<?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>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:05:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Expectations sky high as Lobo Football enters 2026 season]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Nobody would blame Lobo football fans if they were a little checked out at the beginning of last season. The program was listless, sailing on the waters of lost seasons, losing records, and multiple head coaching changes. NIL had caused multiple promising players to leave and coaches within the UNM sports ecosystem [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expectations-sky-high-as-lobo-football-enters-2026-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expectations-sky-high-as-lobo-football-enters-2026-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture with showers, storms for Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning! Another seasonable to mild morning for many across the Land of Enchantment and southwest Colorado. Temperatures have fallen into the 50s, 60s and 70s. Many New Mexicans are waking up to clouds and blue skies to start the holiday weekend. Saturday's forecast has above normal high temperatures along with showers and storms. Highs [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-with-showers-storms-for-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-with-showers-storms-for-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10-sided wave spotted on Saturn's south pole: What to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists say they&rsquo;ve discovered a 10-sided wave pattern over Saturn&rsquo;s south pole.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/10-sided-wave-spotted-on-saturns-south-pole-what-to-know/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/10-sided-wave-spotted-on-saturns-south-pole-what-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See the best public universities for 2027, according to Niche]]></title><description><![CDATA[While the cost of an education may not be getting any cheaper, a new analysis released Tuesday seeks to help school shoppers identify the best public universities for 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/see-the-best-public-universities-for-2027-according-to-niche/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/see-the-best-public-universities-for-2027-according-to-niche/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday Night Football: Week 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD FINAL SCORES MATCHUP FINAL WINNER Cleveland vs. Amarillo 35-28 Cleveland Rio Rancho vs. Roswell 39-35 Roswell Volcano Vista vs. La Cueva 42-31 Volcano Vista Sandia vs. Eldorado 50-0 Sandia Rio Grande vs. Valley 49-6 Valley Bernalillo vs. Espa&ntilde;ola 20-16 Espa&ntilde;ola West Las Vegas vs. Gallup 48-10 West Las [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-week-3-2/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-week-3-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue for parts of New Mexico through Labor Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will keep rain and thunderstorm chances around New Mexico Labor Day weekend. Temperatures will warm up across the state this weekend as well. Clouds and rain across western and central New Mexico Friday afternoon have keep temperatures cooler and is causing more light to moderate rain showers rather than thunderstorms. Storms are moving [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-through-labor-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-through-labor-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque receives 190 complaints over fiber internet construction]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Complaints are piling up from frustrated Albuquerque homeowners over fiber internet companies destroying their properties. It's a problem the City of Albuquerque has dealt with for months, and they want to remind residents that the work is not done by city workers. It was a shock for Northeast Heights homeowner Gloria when she [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-receives-190-complaints-over-fiber-internet-construction/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-receives-190-complaints-over-fiber-internet-construction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque police searching for suspect in two shootings including one that was fatal]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque police are looking for a suspect in two shootings, including a deadly shooting Friday afternoon in downtown. Police said 36-year-old Juan Maestas shot and killed someone Friday afternoon near Second and Marquette. Investigators believe Maestas is responsible for another shooting at a Maverik gas station on Montgomery on Wednesday. Police said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-searching-for-suspect-in-two-shootings-including-one-that-was-fatal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-searching-for-suspect-in-two-shootings-including-one-that-was-fatal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Championship Air Races in Roswell to take place September 16-20]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The National Championship Air Races in Roswell have announced their updated lineup for the upcoming event. This year will feature seven racing classes and will have more than 120 aircraft participating. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the service's premier aerial demonstration team, will highlight the 2026 air show lineup. The races take place [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/national-championship-air-races-in-roswell-to-take-place-september-16-20/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 04:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/national-championship-air-races-in-roswell-to-take-place-september-16-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last suspect in fatal 2025 Albuquerque shooting sentenced]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The final suspect charged in a deadly shooting in the parking lot of the Barleas Community Center will spend more than two decades behind bars. Police said that in April 2025, Robert Rodriguez, along with Nathaniel Gutierrez and Jeffery Jojola, planned to rob Michael Gallegos after stalking him on social media. Police [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/last-suspect-in-fatal-2025-albuquerque-shooting-sentenced/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 04:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/last-suspect-in-fatal-2025-albuquerque-shooting-sentenced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico National Guardsman remains to be returned home 84 years after his death]]></title><description><![CDATA[PORTALES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Eighty-four years after his death, a New Mexico National Guardsman is finally returning home. U.S. Army Sergeant Melvin E. Jones died of malaria in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp in the summer of 1942. He was 22 years old. During his life, Jones served with the 200th Coast Artillery Regiment in the Philippines [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guardsman-remains-to-be-returned-home-84-years-after-his-death/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guardsman-remains-to-be-returned-home-84-years-after-his-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presbyterian Hospital taking precautions after patient tests positive for bacteria that causes Legionnaires' Disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque said it is taking precautions after a patient recently tested positive for the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' Disease. The hospital said environmental testing found Legionella in a "very limited number of areas," including two rooms. Staff is working to remediate those areas. No other cases have been reported. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/presbyterian-hospital-taking-precautions-after-patient-tests-positive-for-bacteria-that-causes-legionnaires-disease/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/presbyterian-hospital-taking-precautions-after-patient-tests-positive-for-bacteria-that-causes-legionnaires-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman accused of murder in Albuquerque to stay behind bars until trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A woman accused of stabbing someone to death in Albuquerque will remain behind bars. Last month, Albuquerque police responded to the French Quarter apartments after they said 52-year-old Geraldine Begay stabbed Crystal Markum with a knife. Police said Begay was trying to stab a dog at the apartment complex, and Markum was trying [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-accused-of-murder-in-albuquerque-to-stay-behind-bars-until-trial/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-accused-of-murder-in-albuquerque-to-stay-behind-bars-until-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community concerned after Las Vegas' only homeless shelter 'The Samaritan House' goes up for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Community members in Las Vegas are worried about their homeless neighbors after the city's only shelter, The Samaritan House, stopped offering overnight services and began operating on limited hours and services. "We've seen more walking around the streets, in alleys, sleeping wherever they can, looking more disheveled," concerned citizen and former [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-concerned-after-las-vegas-only-homeless-shelter-the-samaritan-house-goes-up-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-concerned-after-las-vegas-only-homeless-shelter-the-samaritan-house-goes-up-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Danger' algae warning issued for Charette Lake]]></title><description><![CDATA[MORA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A harmful algae bloom is keeping people out of a New Mexico lake in Mora County. Water samples collected at Charette Lake pushed the New Mexico Environment Department to issue a "Danger" warning. The department said algae samples were riddled with toxic bacteria. Officials are warning people and pets to avoid [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/danger-algae-warning-issued-for-charette-lake/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/danger-algae-warning-issued-for-charette-lake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PNM &amp; City of Albuquerque take over 100 pairs of shoes down from power lines]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Over the years, you've probably seen it all over the city, shoes tied together, dangling on power lines. And for Albuquerque City Councilor Nicole Rogers, it's a big pet peeve. "They are visible signs of despair that I'm trying to focus on in my district." But beyond the look, Councilor Rogers said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-amp-city-of-albuquerque-take-over-100-pairs-of-shoes-down-from-power-lines/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-amp-city-of-albuquerque-take-over-100-pairs-of-shoes-down-from-power-lines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture sticks around New Mexico Labor Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will keep rain and thunderstorm chances around New Mexico Labor Day weekend. Temperatures will warm up across the state this weekend as well. Clouds and rain across western and central New Mexico Friday afternoon have keep temperatures cooler and is causing more light to moderate rain showers rather than thunderstorms. Storms are moving [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-sticks-around-new-mexico-labor-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-sticks-around-new-mexico-labor-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of destroying Flock cameras in New Mexico released from custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The man accused of destroying multiple Flock license plate reader cameras has been released from custody again. On Thursday, Bernalillo County Sheriff's deputies arrested 44-year-old Jevon Martinez outside their downtown headquarters. They said he removed 10 Flock cameras and put them in the back of a pickup truck, all while recording his [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-destroying-flock-cameras-in-new-mexico-released-from-custody/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-destroying-flock-cameras-in-new-mexico-released-from-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe's Gerard's House to burn grief related art at Zozobra]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; This year, some of the things going into Zozobra&rsquo;s flames aren't just paper and paint; they're pieces of grief created by children who have lost someone they love. One Santa Fe grief center is using art and Zozobra to help kids let go. &ldquo;Grief can be really lonely, so our model [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fes-gerards-house-to-burn-grief-related-art-at-zozobra/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fes-gerards-house-to-burn-grief-related-art-at-zozobra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Executive order bans uranium mining on state land in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;New Mexico State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richards announced the banning of new uranium mines on state land. Friday's decision comes as the New Mexico Department of Justice filed a petition to stop uranium mining at Crownpoint and Church Rock near Gallup. New Mexico has more than a thousand former uranium mining, milling, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/executive-order-bans-uranium-mining-on-state-land-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/executive-order-bans-uranium-mining-on-state-land-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico man accused of sexually assaulting minor]]></title><description><![CDATA[CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A New Mexico man is behind bars after Cibola County Sheriff's Office deputies said he sexually assaulted an eight-year-old girl. Deputies obtained a search warrant and arrested Christopher Gardom at his home in Fence Lake, New Mexico. He is facing two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-man-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-minor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-man-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-minor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man on the run for more than 4 decades who stole dead man's identity and lived in New Mexico sentenced]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The fugitive who stole a dead man's identity to hide for more than 40 years has been sentenced for his crime. Stephen Craig Campbell, 76, was on the run since 1982. He was accused of attempting to murder his estranged wife's boyfriend by planting a makeshift explosive at his home. The feds [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-on-the-run-for-more-than-4-decades-who-stole-dead-mans-identity-and-lived-in-new-mexico-sentenced/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-on-the-run-for-more-than-4-decades-who-stole-dead-mans-identity-and-lived-in-new-mexico-sentenced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former New Mexico lawmaker pleads guilty in state case]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; On Friday, former state Representative Sheryl Williams Stapleton&nbsp;pleaded guilty to four state charges. She faced multiple charges, including racketeering and money laundering. This means she will face at least 10 years that will run concurrently with her federal charges. In August, a federal jury&nbsp;convicted Sheryl Williams Stapleton of fraud&nbsp;and money laundering after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-lawmaker-pleads-guilty-in-state-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-lawmaker-pleads-guilty-in-state-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shower, storm chances extend into Labor Day Weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Friday! Cloud coverage stuck around this morning throughout the Albuquerque Metro and parts of New Mexico. The cloud coverage has allowed our temperatures to remain cooler in the 70s in Albuquerque for the time being. Today's forecast will feature cooler high temperatures throughout western and central New Mexico compared to the east. Southeast New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-storm-chances-extend-into-labor-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-storm-chances-extend-into-labor-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traffic restrictions lifted at busy northeast Albuquerque intersection]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;The intersection of Montgomery Blvd. and Wyoming Blvd. in Albuquerque has been fully reopened following temporary lane restrictions that went into effect August 31. The lane restrictions went into effect while New Mexico Gas Company repaired a natural gas pipeline. The eastbound lanes of Montgomery were restricted as traffic approaches Wyoming. The work [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traffic-restrictions-lifted-at-busy-northeast-albuquerque-intersection/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traffic-restrictions-lifted-at-busy-northeast-albuquerque-intersection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labor Day 2026: What’s closed, what’s open in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[Labor Day is September 7, 2026. Here is a list of closures and events happening around the state. Albuquerque All City offices are closed Monday, Sept. 7. The following is open in Albuquerque:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/labor-day-2026-whats-closed-whats-open-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/labor-day-2026-whats-closed-whats-open-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo Metro Court warns of scam targeting inmates families]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court is warning the public about a scam that targets family members of people who have recently been booked into the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center. In the scam, family members get a phone call from someone posing as an official and asks for payment in the form [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-metro-court-warns-of-scam-targeting-inmates-families/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-metro-court-warns-of-scam-targeting-inmates-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Epinephrine injection recalled over potentially fatal health risks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Consumers, retailers and health care facilities should stop using the product and discard or return it, the FDA said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/epinephrine-injection-recalled-over-potentially-fatal-health-risks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/epinephrine-injection-recalled-over-potentially-fatal-health-risks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Publix, Walmart, other grocers under investigation over beef prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Justice is expanding its investigation into beef affordability in the United States to include eight of the largest grocers in the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/publix-walmart-other-grocers-under-investigation-over-beef-prices/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/publix-walmart-other-grocers-under-investigation-over-beef-prices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diesel prices hit record high]]></title><description><![CDATA[The average price of diesel hit an all-time high Friday in the U.S. as the conflict with Iran puts more strain on the global energy supply.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/diesel-prices-hit-record-high/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/diesel-prices-hit-record-high/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brothers run marathons on 2 legs, 3 wheels for Muscular Dystrophy awareness]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;I try to be as positive as I can.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/brothers-run-marathons-on-2-legs-3-wheels-for-muscular-dystrophy-awareness/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/brothers-run-marathons-on-2-legs-3-wheels-for-muscular-dystrophy-awareness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico receives federal funds to aid post-disaster recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;FEMA approved more than $162 million in funds for several states recovering from wildfires, flooding and mudflows, including New Mexico. More than $362,000 is headed to New Mexico to fund drainage channel headgate, embankment and culvert repairs or replacements for the Gallinas Canal Acequia Association. Another $478,000 is earmarked for the Village of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-receives-federal-funds-to-aid-post-disaster-recovery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-receives-federal-funds-to-aid-post-disaster-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of murder over green chile enchiladas will stay in custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man accused of killing another man following a fight over green chile enchiladas in northeast Albuquerque will remain behind bars while awaiting trial. Police say Ervin Gutierrez shot and killed Nathaniel Cavazos at the Copper Hills apartments, near Tramway and Montgomery in August. According to a criminal complaint, the pair drinking [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-murder-over-green-chile-enchiladas-will-stay-in-custody/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-murder-over-green-chile-enchiladas-will-stay-in-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ RIDE will pause bus, van services on Labor Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash;To honor the workers of of ABQ RIDE, the City of Albuquerque said no transit services will run on Labor Day, Monday, September 7. "In the past year our team delivered more than eight million rides to the community, helping get people people to work, school, nights out and everything in between," Transit [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-will-pause-bus-van-services-on-labor-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-will-pause-bus-van-services-on-labor-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tommy Davison makes a stop in New Mexico for two nights of stand-up comedy]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;With a wide array of talents, Tommy Davidson has been a mainstay in entertainment for decades. He's well-known for as one of the original stars of the sketch comedy series, "In Living Color," but he's achieved much more throughout his career. Davidson will be at Quezada's Comedy Club and Cantina September 4, 5. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tommy-davison-makes-a-stop-in-new-mexico-for-two-nights-of-stand-up-comedy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tommy-davison-makes-a-stop-in-new-mexico-for-two-nights-of-stand-up-comedy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which stores, restaurants are open for Labor Day 2026?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forgot something for your Labor Day celebration? You're in luck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/which-stores-restaurants-are-open-for-labor-day-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/which-stores-restaurants-are-open-for-labor-day-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LIVE: Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial after days of deliberation, delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[After days of deliberation and last-minute delays on Friday, the judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder case announced Friday afternoon that he was declaring a mistrial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-ends-in-mistrial-after-days-of-deliberation-delays/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-ends-in-mistrial-after-days-of-deliberation-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial after days of deliberation, delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[After days of deliberation, the judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder case announced Friday afternoon that he was declaring a mistrial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-ends-in-mistrial-after-days-of-deliberation-delays/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-ends-in-mistrial-after-days-of-deliberation-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in hung jury, defense demands stay of mistrial declaration]]></title><description><![CDATA[The judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder case has declared a mistrial after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-ends-in-hung-jury-defense-demands-stay-of-mistrial-declaration/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-ends-in-hung-jury-defense-demands-stay-of-mistrial-declaration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy judge, defense attorney spar over holdout juror]]></title><description><![CDATA[The judge in the Lindsay Clancy trial will not have a private hearing with a holdout juror, he told attorneys Friday in a heated exchange with the defense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-judge-defense-attorney-spar-over-holdout-juror/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-judge-defense-attorney-spar-over-holdout-juror/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prepare for the most expensive Labor Day travel weekend on record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Get ready to spend more on travel this Labor Day weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prepare-for-the-most-expensive-labor-day-travel-weekend-on-record/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prepare-for-the-most-expensive-labor-day-travel-weekend-on-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SWAT standoff, Horse races leaving, Storm chances, Water release, Solar projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] APD release details on deadly officer-involved shooting in August - Officers responded to an apartment on Cibola Loop several times, with a man saying homeless people were trying to get into his home and someone was tampering with his locks. That man is 39-year-old Sean Omara. APD said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/swat-standoff-horse-races-leaving-storm-chances-water-release-solar-projects/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/swat-standoff-horse-races-leaving-storm-chances-water-release-solar-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque police investigate deadly shooting near Central and Coors]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred near Coors Blvd. and Central Ave. APD said officers responded to the scene just before 10 p.m. Thursday night. Police said officers arrived on scene and located a man with gunshot wounds. The man was taken to the hospital, but pronounced [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-investigate-deadly-shooting-near-central-and-coors/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-investigate-deadly-shooting-near-central-and-coors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How SFX Makeup Artists help bring movies to life; New Mexico Strange]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Have you ever wondered how your favorite horror movies were able to create such iconic villains and creatures? Behind the scenes there is a lot that goes into creating these monsters feel like they are real and much of that job falls onto special effects makeup artists. This week on New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-sfx-makeup-artists-help-bring-movies-to-life-new-mexico-strange/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-sfx-makeup-artists-help-bring-movies-to-life-new-mexico-strange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some rain showers and seasonable temperatures around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty rain pockets are present in parts of New Mexico with more clouds for most with seasonable temperatures. Damper conditions are starting off in southwestern areas, northern areas are mostly slightly milder than yesterday morning with some clouds, and southeast areas are once again starting off mild. Most are still starting [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-rain-showers-and-seasonable-temperatures-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-rain-showers-and-seasonable-temperatures-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and storm chances continue through the Labor Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[A surge of monsoon moisture moving into New Mexico will bring an increase in rain and thunderstorm chances Friday and through Labor Day weekend. Temperatures will stay warm across the state. Dew points are increasing across southwest New Mexico Thursday afternoon as monsoon moisture streams into the state. That is already producing showers and a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-storm-chances-continue-through-the-labor-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-storm-chances-continue-through-the-labor-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Representative apologizes after she used taxpayer-paid PR firm for personal use]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Republicans have accused Rep. Andrea Romero (D-Santa Fe) of misusing taxpayer dollars and want her to resign from her seat. This, after she had a crisis in her private job and used a public relations firm that taxpayers paid for to help her deal with it. The problems started mounting for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-representative-apologizes-after-she-used-taxpayer-paid-pr-firm-for-personal-use/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-representative-apologizes-after-she-used-taxpayer-paid-pr-firm-for-personal-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of destroying Flock cameras in Rio Rancho facing similar charges in Bernalillo County]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The man accused of destroying Flock cameras in Rio Rancho is back behind bars, facing similar charges in Bernalillo County. Deputies arrested 44-year-old Jevon Martinez outside Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office downtown headquarters on Wednesday, after they said he removed 10 Flock cameras and put them in the back of a pickup truck. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-destroying-flock-cameras-in-rio-rancho-facing-similar-charges-in-bernalillo-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-destroying-flock-cameras-in-rio-rancho-facing-similar-charges-in-bernalillo-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian injured in crash near I-40 off-ramp and Louisiana in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian at the I-40 off-ramp to Louisiana near Lomas. Officers were sent to the area around 6:30 p.m. They said it was reported that the pedestrian may have been dragged by a vehicle. APD said an incident involving a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-injured-in-crash-near-i-40-off-ramp-and-louisiana-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-injured-in-crash-near-i-40-off-ramp-and-louisiana-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque officials break ground of 1st of 8 solar projects in the city]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque officials broke ground on the first of eight new solar projects across the city on Thursday. The first project is underway at the Eastside Animal Shelter in partnership with the company Sustainability Partners. Officials said the move is part of an ongoing effort to move Albuquerque closer to using 100% renewable [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-break-ground-of-1st-of-8-solar-projects-in-the-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 03:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-break-ground-of-1st-of-8-solar-projects-in-the-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe Public Library to host suicide prevention class next Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; September is Suicide Awareness Month, and the Santa Fe Public Library is stepping up and teaching residents how to spot and prevent suicidal ideation. Next Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., staff will host a free hour-long online class on the common causes and warning signs of suicidal behavior, plus how to help [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-public-library-to-host-suicide-prevention-class-next-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 03:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-public-library-to-host-suicide-prevention-class-next-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sentencing set for former New Mexico lawmaker convicted of embezzlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A sentencing date has been set for the former state lawmaker who swindled millions of dollars from Albuquerque Public Schools. Last month, a federal jury convicted Sheryl Williams Stapleton of fraud and money laundering after she and Joseph Johnson funneled money into Johnson's robotics company. On Thursday, a judge scheduled Stapleton's sentencing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sentencing-set-for-former-new-mexico-lawmaker-convicted-of-embezzlement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sentencing-set-for-former-new-mexico-lawmaker-convicted-of-embezzlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture brings more storms through Labor Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[A surge of monsoon moisture moving into New Mexico will bring an increase in rain and thunderstorm chances Friday and through Labor Day weekend. Temperatures will stay warm across the state. Dew points are increasing across southwest New Mexico Thursday afternoon as monsoon moisture streams into the state. That is already producing showers and a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-brings-more-storms-through-labor-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 02:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-brings-more-storms-through-labor-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New mural created at Balloon Fiesta Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A vibrant new mural made its debut at Balloon Fiesta Park on Thursday. Billow Outside the Box is a gift by local artist Molly Mendenhal. She said the new design features imagery inspired by New Mexico's diverse plants and wildlife. She promised that guests will recognize many details dedicated to our state [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mural-created-at-balloon-fiesta-park/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 02:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mural-created-at-balloon-fiesta-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[650 million gallons of water released into Rio Grande to 'rewet' the river]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; For months, people in Albuquerque have been able to walk through what's normally the Rio Grande. "We had to stop our diversions from the river in April, which is earlier than we've ever have to before, and it's been dry for longer than anybody that I know can remember," said the Communications [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/650-million-gallons-of-water-released-into-rio-grande-to-rewet-the-river/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/650-million-gallons-of-water-released-into-rio-grande-to-rewet-the-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dry Rio Grande could cause continued issues for wildlife and vegetation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; While it may be a sigh of relief seeing more water in the Rio Grande, experts tracking the river's ecosystem said the situation is more dire than people might think. "The river has basically been dry in Albuquerque since June 4th of this year, so that's three months of drying. And the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-rio-grande-could-cause-continued-issues-for-wildlife-and-vegetation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dry-rio-grande-could-cause-continued-issues-for-wildlife-and-vegetation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mountainair EMS Chief on leave after allegations that he sexually assaulting teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOUNTAINAIR, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Chief of Mountainair's emergency medical service, Joshua Lewis, is on leave after being suspected of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old while he was working at the Estancia Municipal School District. Lewis is facing two counts of criminal sexual penetration of a minor. According to court documents, Lewis is suspected of sexually assaulting [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mountainair-ems-chief-on-leave-after-allegations-that-he-sexually-assaulting-teen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mountainair-ems-chief-on-leave-after-allegations-that-he-sexually-assaulting-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly $20M provided for Rio Grande water projects in southern New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission Lower Rio Grande Bureau has secured nearly $20 million to recharge groundwater, modernize aging infrastructure, and restore habitat for native wildlife. The bureau will use the funding for five different projects across Do&ntilde;a Ana and Sierra counties. The funding was awarded through the Drought Resilience Efforts [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-20m-provided-for-rio-grande-water-projects-in-southern-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-20m-provided-for-rio-grande-water-projects-in-southern-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black And Yellow Report: What's next for United after the end of historic streak?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) - This edition of the Black and Yellow Report looks at the fallout from New Mexico United&rsquo;s 2-1 loss to San Antonio FC, which snapped the team&rsquo;s historic 13-game unbeaten streak. Sports Director Van Tate sits down with head coach Dennis Sanchez to discuss the loss and how United plans to move forward. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-and-yellow-report-whats-next-for-united-after-the-end-of-historic-streak/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-and-yellow-report-whats-next-for-united-after-the-end-of-historic-streak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All-American Futurity Race along with other events to move to Texas from Ruidoso]]></title><description><![CDATA[RUIDOSO DOWNS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Ruidoso Downs Race Track &amp; Casino announced on Thursday that the Triple Crown Series, which includes the Ruidoso Futurity, Rainbow Futurity, and All-American Futurity, is moving to Grand Prairie, Texas, in 2027. The agreement between Ruidoso Downs owners Johnny and Jana Trotter and Global Gaming Solutions is expected to be finalized [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/all-american-futurity-race-along-with-other-events-to-move-to-texas-from-ruidoso/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/all-american-futurity-race-along-with-other-events-to-move-to-texas-from-ruidoso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about the 'compliment' texting trend targeting students]]></title><description><![CDATA[A texting trend sending "compliments" to students has prompted warnings from at least one school district after families reported the messages to administrators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-to-know-about-the-compliment-texting-trend-targeting-students/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-to-know-about-the-compliment-texting-trend-targeting-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dental X-rays from decades ago are washing up in New York]]></title><description><![CDATA[An unusual find keeps showing up on the shoreline of Lake Erie in Dunkirk, New York.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dental-x-rays-from-decades-ago-are-washing-up-in-new-york/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dental-x-rays-from-decades-ago-are-washing-up-in-new-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biopharmaceutical manufacturing company expands campus in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; One of the leading companies in the science and medicine industries is expanding its facilities here in Albuquerque. Curia explores new medicines and therapies for other biotechnology companies and helps bring those products to patients in need. On Thursday, the company's leaders celebrated the expansion of their campus in Albuquerque. The facility [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/biopharmaceutical-manufacturing-company-expands-campus-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/biopharmaceutical-manufacturing-company-expands-campus-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old Town Emporium closing after 23 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Old Town Emporium, a souvenir shop in Albuquerque's Old Town, is closing down. According to a social media post, after 23 years of owning the store, the owner has decided it's time to move on. The shop will be closing this year and thanked the community, saying the business was a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/old-town-emporium-closing-after-23-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/old-town-emporium-closing-after-23-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain, storm chances ahead for New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! Monsoon moisture is expected to increase throughout southwest New Mexico today bringing rain and storm chances to the state. Today's showers and storms will impact parts of southern, central and western New Mexico. This evening there is a chance for showers and storms throughout the Albuquerque Metro. Moisture is still expected to stream [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-storm-chances-ahead-for-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-storm-chances-ahead-for-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy trial: Jury deliberating for sixth day with growing risk of a mistrial]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadlocked jury in the&nbsp;Lindsay Clancy&nbsp;trial on Thursday started a sixth day of trying to reach a verdict and avoid a mistrial after telling the judge twice that they can't agree whether the Massachusetts mother is criminally responsible for killing her three children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-jury-deliberating-for-sixth-day-with-growing-risk-of-a-mistrial/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-jury-deliberating-for-sixth-day-with-growing-risk-of-a-mistrial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy trial: Judge sends jury home as foreperson says they're deadlocked over 1 juror]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadlocked jury in the&nbsp;Lindsay Clancy&nbsp;trial went home without a verdict Thursday in a dramatic sixth day of deliberations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-judge-sends-jury-home-as-foreperson-says-theyre-deadlocked-over-1-juror/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-judge-sends-jury-home-as-foreperson-says-theyre-deadlocked-over-1-juror/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy trial: Judge sends deadlocked jury back; defense seeks a juror’s removal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadlocked jury in the&nbsp;Lindsay Clancy&nbsp;trial on Thursday started a sixth day of trying to reach a verdict and avoid a mistrial after telling the judge twice that they can't agree whether the Massachusetts mother is criminally responsible for killing her three children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-judge-sends-deadlocked-jury-back-defense-seeks-a-jurors-removal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-judge-sends-deadlocked-jury-back-defense-seeks-a-jurors-removal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy trial: Judge encourages jury to continue deliberating, denies request to remove juror]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadlocked jury in the&nbsp;Lindsay Clancy&nbsp;trial on Thursday started a sixth day of trying to reach a verdict and avoid a mistrial after telling the judge twice that they can't agree whether the Massachusetts mother is criminally responsible for killing her three children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-judge-encourages-jury-to-continue-deliberating-denies-request-to-remove-juror/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-judge-encourages-jury-to-continue-deliberating-denies-request-to-remove-juror/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI investigating report of millions of driver's licenses being leaked on dark web]]></title><description><![CDATA[A report earlier this week said millions of driver's licenses, including that of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, may have been leaked on the dark web.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-investigating-report-of-millions-of-drivers-licenses-being-leaked-on-dark-web/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-investigating-report-of-millions-of-drivers-licenses-being-leaked-on-dark-web/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Camels are coming back to El Morro National Monument]]></title><description><![CDATA[CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Camels are coming back to El Morro National Monument in Ramah this month. The monument is hosting a two-day camel extravaganza on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, to commemorate the 1857 U.S. Camel Corps, which traveled on the towering cliff face of El Morro. The expedition, sponsored by the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/camels-are-coming-back-to-el-morro-national-monument/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/camels-are-coming-back-to-el-morro-national-monument/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Police release details on deadly officer-involved shooting in August]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Albuquerque Police Department held a news conference on Thursday to release details on an officer-involved shooting on August 11, 2026 that left one person dead. Officers responded to an apartment on Cibola Loop several times, with a man saying homeless people were trying to get into his home and someone was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-release-details-on-deadly-officer-involved-shooting-in-august/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-release-details-on-deadly-officer-involved-shooting-in-august/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Police release details on deadly officer-involved shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Albuquerque Police Department is holding a news conference Thursday at 2:30 p.m. to release details on an officer-involved shooting on August 11, 2026 that left one person dead. KRQE News will livestream the news conference on this page Officers responded to an apartment on Cibola Loop several times, with a man [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-release-details-on-deadly-officer-involved-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-release-details-on-deadly-officer-involved-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County holds burial for indigent, unclaimed residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; On Thursday, Bernalillo County held its annual burial ceremony for indigent and unclaimed residents. County officials and community members gathered for the burial at Fairview Memorial Park and honored those who passed without family able to claim them. The service that included a respectful disposition of cremains and a eulogy offered [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-holds-burial-for-indigent-unclaimed-residents/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-holds-burial-for-indigent-unclaimed-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman pleads no contest to charges connected with Albuquerque murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;An Albuquerque mother who allegedly told her 17-year-old son to shoot a man changed her plea in court on Thursday. Munah Green pleaded no contest to second-degree murder and conspiracy to commit second-degree murder and is set to be sentenced in October. In April 2025, a witness told Albuquerque Police that a group, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-pleads-no-contest-to-charges-connected-with-albuquerque-murder/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-pleads-no-contest-to-charges-connected-with-albuquerque-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Touro Dental College receives grant to help underserved communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Delta Dental of New Mexico has partnered with the Touro College of Dental Medicine to bring support to rural areas of the state, where dental care may be hard to access. Delta Dental of New Mexico awarded a $10,000 grant to Touro College of Dental Medicine to support dental students that are completing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/touro-dental-college-receives-grant-to-help-underserved-communities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/touro-dental-college-receives-grant-to-help-underserved-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ARNIA Foundation partners to offer grants to New Mexico educators]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union and the nonprofit organization, ARNIA Foundation, have partnered to award $20,000 to educators throughout the state as part of their enrichEd Classroom Grant Program. The program helps educators bring financial literacy and wellness lessons to the classroom. The ARNIA Foundation will award $20,000 total in grants to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/arnia-foundation-partners-to-offer-grants-to-new-mexico-educators/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/arnia-foundation-partners-to-offer-grants-to-new-mexico-educators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Fair coming to Expo New Mexico September 10 - 20]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The 2026 New Mexico State Fair is taking place September 10 - 20 at Expo New Mexico. This year's features the classic state fair favorites and some new twists for attendees to enjoy. This year's fair is Route 66 themed and Expo New Mexico General Manager Dan Mourning said its the only [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-fair-coming-to-expo-new-mexico-september-10-20/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-fair-coming-to-expo-new-mexico-september-10-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silver High School teacher accused of possessing child sexual abuse material]]></title><description><![CDATA[GRANT COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A teacher at Silver High School in Silver City has been arrested for possible possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material. On Wednesday at approximately 10:48 a.m., the Grant County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office arrested Whitney Vandenberg following an ongoing investigation. He is charged with two counts of distribution of child sexual [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/silver-high-school-teacher-accused-of-possessing-child-sexual-abuse-material/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/silver-high-school-teacher-accused-of-possessing-child-sexual-abuse-material/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New passenger terminal coming to Clovis Regional Airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[CLOVIS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Construction on a new passenger terminal at the Clovis Regional Airport is currently underway. The new 20,000 square-foot building will be designed to meet the increased travel they've seen. The expansion will improve passenger flow and security screening, while adding over 90 public parking spaces and a new aircraft parking apron. The project [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-passenger-terminal-coming-to-clovis-regional-airport/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-passenger-terminal-coming-to-clovis-regional-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fairgrounds redevelopment, Santa Fe speed cameras, Warmer weather, Shooting charges, Balloon Fiesta special shapes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] NM officials to begin search for developers for the state fairgrounds - State leaders have looked at how to redevelop the state fairgrounds, including adding housing and a stadium. The state wants to revamp more than 200 acres on the Expo New Mexico property, which is located in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fairgrounds-redevelopment-santa-fe-speed-cameras-warmer-weather-shooting-charges-balloon-fiesta-special-shapes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fairgrounds-redevelopment-santa-fe-speed-cameras-warmer-weather-shooting-charges-balloon-fiesta-special-shapes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storms return in southwest New Mexico, temperatures remain warm]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Very spotty rain pockets are present in southwestern parts of New Mexico with hardly any clouds for most with seasonable temperatures. Mostly clear skies, drier conditions aloft, and calm winds have left chilly temperatures behind in northern areas with pockets of high humidity, while areas to the southeast are much milder. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storms-return-in-southwest-new-mexico-temperatures-remain-warm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storms-return-in-southwest-new-mexico-temperatures-remain-warm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloria Steinem, fierce feminist activist and Ms. Magazine founder, dies at 92]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women&rsquo;s movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes throughout her life, has died. She was 92.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gloria-steinem-fierce-feminist-activist-and-ms-magazine-founder-dies-at-92/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gloria-steinem-fierce-feminist-activist-and-ms-magazine-founder-dies-at-92/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and storm chances return starting Thursday a surge of monsoon moisture arrives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will increase across New Mexico late Thursday into Friday, bringing an increase in rain chances heading into the end of the week. Storm chances will stick around this weekend while temperatures remain warmer than normal. Drier air returned to most of New Mexico Wednesday afternoon, leading to fewer showers and storms and warmer [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-storm-chances-return-starting-thursday-a-surge-of-monsoon-moisture-arrives/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-storm-chances-return-starting-thursday-a-surge-of-monsoon-moisture-arrives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man who shot bear charged]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man has been charged for shooting a bear. Brandon Mead, 36, is accused of shooting the bear last month in a neighborhood off Tramway, north of Paseo. Mead reportedly told deputies the bear and her two cubs had caused problems for weeks, going through his trash cans. Mead said that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-who-shot-bear-charged/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-who-shot-bear-charged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The WW2-era tunnel system Los Alamos National Laboratory still uses today right under your feet]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ALAMOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; If you've stopped at the Starbucks in Los Alamos, you would have no idea of the underground tunnel system below you. The tunnel system once stored nuclear weapons after World War Two and is still in use today by Los Alamos National Laboratory. Built in the 1940s, the Ice House Tunnel [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-ww2-era-tunnel-system-los-alamos-national-laboratory-still-uses-today-right-under-your-feet/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-ww2-era-tunnel-system-los-alamos-national-laboratory-still-uses-today-right-under-your-feet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico officials to begin search for developers for the state fairgrounds]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;For months, state leaders have looked at how to redevelop the state fairgrounds, including adding housing and a stadium. KRQE has now gotten an update on where those plans stand. The state wants to revamp more than 200 acres on the Expo New Mexico property, which is located in Albuquerque's International District. State [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-to-begin-search-for-developers-for-the-state-fairgrounds/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-to-begin-search-for-developers-for-the-state-fairgrounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New special shape 'Scout' the sasquatch is coming to Balloon fiesta]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;It's one of the most anticipated spectacles at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta every year: the special shape balloons. With 13 new balloons from across the country, one pilot shared his special balloon making its debut. You can always count on seeing Yoda and Darth Vader, and of course Smokey Bear at Balloon [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-special-shape-scout-the-sasquatch-is-coming-to-balloon-fiesta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-special-shape-scout-the-sasquatch-is-coming-to-balloon-fiesta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The well-traveled Troy Omeire adds experience to a young UNM receivers room]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Last season, he was playing against the University of New Mexico football team. Veteran receiver Troy Omeire is penciled in as a starter for the Lobos this season. The UNLV transfer is in his seventh and final year of college football, the extra time due to a double medical redshirt. Omeire's career [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-well-traveled-troy-omeire-adds-experience-to-a-young-unm-receivers-room/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-well-traveled-troy-omeire-adds-experience-to-a-young-unm-receivers-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Cruces International Airport expands emergency transport capabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Emergency care is expanding in southern New Mexico. On Wednesday, the ribbon was cut on a new fixed-wing medical transport and air base at Las Cruces International Airport. Memorial Medical Center partnered with Native Air to add a new plane, pilots, and medical personnel to the airport. The new plane, called [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-international-airport-expands-emergency-transport-capabilities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-international-airport-expands-emergency-transport-capabilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMSU to host the exhibit 'Americans and the Holocaust' through September 25]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State University's Zuhl Library is hosting a brand new exhibit on Americans and their impact on the Holocaust. The exhibit will feature stories of Americans who worked to liberate the camps, but also ask hard questions about what Americans knew as the Holocaust was happening, and what more could [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsu-to-host-the-exhibit-americans-and-the-holocaust-through-september-25/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsu-to-host-the-exhibit-americans-and-the-holocaust-through-september-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Albuquerque police arrest man in wrong-way crash suspected of DWI]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Police video showed the aftermath of a wrong-way, head-on crash on Albuquerque's Westside in early July, caused by a suspected drunk driver. It wasn't the first, but the sixth time the driver faced a DWI arrest. Just before 10 p.m. on July 2, near Alameda and Corrales Road, police said a KIA, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-albuquerque-police-arrest-man-in-wrong-way-crash-suspected-of-dwi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-albuquerque-police-arrest-man-in-wrong-way-crash-suspected-of-dwi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sentencing reset for teens connected to fatal hit-and-run that killed cyclist in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Two of the teens involved in hitting and killing a cyclist, 17-year-old Elijah Engelking and William Garcia, were supposed to be sentenced on Wednesday for aggravated battery. In 2024, both of them were in a stolen car with other juveniles when cell phone video shows them hitting and killing a man riding [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sentencing-reset-for-teens-connected-to-fatal-hit-and-run-that-killed-cyclist-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 03:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sentencing-reset-for-teens-connected-to-fatal-hit-and-run-that-killed-cyclist-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad accused of leaving his kids in car at Albuquerque nightclub released from jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The dad facing child abuse charges, accused of leaving his two toddlers in a car while he went to a nightclub, will be released from jail. Albuquerque police arrested Stephan Natseway outside The Dirty Bourbon bar at Montgomery and Eubank Saturday night. The bar's security noticed two 20-month-old kids locked inside a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dad-accused-of-leaving-his-kids-in-car-at-albuquerque-nightclub-released-from-jail/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 03:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dad-accused-of-leaving-his-kids-in-car-at-albuquerque-nightclub-released-from-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple injured in I-25 shooting north of Albuquerque receives settlement from state]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A months-long shooting spree on I-25 north of Albuquerque landed a New Mexico man in federal prison. Now, years later, some of the victims in the case are getting a big payout after claiming New Mexico State Police should have done more to protect the public from that gunman. Driving from their [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/couple-injured-in-i-25-shooting-north-of-albuquerque-receives-settlement-from-state/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 03:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/couple-injured-in-i-25-shooting-north-of-albuquerque-receives-settlement-from-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque's Rest on Red traffic program gains national attention]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A traffic-safety idea developed in Albuquerque is now getting attention across the country. The city's "Rest on Red" program was designed to get drivers to slow down by making speeders wait at a red light. Three years later, officials said it's changing driver behavior, and now other cities want to know how [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-rest-on-red-traffic-program-gains-national-attention/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 02:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-rest-on-red-traffic-program-gains-national-attention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI operation catches ten of northern New Mexico's 'most dangerous criminals']]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPA&Ntilde;OLA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Federal, state, tribal, and local law enforcement said their 10-month "Operation Tempest" came in direct response to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham declaring a state of emergency in Espa&ntilde;ola last summer. As a result, operation leaders said they got some of northern New Mexico's most dangerous criminals off the street. "Espa&ntilde;ola is the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-operation-catches-ten-of-northern-new-mexicos-most-dangerous-criminals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 02:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-operation-catches-ten-of-northern-new-mexicos-most-dangerous-criminals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture starts moving into New Mexico again Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will increase across New Mexico late Thursday into Friday, bringing an increase in rain chances heading into the end of the week. Storm chances will stick around this weekend while temperatures remain warmer than normal. Drier air has returned to most of New Mexico Wednesday afternoon, leading to fewer showers and storms and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-starts-moving-into-new-mexico-again-thursday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-moisture-starts-moving-into-new-mexico-again-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe's new speed and noise cameras shot at on the same day they started recording]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; On the same day Santa Fe's new speed cameras went live this week, someone fired shots at them. "Although the damage to the cameras is a bit discouraging, it's not going to discourage our efforts,&rdquo; said Interim Chief for the Santa Fe Police Department Ben Valdez. On Monday at midnight, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fes-new-speed-and-noise-cameras-shot-at-on-the-same-day-they-started-recording/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fes-new-speed-and-noise-cameras-shot-at-on-the-same-day-they-started-recording/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Food Depot receives truckload of donated food]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Food Depot in Santa Fe received a massive donation on Wednesday. The donation was from both America 250 and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. It's part of America 250's America Gives initiative, which has the goal of sending 250 truckloads of food to communities in every state across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-food-depot-receives-truckload-of-donated-food/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-food-depot-receives-truckload-of-donated-food/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Congresswoman expresses concerns about state's handling of Project Jupiter]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;New Mexico Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (D) said she's deeply troubled with the state's handling of Project Jupiter. Earlier this month, Rep. Stansbury sent a letter to the New Mexico State Engineer, requesting more information about the project's water use, permits, and impact on water users. Rep. Stansbury shared the state's response, which she [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-congresswoman-expresses-concerns-about-states-handling-of-project-jupiter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-congresswoman-expresses-concerns-about-states-handling-of-project-jupiter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[13 new special shape balloons to join the 54th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; Penguins, turtles, and more. