-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Other airlines offering help for Spirit ticket holders, employees]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWARK, New Jersey (PIX11) - After 34 years of service, Spirit Airlines has announced its end of operations on Saturday, so what does that mean for ticket holders and employees? Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that other airlines will offer discounts for Spirit ticket holders, as well as "preferential employment interviews" for the airline's employees, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/other-airlines-offering-help-for-spirit-ticket-holders-employees/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/other-airlines-offering-help-for-spirit-ticket-holders-employees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do states that spend more on education get better grades?]]></title><description><![CDATA[(NEXSTAR) - No matter where you live in the United States, you'd like to know that your children are getting the best education possible. Sadly though, some states place a stronger emphasis on education than others and invest significantly more money in their systems. But does it equal better grades for students? The National Education [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/do-states-that-spend-more-on-education-get-better-grades/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/do-states-that-spend-more-on-education-get-better-grades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Memo: Trump’s frustration on Iran boils over in attacks against media]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump&rsquo;s frustration with media coverage of the war on Iran boiled over Thursday when he alleged that reporting from The New York Times was &ldquo;seditious&rdquo; and called CNN &ldquo;stupid&rdquo; and &ldquo;the enemy.&rdquo; Verbal fusillades against the media are commonplace for Trump, but the unusually intense Thursday attack seemed emblematic of his frustration with a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-memo-trumps-frustration-on-iran-boils-over-in-attacks-against-media/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-memo-trumps-frustration-on-iran-boils-over-in-attacks-against-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oscar statuette found after TSA flagged it as weapon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lufthansa said the airline is working to get the Oscar statuette back to Talankin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oscar-statuette-found-after-tsa-flagged-it-as-weapon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/oscar-statuette-found-after-tsa-flagged-it-as-weapon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pentagon says US naval blockade has cost Iran $4.8 billion ]]></title><description><![CDATA[(The Hill) -- The Pentagon has estimated that the U.S. naval blockade has cost Iran about $4.8 billion in oil revenue, a Pentagon official familiar with the assessment told The Hill late Friday.&nbsp; The blockade, which was instituted more than two weeks ago, is one of the actions President Trump has used to inflict pressure [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-says-us-naval-blockade-has-cost-iran-48-billion/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-says-us-naval-blockade-has-cost-iran-48-billion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taco Bell worker accused of shooting customers over soda in water cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patterson was arrested following the shooting and charged with three counts of aggravated assault with a firearm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taco-bell-worker-accused-of-shooting-customers-over-soda-in-water-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/taco-bell-worker-accused-of-shooting-customers-over-soda-in-water-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wet weather lingers in New Mexico this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to the weekend! After a wet Friday filled with showers, storms, cloud coverage, and mountain snow we are still looking at some lingering wet weather this morning in New Mexico. Radar indicated showers were moving through Socorro County along with snowfall in the Sacramento Mountains. Moisture is forecasted to linger south of I-40 today [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wet-weather-lingers-in-new-mexico-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wet-weather-lingers-in-new-mexico-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawmakers respond after NM agency said lack of funding meant they couldn't do health inspections]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The state agency responsible for making sure health and food inspections are done throughout New Mexico, the Environment Department, stopped operations for nearly a week, saying they did not have enough money to keep inspections going. The New Mexico Environment Department said that they were forced to pause them because the legislature [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawmakers-respond-after-nm-agency-said-lack-of-funding-meant-they-couldnt-do-health-inspections/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawmakers-respond-after-nm-agency-said-lack-of-funding-meant-they-couldnt-do-health-inspections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: First responders rush to scene of plane crash at Albuquerque golf course]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; KRQE News 13 is seeing the moments shortly after a small airplane crashed at an Albuquerque golf course. Body camera video shows New Mexico National Guard troops giving first aid after that plane went down at Los Altos Golf Course on March 6. One person on board, 63-year-old Deborah Rhinesmith, was killed, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-first-responders-rush-to-scene-of-plane-crash-at-albuquerque-golf-course/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-first-responders-rush-to-scene-of-plane-crash-at-albuquerque-golf-course/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman facing charge in connection to fatal crash in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Ana Reyes, 23, has been charged with Homicide by Vehicle (Driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug) after a crash on April 19. Reyes is accused of hitting and killing 41-year-old Marcial Romero while driving under the influence. At 2:05 a.m., officers responded to a crash near [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-facing-charge-in-connection-to-fatal-crash-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 05:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-facing-charge-in-connection-to-fatal-crash-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slightly warmer weather moves into New Mexico this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated showers developed across western, and eastern New Mexico and the northern mountains, where higher elevations continued to see snowfall throughout the day today. Temperatures have also remained much cooler statewide today. Most of the rain and mountain snow will end late tonight. However, isolated showers and a few thunderstorms will redevelop Saturday afternoon and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slightly-warmer-weather-moves-into-new-mexico-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slightly-warmer-weather-moves-into-new-mexico-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[60,000 pounds of trash picked up during Great New Mexico Cleanup event]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said a litter prevention campaign inspired by a hit TV show was a big hit. 7,100 volunteers gathered more than 60,000 pounds of trash for the Great New Mexico Cleanup, an event held in conjunction with the Breaking Bad Habits campaign. The actors who play the notorious Salamanca [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/60000-pounds-of-trash-picked-up-during-great-new-mexico-cleanup-event/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/60000-pounds-of-trash-picked-up-during-great-new-mexico-cleanup-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque settles lawsuit over 2022 fatal police shooting for $6.5M]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque said that it will pay $6.5 million over a deadly police shooting. Albuquerque Police Department officers confronted an agitated Jesus Crosby at its Criminal Transport Center in November 2022. The officers told Crosby to drop his weapon, which was a pair of nail clippers with the file extended. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-settles-lawsuit-over-2022-fatal-police-shooting-for-65m/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-settles-lawsuit-over-2022-fatal-police-shooting-for-65m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edgewood and Santa Fe County approve deal for fire/EMS services]]></title><description><![CDATA[EDGEWOOD, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new deal is in place for fire and emergency medical service in Edgewood. On Friday, both Santa Fe County and the Edgewood Town Commission approved a new joint powers agreement, authorizing the county to provide services like fire suppression and prevention, rescue, and EMS. The two bodies had an agreement in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/edgewood-and-santa-fe-county-approve-deal-for-fireems-services/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 04:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/edgewood-and-santa-fe-county-approve-deal-for-fireems-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Startups and national labs recruiting grads from CNM's Quantum Technician Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Albuquerque is shaping up to be at the forefront of a cutting-edge industry.&nbsp;The nation's only program of its kind to train quantum technicians graduated its second class on Friday. It&rsquo;s the Central New Mexico Community College&rsquo;s Quantum Technician Bootcamp. CNM partnered up with Sandia National Labs to create the curriculum for the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/startups-and-national-labs-recruiting-grads-from-cnms-quantum-technician-program/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 04:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/startups-and-national-labs-recruiting-grads-from-cnms-quantum-technician-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County Assessor files evidence in ethics complaint against county Treasurer]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The ongoing clash between two Bernalillo County officials continues. This week, Bernalillo County Assessor Damian Lara filed an ethics complaint against Bernalillo County Treasurer Tim Eichenberg, saying Eichenberg made money off of changes he made to some tax properties. Lara said that he submitted evidence to the state ethics commission that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-assessor-files-evidence-in-ethics-complaint-against-county-treasurer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 04:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-assessor-files-evidence-in-ethics-complaint-against-county-treasurer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspections continue after wall collapsed at downtown Albuquerque building]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque's Planning Department said inspectors are still evaluating a historic downtown building after a wall collapsed. The northeast wall at the Bliss Building, which housed Lindy's Diner, came down last Monday, days after the city closed the restaurant over structural concerns. The city shared photos on Friday, showing debris [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/inspections-continue-after-wall-collapsed-at-downtown-albuquerque-building/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/inspections-continue-after-wall-collapsed-at-downtown-albuquerque-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspections continue after wall collapse at downtown Albuquerque building]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque's Planning Department said inspectors are still evaluating a historic downtown building after a wall collapsed. The northeast wall at the Bliss Building, which housed Lindy's Diner, came down last Monday, days after the city closed the restaurant over structural concerns. The city shared photos on Friday, showing debris [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/inspections-continue-after-wall-collapse-at-downtown-albuquerque-building/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/inspections-continue-after-wall-collapse-at-downtown-albuquerque-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico psychologist accused of improperly prescribing drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A New Mexico psychologist has been accused of improperly prescribing drugs. The U.S. Attorney for New Mexico filed a civil complaint against Rick Wilson, also known as Henry Quintero, claiming he wrote more than 21,000 prescriptions for medications like Xanax and Ambien without a legitimate medical purpose. They also said that he did [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-psychologist-accused-of-improperly-prescribing-drugs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 03:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-psychologist-accused-of-improperly-prescribing-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santo Domingo Pueblo receives more than $10 million for water projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Santo Domingo Pueblo is receiving more than $10 million from the feds to fund water projects. The funding will support a wastewater treatment plant project, specifically for the construction of three lift stations to convey wastewater to the facility. The pueblo hopes the investments will help expand access to safe drinking water [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santo-domingo-pueblo-receives-more-than-10-million-for-water-projects/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 02:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santo-domingo-pueblo-receives-more-than-10-million-for-water-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Las Vegas School District considering closing rural community school]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A rural community is demanding answers after learning that their local school may be closing. Residents said that the closure would place a significant burden on students and families. Leeann Romero, a parent, stated, "Our school has been open since 1969, and it has always faced uphill challenges in regards [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/west-las-vegas-school-district-considering-closing-rural-community-school/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/west-las-vegas-school-district-considering-closing-rural-community-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early childhood education center coming to Silver City]]></title><description><![CDATA[SILVER CITY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The state is teaming up with Western New Mexico University to help bolster the number of early childhood educators in the state. It's part of a push to expand access to Pre-K, after the governor signed free universal childcare into law earlier this year. A well-known building in Silver City is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/early-childhood-education-center-coming-to-silver-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 02:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/early-childhood-education-center-coming-to-silver-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother of murder suspects charged in connection to Albuquerque fatal shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department has arrested 44-year-old Latasha Hicks after she was accused of helping her sons plan a fatal shooting. Xavier Torres, 22, and John Gonzales, 19, were charged with the murder of Gabriel Monta&ntilde;o on April 7. Police said that the two suspects told them they shot Monta&ntilde;o in self-defense, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mother-of-murder-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-albuquerque-fatal-shooting/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mother-of-murder-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-albuquerque-fatal-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooler temperatures, rain and mountain snow continue to move through New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated showers developed across western, and eastern New Mexico and the northern mountains, where higher elevations continued to see snowfall throughout the day today. Temperatures have also remained much cooler statewide today. Most of the rain and mountain snow will end late tonight. However, isolated showers and a few thunderstorms will redevelop Saturday afternoon and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cooler-temperatures-rain-and-mountain-snow-continue-to-move-through-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cooler-temperatures-rain-and-mountain-snow-continue-to-move-through-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fatal crash in Chaves County closes portion of 380 East]]></title><description><![CDATA[CHAVES COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; The Chaves County Sheriff's Office is responding to the scene of a fatal crash. According to the sheriff's office, the crash is located on 380 East, mile 168. Both eastbound and westbound lands are closed. The public is asked to avoid the area at this time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-in-chaves-county-closes-portion-of-380-east/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-in-chaves-county-closes-portion-of-380-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fatal crash in Chaves County closed portion of 380 East on Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[CHAVES COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; The Chaves County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene of a fatal crash. According to the sheriff's office, the crash was located on 380 East, mile 168. Both eastbound and westbound lanes were closed. The public is asked to avoid the area at this time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-in-chaves-county-closed-portion-of-380-east-on-friday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-in-chaves-county-closed-portion-of-380-east-on-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Christian school teacher accused of sexual assault to be released during trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The former Hope Christian School teacher accused of sexually assaulting students will be released from jail. On Friday, 67-year-old Kelly McEachran appeared in court again, asking a judge to release him from jail for the duration of the trial. His attorneys argued that since serious charges, like sexual penetration of a minor, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-christian-school-teacher-accused-of-sexual-assault-to-be-released-during-trial/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-christian-school-teacher-accused-of-sexual-assault-to-be-released-during-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Smokey Bear Days' celebrations happening on Saturday in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Smokey Bear Historical Park in Capitan is celebrating a major milestone. The park is holding their annual "Smokey Bear Days" festivities, but this year is special, as the park turns 50 years old this year. Friday was Conservation Education Day. Attendees got the chance to learn about wildfire prevention, firefighting, and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/smokey-bear-days-celebrations-happening-on-saturday-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/smokey-bear-days-celebrations-happening-on-saturday-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BCSO: Hiker finds body near stream on La Luz Trail]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said that a hiker, on April 28, found a man who had died near a stream on the La Luz Trail. They said foul play is not suspected, and there were no "obvious signs of trauma." They did not provide any other details about the man [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bcso-hiker-finds-body-near-stream-on-la-luz-trail/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bcso-hiker-finds-body-near-stream-on-la-luz-trail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions going to New Mexico families affected by opioids]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; After more than a decade of lawsuits, Attorney General Raul Torrez secured more than $40 million to help New Mexico families affected by Opioids. The settlement money is part of the attorneys general from across the U.S. working to hold Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler Family, responsible for their role [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-going-to-new-mexico-families-affected-by-opioids/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 22:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/millions-going-to-new-mexico-families-affected-by-opioids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines preparing to shut down if bailout deal isn't reached: Reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines may be reaching the end of the runway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-airlines-preparing-to-shut-down-if-bailout-deal-isnt-reached-reports/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-airlines-preparing-to-shut-down-if-bailout-deal-isnt-reached-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No clear favorite and plenty of contenders: The 152nd Kentucky Derby is a 20-horse puzzle]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;I don&rsquo;t know who the favorite is going to be,&rdquo; said race caller Larry Collmus. &ldquo;I guess we&rsquo;ll find out. It&rsquo;s wide open this year.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-clear-favorite-and-plenty-of-contenders-the-152nd-kentucky-derby-is-a-20-horse-puzzle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-clear-favorite-and-plenty-of-contenders-the-152nd-kentucky-derby-is-a-20-horse-puzzle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Afrin recall: Packaging poses child poisoning risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Packaging violates federal standards to protect children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/afrin-recall-packaging-poses-child-poisoning-risk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/afrin-recall-packaging-poses-child-poisoning-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Cruces bounty hunter accused of sex trafficking, forced labor]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A&nbsp;bounty hunter who worked for a bail bond company in Las Cruces is facing federal charges after he allegedly bonded individuals out of jail and exploited them through coercion and threats, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico. Robert Hernandez, 62,&nbsp;is charged with three counts of forced [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-bounty-hunter-accused-of-sex-trafficking-forced-labor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-bounty-hunter-accused-of-sex-trafficking-forced-labor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain, mountain snow continue for New Mexico on Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! It is another dreary day for many throughout the Land of Enchantment. Cloud coverage, rainfall and mountain snow showers were illustrated on radar late this morning. Mountain snow showers were depicted along the Sangre De Cristo Mountains with rainfall in eastern New Mexico. Rainfall totals, so far, have ranged from about .17" to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-mountain-snow-continue-for-new-mexico-on-friday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-mountain-snow-continue-for-new-mexico-on-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump signs bill funding most of DHS, ending record-long shutdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The House approved the funding package by a voice vote earlier Thursday, a month after the Senate advanced the measure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-signs-bill-funding-most-of-dhs-ending-record-long-shutdown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-signs-bill-funding-most-of-dhs-ending-record-long-shutdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police: No gun at SUNY Erie campus after lockdown, evacuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) - SUNY Erie&rsquo;s downtown campus was locked down and evacuated following a false gun call on Friday morning, according to Buffalo police. Police first responded to the campus around 10:25 a.m. The campus was locked down out of &ldquo;an abundance of caution,&rdquo; according to police, but they found &ldquo;nothing to indicate&rdquo; that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-no-gun-at-suny-erie-campus-after-lockdown-evacuation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-no-gun-at-suny-erie-campus-after-lockdown-evacuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge bars DSHS from enforcing new hemp rules, sets late July trial date]]></title><description><![CDATA[A temporary injunction has been granted to the Texas hemp industry, delaying the enforcement of four new rules issued by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The rules include changing the definition of total Delta-9 THC to include THCA, banning the transport of hemp across state lines, increasing licensing fees for manufacturers, growers, and retailers, and treating each day of DSHS rule violations as a unique violation. The hemp industry has raised concerns over the THC definition c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-bars-dshs-from-enforcing-new-hemp-rules-sets-late-july-trial-date/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-bars-dshs-from-enforcing-new-hemp-rules-sets-late-july-trial-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is TrumpIRA.gov? Trump unveils plan for new retirement website]]></title><description><![CDATA[The website is set to launch by next year and will help workers find and enroll in IRAs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-trumpiragov-trump-unveils-plan-for-new-retirement-website/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-trumpiragov-trump-unveils-plan-for-new-retirement-website/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Loud boom': 5 dead after plane crash in Texas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five people reportedly died following a plane crash in the Wimberley area of Hays County, according to Hays County Homeland Security &amp; Emergency Management.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/loud-boom-5-dead-after-plane-crash-in-texas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/loud-boom-5-dead-after-plane-crash-in-texas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mark Cuban warns these 5 job categories are at risk due to AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cuban said the shift is already underway, driven by companies weighing the cost and productivity of AI systems against human labor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mark-cuban-warns-these-5-job-categories-are-at-risk-due-to-ai/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mark-cuban-warns-these-5-job-categories-are-at-risk-due-to-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AMC’s ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ handbag popcorn bucket sparks superfan frenzy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Superfans want to get their hands on AMC's "Devil Wears Prada 2" handbag popcorn bucket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/amcs-devil-wears-prada-2-handbag-popcorn-bucket-sparks-superfan-frenzy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/amcs-devil-wears-prada-2-handbag-popcorn-bucket-sparks-superfan-frenzy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA's top amusement park isn&rsquo;t Disney, Universal or Dollywood, according to Tripadvisor travel awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[An amusement park in Pennsylvania has earned the top spot in Tripadvisor&rsquo;s &ldquo;Best of the Best&rdquo; Travelers&rsquo; Choice Awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usas-top-amusement-park-isnrsquot-disney-universal-or-dollywood-according-to-tripadvisor-travel-awards/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/usas-top-amusement-park-isnrsquot-disney-universal-or-dollywood-according-to-tripadvisor-travel-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump says US has 'won' Iran war, but 'I want to win by a bigger margin']]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump said Thursday that he is not satisfied with the current standing between the U.S. and Iran, amid stalled nuclear deal negotiations between the two countries.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-us-has-won-iran-war-but-i-want-to-win-by-a-bigger-margin/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-us-has-won-iran-war-but-i-want-to-win-by-a-bigger-margin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Syphilis making a comeback, health officials warn. CDC map shows where risk is highest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compared to about a decade ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said congenital syphilis cases are 700% higher nationwide.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/syphilis-making-a-comeback-health-officials-warn-cdc-map-shows-where-risk-is-highest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/syphilis-making-a-comeback-health-officials-warn-cdc-map-shows-where-risk-is-highest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Chick-fil-A worker charged with stealing $80K in fake mac-and-cheese refund scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investigators say the suspect created around 800 fake orders, then refunded the money to himself.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-chick-fil-a-worker-charged-with-stealing-80k-in-fake-mac-and-cheese-refund-scheme/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-chick-fil-a-worker-charged-with-stealing-80k-in-fake-mac-and-cheese-refund-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Build-A-Bear recalls 36K Heartwarming Hugs Bears stuffed animals due to choking hazard]]></title><description><![CDATA[The recall applies to Heartwarming Hugs Bears sold between Jan 2026 and March 2026 for $48, following one report of a zipper detaching.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/build-a-bear-recalls-36k-heartwarming-hugs-bears-stuffed-animals-due-to-choking-hazard/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/build-a-bear-recalls-36k-heartwarming-hugs-bears-stuffed-animals-due-to-choking-hazard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH: Florida man found on yacht, says he is holding it for President Trump]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owner said he confronted a man he found sitting inside of his yacht, and the man began threatening him when asked to leave.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-florida-man-found-on-yacht-says-he-is-holding-it-for-president-trump/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-florida-man-found-on-yacht-says-he-is-holding-it-for-president-trump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Unimaginable fear': ICE detains Utah student days before graduation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lisandro Pacheco's only previous offense was a traffic violation, according to his attorney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unimaginable-fear-ice-detains-utah-student-days-before-graduation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unimaginable-fear-ice-detains-utah-student-days-before-graduation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM School of Medicine offers free skin cancer screening]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The University of New Mexico School of Medicine Department of Dermatology and UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center is offering free skin cancer screening from 9 - 11:30 a.m. May 2, at two locations. The screenings are free and will be conducted on a first come, first served basis. Attendees will be given a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-school-of-medicine-offers-free-skin-cancer-screening/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-school-of-medicine-offers-free-skin-cancer-screening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced for 2025 robbery, stabbing case]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man involved in a 2025 stabbing was in court for a sentencing hearing Friday. Judge Cindy Leos sentenced Angelo Ray to seven years in prison. Police said he got a 13-year-old to help him rob a man with a knife. They said Ray threatened a man with a knife near [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-2025-robbery-stabbing-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-2025-robbery-stabbing-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuqeurque man sentenced for 2025 robbery, stabbing case]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man involved in a 2025 stabbing was in court for a sentencing hearing Friday. Judge Cindy Leos sentenced Angelo Ray to seven years in prison. Police said he got a 13-year-old to help him rob a man with a knife. They said Ray threatened a man with a knife near [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuqeurque-man-sentenced-for-2025-robbery-stabbing-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuqeurque-man-sentenced-for-2025-robbery-stabbing-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I-40 at Carnuel bridge repairs continue in May; drivers should expect delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[CARNUEL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bridge repair work on Interstate 40 at Carnuel, just east of Albuquerque, is expected to cause delays for drivers throughout May. The New Mexico Department of Transportation said during construction, I-40 will be reduced to one lane through the work zone. The project contractor is performing work on weekends to reduce the number of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-at-carnuel-bridge-repairs-continue-in-may-drivers-should-expect-delays/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-at-carnuel-bridge-repairs-continue-in-may-drivers-should-expect-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Race is on to restore TSA staffing ahead of summer travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[The workers' exodus came ahead of a busy summer travel season and global events like the FIFA World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/race-is-on-to-restore-tsa-staffing-ahead-of-summer-travel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/race-is-on-to-restore-tsa-staffing-ahead-of-summer-travel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biden makes first endorsement of 2026 midterm cycle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former President Joe Biden dropped his first endorsement of the 2026 midterm cycle on Friday morning, backing former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in the Georgia governor&rsquo;s race.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/biden-makes-first-endorsement-of-2026-midterm-cycle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/biden-makes-first-endorsement-of-2026-midterm-cycle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Loud boom': 5 dead following plane crash in Hays County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five people reportedly died following a plane crash in the Wimberley area of Hays County.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/loud-boom-5-dead-following-plane-crash-in-hays-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/loud-boom-5-dead-following-plane-crash-in-hays-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major drug recall: Ketamine, fentanyl, other drugs do not meet FDA standards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Multiple drugs used to treat patients in hospital and clinical settings nationwide are being recalled because they did not meet drug standards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/major-drug-recall-ketamine-fentanyl-other-drugs-do-not-meet-fda-standards/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/major-drug-recall-ketamine-fentanyl-other-drugs-do-not-meet-fda-standards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 injured in stabbing at Washington state high school, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;The school is secure, and we are currently investigating," a spokesperson for the Tacoma police said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/6-injured-in-stabbing-at-washington-state-high-school-police-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/6-injured-in-stabbing-at-washington-state-high-school-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pete Hegseth tangles with Senate Democrats: 5 takeaways]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tangled with Senate Democrats, sparring with lawmakers over President Trump&rsquo;s war with Iran, the Pentagon&rsquo;s massive $1.5 trillion defense budget request and potentially sending troops to polling sites.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pete-hegseth-tangles-with-senate-democrats-5-takeaways/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pete-hegseth-tangles-with-senate-democrats-5-takeaways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump fumes as Jerome Powell plots future at Federal Reserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is drawing backlash from Trump administration figures and allies after announcing his plans to stay at the central bank beyond his chairmanship.Powell said Wednesday that he will remain on the Fed board for an undetermined amount of time after Kevin Warsh takes over as chair given the various legal threats he believes the bank still faces.While [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-fumes-as-jerome-powell-plots-future-at-federal-reserve/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-fumes-as-jerome-powell-plots-future-at-federal-reserve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democrats bicker over whether a 2024 autopsy is needed, more than a year later]]></title><description><![CDATA[A long-promised autopsy of the Democratic Party&rsquo;s losses in 2024 has yet to materialize, and it's becoming a growing source of frustration for Democrats still looking for answers for why they lost the White House for a second time to President Trump.Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin angered Democrats in November when he [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrats-bicker-over-whether-a-2024-autopsy-is-needed-more-than-a-year-later/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrats-bicker-over-whether-a-2024-autopsy-is-needed-more-than-a-year-later/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Platner-Mills ending in Maine leaves Democrats questioning Schumer strategy]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of Senate Democrats are questioning Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer&rsquo;s (D-N.Y.) recruiting and broader political strategy heading into the 2026 midterm election after his prize recruit in Maine, Gov. Janet Mills (D), announced Thursday she would drop her bid to unseat Sen. Susan Collins (R). Several Democratic senators who spoke to The Hill [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/platner-mills-ending-in-maine-leaves-democrats-questioning-schumer-strategy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/platner-mills-ending-in-maine-leaves-democrats-questioning-schumer-strategy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico high school students take the stage at Popejoy with hopes of going to New York]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico's musical theater stars of tomorrow will be taking to the stage at Popejoy Hall on Sunday for the Enchantment Awards. The show cultivates high school performers from across the state, sending two hopefuls to New York to compete on the national level. In the rehearsal room atop the Albuquerque Journal [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-high-school-students-take-the-stage-at-popejoy-with-hopes-of-going-to-new-york/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-high-school-students-take-the-stage-at-popejoy-with-hopes-of-going-to-new-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 displaced following fire involving 2 mobile homes in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Six people have been displaced after two mobile homes caught fire in southeast Albuquerque Thursday night. At 9:49 p.m., a total of 43 firefighters and 18 apparatus responded to multiple calls, which stated several mobile homes at 530 Utah Street SE were on fire, with possible victims trapped. When fire crews got [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/6-displaced-following-fire-involving-2-mobile-homes-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/6-displaced-following-fire-involving-2-mobile-homes-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and snow chances, Valencia County highway, Santa Fe speed cams, PSA responsibilities, Farmington lake safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] Rain, snow, cold, &amp; breezy in short term - Rain and mountain snow will continue to expand across northern, eastern, and southern New Mexico as the storm system moves in. By early Friday morning, widespread moderate rain will cover much of eastern New Mexico.