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has announced the new special shape balloons expected to make an appearance at this year's event. There'll be 13 new shapes total. You can find them below. There will be a total of 117 special shapes at this year's fiesta, which is slated for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/13-new-special-shape-balloons-to-join-the-54th-albuquerque-international-balloon-fiesta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/13-new-special-shape-balloons-to-join-the-54th-albuquerque-international-balloon-fiesta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque public pools to be deep cleaned after busy summer season]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A few public pools in Albuquerque will be deep cleaned over the coming weeks. It's part of routine maintenance after a busy summer season, according to the city. "At least three of the City&rsquo;s five indoor pools will remain open throughout the work, with additional lap-swim lanes and other accommodations available where [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-pools-to-be-deep-cleaned-after-busy-summer-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-pools-to-be-deep-cleaned-after-busy-summer-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LIST: New Mexico State Fair Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge, Unique Foods Contest participants]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico State Fair has announced the competitors for two of its most highly anticipated contests: the Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge and the&nbsp;Unique&nbsp;Foods Contest. Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge On Main Street just north of Heritage Ave. at noon on Monday, Sept. 14, the Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge, sponsored by the New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/list-new-mexico-state-fair-green-chile-cheeseburger-challengeuniquefoods-contest-participants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/list-new-mexico-state-fair-green-chile-cheeseburger-challengeuniquefoods-contest-participants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy trial: Jury tells judge again that it can't agree on verdict]]></title><description><![CDATA[The jury is on its fifth day of deliberations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-jury-tells-judge-again-that-it-cant-agree-on-verdict/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-jury-tells-judge-again-that-it-cant-agree-on-verdict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindsay Clancy trial: Jury sent home again without verdict]]></title><description><![CDATA[The jury is on its fifth day of deliberations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-jury-sent-home-again-without-verdict/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindsay-clancy-trial-jury-sent-home-again-without-verdict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell man charged with killing two homeless men]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Roswell man has been arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the deaths of two homeless men in July. Sean Michael Caraska, 37, was taken into custody Monday afternoon during the execution of a search warrant at his home in the 800 block of South Lea [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-man-charged-with-killing-two-homeless-men/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-man-charged-with-killing-two-homeless-men/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drier day today before more moisture returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drier air is moving into New Mexico today, bringing fewer thunderstorms and warmer temperatures. Isolated showers and thunderstorms are still expected this afternoon, mainly around the southern mountains and near the central mountain chain. Many of these showers may only produce sprinkles and gusty winds. Monsoon moisture will start to increase once again Thursday, especially [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-day-today-before-more-moisture-returns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-day-today-before-more-moisture-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Santa Fe highlights its Runoff to Roots program]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Santa Fe is encouraging community members to help improve their local stormwater infrastructure. The city's Runoff to Roots program offers support for neighborhoods to install rain gardens, like the one completed in August at Mary Ester Gonzales Senior Center. The goal of the rain gardens is to capture [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-santa-fe-highlights-its-runoff-to-roots-program/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-santa-fe-highlights-its-runoff-to-roots-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department offers services to nearby communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque's&nbsp;Animal&nbsp;Welfare Department is now offering low-cost services through its Preventive Pet Care Clinic to residents in surrounding communities. "We don&rsquo;t want anyone struggling to take proper care of their critters,&rdquo;&nbsp;said Mayor Tim Keller in a news release. "These services are important, so we want to make them affordable for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-animalwelfare-department-offers-services-to-nearby-communities/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-animalwelfare-department-offers-services-to-nearby-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over a dozen local shops participate in the Albuquerque 'Coffee Crawl']]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; It might finally be time to try out that local coffee shop you've had your eye on. "Coffee Crawl" is coming to Albuquerque this month, and it's offering a more affordable way to taste test Duke City's coffee scene. A pass gives participants $5 credit at each participating coffee shop. The crawl [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/over-a-dozen-local-shops-participate-in-the-albuquerque-coffee-crawl/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/over-a-dozen-local-shops-participate-in-the-albuquerque-coffee-crawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vulnerable Democrats vote to denounce socialism amid midterm pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several Democratic lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted with Republicans to adopt a resolution that formally denounces socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vulnerable-democrats-vote-to-denounce-socialism-amid-midterm-pressure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vulnerable-democrats-vote-to-denounce-socialism-amid-midterm-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Shooting incident' reported at Virginia elementary school: ATF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students are now being reunited with their families, authorities confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shooting-incident-reported-at-virginia-elementary-school-atf/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shooting-incident-reported-at-virginia-elementary-school-atf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man found dead after forcing entry into Virginia elementary school: Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[No students were hurt, but a staff member suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, according to authorities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-found-dead-after-forcing-entry-into-virginia-elementary-school-police/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-found-dead-after-forcing-entry-into-virginia-elementary-school-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adult hurt in 'shooting incident' at Virginia elementary school, official says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students are now being reunited with their families, authorities confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/adult-hurt-in-shooting-incident-at-virginia-elementary-school-official-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/adult-hurt-in-shooting-incident-at-virginia-elementary-school-official-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare, real-life coyote-and-roadrunner drama unfolds in LA]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Southern California bird watcher stumbled onto a scene over the weekend that looked like it came straight out of a classic cartoon, except this time, the coyote appears to have won, and there's even an unexpected twist to the story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rare-real-life-coyote-and-roadrunner-drama-unfolds-in-la/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rare-real-life-coyote-and-roadrunner-drama-unfolds-in-la/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Map shows where the 2026 'super' El Ni&ntilde;o could bring lots of rain, extreme drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some forecasts indicate this year's El Ni&ntilde;o may be the strongest ever recorded.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/map-shows-where-the-2026-super-el-nintildeo-could-bring-lots-of-rain-extreme-drought/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/map-shows-where-the-2026-super-el-nintildeo-could-bring-lots-of-rain-extreme-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lame-duck agenda balloons as Congress punts priorities until after election]]></title><description><![CDATA[GOP lawmakers are punting major fights &mdash; including government funding, money for the war with Iran and the extension of expanded surveillance authorities &mdash; until after the November election, setting up a bloated lame-duck agenda.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lame-duck-agenda-balloons-as-congress-punts-priorities-until-after-election/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lame-duck-agenda-balloons-as-congress-punts-priorities-until-after-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[70 percent of young Americans not proud of where US is heading as nation: Poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[(The Hill) - A majority of young Americans don&rsquo;t have pride in the direction of their country, a newly released poll suggests. In a survey conducted by American University's Sine Institute of Policy &amp; Politics and published Tuesday, 70 percent of respondents &mdash; aged 18 to 34 &mdash; said they weren't proud of &ldquo;where America [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/70-percent-of-young-americans-not-proud-of-where-us-is-heading-as-nation-poll/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/70-percent-of-young-americans-not-proud-of-where-us-is-heading-as-nation-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holiday travel is months away. Why an expert says you should book flights now]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sure, it's only September, but if you're planning to travel for the holidays, now may be the best time to book.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/holiday-travel-is-months-away-why-an-expert-says-you-should-book-flights-now/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/holiday-travel-is-months-away-why-an-expert-says-you-should-book-flights-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traveling for Labor Day? Here's how to renew your TSA PreCheck]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you think it's nearly time to renew your TSA PreCheck, here's how to do it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traveling-for-labor-day-heres-how-to-renew-your-tsa-precheck/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traveling-for-labor-day-heres-how-to-renew-your-tsa-precheck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Welcome to Florida': Couple finds massive gator in driveway after moving to state]]></title><description><![CDATA[A newly-moved couple got a crash course on Florida living.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/welcome-to-florida-couple-finds-massive-gator-in-driveway-after-moving-to-state/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/welcome-to-florida-couple-finds-massive-gator-in-driveway-after-moving-to-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Blue’ sculpture removal at Kennedy Center expected to cause traffic delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[The "Blue" sculpture outside of the Kennedy Center was scheduled to be removed on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blue-sculpture-removal-at-kennedy-center-expected-to-cause-traffic-delays/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blue-sculpture-removal-at-kennedy-center-expected-to-cause-traffic-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MapQuest tops Apple App Store charts after refusing Trump's 'Lake America' change]]></title><description><![CDATA[MapQuest, in a press release issued Monday, said its mobile app received hundreds of thousands of downloads after the company confirmed on Thursday that Lake Ontario would remain on its apps.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mapquest-tops-apple-app-store-charts-after-refusing-trumps-lake-america-change/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mapquest-tops-apple-app-store-charts-after-refusing-trumps-lake-america-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Centennial Concert Series coming to Albuquerque's Route 66 Visitor Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Music Hall of Fame will bring its second Centennial Concert Series to the City of Albuquerque&rsquo;s Route 66 Visitor Center amphitheater in September. Each performance will feature hall-of-fame artists celebrating New Mexico music. The free concert series returns Saturdays, Sept. 12, 19 and 26; and Oct. 3 and 10; [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/centennial-concert-series-coming-to-albuquerques-route-66-visitor-center/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/centennial-concert-series-coming-to-albuquerques-route-66-visitor-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's new at the 2026 New Mexico State Fair?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The 2026 New Mexico State Fair is right around the corner, and if you're wondering what is new at the fair this year, there's plenty in store. New this year, festivities actually get started one weekend before the full fair opens with the opening of the Midway at 5 p.m. on Sept. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-new-at-the-2026-new-mexico-state-fair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/whats-new-at-the-2026-new-mexico-state-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CYFD report, Job conflict, Drier and warmer, Turtle relocation, Safety signs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] NM Office of the Child Advocate releases first report on child welfare reform - The independent watchdog agency meant to oversee the state&rsquo;s embattled Children, Youth, and Families Department of New Mexico has released its first report. The report looks at complaints against the agency between April 1 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyfd-report-job-conflict-drier-and-warmer-turtle-relocation-safety-signs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyfd-report-job-conflict-drier-and-warmer-turtle-relocation-safety-signs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could a strong El Ni&ntilde;o bring New Mexico a "good" winter?; Beyond the Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Meteorologists and forecasters are predicting for one of the strongest, if not the largest, El Ni&ntilde;o events to develop in the equatorial Pacific Ocean in late 2026 through early 2027. The term El Ni&ntilde;o has caught the attention of millions across the country as both local and national news outlets report on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/could-a-strong-el-nintildeo-bring-new-mexico-a-good-winter-beyond-the-forecast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/could-a-strong-el-nintildeo-bring-new-mexico-a-good-winter-beyond-the-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drier weather with temperatures heating up around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Very spotty rain pockets are present in parts of New Mexico with much clearer skies for most with seasonable temperatures. Monsoon moisture from yesterday's storms has thinned out aloft but has partially been left over at the surface with mostly calmer winds. Similar temperatures are present than yesterday, but most are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-weather-with-temperatures-heating-up-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-weather-with-temperatures-heating-up-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More monsoon moisture moves in later this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Higher monsoon moisture returns to New Mexico later this week, but warmer than normal temperatures will continue for the first week of September. Monsoon moisture thinned out Tuesday afternoon across New Mexico, causing fewer showers and thunderstorms. There have still been isolated to scattered storms this afternoon though, with cooler high temperatures for some areas. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-monsoon-moisture-moves-in-later-this-week/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-monsoon-moisture-moves-in-later-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Office of the Child Advocate releases first report on child welfare reform]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The independent watchdog agency meant to oversee the state's embattled Children, Youth, and Families Department of New Mexico has released its first report. Although the report only covers a few weeks, the advocate said it does provide insight on CYFD's operations. "I think that it is a good roadmap for where we're [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-office-of-the-child-advocate-releases-first-report-on-child-welfare-reform/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-office-of-the-child-advocate-releases-first-report-on-child-welfare-reform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico lawmaker resigns from part-time job at First Judicial District Attorney's Office]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; State Rep. Andrea Romero (D-Santa Fe), who took a job at a New Mexico District Attorney's Office earlier this year, has resigned from that role. Rep. Romero began part-time work at the First Judicial District Attorney's Office back in May. The DA's Office told KRQE that she was assigned to the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmaker-resigns-from-part-time-job-at-first-judicial-district-attorneys-office/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmaker-resigns-from-part-time-job-at-first-judicial-district-attorneys-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victim's family demands answers after Albuquerque woman is accused of killing again]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;She was the subject of a Larry Barker investigation. A woman accused of murder in 2023 got her case dropped after a judge found her incompetent to stand trial. Now that woman is behind bars again for a completely different murder, and the victim's family is outraged that she was still on the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/victims-family-demands-answers-after-albuquerque-woman-is-accused-of-killing-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/victims-family-demands-answers-after-albuquerque-woman-is-accused-of-killing-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AMAFCA completes work on Albuquerque retention pond]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; After community outrage, the Albuquerque Metro Arroyo Flood Control Authority has completed their work on a retention pond after concerns that wildlife were being killed. While crews drained and covered the pond near Coors and La Orilla, community members stepped in, worried that beavers, turtles, and frogs were being killed. That sparked [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/amafca-completes-work-on-albuquerque-retention-pond/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/amafca-completes-work-on-albuquerque-retention-pond/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SUV crashes into Dollar General in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Fire Rescue said two people suffered minor injuries after an SUV plowed into a Dollar General. The crash happened around 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday at Juan Tabo and Lomas. Two people inside were able to get out on their own and taken to the hospital. No one inside was hurt. Panels [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suv-crashes-into-dollar-general-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suv-crashes-into-dollar-general-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque looking to expand services at Gateway West emergency shelter]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque leaders are looking to expand social and mental health services to offer better access to those who may need it most. The City of Albuquerque's Department of Health, Housing, and Homelessness is looking to partner with a behavioral health and substance use services provider to set up shop inside Gateway West, Albuquerque's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-looking-to-expand-services-at-gateway-west-emergency-shelter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-looking-to-expand-services-at-gateway-west-emergency-shelter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two sentenced for their role in child's death in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Two people learned how long they'll be behind bars after their involvement in the death of a three-year-old girl. James Welch and Christina Pena-Cantor are both headed to prison. In 2024, police said the child's mother, Kerri Santos, brought her three-year-old daughter to University of New Mexico Hospital, saying she had fallen [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-sentenced-for-their-role-in-childs-death-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-sentenced-for-their-role-in-childs-death-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drier Wednesday before rain chances increase again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Higher monsoon moisture returns to New Mexico later this week, but warmer than normal temperatures will continue for the first week of September. Monsoon moisture has thinned out Tuesday afternoon across New Mexico, causing fewer showers and thunderstorms today. There have still been isolated to scattered storms this afternoon though, with cooler high temperatures for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-wednesday-before-rain-chances-increase-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-wednesday-before-rain-chances-increase-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CNM opens new film training center at historic Albuquerque Railyards]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The former railroad boiler repair shop in downtown Albuquerque has sat empty for 50 years. "This was the beginning of modern Albuquerque. It was the largest employer around statehood and after statehood," said Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller. Now, it's being repurposed into Central New Mexico Community College's new film campus. They worked [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cnm-opens-new-film-training-center-at-historic-albuquerque-railyards/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cnm-opens-new-film-training-center-at-historic-albuquerque-railyards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[11 guns. 17 shootings. Did the buyer’s punishment fit the crime?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; One man fueled gun violence across the city of Albuquerque for years. It&rsquo;s a problem police have been dealing with for years. What happens when someone&rsquo;s caught dealing to people who can&rsquo;t legally buy guns themselves? Our latest KRQE Investigation walks you through the destructive path one buyer created and questions his [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/11-guns-17-shootings-did-the-buyers-punishment-fit-the-crime/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/11-guns-17-shootings-did-the-buyers-punishment-fit-the-crime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced to life in prison for carjacking and killing 83-year-old man in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The man who carjacked and murdered an elderly man in Santa Fe two years ago learned his fate in court Tuesday. Zachary Babitz was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday afternoon. He showed remorse in court and said he was ready for his judgment and accepted full responsibility. In August of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-carjacking-and-killing-83-year-old-man-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-carjacking-and-killing-83-year-old-man-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State officials talk next steps now that screwworm restrictions are lifted in Lea County]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Nearly three months since New Mexico's only New World screwworm case was found, the state is now ramping down the protections it put in place to prevent spread. The one case of screwworm found in Lea County in early June remains the state's only one so far. Now that restrictions have [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-officials-talk-next-steps-now-that-screwworm-restrictions-are-lifted-in-lea-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-officials-talk-next-steps-now-that-screwworm-restrictions-are-lifted-in-lea-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque FBI Office leading investigation into sources of funding for Hamas]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque's FBI Office is leading an investigation, looking into what the feds call a targeting scheme by Hamas to raise funds for terrorist operations and recruit supporters. The operation has recovered hundreds of thousands of dollars. On the Albuquerque FBI's radar since early last year is a terrorist financing network soliciting virtual [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-fbi-office-leading-investigation-into-sources-of-funding-for-hamas/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-fbi-office-leading-investigation-into-sources-of-funding-for-hamas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced to 18 years in prison for murdering his friend]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man learned how long he'll spend in prison after a night of drinking led to him killing his friend. Last year, then-30-year-old Adam Roberts, Gavin Huntsman, and a woman met up in a parking lot near Washington and Zuni to shoot a gun Roberts had just purchased. At some point, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-to-18-years-in-prison-for-murdering-his-friend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-to-18-years-in-prison-for-murdering-his-friend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction on hotel and food hall next to Presbyterian Hospital back on track]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's been a rocky start for a project bringing a major hotel and food hall across from Presbyterian Hospital. Since the project broke ground a year ago, it's run into hold-ups with utilities and the foundation. The vision for the soon-to-be Residence Inn and Highlands Central Market is coming to life. "We're [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/construction-on-hotel-and-food-hall-next-to-presbyterian-hospital-back-on-track/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/construction-on-hotel-and-food-hall-next-to-presbyterian-hospital-back-on-track/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water main break causes lane closures at Wyoming and Indian School in ABQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Crews are working to fix a broken waterline at the intersection of Wyoming and Indian School in northeast Albuquerque on Tuesday. Drivers are asked to avoid the area due to lane closures. At this time, there is no estimate on when repairs will be completed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-main-break-causes-lane-closures-at-wyoming-and-indian-school-in-abq/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-main-break-causes-lane-closures-at-wyoming-and-indian-school-in-abq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presbyterian Healthcare Services adds two mobile health centers]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Presbyterian Healthcare Services is going to be able to better serve New Mexicans all across the state with the new expansion to their mobile health centers fleet. On Tuesday, Presbyterian held a ribbon-cutting as they unveiled their two new mobile health clinic vehicles. The new units will offer a variety of services, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/presbyterian-healthcare-services-adds-two-mobile-health-centers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/presbyterian-healthcare-services-adds-two-mobile-health-centers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PNM launches mobile app]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; PNM&nbsp;has launched the new mobile app for iPhone and Android users. The&nbsp;PNM&nbsp;Mobile app allows customers to make payments, manage autopay, enroll in budget billing, and view bill and payment history. Customers can also track their energy usage throughout the month, report outages, and view updates on restoration status. Customers can download the&nbsp;PNM&nbsp;Mobile [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-launches-mobile-app/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-launches-mobile-app/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOH recommends 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccines]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; &nbsp;The New Mexico Department of Health has recommended that community members get the 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccines, which are expected to start arriving in the state next week. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccinations on August 27 for the current respiratory virus season. While the FDA approvals focused [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-recommends-2026-2027-covid-19-vaccines/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-recommends-2026-2027-covid-19-vaccines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter and drier conditions move in through the middle of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated showers and storms will develop once again this afternoon, especially around the mountains. A few showers and storms are again possible in the Albuquerque Metro this afternoon. Temperatures will be warmer across western New Mexico while the rest of the state hangs onto above average temperatures to start September. Spotty thunderstorms are expected Wednesday [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-and-drier-conditions-move-in-through-the-middle-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-and-drier-conditions-move-in-through-the-middle-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County Fire Rescue opens new all electric fire station]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash;&nbsp;A new state-of-the-art all electric fire station is now serving Albuquerque's North Valley, located off Osuna and Edith. The station houses New Mexico's first electric fire truck and a solar array system, using solar power for all their energy needs. Officials say the new fire station shows the department's commitment to sustainable innovation. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-fire-rescue-opens-new-all-electric-fire-station/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-fire-rescue-opens-new-all-electric-fire-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[650 million gallons of water is coming to the Rio Grande in Albuquerque. Here's why.]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Water will soon return to the Rio Grande in Albuquerque, but it will only be a temporary fix for the river's dry and cracked bed. The Albuquerque Bernalillo Water Authority, in partnership with a number of other agencies and organizations, has released more than 650 million gallons from Abiquiu Reservoir for a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/650-million-gallons-of-water-is-coming-to-the-rio-grande-in-albuquerque-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/650-million-gallons-of-water-is-coming-to-the-rio-grande-in-albuquerque-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[650 million gallons of water coming to the Rio Grande in Albuquerque. Here's why.]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Water will soon return to the Rio Grande in Albuquerque, but it will only be a temporary fix for the river's dry and cracked bed. The Albuquerque Bernalillo Water Authority, in partnership with a number of other agencies and organizations, has released more than 650 million gallons from Abiquiu Reservoir for a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/650-million-gallons-of-water-coming-to-the-rio-grande-in-albuquerque-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/650-million-gallons-of-water-coming-to-the-rio-grande-in-albuquerque-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six property tax auctions will take place in New Mexico in September]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department will host six live delinquent property tax auctions across the state in September. The auctions are intended to collect delinquent property taxes when taxes have been delinquent for at least three years. The state notifies delinquent taxpayers about the taxes due and planned sales of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/six-property-tax-auctions-will-take-place-in-new-mexico-in-september/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/six-property-tax-auctions-will-take-place-in-new-mexico-in-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury in Lindsay Clancy trial goes home after fourth day without verdict]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coming near the start of the fourth day of deliberations, this was the first time the jury gave any indication they were at an impasse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-in-lindsay-clancy-trial-goes-home-after-fourth-day-without-verdict/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-in-lindsay-clancy-trial-goes-home-after-fourth-day-without-verdict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury in Lindsay Clancy trial can't get a unanimous decision, judge says to keep deliberating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coming near the start of the fourth day of deliberations, this was the first time the jury gave any indication they were at an impasse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-in-lindsay-clancy-trial-cant-get-a-unanimous-decision-judge-says-to-keep-deliberating/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-in-lindsay-clancy-trial-cant-get-a-unanimous-decision-judge-says-to-keep-deliberating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Isotopes homestand features women in sports, fireworks and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Isotopes are back in town and taking on the Tacoma Rainiers September 1 - 6. This homestand features Women in Sports Night, American Sign Language Night, giveaways and more. This homestand&rsquo;s specialty food item is a teriyaki chicken bowl, available by section 109 at the ballpark.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-isotopes-homestand-features-women-in-sports-fireworks-and-more/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-isotopes-homestand-features-women-in-sports-fireworks-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Parks offer free entry for Girl Scouts from Sept. 12 to 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Girl Scouts can get into state parks across the Land of Enchantment for free next weekend. From Sept. 12 to 13, scouts can get outside at any of New Mexico's 35 state parks. &ldquo;New Mexico&rsquo;s state parks are places where curiosity can turn into a lifelong connection with the outdoors,&rdquo; said EMNRD [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-parks-offer-free-entry-for-girl-scouts-from-sept-12-to-13/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-parks-offer-free-entry-for-girl-scouts-from-sept-12-to-13/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The healing hammer with Beau Hightower; Van Tate Sports Office]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Ask any athlete at any level of performance, and they will agree on one thing: participating in sports will take a toll on your body. This week, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate is joined by Beau Hightower, a man who helps athletes and everyday people heal from injuries. The Certified Ortho [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-healing-hammer-with-beau-hightower-van-tate-sports-office/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-healing-hammer-with-beau-hightower-van-tate-sports-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Law Enforcement Summit returns for second year]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Second Annual Women in Law Enforcement Summit will be happening over three days at the Santa Ana Hotel and Casino beginning September 30. The summit is all about empowering women in law enforcement to come to ether to make a positive change for their communities and agencies. Over the three days [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/women-in-law-enforcement-summit-returns-for-second-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/women-in-law-enforcement-summit-returns-for-second-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[George Strait, Brooks &amp; Dunn, Zach Top, and Jon Pardi to perform at 'Boots in the Park' in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; The 2027 Boots in the Park lineup has been released, and some major country names are in the mix. That includes George Strait, who's slated to headline the festival over at Fiesta Park. Other announced artists include Jason Aldean, Brooks &amp; Dunn, Zach Top, and Jon Pardi. The full lineup is still [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/george-strait-brooks-amp-dunn-zach-top-and-jon-pardi-to-perform-at-boots-in-the-park-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/george-strait-brooks-amp-dunn-zach-top-and-jon-pardi-to-perform-at-boots-in-the-park-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City installs new signs to prevent left-turn crashes into ART buses]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque has installed new signs in an effort to prevent left-turn crashes into ART buses. According to ABQ Ride, the transit department logs approximately three ART bus crashes monthly due to illegal left turns, with a total of 150 incidents between November 2019 and December 2025. The average repair [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-installs-new-signs-to-prevent-left-turn-crashes-into-art-buses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-installs-new-signs-to-prevent-left-turn-crashes-into-art-buses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County Clerk's Office to host poll worker recruitment event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Bernalillo County Clerk's Office is looking for poll workers for the upcoming election in November. Each election, the clerk's office hires and trains nearly 1,000 poll workers to assist voters and help Voting Convenience Centers operate smoothly. Poll worker positions are paid, and training is provided before serving. The Bernalillo County [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-clerks-office-to-host-poll-worker-recruitment-event/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-clerks-office-to-host-poll-worker-recruitment-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe Police identify pedestrian killed in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Santa Fe Police have identified a pedestrian who was killed in a crash on Aug. 24. Martin J. Gurule, 70 of Santa Fe was hit a killed in the area of&nbsp;Saint Francis Drive near West San Mateo Road around 5:42 a.m., police said. Officers and Santa Fe Fire Department personnel attempted [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-identify-pedestrian-killed-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-identify-pedestrian-killed-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Father charged, Data center concerns, Isolated storms, Overdose awareness, Discounted rides]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] Father arrested for leaving infants in locked car outside Albuquerque bar, police say - APD said officers broke the window of the car to rescue 20-month-old twins who were left in car seats for over two hours outside the Dirty Bourbon. The bar&rsquo;s security was patrolling the parking [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/father-charged-data-center-concerns-isolated-storms-overdose-awareness-discounted-rides/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/father-charged-data-center-concerns-isolated-storms-overdose-awareness-discounted-rides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Walking' Fentanyl In Albuquerque: Who's Protecting New Mexicans?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; There's no question that Fentanyl is killing New Mexicans. But how is it getting onto our streets, and what can law enforcement do to stop it? In this week's episode of New Mexico News Insiders, Chris and Gabby talk with Albuquerque Public Safety Director and former FBI Special Agent in Charge, Raul [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/walking-fentanyl-in-albuquerque-whos-protecting-new-mexicans/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/walking-fentanyl-in-albuquerque-whos-protecting-new-mexicans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some monsoon rain and hotter air returns around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Isolated to spotty pockets of rain with hit-or-miss lightning strikes are present in some western, central, &amp; northern areas, but much clearer skies are present in the east plains, as most are starting off more seasonable. Plenty of yesterday's storms have brought in more low-level moisture across most of the region [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-monsoon-rain-and-hotter-air-returns-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-monsoon-rain-and-hotter-air-returns-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances, hotter temperatures return to start September]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will thin out to start September, bringing fewer thunderstorms and hotter temperatures across New Mexico. A plume of monsoon moisture set up Monday across western New Mexico and southwest Colorado. This brought steady rainfall to areas like Gallup and Farmington, where temperatures have only been in the 60s this afternoon. Both locations set [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-hotter-temperatures-return-to-start-september/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-hotter-temperatures-return-to-start-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico lawmakers hear about data centers and water usage concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Data centers are causing controversy all across the country, including in New Mexico. On Monday, New Mexico lawmakers heard from experts about their potential impact on the state's water. "Don't have excess water in New Mexico anywhere," said Nat Chakeres, General Counsel for the Office of the State Engineer. The New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-hear-about-data-centers-and-water-usage-concerns/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-hear-about-data-centers-and-water-usage-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM football heads into game week with plans to use multiple quarterbacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The plan is to play multiple quarterbacks when the UNM Lobos line up for their football season opener against Central Michigan Saturday. Who will get the first set of snaps? That remains a mystery, and second-year head coach Jason Eck is not ready to say at the moment. "We will figure that out," [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-heads-into-game-week-with-plans-to-use-multiple-quarterbacks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-heads-into-game-week-with-plans-to-use-multiple-quarterbacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools hosts 3rd annual State of the District]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Public Schools hosted its third annual State of the District on Monday, where they focused on milestones and its future. Superintendent Dr. Gabriella Blakey highlighted several programs, including a partnership with trade unions to prepare students to become plumbers and electricians. She said they are also transforming the high school experience [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-hosts-3rd-annual-state-of-the-district/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-hosts-3rd-annual-state-of-the-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Department of Health reminds people to keep Naloxone on hand in case of emergency]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Health wrapped up its Overdose Awareness Day series with an important message about the benefits of Naloxone. The department has spent the last week working to address addiction safely within the community and battle the stigma addicts continue to face. The series' final message centered around the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-health-reminds-people-to-keep-naloxone-on-hand-in-case-of-emergency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-health-reminds-people-to-keep-naloxone-on-hand-in-case-of-emergency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County asking for 12 residents to serve on North Valley area plan committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bernalillo County officials are seeking 12 residents to participate in a new committee that will guide a community development project. The Steering Committee, once its seats are filled, will offer officials input on the North Valley Area Plan Update. Each resident, whether long-term or new to the area, will work hand-in-hand with [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-asking-for-12-residents-to-serve-on-north-valley-area-plan-committee/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-asking-for-12-residents-to-serve-on-north-valley-area-plan-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque officials celebrate effort to preserve Whittlesey House]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Leaders from the City of Albuquerque came together to support renovations to the Whittlesey House. More than $115,000 in city grants is being used to support the renovations. The renovations will include repairs, improved security, and reducing fire risk. "There's two things to me that indicate decline in society. One of them [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-celebrate-effort-to-preserve-whittlesey-house/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 03:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-officials-celebrate-effort-to-preserve-whittlesey-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fewer storms, hotter weather to start September across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will thin out to start September, bringing fewer thunderstorms and hotter temperatures across New Mexico. A plume of monsoon moisture has set up Monday across western New Mexico and southwest Colorado. This is bringing steady rainfall to areas like Gallup and Farmington, where temperatures have only been in the 60s this afternoon. Both [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-storms-hotter-weather-to-start-september-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-storms-hotter-weather-to-start-september-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeals court rules Albuquerque strip club not owed jury trial in battle over liquor license]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Court of Appeals unanimously ruled that Knockouts strip club in Albuquerque is not entitled to a jury trial, tied to the state's effort to revoke the club's liquor license. "There is no private right to a liquor license; the license is a privilege issued pursuant to the Liquor Control Act, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/appeals-court-rules-albuquerque-strip-club-not-owed-jury-trial-in-battle-over-liquor-license/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/appeals-court-rules-albuquerque-strip-club-not-owed-jury-trial-in-battle-over-liquor-license/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old Dowlin Mill in Ruidoso that burned down in 2017 fire set to reopen this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It was a major part of the village, and at one point, it was the only thing there. However, the Old Dowlin Mill in Ruidoso was destroyed in a fire in 2017. Years later, the owners are still working to turn it into a community event space and bring hope to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/old-dowlin-mill-in-ruidoso-that-burned-down-in-2017-fire-set-to-reopen-this-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/old-dowlin-mill-in-ruidoso-that-burned-down-in-2017-fire-set-to-reopen-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police helicopter footage shows man leading high-speed chase through Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; An attempted traffic stop turned into a wild police chase all over the Metro. Before the driver was arrested, police helicopter footage showed him driving into oncoming traffic and even maneuvering around spike strips. It wasn't the first time that driver led police on a high-speed chase. On February 22, Albuquerque [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-helicopter-footage-shows-man-leading-high-speed-chase-through-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-helicopter-footage-shows-man-leading-high-speed-chase-through-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD places 6 officers on leave pending investigation into former DWI unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Late Monday afternoon, the Albuquerque Police Department announced it placed six officers on administrative leave as part of the department's ongoing internal investigation into wrongdoing by past members of the DWI unit. However, APD is not naming those six officers, and none of them have been charged with a crime. To date, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-places-6-officers-on-leave-pending-investigation-into-former-dwi-unit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-places-6-officers-on-leave-pending-investigation-into-former-dwi-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water managers say New Mexico should prepare for reductions in river flows]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Record-setting summer heat has water experts now telling New Mexico lawmakers that it's time for tough water conversation, specifically around seeing far less in the state's rivers over the next 50 years. May through August of last year marked New Mexico's 11th warmest average temperature stretch on record, and New Mexico State [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-managers-say-new-mexico-should-prepare-for-reductions-in-river-flows/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-managers-say-new-mexico-should-prepare-for-reductions-in-river-flows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico woman speaks at United Nations on impact of Trinity Site testing on health]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A New Mexico woman has taken to the international stage in her fight to end nuclear testing. Tina Cordova is the co-founder of the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, a group dedicated to helping those who have been impacted by radiation from New Mexico's Trinity bomb test site. On Monday, Cordova was in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-woman-speaks-at-united-nations-on-impact-of-trinity-site-testing-on-health/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-woman-speaks-at-united-nations-on-impact-of-trinity-site-testing-on-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Take a Ride on Us' offers discounted Ubers during Labor Day weekend in ABQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Residents in Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties can get a discounted Uber ride this Labor Day weekend. The discount runs from 10 a.m. on Friday to 2 a.m. on Tuesday. It's a part of the "Take a Ride on Us" program, which aims to provide safe transportation and prevent impaired driving. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/take-a-ride-on-us-offers-discounted-ubers-during-labor-day-weekend-in-abq/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/take-a-ride-on-us-offers-discounted-ubers-during-labor-day-weekend-in-abq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico officials provide update on changes to Medicare and SNAP benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New federal rules will limit the number of New Mexicans who qualify for state Medicaid and SNAP benefits. Officials said more than 200,000 members will be affected by the changes. On Monday, over a Zoom meeting, the state's Health Care Authority laid out a list of new rules, with some already in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-provide-update-on-changes-to-medicare-and-snap-benefits/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-provide-update-on-changes-to-medicare-and-snap-benefits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico officials provide update on changes to Medicaid and SNAP benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Editor's Note: This story has been updated to clarify who could be affected by federal changes to Medicaid and SNAP. The headline has been updated to reflect that it is Medicaid that was discussed. NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; New federal rules will limit the number of New Mexicans who qualify for state Medicaid and SNAP benefits. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-provide-update-on-changes-to-medicaid-and-snap-benefits/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-provide-update-on-changes-to-medicaid-and-snap-benefits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Village of Tularosa announces changes to water restrictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[TULAROSA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Village of Tularosa is lifting some of their water restrictions. Residents are now allowed to water two days per week. Even-numbered addresses can water on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Odd-numbered addresses can only water on Wednesdays and Sundays - also from 6 p.m., to 10 p.m. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/village-of-tularosa-announces-changes-to-water-restrictions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/village-of-tularosa-announces-changes-to-water-restrictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water shut off across Truth or Consequences on Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; A citywide water shutoff is in place for the City of Truth or Consequences on Monday. The shutoff comes after both a pump was damaged and, separately, a main water line was struck during construction. "This morning, the Water Supervisor was alerted that the north&#8209;zone wells were holding four [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-shut-off-across-truth-or-consequences-on-monday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-shut-off-across-truth-or-consequences-on-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Truth or Consequences puts water conservation measures in place]]></title><description><![CDATA[TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; The City of Truth or Consequence has issued a water conservation notice. The city sent out an alert on Monday asking residents to immediately begin water conservation efforts as one of their water tanks levels is down to 4-feet. Drinking, showering, and toilet use is still permitted, but the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/truth-or-consequences-puts-water-conservation-measures-in-place/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/truth-or-consequences-puts-water-conservation-measures-in-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Truth or Consequences puts citywide water shutoff into place]]></title><description><![CDATA[TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; A citywide water shutoff is in place for the City of Truth or Consequences on Monday. The shutoff comes after both a pump was damaged and, separately, a main water line was struck during construction. "This morning, the Water Supervisor was alerted that the north&#8209;zone wells were holding four [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/truth-or-consequences-puts-citywide-water-shutoff-into-place/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/truth-or-consequences-puts-citywide-water-shutoff-into-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officials call for residents to conserve water in Truth or Consequences]]></title><description><![CDATA[TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; A citywide water shutoff was in place for the City of Truth or Consequences on Monday. The shutoff came after both a pump was damaged and, separately, a main water line was struck during construction. "This morning, the Water Supervisor was alerted that the north&#8209;zone wells were holding four [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-call-for-residents-to-conserve-water-in-truth-or-consequences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-call-for-residents-to-conserve-water-in-truth-or-consequences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New World&nbsp;screwworm 'infested zone' lifted in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The U.S. Department of Agriculture&rsquo;s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has approved the release of the only New World&nbsp;screwworm "infested zone" in New Mexico. This action comes after state and federal subject matter experts confirmed that New Mexico met all requirements outlined in APHIS&rsquo;&nbsp;New World&nbsp;Screwworm&nbsp;Response Playbook&nbsp;for zone release. No additional [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-worldnbspscrewworm-infested-zone-lifted-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-worldnbspscrewworm-infested-zone-lifted-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Father arrested for leaving infants in locked car outside Albuquerque bar, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Police officers rescued two infants from a locked car on Saturday while their father was inside a nearby bar, police announced Monday. APD said officers broke the window of the car to rescue the two 20-month-old twins who were left in car seats for over two hours outside the Dirty Bourbon nightclub, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/father-arrested-for-leaving-infants-in-locked-car-outside-albuquerque-bar-police-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/father-arrested-for-leaving-infants-in-locked-car-outside-albuquerque-bar-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traffic delay on I-40 west near Gallup]]></title><description><![CDATA[GALLUP, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A crash involving a semi-truck has caused a traffic delay on I-40 west near Gallup. On Monday, the Gallup Police Department responded to a single-vehicle collision at the 17-mile marker on I-40 westbound. As a result, the highway is down to one lane until the semi-truck can be removed from the road. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traffic-delay-on-i-40-west-near-gallup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/traffic-delay-on-i-40-west-near-gallup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former New Mexico couple accused of COVID-19 unemployment benefits fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A former couple is facing federal charges for allegedly conspiring to fraudulently obtain pandemic-related unemployment benefits, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico. Between May 2020 and October 2021,&nbsp;Josette Martin, 35, and&nbsp;Tommy Apodaca, 42, fraudulently obtained unemployment insurance benefits funded through federal COVID-19 relief programs by using the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-couple-accused-of-covid-19-unemployment-benefits-fraud/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-couple-accused-of-covid-19-unemployment-benefits-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staying hot with drier air moving in midweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Partly sunny skies with isolated to scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms will be in place across New Mexico today. Most storm activity will be located across the higher terrain and western parts of the region. Any stronger storms could produce heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, gusty outflow winds along with localized flash flooding. From Tuesday through [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/staying-hot-with-drier-air-moving-in-midweek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/staying-hot-with-drier-air-moving-in-midweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temporary lane changes coming to busy northeast Albuquerque intersection]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Starting on Tuesday, a part of Montgomery Boulevard in northeast Albuquerque will be closed off while New Mexico Gas Company repairs a natural gas pipeline. Eastbound lanes of Montgomery Boulevard will be restricted as traffic approaches Wyoming Boulevard. Drivers will still be able to use the two left-turn lanes on Montgomery to go [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temporary-lane-changes-coming-to-busy-northeast-albuquerque-intersection/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temporary-lane-changes-coming-to-busy-northeast-albuquerque-intersection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury convicts man for deadly beating of 60-year-old in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A Bernalillo County jury on Friday convicted a 28-year-old man of the murder of a 60-year-old man. The murder occurred on April 3, 2023, at Larry Norsworthy&rsquo;s apartment in the 200 block of Charleston in Northeast Albuquerque. Investigators learned that Chacon was armed with a gun and fatally beat Norsworthy with the weapon, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-convicts-man-for-deadly-beating-of-60-year-old-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-convicts-man-for-deadly-beating-of-60-year-old-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque's Guild Cinema celebrates 60th anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;From Indie-house favorites to blockbuster behemoths, Albuquerque's Guild Cinema has seen it all over the past six decades. In concert with the centennial celebration of Route 66, the icon of New Mexico film is celebrating its own milestone with the best and most unique stories the big screen has to offer. Keif Henley [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-guild-cinema-celebrates-60th-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-guild-cinema-celebrates-60th-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D4vd pleads not guilty in Celeste Hernandez murder case; will be represented by public defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Singer&nbsp;D4vd&nbsp;lost his high-profile private lawyers Monday at a hearing where he entered a new not guilty plea to charges that he killed, sexually abused and dismembered 14-year-old&nbsp;Celeste Rivas Hernandez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/d4vd-pleads-not-guilty-in-celeste-hernandez-murder-case-will-be-represented-by-public-defender/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/d4vd-pleads-not-guilty-in-celeste-hernandez-murder-case-will-be-represented-by-public-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D4vd pleads not guilty in Celeste Hernandez murder case; fires attorneys for public defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Singer D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges during an arraignment hearing Monday in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/d4vd-pleads-not-guilty-in-celeste-hernandez-murder-case-fires-attorneys-for-public-defender/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/d4vd-pleads-not-guilty-in-celeste-hernandez-murder-case-fires-attorneys-for-public-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D4vd pleads not guilty in Celeste Hernandez murder case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Singer D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges during an arraignment hearing Monday in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/d4vd-pleads-not-guilty-in-celeste-hernandez-murder-case/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/d4vd-pleads-not-guilty-in-celeste-hernandez-murder-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family welcomes set of 'mixed' triplets on dad's birthday&nbsp;]]></title><description><![CDATA[They weighed a combined 19 pounds at birth!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-welcomes-set-of-mixed-triplets-on-dads-birthdaynbsp/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-welcomes-set-of-mixed-triplets-on-dads-birthdaynbsp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A hurricane could form near Southern California this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on the tropical disturbance developing in the Pacific.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-hurricane-could-form-near-southern-california-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-hurricane-could-form-near-southern-california-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump says communities opposed to data centers want to be 'backwards and poor']]></title><description><![CDATA[Americans&rsquo; opposition to data centers in their local communities has grown, based on recent polling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-communities-opposed-to-data-centers-want-to-be-backwards-and-poor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-communities-opposed-to-data-centers-want-to-be-backwards-and-poor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kalshi bans Santos for life over bets on State of the Union attendance]]></title><description><![CDATA[He ultimately made more than $17,500.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kalshi-bans-santos-for-life-over-bets-on-state-of-the-union-attendance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kalshi-bans-santos-for-life-over-bets-on-state-of-the-union-attendance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Randy Quaid blasts 'Days of Thunder' sequel, says Anne Hathaway isn't 'sexy' enough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Randy Quaid is catching flak for his recent remarks about the upcoming &ldquo;Days of Thunder&rdquo; sequel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/randy-quaid-blasts-days-of-thunder-sequel-says-anne-hathaway-isnt-sexy-enough/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/randy-quaid-blasts-days-of-thunder-sequel-says-anne-hathaway-isnt-sexy-enough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live updates: Day 11 of Tupac murder trial, including closing arguments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday was day 11 of the trial of Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, accused of orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas in 1996.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-updates-day-11-of-tupac-murder-trial-including-closing-arguments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-updates-day-11-of-tupac-murder-trial-including-closing-arguments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Betty Crocker has cake handbags and they’re actually adorable]]></title><description><![CDATA[Betty Crocker released cake-themed purses that sold out instantly, but you can get all kinds of other food themed accessories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/betty-crocker-has-cake-handbags-and-theyre-actually-adorable/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/betty-crocker-has-cake-handbags-and-theyre-actually-adorable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump vows response to Iran's retaliatory strikes: 'We're going to hit them hard']]></title><description><![CDATA["We're going to hit them hard. There will be a response,&rdquo; Trump told Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-vows-response-to-irans-retaliatory-strikes-were-going-to-hit-them-hard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-vows-response-to-irans-retaliatory-strikes-were-going-to-hit-them-hard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the 10 fastest-growing jobs over the next decade, Labor Department says]]></title><description><![CDATA[These are the top 10 fastest-growing jobs over the next decade, according to new Labor Department projections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-are-the-10-fastest-growing-jobs-over-the-next-decade-labor-department-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-are-the-10-fastest-growing-jobs-over-the-next-decade-labor-department-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pabst Blue Ribbon gives thieves deadline to return 50,000 stolen beers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Someone stole a truck loaded with 50,000 cans of PBR. Now the brewery is giving them a deadline to bring it back.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pabst-blue-ribbon-gives-thieves-deadline-to-return-50000-stolen-beers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pabst-blue-ribbon-gives-thieves-deadline-to-return-50000-stolen-beers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garth Brooks’ daughter defends mentioning father in Dolly Parton tribute]]></title><description><![CDATA[A heartfelt tribute to Dolly Parton sparked debate online, and Garth Brooks' daughter is now explaining what she meant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/garth-brooks-daughter-defends-mentioning-father-in-dolly-parton-tribute/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/garth-brooks-daughter-defends-mentioning-father-in-dolly-parton-tribute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rising health care costs could take a bigger bite out of workers' paychecks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Otto Graham says the increased costs of medication and rise in utilization are driving the potential effect for workers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rising-health-care-costs-could-take-a-bigger-bite-out-of-workers-paychecks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rising-health-care-costs-could-take-a-bigger-bite-out-of-workers-paychecks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More US employers dropping coverage for weight-loss drugs in 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[GLP-1 drugs continue to reshape the health care and business landscape, but their growing use may already be creating financial challenges for employers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-us-employers-dropping-coverage-for-weight-loss-drugs-in-2027/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-us-employers-dropping-coverage-for-weight-loss-drugs-in-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State Department official says about 85 Americans still missing after Nepal flash flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are approximately 85 Americans still missing after flash flooding on the border of Nepal and Tibet, State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-department-official-says-about-85-americans-still-missing-after-nepal-flash-flooding/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-department-official-says-about-85-americans-still-missing-after-nepal-flash-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Legendary wrestler remembers Dolly Parton as childhood neighbor in Tennessee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wrestling legend Ricky Morton is remembering Dolly Parton not just as a music icon, but as a kind neighbor from his childhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/legendary-wrestler-remembers-dolly-parton-as-childhood-neighbor-in-tennessee/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/legendary-wrestler-remembers-dolly-parton-as-childhood-neighbor-in-tennessee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grand Canyon flooding: Over a dozen possibly missing, water pipeline knocked out]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major flash flood at the&nbsp;Grand Canyon&nbsp;forced the evacuation of dozens of people and swept large boulders, metal structures and other debris into the Colorado River that runs through it, the National Park Service said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grand-canyon-flooding-over-a-dozen-possibly-missing-water-pipeline-knocked-out/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grand-canyon-flooding-over-a-dozen-possibly-missing-water-pipeline-knocked-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local carwash hosts fundraiser for Maurice Jackson Rise Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Spots Car Wash in southwest Albuquerque hosted a fundraiser Sunday for the Maurice Jackson Rise Foundation. "We inspire, we rise together and that's what this is about. As a community we want to rise and I wanted to try and show that through the platform I've been given," Jackson said. The foundation aims [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-carwash-hosts-fundraiser-for-maurice-jackson-rise-foundation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-carwash-hosts-fundraiser-for-maurice-jackson-rise-foundation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sierra Vista tennis court named after longtime coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Joe Felice, 81, who has coached tennis in Albuquerque for nearly 60 years, is now the namesake for one of the refurbished Sierra Vista tennis courts. "It was really a surprise. I feel a lot of gratitude from it, that people would go that far to support me or honor me. It's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sierra-vista-tennis-court-named-after-longtime-coach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sierra-vista-tennis-court-named-after-longtime-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car show benefits Make-A-Wish New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Community members from across the metro gathered at a car show Sunday. The Camaro Club of New Mexico hosted their Make-A-Wish Car Show, where all proceeds went to Make-A-Wish New Mexico. "Every year 169 kids in New Mexico are diagnosed with a critical illness that could qualify them for a wish with [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/car-show-benefits-make-a-wish-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/car-show-benefits-make-a-wish-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rosario Zito vigil, El Mezquite Market, Scattered storms, Rail Yards art, Vista Beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] Community honors late owner of Giovanni&rsquo;s Pizzeria 4 years after death - It's been four years since a beloved Albuquerque restaurant owner was killed during an armed robbery at his pizza shop. A vigil Sunday night hosted a large outpouring of love and support for Rosario Zito, the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rosario-zito-vigil-el-mezquite-market-scattered-storms-rail-yards-art-vista-beach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rosario-zito-vigil-el-mezquite-market-scattered-storms-rail-yards-art-vista-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part of Unser Boulevard in Rio Rancho closed due to crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Unser Boulevard NE from Paseo Del Volcan to King Boulevard NE in Rio Rancho is shut down in both directions Monday morning due to a deadly crash. Preliminary details indicate the crash involved one vehicle and one person is deceased, Rio Rancho Police said. &nbsp;Drivers are asked to avoid the area [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/part-of-unser-boulevard-in-rio-rancho-closed-due-to-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/part-of-unser-boulevard-in-rio-rancho-closed-due-to-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque celebrates opening of new sandcastle beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque celebrated the grand opening of a new unique beach at Vista del Norte park on Sunday. The new Vista Beach features a shaded wet sand area for sandcastles and other forms of imaginative play. "If you think about it, this is just a really tiny piece of land sort of in the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-celebrates-opening-of-new-sandcastle-beach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-celebrates-opening-of-new-sandcastle-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two new works of art dedicated at the Albuquerque Rail Yards]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque city officials dedicated two public art pieces at the Rail Yards Sunday. The art pieces include a steel cube sculpture created by the sheet metal workers at Union 49 and a new mural on one of the exterior walls, honoring the barelas community. The mural depicts a scene featuring local traditions [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-new-works-of-art-dedicated-at-the-albuquerque-rail-yards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-new-works-of-art-dedicated-at-the-albuquerque-rail-yards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Stick 2026 – Week 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four schools go head-to-head in this fierce match to determine who has the most&nbsp;SPIRIT.&nbsp;The winning school will be featured on&nbsp;New Mexico Friday Night Football&nbsp;with their fully decked-out&nbsp;Spirit Stick. Spread the word &ndash; whoever gets the most votes receives the Spirit Stick! You have a chance to vote hourly each week, beginning Monday at 6 a.m. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-stick-2026-week-3/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-stick-2026-week-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DannyDorito23 shares his life as a streamer and indie filmmaker; The Influencers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; On this episode of The Influencers, digital producer and host Mercedes Gonzales-Bazan chats with Derek Bauder, better known as @DannyDorito23 online. Bauder dives into the origins of building his widely popular streaming and social media accounts. Since he began his streaming channel, he has since expanded across platforms to make short-form videos, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dannydorito23-shares-his-life-as-a-streamer-and-indie-filmmaker-the-influencers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dannydorito23-shares-his-life-as-a-streamer-and-indie-filmmaker-the-influencers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More storms possible after Grand Canyon flash flood that killed at least 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deluge also seriously damaged the&nbsp;only water pipeline&nbsp;in the canyon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storms-possible-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood-that-killed-at-least-2/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storms-possible-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood-that-killed-at-least-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More storms possible after Grand Canyon flash flood killed 1 and left 15 missing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The body of a 46-year-old man was recovered Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storms-possible-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood-killed-1-and-left-15-missing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storms-possible-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood-killed-1-and-left-15-missing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 1 dead, several missing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The body of a 46-year-old man was recovered Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grand-canyon-flash-flood-leaves-1-dead-several-missing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/grand-canyon-flash-flood-leaves-1-dead-several-missing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[El Mezquite Market in South Broadway neighborhood nearly complete]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; After an Albuquerque community with scarce nearby food sources lost its only grocery store for miles, a brand new supermarket is nearing opening day. The plans are laid, finishing touches are underway and a bold "El Mezquite Market" sign towers over the South Broadway community. All signs point to a near opening for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/el-mezquite-market-in-south-broadway-neighborhood-nearly-complete/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/el-mezquite-market-in-south-broadway-neighborhood-nearly-complete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community honors late owner of Giovanni's Pizzeria 4 years after death]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The well-known pizza restaurant Giovanni's Pizzeria in southeast Albuquerque held a day full of specials in honor and remembrance of its owner who was tragically murdered in 2022, as well as a candlelight vigil after closing. It brought a large outpour of love and support from employees, customers, and the community all [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-honors-late-owner-of-giovannis-pizzeria-4-years-after-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-honors-late-owner-of-giovannis-pizzeria-4-years-after-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More monsoon storms and cooler weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Isolated pockets of rain with hit-or-miss lightning strikes are present in some western to northern areas, but much clearer skies are present to the southeast, as most are starting off milder than average. Yesterday's storms are keeping some of the low-level moisture in place in the mountains to western, northern, &amp; [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-monsoon-storms-and-cooler-weather/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-monsoon-storms-and-cooler-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United's 13-game unbeaten streak comes to an end in 2-1 loss to San Antonio FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash;New Mexico United's historic unbeaten streak has finally come to an end. After a slight weather delay, United returned to the pitch Saturday night to host San Antonio FC, looking to extend its unbeaten run to 14 matches. Instead, San Antonio handed United a 2-1 loss, snapping the club's 13-game unbeaten streak across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-uniteds-13-game-unbeaten-streak-comes-to-an-end-in-2-1-loss-to-san-antonio-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-uniteds-13-game-unbeaten-streak-comes-to-an-end-in-2-1-loss-to-san-antonio-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobos women's soccer holds off CSUN for 3-2 victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash;The New Mexico women's soccer team picked up a big home victory Sunday, holding off Cal State Northridge 3-2. The Lobos struck first after earning a penalty kick, with Nicole Anderson stepping up and calmly burying the attempt to give New Mexico an early 1-0 lead. New Mexico continued to pressure the Matadors [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-womens-soccer-holds-off-csun-for-3-2-victory/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-womens-soccer-holds-off-csun-for-3-2-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State falls to Florida State 34-17 in season opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash;New Mexico State opened the college football season on the road Thursday night, taking on Florida State in its first game of the year. The Aggies fell behind early but showed plenty of fight before ultimately falling to the Seminoles 34-17. Florida State jumped out to a 10-0 lead, but New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-falls-to-florida-state-34-17-in-season-opener/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-falls-to-florida-state-34-17-in-season-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico native, former NMSU lineman Shiyazh Pete waived by Dallas Cowboys]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash;As the NFL inches closer to Week 1, roster cuts are beginning to roll in &mdash; and that includes some tough news for a New Mexico football standout. New Mexico native and former New Mexico State offensive lineman Shiyazh Pete has been waived by the Dallas Cowboys. Pete saw action for Dallas during [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-native-former-nmsu-lineman-shiyazh-pete-waived-by-dallas-cowboys/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-native-former-nmsu-lineman-shiyazh-pete-waived-by-dallas-cowboys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Mesa holds off Valley in 41-39 high school football thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;West Mesa and Valley put on an offensive showcase Saturday morning, with the Mustangs holding on for a thrilling 41-39 victory over the Vikings. West Mesa set the tone early with a physical defensive performance. Mariano Leija got through for a sack, giving the Mustangs an early momentum boost and putting pressure on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/west-mesa-holds-off-valley-in-41-39-high-school-football-thriller/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/west-mesa-holds-off-valley-in-41-39-high-school-football-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue for parts of New Mexico heading into the workweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Showers and storms have once again developed across New Mexico this afternoon. Some showers have brought locally heavy downpours that prompted flash flood warnings. These showers and storms will continue into the early morning hours with another round of moisture bringing in more storms through Monday. The heat will stick around as well, especially across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-heading-into-the-workweek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-heading-into-the-workweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US forces strike Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the&nbsp;Strait of Hormuz&nbsp;in the first military action in a month on Sunday, according to a U.S. official, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-forces-strike-iranian-rocket-launchers-on-the-strait-of-hormuz/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-forces-strike-iranian-rocket-launchers-on-the-strait-of-hormuz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No encouraging indications of survivors': Tennessee group gives update amid search for members after Nepal floods]]></title><description><![CDATA[Among the more than 70 people associated with the group who are missing are 22 Americans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-encouraging-indications-of-survivors-tennessee-group-gives-update-amid-search-for-members-after-nepal-floods/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-encouraging-indications-of-survivors-tennessee-group-gives-update-amid-search-for-members-after-nepal-floods/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands of cold remedy nasal swabs recalled nationwide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zicam has a refund website established.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thousands-of-cold-remedy-nasal-swabs-recalled-nationwide/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thousands-of-cold-remedy-nasal-swabs-recalled-nationwide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Social Security recipients will get September payments]]></title><description><![CDATA[September brings four Social Security payment dates. Here's when recipients can expect their checks to arrive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/when-social-security-recipients-will-get-september-payments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/when-social-security-recipients-will-get-september-payments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most-searched slang words of 2026. How many do you know?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unless you're incredibly online &ndash; or incredibly in tune with Gen Z and Gen Alpha &ndash; it's easy to fall behind on the latest slang.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-are-the-most-searched-slang-words-of-2026-how-many-do-you-know/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-are-the-most-searched-slang-words-of-2026-how-many-do-you-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunrises before 5 a.m.? How permanent standard time would impact summer mornings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer mornings could feel a lot different if we stopped observing daylight saving time during part of the year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sunrises-before-5-am-how-permanent-standard-time-would-impact-summer-mornings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sunrises-before-5-am-how-permanent-standard-time-would-impact-summer-mornings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tucker Carlson: Trump needs to be removed from office 'immediately']]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Why isn&rsquo;t there an attempt to remove him from office, like, immediately?&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tucker-carlson-trump-needs-to-be-removed-from-office-immediately/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tucker-carlson-trump-needs-to-be-removed-from-office-immediately/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slightly cooler with another round of storms for Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning! A new week has started on a mild and seasonable note in New Mexico. Temperatures this morning have fallen into the 50s, 60s and 70s. Today's forecast will have highs reaching the upper 80s, 90s and low 100s yet again. Near record heat will be possible for Clayton and Tucumcari this afternoon as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slightly-cooler-with-another-round-of-storms-for-sunday/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slightly-cooler-with-another-round-of-storms-for-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque TED Talk challenges hundreds of attendees to 'reframe' their perspectives]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's a big event that only happens once a year in Albuquerque, where hundreds of people come to be inspired and motivated. Since 2010, TEDxABQ has been hosting its TED talk event, attracting hundreds of people every year. "Leadership isn't about what you started; leadership is about what you choose to do [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-ted-talk-challenges-hundreds-of-attendees-to-reframe-their-perspectives/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 04:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-ted-talk-challenges-hundreds-of-attendees-to-reframe-their-perspectives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man killed in Santa Rosa dog attack; owner charged]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; A man has been charged following a deadly dog attack in Santa Rosa on Friday, New Mexico State Police said. The Santa Rosa Police Department and New Mexico State Police officers responded to a home on Tapia Road in Santa Rosa and found Randy Wade, 73, dead. Agents learned that Wade was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-santa-rosa-dog-attack-owner-charged/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-santa-rosa-dog-attack-owner-charged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argument over green chile enchiladas ends in deadly shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Police have arrested a man for a deadly shooting that followed a fight over green chile enchiladas in northeast Albuquerque Thursday night. Police said Ervin Gutierrez, 22, and Nathaniel Cavazos, 25, were at an an apartment, drinking at dinner and got into a fight over the heat of the green chile [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/argument-over-green-chile-enchiladas-ends-in-deadly-shooting/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 03:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/argument-over-green-chile-enchiladas-ends-in-deadly-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DHS confirms Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Far-right political figure Milo Yiannopoulos has been deported to the United Kingdom after his detention in Louisiana earlier this week, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody apprehended the British native on Thursday evening at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) in Kenner, La., after DHS [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dhs-confirms-milo-yiannopoulos-was-deported-to-uk/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dhs-confirms-milo-yiannopoulos-was-deported-to-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOAA, almanacs release fall weather predictions: What could it be like near you?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cold and wet, hot and dry - what's in store for you may depend on the forecast you look at.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-almanacs-release-fall-weather-predictions-what-could-it-be-like-near-you/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-almanacs-release-fall-weather-predictions-what-could-it-be-like-near-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Large quantities of khat are being intercepted at US airports. What is it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Khat is listed as Schedule I drug in the United states. Where is it coming from?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/large-quantities-of-khat-are-being-intercepted-at-us-airports-what-is-it/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/large-quantities-of-khat-are-being-intercepted-at-us-airports-what-is-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[89-year-old man establishes $400K reward trust to catch son's killer after decades-long search]]></title><description><![CDATA[In June 2003, Chris Giauque got out of prison. He got married. And within days, after a meeting with business associates over owed money, he was never seen again.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/89-year-old-man-establishes-400k-reward-trust-to-catch-sons-killer-after-decades-long-search/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/89-year-old-man-establishes-400k-reward-trust-to-catch-sons-killer-after-decades-long-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saturday: Monsoon storms with near record heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Saturday! This morning mild to seasonable temperatures have settled into New Mexico. So far, Albuquerque has only dropped into the low 70s, which is on the milder side for the end of August. Typically, low temperatures drop to the low 60s in the Duke City for this time of year. Today's forecast features above [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/saturday-monsoon-storms-with-near-record-heat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/saturday-monsoon-storms-with-near-record-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday Night Football: Week 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The KRQE Sports team breaks down all the action from Week 2 of New Mexico high school football &mdash; including our Defender of the Week, Cleveland junior Kaeleb Escudero. FINAL SCORES &#127942; WINNER SCORE OPPONENT SCORE Cleveland 40 Chatfield 20 Rio Rancho 48 Los Lunas 20 Volcano Vista 33 Cibola 0 Sandia 50 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-week-2-2/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-week-2-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances return this weekend for parts of New Mexico as the heat continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures will stay hot across New Mexico this weekend with near-record highs. Monsoon moisture will also bring back better storm chances, especially across western and northern New Mexico. Showers and storms again developed over the mountains Friday afternoon, slowly drifting into the lower elevations. Some storms have produced locally heavy rainfall. It&rsquo;s also hotter today [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-return-this-weekend-for-parts-of-new-mexico-as-the-heat-continues/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-return-this-weekend-for-parts-of-new-mexico-as-the-heat-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque high school store helps teen parents give babies a good start]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Every parent knows having a baby is costly. It's even harder if you're a teen, but there's a special store that's been helping them for decades. Albuquerque teen Joshua Hilliard has a big responsibility of raising two babies on top of finishing high school. "It's definitely been a blessing raising them and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-high-school-store-helps-teen-parents-give-babies-a-good-start/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-high-school-store-helps-teen-parents-give-babies-a-good-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Over $7 billion in state funds meant for New Mexico infrastructure projects is unused]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; A whopping $7 billion in state funding meant for everything from buying new school buses to improving highways and even places like Old Town is just sitting there, unspent. Lawmakers are sounding the alarm, trying to figure out how to make cities and colleges follow through on those projects. "Outstanding balances for capital [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/report-over-7-billion-in-state-funds-meant-for-new-mexico-infrastructure-projects-is-unused/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/report-over-7-billion-in-state-funds-meant-for-new-mexico-infrastructure-projects-is-unused/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICE plans to spend $2 million on dog-like robots for immigration enforcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[White House border czar Tom Homan defended the move against criticism, arguing the gloves would prevent agents from needing to resort to deadly force.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ice-plans-to-spend-2-million-on-dog-like-robots-for-immigration-enforcement/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ice-plans-to-spend-2-million-on-dog-like-robots-for-immigration-enforcement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dream's Reese assessed 8th technical this season, triggering 1-game suspension unless rescinded]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reese protested the call on the court and could appeal to the WNBA league office to have the technical rescinded.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dreams-reese-assessed-8th-technical-this-season-triggering-1-game-suspension-unless-rescinded/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dreams-reese-assessed-8th-technical-this-season-triggering-1-game-suspension-unless-rescinded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City leaders debate on whether or not to keep Bonito Lake in New Mexico open]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; A New Mexico City is considering closing a local lake to visitors after fires and flooding have taken a toll. One city official says it's the best move for the lake and the community, but other city leaders are raising questions about whether it's the only way forward. It's been a rough [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-leaders-debate-on-whether-or-not-to-keep-bonito-lake-in-new-mexico-open/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-leaders-debate-on-whether-or-not-to-keep-bonito-lake-in-new-mexico-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas woman arrested in Carlsbad on human trafficking charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[CARLSBAD, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A Texas woman charged with multiple sex offenses and human trafficking violations has been arrested in Carlsbad. New Mexico State Police worked with the Denver District Attorney's Office to arrest 22-year-old Jayde Guerrero earlier this week. They say she traveled across multiple states after being identified as a material witness in a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-woman-arrested-in-carlsbad-on-human-trafficking-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-woman-arrested-in-carlsbad-on-human-trafficking-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico DOJ offers restitution for victims of Fastbucks loan company]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; New Mexicans who took out a "Fastbucks" loan might be able to get some money back. The New Mexico Department of Justice says anyone who obtained one of these loans between 2007 and 2016 could receive part of a million-dollar settlement. Fastbucks was the subject of a Larry Barker investigation back in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-doj-offers-restitution-for-victims-of-fastbucks-loan-company/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-doj-offers-restitution-for-victims-of-fastbucks-loan-company/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vin Diesel ridiculed for Dolly Parton tribute: ‘I thought this was a joke’]]></title><description><![CDATA[A few fans liked Vin Diesel&rsquo;s tribute to Dolly Parton, who died shortly after a cancer diagnosis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vin-diesel-ridiculed-for-dolly-parton-tribute-i-thought-this-was-a-joke/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vin-diesel-ridiculed-for-dolly-parton-tribute-i-thought-this-was-a-joke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan Gerard and Viktor Hovland share the 36-hole lead at the Tour Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA["I&rsquo;m playing this week for myself and to try and put up some good scores and hopefully win a trophy at the end of the week.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ryan-gerard-and-viktor-hovland-share-the-36-hole-lead-at-the-tour-championship/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ryan-gerard-and-viktor-hovland-share-the-36-hole-lead-at-the-tour-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jelly Roll explains political beliefs after Trump roasts: I'm 'down the middle']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, made jokes throughout the week about President Trump, causing many of his supporters to label the artist a "traitor."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jelly-roll-explains-political-beliefs-after-trump-roasts-im-down-the-middle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jelly-roll-explains-political-beliefs-after-trump-roasts-im-down-the-middle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DOJ ramps up denaturalization lawsuits against immigrants]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of denaturalization lawsuits filed by the Trump administration surged in July, according to new data.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-ramps-up-denaturalization-lawsuits-against-immigrants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doj-ramps-up-denaturalization-lawsuits-against-immigrants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawyers, judge determine jury instructions for Tupac murder trial deliberations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday was the tenth day of the trial of Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, accused of orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas in 1996, but the defendant and jurors weren't in the courtroom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawyers-judge-determine-jury-instructions-for-tupac-murder-trial-deliberations/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawyers-judge-determine-jury-instructions-for-tupac-murder-trial-deliberations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of New Mexico offers free skin cancer screenings in Gallup]]></title><description><![CDATA[GALLUP, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The University of New Mexico is offering free skin cancer screenings in Gallup on Saturday. The event is running from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Everyone who arrives at the UNM Hospital Specialty Care Clinic on Nizhoni Boulevard within the allotted hours will get screened, according to UNM. More information is online.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/university-of-new-mexico-offers-free-skin-cancer-screenings-in-gallup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/university-of-new-mexico-offers-free-skin-cancer-screenings-in-gallup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Push to rename Nashville Airport after Dolly Parton gets backing of Tennessee governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Bill Lee announced a partnership with Nashville International Airport with the intent to rename it for Dolly Parton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/push-to-rename-nashville-airport-after-dolly-parton-gets-backing-of-tennessee-governor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/push-to-rename-nashville-airport-after-dolly-parton-gets-backing-of-tennessee-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Coyote vs. Acme,' set and filmed in Albuquerque, hits big screen]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; "Coyote vs. Acme" hit theaters Friday and the City of Albuquerque serves as the movie's main backdrop. The film focuses on the Wiley Coyote's journey to sue the Acme Corporation, with the story set here in the Duke City. The Albuquerque Film Office says it was produced almost entirely in the Land [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/coyote-vs-acme-set-and-filmed-in-albuquerque-hits-big-screen/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/coyote-vs-acme-set-and-filmed-in-albuquerque-hits-big-screen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque woman pleads guilty to setting fires at warehouse on Menaul in 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; An Albuquerque woman pleaded guilty Friday to setting multiple fires that nearly burnt down a storage warehouse near Menaul and I-25. 41-year-old Samantha Lee was arrested for setting five fires inside the warehouse in 2024.The building was used by two nearby hotels and a non-profit serving animal shelters.The New Mexico District Attorney's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-woman-pleads-guilty-to-setting-fires-at-warehouse-on-menaul-in-2024/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-woman-pleads-guilty-to-setting-fires-at-warehouse-on-menaul-in-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gladys Knight to wind down live performances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gladys Knight announced to her fans that she will be taking a step back from performing to spend more time with family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gladys-knight-to-wind-down-live-performances/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gladys-knight-to-wind-down-live-performances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump vows to spend 'a lot of time in Texas' helping Paxton Senate bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump says he'll spend "a lot of time in Texas" helping Republican Ken Paxton's Senate campaign, while launching a barrage of social media attacks against Democratic nominee James Talarico just 67 days before Election Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-vows-to-spend-a-lot-of-time-in-texas-helping-paxton-senate-bid/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-vows-to-spend-a-lot-of-time-in-texas-helping-paxton-senate-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic senators demand Israeli government halt West Bank settlement expansion plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of Democratic senators are calling on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reverse a planned housing development in the West Bank that would effectively divide the Palestinian territory.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-senators-demand-israeli-government-halt-west-bank-settlement-expansion-plans/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democratic-senators-demand-israeli-government-halt-west-bank-settlement-expansion-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe speed and sound cameras to go live next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; In an effort to slow down drivers, the City of Santa Fe is installing new speed cameras and they'll start recording drivers by Monday. Some of those cameras also target loud vehicle exhaust. "We're not looking for gotcha moments, we are looking for people to change their driving behavior," said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-speed-and-sound-cameras-to-go-live-next-week/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-speed-and-sound-cameras-to-go-live-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First of its kind aggregation center opening next month in ABQ to help farmers distribute crops]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The first of its kind coming to the South Valley, and a new option for farmers to better process their crops. The Delicious New Mexico Aggregation Center, or DMAC, behind the South Valley Economic Development Center is 22 days away from opening. So there's still some construction inside. But once it's done, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-of-its-kind-aggregation-center-opening-next-month-in-abq-to-help-farmers-distribute-crops/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-of-its-kind-aggregation-center-opening-next-month-in-abq-to-help-farmers-distribute-crops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County celebrates opening of new youth art exhibit]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; A new art exhibit is offering local kids the opportunity to showcase their stories through photography. "My World, My Lens" features a collection of photographs captured by Bernalillo County youth as they navigate housing insecurity. The photos were taken over the course of five weeks, with the grand opening of the exhibit [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-celebrates-opening-of-new-youth-art-exhibit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-celebrates-opening-of-new-youth-art-exhibit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas congressman: Dilley migrant detentions up 10%, ICE plays 'cruel games']]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, visited the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Dilley, Texas, on Friday and said detention numbers were up 10% in a week he is concerned about the health of migrants living there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-congressman-dilley-migrant-detentions-up-10-ice-plays-cruel-games/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-congressman-dilley-migrant-detentions-up-10-ice-plays-cruel-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque's 'Violence Intervention Program' expands to 7 more APS Schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A program the city started years ago to help at-risk families break the cycle of violence, is seeing success in Albuquerque schools, and its now pushing the district to nearly triple its reach. More high schools and middle schools are being added to the city's "Violence intervention program"&hellip; That connects at risk kids [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-violence-intervention-program-expands-to-7-more-aps-schools/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-violence-intervention-program-expands-to-7-more-aps-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chile Fest to be held in Albuquerque over Labor Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; Chile roasting season is underway. That means Big Jim Farms is holding their Chile Fest over Labor Day weekend. Farmers are inviting the public to come pick their own chiles straight from the fields and roast them during this year's fest. Visitors can also enjoy live music and local vendors. Taking place Sept. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/chile-fest-to-be-held-in-albuquerque-over-labor-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/chile-fest-to-be-held-in-albuquerque-over-labor-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Wildlife Center seeks game meat donations for animals in their care]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Hunters, butchers, or even grocery store owners. If you happen to have some spare game meat, there's a New Mexico organization that could put it to good use. "We can have up to 180+ animals. Every year, we are feeding a lot of mouths, and I think every year, we're looking for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-center-seeks-game-meat-donations-for-animals-in-their-care/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-center-seeks-game-meat-donations-for-animals-in-their-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State University professor receives grant for research on AI rehab sensors]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; A local professor and his research teams are being recognized for their work advancing rehabilitation technology and improving quality of life for people with neurological motor disorders. The National Science Foundation's "Smart and Connected Health" program awarded New Mexico State University Professor Wei Tang with a $1 million grant. That grant will [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-university-professor-receives-grant-for-research-on-ai-rehab-sensors/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-university-professor-receives-grant-for-research-on-ai-rehab-sensors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NM Dept. of Wildlife shares tips on how to keep bears out of yards]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; As bear sightings become more common in New Mexico neighborhoods, the state's Department of Wildlife is offering tips on how to stop the animals from spending time in your yard. The department said low availability of seasonal mast crops such as nuts, seeds,&#8239;fruits&#8239;and berries&#8239;that&nbsp;bears rely on has led to increased&nbsp;bear&nbsp;activity and movements [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-dept-of-wildlife-shares-tips-on-how-to-keep-bears-out-of-yards/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-dept-of-wildlife-shares-tips-on-how-to-keep-bears-out-of-yards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI offers reward for information on alleged travel center robbery suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Federal Bureau of Investigation Albuquerque Field Office and Laguna Police Department are asking for the public&rsquo;s help in identifying an attempted robbery suspect. On Aug. 7, 2025, the individual entered the Route 66 Travel Center off the I-40 highway near Exit 140 in Albuquerque, within the boundaries of the Pueblo of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-offers-reward-for-information-on-alleged-travel-center-robbery-suspect/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-offers-reward-for-information-on-alleged-travel-center-robbery-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque's Palo Duro Senior Center to undergo renovations]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque is set to begin renovations at the Palo Duro Senior Center starting on Tuesday. The more than 50-year-old facility will get a new addition with restrooms and additional storage, upgrades to existing restrooms and the lobby and check-in area, kitchen and activity room improvements, replacement of aging HVAC [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-palo-duro-senior-center-to-undergo-renovations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerques-palo-duro-senior-center-to-undergo-renovations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CNM, RRPS open Transportation Systems Technology Center at RioTECH]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) and Rio Rancho Public Schools have teamed up to open the Transportation Systems Technology Center at the RioTECH Career Technical Education High School. The 43,800-square-foot facility features automotive and electric vehicle labs designed to replicate professional repair shops, specialized instructional spaces for automotive electrical systems, technology-equipped [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cnm-rrps-open-transportation-systems-technology-center-at-riotech/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cnm-rrps-open-transportation-systems-technology-center-at-riotech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eddy County Sheriff's Office makes arrest following deadly shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[EDDY COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Eddy County Sheriff's Office has arrested a person following a deadly shooting on May 23. Deputies responded to Capitan Reef Road where it crosses over the Pecos River, in reference to a man, later identified as Nicholas Andres Lucero, 42, who was unconscious and not breathing from apparent gunshot wounds. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eddy-county-sheriffs-office-makes-arrest-following-deadly-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eddy-county-sheriffs-office-makes-arrest-following-deadly-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque father sentenced to prison for possession of child sex material]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque father has been sentenced to prison for possessing&nbsp;and distributing child sexual abuse material&nbsp;containing&nbsp;images of his own young child. A judge on Thursday sentenced Timothy Houle, 34, to the&nbsp;maximum&nbsp;sentence of 12 years in prison. Houle was arrested in January by the New Mexico Department of Justice&rsquo;s Internet Crimes Against Children Unit&nbsp;following [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-father-sentenced-to-prison-for-possession-of-child-sex-material/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-father-sentenced-to-prison-for-possession-of-child-sex-material/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musical Theatre Southwest presents: "Come From Away"]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;This September will mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Musical Theatre Southwest is putting on a production of the hit Broadway musical "Come From Away", offering audiences a different kind of 9/11 story. Come From Away follows the Canadian town of Gander as its schools, churches, community centers and private residences [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/musical-theatre-southwest-presents-come-from-away/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/musical-theatre-southwest-presents-come-from-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Show off vintage, interesting tech at the Burque ByteFest]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Community members will have the chance to check out or show off tech from across the decades on September 19. The nonprofit Adelante DiverseIT will be putting on the first Burque ByteFest at Q Station from 3 - 6 p.m. Builders, collectors, gamers and tech enthusiasts are invited to show off their [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/show-off-vintage-interesting-tech-at-the-burque-bytefest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/show-off-vintage-interesting-tech-at-the-burque-bytefest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who killed ex-girlfriend and her teenage son in Santa Fe sentenced to prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man who killed his ex-girlfriend and her teenage son&nbsp;in Santa Fe was sentenced to prison on Thursday. District Court Judge Lidyard sentenced Jose Antonio Adrian Roman to the maximum penalty allowed of two back-to-back life sentences plus 10.5 years to serve in the New Mexico Department of Corrections, according to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-killed-ex-girlfriend-and-her-teenage-son-in-santa-fe-sentenced-to-prison/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-killed-ex-girlfriend-and-her-teenage-son-in-santa-fe-sentenced-to-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD arrests driver for DWI crash with severe injuries on west side]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; APD is investigating a serious-injury DWI-related crash that happened Thursday around 7 p.m. on the west side. Officers arrested Carlos Gonzales-Daniel, 56, who fled from the scene on foot before he was caught by officers, police said. He is charged with for DWI resulting in great bodily harm and leaving the scene [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-arrests-driver-for-dwi-crash-with-severe-injuries-on-west-side/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-arrests-driver-for-dwi-crash-with-severe-injuries-on-west-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARA criticism, Surveillance pricing, Warm weather, Education center, Boosting morale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] After infant dies in ABQ home, lawmakers and advocates criticize CYFD and the CARA Act -&nbsp;A baby was born with drugs in his system eight months ago, sparking New Mexico officials to routinely visit his home and check on him, but that baby died this week.&nbsp;The legislature last [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cara-criticism-surveillance-pricing-warm-weather-education-center-boosting-morale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cara-criticism-surveillance-pricing-warm-weather-education-center-boosting-morale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Atari Graveyard in Alamogordo New Mexico; New Mexico Strange]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Often considered the possible death of the old video game industry, the infamous Atari Graveyard in Alamogordo, New Mexico, has quite a history behind it. From the end of a major company to the birth of the video game industry as we know today, this landfill brought on a lot of attention [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-atari-graveyard-in-alamogordo-new-mexico-new-mexico-strange/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-atari-graveyard-in-alamogordo-new-mexico-new-mexico-strange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man killed in shooting in northeast Albuquerque, police investigating]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a man dead late Thursday night. APD said officers responded around 11:30 p.m. to reports of a shooting at 4200 Spanish Bit St. NE., near Tramway and Montgomery. Officers arrived and located a man who was dead at the scene. Detectives were [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-shooting-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-investigating/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-shooting-in-northeast-albuquerque-police-investigating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fewer storms today and a brief heat-up around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty rain with hit-or-miss lightning strikes are present in some southern areas, but despite some clouds for many, most are starting off rain-free with seasonably pleasant air. Yesterday's storms are once again keeping some of the low-level moisture in place in the mountains to eastern, northern, &amp; parts of southern New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-storms-today-and-a-brief-heat-up-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-storms-today-and-a-brief-heat-up-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter, drier Friday before more active weather returns again this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drier air will bring fewer thunderstorms Friday afternoon and hotter temperatures across the state. Monsoon moisture increases again this weekend, bringing scattered storms and slightly cooler temperatures. Storms again moved through parts of New Mexico Thursday afternoon. A few storms dropped locally heavy rainfall, especially along the central mountain chain. Storms will continue to gradually [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-drier-friday-before-more-active-weather-returns-again-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-drier-friday-before-more-active-weather-returns-again-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After infant dies in Albuquerque home, lawmakers and advocates criticize CYFD and the CARA Act]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A baby was born with drugs in his system eight months ago, sparking New Mexico officials to routinely visit his home and check on him, but that baby died this week. It has lawmakers outraged, while three state agencies defend their actions. The legislature last year updated New Mexico's CARA Act, which [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/after-infant-dies-in-albuquerque-home-lawmakers-and-advocates-criticize-cyfd-and-the-cara-act/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/after-infant-dies-in-albuquerque-home-lawmakers-and-advocates-criticize-cyfd-and-the-cara-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research at Sandia National Labs could provide cleaner way to roast coffee beans]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; There's more than just quantum computing, nuclear science, and national defense at Sandia National Laboratories.&ensp;Many of their clients are in the private sector, and as KRQE News 13 recently learned, one of their latest experiments might improve on one of the most important beverages on Earth. A beautiful morning sunrise and a hot [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/research-at-sandia-national-labs-could-provide-cleaner-way-to-roast-coffee-beans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/research-at-sandia-national-labs-could-provide-cleaner-way-to-roast-coffee-beans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOJ sues U.S. Department of Justice for records on DEA fentanyl investigations]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico Attorney General Ra&uacute;l Torrez has filed a lawsuit against the United States Department of Justice to obtain records on the Drug Enforcement Agency's handling of fentanyl in New Mexico. The investigation began after whistleblowers alleged federal agents and prosecutors allowed large shipments of fentanyl within New Mexico, instead of seizing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoj-sues-us-department-of-justice-for-records-on-dea-fentanyl-investigations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoj-sues-us-department-of-justice-for-records-on-dea-fentanyl-investigations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM quarterback Jack Layne to have season ending surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;UNM quarterback Jack Layne will have to watch the 2026 season from the sidelines after finding out that he will need another surgery on his throwing elbow. "We have some bad news on a second opinion on Jack Layne, so, unfortunately, he is going to have to have another surgery, and he is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-quarterback-jack-layne-to-have-season-ending-surgery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-quarterback-jack-layne-to-have-season-ending-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black and Yellow Report: Draws and wins, as United continues it's historic streak to13 games]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This edition of the Black and Yellow Report takes a closer look at New Mexico United's recent success after the club reached its 100th league win in franchise history while continuing its historic unbeaten streak, which has now reached 13 games. United reached the milestone following a 2-1 victory over Lexington SC [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-and-yellow-report-draws-and-wins-as-united-continues-its-historic-streak-to13-games-2/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-and-yellow-report-draws-and-wins-as-united-continues-its-historic-streak-to13-games-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black and Yellow Report: Draws and wins, as United continues it's historic streak to13 games.]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This edition of the Black and Yellow Report takes a closer look at New Mexico United's recent success after the club reached its 100th league win in franchise history while continuing its historic unbeaten streak, which has now reached 13 games. United reached the milestone following a 2-1 victory over Lexington SC [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-and-yellow-report-draws-and-wins-as-united-continues-its-historic-streak-to13-games/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-and-yellow-report-draws-and-wins-as-united-continues-its-historic-streak-to13-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM’s Brett Karhu granted temporary restraining order against NCAA and is eligible to play for now]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;New Mexico defensive end Brett Karhu has been granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA, making him eligible to play for the Lobos again &mdash; for now. Karhu received the ruling Thursday in district court after challenging the NCAA&rsquo;s eligibility rules. Karhu is among athletes across the country who have exhausted their [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unms-brett-karhu-granted-temporary-restraining-order-against-ncaa-and-is-eligible-to-play-for-now/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unms-brett-karhu-granted-temporary-restraining-order-against-ncaa-and-is-eligible-to-play-for-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque spends more than $7M to improve youth baseball and softball facilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Youth baseball and softball facilities throughout Albuquerque got major improvements. Across the city's 10 Little League complexes, upgrades include new turf fields, better lighting, expanded concessions, more shade, enhanced security, and infrastructure improvements. On Thursday, Alameda Little League spoke about what the improvements mean to them. "Having a facility that they can be [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-spends-more-than-7m-to-improve-youth-baseball-and-softball-facilities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-spends-more-than-7m-to-improve-youth-baseball-and-softball-facilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Third New Mexico law enforcement agency cuts ties with Flock Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; As the public outcry over license plate reading technology grows, law enforcement agencies are listening. Grants Police Department Chief Maxine Monte recalled, "We did have an individual that came in to one of our city council meetings, and we thank this individual; he was able to speak during public comment, and he [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/third-new-mexico-law-enforcement-agency-cuts-ties-with-flock-safety/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/third-new-mexico-law-enforcement-agency-cuts-ties-with-flock-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drier, hotter weather returns Friday across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drier air will bring fewer thunderstorms Friday afternoon and hotter temperatures across the state. Monsoon moisture increases again this weekend, bringing scattered storms and slightly cooler temperatures. Storms have again been popping up around the mountains across New Mexico Thursday afternoon. A few of these storms have been producing locally heavy rainfall, especially along the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-hotter-weather-returns-friday-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/drier-hotter-weather-returns-friday-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team of dogs from Española Humane visit fire crews at Frijoles Fire base camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Over 800 fire crew members have been out fighting the Frijoles Fire for weeks on end. But now a local animal shelter is boosting morale. A team of five dogs from Espa&ntilde;ola Humane has been coming out to base camp visiting with firefighters, who say they've been a welcome de-stressor during a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/team-of-dogs-from-espaola-humane-visit-fire-crews-at-frijoles-fire-base-camp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/team-of-dogs-from-espaola-humane-visit-fire-crews-at-frijoles-fire-base-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outlet fire displaces Albuquerque woman from her home]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; She's lived in her Albuquerque home for over two decades, but a fire will keep her out of it for months. That fire didn't start with a stove or dryer but with an electrical outlet. It's the kind of phone call that makes everything stop. "Your house is on fire," said Nicolina [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/outlet-fire-displaces-albuquerque-woman-from-her-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/outlet-fire-displaces-albuquerque-woman-from-her-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Museum to break ground on new education center]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Museum hopes a new education center will take them to the next level and provide more space for students to learn. The museum in Old Town Albuquerque is a hub for learning about local art and history. However, museum leaders said right now, its educational programs have outgrown their [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-museum-to-break-ground-on-new-education-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-museum-to-break-ground-on-new-education-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four Mayan artifacts returned to Mexican government]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Part&nbsp;of Mexico's history is returning home after spending decades in the hands of a private owner. A ceremony was held at the Consulate of Mexico in Albuquerque, as William Andrew "Benedict" Malloy of Texas sought to voluntarily return four artifacts he stumbled upon to their country of origin. The artifacts were assessed by [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-mayan-artifacts-returned-to-mexican-government/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-mayan-artifacts-returned-to-mexican-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque sues eight tobacco companies over plastic cigarette filters]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The City of Albuquerque has filed a lawsuit against a handful of tobacco companies, citing widespread harm caused by plastic cigarette filters. The lawsuit says that cigarette filters, or "butts," are made of plastic waste that does not biodegrade under normal conditions. The filters remain in the environment, and cause damage to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-sues-eight-tobacco-companies-over-plastic-cigarette-filters/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-sues-eight-tobacco-companies-over-plastic-cigarette-filters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Albuquerque magnet schools earn national recognition]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Three APS magnet schools are receiving national recognition for going above and beyond in the classroom. Mission Avenue STEM Magnet Elementary, Valley High, and Early College Academy were recognized by Magnet Schools of America for their work in eliminating barriers to student success. Two were designated as "Nationally Certified Demonstration" schools, which [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-albuquerque-magnet-schools-earn-national-recognition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/three-albuquerque-magnet-schools-earn-national-recognition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawmakers receive presentation on 'surveillance pricing' and how it affects New Mexicans]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's affecting nearly every New Mexican, and there's a good chance you haven't heard of it, but lawmakers are now being put on notice about surveillance pricing and how it's costing almost everyone. Surveillance pricing is when a company uses your personal data to charge you a different price than another consumer, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawmakers-receive-presentation-on-surveillance-pricing-and-how-it-affects-new-mexicans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawmakers-receive-presentation-on-surveillance-pricing-and-how-it-affects-new-mexicans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This dime could sell for more than $1 million: How to tell if yours is worth the same]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you have a really, really old dime, you may want to give it a look.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/this-dime-could-sell-for-more-than-1-million-how-to-tell-if-yours-is-worth-the-same/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/this-dime-could-sell-for-more-than-1-million-how-to-tell-if-yours-is-worth-the-same/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico honors Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith with special proclamation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The State of New Mexico is honoring Hall of Fame jockey and Dexter native Mike Smith with a special proclamation ahead of Wednesday night&rsquo;s New Mexico United match against Lexington SC. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a proclamation declaring Aug. 26 Mike Smith Day in New Mexico, recognizing one of the state&rsquo;s [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-honors-hall-of-fame-jockey-mike-smith-with-special-proclamation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-honors-hall-of-fame-jockey-mike-smith-with-special-proclamation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico gubernatorial candidates to participate in forum on food security]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The two candidates for governor of New Mexico, Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull, will participate in a forum on food security in New Mexico. The forum will be hosted by the Roadrunner Food Bank and the Coalition to End Hunger in New Mexico and is expected to provide an opportunity for candidates [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-gubernatorial-candidates-to-participate-in-forum-on-food-security/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-gubernatorial-candidates-to-participate-in-forum-on-food-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 men convicted, plead guilty to New Mexico oil theft scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Six men have been convicted or pleaded guilty for their roles in an operation to steal crude oil from pipelines in New Mexico and transport it into Texas for resale, resulting in the theft of thousands of barrels of oil, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/6-men-convicted-plead-guilty-to-new-mexico-oil-theft-scheme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/6-men-convicted-plead-guilty-to-new-mexico-oil-theft-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America']]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. and Canada are in the midst of an ongoing trade dispute, with each country laying down harsh tariffs on the other.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-signs-order-renaming-lake-ontario-to-lake-america/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-signs-order-renaming-lake-ontario-to-lake-america/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Payments start soon in privacy settlement 'hundreds of millions' could have qualified for]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keep an eye on your bank account, Venmo and PayPal the next few weeks. Money could be coming your way from a privacy class action settlement that "hundreds of millions" may have qualified for.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/payments-start-soon-in-privacy-settlement-hundreds-of-millions-could-have-qualified-for/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/payments-start-soon-in-privacy-settlement-hundreds-of-millions-could-have-qualified-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1.9 million grill brushes added to recall]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 3 million wire brushes have now been recalled over concerns the bristles can detach and end up in food.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/19-million-grill-brushes-added-to-recall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/19-million-grill-brushes-added-to-recall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shower, storms with near record heat continue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! After a seasonable and mild morning another day of storms with near record heat are on tap for the rest of Thursday. Afternoon high temperatures are forecasted to reach the 80s, 90s and 100s again throughout New Mexico. A few locations around New Mexico could set new records or at least come close. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-storms-with-near-record-heat-continue/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shower-storms-with-near-record-heat-continue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blood moon lunar eclipse: This is the best time to watch in every state]]></title><description><![CDATA[At maximum, the full moon will be 96% covered by Earth's shadow, turning it a spooky shade of red.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blood-moon-lunar-eclipse-this-is-the-best-time-to-watch-in-every-state/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blood-moon-lunar-eclipse-this-is-the-best-time-to-watch-in-every-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildlife organization in New Mexico cares for nearly a dozen bear cubs amid increase in sightings]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; As of early August, New Mexico had seen 80 bear sightings in the span of a month. And with this year's sightings on the rise, one wildlife nonprofit has found itself caring for nearly a dozen cubs. "A lot of our cubs that we have in care right now somehow got separated [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildlife-organization-in-new-mexico-cares-for-nearly-a-dozen-bear-cubs-amid-increase-in-sightings/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildlife-organization-in-new-mexico-cares-for-nearly-a-dozen-bear-cubs-amid-increase-in-sightings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Justice Department sues New Mexico over state law that gives migrants in-state tuition]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against New Mexico, challenging state law that provides in-state tuition and financial assistance to migrants who maintain in-state residency, regardless of their immigration status in the United States. The department on Monday also filed suits against Arizona, Oregon, and Washington, bringing the department&rsquo;s total [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/justice-department-sues-new-mexico-over-state-law-that-gives-migrants-in-state-tuition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/justice-department-sues-new-mexico-over-state-law-that-gives-migrants-in-state-tuition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Cruces brothers sentenced for drug trafficking, gun offenses]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Two Las Cruces brothers were sentenced in federal court for drug trafficking and gun offenses after law enforcement seized drugs and multiple guns during searches of their home and vehicle. On March 7, 2024, agents with the FBI and Las Cruces/Dona Ana County Metro Narcotics executed a search warrant at a home [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-brothers-sentenced-for-drug-trafficking-gun-offenses/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-brothers-sentenced-for-drug-trafficking-gun-offenses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where northern lights may shine amid geomagnetic storm watches]]></title><description><![CDATA[If conditions are right, you may catch a glimpse of the northern lights.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-northern-lights-may-shine-amid-geomagnetic-storm-watches/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-northern-lights-may-shine-amid-geomagnetic-storm-watches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ Ride and UNM Foundation invite community to Stuff the Bus’ school supply drive ]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; ABQ Ride and the University of New Mexico Foundation are inviting the community to come out and help them "stuff a bus" full of school supplies to help support Albuquerque Public Schools students. The school supply drive is August 29 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Hinkle Fun Center. Below are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-and-unm-foundation-invite-community-to-stuff-the-bus-school-supply-drive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-and-unm-foundation-invite-community-to-stuff-the-bus-school-supply-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Sabrina Carpenter changed the lyrics of her hit song for Dolly Parton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dolly Parton had one rule coming into the collab.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-sabrina-carpenter-changed-the-lyrics-of-her-hit-song-for-dolly-parton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-sabrina-carpenter-changed-the-lyrics-of-her-hit-song-for-dolly-parton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dolly Parton International': Petition to rename Nashville airport gains traction after TN lawmaker vows support]]></title><description><![CDATA[A petition to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton is gaining new momentum following the Tennessee icon's death, with a state lawmaker saying he plans to turn the effort into legislation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dolly-parton-international-petition-to-rename-nashville-airport-gains-traction-after-tn-lawmaker-vows-support/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dolly-parton-international-petition-to-rename-nashville-airport-gains-traction-after-tn-lawmaker-vows-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yayoi Kusama, who splashed polka dots across the art world, dies at 97 in Tokyo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kusama, one of Japan&rsquo;s most respected contemporary artists, was widely exhibited around the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/yayoi-kusama-who-splashed-polka-dots-across-the-art-world-dies-at-97-in-tokyo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/yayoi-kusama-who-splashed-polka-dots-across-the-art-world-dies-at-97-in-tokyo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Missouri deputy AG found alive after 6 days in Wyoming wilderness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Missouri deputy attorney general set out on a hike from Great River Lakes to Gannett Peak on August 20.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/missouri-deputy-ag-found-alive-after-6-days-in-wyoming-wilderness/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/missouri-deputy-ag-found-alive-after-6-days-in-wyoming-wilderness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Project on UNM South Campus will add silhouettes of lobos, foliage to medians]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The City of Albuquerque has started a beautification project on the University of New Mexico's South Campus to improve medians leading into new development coming to the area. &ldquo;We want to grow our city the right way,&rdquo; said&nbsp;Mayor Tim Keller in a news release.&nbsp;&ldquo;Partnerships like this with UNM are an important part [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/project-on-unm-south-campus-will-add-silhouettes-of-lobos-foliage-to-medians/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/project-on-unm-south-campus-will-add-silhouettes-of-lobos-foliage-to-medians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Grants ends agreement with Flock camera services]]></title><description><![CDATA[GRANTS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The City of Grants has ended it's service agreement with Flock Safety for Flock camera services. "Following our evaluation, the City determined that the benefits provided by these cameras do not sufficiently align with the investment required or with the City&rsquo;s overall mission and approach to public safety and security," the city [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-grants-ends-agreement-with-flock-camera-services/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-grants-ends-agreement-with-flock-camera-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman ejected from Colorado mountain coaster remains hospitalized]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Texas woman remains hospitalized after she was ejected from the Rocky Mountain Coaster at Copper Mountain and dragged along the track.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-ejected-from-colorado-mountain-coaster-remains-hospitalized/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-ejected-from-colorado-mountain-coaster-remains-hospitalized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here are the New Mexico restaurants recognized by the first Southwest Michelin Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campo at Los Poblanos receives wide recognition NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The Michelin Guide on Wednesday announced it's restaurant selections for the first-ever Michelin Guide Southwest. The announcements were made at a ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada and while no New Mexico eateries received a highly coveted Michelin star, they did receive recognition from the highly [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/here-are-the-new-mexico-restaurants-recognized-by-the-first-southwest-michelin-guide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/here-are-the-new-mexico-restaurants-recognized-by-the-first-southwest-michelin-guide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[14-year-old detained after shooting teen with mother's gun, Bernalillo County DA says]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; A 14-year-old is detained at a juvenile facility following a shooting that seriously injured another teenager, according to Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman. Investigators said the teen took his mother&rsquo;s gun and was with a group of friends when he pointed the gun at another teenager and pulled the trigger multiple [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/14-year-old-detained-after-shooting-teen-with-mothers-gun-bernalillo-county-da-says/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/14-year-old-detained-after-shooting-teen-with-mothers-gun-bernalillo-county-da-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Busy Philipps brain tumor revealed through an MRI]]></title><description><![CDATA["'This is a real tumor, and it's inside your brain. And Busy, it's got to come out,'" she recalls the doctor telling her.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/busy-philipps-brain-tumor-revealed-through-an-mri/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/busy-philipps-brain-tumor-revealed-through-an-mri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ATF investigating 'major' cybersecurity incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) on Wednesday announced an investigation into a &ldquo;major&rdquo; cybersecurity incident for which the Qilin ransomware group claimed responsibility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/atf-investigating-major-cybersecurity-incident/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/atf-investigating-major-cybersecurity-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Budget boost, Congressional seat, Some storms, Shortage of meter readers, Lunar eclipse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] New Mexico could see increase in revenue ahead of upcoming legislative session but projections remain volatile - With oil and gas revenue boosting the state's income, state financial managers say New Mexico can expect a boost of more than $924 million in the next budget year. Project Jupiter [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/budget-boost-congressional-seat-some-storms-shortage-of-meter-readers-lunar-eclipse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/budget-boost-congressional-seat-some-storms-shortage-of-meter-readers-lunar-eclipse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncovering Albuquerque's racist deeds; The Barker Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; On today's episode of The Barker Files, KRQE's investigative reporter Larry Barker discusses his 2009 story with anchor Dean Staley. The investigation dives into the discriminatory homeowner deeds across Albuquerque. From the 1930s-60s, as the city grew in size and population, landowners prohibited people of color from residing in certain neighborhoods. These [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/uncovering-albuquerques-racist-deeds-the-barker-files/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/uncovering-albuquerques-racist-deeds-the-barker-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scattered storms expected across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty rain may be present in some southern areas, but most are rain-free with seasonably pleasant air. Some high-level clouds and low-level clouds are present, with the aftermath of yesterday's storms sending low-level moisture in place in even more areas of eastern, central, and southern New Mexico, with easterly winds picking [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/scattered-storms-expected-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/scattered-storms-expected-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much beef does the US import, and where does it come from?]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 80% of U.S. beef imports in the first half of 2026 came from five countries, according to the USDA.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-beef-does-the-us-import-and-where-does-it-come-from/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-much-beef-does-the-us-import-and-where-does-it-come-from/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat makes emergency rooms busier. Study shows which illness and injuries rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the temperature heats up, so do emergency rooms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-makes-emergency-rooms-busier-study-shows-which-illness-and-injuries-rise/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-makes-emergency-rooms-busier-study-shows-which-illness-and-injuries-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances return to parts of New Mexico Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scattered storms developed across New Mexico Wednesday afternoon. Storms also kept temperatures slightly cooler across most of the state today. A few spotty showers are sticking around tonight, with more organized storms moving through southeast New Mexico. Those storms will move out of the state overnight. Outflow from these storms could bring another round of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-return-to-parts-of-new-mexico-thursday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-return-to-parts-of-new-mexico-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House Speaker Mike Johnson visits New Mexico hoping to help flip Congressional seat]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Once again, the race for Congressional District Two is expected to be the tightest come election day. Democrat Gabe Vasquez has held the seat for two terms. On Wednesday, the Republicans brought in a heavy hitter, the Speaker of the House, to campaign for Greg Cunningham, hoping to flip the seat. "The truth [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/house-speaker-mike-johnson-visits-new-mexico-hoping-to-help-flip-congressional-seat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/house-speaker-mike-johnson-visits-new-mexico-hoping-to-help-flip-congressional-seat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United extends their unbeaten streak and honors horse racing legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico United has reached a franchise-best 13 straight unbeaten matches after a 2-1 win over Lexington SC Wednesday night. United had to rally to get the victory after going into the break down 1-nil. It was in the 73rd minute when United finally scored the equalizer. Greg Hurst sent a cross [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-extends-their-unbeaten-streak-and-honors-horse-racing-legend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-extends-their-unbeaten-streak-and-honors-horse-racing-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State football opens season at Florida State with Trey Hedden under center]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State football is headed to the Doak. The Aggies open the 2026 season in Week Zero on Saturday, taking on Florida State at Doak Campbell Stadium. NMSU enters the matchup as a 30.5-point underdog after finishing 4-8 in 2025. The Aggies ranked second-to-last in Conference USA in both points [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-football-opens-season-at-florida-state-with-trey-hedden-under-center/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-football-opens-season-at-florida-state-with-trey-hedden-under-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mogote Ridge Fire burns in Rio Arriba County]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO ARRIBA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new wildfire burning in Rio Arriba County started Wednesday afternoon. The Mogote Ridge Fire has burned 50 acres and is 0% contained. There are no evacuations. The cause of the fire has not been determined.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mogote-ridge-fire-burns-in-rio-arriba-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mogote-ridge-fire-burns-in-rio-arriba-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Department of Justice gives update on META litigation wins and what's next]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; After New Mexico secured a milestone victory against the social media giant, Meta, lawmakers are hearing what comes next. Earlier this year, the New Mexico Department of Justice sued Meta, claiming its platforms are a "public nuisance" for not protecting children from online sex predators. On Wednesday, the NMDOJ shared how that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-justice-gives-update-on-meta-litigation-wins-and-whats-next/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-justice-gives-update-on-meta-litigation-wins-and-whats-next/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced for robbing four banks]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;An Albuquerque man will spend more than a decade in prison for carrying out multiple robberies. Between January 2024 and July 2025, Daniel Guliford committed four armed bank robberies in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, stealing more than $140,000 in the process. Guliford pleaded guilty to four counts of bank robbery with a dangerous [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-robbing-four-banks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-robbing-four-banks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tensions flare as activists fear plan to clean Albuquerque retention basin would bury animals alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; As flood control workers were set to fill a retention pond near Sagebrush Church on Coors Tuesday, what's living inside that pond, from turtles to frogs and beavers, sparked community outcry. Bystanders confronted the Albuquerque Metro Arroyo Flood Control Authority, saying their effort addressing mosquito and trash concerns would also kill a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tensions-flare-as-activists-fear-plan-to-clean-albuquerque-retention-basin-would-bury-animals-alive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tensions-flare-as-activists-fear-plan-to-clean-albuquerque-retention-basin-would-bury-animals-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico could see increase in revenue ahead of upcoming legislative session but projections remain volatile]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Volatility, uncertainty, but also some positive news, that's what lawmakers heard on Wednesday about New Mexico's money situation. A key factor at play is the impact of the war with Iran on oil prices. State financial managers said the state can likely expect a boost of more than $924 million in the next [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-could-see-increase-in-revenue-ahead-of-upcoming-legislative-session-but-projections-remain-volatile/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-could-see-increase-in-revenue-ahead-of-upcoming-legislative-session-but-projections-remain-volatile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group of New Mexico lawmakers call for transparency &amp; guardrails on AI technology used in classrooms]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A controversial AI program being used by young students in public schools across New Mexico is pushing a group of lawmakers to call for more transparency and oversight. From raving reviews to strong criticism, the AI learning software, Amira, used in New Mexico schools to help students kindergarten through 2nd grade with their [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/group-of-new-mexico-lawmakers-call-for-transparency-amp-guardrails-on-ai-technology-used-in-classrooms/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/group-of-new-mexico-lawmakers-call-for-transparency-amp-guardrails-on-ai-technology-used-in-classrooms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storms return Thursday afternoon with near record heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated to scattered storms will continue across New Mexico through Wednesday evening. Storms in western and central New Mexico will be slow-moving but fairly short-lived, with strong wind gusts possible. Strong to severe storms may also move southeast across eastern New Mexico, bringing a risk of large hail, strong winds and locally heavy rain. Outflow [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storms-return-thursday-afternoon-with-near-record-heat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storms-return-thursday-afternoon-with-near-record-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PNM customers may see delayed or larger bill as company experiences shortages in meter readers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; If you're waiting on your next PNM bill, don't be surprised if it shows up late and possibly bigger than you're used to. PNM said a shortage of meter readers is creating the hold-up. "They're walking neighborhoods. They walk so much, literally every single day. And they're out there every single day [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-customers-may-see-delayed-or-larger-bill-as-company-experiences-shortages-in-meter-readers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-customers-may-see-delayed-or-larger-bill-as-company-experiences-shortages-in-meter-readers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some of New Mexico's notable wing shops, according to Yelp]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; It's about time for football to start back. An ideal addition to the game? Wings, of course. New Mexico has plenty of places to grab a plate. Here are some notable spots across the Land of Enchantment, as according to Yelp. Check the list out online.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-of-new-mexicos-notable-wing-shops-according-to-yelp/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-of-new-mexicos-notable-wing-shops-according-to-yelp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frijoles Fire officials share more about security incident over the weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Frijoles Fire officials are offering new details on the search for two people who recently showed up at a fire camp, threatening firefighters. Firefighters were caught off guard on August 21 after two people showed up at a Frijoles Fire crew's campsite, uninvited. It&rsquo;s now led to bolstered security as the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-officials-share-more-about-security-incident-over-the-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-officials-share-more-about-security-incident-over-the-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local organizations and city leaders address ICE presence in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A handful of local organizations and city leaders gathered Wednesday to address the presence of ICE in Albuquerque. Each expressed concerns about racial profiling, constitutional principles, and public safety complications. "What happened in Santa Fe last week is a reminder of the fear that federal immigration tactics and enforcement can create here [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-organizations-and-city-leaders-address-ice-presence-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-organizations-and-city-leaders-address-ice-presence-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect dead after police shooting in Alamogordo]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police is investigating a police shooting that left a suspect dead in Alamogordo. Details are extremely limited, but it happened on Alamo Avenue. Officers are okay. This is a developing story; KRQE News 13 will provide updates as they become available]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-dead-after-police-shooting-in-alamogordo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-dead-after-police-shooting-in-alamogordo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of multiple burglaries in Albuquerque will stay behind bars]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A suspected serial burglar will be held behind bars until trial after police said he stole nearly a thousand dollars' worth of shrimp. Albuquerque Police said Fabian Uriate-Soto is a "serial burglar," linked to at least seven business burglaries since June. Police said Soto has been going to restaurants and stealing alcohol, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-multiple-burglaries-in-albuquerque-will-stay-behind-bars/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-multiple-burglaries-in-albuquerque-will-stay-behind-bars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water rescues are down in Albuquerque so far in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Data from Albuquerque Fire Rescue shows that water rescues are down so far this year compared to previous years. AFR flood channel and river rescue responses by year: The fire department attributed the decrease to a lack of water in the Rio Grande due to low snowpack, and also a "dissapointing" monsoon [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-rescues-are-down-in-albuquerque-so-far-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/water-rescues-are-down-in-albuquerque-so-far-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Autism Society New Mexico hosts inclusive screening of 'Coyote vs. Acme']]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The Autism Society New Mexico is hosting an inclusive viewing for the upcoming release of "Coyote vs. Acme" on Saturday. The screening will be held at Mitchell Theaters Starlight 8 in Los Lunas starting at 11 am.To ensure the comfort of everyone attending, lights will stay dimmed, sound will be lowered and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/autism-society-new-mexico-hosts-inclusive-screening-of-coyote-vs-acme/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/autism-society-new-mexico-hosts-inclusive-screening-of-coyote-vs-acme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque man sentenced for distributing child sex material]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; An Albuquerque man was sentenced to prison on Wednesday for distributing photos and videos of children being sexually abused. In July 2025, Willey thought he was meeting a 12-year-old girl for sex. Instead, he was met by undercover deputies from the Bernalillo County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office, who arrested Willey, according to Bernalillo County [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-distributing-child-sex-material/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-man-sentenced-for-distributing-child-sex-material/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APS invites teachers, community members to review math textbooks]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Public Schools has invited teachers and members of the school community to review and provide input on math textbooks for students in grades K-12. The district plans to purchase textbooks that are "culturally and linguistically relevant and that provide rich, diverse and engaging content," the APS website stated. The school district also [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aps-invites-teachers-community-members-to-review-math-textbooks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aps-invites-teachers-community-members-to-review-math-textbooks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moisture increases with temperatures remain above average]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eastern New Mexico will see another round of strong to severe storms this afternoon. High temperatures will once again climb within a few degrees of record highs. Another active afternoon is expected Thursday. Drier weather will quickly move back into New Mexico Friday, leaving fewer storm chances mainly over the higher elevations into the weekend. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-increases-with-temperatures-remain-above-average/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/moisture-increases-with-temperatures-remain-above-average/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union announces $20K grant program for New Mexico educators]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union will award a total of $20,000 in grants to educators throughout New Mexico as part of its 2026 enrichEd Classroom Grant Program. The program aims to provide public and charter school educators with funding for classroom activities, educational resources, or implementing new curriculum like financial literacy. &ldquo;With [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-eagle-federal-credit-union-announces-20k-grant-program-for-new-mexico-educators/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/us-eagle-federal-credit-union-announces-20k-grant-program-for-new-mexico-educators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge looks to remove feral horses over environmental concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[SOCORRO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge officials are looking to remove feral horses from the property due to environmental concerns. Officials say that because of drought, overgrazing, and overpopulation, they're looking to remove the feral horses humanely. They plan on doing this by corralling the horses using hay, and then safely taking them [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sevilleta-national-wildlife-refuge-looks-to-remove-feral-horses-over-environmental-concerns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sevilleta-national-wildlife-refuge-looks-to-remove-feral-horses-over-environmental-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County to hold burial ceremony for indigent, unclaimed residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bernalillo County is inviting the community to its annual burial ceremony for indigent and unclaimed residents. The burial will take place on Thursday, Sept. 3, at 9:30 a.m. at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. Community members are invited to attend and help honor those who passed without family able [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-to-hold-burial-ceremony-for-indigent-unclaimed-residents/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-to-hold-burial-ceremony-for-indigent-unclaimed-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part of Alameda Boulevard in Albuquerque to undergo widening project]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Drivers in northeast Albuquerque can expect to see some traffic changes starting Thursday, as Alameda Boulevard between Rich Court and Barstow Street will undergo some upgrades. The project by the City&rsquo;s Department of Municipal Development is meant to "improve traffic flow, walkability and drainage in the area." According to the city, Westbound [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/part-of-alameda-boulevard-in-albuquerque-to-undergo-widening-project/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/part-of-alameda-boulevard-in-albuquerque-to-undergo-widening-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[United Airlines unveils major international expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[United Airlines will add 10 new destinations next year &mdash; the largest international expansion in the Chicago-based company&rsquo;s nearly 100-year history.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/united-airlines-unveils-major-international-expansion/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/united-airlines-unveils-major-international-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happens to Dolly Parton's estate and philanthropy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[No public announcements have been made about plans to distribute Parton's estate, though it's expected it will be used toward her philanthropic efforts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-happens-to-dolly-partons-estate-and-philanthropy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-happens-to-dolly-partons-estate-and-philanthropy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dana Goldberg brings the Southwest FunnyFest back to Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; A nationally recognized comedian will be making a return to her hometown of Albuquerque for a special event that blends comedy, community and impact. Dana Goldberg and her Southwest FunnyFest is coming to the KiMo Theater on October 9. The event will feature Goldberg, along with a powerhouse lineup of LGBTQ+ comedians. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dana-goldberg-brings-the-southwest-funnyfest-back-to-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dana-goldberg-brings-the-southwest-funnyfest-back-to-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tim Curry, star of 'Rocky Horror' and 'It,' dead at 80: Reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tim Curry, the British actor whose long career included a cult role in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," has died, multiple news outlets report. He was 80 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tim-curry-star-of-rocky-horror-and-it-dead-at-80-reports/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tim-curry-star-of-rocky-horror-and-it-dead-at-80-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tim Curry, star of 'Rocky Horror' and 'It,' dead at 80]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tim Curry, the British actor whose long career included a cult role in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," has died. He was 80 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tim-curry-star-of-rocky-horror-and-it-dead-at-80/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tim-curry-star-of-rocky-horror-and-it-dead-at-80/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cesar Chavez renaming update, Child welfare system, Storms and warm weather, Manzano fires, Race for governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] ABQ gives update on renaming Cesar Chavez public sites - Almost&nbsp;six months after allegations of sexual abuse&nbsp;came out against labor rights icon Cesar Chavez, his name can still be found on local streets and buildings. The city has been holding public meetings to discuss the renaming process. It [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cesar-chavez-renaming-update-child-welfare-system-storms-and-warm-weather-manzano-fires-race-for-governor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cesar-chavez-renaming-update-child-welfare-system-storms-and-warm-weather-manzano-fires-race-for-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What would permeant daylight saving time look like for New Mexico?; Beyond the Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; If New Mexico "ditched the switch" and daylight saving time (DST) became permanent, the most noticeable difference would be during the winter. In Albuquerque the latest sunrise would occur at 8:15 in the morning, which would happen at the beginning of January. In this episode of Beyond the Forecast Chief Meteorologist Grant [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-would-permeant-daylight-saving-time-look-like-for-new-mexico-beyond-the-forecast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-would-permeant-daylight-saving-time-look-like-for-new-mexico-beyond-the-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What would permanent daylight saving time look like for New Mexico?; Beyond the Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; If New Mexico "ditched the switch" and daylight saving time (DST) became permanent, the most noticeable difference would be during the winter. In Albuquerque the latest sunrise would occur at 8:15 in the morning, which would happen at the beginning of January. In this episode of Beyond the Forecast Chief Meteorologist Grant [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-would-permanent-daylight-saving-time-look-like-for-new-mexico-beyond-the-forecast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-would-permanent-daylight-saving-time-look-like-for-new-mexico-beyond-the-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storms and mild weather in northeast New Mexico, but hot around the state]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty rain may be present in some western, central, to eastern mountainous areas to the northeast corner of New Mexico, but most are rain-free with relatively mild air. Some high-level clouds and low-level clouds are present with the aftermath of yesterday's storms sending low-level moisture in place in more areas of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storms-and-mild-weather-in-northeast-new-mexico-but-hot-around-the-state/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storms-and-mild-weather-in-northeast-new-mexico-but-hot-around-the-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances increase Wednesday, Thursday with near record heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will increase across parts of New Mexico Wednesday and Thursday. Even with the better chance for rain, near-record high temperatures will continue. Strong and severe storms developed across northeast New Mexico Tuesday afternoon. Spotty showers and storms have also developed across western and northern New Mexico. Showers and storms will continue to gradually [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-wednesday-thursday-with-near-record-heat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-wednesday-thursday-with-near-record-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County creates resource to help vulnerable people during natural disasters]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bernalillo County has a new trailer meant to help vulnerable people during natural disasters. The county's Emergency Management Department created the Warehouse on Wheels after seeing how challenging the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire was for people with functional needs. The 24-foot trailer comes with wheelchairs, sleeping cots, walkers, hearing aids, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-creates-resource-to-help-vulnerable-people-during-natural-disasters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-creates-resource-to-help-vulnerable-people-during-natural-disasters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM Football season opener nears - Lobos welcome season ticket holders behind the scenes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The countdown is officially on. With just 10 days remaining until New Mexico football opens its 2026 season against Central Michigan at University Stadium, Head Coach Jason Eck and the Lobos gave season ticket holders an exclusive look inside the program Tuesday night. Fans were invited to take part in a behind-the-scenes [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-season-opener-nears-lobos-welcome-season-ticket-holders-behind-the-scenes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-season-opener-nears-lobos-welcome-season-ticket-holders-behind-the-scenes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Lt. Governor reflects on impact Dolly Parton's reading program has left on the state]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;For millions of children around the world, a love of reading can start with something as simple as a book, and in New Mexico, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library put those books directly into the hands of kids, at no cost to their families. Founded in 1995, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library sends children a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lt-governor-reflects-on-impact-dolly-partons-reading-program-has-left-on-the-state/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lt-governor-reflects-on-impact-dolly-partons-reading-program-has-left-on-the-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque gives update on renaming Cesar Chavez public sites]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Almost six months after allegations of sexual abuse came out against labor rights icon Cesar Chavez, his name can still be found on local streets and buildings. On Tuesday, the City of Albuquerque gave an update on changing the signs, including a potential name idea. It was a name that once brought pride [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-gives-update-on-renaming-cesar-chavez-public-sites/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-gives-update-on-renaming-cesar-chavez-public-sites/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico child welfare system could launch after nine-year delay and millions in added costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; How can we better track child abuse cases in New Mexico? A new system is set to be active in the state. It has taken nine years and millions of dollars more than expected. The Legislative Finance Committee evaluated and was updated on the new tracking system this week. The 30-year-old system [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-child-welfare-system-could-launch-after-nine-year-delay-and-millions-in-added-costs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-child-welfare-system-could-launch-after-nine-year-delay-and-millions-in-added-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Pius Sartans football is headed to California for a game]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The St. Pius Sartans hope to get more eyes on their football program in the future, and that includes outside of the state of New Mexico. The Sartans will take a 1-0 record on the road to Holtville, California, Friday to play a game against the Holtville Vikings. "How it started for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/st-pius-sartans-football-is-headed-to-california-for-a-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/st-pius-sartans-football-is-headed-to-california-for-a-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of fatal road rage shooting in Albuquerque to stay in jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man charged in a deadly road shooting in northwest Albuquerque last week will remain behind bars. Police said that Victor Rivera-Jimenez and Corsinio Martinez got into an altercation while driving along Unser Blvd. when Jimenez pulled a gun and shot into Martinez's vehicle, causing him to crash. Martinez died on scene. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-fatal-road-rage-shooting-in-albuquerque-to-stay-in-jail/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-fatal-road-rage-shooting-in-albuquerque-to-stay-in-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman who killed her baby in New Mexico pleads guilty to murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[GRANT COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A mother who admitted to killing her baby in New Mexico has pled guilty to murder. In December 2025, Grants County deputies said Madeline Daly was on the run from Wyoming after she kidnapped her 11-month-old son. Deputies said they found Daly at an RV outside of Silver City, where she [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-who-killed-her-baby-in-new-mexico-pleads-guilty-to-murder/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-who-killed-her-baby-in-new-mexico-pleads-guilty-to-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defense and space technology company expands business in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A space security company is making good on a promise to expand in Albuquerque. The defense and space technology company BlackVie Inc. cut the ribbon on Tuesday on their new headquarters off Gibson, near Carlisle. The 30,000-square-foot facility is in the Maz Q development on the north side of Kirtland Air Force [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/defense-and-space-technology-company-expands-business-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/defense-and-space-technology-company-expands-business-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Groundbreaking held for nuclear fusion facility in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The next big step in nuclear fusion to New Mexico is now underway. On Tuesday, in Albuquerque's Mesa Del Sol community, policymakers and scientists gathered as ground broke on a demonstration center built by energy company Pacific Fusion. The billion-dollar, privately funded facility aims to research and eventually provide the state with [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/groundbreaking-held-for-nuclear-fusion-facility-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/groundbreaking-held-for-nuclear-fusion-facility-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances increase across New Mexico Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will increase across parts of New Mexico Wednesday and Thursday. Even with the better chance for rain, near-record high temperatures will continue. Strong and severe storms have developed across northeast New Mexico Tuesday afternoon. They are part of a line of thunderstorms extending south toward the Sacramento Mountains. These storms will continue moving [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-across-new-mexico-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-across-new-mexico-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent poll shows Deb Haaland with commanding lead for New Mexico Governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The countdown is on for gubernatorial candidates Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull as the November 3 election day closes in. "What I believe very strongly is that we absolutely need to invest in our communities," said Deb Haaland, Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate, during a forum. "What we have to focus on is, 'How [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/independent-poll-shows-deb-haaland-with-commanding-lead-for-new-mexico-governor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/independent-poll-shows-deb-haaland-with-commanding-lead-for-new-mexico-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman who went viral in Albuquerque road rage case to remain behind bars]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque mother who went viral for smashing another driver's window with a baseball bat in front of her kids will remain behind bars. Witness video captured the suspect, Jenipher Lewis, getting out of her car and taking a bat to the back window of a white pickup truck in the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-who-went-viral-in-albuquerque-road-rage-case-to-remain-behind-bars/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-who-went-viral-in-albuquerque-road-rage-case-to-remain-behind-bars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hillcrest Park Zoo in Clovis hosts name auction for two fennec foxes]]></title><description><![CDATA[CLOVIS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Hillcrest Park Zoo in Clovis is asking for the public's help in choosing the name of two animals. The zoo is hosting an auction, where individuals and businesses can bid to name these two fennec foxes. The auction wraps up next Monday. Bids can be submitted at this link.