&nbsp;Rain will continue Friday morning [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-snow-chances-valencia-county-highway-santa-fe-speed-cams-psa-responsibilities-farmington-lake-safety/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-snow-chances-valencia-county-highway-santa-fe-speed-cams-psa-responsibilities-farmington-lake-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's happening in New Mexico May 1-7? Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Check out community events around New Mexico from May 1 to 7. Albuquerque New Mexico Albuquerque Notices &#128310;Community Veterans Court judge speaks about program after controversial sentencing &ndash; Albuquerque police criticized a New Mexico court, after a man who shot at officers was given a conditional discharge after he graduated from the Community [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-1-7-rio-grande-valley-celtic-festival-and-more/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-happening-in-new-mexico-may-1-7-rio-grande-valley-celtic-festival-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain, snow, cold, &amp; breezy in short term]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Widespread rain activity in East New Mexico with snow in northern areas through the higher elevations is accompanied by cooler air with stronger east-gap winds, particularly in the Albuquerque Metro. Moisture aloft from an arriving storm system from the southwest, in combination to the low-level moisture pushing from the opposite direction to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-snow-cold-amp-breezy-in-short-term/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-snow-cold-amp-breezy-in-short-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Much-needed rain and mountain snow moving into New Mexico tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico will finally get some much-needed rain and mountain snow as a storm system moves into the state. The heaviest rain will fall across eastern New Mexico, with lighter amounts farther west. Rain is developing around the Sangre de Cristo Mountains on Thursday, with snow falling above 8,000 feet. Snow has [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/much-needed-rain-and-mountain-snow-moving-into-new-mexico-tonight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/much-needed-rain-and-mountain-snow-moving-into-new-mexico-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meeting held on project in east Valencia County that could threaten homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A community is on edge Thursday night as residents fear that a proposed new road could destroy their land and even their homes. During a meeting this evening, the public had the opportunity to hear from the development team. The room was packed, with more than 200 community members attending [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meeting-held-on-project-in-east-valencia-county-that-could-threaten-homes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/meeting-held-on-project-in-east-valencia-county-that-could-threaten-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcyclist killed, another critically injured in westside Albuquerque crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Police are investigating a deadly crash involving two motorcycles that police said struck a vehicle Thursday night. The crash happened just before 8 p.m. near Coors Boulevard and Westside Drive NW. Police said a white Toyota RAV4 was traveling south on Coors and entered the left turn lane at Westside Drive. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcyclist-killed-another-critically-injured-in-westside-albuquerque-crash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcyclist-killed-another-critically-injured-in-westside-albuquerque-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcycle crash on Coors at Irving shuts down northbound lanes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A crash involving a motorcycle has forced northbound Coors to shut down Thursday night in Albuquerque. Details are limited, but the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said it happened near the Irving intersection, north of Paseo del Norte. Traffic is being diverted to Eagle Ranch Boulevard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcycle-crash-on-coors-at-irving-shuts-down-northbound-lanes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/motorcycle-crash-on-coors-at-irving-shuts-down-northbound-lanes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rio Rancho mayor sworn into office]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; For the first time in more than a decade, the City of Rio Rancho has a new mayor at the helm. Paul Wymer was sworn in to the position during a ceremony Thursday evening, weeks after he defeated Alexandria Piland in a runoff election. A former city councilor in Rio Rancho, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-rio-rancho-mayor-sworn-into-office/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-rio-rancho-mayor-sworn-into-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico deputy arrested for prostitution solicitation during sting operation in El Paso]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Lincoln County Sheriff's Office deputy is no longer employed after being arrested in Texas on allegations of soliciting prostitution.&nbsp; Lincoln County Sheriff Michael Wood revealed the arrest on Thursday morning by posting a candid video on Facebook. He said the deputy, Michael Gallardo, has spent nearly two decades in law [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-deputy-arrested-for-prostitution-solicitation-during-sting-operation-in-el-paso/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-deputy-arrested-for-prostitution-solicitation-during-sting-operation-in-el-paso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque expands duties for Police Service Aides &amp; Transit Safety officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; While Albuquerque continues to battle its crime problem, the city is increasingly leaning on police service aides to do more in the field. Albuquerque police service aides, or PSAs, can now write citations for low-level criminal charges or petty misdemeanors. Meanwhile, the city's civilian-led watchdog agency wants to ensure it has investigative power [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-expands-duties-for-police-service-aides-amp-transit-safety-officers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 02:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-expands-duties-for-police-service-aides-amp-transit-safety-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soaking rain and mountain snow moving into parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Mexico will finally get some much needed rain and mountain snow as a storm system moves into the state. The heaviest rain will fall across eastern New Mexico, with lighter amounts farther west. Rain is developing along and east of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains Thursday afternoon, with snow falling across the higher peaks. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/soaking-rain-and-mountain-snow-moving-into-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/soaking-rain-and-mountain-snow-moving-into-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Attorney General shares more about second phase of trial against Meta]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; After a landmark verdict against the parent company of Facebook and Instagram over safety on those online platforms, New Mexico's Department of Justice is now preparing a second case that could change the way Meta does business in the state. That second trial against Meta is slated to start Monday. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-attorney-general-shares-more-about-second-phase-of-trial-against-meta/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-attorney-general-shares-more-about-second-phase-of-trial-against-meta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Federal commission seeks court order in Gallup-McKinley Co. Schools investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[MCKINLEY COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A federal commission says Gallup-McKinley County Schools is failing to cooperate with their investigation. In 2024, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed charges against the district, alleging the district was discriminating against Native Americans - something they say could violate the civil rights act. The commission asked the district to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/federal-commission-seeks-court-order-in-gallup-mckinley-co-schools-investigation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/federal-commission-seeks-court-order-in-gallup-mckinley-co-schools-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NM United looks to stack consecutive wins at home]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; In this week&rsquo;s Black and Yellow Report, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate, Sports Anchor Jared Chester, and Digital Sports Reporter Bradley Benson recap United&rsquo;s USL Cup win, discuss the team&rsquo;s next match, and more. Up next, United will return home on Wednesday, May 6, to play against rival club El Paso Locomotive. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-united-looks-to-stack-consecutive-wins-at-home/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-united-looks-to-stack-consecutive-wins-at-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 injured after semi-truck crash in Torrance County]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Officials said one person was flown to an Albuquerque area hospital after a semi-truck crash that caused a fire on Wednesday night. The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. on I-40 near mile marker 231. I-40 was shut down for a short time. There were no injuries to first responders on scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-injured-after-semi-truck-crash-in-torrance-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-injured-after-semi-truck-crash-in-torrance-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ BioPark celebrates 40th birthday of Andean condor]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The BioPark is celebrating a special milestone for Hector the Andean condor - his 40th birthday. Staff decorated his enclosure with signs and a handful of his favorite treats. Andean condors can live up to 70 years. They're one of the largest flying birds in the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-celebrates-40th-birthday-of-andean-condor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-celebrates-40th-birthday-of-andean-condor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health alert due to blowing dust issued for Bernalillo County for Thursday evening]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program announced it is issuing a health alert because of blowing dust. The alert will start at 8 p.m. on Thursday and end at 6 a.m. on Friday. For more information on alerts and what they mean, click this link. To receive updates on health alerts [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-alert-due-to-blowing-dust-issued-for-bernalillo-county-for-thursday-evening/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-alert-due-to-blowing-dust-issued-for-bernalillo-county-for-thursday-evening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Economic Forum of Albuquerque creates 'When Business Thrives' movement]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Economic Forum of Albuquerque created the "When Business Thrives" movement to help support businesses. It's a storytelling movement, aiming to highlight the stories in our community, and it officially kicks off in May. The Executive Director of the Economic Forum of Albuquerque Emily Howard joined us on New Mexico Living on Thursday. Howard broke [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/economic-forum-of-albuquerque-creates-when-business-thrives-movement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/economic-forum-of-albuquerque-creates-when-business-thrives-movement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Convicted murderer confesses to 2 additional killings in Albuquerque, DA says]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man who is already serving prison time for murder has confessed to two additional murders that took place in Albuquerque in March 2018, the Bernalillo County district attorney announced Thursday. Kevin Geier, on Thursday, admitted to killing Adrian Johnson and Samuel Almanza. Both victims were shot in the back of the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/convicted-murderer-confesses-to-2-additional-killings-in-albuquerque-da-says/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/convicted-murderer-confesses-to-2-additional-killings-in-albuquerque-da-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM men's golf enters MW tournament as one of top teams in the country]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The regular season has come to a close for the UNM men's golf team and the Lobos are ranked No. 18 nationally. The team is coming off a win at the ASU Thunderbird Collegiate and looking to ride that momentum into the postseason. This season, UNM has racked up two team tournament [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-golf-enters-mw-tournament-as-one-of-top-teams-in-the-country/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-golf-enters-mw-tournament-as-one-of-top-teams-in-the-country/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobo basketball announces home-and-home with Utah State]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Beginning next season, the Mountain West Conference will look a lot different. Between schools leaving the league and new teams joining, the Lobos' schedule will also look very different. Despite the changes, there will be a familiar opponent on the Lobos schedule for each of the next two years. The difference is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobo-basketball-announces-home-and-home-with-utah-state/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobo-basketball-announces-home-and-home-with-utah-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Doodle celebrates Route 66, features neon from historic New Mexico motel]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Google joined the Route 66 Centennial celebration on Thursday by releasing a Google Doodle that pays tribute to the Mother Road and even features neon from a historic New Mexico motel. The animated Google Doodle artwork displayed on the search engine's website features Route 66&rsquo;s signature letterforms and historic road signs captured [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/google-doodle-celebrates-route-66-features-neon-from-historic-new-mexico-motel/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/google-doodle-celebrates-route-66-features-neon-from-historic-new-mexico-motel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costco updates its $1.50 Hot Dog Combo for the first time in decades]]></title><description><![CDATA[Costco is now offering the option of bottled water instead of soda for its famous Hot Dog