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hillcrest-park-zoo-in-clovis-hosts-name-auction-for-two-fennec-foxes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hillcrest-park-zoo-in-clovis-hosts-name-auction-for-two-fennec-foxes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Train derails in Santa Rosa]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Santa Rosa Fire Department said roughly 18 rail cars are off the tracks after a train derailment by the golf course on Tuesday. They said hazmat has not been released, and crews are checking individual containers. People are asked to avoid the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/train-derails-in-santa-rosa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/train-derails-in-santa-rosa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe homeless shelter to keep city funding for street outreach program]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A contract between Santa Fe and the city's largest homeless shelter will remain in place despite recent concerns over securing funding for one of its key programs. Santa Fe Mayor Michael Garcia previously sought to end funding to certain programs hosted by the Agape House, including its street outreach, or LOVE, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-homeless-shelter-to-keep-city-funding-for-street-outreach-program/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-homeless-shelter-to-keep-city-funding-for-street-outreach-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Cruces police report decline in auto burglaries compared to 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A new report shows vehicle theft is on the decline in Las Cruces, but police say more work needs to be done to keep it that way. Through July of this year, Las Cruces police say 321 vehicle burglaries were reported, as opposed to 525 reported in the same time span [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-police-report-decline-in-auto-burglaries-compared-to-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-police-report-decline-in-auto-burglaries-compared-to-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State-run substance abuse inpatient treatment center opens in Las Vegas]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The long-awaited state-run Epi-Duran Substance Abuse Treatment Center is now open in Las Vegas. This, as the state has been working to tackle the drug epidemic in New Mexico. The facility was renovated from an unoccupied state-owned building right across the street from the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute. It now [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-run-substance-abuse-inpatient-treatment-center-opens-in-las-vegas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-run-substance-abuse-inpatient-treatment-center-opens-in-las-vegas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Star Gazing: Astronomical events to look out for in September]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; September is right around the corner. That means the start of fall, a harvest moon, astronomical festivals, and more. Here's what stargazing fans in New Mexico can look forward to next month. Neptune at Opposition Fall Equinox The Moon Stars and Constellations Information sourced from Flandrau Science Center &amp; Planetarium. Harvest Moon [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-star-gazing-astronomical-events-to-look-out-for-in-september/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-star-gazing-astronomical-events-to-look-out-for-in-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes pour in following death of Tennessee icon Dolly Parton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans and celebrities alike are sending their condolences after the family of Dolly Parton took to social media to announce the superstar's death on Tuesday, Aug. 25.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tributes-pour-in-following-death-of-tennessee-icon-dolly-parton/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tributes-pour-in-following-death-of-tennessee-icon-dolly-parton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue 2 Fire burn scar reforestation planting wraps up for 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Reforestation planting efforts in the Blue 2 Fire burn scar located in the Lincoln National Forest have been completed for the year. The lightning-caused fire burned nearly 8,000 acres eight miles north of Ruidoso in 2024. This year, U.S. Forest Service crews planted 40,000 Ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir seedlings over 300 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blue-2-fire-burn-scar-reforestation-planting-wraps-up-for-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blue-2-fire-burn-scar-reforestation-planting-wraps-up-for-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for machete attack in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A Santa Fe man was taken into custody after allegedly attacking another man with a machete. Ramon Garcia, 48, claimed he was threatened by a man outside of his apartment at Thunderbird Inn, according to Santa Fe Police. Garcia then grabbed a machete from his home, returned outside, and then cut [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-arrested-for-machete-attack-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-arrested-for-machete-attack-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who shot and killed teen on UNM campus takes a plea deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;John Fuentes, 19, has taken a plea deal for a shooting on the&nbsp;University of New Mexico&rsquo;s campus that left a&nbsp;14-year-old dead and a 19-year-old injured. In July 2025, Michael Lamotte, 14, was shot and killed inside a dorm room on UNM's campus and Daniel Archuleta, 19, was injured. Lamotte's half-brother, Zion Miera was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-shot-and-killed-teen-on-unm-campus-takes-a-plea-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-shot-and-killed-teen-on-unm-campus-takes-a-plea-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local coffee shop, Sandia Labs collaborate on new way to roast coffee]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;There's more than just quantum computing, nuclear science and national defense at Sandia National Labs. Many of their clients are in the private sector, including one of their latest experiments and how it might improve on one of the most popular beverages on earth. Michael Sweeny is the founder and owner of Michael [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-coffee-shop-sandia-labs-collaborate-on-new-way-to-roast-coffee/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-coffee-shop-sandia-labs-collaborate-on-new-way-to-roast-coffee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Social Security recipients need to remember this important date]]></title><description><![CDATA[As millions of Americans continue to feel the sting of high grocery and fuel prices, retirees &mdash; and those who rely on&nbsp;Social Security &mdash; are particularly vulnerable. But more money could be on the way soon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/social-security-recipients-need-to-remember-this-important-date/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/social-security-recipients-need-to-remember-this-important-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Places that have been renamed during Trump's second term]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump said renaming Lake Ontario is under "serious consideration." It wouldn't be the first place renamed during his second term.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/places-that-have-been-renamed-during-trumps-second-term/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/places-that-have-been-renamed-during-trumps-second-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mysterious odor diverts international flight from Chicago]]></title><description><![CDATA[An unidentified odor that caused some passengers to experience eye irritation, nausea and headaches forced a flight in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean to divert for an emergency landing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mysterious-odor-diverts-international-flight-from-chicago/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mysterious-odor-diverts-international-flight-from-chicago/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BCSO deputy involved in shooting in southwest Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The Bernalillo County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office responded to a deputy-involved shooting Tuesday afternoon. Deputies responded to the area of Gonzales Road SW and 64th Street SW. No deputies were injured. The Multi-Agency Task Force has initiated an investigation. This is a developing story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bcso-deputy-involved-in-shooting-in-southwest-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bcso-deputy-involved-in-shooting-in-southwest-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dolly Parton has died, family announces: 'She will always love you']]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;May God bless Dolly Parton, and may God bless you all. She will always love you."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dolly-parton-has-died-family-announces-she-will-always-love-you/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dolly-parton-has-died-family-announces-she-will-always-love-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dolly Parton has died, family announces]]></title><description><![CDATA[The country music icon was 80 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dolly-parton-has-died-family-announces/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dolly-parton-has-died-family-announces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House fire in northwest Albuquerque displaces 3 people, 4 pets]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Three people, along with their pets, were displaced from a home following a fire in northwest Albuquerque Tuesday morning, Albuquerque Fire Rescue announced. AFR firefighters were dispatched to 12202 Eric Ct NW at 9:53 a.m. for a fire in a two story dewlling. Crews were able to bring the fire under control [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/house-fire-in-northwest-albuquerque-displaces-3-people-4-pets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/house-fire-in-northwest-albuquerque-displaces-3-people-4-pets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain chances increase through the middle of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A weak backdoor cold front will move into northeastern New Mexico this afternoon, increasing rain chances along and east of the central mountain chain. Another very hot afternoon is expected, with more records likely. Storms this afternoon will help push moisture farther west, increasing storm chances across central New Mexico Wednesday afternoon. Despite the better [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-chances-increase-through-the-middle-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-chances-increase-through-the-middle-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD investigates infant death in North Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Albuquerque Police detectives are investigating the death of an infant reported at a home in the North Valley. Officers were called to the home, located in the 600 block of Aztec Rd., N.W., around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, and Albuquerque Fire Rescue personnel confirmed the infant was deceased. Detectives with APD&rsquo;s Crimes Against [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-investigates-infant-death-in-north-valley/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-investigates-infant-death-in-north-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Rhythm Fest celebrates Latin music, dance and culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The 'In Rhythm Fest' is taking over Albuquerque August 28 - 30. The event celebrates Latin music, dance and culture. The three-day event features a lineup of Latin dance styles, live music, workshops, performances and social dancing. Whether you are a seasoned dancer, a beginner, or simply enjoy music, all are welcome [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/in-rhythm-fest-celebrates-latin-music-dance-and-culture/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/in-rhythm-fest-celebrates-latin-music-dance-and-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH: Florida paramedic jumps from helicopter in attempt to save fisherman's life]]></title><description><![CDATA[A flight paramedic was captured jumping into a Florida lake over the weekend in an attempt to save a fisherman's life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-florida-paramedic-jumps-from-helicopter-in-attempt-to-save-fishermans-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-florida-paramedic-jumps-from-helicopter-in-attempt-to-save-fishermans-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two measles-related deaths become Pennsylvania's first in 35 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deaths appear to be the nation's first of 2026, which has already been marred by dozens of measles outbreaks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-measles-related-deaths-become-pennsylvanias-first-in-35-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-measles-related-deaths-become-pennsylvanias-first-in-35-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[9/11 victim identified 25 years later with new forensic technique]]></title><description><![CDATA[The terrorist attack killed 2,753 people in New York City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/911-victim-identified-25-years-later-with-new-forensic-technique/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/911-victim-identified-25-years-later-with-new-forensic-technique/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic 'Anne Frank Tree' at World Trade Center is sick, but getting help]]></title><description><![CDATA["It's in bad shape, and it needs help."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/historic-anne-frank-tree-at-world-trade-center-is-sick-but-getting-help/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/historic-anne-frank-tree-at-world-trade-center-is-sick-but-getting-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thyroid medication recalled nationwide due to possible 'superpotency' issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pharmaceutical company is recalling 3,655 thyroid tablets sold nationwide because they could be more potent than usual and may bring about health issues for people who use them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thyroid-medication-recalled-nationwide-due-to-possible-superpotency-issue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/thyroid-medication-recalled-nationwide-due-to-possible-superpotency-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with forging Chief Justice John Roberts’ signature, impersonating NSA agent]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man is facing federal charges over allegations that he impersonated a federal officer on several occasions and forged Chief Justice John Roberts&rsquo; signature on fabricated Indiana court documents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-charged-with-forging-chief-justice-john-roberts-signature-impersonating-nsa-agent/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-charged-with-forging-chief-justice-john-roberts-signature-impersonating-nsa-agent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump: French language not a factor in Canada trade talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Canada&rsquo;s French language requirements are not a factor in the escalating trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa, contradicting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-french-language-not-a-factor-in-canada-trade-talks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-french-language-not-a-factor-in-canada-trade-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LIVE: NHC monitoring 2 systems with chance for development | Tracking the Tropics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two systems in the Atlantic could develop over the next couple of days, the National Hurricane Center announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-nhc-monitoring-2-systems-with-chance-for-development-tracking-the-tropics/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/live-nhc-monitoring-2-systems-with-chance-for-development-tracking-the-tropics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is double tropical trouble brewing in the Atlantic? | Tracking the Tropics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two systems in the Atlantic could develop over the next couple of days, the National Hurricane Center announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/is-double-tropical-trouble-brewing-in-the-atlantic-tracking-the-tropics/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/is-double-tropical-trouble-brewing-in-the-atlantic-tracking-the-tropics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is CTE, and how many former NFL players have been diagnosed with it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[So far, the degenerative brain disease has only been diagnosed after a person's death.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-cte-and-how-many-former-nfl-players-have-been-diagnosed-with-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-cte-and-how-many-former-nfl-players-have-been-diagnosed-with-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump eyes changing Lake Ontario name amid trade war with Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump said Tuesday that his administration is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America, amid the trade war between the U.S. and Canada.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-eyes-changing-lake-ontario-name-amid-trade-war-with-canada/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-eyes-changing-lake-ontario-name-amid-trade-war-with-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Triathlon coach recovering after alligator bite during Savannah River training swim]]></title><description><![CDATA[NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) &mdash; A triathlon coach is recovering after he says an alligator bit him while he was training with athletes in the Savannah River near North Augusta. Jonathan Bruney says he and a group of athletes entered the river near SRP Park on Sunday morning to practice the swim course for the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/triathlon-coach-recovering-after-alligator-bite-during-savannah-river-training-swim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/triathlon-coach-recovering-after-alligator-bite-during-savannah-river-training-swim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report kept from residents now revealed, shows toxic levels in East Palestine]]></title><description><![CDATA[East Palestine residents participating in a class-action settlement say lawyers&nbsp;suppressed their expert&rsquo;s environmental report to convince them to take the money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/report-kept-from-residents-now-revealed-shows-toxic-levels-in-east-palestine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/report-kept-from-residents-now-revealed-shows-toxic-levels-in-east-palestine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Water Authority offers affordable way to plant trees]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Fall planting season is coming up. If you're looking for an affordable way to plant a tree, the water authority has a program in mind. The "Treebate Program" offers customers up to 25% rebate on the purchase and installation of qualifying low/medium-water-use trees. The cap is $100 per year, and over 160 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-water-authority-offers-affordable-way-to-plant-trees/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-water-authority-offers-affordable-way-to-plant-trees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[54th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta coming October 3 - 11]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The 54th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is coming October 3 - 11. The multi-day event brings hundreds of thousands of visitors to Albuquerque each year. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta executive director Julie Morgas Baca said this year's event will feature 550 balloons and pilots coming from 18 different countries. Of those 550 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/54th-albuquerque-international-balloon-fiesta-coming-october-3-11/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/54th-albuquerque-international-balloon-fiesta-coming-october-3-11/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[32nd Annual Toby Wright Memorial Golf Tournament benefits Kids' Chance of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Sandia Golf Club will be hosting the 32nd annual Toby Wright Memorial Golf Tournament, benefitting the nonprofit Kids' Chance of New Mexico. The tournament will be held Thursday, September 10. Kids' Chance of New Mexico is a program that provides scholarships for post-secondary education to children whose families have suffered a decline [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/32nd-annual-toby-wright-memorial-golf-tournament-benefits-kids-chance-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/32nd-annual-toby-wright-memorial-golf-tournament-benefits-kids-chance-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Crime Stoppers seeks whereabouts of 'serial burglary offender']]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help with locating a man whom they referred to as a "serial burglary offender." Fabian Uriate-Soto has allegedly targeted multiple businesses along Menual Boulevard NE. He is currently unhoused but known to stay in the Uptown area, according to Crime Stoppers. Uriate-Soto has five [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-crime-stoppers-seeks-whereabouts-of-serial-burglary-offender/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-crime-stoppers-seeks-whereabouts-of-serial-burglary-offender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I am pretty sure I saved lives': Woman accused of leading New Mexico police on car chase]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It started as an erratic driver in Lea County earlier this month, but it quickly evolved into a wild chase, almost hitting vehicles head-on and taking officers off-road. Once law enforcement caught up to the female driver, she claimed to be a hero. It started on August 12, just after 3 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-am-pretty-sure-i-saved-lives-woman-accused-of-leading-new-mexico-police-on-car-chase/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-am-pretty-sure-i-saved-lives-woman-accused-of-leading-new-mexico-police-on-car-chase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officials identify Frijoles Fire crew member who died following medical emergency]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Federal wildland fire officials have identified the wildland fire support crew member who died following a medical emergency on the Frijoles Fire in northern New Mexico on Sunday. Randy Lupe, 62, of the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation in Arizona, was a U.S. Wildland Fire Service temporary emergency support crewmember on the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-identify-frijoles-fire-crew-member-who-died-following-medical-emergency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/officials-identify-frijoles-fire-crew-member-who-died-following-medical-emergency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who stabbed guest at Albuquerque hotel pleads guilty]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man who pretended to be an Albuquerque hotel employee and then stabbed a guest pleaded guilty to the crime. Lorenzo Valdez was scheduled to go on trial this week, but stopped the proceedings and pleaded guilty to aggravated battery and aggravated burglary, according to Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman. In [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-stabbed-guest-at-albuquerque-hotel-pleads-guilty/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-stabbed-guest-at-albuquerque-hotel-pleads-guilty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada expected to announce retaliatory tariffs on Tuesday ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada is expected to unveil retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. on Tuesday, following President Donald Trump&rsquo;s new threats to escalate the trade war between the two countries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/canada-expected-to-announce-retaliatory-tariffs-on-tuesday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/canada-expected-to-announce-retaliatory-tariffs-on-tuesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder charge, Family speaks out, Widespread heat, Albuquerque sinkhole, Burro racing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] Woman with criminal history accused of murder again after being released - Three years after being charged with murder, but found incompetent to stand trial, an Albuquerque woman is once again accused of killing someone. Geraldine Begay, 52, is accused of stabbing a woman. She was arrested arrested [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/murder-charge-family-speaks-out-widespread-heat-albuquerque-sinkhole-burro-racing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/murder-charge-family-speaks-out-widespread-heat-albuquerque-sinkhole-burro-racing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Crypto ATM Debate: New Mexicans Losing Millions]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Crypto or Bitcoin ATMs are everywhere, including laundromats and grocery stores across New Mexico. But as scammers increasingly use cryptocurrency to steal money from victims, cities and states are taking a closer look at the machines. New Mexicans reported millions in cryptocurrency fraud losses last year, and Albuquerque City Councilors are now [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-crypto-atm-debate-new-mexicans-losing-millions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-crypto-atm-debate-new-mexicans-losing-millions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abnormally hot with more rain ahead around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty rain may be present in a few western to northern mountainous areas to the northeast corner of New Mexico, but most are rain-free with relatively mild air. Some high-level clouds and low-level clouds are present with some low-level moisture in place in some northern to northeastern communities with mostly calm [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abnormally-hot-with-more-rain-ahead-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abnormally-hot-with-more-rain-ahead-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances increase, but the near record heat continues across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stretch of record heat will continue through this week across parts of New Mexico. Storm chances will stay isolated, bringing only a few areas some relief from the heat. A few thunderstorms popped up, mainly across western, northern, and east-central New Mexico Monday afternoon. The heat is still the big story, with several record [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-but-the-near-record-heat-continues-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-but-the-near-record-heat-continues-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McKinley County Sheriff's Office offers look at first grappler deployment during chase]]></title><description><![CDATA[MCKINLEY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A wanted man that deputies said they've chased before. This time, they weren't going to give him the chance to get away. KRQE News 13 showed you the first-ever deployment of a new crime-fighting weapon in McKinley County that, until today, the McKinley County Sheriff's Office didn't even want suspects to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mckinley-county-sheriffs-office-offers-look-at-first-grappler-deployment-during-chase/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mckinley-county-sheriffs-office-offers-look-at-first-grappler-deployment-during-chase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman with criminal history accused of murder again in Albuquerque after being released]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; She is a woman highlighted in a Larry Barker investigation. Three years ago, she was charged with murder, but later found incompetent to stand trial; now she is once again accused of killing someone. Last Friday, Albuquerque Police responded to a call about a stabbing at the French Quarter Apartments on Palomas [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-with-criminal-history-accused-of-murder-again-in-albuquerque-after-being-released/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-with-criminal-history-accused-of-murder-again-in-albuquerque-after-being-released/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crews battle two fires in the Manzano Mountains]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Crews are battling two different wildfires in the Manzano Mountains. The Cerro Fire and Blanco Fire are each about 10 acres in size and burning timber and mixed conifer. Multiple agencies have responded to the fires. Cerro Fire: Blanco Fire:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-battle-two-fires-in-the-manzano-mountains/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-battle-two-fires-in-the-manzano-mountains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunset Fire burns in the Lincoln National Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Crews are battling the Sunset Fire in the Lincoln National Forest. The fire, which is estimated to have burned about 111 acres, is lightning-caused and 0% contained. Helicopters are helping crews battle the fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sunset-fire-burns-in-the-lincoln-national-forest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sunset-fire-burns-in-the-lincoln-national-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Applications open for upcoming vacant Rio Rancho City Council seat]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Rio Rancho officials are looking to fill a vacancy on Rio Rancho City Council after District 2 councilor Jeremy Lenentine announced his resignation. Lenentine will leave his position on November 12, with his successor serving a term set to end in spring 2028. Applications to take on the council seat opened [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/applications-open-for-upcoming-vacant-rio-rancho-city-council-seat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 03:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/applications-open-for-upcoming-vacant-rio-rancho-city-council-seat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat continues all week for parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stretch of record heat will continue through this week across parts of New Mexico. Storm chances will stay isolated, bringing only a few areas some relief from the heat. A few thunderstorms have popped up, mainly across western and northern New Mexico Monday afternoon. The heat is still the big story, with several record [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-all-week-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-all-week-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 years later: Community still mourns the loss of Victoria Martens]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It would have been her 20th birthday. Instead, 10 years after the gruesome murder of Victoria Martens, the community still gathers every year to mourn her loss. For 10 years, a tree at Mariposa Basin Park has been a place to remember a girl who never got the chance to grow up. People [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/10-years-later-community-still-mourns-the-loss-of-victoria-martens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/10-years-later-community-still-mourns-the-loss-of-victoria-martens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Pack Burros experiences successful race season as popularity increases]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The organization New Mexico Pack Burros holds burro races every year, and just held their first in Ruidoso over the weekend. They said it went so well they plan to hold races there for years to come. For six years now, burro racing has taken over the Land of Enchantment. Originating in Fairplay, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-pack-burros-experiences-successful-race-season-as-popularity-increases/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-pack-burros-experiences-successful-race-season-as-popularity-increases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Supreme Court puts key Project Jupiter hearing on hold]]></title><description><![CDATA[DO&Ntilde;A ANA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In the past 24 hours, there have been two major changes in a high-stakes decision tied to the "Project Jupiter" data center as the New Mexico Supreme Court has stepped in, and a key player in the process is stepping away. A Santa Fe advocacy group that asked the state [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-puts-key-project-jupiter-hearing-on-hold/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-puts-key-project-jupiter-hearing-on-hold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian killed in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Saint Francis Drive in Santa Fe is back open Monday evening after being shut down for several hours during a traffic investigation. Santa Fe police said a pedestrian was struck and killed at the intersection of Saint Francis Drive and W. San Mateo Road. The incident closed the northbound lanes of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-killed-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pedestrian-killed-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['She was my everything': Loved ones remember 22-year-old stabbed to death at Albuquerque apartment]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Heartbreak and shock: a family is grappling with the loss of a 22-year-old who was killed over a trivial dispute at an Albuquerque apartment. As she flipped through the pages of a photo album full of memories, mother Maria Rodriguez faces the pain of what she's lost. "She wasn't just my daughter. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/she-was-my-everything-loved-ones-remember-22-year-old-stabbed-to-death-at-albuquerque-apartment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/she-was-my-everything-loved-ones-remember-22-year-old-stabbed-to-death-at-albuquerque-apartment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former New Mexico lawmaker convicted of fraud appears ready to take plea deal in state case]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; After her convictions on dozens of federal charges, it appears former state Representative Sheryl Williams Stapleton plans to plead guilty to state charges. A federal grand jury found Stapleton guilty ten days ago, after she stole millions of dollars meant for Albuquerque students while working as an administrator for Albuquerque Public Schools. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-lawmaker-convicted-of-fraud-appears-ready-to-take-plea-deal-in-state-case/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-new-mexico-lawmaker-convicted-of-fraud-appears-ready-to-take-plea-deal-in-state-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man faces up to 25 years in prison for fatal shooting in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man accused of shooting and killing someone while he was at work could face more than two decades behind bars. Last year, police said Christian Elycio and Edward Nicholas were arguing at the Blake's on Rio Grande in Albuquerque before the manager told Nicholas to leave. Later, surveillance video showed Elycio [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-faces-up-to-25-years-in-prison-for-fatal-shooting-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-faces-up-to-25-years-in-prison-for-fatal-shooting-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doña Ana Community College receives large grant to support STEM learning]]></title><description><![CDATA[DO&Ntilde;A ANA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Do&ntilde;a Anna Community College is now one of 20 colleges across the nation to receive a grant worth nearly $500,000 in support of STEM education. The US National Science Foundation provided the funds for the college's development and excellence through DELTA grants. DELTA is designed to strengthen lower-level math and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doa-ana-community-college-receives-large-grant-to-support-stem-learning/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/doa-ana-community-college-receives-large-grant-to-support-stem-learning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Servicemember aboard USS Lincoln decries father’s ICE detention]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sailor onboard the USS Abraham Lincoln on Saturday said his father was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/servicemember-aboard-uss-lincoln-decries-fathers-ice-detention/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/servicemember-aboard-uss-lincoln-decries-fathers-ice-detention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3rd person dies from flesh-eating bacteria in Florida]]></title><description><![CDATA[At least two deaths caused by Vibriosis have been reported each year in Florida since 2017.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3rd-person-dies-from-flesh-eating-bacteria-in-florida/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/3rd-person-dies-from-flesh-eating-bacteria-in-florida/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lsquo;Radical' has become the political word of the summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[As campaigns prepare for the crucial fall stretch ahead of the midterm elections, the word &ldquo;radical&rdquo; is being slung against candidates on both sides of the aisle.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lsquoradical-has-become-the-political-word-of-the-summer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lsquoradical-has-become-the-political-word-of-the-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Development possible for 2 systems in the Atlantic: National Hurricane Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Development is possible for two disturbances in the Atlantic this week, the National Hurricane Center announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/development-possible-for-2-systems-in-the-atlantic-national-hurricane-center/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/development-possible-for-2-systems-in-the-atlantic-national-hurricane-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[El-Sayed weighs in on Piker controversy: 'Nobody speaks for this campaign besides me'&nbsp;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed weighed in on the blowback from far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker's comments about a House candidate in the Great Lakes State, stating "nobody speaks for this campaign besides me and my campaign spokespeople."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/el-sayed-weighs-in-on-piker-controversy-nobody-speaks-for-this-campaign-besides-menbsp/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/el-sayed-weighs-in-on-piker-controversy-nobody-speaks-for-this-campaign-besides-menbsp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sinkhole repair on Menaul expected to take several days]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Repairs on Menaul near University are expected to take several days after a sewer collapse caused a sinkhole Sunday night. The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Utility Water Authority said there is about 200 feet of pipe that needs to be replaced, and it will impact Menaul for several days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sinkhole-repair-on-menaul-expected-to-take-several-days/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sinkhole-repair-on-menaul-expected-to-take-several-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State invests $3 million into University of New Mexico's quantum research]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The state is investing $3 million into the University of New Mexico's Quantum New Mexico Institute. The state economic development department signed an agreement with UNM that aims to grow New Mexico's position as a national leader in quantum innovation. The $3 million investment will increase the support staff and research capacity [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-invests-3-million-into-university-of-new-mexicos-quantum-research/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-invests-3-million-into-university-of-new-mexicos-quantum-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMSP investigate shooting involving Curry County Sheriff's Office]]></title><description><![CDATA[CURRY COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police is investigating a shooting involving the Curry County Sheriff's Office. NMSP said the shooting happened Sunday around 12:26 p.m. near 5th St. and Merriwether St. in Clovis. Police said a white Cadillac Escalade was following a white Ford pickup. The Ford pickup was driving to the Clovis [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsp-investigate-shooting-involving-curry-county-sheriffs-office/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsp-investigate-shooting-involving-curry-county-sheriffs-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat continues across parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drier weather has moved into the state today, although isolated afternoon storms will remain possible, mainly over the western and northern mountains and nearby areas. The heat will continue to be the biggest story, with record and near-record highs possible every day this week across parts of New Mexico. Moisture will begin to increase once [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-across-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-across-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque expands Inclusive Swim Hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque&rsquo;s Department of Youth&nbsp;and&nbsp;Family Services&nbsp;and the Parks &amp; Recreation Department are expanding access to free weekly Inclusive Swim Hours. The city said the program provides a dedicated time for&nbsp;people&nbsp;with disabilities as well as&nbsp;their families and caregivers to enjoy the pool&nbsp;more easily. &ldquo;The City is&nbsp;removing barriers and making sure&nbsp;everyone here&nbsp;knows [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-expands-inclusive-swim-hours/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-expands-inclusive-swim-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County Clerk&rsquo;s Office reveals winners of 2026 'I Voted' Sticker Contest]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Bernalillo County Clerk&rsquo;s Office has selected 12 winning designs from the 2026 &ldquo;I Voted&rdquo; Sticker Contest in partnership with Albuquerque Public Schools. The contest drew 500 submissions from APS students in grades K&ndash;12, with original artwork inspired by the theme &ldquo;Voting Is Your Superpower.&rdquo; The twelve winning designs will serve as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-clerkrsquos-office-reveals-winners-of-2026-i-voted-sticker-contest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-clerkrsquos-office-reveals-winners-of-2026-i-voted-sticker-contest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free well water testing available to Mountainair residents on Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOUNTAINAIR, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Residents in Mountainair using private well water can get samples tested for free this Saturday. The New Mexico Environment Department and the department of health are hosting the free event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mountainair Sunflower Festival. Testing usually costs $150 per sample, but it's free to the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-well-water-testing-available-to-mountainair-residents-on-saturday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-well-water-testing-available-to-mountainair-residents-on-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fast-moving wildfire threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some 42,000 residents have been ordered evacuated as the &ldquo;GO NOW&rdquo; zone expanded, reaching the edge of the University of Nevada.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fast-moving-wildfire-threatens-reno-nevada-forcing-thousands-to-evacuate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fast-moving-wildfire-threatens-reno-nevada-forcing-thousands-to-evacuate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque promotes availability of early learning programs]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque has spots open for its early learning programs for kids ages 3 to 5.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-promotes-availability-of-early-learning-programs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-promotes-availability-of-early-learning-programs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bubonicon returns for 57th year in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Bubinicon is New Mexico's longest-running &nbsp;Sci-Fi &amp; Fantasy literary and arts convention. The event took place over the weekend at The Albuquerque Marriott Uptown. From meeting world renowned authors to dressing up like your favorite fictional character, there was something for everyone at the event. This year's theme was androids, robots, droids and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bubonicon-returns-for-57th-year-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bubonicon-returns-for-57th-year-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Wheels Legends Tour makes a stop in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;For the first time, the Hot Wheels Legends Tour made a stop in Albuquerque on Saturday. the tour is a global competition celebrating custom car culture. The event began in 2018 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the popular toy, Hot Wheels. Now, it features more than 100 standout builds from across the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-wheels-legends-tour-makes-a-stop-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-wheels-legends-tour-makes-a-stop-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 killed, three injured in crash on I-40 west in Torrance County]]></title><description><![CDATA[TORRANCE COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; One person was killed and three others were critically injured in two separate crashes on I-40 west in Torrance County Sunday night. The City of Moriarty Fire Department, which assisted the Torrance County Fire Department, said crews were called to the crashes in the area of the 193 mile marker on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-killed-three-injured-in-crash-on-i-40-west-in-torrance-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-killed-three-injured-in-crash-on-i-40-west-in-torrance-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vehicle crash into northwest Albuquerque building results in fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A vehicle that crashed into a northwest Albuquerque building Monday morning resulted in a fire, according to Albuquerque Fire Rescue. AFR said at 3:07 a.m., crews were dispatched to 4516 2nd Street NW for a vehicle crash and fire in a large workshop building at the same address. Fire crews were able to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vehicle-crash-into-northwest-albuquerque-building-results-in-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/vehicle-crash-into-northwest-albuquerque-building-results-in-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque treatment centers partner for recovery softball game]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Residents looking to help those struggling with substance abuse have thought of a new way to help recovering addicts get their bodies moving. Saturday, two Albuquerque treatment centers got together at Grant Middle School for a friendly softball game. Organizers said they the treatment centers "Perfectly Imperfect" and "Vibe" decided to team [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-treatment-centers-partner-for-recovery-softball-game/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-treatment-centers-partner-for-recovery-softball-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frijoles Fire, Doctor retention, Record heat, Murder charge, Las Vegas water odor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] Frijoles Fire officials confirm death of incident support crew member - Sunday, emergency personnel received reports of a medical emergency at the site of the blaze. One person was taken to a local hospital, where they later died. The forest service said the person was an incident support [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-doctor-retention-record-heat-murder-charge-las-vegas-water-odor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-doctor-retention-record-heat-murder-charge-las-vegas-water-odor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque stabbing victim dies from her injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque woman was arrested Friday in connection to a stabbing. Police now say 52-year-old Geraldine Begay is accused of murder after the victim died Sunday. Begay originally faced a charge of aggravated battery, but that charge has been upgraded. Police said 59-year-old Crystal Markum was stabbed in the shoulder at the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-stabbing-victim-dies-from-her-injuries/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-stabbing-victim-dies-from-her-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tessa Jones takes on her journey as a travel content creator; The Influencers]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Today's episode of The Influencers, digital producer Mercedes Gonzales-Bazan invites Tessa Jones, @tessa_traverses, across social media, into the studio. Jones shares how she started posting content and how her profiles evolved through the years. She highlights her favorite travel destinations across the globe and the must-see getaways throughout New Mexico. During the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tessa-jones-takes-on-her-journey-as-a-travel-content-creator-the-influencers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tessa-jones-takes-on-her-journey-as-a-travel-content-creator-the-influencers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Stick 2026 – Week 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four schools go head-to-head in this fierce match to determine who has the most&nbsp;SPIRIT.&nbsp;The winning school will be featured on&nbsp;New Mexico Friday Night Football&nbsp;with their fully decked-out&nbsp;Spirit Stick. Spread the word &ndash; whoever gets the most votes receives the Spirit Stick! You have a chance to vote hourly each week, beginning Monday at 6 a.m. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-stick-2026-week-2/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-stick-2026-week-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat for some in New Mexico &amp; isolated storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty rain may be present in a few western to northern mountainous areas, but most are rain-free with relatively mild air. Some high-level clouds and low-level clouds are present with some low-level moisture in place in northern communities with northwesterly winds for most, while southerly winds are a bit breezy in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-for-some-in-new-mexico-amp-isolated-storms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-for-some-in-new-mexico-amp-isolated-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Medical Board gives update on law looking to combat doctor shortage]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; As concerns surrounding doctors leaving New Mexico continue, lawmakers are checking in with the state's medical board on one of the recent laws passed looking to combat the shortage. Are doctors leaving the state of New Mexico in droves? That's the question lawmakers have been wrestling with, calling the state's doctor shortage a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-medical-board-gives-update-on-law-looking-to-combat-doctor-shortage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-medical-board-gives-update-on-law-looking-to-combat-doctor-shortage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Vegas addresses resident concerns about unusual odor coming from tap water]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Las Vegas residents say their tap water has a pungent smell, describing it as "fishy" or "earthy." Some have resorted to using bottled water for drinking, cooking, and even bathing due to their concerns. City officials say the water is safe to drink, and the odor they're experiencing does not make [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-vegas-addresses-resident-concerns-about-unusual-odor-coming-from-tap-water/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-vegas-addresses-resident-concerns-about-unusual-odor-coming-from-tap-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Village of Los Padillas protest water transfer to Belen]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash;&nbsp;A neighborhood in the South Valley is taking action to prevent a water transfer from happening, which they say would leave residents with no water for irrigation. For over 400 years, generations in the Village of Los Padillas have relied on a local water source to irrigate their properties. That could change, after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/village-of-los-padillas-protest-water-transfer-to-belen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/village-of-los-padillas-protest-water-transfer-to-belen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United moves atop Western Conference after draw with Loudoun United FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;New Mexico United's historic unbeaten run continues, and despite settling for a draw against Loudoun United FC, the result moved the club to the top of the Western Conference standings. The match went the distance without either side finding the breakthrough, as Loudoun turned in one of its strongest defensive performances of the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-moves-atop-western-conference-after-draw-with-loudoun-united-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-moves-atop-western-conference-after-draw-with-loudoun-united-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bella Hines returns home to host first basketball camp for young athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;Bella Hines is giving back to the community and program that helped shape her basketball career. The former Albuquerque standout recently hosted her first-ever basketball camp, working directly with young athletes and sharing some of the lessons that helped her reach the Division I level. Hines, who recently transferred to TCU, returned home [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bella-hines-returns-home-to-host-first-basketball-camp-for-young-athletes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bella-hines-returns-home-to-host-first-basketball-camp-for-young-athletes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It just felt like home': No. 7-ranked 2027 shooting guard Brandon Mason Jr. commits to Xavier]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;An Albuquerque basketball standout is headed to the Musketeers. Brandon Mason Jr., the No. 7-ranked shooting guard in the 2027 national class, has officially committed to Xavier, announcing his decision ahead of his senior season at Link Academy. The Albuquerque native announced his commitment on X, just days after visiting the Xavier campus. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/it-just-felt-like-home-no-7-ranked-2027-shooting-guard-brandon-mason-jr-commits-to-xavier/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/it-just-felt-like-home-no-7-ranked-2027-shooting-guard-brandon-mason-jr-commits-to-xavier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter and drier weather move into New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[High pressure continued to bring record and near-record temperatures across New Mexico this weekend. The area of high pressure has shifted into eastern New Mexico today, pulling more monsoon moisture into western and northern parts of the state. This has kept isolated to scattered storm chances around this afternoon. Drier weather will move in heading [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-and-drier-weather-move-into-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-and-drier-weather-move-into-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat continues for large parts of New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[High pressure continued to bring record and near-record temperatures across New Mexico this weekend. The area of high pressure has shifted into eastern New Mexico today, pulling more monsoon moisture into western and northern parts of the state. This has kept isolated to scattered storm chances around this afternoon. Drier weather will move in heading [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-for-large-parts-of-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-for-large-parts-of-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No more sunsets before 5 p.m.? How permanent daylight saving would change winter]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sunset after 7 p.m. in winter? That could be the reality for some.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-more-sunsets-before-5-pm-how-permanent-daylight-saving-would-change-winter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/no-more-sunsets-before-5-pm-how-permanent-daylight-saving-would-change-winter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat sticks around with storms this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning and welcome to a new week! Seasonable to mild temperatures have settled into the Land of Enchantment with lows reaching the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Today our temperatures are expected to reach the 80s, 90s and 100s with another day of near record heat. Yesterday, some locations just missed out on those record [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-sticks-around-with-storms-this-week/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-sticks-around-with-storms-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Federal judge rules against Trump's 75-country visa ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[A federal judge ruled against the Trump administration&rsquo;s pause on issuing visas to immigrants from 75 countries on Friday.In a 61-page decision, U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas found that this policy was &ldquo;contrary to law&rdquo; and was &ldquo;in excess&rdquo; of Secretary of State Marco Rubio&rsquo;s legal authority.The visa pause order was announced by [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/federal-judge-rules-against-trumps-75-country-visa-ban/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 03:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/federal-judge-rules-against-trumps-75-country-visa-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chinese humanoid robots smash human records in 100m sprint and high jump at Beijing robot games]]></title><description><![CDATA[BEIJING (AP) &mdash; Chinese humanoid robots broke records set by humans, including beating Usain Bolt's 100-meter sprint world record, on the opening day of the Olympics-like World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing on Saturday. More than 2,000 humanoid robots were participating in the event, the organizer said. The five-day games, now in its second year, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/chinese-humanoid-robots-smash-human-records-in-100m-sprint-and-high-jump-at-beijing-robot-games/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/chinese-humanoid-robots-smash-human-records-in-100m-sprint-and-high-jump-at-beijing-robot-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cases of 'scromiting' condition tied to cannabis use spike among teens, young adults: New study]]></title><description><![CDATA[The syndrome has long been linked to chronic use of marijuana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cases-of-scromiting-condition-tied-to-cannabis-use-spike-among-teens-young-adults-new-study/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cases-of-scromiting-condition-tied-to-cannabis-use-spike-among-teens-young-adults-new-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cursive is making a comeback. But does it deserve one?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not everyone is convinced cursive deserves a comeback tour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cursive-is-making-a-comeback-but-does-it-deserveone/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cursive-is-making-a-comeback-but-does-it-deserveone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worried about flesh-eating bacteria? These are the warning signs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's how to protect yourself and identify the early signs of an infection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/worried-about-flesh-eating-bacteria-these-are-the-warning-signs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/worried-about-flesh-eating-bacteria-these-are-the-warning-signs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is a 'chip-bag sandwich'? Viral deli item explained&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;It blew up. We couldn&rsquo;t really keep up with it,&rdquo; the co-owner of the deli behind the creation says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-a-chip-bag-sandwich-viral-deli-item-explainednbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-a-chip-bag-sandwich-viral-deli-item-explainednbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workplace surveillance: Do you know how your employer is keeping tabs on you?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of employers are keeping tabs on the whereabouts, productivity and communications of workers with technology that was adopted widely during the coronavirus pandemic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/workplace-surveillance-do-you-know-how-your-employer-is-keeping-tabs-on-you/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/workplace-surveillance-do-you-know-how-your-employer-is-keeping-tabs-on-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada rejects US terms for trade deal as 50 percent tariffs take effect]]></title><description><![CDATA[(The Hill) - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pulled his country&rsquo;s negotiators from trade talks with the U.S. on Friday evening, just hours before the Trump administration&rsquo;s new round of tariffs were set to go into effect.&nbsp; This decision followed weeks of intense negotiations between the two nations over President Trump&rsquo;s proposed 50 percent tariffs [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/canada-rejects-us-terms-for-trade-deal-as-50-percent-tariffs-take-effect/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/canada-rejects-us-terms-for-trade-deal-as-50-percent-tariffs-take-effect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another round of monsoon storms, heat for Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning! It's another mild morning in the Land of Enchantment. Temperatures have fallen to the 50s, 60s, and 70s for the majority of the state. In the Albuquerque Metro low temperatures are in the 60s and 70s with calmer conditions setting in after gusty outflows winds whipped through the metro last night. Saturday's forecast [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-round-of-monsoon-storms-heat-for-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-round-of-monsoon-storms-heat-for-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday Night Football 2026: Week 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Another week of high school football is in the books, and Friday Night Football takes a look at some of the biggest action from around New Mexico. The Cleveland Storm, the reigning back-to-back state champions, highlighted this week's action as they faced the Centennial Hawks in our Game of the Week. Cleveland's offense [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-2026-week-1/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-2026-week-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stretch of record heat begins this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated storm chances will continue this weekend across parts of New Mexico. The heat will stick around into next week, with record and near-record high temperatures possible every day in parts of the state. Showers and storms have again developed across New Mexico Friday afternoon, mainly over the mountains before slowly drifting into the lower [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/stretch-of-record-heat-begins-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/stretch-of-record-heat-begins-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food truck in Rio Rancho caters to dogs]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's a one-of-a-kind food truck with all kinds of treats, but none are for people. Instead, a new food truck in Rio Rancho is focused on canine customers. It's called Bark Bar, and the owners believe the truck is the first of its kind in the state. Chad and Megan Rutter [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/food-truck-in-rio-rancho-caters-to-dogs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/food-truck-in-rio-rancho-caters-to-dogs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico mother sues Meta after daughter was killed on a livestream]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;After a man killed a woman and live-streamed it on Facebook, the victim's mother is now suing the social media company, saying they're also responsible for her death. "No mother should have to have to watch their daughter die for two and a half hours, three hours. I am forever tormented," said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-mother-sues-meta-after-daughter-was-killed-on-a-livestream/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-mother-sues-meta-after-daughter-was-killed-on-a-livestream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isotopes players learn sign language from students at Albuquerque Sign Language Academy]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Players with the Albuquerque Isotopes got to learn sign language on Friday. Students from the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy taught players how to sign their names and even learn Take Me Out to the Ballgame. Friday's event was preparation for the team's American Sign Language Night happening September 4. During next month's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isotopes-players-learn-sign-language-from-students-at-albuquerque-sign-language-academy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 04:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isotopes-players-learn-sign-language-from-students-at-albuquerque-sign-language-academy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prosecutors ask for suspect in viral Albuquerque road rage incident to stay in jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Prosecutors are asking for the woman arrested for a viral road rage incident to be kept behind bars until trial. Albuquerque police arrested Jenipher Lewis after they said she was caught on camera smashing the rear window of a pickup truck with a baseball bat Tuesday near Wyoming and Constitution. Seconds later, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prosecutors-ask-for-suspect-in-viral-albuquerque-road-rage-incident-to-stay-in-jail/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 04:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prosecutors-ask-for-suspect-in-viral-albuquerque-road-rage-incident-to-stay-in-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge grants temporary gun restrictions against man accused of threatening neighbor in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A judge has granted temporary gun restrictions for the Albuquerque man accused of frightening a Westside neighborhood with a rifle. Kenneth Bair was charged with harassment, aggravated stalking, and assault after prosecutors said he was seen with a rifle and a sidearm, making threats to his neighbor, who works as an Albuquerque [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-grants-temporary-gun-restrictions-against-man-accused-of-threatening-neighbor-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-grants-temporary-gun-restrictions-against-man-accused-of-threatening-neighbor-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Gallup stops livestreams of meetings after threats made online]]></title><description><![CDATA[GALLUP, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Threats posted online have prompted the City of Gallup to stop livestreams of its meetings. The city said the threats targeted city employees, elected officials, and infrastructure, ranging from arson and property damage to threats to individuals. Local police, New Mexico State Police, and the FBI are investigating the posts. People will [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-gallup-stops-livestreams-of-meetings-after-threats-made-online/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-gallup-stops-livestreams-of-meetings-after-threats-made-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protesters gather in Santa Fe as state moves key Project Jupiter hearing forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Over 100 protestors gathered at the New Mexico Environment Department in Santa Fe. They claim a key permit for Project Jupiter near Santa Teresa is being unjustly sped up behind closed doors. Water and emissions concerns are at the center of the debate over Project Jupiter, which is being built across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/protesters-gather-in-santa-fe-as-state-moves-key-project-jupiter-hearing-forward/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/protesters-gather-in-santa-fe-as-state-moves-key-project-jupiter-hearing-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat, storm chances continue across parts of New Mexico through next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated storm chances will continue this weekend across parts of New Mexico. The heat will stick around into next week, with record and near-record high temperatures possible every day in parts of the state. Showers and storms have again developed across New Mexico Friday afternoon, mainly over the mountains before slowly drifting into the lower [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-storm-chances-continue-across-parts-of-new-mexico-through-next-week/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-storm-chances-continue-across-parts-of-new-mexico-through-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico wildlife experts share insight on 'Roadless Rule' being repealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; More areas in national forests could soon be opened up for road construction. This is because the Department of Agriculture is now moving forward to reverse the so-called &ldquo;Roadless Rule.&rdquo; The Trump administration is wanting to change the rule that has been in effect for 25 years. This means forests could [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-experts-share-insight-on-roadless-rule-being-repealed/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-experts-share-insight-on-roadless-rule-being-repealed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man involved in Taos County murder sentenced to more than 4 decades in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The family of United States Army veteran Matthew McLaughlin, who was killed last year, addressed the court in Taos about their horrific loss and the added pain of knowing that it was his own friends who took his life. "No parent should ever have to write a victim impact statement; we're [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-involved-in-taos-county-murder-sentenced-to-more-than-4-decades-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-involved-in-taos-county-murder-sentenced-to-more-than-4-decades-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black &amp; Yellow Report: New Mexico United eyes 100th league win against Loudoun United FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash;New Mexico United's historic run continues to be the focus of this week's edition of the Black &amp; Yellow Report as the club looks to add another milestone to its record-breaking stretch. Sports Director Van Tate breaks down United's latest victory over FC Tulsa, which marked the club's first win over Tulsa since [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-amp-yellow-report-new-mexico-united-eyes-100th-league-win-against-loudoun-united-fc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-amp-yellow-report-new-mexico-united-eyes-100th-league-win-against-loudoun-united-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some of the big events happening in New Mexico in September]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; September is a big month. Labor Day weekend, the start of fall, the last quarter of the year, and hopefully, some colder temperatures. And if you're in New Mexico, there's festivals, fairs, and way more in store. Scroll to find what's waiting for the Land of Enchantment next month. Ruidoso Oktoberfest (Sept. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-of-the-big-events-happening-in-new-mexico-in-september/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/some-of-the-big-events-happening-in-new-mexico-in-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New 'The Green Book' exhibit in Albuquerque highlights stories of African Americans on Route 66]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Thousands of people hit the open road when Route 66 was born as a way to move and travel freely across the country. But for African Americans, it was also a dangerous trip. "Route 66 meant for a lot of African Americans a combination of freedom and fear," City of Albuquerque Public [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-the-green-book-exhibit-in-albuquerque-highlights-stories-of-african-americans-on-route-66/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-the-green-book-exhibit-in-albuquerque-highlights-stories-of-african-americans-on-route-66/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County welcomes new mascot named 'Bernie']]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; Expect to see a new face proudly representing Bernalillo County - the county's newest team member, Bernie. He's the designated "Spokes-sheep." Bernie was a little small before, but now he's a fully-fleeced living mascot. Bernie has an Instagram page.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-welcomes-new-mascot-named-bernie/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-welcomes-new-mascot-named-bernie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico lawmakers look to overhaul tax on alcohol]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico's alcohol-related death rate has been nearly twice the national rate for two decades. Hoping to change the outlook, lawmakers are looking again at revamping how alcohol is taxed. Lawmakers have repeatedly failed to pass bills for years aimed at changing the alcohol tax. The last was in 1993. This time, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-look-to-overhaul-tax-on-alcohol/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-look-to-overhaul-tax-on-alcohol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Department of Wildlife honored for work on wildlife crossing project]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is being recognized for its work protecting drivers and wild animals throughout the state through an ongoing initiative. The New Mexico Wildlife Corridors Action Plan restores vital habitat connections for animals such as mule deer. That's why the Mule Deer Foundation awarded the department for its [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-wildlife-honored-for-work-on-wildlife-crossing-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-wildlife-honored-for-work-on-wildlife-crossing-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ BioPark to host 'Reptiles After Hours' event on Sept. 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Albuquerque BioPark is getting ready to host their "Reptiles After Hours" event, but first, they want you to meet someone - Igor, the Grand Cayman blue iguana. Igor is part of an international species survival plan to protect his endangered species. He's participating in breeding and educational program alongside his reptile [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-to-host-reptiles-after-hours-event-on-sept-3/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-to-host-reptiles-after-hours-event-on-sept-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent explains ex-NMSU player's absence from sexual assault trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - The agent of former New Mexico State University men's basketball player -- Deshawndre Washington -- is speaking out and clarifying why his client did not show up for his jury trial, where he faces several sexual assault charges from an alleged hazing incident during the 2022-2023 season. "Deshawndre Washington's plan [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/agent-explains-ex-nmsu-players-absence-from-sexual-assault-trial/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/agent-explains-ex-nmsu-players-absence-from-sexual-assault-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[155 citations issued by police at NMSU on first day of fall semester]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Las Cruces and&nbsp;New&nbsp;Mexico&nbsp;State&nbsp;University&nbsp;police teamed together Wednesday for a traffic safety operation that resulted in 155 citations being handed out during a three-hour period. The operation took place on Wednesday, which marked the first day of classes for the 2026 fall semester. Officers from both police departments conducted the traffic enforcement operation [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/155-citations-issued-by-police-at-nmsu-on-first-day-of-fall-semester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/155-citations-issued-by-police-at-nmsu-on-first-day-of-fall-semester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free entrance will be available at these 2 National Parks in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Carlsbad Caverns and White Sands National Parks in New Mexico will be free to enter for one day next week as part of National Park Week. The week will run Aug. 22&ndash;30, celebrating&nbsp;the&nbsp;110th&nbsp;birthday of the&nbsp;National Park Service&nbsp;and the&nbsp;250th&nbsp;anniversary&nbsp;of the United States. During National Park Week, parks across the nation will host patriotic [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-entrance-will-be-available-at-these-2-national-parks-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/free-entrance-will-be-available-at-these-2-national-parks-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trending hot this weekend with more storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! It has been a slow warmup this morning as cloud coverage has stuck around in Albuquerque and central New Mexico. Temperatures around 11 am were in the upper 70s in the Duke City while most of the metro has warmed up into the upper 80s. The heat will be around today with a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trending-hot-this-weekend-with-more-storms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trending-hot-this-weekend-with-more-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I knew I had to do it': 43-year-old Florida mother graduates 25 years later than expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreace Fields never thought she'd get the chance to graduate high school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-knew-i-had-to-do-it-43-year-old-florida-mother-graduates-25-years-later-than-expected/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-knew-i-had-to-do-it-43-year-old-florida-mother-graduates-25-years-later-than-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pentagon says more than 750 US service members wounded in Iran war]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Pentagon said more than 750 U.S. service members have been wounded since the war against Iran began in late February.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-says-more-than-750-us-service-members-wounded-in-iran-war/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pentagon-says-more-than-750-us-service-members-wounded-in-iran-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bear bites man camping near Red River]]></title><description><![CDATA[RED RIVER, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A man sustained non-life-threatening injuries Friday morning after being bitten by a bear while camping near Red River. The New Mexico Department of Wildlife said conservation officers are currently on the scene investigating the incident and securing the area. The department has issued a reminder to all residents and visitors to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bear-bites-man-camping-near-red-river/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bear-bites-man-camping-near-red-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The Emperor is a fan of Flock': Man dressed as Darth Vader endorses cameras at city council meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man dressed as Star Wars villain Darth Vader spoke during public comment at a San Diego City Council committee meeting on Wednesday to show tongue-in-cheek support of a stronger police force and the use of Flock cameras.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-emperor-is-a-fan-of-flock-man-dressed-as-darth-vader-endorses-cameras-at-city-council-meeting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-emperor-is-a-fan-of-flock-man-dressed-as-darth-vader-endorses-cameras-at-city-council-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[17-year-old pleads guilty to Las Cruces gun store burglary involving 5 other teens]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Third Judicial District Attorney Fernando Macias called the burglary of a Las Cruces gun store one of the "most egregious juvenile offenses his office is prosecuting," and now one of the teenage suspects has plead guilty to his role in the operation. On Nov. 22, 2025, at 2 a.m., six teenagers [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/17-year-old-pleads-guilty-to-las-cruces-gun-store-burglary-involving-5-other-teens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/17-year-old-pleads-guilty-to-las-cruces-gun-store-burglary-involving-5-other-teens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Fair hosts auditions for national anthem singers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The New Mexico State Fair is looking for talented performers to sing the national anthem this year. Both individual singers and small groups are welcome to audition. Performers will be selected by a judging committee, who are looking at the overall appeal of the performance, accuracy of lyrics and accuracy of melody. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-fair-hosts-auditions-for-national-anthem-singers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-fair-hosts-auditions-for-national-anthem-singers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First of its kind food pantry helping New Mexicans in need]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Deseret Farms Food Pantry is a community resource center dedicated to helping people and families navigate financial hardships, access resources and take steps toward stability. The food pantry serves people and families facing financial hardships, those at risk of homelessness and people returning to the community after incarceration. The pantry is sponsored [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-of-its-kind-food-pantry-helping-new-mexicans-in-need/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/first-of-its-kind-food-pantry-helping-new-mexicans-in-need/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SNAP enrollment dropping faster than expected. Here's why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enrollment in the biggest federally funded food aid program in the U.S. dropped by more than 13% in a 12-month span &mdash; a decline far steeper than the government estimated as work requirements and other provisions of President Donald Trump's &ldquo;big beautiful bill&rdquo; take hold.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/snap-enrollment-dropping-faster-than-expected-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/snap-enrollment-dropping-faster-than-expected-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Melania Trump jokes about her low profile in Rose Garden remarks]]></title><description><![CDATA[First lady Melania Trump poked fun at her low profile throughout her husband&rsquo;s second term during a White House event Thursday, making her first major public appearance since mid-July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/melania-trump-jokes-about-her-low-profile-in-rose-garden-remarks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/melania-trump-jokes-about-her-low-profile-in-rose-garden-remarks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida deputy fired after grabbing Target worker's necklace, making inappropriate comments: Sheriff's office]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Florida deputy was fired and arrested after he was caught on camera grabbing a Target employee's necklace and making inappropriate comments to her, the sheriff's office said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/florida-deputy-fired-after-grabbing-target-workers-necklace-making-inappropriate-comments-sheriffs-office/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/florida-deputy-fired-after-grabbing-target-workers-necklace-making-inappropriate-comments-sheriffs-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army plans to phase out drone unit championed by sacked general]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Army plans to phase out a drone unit that was studying and incorporating lessons from foreign wars, including the use of unnamed systems in the Russia-Ukraine war]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/army-plans-to-phase-out-drone-unit-championed-by-sacked-general/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/army-plans-to-phase-out-drone-unit-championed-by-sacked-general/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road rage arrest, Drug education, Hot weather, Possible housing, Adopt a business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] APD arrests driver of red SUV in viral road rage incident - It was a viral road rage incident caught on camera, and now one of the drivers involved has been arrested. Albuquerque police have arrested Jenipher Lewis in connection to the incident. Lewis can be seen leaving [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/road-rage-arrest-drug-education-hot-weather-possible-housing-adopt-a-business/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/road-rage-arrest-drug-education-hot-weather-possible-housing-adopt-a-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Los Penitentes and Healing Water: The history of Los Portales Shrine; New Mexico Strange]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Dating back to a land grant given to the original Spanish settlers the small village of Seboyeta New Mexico features an altar hidden in a cave, the shrine at Los Portales. This shrine has been a site of worship dating back centuries and is said to have springs near it with healing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-penitentes-and-healing-water-the-history-of-los-portales-shrine-new-mexico-strange/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-penitentes-and-healing-water-the-history-of-los-portales-shrine-new-mexico-strange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday Forecast: Heat, monsoon storms continue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Friday! We are closing in on the weekend, and this morning is mild, once again, in the Albuquerque Metro. Temperatures have fallen to the 70s, and 60s throughout the metro and across the state. Typically, for mid-August low temperatures are supposed to reach the mid to low 60s at the Sunport and, so far, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-forecast-heat-monsoon-storms-continue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-forecast-heat-monsoon-storms-continue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque plans to potentially redevelop empty plot of land move forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A plot of land near downtown Albuquerque, left empty for almost 70 years, is one step closer to a potential redevelopment. The city is eyeing land that sits on the corner of Lomas and Broadway, hoping it can be used for things like housing. The three-acres of land is currently classified as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-plans-to-potentially-redevelop-empty-plot-of-land-move-forward/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-plans-to-potentially-redevelop-empty-plot-of-land-move-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat continues for parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scattered storms developed once again this afternoon with more record and near record high temperatures. Another active monsoon day will return Friday afternoon as the heat continues. Slightly drier weather will start moving back into New Mexico again this weekend, however afternoon storm chances will return each day to the mountains and nearby areas. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charter plane carrying 8 crashes near remote radar site in western Alaska, NTSB says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two pilots and six passengers were aboard the aircraft, the NTSB says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/charter-plane-carrying-8-crashes-near-remote-radar-site-in-western-alaska-ntsb-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/charter-plane-carrying-8-crashes-near-remote-radar-site-in-western-alaska-ntsb-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 US Army Corps of Engineers workers among 8 killed in small plane crash in Alaska near radar site]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees were among eight killed in a&nbsp;small plane crash&nbsp;near the site of a remote aircraft-tracking radar in western Alaska, the U.S. military said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2-us-army-corps-of-engineers-workers-among-8-killed-in-small-plane-crash-in-alaska-near-radar-site/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/2-us-army-corps-of-engineers-workers-among-8-killed-in-small-plane-crash-in-alaska-near-radar-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury says The New York Times defamed Alabama basketball player with incorrect story about shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kai Spears, who played for the University of Alabama men&rsquo;s team, sued the Times in 2023&nbsp;after it published a report, citing a person familiar with the investigation, that indicated he was a passenger&nbsp;in a car&nbsp;involved in the shooting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-says-the-new-york-times-defamed-alabama-basketball-player-with-incorrect-story-about-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-says-the-new-york-times-defamed-alabama-basketball-player-with-incorrect-story-about-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM men's golf coach Harrington selected for GCAA Hall of Fame]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - The Golf Coaches Association of America class of 2026 includes UNM men's golf coach Jake Harrington. In his first three seasons at New Mexico Harrington has led UNM to two NCAA Championship appearances, three regionals, and two top 30 national rankings. Harrington was also named 2023-2024 Mountain West Coach of the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-golf-coach-harrington-selected-for-gcaa-hall-of-fame/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-mens-golf-coach-harrington-selected-for-gcaa-hall-of-fame/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Receivers shine in Lobos last scrimmage of fall camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - UNM football held the final scrimmage of fall camp Thursday with second year head coach Jason Eck looking to evaluate more players as he heads to finalizing a starting roster next week. Good plays were made on offense and defense. UNM backup quarterback from last season, James Laubstein, got the bulk [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/receivers-shine-in-lobos-last-scrimmage-of-fall-camp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/receivers-shine-in-lobos-last-scrimmage-of-fall-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DEA joins probe into Hayden Panettiere's death: Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Panettiere&nbsp;had spoken openly about her ongoing struggles with drugs and alcohol and debilitating chronic pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dea-joins-probe-into-hayden-panettieres-death-report/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 04:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dea-joins-probe-into-hayden-panettieres-death-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One person rescued from flooding ABQ arroyo, search continues for second]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; One person was rescued from a flooded arroyo in Albuquerque on Thursday evening. The search continues for a second individual who was reportedly also stuck in the flooding. AFR was dispatched to Four Hills Road SE at Rachel Road SE at about 6:30 p.m. An off-duty AFR firefighter who lives nearby was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/one-person-rescued-from-flooding-abq-arroyo-search-continues-for-second/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 04:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/one-person-rescued-from-flooding-abq-arroyo-search-continues-for-second/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One person rescued from flooded ABQ arroyo]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; One person was rescued from a flooded arroyo in Albuquerque on Thursday evening. The search continues for a second individual who was reportedly also stuck in the flooding. AFR was dispatched to Four Hills Road SE at Rachel Road SE at about 6:30 p.m. An off-duty AFR firefighter who lives nearby was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/one-person-rescued-from-flooded-abq-arroyo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 04:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/one-person-rescued-from-flooded-abq-arroyo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police department in Georgia investigating potential Flock System misuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGRANGE, Ga. (WRBL) &mdash; The LaGrange Police Department (LPD) is investigating a potential License Plate Recognition (LPR) system misuse between March and December 2025 involving one of their officers. According to LPD, their officers along with the City of LaGrange are currently working together to review the potential misuse. LPD Police Chief Garrett Fiveash has [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-department-in-georgia-investigating-potential-flock-system-misuse/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-department-in-georgia-investigating-potential-flock-system-misuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas Lt. Gov. Patrick wants to remove 'dirty books' from schools, points to teen sexual education graphic novel]]></title><description><![CDATA["We're coming for the books," Patrick said, stating that his actions aren't a ban on books.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-lt-gov-patrick-wants-to-remove-dirty-books-from-schools-points-to-teen-sexual-education-graphic-novel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-lt-gov-patrick-wants-to-remove-dirty-books-from-schools-points-to-teen-sexual-education-graphic-novel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seattle Times sports columnist resigns over spiked trans athlete story]]></title><description><![CDATA["I no longer felt like I could properly do my job as a columnist."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seattle-times-sports-columnist-resigns-over-spiked-trans-athlete-story/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/seattle-times-sports-columnist-resigns-over-spiked-trans-athlete-story/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 900 visas revoked related to birth tourism, U.S. Department of State says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birth tourism has become a hotly debated issue over the summer. President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Aug. 6 to end birth tourism.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-900-visas-revoked-related-to-birth-tourism-us-department-of-state-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-900-visas-revoked-related-to-birth-tourism-us-department-of-state-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Americans' drinking remains at record low: poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[Americans' drinking remains at historically low levels with a survey released Thursday reporting the lowest levels of alcohol consumption among Americans in its history, dating back to 1939.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/americans-drinking-remains-at-record-low-poll/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/americans-drinking-remains-at-record-low-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A look at how APD's Adopt a Business Program is helping fight crime]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Looking to give Albuquerque business owners peace of mind in the face of the city's crime problem, APD is trying something different: pairing up businesses with officers. "We feel good because it has been a huge deterrent and it's just a sense of security for myself and my team,&rdquo; said The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-look-at-how-apds-adopt-a-business-program-is-helping-fight-crime/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-look-at-how-apds-adopt-a-business-program-is-helping-fight-crime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Police Department arrests driver of red SUV in viral road rage incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; It was a viral road rage incident caught on camera, and now one of the drivers involved has been arrested. Albuquerque police have arrested Jenipher Lewis in connection to the incident. Lewis can be seen leaving her car with a baseball bat, then hitting the back window of a truck before returning to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-department-arrests-driver-of-red-suv-in-viral-road-rage-incident/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-department-arrests-driver-of-red-suv-in-viral-road-rage-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies following bear attack in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A man died after he was attacked by a bear in Crystal, New Mexico, on Thursday afternoon, according to the Navajo Police Department Window Rock District. Multiple agencies responded to the attack at about 1 p.m. today. Police say the bear was shot and wounded by law enforcement before it fled into [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-dies-following-bear-attack-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-dies-following-bear-attack-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump lifts summer gasoline restrictions early as prices remain stubborn]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration is ending summertime smog restrictions on gasoline early this year in a bid to offer relief for high prices at the pump.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-lifts-summer-gasoline-restrictions-early-as-prices-remain-stubborn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-lifts-summer-gasoline-restrictions-early-as-prices-remain-stubborn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Near record to record heat continue across the state into next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scattered storms have been developing once again this afternoon with more record and near record high temperatures. Another active monsoon day will return Friday afternoon as the heat continues. Slightly drier weather will start moving back into New Mexico again this weekend, however afternoon storm chances will return each day to the mountains and nearby [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-to-record-heat-continue-across-the-state-into-next-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-to-record-heat-continue-across-the-state-into-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how Walmart is using $2.9B in tariff refunds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walmart says it's doubling down on lower prices with its $2.9 billion tariff refund.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heres-how-walmart-is-using-29b-in-tariff-refunds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heres-how-walmart-is-using-29b-in-tariff-refunds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 people stabbed at California's Thunder Valley Casino, suspect arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man stabbed five people Wednesday night at Thunder Valley Casino Resort Northern California officials said. None of the injuries were life-threatening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-people-stabbed-at-californias-thunder-valley-casino-suspect-arrested/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/5-people-stabbed-at-californias-thunder-valley-casino-suspect-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho considers potential changes to city election processes]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Just one of seven New Mexico municipalities to run its own election, Rio Rancho is now looking at changes after a record setting mayoral runoff. The Rio Rancho city clerk brought up a couple of ideas for changing how it runs an election,including possibly getting rid of voter ID, and changing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-considers-potential-changes-to-city-election-processes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-considers-potential-changes-to-city-election-processes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico lawmakers hear presentation on food insecurity solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Food insecurity is on the rise in New Mexico. Lawmakers heard a presentation this week about the hunger problem facing New Mexico families and how the state is working to close the gap. Since 2021, legislative analysts say the expiration of pandemic funding, reductions in SNAP allotments, and inflation, have made for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-hear-presentation-on-food-insecurity-solutions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-hear-presentation-on-food-insecurity-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez addresses recent ICE arrests in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; After multiple Santa Fe residents were arrested by ICE, New Mexico lawmakers are now addressing the recent surge in immigration enforcement activity. We have crews in Santa Fe now on Thursday, where Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez is taking the stage. She is joined by Majority Floor Leader Reena Szczepanski, and Somos un [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rep-teresa-leger-fernandez-addresses-recent-ice-arrests-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rep-teresa-leger-fernandez-addresses-recent-ice-arrests-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protestors and lawmakers speak out against recent ICE activity in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; Lawmakers and community members speaking out tonight after an ICE operation takes several people into custody. Outrage continues in the State's capital city, as elected leaders say nearly a dozen people were arrested by immigration enforcement agents on Wednesday. "We heard stories of ICE officers surrounding a car where there was a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/protestors-and-lawmakers-speak-out-against-recent-ice-activity-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/protestors-and-lawmakers-speak-out-against-recent-ice-activity-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Cruces parents facing child abuse charges after kids test positive for drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A father and mother from Las Cruces are facing child abuse charges after police say their children tested positive for drugs and showed obvious signs of neglect. The parents, 27-year-old Justine Barboa and 25-year-old Danny Perkins, were arrested Tuesday and charged with two counts of child abuse each. Las Cruces police [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-parents-facing-child-abuse-charges-after-kids-test-positive-for-drugs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/las-cruces-parents-facing-child-abuse-charges-after-kids-test-positive-for-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Melting glaciers keep revealing hikers who vanished decades ago]]></title><description><![CDATA[A hiker recently discovered human remains on a Swiss glacier that helped solve a decades-old mystery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/melting-glaciers-keep-revealing-hikers-who-vanished-decades-ago/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/melting-glaciers-keep-revealing-hikers-who-vanished-decades-ago/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico invests $18.7 million for two new water storage and recovery wells]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The state of New Mexico is investing nearly $19 million into more water storage. The water utility authority announced Thursday they will be getting $18.7 million dollars to add two new aquifer storage and recovery wells. They will be built at the water authority's water treatment plant near the Renaissance Center, and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-invests-187-million-for-two-new-water-storage-and-recovery-wells/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-invests-187-million-for-two-new-water-storage-and-recovery-wells/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crews respond to fire at Albuquerque RV Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a fire at Arbor RV Park around 10:31 a.m. Thursday morning to reports of a possible structure fire at the RV park. Crews arrived on scene and reported a working fire coming from an RV. Firefighters were able to bring the fire under control within 30 minutes [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-at-albuquerque-rv-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crews-respond-to-fire-at-albuquerque-rv-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Invited media, military members held at gunpoint by Space Force security]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five journalists and the two military members escorting them to an event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, this week were briefly detained at gunpoint by security police who believed they were gate crashers, according to the local media affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/invited-media-military-members-held-at-gunpoint-by-space-force-security/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/invited-media-military-members-held-at-gunpoint-by-space-force-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hayden Panettiere’s team considered ‘intervention’ before death: Director]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hayden Panettiere died at an apartment complex in Greenville, South Carolina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hayden-panettieres-team-considered-intervention-before-death-director/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hayden-panettieres-team-considered-intervention-before-death-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car barrels through New York park where kids were playing soccer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A car barreled through a New York park filled with children playing Wednesday night, and Onondaga County Sheriff's deputies confirmed they were not in pursuit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/car-barrels-through-new-york-park-where-kids-were-playing-soccer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/car-barrels-through-new-york-park-where-kids-were-playing-soccer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BLM Taos warns about blue-green algae in Rio Grande]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Bureau of Land Management Taos Field Office has issued a warning about changing conditions related to harmful algal blooms along sections of the Rio Grande. Based on current blue-green algae conditions, BLM is recommending increased caution for recreation users in specific locations along the Orilla Verde stretch of the river; especially [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blm-taos-warns-about-blue-green-algae-in-rio-grande/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blm-taos-warns-about-blue-green-algae-in-rio-grande/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico sports teams launch Frijoles Fire Relief Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico sports teams are banding together to collect donations for those impacted by the Frijoles Fire burning in the Santa Fe National Forest. As of Thursday afternoon, the fire has burned 13,933 acres and is 31% contained. The fire has caused some residents to evacuate. New Mexico United, The Albuquerque Isotopes, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-sports-teams-launch-frijoles-fire-relief-drive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-sports-teams-launch-frijoles-fire-relief-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Country Store featuring items made in New Mexico returns to state fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A pop-up store dedicated to items made in New Mexico is returning to the New Mexico State Fair this year. The Country Store and courtyard will feature locally sourced products, including wine, beers root beer floats and merchandise, including T-shirts and hats. The New Mexico Department of Agriculture is partnering with New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/country-store-featuring-items-made-in-new-mexico-returns-to-state-fair/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/country-store-featuring-items-made-in-new-mexico-returns-to-state-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOH hosts free immunization clinic for school-aged kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Health is hosting a free immunization clinic for children ages 4 to 18. The free clinic is being held September 8, from 2 - 6 p.m. at the Berna Facio Professional Development Center. The event also includes free vision exams provided by the Lions Club and free [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-hosts-free-immunization-clinic-for-school-aged-kids/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-hosts-free-immunization-clinic-for-school-aged-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United, Rich Ford partner on fan bus trip to game in Colorado Springs]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico United and Rich Ford are partnering up on a fan bus trip to the Black and Yellow&rsquo;s away match in Colorado Springs on Sept. 19. The round-trip bus service and game ticket costs $49 plus tax. Included in the trip is a New Mexico United swag bag and round-trip transportation [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-rich-ford-partner-on-fan-bus-trip-to-game-in-colorado-springs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-rich-ford-partner-on-fan-bus-trip-to-game-in-colorado-springs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ATF offers $10K reward after 'destructive devices' found in northern New Mexico forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Multiple destructive devices were found in the Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico, and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/atf-offers-10k-reward-after-destructive-devices-found-in-northern-new-mexico-forest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/atf-offers-10k-reward-after-destructive-devices-found-in-northern-new-mexico-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democrats narrow list of 2028 convention sites to 3 cities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democratic National Committee Chairman&nbsp;Ken Martin said the three cities put in "incredibly strong bids" for the convention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrats-narrow-list-of-2028-convention-sites-to-3-cities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/democrats-narrow-list-of-2028-convention-sites-to-3-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog food company recalls fresh meals amid reports of sudden dry eye]]></title><description><![CDATA[The recall affects all Years fresh meals except those in its Chef&rsquo;s Collection, the brand&rsquo;s limited-edition, premium line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dog-food-company-recalls-fresh-meals-amid-reports-of-sudden-dry-eye/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dog-food-company-recalls-fresh-meals-amid-reports-of-sudden-dry-eye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New states connected to salmonella outbreak as infections climb: CDC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The outbreak, linked to peppers, has grown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-states-connected-to-salmonella-outbreak-as-infections-climb-cdc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-states-connected-to-salmonella-outbreak-as-infections-climb-cdc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NASA space telescope to plunge through atmosphere after rescue mission called off]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;This is not the outcome we were working toward, but it does not change why this mission was worth attempting," NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said in a statement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nasa-space-telescope-to-plunge-through-atmosphere-after-rescue-mission-called-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nasa-space-telescope-to-plunge-through-atmosphere-after-rescue-mission-called-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOAA releases fall weather predictions for all 50 states as El Niño grows stronger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fall is just around the corner, but summer weather may be sticking around a little while longer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-releases-fall-weather-predictions-for-all-50-states-as-el-nio-grows-stronger/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/noaa-releases-fall-weather-predictions-for-all-50-states-as-el-nio-grows-stronger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI raided Swalwell's home, seized devices as part of Chinese spy probe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FBI reportedly raided former Rep. Eric Swalwell&rsquo;s (D-Calif.) home on Sunday, a day after confiscating his electronic devices as part of an investigation regarding his ties to a potential Chinese spy.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-raided-swalwells-home-seized-devices-as-part-of-chinese-spy-probe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-raided-swalwells-home-seized-devices-as-part-of-chinese-spy-probe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nichole Schmidt, mother of Gabby Petito, set to speak at Advocacy Con in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Advocacy Con is a crime conference where families who have a loved one missing or murdered can meet directly with experts, nonprofits and other stakeholders in the search for justice and closure. A keynote speaker at this year's event, happening September 11 - 13 at the Albuquerque Convention Center is Nichole Schmidt, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nichole-schmidt-mother-of-gabby-petito-set-to-speak-at-advocacy-con-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nichole-schmidt-mother-of-gabby-petito-set-to-speak-at-advocacy-con-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ RIDE Stuff the Bus event collects school supplies for students]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; ABQ RIDE is hosting a school supply drive where residents can help fill a city bus with donated items to help Albuquerque Public Schools students ABQ RIDE is partnering with the UNM Foundation to support APS students in the second annual&nbsp;"Back to School: Stuff the Bus!"&nbsp;event. People may donate supplies like pens, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-stuff-the-bus-event-collects-school-supplies-for-students/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-ride-stuff-the-bus-event-collects-school-supplies-for-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Police hosting basketball camp for high school students]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department is inviting local high schoolers to work on their basketball skills and build community relationships. APD is hosting its youth basketball camp August 29, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Johnny Tapia Community Center. The free camp is open to boys and girls ages 13 - [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-hosting-basketball-camp-for-high-school-students/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-hosting-basketball-camp-for-high-school-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virgin Galactic invites public to vote on new spaceship name]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Virgin Galactic will let the public decide what to name its next spaceship. From&nbsp;now&nbsp;until August 27, people ages 13 and up&nbsp;can choose one of four names that were inspired by 276 submissions gathered and reflect themes of exploration, renewal, mythology, collaboration, and the awe that space inspires.&nbsp;&nbsp; The names include: Virgin [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/virgin-galactic-invites-public-to-vote-on-new-spaceship-name/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/virgin-galactic-invites-public-to-vote-on-new-spaceship-name/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOH warns of potential longer mosquito season]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Department of Health on Thursday warned of a possible longer mosquito season fueled by increased rainfall and heat. The department warned that people with weakened immune systems should take additional precautions to avoid mosquito bites. The departmernt also explaining that this year's West Nile virus season may not be typical [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-warns-of-potential-longer-mosquito-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-warns-of-potential-longer-mosquito-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Department of Health warns of potentially longer mosquito season]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Health on Thursday warned of a possible longer mosquito season fueled by increased rainfall and heat. &ldquo;At home, our animals, our dogs, have a lot of mosquitos and bugs on them when we bring them inside the house, tons of little gnats and critters like that,&rdquo; said Andres [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-health-warns-of-potentially-longer-mosquito-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-department-of-health-warns-of-potentially-longer-mosquito-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former treasurer of Albuquerque mail handlers union pleads guilty to embezzlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The former treasurer of the National Postal Mail Handlers Union, Local 331, which is based in Albuquerque, has pleaded guilty to embezzling union funds for unauthorized personal expenses and hiding the misuse by submitting false financial reports to the Department of Labor. Max Jaramillo, 58, served as treasurer of the National Postal [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-treasurer-of-albuquerque-mail-handlers-union-pleads-guilty-to-embezzlement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-treasurer-of-albuquerque-mail-handlers-union-pleads-guilty-to-embezzlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catron County crash kills mother, young son; injures 5 kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[CATRON COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A crash on US Highway 180 on Wednesday left a Luna County woman and her young son dead and also injured multiple other children, the Catron County Sheriff's Office announced. The preliminary investigation by the sheriff's office indicates the vehicle was traveling southbound on US Highway 180 when, for reasons still [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/catron-county-crash-kills-mother-young-son-injures-5-kids/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/catron-county-crash-kills-mother-young-son-injures-5-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State settlement, WNMU lawsuit, Heat continues, Rio Rancho speed cameras, State Fair park and ride]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] NM to pay health provider $1 million in lawsuit settlement - In 2023, the New Mexico Health Care Authority told the Guidance Foundation it would suspend Medicaid payments to them over fraud allegations and said the Guidance Foundation was overpaid $43,000. In 2025, the Guidance Foundation sued the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-settlement-wnmu-lawsuit-heat-continues-rio-rancho-speed-cameras-state-fair-park-and-ride/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-settlement-wnmu-lawsuit-heat-continues-rio-rancho-speed-cameras-state-fair-park-and-ride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rinse and Repeat: More monsoon storms ahead with heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning! Cloud coverage has lingered for many around the state this morning. Showers are also starting to dissipate across Torrance, Guadalupe and Lincoln counties before another round of showers and storms are forecasted for the afternoon. If you are heading outside and getting an early start to your commute, temperatures have fallen into the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rinse-and-repeat-more-monsoon-storms-ahead-with-heat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rinse-and-repeat-more-monsoon-storms-ahead-with-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico's Untold Silent Film History; The Barker Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In this episode of The Barker Files, KRQE anchor Jessica Garate interviews investigative reporter Larry Barker about his 2009 story about New Mexico's impact on the silent film era. In this investigation, Barker reveals the often-ignored film history within the state and how New Mexico became a popular location for films of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexicos-untold-silent-film-history-the-barker-files/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexicos-untold-silent-film-history-the-barker-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More record heat in store across New Mexico for the next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Afternoon storm chances will continue across New Mexico into the end of this week, with drier weather moving in starting this weekend. The heat will stick around though with record and near record high temperatures likely each day. It has finally been more active across New Mexico again Wednesday with showers and storms moving through [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-record-heat-in-store-across-new-mexico-for-the-next-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-record-heat-in-store-across-new-mexico-for-the-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobos rally behind Karley Nelson as longtime assistant takes over UNM women's soccer]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The standard has already been established for New Mexico women's soccer, and new head coach Karley Nelson has no intention of lowering it. "The standard of this program has been set. It was set a while ago. The standard is that we win conference championships," Nelson said. Nelson has been part of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-rally-behind-karley-nelson-as-longtime-assistant-takes-over-unm-womens-soccer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-rally-behind-karley-nelson-as-longtime-assistant-takes-over-unm-womens-soccer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque road rage video goes viral as police search for drivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A chaotic road rage confrontation caught on video is going viral. The Albuquerque man who took the video spoke with KRQE News 13 on Wednesday, sharing what led to a woman smashing her bat on a truck's window, and then that driver ramming his truck into her car. The man who captured [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-road-rage-video-goes-viral-as-police-search-for-drivers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-road-rage-video-goes-viral-as-police-search-for-drivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outrage grows after ICE enforcement action outside Santa Fe health care facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Outrage is brewing Wednesday night over an ICE enforcement action in New Mexico. Witnesses captured video showing those agents in the parking lot of La Familia Medical Center on Alto Street in Santa Fe. Details are limited, but witnesses said those agents took a man into custody, leaving a child behind. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/outrage-grows-after-ice-enforcement-action-outside-santa-fe-health-care-facility/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/outrage-grows-after-ice-enforcement-action-outside-santa-fe-health-care-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hometown football players chase their dream at UNM]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; For many New Mexico high school football players, the dream is to one day wear the Cherry and Silver and represent their home state at the University of New Mexico. This season, roughly 11 players from across the state are looking to make that dream a reality with the Lobos. Among those [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hometown-football-players-chase-their-dream-at-unm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hometown-football-players-chase-their-dream-at-unm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former WNMU president sues state Ethics Commission claiming harassment and extortion]]></title><description><![CDATA[SILVER CITY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Western New Mexico University found itself surrounded in controversy after allegations of wasteful spending involving its president. Dr. Joseph Shepard resigned amid the scandal, but now he's filing a second lawsuit, claiming the university retaliated against him for being a whistleblower. Dr. Joseph Shepard became president of Western New Mexico University in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-wnmu-president-sues-state-ethics-commission-claiming-harassment-and-extortion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-wnmu-president-sues-state-ethics-commission-claiming-harassment-and-extortion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque caregiver accused of sexually assaulting elderly man to stay in jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque caregiver will remain behind bars after she was accused of sexually assaulting an elderly man. Police said earlier this month Stephanie Paiz was working at Ativo Senior Living in northwest Albuquerque when she was supposed to be taking care of a 77-year-old man with dementia. Police said that Paiz locked [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-caregiver-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-elderly-man-to-stay-in-jail/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-caregiver-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-elderly-man-to-stay-in-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho speed camera towers generate more than 45K citations]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Newer speed cameras on 528 and across Rio Rancho have dramatically increased the number of tickets going to drivers, and some city leaders think the money coming in might be too much for what they can spend it on. In eight months, they've more than doubled the number of citations to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-speed-camera-towers-generate-more-than-45k-citations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-speed-camera-towers-generate-more-than-45k-citations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gun and bullet scanning technology identifies evidence in over 500 crimes in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Eight months ago, New Mexico Attorney General Ra&uacute;l Torrez announced that the state would be expanding the use of the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network, or NIBIN machines, across the state, with the idea being that police can use them to identify which gun the bullets came from, and from there use [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gun-and-bullet-scanning-technology-identifies-evidence-in-over-500-crimes-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gun-and-bullet-scanning-technology-identifies-evidence-in-over-500-crimes-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Representative calls for federal investment to address housing shortfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In an effort to tackle the housing crisis in Bernalillo County, New Mexico Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (D) is addressing the need for federal investments in nonprofit housing and homelessness organizations. Rep. Stansbury held a news conference with some of those organizations Wednesday afternoon, focusing on the importance of federal, state, and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-representative-calls-for-federal-investment-to-address-housing-shortfall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-representative-calls-for-federal-investment-to-address-housing-shortfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Environment Department moves up date for air quality permit hearing for Project Jupiter]]></title><description><![CDATA[DO&Ntilde;A ANA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Environment Department is moving up an anticipated hearing over an air quality permit for the controversial Project Jupiter data center, and it's being met with pushback from environmental advocates. The meeting was originally slated for October, but NMED Air Quality Permit Hearing Officer Max Shepherd moved the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-environment-department-moves-up-date-for-air-quality-permit-hearing-for-project-jupiter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-environment-department-moves-up-date-for-air-quality-permit-hearing-for-project-jupiter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who threatened to shoot fishermen on a New Mexico river near his property sentenced]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAN MIGUEL COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A legal battle spanning years comes to a close as a man who threatened to shoot fishermen on a New Mexico river near his property has now been sentenced. A San Miguel County judge said he agonized over the sentencing of 65-year-old Erik Briones, who was caught on video threatening [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-threatened-to-shoot-fishermen-on-a-new-mexico-river-near-his-property-sentenced/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-threatened-to-shoot-fishermen-on-a-new-mexico-river-near-his-property-sentenced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[100 days under his belt Rio Rancho Mayor talks plans for the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; One hundred days into the job, Rio Rancho Mayor Paul Wymer said he's already checked some big items off his list. As one of New Mexico's fastest-growing communities keeps expanding, the new mayor is also facing some familiar problems. It's been over a decade since Rio Rancho had a new [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/100-days-under-his-belt-rio-rancho-mayor-talks-plans-for-the-future/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/100-days-under-his-belt-rio-rancho-mayor-talks-plans-for-the-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat, storm chances continue across New Mexico into the end of this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Afternoon storm chances will continue across New Mexico into the end of this week, with drier weather moving in starting this weekend. The heat will stick around though with record and near record high temperatures likely each day. It is finally more active across New Mexico Wednesday afternoon with showers and storms moving through the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-storm-chances-continue-across-new-mexico-into-the-end-of-this-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-storm-chances-continue-across-new-mexico-into-the-end-of-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army battalion in Georgia offering 4 days of GTA 6 play as reenlistment incentive ]]></title><description><![CDATA[A U.S. Army battalion in Georgia is offering eligible soldiers a four-day pass to play Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) as a reenlistment incentive once the highly anticipated game gets released this fall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/army-battalion-in-georgia-offering-4-days-of-gta-6-play-as-reenlistment-incentive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/army-battalion-in-georgia-offering-4-days-of-gta-6-play-as-reenlistment-incentive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State of New Mexico to pay health provider $1 million in lawsuit settlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; What started with the state accusing a health care provider of fraud is now costing New Mexico taxpayers a million dollars to settle a lawsuit with the provider winning a victory in court. &ldquo;What happens is that suspension hits: no more Medicaid payments are paid out, no matter how much money [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-of-new-mexico-to-pay-health-provider-1-million-in-lawsuit-settlement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-of-new-mexico-to-pay-health-provider-1-million-in-lawsuit-settlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[List: Over 30 dog parks in the City of Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; Over 40% of households in the US own a dog, according to statistics from the American Veterinary Medical Association. Here in Albuquerque, we have about 80,000 registered dogs. That's a lot of canine energy. Luckily, we've been named one of of the best cities for dog parks in the nation, so if you're [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/list-over-30-dog-parks-in-the-city-of-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/list-over-30-dog-parks-in-the-city-of-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safari helicopter crashes in northern Kenya, killing 7 people, including 5 Americans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Among those killed were an executive with Telemundo, the U.S.-based Spanish-language network owned by NBCUniversal, and the director of&nbsp;Ecuador&rsquo;s&nbsp;national intelligence service.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/safari-helicopter-crashes-in-northern-kenya-killing-7-people-including-5-americans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/safari-helicopter-crashes-in-northern-kenya-killing-7-people-including-5-americans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State Fair offers discounted park and ride tickets for limited time]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The New Mexico State Fair is less than a month away. If you're looking for a cheap way to get there, you're in luck. This weekend, the fair is offering discounted park and ride tickets ahead of the event next month. Park and ride allows residents to get picked up at the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-fair-offers-discounted-park-and-ride-tickets-for-limited-time/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-fair-offers-discounted-park-and-ride-tickets-for-limited-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Supreme Court justice receives national award]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; A New Mexico Supreme Court justice has received a prestigious national award. Justice C. Shannon Bacon has been named the recipient of the William H. Rehnquist Award for Judicial Excellence. The award from the National Center for State Courts is the nation's premier honor for state court judges, recognizing integrity, fairness, and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-justice-receives-national-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-supreme-court-justice-receives-national-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman involved in Albuquerque police chase sentenced to prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A woman who was caught on camera hitting a police car and almost hitting a pedestrian was in court for her sentencing on Wednesday. In September 2025, Albuquerque Police were alerted to a stolen car spotted near Central and San Mateo. Police tried to pull over the car, but the driver, Natalya [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-involved-in-albuquerque-police-chase-sentenced-to-prison/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-involved-in-albuquerque-police-chase-sentenced-to-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon storms continue for parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture is slowly increasing across the state today. This will bring more scattered showers and storms this afternoon, with severe storms possible in northeast New Mexico. Another round of scattered storms is likely Thursday afternoon across much of the state. Drier weather returns to eastern New Mexico Friday, while afternoon storms continue across western, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-storms-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-storms-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Security cameras to be installed in some parts of the bosque in Valencia County]]></title><description><![CDATA[VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Parts of the bosque in Valencia County may be under surveillance soon. Ten security cameras are expected to be installed in certain locations to "improve public safety, protect district facilities and provide timely information to first responders and law enforcement during emergencies," according to the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/security-cameras-to-be-installed-in-some-parts-of-the-bosque-in-valencia-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/security-cameras-to-be-installed-in-some-parts-of-the-bosque-in-valencia-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County Treasurer’s Office launches new digital campaign to inform residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Bernalillo County Treasurer&rsquo;s Office is launching a new social media campaign aimed at informing residents. The campaign, called "Treasury&nbsp;Briefs", will feature content on topics such as financial literacy, local and state programs, community events and more. Its slogan is &ldquo;Keeping it brief, keeping you informed,&rdquo; and the goal is to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-treasurers-office-launches-new-digital-campaign-to-inform-residents/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-treasurers-office-launches-new-digital-campaign-to-inform-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools to host 2026 State of the District event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Public Schools is set to host its 2026 State of the District event on Monday, Aug. 31. During the event, Superintendent Gabriella Dur&aacute;n Blakey will deliver the keynote address, focusing on academic performance, innovative educational initiatives, and the district's long-term roadmap. Following the keynote, Marisa Magallanez, president and CEO of the Albuquerque [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-to-host-2026-state-of-the-district-event/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-to-host-2026-state-of-the-district-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico native nominated to lead the FDA]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; President Donald Trump is nominating a New Mexico woman to be the next U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner. Senate Republicans are congratulating Gallup native, Dr. Heidi Overton for her official nomination to lead the FDA. Senate Republican leader Bill Sharer said this is a proud moment for New Mexico. Overton holds [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-native-nominated-to-lead-the-fda/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-native-nominated-to-lead-the-fda/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Artesia celebrates opening of $40M recreation facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[ARTESIA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Artesia is now home to a new $40 million recreation facility. The Artesia Recreation Center is approximately 13,000 square feet and features a walking track, weight room, cardio equipment, two group fitness studios, playground equipment, childcare facilities, an outdoor area and three basketball courts that can be set up [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-artesia-celebrates-opening-of-40m-recreation-facility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-artesia-celebrates-opening-of-40m-recreation-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salute to Service Gala benefitting local nonprofit]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Paws and Stripes, a local nonprofit that helps train shelter dogs to become service dogs for veterans with PTSD, will be holding their annual Salute to Service Gala on August 29. The theme for this year's event is 'The Heart Behind the Service.' The gala will take place at Sandia Resort and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/salute-to-service-gala-benefitting-local-nonprofit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/salute-to-service-gala-benefitting-local-nonprofit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho District 2 City Councilor resigns]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Rio Rancho District 2 City Councilor Jeremy Lenentine announced on Wednesday that he is resigning from his position for "family considerations." Councilor Lenentine&rsquo;s last day in office will be November 12, 2026. &ldquo;I do not take lightly the trust that has been placed on me by the citizens of my district,&rdquo; said [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-district-2-city-councilor-resigns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-district-2-city-councilor-resigns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawsuit settled, Dog groomer sentenced, Heat dome, Health warning, Summer carnival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] CYFD agrees to $1.4 million settlement in child abuse case in Taos - After a former&nbsp;Taos kindergarten teacher&nbsp;and&nbsp;his wife went to prison&nbsp;for child abuse, the victims of the case sued CYFD for not protecting them. Cory Valdez and his wife, Stephanie, were sentenced to prison in 2021 after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawsuit-settled-dog-groomer-sentenced-heat-dome-health-warning-summer-carnival/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lawsuit-settled-dog-groomer-sentenced-heat-dome-health-warning-summer-carnival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What can we expect from the 2026 monsoon season?; Beyond the Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North American Monsoon is vital to New Mexico as it brings about half of the state's annual rainfall. Monsoon season runs from June 15 through the end of September in the Land of Enchantment and is known to bring daily thunderstorm chances. In this episode of Beyond the Forecast Chief Meteorologist Grant Tosterud and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-can-we-expect-from-the-2026-monsoon-season-beyond-the-forecast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-can-we-expect-from-the-2026-monsoon-season-beyond-the-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wednesday Forecast: Near record heat with monsoon storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Wednesday! It will be a hot day ahead with near record to record heat forecasted for many locations throughout New Mexico this afternoon. This morning low temperatures are quite mild, once again, ranging in the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s statewide. Mostly clear to clear skies will eventually be replaced by isolated to scattered [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wednesday-forecast-near-record-heat-with-monsoon-storms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wednesday-forecast-near-record-heat-with-monsoon-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record and near-record heat continues all week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will increase for parts of New Mexico through the end of this week. The heat will stick around every day though, with near-record highs. Only spotty storms developed Tuesday afternoon across western, central, and northern New Mexico, along with the Sacramento Mountains. These storms have all ended now tonight. Record heat returned to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-and-near-record-heat-continues-all-week/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-and-near-record-heat-continues-all-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandia National Labs test autonomous drones with a game of tag]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; As we move into a new age of artificial intelligence, researchers at Sandia National Laboratories shared how much technology can figure out on its own. You need to be quick and strategic to win a game of tag. These drones have caught on playing independently without any programming. "They end up learning [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-national-labs-test-autonomous-drones-with-a-game-of-tag/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-national-labs-test-autonomous-drones-with-a-game-of-tag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM football hoping to name starters by next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The season opener is only 18 days away. UNM Football Head Coach Jason Eck is hoping to lock in starters by midweek next week. "After that Tuesday practice, we're going to have an off day Wednesday. We're going to talk to everybody on the team and tell them, here's your role," said Coach [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-hoping-to-name-starters-by-next-week/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-hoping-to-name-starters-by-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOH: Heat-related emergency room visits reach record numbers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Department of Health said more people are going to the hospital for heat-related illness this summer. The NMDOH said that since April, there's been more than 900 heat-related emergency room visits around the state, the highest number they've ever recorded. They said six people have died due to heat illness. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-heat-related-emergency-room-visits-reach-record-numbers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-heat-related-emergency-room-visits-reach-record-numbers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CYFD agrees to $1.4 million settlement in child abuse case in Taos]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; After a former Taos kindergarten teacher and his wife went to prison for child abuse, the victims of the case sued CYFD for not protecting them. Now, the Children, Youth, and Families Department of New Mexico is paying more than a million dollars to settle the case. "The case in itself is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyfd-agrees-to-14-million-settlement-in-child-abuse-case-in-taos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyfd-agrees-to-14-million-settlement-in-child-abuse-case-in-taos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Era, New Home: UNM Volleyball prepares for season under Brian Hosfeld]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new era of UNM volleyball is just 10 days away, and optimism is high around the Lobo program. UNM is preparing for its first season under head coach Brian Hosfeld, with the Lobos using this week to fine-tune their lineup and prepare for the regular season. New Mexico will host a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-era-new-home-unm-volleyball-prepares-for-season-under-brian-hosfeld/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-era-new-home-unm-volleyball-prepares-for-season-under-brian-hosfeld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Valley High School Baseball begins a new era under Fernando Santillanes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Valley High School baseball is entering a new era this spring. The Vikings will have a new coaching staff leading the program, with Fernando Santillanes taking over as head coach after Chad Kuhn led Valley baseball for the past 21 years. Santillanes comes to Valley after spending the last nine seasons as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/valley-high-school-baseball-begins-a-new-era-under-fernando-santillanes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/valley-high-school-baseball-begins-a-new-era-under-fernando-santillanes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque installs more than 500 streetlights]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque's Department of Municipal Development has installed or replaced more than 500 streetlights in Albuquerque. The department highlighted their work to make Albuquerque safer over the past year, with the installation of the lights. In the last year, six major lighting projects have been completed, highlighted by a project [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-installs-more-than-500-streetlights/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-installs-more-than-500-streetlights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ BioPark using recycling program to help save gorilla habitats]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The ABQ BioPark is giving residents an opportunity to give up old electronics for a good cause. Eco-Cell's Gorillas on the Line program allows residents to recycle old cell phones, tablets, and other technology to help limit the impact coltan mining has on natural gorilla habitats. You can drop off those recyclables [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-using-recycling-program-to-help-save-gorilla-habitats/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-using-recycling-program-to-help-save-gorilla-habitats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Near-record heat, storm chances build this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will increase for parts of New Mexico through the end of this week. The heat will stick around every day though, with near-record highs. Only spotty storms have developed Tuesday afternoon across western, central, and northern New Mexico, along with the Sacramento Mountains. These storms are still capable of gusty winds, brief downpours, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-heat-storm-chances-build-this-week/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-heat-storm-chances-build-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AARP awards design competition grant to the City of Albuquerque to create cottage-style homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In an effort to design and build more age-friendly housing options while also giving students hands-on real-life experience, the City of Albuquerque, in conjunction with the University of New Mexico and AARP, is holding a design competition. It's open to both UNM students and architecture professionals to design both the neighborhood location [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aarp-awards-design-competition-grant-to-the-city-of-albuquerque-to-create-cottage-style-homes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aarp-awards-design-competition-grant-to-the-city-of-albuquerque-to-create-cottage-style-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slaughter Fire burns within Carlsbad Caverns National Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[CARLSBAD, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Slaughter fire has burned a little over 31 acres and is 0% contained within Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Officials said the cause of the fire is lightning. Firefighters said air support will be grabbing water out of Brantley Lake. Fire crews said there are no impacts on park operations, although smoke [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slaughter-fire-burns-within-carlsbad-caverns-national-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/slaughter-fire-burns-within-carlsbad-caverns-national-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico State University settles sexual misconduct lawsuit against former professor]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; New Mexico State University is now settling a lawsuit where the university is accused of failing to act against a professor accused of victimizing students. The 2022 lawsuit accused former kinesiology professor Joseph Berning, his wife, and fellow faculty member, Carole Carson, of ongoing abuse against female students. "Ultimately, combined they engaged [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-university-settles-sexual-misconduct-lawsuit-against-former-professor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-university-settles-sexual-misconduct-lawsuit-against-former-professor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ZZ Top announces death of drummer Frank Beard at 77]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;The band of which he was part for six decades is going to keep on keeping on as he had wished," founding member Billy Gibbons said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/zz-top-announces-death-of-drummer-frank-beard-at-77/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/zz-top-announces-death-of-drummer-frank-beard-at-77/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McDonald’s just launched a Hello Kitty x Godzilla Happy Meal]]></title><description><![CDATA[McDonald's just dropped the new Hello Kitty &amp; Friends x Godzilla Happy Meal and you can collect all eight toys for a limited time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mcdonalds-just-launched-a-hello-kitty-x-godzilla-happy-meal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/mcdonalds-just-launched-a-hello-kitty-x-godzilla-happy-meal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COVID is 'growing' in nearly every state, CDC reports. Here's where levels are highest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don't be surprised if you start hearing some more coughing in the next few weeks. COVID-19 is once again on the rise in nearly every corner of the U.S.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/covid-is-growing-in-nearly-every-state-cdc-reports-heres-where-levels-are-highest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/covid-is-growing-in-nearly-every-state-cdc-reports-heres-where-levels-are-highest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida mom arrested after letting 11-year-old drive her to 7-Eleven: deputies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The child reportedly crashed after mistaking the gas pedal for the brake while trying to stop, according to deputies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/florida-mom-arrested-after-letting-11-year-old-drive-her-to-7-eleven-deputies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/florida-mom-arrested-after-letting-11-year-old-drive-her-to-7-eleven-deputies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I have made mistakes': Man caught on video abusing dogs at Santa Fe grooming business faces sentencing]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man caught on video abusing several dogs in his care at a Santa Fe grooming business learned how long he's set to spend behind bars. "There's no doubt that I have made mistakes," said Onan Sanchez in his final plea to a judge before learning his sentence. "Did I mess [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-have-made-mistakes-man-caught-on-video-abusing-dogs-at-santa-fe-grooming-business-faces-sentencing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-have-made-mistakes-man-caught-on-video-abusing-dogs-at-santa-fe-grooming-business-faces-sentencing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part of Lomas near Eubank in Albuquerque closes for waterline repair]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Two eastbound lanes and one westbound lane of Lomas near Eubank is closed on Tuesday as a waterline is repaired. The water authority says the traffic impact could remain for several days. A nearby neighborhood is without water service while repairs are underway. Approximate location is above. Drivers are asked to avoid [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/part-of-lomas-near-eubank-in-albuquerque-closes-for-waterline-repair/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/part-of-lomas-near-eubank-in-albuquerque-closes-for-waterline-repair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senior Service Fair to be held in Bernalillo on Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Local lawmakers are highlighting some local services for seniors in Sandoval County. This Thursday, three state representatives (Reps. Catherine Cullen, Joshua Hernandez, and Allen Martinez) and two state senators (Sens. Craig Brandt and Jay Block) will host a senior service fair in Sandoval County. The event will highlight organizations and local resources that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/senior-service-fair-to-be-held-in-bernalillo-on-thursday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/senior-service-fair-to-be-held-in-bernalillo-on-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frazier Shows summer carnival returns to Albuquerque next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Frazier Shows' summer carnival will be back in Albuquerque this week. This Thursday through Sunday, the summer carnival will be at Cottonwood Mall. The carnival has been coming to Albuquerque for years and has provided New Mexicans with a fun weekend full of rides, games, food, and more. As always, admission and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frazier-shows-summer-carnival-returns-to-albuquerque-next-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frazier-shows-summer-carnival-returns-to-albuquerque-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black bear cubs taken to northern New Mexico wildlife rehab]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Two orphaned black bear cubs are now in the care of a northern New Mexico wildlife rescue after their mothers were euthanized. This follows two separate incidents involving mother black bears. In the first incident near Galisteo, wildlife officials say one mother bear killed livestock before returning to the area the following [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-bear-cubs-taken-to-northern-new-mexico-wildlife-rehab/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-bear-cubs-taken-to-northern-new-mexico-wildlife-rehab/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KRQE Cares invites Eugene Fields Elementary School to Albuquerque Isotopes game]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; It's KRQE Cares night at Isotopes Park on Tuesday. As part of our efforts to give back to the community, we gave 2,000 tickets to Eugene Fields Elementary School. Each ticket also includes free parking and a voucher for a free hot dog, drink, and popcorn. The students who attend will get [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-cares-invites-eugene-fields-elementary-school-to-albuquerque-isotopes-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/krqe-cares-invites-eugene-fields-elementary-school-to-albuquerque-isotopes-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estancia mayor pro tem accused of selling alcohol without license]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESTANCIA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The mayor pro tem of Estancia is facing felony charges after authorities say she was caught selling alcohol without a liquor license. Court records allege that an anonymous complaint was made, saying that Mayor Pro Tem Amy May was operating the Blue Ribbon Bar &amp; Grill, also known as the Estancia Heritage [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/estancia-mayor-pro-tem-accused-of-selling-alcohol-without-license/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/estancia-mayor-pro-tem-accused-of-selling-alcohol-without-license/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State reaches $1.5M settlement with woman who accused former NMSP sergeant of rape]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The state of New Mexico will pay $1.5 million to settle a civil lawsuit involving allegations that a former New Mexico State Police sergeant sexually assaulted a woman in 2023. State and court records show that the New Mexico Department of Public Safety reached a settlement with the victim on Aug. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-reaches-15m-settlement-with-woman-who-accused-former-nmsp-sergeant-of-rape/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-reaches-15m-settlement-with-woman-who-accused-former-nmsp-sergeant-of-rape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rep. Mace on new tattoos: 'Everybody just needs to relax']]></title><description><![CDATA[Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) addressed the outpour of commentary regarding her two tattoo sleeves during a Monday episode of her recently launched podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rep-mace-on-new-tattoos-everybody-just-needs-to-relax/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rep-mace-on-new-tattoos-everybody-just-needs-to-relax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in doll mask filmed chasing, terrorizing woman in Philadelphia: police]]></title><description><![CDATA[One woman who said she was targeted by the suspect suspect said he didn't seem to have a "goal."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-in-doll-mask-filmed-chasing-terrorizing-woman-in-philadelphia-police/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-in-doll-mask-filmed-chasing-terrorizing-woman-in-philadelphia-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APS Athletics increases ticket prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Ticketed Albuquerque Public Schools sporting events are getting pricier. The school district's Athletics Department announced that it is increasing the price of general admission for athletic games to help cover rising costs. Friday night lights and mid-week matches will see adult tickets rise to $8, an increase of about $2, while student admission [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aps-athletics-increases-ticket-prices/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/aps-athletics-increases-ticket-prices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas prices are rising, but drivers using this type of fuel have it worse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some drivers are paying nearly $7 for a gallon of fuel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-prices-are-rising-but-drivers-using-this-type-of-fuel-have-it-worse/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gas-prices-are-rising-but-drivers-using-this-type-of-fuel-have-it-worse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Near record high temperatures for parts of New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drier air moves into New Mexico today, bringing spottier shower and storm chances throughout the afternoon. Any storms that form this afternoon will mainly be across higher terrain and shift over the nearby valleys. Temperatures will also climb above normal statewide. Monsoon moisture increases again Wednesday and throughout the rest of the week, bringing a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-high-temperatures-for-parts-of-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/near-record-high-temperatures-for-parts-of-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police report reveals new info in Hayden Panettiere's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[A police report details who was at the scene when Hayden Panettiere was pronounced dead, as well as new information about the investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-report-reveals-new-info-in-hayden-panettieres-death/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-report-reveals-new-info-in-hayden-panettieres-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico National Guard provides support to crews fighting Frijoles Fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; The New Mexico National Guard is assisting fire crews assigned to fight the Frijoles Fire burning in the Espa&ntilde;ola Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. Guard members have been tasked with providing MedEvac support and waiting on standby, should any firefighter be injured fighting the flames. With the guard ready, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guard-provides-support-to-crews-fighting-frijoles-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-national-guard-provides-support-to-crews-fighting-frijoles-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nob Hill waffle restaurant closes its doors after a decade of business]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; Another business in Nob Hill is closing its doors. A notable spot to University of New Mexico students and longtime locals alike, Waffletopia announced its permanent closure on social media late Sunday afternoon. The establishment was open for over a decade. Formerly called Tia B's La Waffleria, the restaurant was known for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nob-hill-waffle-restaurant-closes-its-doors-after-a-decade-of-business/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nob-hill-waffle-restaurant-closes-its-doors-after-a-decade-of-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lowrider night, fireworks and tacos at upcoming Isotopes games]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Isotopes are back in town taking on the Las Vegas Aviators. This homestand features fireworks, giveaways, theme nights and more. This homestand&rsquo;s specialty food item is a taco burger, available by section 109 at the ballpark.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lowrider-night-fireworks-and-tacos-at-upcoming-isotopes-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lowrider-night-fireworks-and-tacos-at-upcoming-isotopes-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health alert for dust near industrial areas issued in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program issued a health alert due to dust near industrial sites Tuesday. The alert is expected to expire at 1 p.m. Anyone with a respiratory condition is advised to limit outdoor activity. The city recommends these steps be taken during an active health alert: Click here to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-alert-for-dust-near-industrial-areas-issued-in-albuquerque-and-bernalillo-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/health-alert-for-dust-near-industrial-areas-issued-in-albuquerque-and-bernalillo-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Animal Humane New Mexico celebrating ten years at the Westside Adoption Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Animal Humane New Mexico is celebrating ten years of adoptions at their Westside Adoption Center. To celebrate the milestone, Animal Humane New Mexico is inviting the community for an adoption anniversary party. The event will be Sunday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to noon at the westside location. Guests can enjoy refreshments, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/animal-humane-new-mexico-celebrating-ten-years-at-the-westside-adoption-center/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/animal-humane-new-mexico-celebrating-ten-years-at-the-westside-adoption-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM fraternity warning, Staying in custody, Hotter weather, Frijoles Fire, Bear break-in]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] UNM warns students about unrecognized fraternity after hazing suspension - In the wake of hazing allegations, UNM no longer recognizes Sigma Chi as an official student organization. However, since it&rsquo;s on private property, the fraternity can still recruit and house students, and its affiliation with the National Sigma [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-fraternity-warning-staying-in-custody-hotter-weather-frijoles-fire-bear-break-in/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-fraternity-warning-staying-in-custody-hotter-weather-frijoles-fire-bear-break-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Guy Who Saved the Roswell Daily Record: 'Local News Isn't Dying']]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A southeast New Mexico newspaper in operation for more than 120 years announced its sudden closure in July. But within days, a local publishing company stepped in to save it from extinction. The Roswell Daily Record's new ownership argues that local news isn't dead, but the business model of legacy newspapers is [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-guy-who-saved-the-roswell-daily-record-local-news-isnt-dying/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-guy-who-saved-the-roswell-daily-record-local-news-isnt-dying/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter temperatures continue throughout the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drier air moves into New Mexico today, bringing spottier shower and storm chances throughout the afternoon. Any storms that form this afternoon will mainly be across higher terrain and shift over the nearby valleys. Temperatures will also climb above normal statewide. Monsoon moisture increases again Wednesday and throughout the rest of the week, bringing a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-continue-throughout-the-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-continue-throughout-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record and near-record heat returns through the rest of this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hotter and drier weather will move into New Mexico Tuesday, kicking off a warming trend that will bring near-record highs later this week. Storm chances increase again by Thursday. An increase in monsoon moisture brought another round of showers and storms across the western half of New Mexico Monday. Those storms have mostly ended tonight, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-and-near-record-heat-returns-through-the-rest-of-this-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-and-near-record-heat-returns-through-the-rest-of-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque City Council approves tax incentives on hotel development in Sawmill District]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque City Council approved tax incentives to develop two franchise hotels in the Sawmill District. The $40-million development will be two connected hotels, a Hampton Inn and Home2 Suites near Old Town, between the Museum District and the Sawmill Market. The two hotels would be owned and managed by the local firm, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-council-approves-tax-incentives-on-hotel-development-in-sawmill-district/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-city-council-approves-tax-incentives-on-hotel-development-in-sawmill-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body camera footage shows arrest of Project Jupiter protestor]]></title><description><![CDATA[DO&Ntilde;A ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; KRQE News 13 is seeing another angle of the disruption at a recent Do&ntilde;a Ana County Commission meeting, where three Project Jupiter protesters were arrested. A deputy's body camera captured an audience outraged when the public comment of the July 28 meeting came to an end. Many in the crowd [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/body-camera-footage-shows-arrest-of-project-jupiter-protestor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/body-camera-footage-shows-arrest-of-project-jupiter-protestor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobos add Memphis transfer Jayden Flaker as fall camp reaches 10th practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Lobos wrapped up Day 10 of fall camp Monday, and the program announced a significant addition to its defense. UNM has added Memphis transfer Jayden Flaker, who brings size and experience to the Lobos' defensive unit. Flaker stands 6-foot-2 and 235 pounds and is taking advantage of a recent [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-add-memphis-transfer-jayden-flaker-as-fall-camp-reaches-10th-practice/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-add-memphis-transfer-jayden-flaker-as-fall-camp-reaches-10th-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of New Mexico warns students about unrecognized fraternity after hazing suspension]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; As the new school year begins, the University of New Mexico is warning students about unrecognized fraternities. It comes after one fraternity remains open, despite being suspended for allegedly hazing new members. In the wake of hazing allegations, UNM no longer recognizes Sigma Chi as an official student organization. However, since it's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/university-of-new-mexico-warns-students-about-unrecognized-fraternity-after-hazing-suspension/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/university-of-new-mexico-warns-students-about-unrecognized-fraternity-after-hazing-suspension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM football receives points in the AP Preseason Poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It hasn't happened in a long time. The University of New Mexico football team has points in the Associated Press College Football Preseason Poll. The Lobos are in the 40th position with four points in the category of others receiving votes. Mountain West conference mate UNLV is just ahead at 39th with [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-receives-points-in-the-ap-preseason-poll/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-football-receives-points-in-the-ap-preseason-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Fire Rescue releases mid-year fire statistics]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Fire Rescue said they've seen an increase in several kinds of fires this year. The department said that as of July, they responded to more than 5,700 small outside fires, 200 structure fires, and 420 vehicle fires. Those numbers are all up compared to this time last year. The 285 vegetation [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-fire-rescue-releases-mid-year-fire-statistics/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-fire-rescue-releases-mid-year-fire-statistics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Justice Department watchdog to review DEA tactic that permitted deadly fentanyl to hit streets]]></title><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON (AP) &mdash; The U.S. Justice Department's internal watchdog on Monday announced a review of a controversial tactic in which federal law enforcement allowed fentanyl to hit the streets to build bigger cases against drug traffickers. The review will examine government policies and wiretap investigations in which the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration may have learned [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/justice-department-watchdog-to-review-dea-tactic-that-permitted-deadly-fentanyl-to-hit-streets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/justice-department-watchdog-to-review-dea-tactic-that-permitted-deadly-fentanyl-to-hit-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell man convicted of murder, impersonating police; sentenced to life]]></title><description><![CDATA[EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A Lincoln County, New Mexico, jury has found a Roswell man guilty of murder, impersonating a peace officer and conspiracy to commit armed robbery, according to the Office of the Twelfth Judicial District Attorney. Samuel Duran, 32, was found guilty on Friday, Aug. 14 following a four-day trial, the DA [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-man-convicted-of-murder-impersonating-police-sentenced-to-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-man-convicted-of-murder-impersonating-police-sentenced-to-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed man accused of harassing neighbors in Albuquerque's Westside to stay in custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Armed with a rifle, he's accused of standing outside an Albuquerque Police Department officer's family home and threatening to "take them out." On Monday, that suspect, identified as Kenneth Bair, learned he will stay behind bars. The APD officer and his wife, who also works in law enforcement, asked the judge [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/armed-man-accused-of-harassing-neighbors-in-albuquerques-westside-to-stay-in-custody/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/armed-man-accused-of-harassing-neighbors-in-albuquerques-westside-to-stay-in-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Bear breaks into Las Vegas home twice]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;In the eight years Christian Laumbach has lived at her Las Vegas, New Mexico ranch, she's never had to worry about bears. "We've had zero instances where a bear came into our home and destroyed anything." But, in the last few days alone, she's had four run-ins with bears. A few days [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-bear-breaks-into-las-vegas-home-twice/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-bear-breaks-into-las-vegas-home-twice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter, drier weather returns to New Mexico starting Tuesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hotter and drier weather will move into New Mexico Tuesday, kicking off a warming trend that will bring near-record highs later this week. Storm chances increase again by Thursday. An increase in monsoon moisture is bringing another round of showers and storms across the western half of New Mexico Monday afternoon. Storms will drift into [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-drier-weather-returns-to-new-mexico-starting-tuesday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-drier-weather-returns-to-new-mexico-starting-tuesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Police investigate attacks at 2 Albuquerque Jewish centers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A destructive rampage at two Albuquerque Jewish centers was over in a matter of minutes, but left behind more than $100,000 in damage and a shaken community. In each instance, a man ran up to the entrance and took a heavy tool to the glass. Security video showed what unfolded on June [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-police-investigate-attacks-at-2-albuquerque-jewish-centers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-police-investigate-attacks-at-2-albuquerque-jewish-centers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New legislation in Congress would expand access to benefits for Trinity Site Downwinders]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New legislation in Congress aims to expand access to compensation for people affected by the testing of the atomic bomb in New Mexico. New Mexico Congressman Gabe Vasquez (D) is co-sponsoring a bill reauthorizing RECA, which reimburses medical costs for the Downwinders, those affected by radiation from the Trinity Site, and their [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-legislation-in-congress-would-expand-access-to-benefits-for-trinity-site-downwinders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-legislation-in-congress-would-expand-access-to-benefits-for-trinity-site-downwinders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Events and more for Labor Day weekend 2026 in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Another long weekend is right around the corner. Labor Day weekend is slated for Friday, Sept. 4 through Monday, Sept. 7 this year. If you're in New Mexico, here's what's happening. State Fair Midway Preview (Albuquerque) Burning of Zozobra (Santa Fe) Rail Yards Market Multicultural Day (Albuquerque) Bark in the Park (Albuquerque) [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/events-and-more-for-labor-day-weekend-2026-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/events-and-more-for-labor-day-weekend-2026-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expo New Mexico hosting flea market every weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; If you're looking for something to do this weekend, Expo New Mexico is hosting a flea market. It's slated to take place every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $10 per car and $2 to walk up. The market will take a break while the state fair [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expo-new-mexico-hosting-flea-market-every-weekend/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expo-new-mexico-hosting-flea-market-every-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico ranks No. 18 as best state for higher education, per U.S. News &amp; World Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico has been ranked number 18 as the best state in the country for higher education, according to U.S. News &amp; World Report rankings. In 2026, New Mexico&nbsp;gained&nbsp;two places overall in the&nbsp;rankings&nbsp;compared to last year, and ranked number two in the nation for &ldquo;low debt at graduation&rdquo; and number eight for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-ranks-no-18-as-best-state-for-higher-education-per-us-news-amp-world-report/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-ranks-no-18-as-best-state-for-higher-education-per-us-news-amp-world-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 man arrested in El Paso after 'unprovoked' drive-by shooting injures father, son in Las Cruces]]></title><description><![CDATA[EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A 26-year-old man was arrested in El Paso after a drive-by shooting that injured a father and his son in Las Cruces, according to the Las Cruces Police Department. Jesus Angel Cortez was arrested in a separate incident Sunday evening in El Paso. He faces one count of shooting at [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-man-arrested-in-el-paso-after-unprovoked-drive-by-shooting-injures-father-son-in-las-cruces/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-man-arrested-in-el-paso-after-unprovoked-drive-by-shooting-injures-father-son-in-las-cruces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury convicts 2 men of killing woman in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A jury on Monday convicted two men of second-degree murder in the March 2024 killing of a woman in Albuquerque. David Haro and Joshua Dominguez confronted Sarah Dimas, then chased her and attacked her after accusing her of breaking into Dominguez&rsquo;s car at the apartment complex where they lived near Indian School [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-convicts-2-men-of-killing-woman-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-convicts-2-men-of-killing-woman-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotter temperatures move into New Mexico throughout the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A monsoon pattern will continue across New Mexico this week, bringing above average temperatures and isolated to scattered afternoon and evening showers and storms. The greatest potential for storms will be mainly focused over the higher terrain before storms drift into nearby valleys and plains. Most storms should be relatively short-lived, but locally heavy rainfall, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-move-into-new-mexico-throughout-the-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hotter-temperatures-move-into-new-mexico-throughout-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Easy link to classes': Important bus route for UNM students and staff returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A vital bus route for commuting UNM students and staff is back on Monday after a summer hiatus. Route 790 is ready to hit the road once more, offering connection from the Westside to the University area and major destinations in Old Town and downtown.&nbsp; &ldquo;Route 790 is nostalgic for graduates who [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/easy-link-to-classes-important-bus-route-for-unm-students-and-staff-returns/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/easy-link-to-classes-important-bus-route-for-unm-students-and-staff-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You can now earn an 'influencer' degree, but is it worth it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Digital media and the people who star in it have been cultural mainstays for teens&rsquo; entire lives, so creating social media, video or podcast content seems a natural, albeit nontraditional, career path. And now they can&nbsp;earn a college degree&nbsp;in that very field.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/you-can-now-earn-an-influencer-degree-but-is-it-worth-it/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/you-can-now-earn-an-influencer-degree-but-is-it-worth-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What did Hayden Panettiere reveal in her memoir?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Panettiere wrote candidly about experiencing postpartum depression after giving birth to her daughter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-did-hayden-panettiere-reveal-in-her-memoir/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-did-hayden-panettiere-reveal-in-her-memoir/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclospora outbreaks with no confirmed sources grow: FDA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 14,000 cases of cyclospora have been confirmed in the U.S., according to the CDC. Last year, the U.S. saw fewer than 2,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyclospora-outbreaks-with-no-confirmed-sources-grow-fda/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cyclospora-outbreaks-with-no-confirmed-sources-grow-fda/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frozen dog food recalled after FDA inspection reveals salmonella contamination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dogs infected with salmonella could potentially suffer from symptoms such as vomiting, dehydration and severe watery or bloody diarrhea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frozen-dog-food-recalled-after-fda-inspection-reveals-salmonella-contamination/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frozen-dog-food-recalled-after-fda-inspection-reveals-salmonella-contamination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman fends off bear, self-rescues after attack in Alaska]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's just the latest bear encounter reported in Alaska this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-fends-off-bear-self-rescues-after-attack-in-alaska/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/woman-fends-off-bear-self-rescues-after-attack-in-alaska/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tupac Shakur murder trial kicks off with opening statements]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tupac Shakur was killed during a stoplight ambush late on Sept. 7, 1996.