Combo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/costco-updates-its-150-hot-dog-combo-for-the-first-time-in-decades/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/costco-updates-its-150-hot-dog-combo-for-the-first-time-in-decades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streamer hit by car in Indiana while walking across country to raise money for children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two other people were also taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/streamer-hit-by-car-in-indiana-while-walking-across-country-to-raise-money-for-children/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/streamer-hit-by-car-in-indiana-while-walking-across-country-to-raise-money-for-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisiana sheriff indicted on 30 felony counts after high-profile jailbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Outgoing Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson has been indicted on 30 felony counts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/louisiana-sheriff-indicted-on-30-felony-counts-after-high-profile-jailbreak/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/louisiana-sheriff-indicted-on-30-felony-counts-after-high-profile-jailbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dozens win $1M or more in rare Powerball drawing: Did ticket layout have an impact?]]></title><description><![CDATA[You have a 1 in 11.7 million chance of matching the five numbers needed for a $1 million payout. Roughly 90 tickets did just that last night &ndash; and we might know why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dozens-win-1m-or-more-in-rare-powerball-drawing-did-ticket-layout-have-an-impact/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dozens-win-1m-or-more-in-rare-powerball-drawing-did-ticket-layout-have-an-impact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First commercial flight between US, Venezuela in 7 years departs from Miami]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in seven years, a U.S. flight took off for Venezuela on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-commercial-flight-between-us-venezuela-in-7-years-departs-from-miami/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-commercial-flight-between-us-venezuela-in-7-years-departs-from-miami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rainy weather with mountain snow ahead for New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Thursday! Light rain, cloud coverage and the beginning of mountain snow were all depicted on radar at the start of the afternoon. Today's forecast details cloud coverage, light rain and mountain snow throughout the Land of Enchantment, which is expected to stick around through Friday. Temperature-wise cooler high temperatures will settle in the east/south [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rainy-weather-with-mountain-snow-ahead-for-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rainy-weather-with-mountain-snow-ahead-for-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County Neighborhood Grant Program offers up to $7,500 in project funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Bernalillo County is inviting all neighborhood associations recognized by the county to apply for the Fiscal Year 2027 Neighborhood Grant Program. The grant program provides limited funding projects and programs that focus on enhancing beauty, safety and connectivity of neighborhoods. Through the program, neighborhood associations can receive up to $7,500 for large projects [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-neighborhood-grant-program-offers-up-to-7500-in-project-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-neighborhood-grant-program-offers-up-to-7500-in-project-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildlife department reminds public to leave baby birds alone]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is urging the public to leave baby birds alone. The department said as spring brings warmer weather, it also brings an increase in babies found in nature. The department said it is not unusual to find a young bird on the ground, but their parents are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildlife-department-reminds-public-to-leave-baby-birds-alone/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildlife-department-reminds-public-to-leave-baby-birds-alone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two 19-year-olds charged with shooting from vehicle in Santa Fe County]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; &nbsp;Two 19-year-old men have been charged for shooting out of a vehicle in the Camel Tracks area in March. A Santa Fe County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office deputy responded on March 29 to a caller who reportedly saw and filmed people shooting out of the window of a pickup truck on County [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-19-year-olds-charged-with-shooting-from-vehicle-in-santa-fe-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-19-year-olds-charged-with-shooting-from-vehicle-in-santa-fe-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health alert issued in Albuquerque and  Bernalillo Co. for dust on Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A health alert has been issued for dust near industrial areas on Thursday. The alert is expected to expire at 1 p.m. Anyone with a respiratory condition in the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County is advised to limit outdoor activity. The city recommends these steps during a health alert: You [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-alert-issued-in-albuquerque-and-bernalillo-co-for-dust-on-thursday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-alert-issued-in-albuquerque-and-bernalillo-co-for-dust-on-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell man sentenced for making bomb threats to government offices in NM and PA]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Roswell man was sentenced to prison for making several bomb threats to multiple government offices. On Feb. 14, 2025, Jeffrey Ramon Diaz, 44, made threatening calls to several governmental agencies and offices, including a United States Senator&rsquo;s office, the New Mexico Second Judicial District Court in Bernalillo County, the Do&ntilde;a Ana [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-man-sentenced-for-making-bomb-threats-to-government-offices-in-nm-and-pa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-man-sentenced-for-making-bomb-threats-to-government-offices-in-nm-and-pa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tired before you even get into work? New survey finds which commutes are burning people out the most]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many workers in the U.S., the commute has become just as stressful as their career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tired-before-you-even-get-into-work-new-survey-finds-which-commutes-are-burning-people-out-the-most/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tired-before-you-even-get-into-work-new-survey-finds-which-commutes-are-burning-people-out-the-most/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why drinks like 'dirty soda' are fast food's new battleground]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fast food chains are going all-in on fancier drinks, from colorful refreshers to "dirty soda" creations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-drinks-like-dirty-soda-are-fast-foods-new-battleground/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-drinks-like-dirty-soda-are-fast-foods-new-battleground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body found in clothes matching those of missing student Nahida Bristy, affidavit reveals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Court documents revealed more information surrounding the investigation into the deaths of USF students Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/body-found-in-clothes-matching-those-of-missing-student-nahida-bristy-affidavit-reveals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/body-found-in-clothes-matching-those-of-missing-student-nahida-bristy-affidavit-reveals/</guid></item></channel></rss>