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tupac-shakur-murder-trial-kicks-off-with-opening-statements/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/tupac-shakur-murder-trial-kicks-off-with-opening-statements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LA street takeover acts as cover while thieves ransack liquor store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dozens of people ransacked a Bellflower, California, business early Saturday while a massive street takeover clogged a nearby intersection, authorities said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/la-street-takeover-acts-as-cover-while-thieves-ransack-liquor-store/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/la-street-takeover-acts-as-cover-while-thieves-ransack-liquor-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Want to 'live comfortably' in your state? How much you have to earn, per a new study]]></title><description><![CDATA[What it costs to "live comfortably" varies based on where you live and how large your family is, a new study shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/want-to-live-comfortably-in-your-state-how-much-you-have-to-earn-per-a-new-study/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/want-to-live-comfortably-in-your-state-how-much-you-have-to-earn-per-a-new-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Have you been 'Flocked'? Here's how to find out]]></title><description><![CDATA[A match does not mean someone was under investigation &mdash; only that the plate was searched.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/have-you-been-flocked-heres-how-to-find-out/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/have-you-been-flocked-heres-how-to-find-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary hosts annual art show Aug. 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary works to support senior animals. This month, the organization will be holding its biggest fundraiser of the year with its annual art show. Ulla Pedersen, Founder and Director of Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary, and volunteer Patti Herson stopped by the FOX 505 Feed to talk about the event and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kindred-spirits-animal-sanctuary-hosts-annual-art-show-aug-22/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kindred-spirits-animal-sanctuary-hosts-annual-art-show-aug-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest man accused of deadly shooting in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Police have arrested a man following a deadly shooting that took place Monday morning in southeast Albuquerque. APD homicide detectives charged Kwamie L&rsquo;Shuan Williamson for the shooting death of Juan Lopez. SWAT officers arrested Williamson late Monday, police said. Officers initially responded to the 100 block of San Pablo St. SE after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-arrest-man-accused-of-deadly-shooting-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-arrest-man-accused-of-deadly-shooting-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man killed in southeast Albuquerque shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Police are investigating a deadly shooting that took place Monday morning in southeast Albuquerque. Officers responeded to the 100 block of San Pablo St. SE after getting a 911 call about a shooting around 5 a.m. When officers arrived at the scene near Bell Avenue, they found a man with a gunshot [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-southeast-albuquerque-shooting/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-southeast-albuquerque-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Central Ave. eastbound closed at 104th Street due to crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Central Avenue eastbound is closed at 104th Street due to a crash Monday morning, the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said. BCSO said the crash involved a vehicle and a pedestrian on eastbound Central Avenue. Drivers are asked to seek an alternative route.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/central-ave-eastbound-closed-at-104th-street-due-to-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/central-ave-eastbound-closed-at-104th-street-due-to-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD: Pedestrian killed in westside crash; driver arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A pedestrian was killed in a crash involving a vehicle on Albuquerque's westside Monday morning. Albuquerque Police responded to reports of the crash around 7:30 a.m. in the area of Central Avenue and 106th&nbsp;St. NW. The pedestrian, an adult man, was deceased at the scene. Through the investigation, police learned that the victim [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-pedestrian-killed-in-westside-crash-driver-arrested/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-pedestrian-killed-in-westside-crash-driver-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD: Pedestrian killed in westside crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A pedestrian was killed in a crash involving a vehicle on Albuquerque's westside Monday morning. Albuquerque Police responded to reports of the crash around 7:30 a.m. in the area of Central Avenue and 106th&nbsp;St. NW. The pedestrian, an adult man, was deceased at the scene. Eastbound Central Avenue was closed Monday morning as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-pedestrian-killed-in-westside-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-pedestrian-killed-in-westside-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Spider-Man' stays on top of box office while two dino movies battle for third]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two very different dinosaur movies devoured a modest chunk of the North American box office this weekend, although neither came close to unseating&nbsp;&ldquo;Spider-Man&rdquo;.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spider-man-stays-on-top-of-box-office-while-two-dino-movies-battle-for-third/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spider-man-stays-on-top-of-box-office-while-two-dino-movies-battle-for-third/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kansas man fatally struck by lightning while hiking closed area of Mount Etna]]></title><description><![CDATA[An American tourist was killed by a lightning strike on&nbsp;Sicily's&nbsp;Mount Etna while hiking in an area that was closed to visitors due to recent volcanic activity, Italian firefighters said Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kansas-man-fatally-struck-by-lightning-while-hiking-closed-area-of-mount-etna/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/kansas-man-fatally-struck-by-lightning-while-hiking-closed-area-of-mount-etna/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repeat DWI offender arrested again in Las Vegas]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; What began as a driver simply running a stop sign quickly turned into a drunk driving arrest in Las Vegas. Last month, New Mexico State Police pulled over Jake Porter Jr. after they say he blew through a stop sign in front of an officer. The officer conducting the traffic stop [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/repeat-dwi-offender-arrested-again-in-las-vegas/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/repeat-dwi-offender-arrested-again-in-las-vegas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video shows moments leading up to shooting, Mora police shooting, Isolated storms, Frijoles Fire, Red &amp; Green Veg Fest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] New video shows moments leading up to fatal shooting outside Albuquerque smoke shop - Police are still trying to piece together what led to the shooting and death of a man in southeast Albuquerque. Police say Charles Richards shot and killed Dominic Hernandez outside of a smoke shop [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-moments-leading-up-to-shooting-mora-police-shooting-isolated-storms-frijoles-fire-red-amp-green-veg-fest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-moments-leading-up-to-shooting-mora-police-shooting-isolated-storms-frijoles-fire-red-amp-green-veg-fest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New video shows moments leading up to fatal shooting outside Albuquerque smoke shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; As police piece together what led up to a man being shot to death in the middle of an Albuquerque road, new video shows the moments leading up to the incident. Albuquerque police say Charles Richards shot and killed Dominic Hernandez outside of a smoke shop near Central and Louisiana. But as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-video-shows-moments-leading-up-to-fatal-shooting-outside-albuquerque-smoke-shop/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-video-shows-moments-leading-up-to-fatal-shooting-outside-albuquerque-smoke-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eddy County deputies investigate fatal hit-and-run in Artesia]]></title><description><![CDATA[ARTESIA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)- The Eddy County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal hit-and-run that took place in Artesia on Saturday. Deputies arrived at the crash at the intersection of US Highway 285 and 26th Street. Authorities say 51-year-old Jaime Wesson died in the collision, but the other driver has yet to be found. Details are limited [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eddy-county-deputies-investigate-fatal-hit-and-run-in-artesia/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eddy-county-deputies-investigate-fatal-hit-and-run-in-artesia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Stick 2026 – Week 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four schools go head-to-head in this fierce match to determine who has the most&nbsp;SPIRIT.&nbsp;The winning school will be featured on&nbsp;New Mexico Friday Night Football&nbsp;with their fully decked-out&nbsp;Spirit Stick. Spread the word &ndash; whoever gets the most votes receives the Spirit Stick! You have a chance to vote hourly each week, beginning Monday at 6 a.m. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-stick-2026-week-1/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-stick-2026-week-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cora Dey shares how she adds whimsy into her life online and beyond; The Influencers]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; In this episode of The Influencers, digital producer and host Mercedes Gonzales-Bazan sits down with content creator Cora Stidham, @cora_dey and @overdressedinabq. Stidham's social media focuses on life in Albuquerque, fashion, and how to add whimsy to your days. They discuss the evolution of her online journey and her recent and rapid [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cora-dey-shares-how-she-adds-whimsy-into-her-life-online-and-beyond-the-influencers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cora-dey-shares-how-she-adds-whimsy-into-her-life-online-and-beyond-the-influencers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A street racing accident takes a church leader from his community; New Mexico Crime Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; In 2021, a Bernalillo County deputy arrives on the scene of a fatal accident on a dark rural South Valley road. Several witnesses interviewed on scene that evening report that two vehicles were racing over 80 MPH, well over the 55 MPH speed limit. One of the racers, a Ford F-150 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-street-racing-accident-takes-a-church-leader-from-his-community-new-mexico-crime-files/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-street-racing-accident-takes-a-church-leader-from-his-community-new-mexico-crime-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ice Bucket Challenge held in Nob Hill to raise awareness for ALS]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An old internet trend has been making a comeback. People from across the metro gathered at M'tucci's in Nob Hill to complete the Ice Bucket Challenge. To raise awareness for ALS, a neurological disease that affects muscle movement. It was the 3rd annual event put on by ALS New Mexico. The event [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ice-bucket-challenge-held-in-nob-hill-to-raise-awareness-for-als/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ice-bucket-challenge-held-in-nob-hill-to-raise-awareness-for-als/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cato 2 Fire burns 2,080 acres southeast New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Officials are working to contain the Cato 2 Fire in southeast New Mexico. The Cato 2 Fire is located in Chaves County, northeast of Roswell. The fire has burned 2,080 acres in size, but is now 60% contained. The fire is believed to have been caused by lightning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cato-2-fire-burns-2080-acres-southeast-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cato-2-fire-burns-2080-acres-southeast-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cato 2 Fire burned 2,080 acres in southeast New Mexico and is 100% contained]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Officials have contained the Cato 2 Fire in southeast New Mexico. The Cato 2 Fire is located in Chaves County, northeast of Roswell. The fire has burned 2,080 acres in size, and is 100% contained. The announcement of containment was made on Monday. The fire is believed to have been caused by [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cato-2-fire-burned-2080-acres-in-southeast-new-mexico-and-is-100-contained/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cato-2-fire-burned-2080-acres-in-southeast-new-mexico-and-is-100-contained/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36, reports say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Panettiere has a daughter, Kaya, whom she shares with her former fianc&eacute;, professional boxer Wladimir Klitschko.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/actress-hayden-panettiere-dies-at-36-reports-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/actress-hayden-panettiere-dies-at-36-reports-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is a peanut butter pay raise, and why you may not get one next year]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may feel early to be looking ahead to any pay raise in 2027, but some employers appear to be gearing up for increases unlike those they've rolled out in the past.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-a-peanut-butter-pay-raise-and-why-you-may-not-get-one-next-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-is-a-peanut-butter-pay-raise-and-why-you-may-not-get-one-next-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 60-day deadline for an Iran peace deal is expiring: Where things stand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both sides have dug in, hoping the other will blink first. So far, neither has.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-60-day-deadline-for-an-iran-peace-deal-is-expiring-where-things-stand/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-60-day-deadline-for-an-iran-peace-deal-is-expiring-where-things-stand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blanche refuses to pledge DOJ will always act independently of White House]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blanche also said he would &ldquo;of course&rdquo; take the president&rsquo;s view into consideration before taking action, noting he hoped &ldquo;every attorney general in history would not answer that question differently.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blanche-refuses-to-pledge-doj-will-always-act-independently-of-white-house/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/blanche-refuses-to-pledge-doj-will-always-act-independently-of-white-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flock tries to quell surveillance fears as questions pile up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flock Safety is&nbsp;facing a growing backlash&nbsp;across the country from communities and civil liberties advocates concerned over the surveillance technology company&rsquo;s network of AI-powered license plate readers.&nbsp;&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flock-tries-to-quell-surveillance-fears-as-questions-pile-up/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/flock-tries-to-quell-surveillance-fears-as-questions-pile-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family receives mysterious texts after woman goes missing in Las Vegas]]></title><description><![CDATA[An East Coast family said they're desperate to find their family member, 63-year-old Alisa Goods, who was reported missing on August 10. The family later received text messages from her phone, asking for payment in Bitcoin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-receives-mysterious-texts-after-woman-goes-missing-in-las-vegas/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-receives-mysterious-texts-after-woman-goes-missing-in-las-vegas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bear breaks into Kentucky home, eats KFC]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Kentucky woman warned others to secure their doors and remove food scraps after a large bear broke into her home early Thursday morning, shattering a glass table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bear-breaks-into-kentucky-home-eats-kfc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bear-breaks-into-kentucky-home-eats-kfc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump pushes Senate to vote on permanent daylight saving time bill 'as soon as possible']]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump on Saturday again urged senators to vote on a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, a measure some Republicans in the upper chamber oppose.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-pushes-senate-to-vote-on-permanent-daylight-saving-time-bill-as-soon-as-possible/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-pushes-senate-to-vote-on-permanent-daylight-saving-time-bill-as-soon-as-possible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evenflo recalling 23K infant car seats, citing calibration issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Baby and childcare products company Evenflo is issuing a voluntary recall for select models of its Revolve180 LiteMax NXT infant car seat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evenflo-recalling-23k-infant-car-seats-citing-calibration-issue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/evenflo-recalling-23k-infant-car-seats-citing-calibration-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in Virginia State University shooting arrested, found hiding in closet]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 19-year-old man has been arrested as a suspect in the shooting of five people at Virginia State University after he was found hiding in a closet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-in-virginia-state-university-shooting-arrested-found-hiding-in-closet/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-in-virginia-state-university-shooting-arrested-found-hiding-in-closet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are mass layoffs coming? Most states let you check &ndash; here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[Companies aren't legally allowed to keep mass layoffs a secret. Here's how you can tell if your company has plans to cut jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/are-mass-layoffs-coming-most-states-let-you-check-ndash-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/are-mass-layoffs-coming-most-states-let-you-check-ndash-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Visiting a nudist resort or restaurant? Be prepared to follow these rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sick and tired of putting on pants before your many social engagements? You&rsquo;re not alone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/visiting-a-nudist-resort-or-restaurant-be-prepared-to-follow-these-rules/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/visiting-a-nudist-resort-or-restaurant-be-prepared-to-follow-these-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plastic fork made of sugar? It could help minimize harmful microplastics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alternatives to traditional plastics made of fossil fuels are seen by some as one of many solutions needed to confront&nbsp;global plastic pollution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/plastic-fork-made-of-sugar-it-could-help-minimize-harmful-microplastics/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/plastic-fork-made-of-sugar-it-could-help-minimize-harmful-microplastics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to make the most of parent-teacher conferences during back-to-school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today's school conferences are sometimes 15 to 20 minutes, with little time for parents to ask their own questions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-to-make-the-most-of-parent-teacher-conferences-during-back-to-school/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-to-make-the-most-of-parent-teacher-conferences-during-back-to-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby jumpers, swings recalled from Walmart, Amazon after injury reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled products and contact the company to obtain a refund.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/baby-jumpers-swings-recalled-from-walmart-amazon-after-injury-reports/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/baby-jumpers-swings-recalled-from-walmart-amazon-after-injury-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crushing season begins for wineries across the state]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Work is picking up for local wineries across the state, as crushing season begins and fresh wine starts to ferment. KRQE went up North to Viv&aacute;c Winery for a behind-the-scenes look at the process. It's officially busy season at Viv&aacute;c Winery in Dixon, New Mexico. "We go about, I don't know, two [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crushing-season-begins-for-wineries-across-the-state/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crushing-season-begins-for-wineries-across-the-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Families devastated after flooding at Fairview Memorial Park damages graves]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Dozens of family members are devastated after finding their loved ones' graves flooded at Fairview Memorial Park in southeast Albuquerque on Yale near Coal. About 18 graves at the cemetery were flooded Sunday morning and sunken in, after families say a sprinkler system was left on Friday through the weekend. In desperation, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/families-devastated-after-flooding-at-fairview-memorial-park-damages-graves/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/families-devastated-after-flooding-at-fairview-memorial-park-damages-graves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isolated storms and hotter temperatures continue across New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A monsoon pattern will continue across New Mexico this week, bringing above average temperatures and isolated to scattered afternoon and evening showers and storms. The greatest potential for storms will be mainly focused over the higher terrain before storms drift into nearby valleys and plains. Most storms should be relatively short-lived, but locally heavy rainfall, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-storms-and-hotter-temperatures-continue-across-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/isolated-storms-and-hotter-temperatures-continue-across-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trending warmer this week with monsoon storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was an active weather day for New Mexico. Strong to severe storms developed across northeast New Mexico bringing small hail, damaging winds and localized heavy rainfall. Sunday's forecast also had flash flooding for several areas in eastern and southern New Mexico. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued more than 30 flood alerts today due [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trending-warmer-this-week-with-monsoon-storms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trending-warmer-this-week-with-monsoon-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico United wins 11th straight, gets revenge against FC Tulsa]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;New Mexico United's historic run continues. United extended its winning streak to 11 straight matches with a one-goal victory over FC Tulsa, earning a measure of revenge against the same team that ended New Mexico's postseason run last year. The victory marked United's first win over Tulsa since 2023. The clubs went 0-3 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-wins-11th-straight-gets-revenge-against-fc-tulsa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-united-wins-11th-straight-gets-revenge-against-fc-tulsa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday Night Football Preview Show 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;The high school football season is officially here in New Mexico, and there are plenty of storylines to follow across the state's classifications. Sports Director Van Tate and Sports Reporter Jared Chester previewed the upcoming season, including the impact of a new one-time transfer rule, defending state champions and several teams looking to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-preview-show-2026/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friday-night-football-preview-show-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More monsoon showers, storms ahead for Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good evening! Active weather has been the theme for many locations across New Mexico to start the week. Storms were slow moving or nearly stationary dropping locally heavy rainfall. This prompted several Flood Advisories and Flash Flood Warnings to be issued from the National Weather Service (NWS). More than 30 flood alerts have been issued [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-monsoon-showers-storms-ahead-for-monday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-monsoon-showers-storms-ahead-for-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMSP investigating officer-involved shooting in Mora]]></title><description><![CDATA[MORA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Mora on Sunday. Police said the shooting took place following a domestic violence incident and that the suspect was injured and taken into custody. No officers were injured. NMSP said to expect heavy law enforcement near and to avoid NM 518 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsp-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-in-mora/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsp-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-in-mora/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I-40 east reopens near Wyoming Boulevard in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Interstate 40 east is back open after being closed near Wyoming Boulevard in Albuquerque Sunday morning, Albuquerque Police said. Officers responded to a person on the overpass and shut down the highway out of precaution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-east-reopens-near-wyoming-boulevard-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-east-reopens-near-wyoming-boulevard-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I-40 east closed near Wyoming Boulevard in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Interstate 40 east is closed near Wyoming Boulevard in Albuquerque Sunday morning due to ongoing police activity, Albuquerque Police said. Drivers are advised to avoid the area, expect delays, and seek alternate routes. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-east-closed-near-wyoming-boulevard-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-east-closed-near-wyoming-boulevard-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue into the workweek with hotter temperatures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm coverage will become more scattered this afternoon, especially across northern, central, and western New Mexico. Storms will move more slowly, increasing the risk for locally heavy rainfall and flash flooding. Active weather will continue for Monday afternoon as temperatures heat back above average. This will be do to high pressure strengthening over the desert [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-into-the-workweek-with-hotter-temperatures/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-into-the-workweek-with-hotter-temperatures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque High Bulldogs enter 2026 season with confidence after strong summer preparation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;High school football season is just around the corner, and the Albuquerque High Bulldogs are entering the 2026 campaign with plenty of confidence after a productive summer. The Bulldogs have spent the offseason emphasizing physicality, strength and conditioning as they prepare to take the field next week. Head coach Desmond Anaya said the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-high-bulldogs-enter-2026-season-with-confidence-after-strong-summer-preparation/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-high-bulldogs-enter-2026-season-with-confidence-after-strong-summer-preparation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobos see promising signs from rushing attack, defense during Saturday scrimmage]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;With the 2026 season approaching, New Mexico football gave fans an early look at what the Lobos could bring to the field during a Saturday morning scrimmage at University Stadium. The Lobos' Red and White teams went head-to-head, giving players an opportunity to compete in a game-like setting while coaches evaluated the team's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-see-promising-signs-from-rushing-attack-defense-during-saturday-scrimmage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-see-promising-signs-from-rushing-attack-defense-during-saturday-scrimmage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances pick up on Sunday for New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good evening! Isolated showers and storms developed on Saturday across eastern New Mexico and around the Gila. A few of those thunderstorms were on the stronger side in northeast corner of the state today. Those storms brought heavy downpours, strong winds and small hail to a few counties. Tonight, a few of those showers and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-pick-up-on-sunday-for-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-pick-up-on-sunday-for-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Albuquerque bookstore looks to bring fans of romance genre together]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; As social media trends are pushing more people to read, a first-of-its kind book store is now open in Albuquerque, bringing in long lines of readers. Beyond the scent of fresh books, Vellum &amp; Vine's owner, Shyann Reichard, said the space is meant to open the door to a community already ramping [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-albuquerque-bookstore-looks-to-bring-fans-of-romance-genre-together/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-albuquerque-bookstore-looks-to-bring-fans-of-romance-genre-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller delivers his 9th State of the City address]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller is promising a new way of government in his annual State of the City address. The mayor touted new initiatives that will change how easily people can use city resources. Mayor Keller typically speaks about success and challenges he is taking on in the city, but this year was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-mayor-tim-keller-delivers-his-9th-state-of-the-city-address/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-mayor-tim-keller-delivers-his-9th-state-of-the-city-address/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools installs nearly 100 vape detectors at its 13 high schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Albuquerque Public Schools recently installed 93 vape detectors at its 13 high schools, all in an effort to cut down on teen vaping. "It's becoming a problem," APS parent Valerie Lallement said. "They're getting the vapes, they're coming to school, and it's becoming a distraction." The devices were installed in student restrooms, which [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-installs-nearly-100-vape-detectors-at-its-13-high-schools/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 04:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-installs-nearly-100-vape-detectors-at-its-13-high-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandia Peak Tramway hosts Route 66 Centennial celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Car enthusiasts gathered at the Sandia Tramway for the final Street Cars and Cable Cars show on Saturday. The Route 66 Centennial celebrations had guests at the base of the Tram for a car show featuring vintage, street, super, and collector cars of all types that drive the Mother Road. "We have [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-peak-tramway-hosts-route-66-centennial-celebration/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 04:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandia-peak-tramway-hosts-route-66-centennial-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embudo Hills Park receives upgraded playground]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Embudo Hills Park has a new playground. Parents, kids, and Albuquerque city leaders gathered to officially open the upgraded jungle gym on Saturday. The park was originally built in the 1980s, making it the oldest park in Albuquerque's 9th City Council District. The upgraded playground includes a new climbing set, slides, swing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/embudo-hills-park-receives-upgraded-playground/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 03:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/embudo-hills-park-receives-upgraded-playground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eddy County Sheriff's Office investigating after juvenile shot and killed]]></title><description><![CDATA[EDDY COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Eddy County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating the death of a minor who was shot and killed in Loving. Details are limited, and deputies said because of the victim's age, they're not releasing any identifying information. Anyone with information is asked to call the ECSO Detective Division at 575-887-7551 or 844-786-7227. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eddy-county-sheriffs-office-investigating-after-juvenile-shot-and-killed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/eddy-county-sheriffs-office-investigating-after-juvenile-shot-and-killed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fewer storms move in throughout the weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated thunderstorms will develop once again this afternoon. A Flash Flood Watch goes into effect from 11 AM to 6 PM. A few storms could become strong to severe across northeastern New Mexico, bringing large hail, damaging wind gusts and heavy rainfall. Storm coverage should become more scattered Sunday afternoon, especially across northern, central, and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-storms-move-in-throughout-the-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-storms-move-in-throughout-the-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue this weekend across parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will continue to bring showers and thunderstorms to parts of New Mexico through the weekend. Locally heavy rainfall could cause flash flooding, especially around recent burn scars. More showers and storms have developed Friday afternoon. These storms will continue to spread into central, northern, and eastern New Mexico through the evening. Storms have [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-this-weekend-across-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 06:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-this-weekend-across-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Issue with guard rails on Albuquerque welcome sign leads to months-long road closures]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The City of Albuquerque celebrated a new welcome sign last month, but lanes near it are still closed. The city told KRQE News 13 that a mistake is causing more traffic delays. Near the area on Central and Tramway, drivers are welcomed by a new sign. The Route 66 East Gateway sign was [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/issue-with-guard-rails-on-albuquerque-welcome-sign-leads-to-months-long-road-closures/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 06:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/issue-with-guard-rails-on-albuquerque-welcome-sign-leads-to-months-long-road-closures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Heritage Rail hopes to turn steam engine into tourist attraction]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A 23-year restoration project is now in the books. A group of volunteers has recently finished restoring the 2926 steam engine in Albuquerque. "We had to take apart a lot of pieces, descale things, remove rust, paint a lot of things, make new parts," said New Mexico Heritage Rail board member John [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-heritage-rail-hopes-to-turn-steam-engine-into-tourist-attraction/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-heritage-rail-hopes-to-turn-steam-engine-into-tourist-attraction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Environment Department proposing rule aimed at finding large methane leaks]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Environment Department has proposed a new rule aimed at cutting down on pollution from natural gas. The department is asking the Environmental Improvement Board to implement a rule creating a new program to find large methane leaks at oil and gas operations. It would allow environment officials to work [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-environment-department-proposing-rule-aimed-at-finding-large-methane-leaks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-environment-department-proposing-rule-aimed-at-finding-large-methane-leaks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe Indian Market taking proactive approach to protect visitors from smoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; One of Santa Fe's biggest events of the summer is also being met with some of the worst air quality northern New Mexico's seen all year from a nearby wildfire. Event organizers and vendors with the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts' Santa Fe Indian Market say even though it's smoky, the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-indian-market-taking-proactive-approach-to-protect-visitors-from-smoke/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-indian-market-taking-proactive-approach-to-protect-visitors-from-smoke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue for parts of New Mexico this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon moisture will continue to bring showers and thunderstorms to parts of New Mexico through the weekend. Locally heavy rainfall could cause flash flooding, especially around recent burn scars. More showers and storms have developed Friday afternoon. These storms will continue to spread into central, northern, and eastern New Mexico through the evening. Storms have [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools rolls out weapons detectors at sporting events]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Amid growing concerns about guns on school campuses, Albuquerque Public Schools is rolling out a new initiative at some sporting events to make sure deadly weapons stay out. The district said it's to protect everyone in attendance. &ldquo;It's not going to be any different from going to a Lobo football or [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-rolls-out-weapons-detectors-at-sporting-events/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-rolls-out-weapons-detectors-at-sporting-events/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As harvest begins, New Mexico Chile Association says crop looks good but had some setbacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; The unmistakable aroma of roasting green chile is just starting up, but as harvest season officially begins for farmers, industry leaders said this season hasn't been without challenges, from high temps to low water. Filling buckets and roasters, a New Mexico icon is back again. "Our crop this year is looking [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/as-harvest-begins-new-mexico-chile-association-says-crop-looks-good-but-had-some-setbacks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/as-harvest-begins-new-mexico-chile-association-says-crop-looks-good-but-had-some-setbacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How did a partnership with Blake's Lotaburger and a Japanese fashion brand come together?]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; What do Blake's Lotaburger and Japanese fashion brand Beams Plus have in common? More than you might think. Three years ago, Beams Plus executives reached out to Blake's for the simple reason that they love the way Blake's Lotaburger's burgers taste. "They would regularly eat Lotaburger on their buying trip. So they [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-did-a-partnership-with-blakes-lotaburger-and-a-japanese-fashion-brand-come-together/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-did-a-partnership-with-blakes-lotaburger-and-a-japanese-fashion-brand-come-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Police: License plate readers have helped solve 13 murder cases in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Police Department is crediting license plate readers with helping to solve 13 murder cases this year. The automated license plate readers capture images of license plates on passing vehicles and convert the images to text. That information is then used to compare data to a list of plates associated with [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-license-plate-readers-have-helped-solve-13-murder-cases-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-license-plate-readers-have-helped-solve-13-murder-cases-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Mayor to hold annual State of the City address on Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller is set to make his annual State of the City address this weekend. The State of the City address is where he will reflect on the past year of his term and highlight some of the most important things that will be happening going forward. Mayor Keller will [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-mayor-to-hold-annual-state-of-the-city-address-on-saturday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-mayor-to-hold-annual-state-of-the-city-address-on-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque expanding available hours for people to rent city spaces]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; City of Albuquerque leaders are starting a new program that allows people to more easily rent city spaces for their own personal events. Many of these spaces were already open to rent out, but only on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Now, they're expanding that availability. "We're announcing a way [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-expanding-available-hours-for-people-to-rent-city-spaces/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-expanding-available-hours-for-people-to-rent-city-spaces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Environmental activists appeal decision to remove Sagebrush lizard from endangered list]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Environmental activists are pushing back against the Trump Administration after another southwestern animal was removed from the endangered species list. In 2024, the Biden Administration put the Dunes Sagebrush lizard on the endangered species list. The State of Texas appealed the decision to the Trump Administration, who decided to remove the protections [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/environmental-activists-appeal-decision-to-remove-sagebrush-lizard-from-endangered-list/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/environmental-activists-appeal-decision-to-remove-sagebrush-lizard-from-endangered-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State opens new substance abuse treatment facility in Las Vegas]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute is set to open a new substance abuse treatment facility in Las Vegas. The Epi-Duran Substance Abuse Treatment facility will help people in need of both detox and residential care. The 16,340 square-foot facility, located across the street from the NMBHI, is scheduled to open [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-opens-new-substance-abuse-treatment-facility-in-las-vegas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-opens-new-substance-abuse-treatment-facility-in-las-vegas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man killed in Clovis dirt bike crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[CLOVIS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Police are investigating a deadly dirt bike crash in Clovis. Clovis Police said Friday at approximately 12:15 A.M., the department received a report of a missing adult man. Family members reported that Raul Jimenez, 31, had left the previous afternoon to ride his dirt bike and had not returned home. Shortly after [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-clovis-dirt-bike-crash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-killed-in-clovis-dirt-bike-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge rules Albuquerque murder suspect will remain behind bars]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; An Albuquerque man accused of stabbing, shooting and killing another man at his home will remain behind bars while awaiting trial. Collin Terrazas is accused of killing 34-year-old Dante Conley at his home on Arizona St. between Lomas Blvd and Marble Ave., N.E. Court documents say the suspect tried to light a fire [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-rules-albuquerque-murder-suspect-will-remain-behind-bars/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/judge-rules-albuquerque-murder-suspect-will-remain-behind-bars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury finds Sheryl Williams Stapleton guilty on federal charges in corruption trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A jury has found former New Mexico lawmaker Sheryl Williams Stapleton and her co-conspirator Joseph Johnson guilty on all counts. Stapleton was facing 37 federal charges, including fraud, bribery, and money laundering. Johnson was facing 31 federal charges, including fraud and money laundering. After beginning deliberation Thursday afternoon, the jury came to a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-finds-sheryl-williams-stapleton-guilty-on-federal-charges-in-corruption-trial/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-finds-sheryl-williams-stapleton-guilty-on-federal-charges-in-corruption-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirro announces charges in WWII vandalism case]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect has been taken into custody for allegedly vandalizing the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pirro-announces-charges-in-wwii-vandalism-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pirro-announces-charges-in-wwii-vandalism-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Heart Walk and Run raises awareness and funds for heart health]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The American Heart Association is inviting the community to the 2026 New Mexico Heart Walk and 5k Run. The annual event helps raise awareness and support in the fight against heart disease. This year's event will take place September 19, at Avanyu Plaza at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Check in for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-heart-walk-and-run-raises-awareness-and-funds-for-heart-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-heart-walk-and-run-raises-awareness-and-funds-for-heart-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listeria risk prompts recall of soup kit sold at Walmart stores in 29 states, including New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federal health officials report that a Maryland-based company is recalling soup kits sold in stores nationwide due to possible listeria contamination.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/listeria-risk-prompts-recall-of-soup-kit-sold-at-walmart-stores-in-29-states-including-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/listeria-risk-prompts-recall-of-soup-kit-sold-at-walmart-stores-in-29-states-including-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque launches permitting, inspection dashboard]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque has launched a new dashboard dedicated to tracking&nbsp;its permitting process. The Construction Permit &amp; Inspection Dashboard provides average construction permit issuance and inspection times, giving applicants more predictability when planning projects. The dashboard&rsquo;s data is tracked daily and updated weekly on the city&rsquo;s website and on digital displays [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-launches-permitting-inspection-dashboard/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-launches-permitting-inspection-dashboard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West End Productions presents: "The River"]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;West End Productions&nbsp;is a local nonprofit community theatre company. The group is getting ready for its latest production &ldquo;The River.&rdquo; This haunting work by Tony and Oliver-Award winning playwright Jez Butterworth opens August 28 at the North Fourth Theatre.&nbsp; The performance follows a man as he brings his new girlfriend to a secluded [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/west-end-productions-presents-the-river/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/west-end-productions-presents-the-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overnight construction set to take place on I-40 east of Grants]]></title><description><![CDATA[GRANTS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Night construction work will begin Sunday on a more than $1.8 million roadway rehabilitation project on Interstate 40 east of Grants. The New Mexico Department of Transportation District Six along with Albuquerque Asphalt Inc., will be working on I-40 in both the eastbound and westbound directions between mile markers 118 and 126. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/overnight-construction-set-to-take-place-on-i-40-east-of-grants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/overnight-construction-set-to-take-place-on-i-40-east-of-grants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ man sentenced to federal prison for aiming laser at BCSO helicopter]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; An Albuquerque man was sentenced to prison for aiming a laser pointer at a Bernalillo County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office helicopter and striking the cockpit over a dozen times. On Oct. 7, 2025,&nbsp;Jorge Armendariz, 48, aimed a green laser pointer at the Bernalillo County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office Metro 1 helicopter while it was flying over [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-man-sentenced-to-federal-prison-for-aiming-laser-at-bcso-helicopter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-man-sentenced-to-federal-prison-for-aiming-laser-at-bcso-helicopter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMSP uses PIT maneuver to stop woman fleeing from law enforcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A woman was arrested after fleeing from law enforcement in Lea County on Wednesday. Christina Clayton was charged with speeding, reckless driving, aggravated assault upon a peace officer with a deadly weapon, and two counts of aggravated fleeing a law enforcement officer. New Mexico State Police assisted the Lea County Sheriff&rsquo;s [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsp-uses-pit-maneuver-to-stop-woman-fleeing-from-law-enforcement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmsp-uses-pit-maneuver-to-stop-woman-fleeing-from-law-enforcement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona Road closing in Bernalillo County for construction]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (Water Authority) will close Barcelona Road SW at Yuma Road to install a new manhole and connections in support of the upcoming Yuma Road Storm Drain Project. A detour will be in place throughout the closure, from Aug. 17 through Aug. 28, directing drivers [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/barcelona-road-closing-in-bernalillo-county-for-construction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/barcelona-road-closing-in-bernalillo-county-for-construction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing: 'I shot Mr. Thompson']]></title><description><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione&nbsp;pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of&nbsp;UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-pleads-guilty-in-unitedhealthcare-ceos-killing-i-shot-mr-thompson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-pleads-guilty-in-unitedhealthcare-ceos-killing-i-shot-mr-thompson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione&nbsp;pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of&nbsp;UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-pleads-guilty-in-unitedhealthcare-ceos-killing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-pleads-guilty-in-unitedhealthcare-ceos-killing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione lawyers say he will plead guilty in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lawyers for Luigi Mangione told a judge Friday that the suspect in the killing of&nbsp;UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson plans to plead guilty to federal stalking charges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-lawyers-say-he-will-plead-guilty-in-unitedhealthcare-ceos-killing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-lawyers-say-he-will-plead-guilty-in-unitedhealthcare-ceos-killing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty Friday in federal case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Accused killer Luigi Mangione will be back in court Friday morning. Sources familiar with the matter have said he is expected to plead guilty in his federal case, which will affect his state case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-expected-to-plead-guilty-friday-in-federal-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-expected-to-plead-guilty-friday-in-federal-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMED expands free well water testing service]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Environment Department is expanding access to free well water testing for New Mexicans who rely on private wells for their drinking water. Under the expanded program, New Mexicans using private wells can now bring water samples to NMED field offices statewide, where staff will screen samples for nitrate, iron [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmed-expands-free-well-water-testing-service/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmed-expands-free-well-water-testing-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fatal crash involving pedestrian closes parts of Broadway in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Broadway Blvd. is closed in both directions at Desert Rd. due to a fatal crash Friday morning, according to a social media post by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. BCSO said the fatal crash involves a pedestrian. Drivers should expect delays in the area. BCSO is advising drivers to use I-25 as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-involving-pedestrian-closes-parts-of-broadway-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-involving-pedestrian-closes-parts-of-broadway-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fatal crash involving pedestrian closes parts of Broadway]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Broadway Blvd. is closed in both directions at Desert Rd. due to a fatal crash Friday morning, according to a social media post by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. BCSO said the fatal crash involves a pedestrian. Drivers should expect delays in the area. BCSO is advising drivers to use I-25 as [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-involving-pedestrian-closes-parts-of-broadway/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fatal-crash-involving-pedestrian-closes-parts-of-broadway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury deliberations, Suspect identified, Rain chances, Frijoles Fire update, Teen's mobile business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] Jury deliberations begin in fraud case against former NM lawmaker - The jury is now deliberating in the corruption trial against former state lawmaker Sheryl Williams Stapleton, accused of stealing millions of dollars from taxpayers. Prosecutors urged the jury to &ldquo;follow the money&rdquo; to see who ultimately benefited. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-deliberations-suspect-identified-rain-chances-frijoles-fire-update-teens-mobile-business/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-deliberations-suspect-identified-rain-chances-frijoles-fire-update-teens-mobile-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Mysterious Stones in Northern New Mexico; New Mexico Strange]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This week on New Mexico Strange KRQE hosts Chad Brummett and Stephanie Chavez sit down with KRQE Executive Producer Chris McKee to talk about a story he did nearly a decade ago in 2017, on mysterious stones found in northern New Mexico that have markings leading to the Knights Templar. Chad, Stephanie, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-mysterious-stones-in-northern-new-mexico-new-mexico-strange/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-mysterious-stones-in-northern-new-mexico-new-mexico-strange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Widespread storms and muggy weather around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty to isolated rain is present with some showers and lightning strikes in some central to northern mountainous areas and surrounding areas, including northern parts of the Rio Grande Valley. Widespread high-level clouds and low-level clouds are present elsewhere with patchy concentrated areas of wildfire smoke haze, mostly in northeastern areas. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/widespread-storms-and-muggy-weather-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/widespread-storms-and-muggy-weather-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOT to begin roadwork in Milan on Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[MILAN, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Transportation said work will begin on Friday on a stretch of road between mile markers 0.2 and 13 on both north and southbound NM 605 in Milan. They said a one-inch overlay will be placed on the road. The more than $2.2 million project is expected to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-to-begin-roadwork-in-milan-on-friday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-to-begin-roadwork-in-milan-on-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain chances return Friday before it turns drier this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Showers and storms will continue across parts of New Mexico Thursday night through Friday. Drier weather returns this weekend, along with warmer temperatures. More storms are popping up across New Mexico Thursday afternoon as monsoon moisture continues to increase across the state. The added moisture is also helping keep temperatures cooler today, with many places [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-chances-return-friday-before-it-turns-drier-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-chances-return-friday-before-it-turns-drier-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM's Jaxton Eck preseason watch list total is up to five]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Another day and another preseason watch list for UNM All- American linebacker Jaxton Eck. On Thursday, the Lobos defensive star learned that he was on the Butkus Award watch list. The Butkus Award is presented to the best linebacker in college football. Semifinalists for the award will be announced in October, with the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unms-jaxton-eck-preseason-watch-list-total-is-up-to-five/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unms-jaxton-eck-preseason-watch-list-total-is-up-to-five/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Public Schools celebrates opening of its first early childhood education center]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;KRQE News 13 got a look inside the new pre-k facility at Albuquerque Public Schools. The district hosted an open house Thursday evening for the Duranes Early Childhood Center, a 36,000-square-foot building featuring classroom clusters, playgrounds, and specialized support wings. It will also function as a lab school for the University of New [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-celebrates-opening-of-its-first-early-childhood-education-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-public-schools-celebrates-opening-of-its-first-early-childhood-education-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobos DE Elijah Brody finds a home on the defensive line]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Elijah Brody has spent much of his time at New Mexico moving around the football field. Now, the Lobos defensive end believes he has finally found a position to call home. The former West Mesa standout arrived at UNM in 2024 after playing quarterback in high school. Since then, Brody has lined [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-de-elijah-brody-finds-a-home-on-the-defensive-line/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-de-elijah-brody-finds-a-home-on-the-defensive-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico seeing more lightning-caused wildfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; It's been a busy summer for New Mexico firefighters with more lightning-sparked fires breaking out in recent weeks. The New Mexico Forestry Division manages and tackles many fires across the state. They said typically, many wildfires are human-caused. But this past month has been unusual with a big factor being weather. It's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-seeing-more-lightning-caused-wildfires/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-seeing-more-lightning-caused-wildfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SUV crashes into home in southeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;It was a stunning scene in southeast Albuquerque on Thursday after an SUV plowed into a building. The crash happened just before 3 p.m. at Gibson and Girard. Albuquerque Fire Rescue said the driver was able to get out of the vehicle themselves and was taken to the hospital. There were also workers [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suv-crashes-into-home-in-southeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suv-crashes-into-home-in-southeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe County holding student 'I Voted' sticker design contest]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; With the November election right around the corner, the Santa Fe County Clerk is bringing back its "I Voted" sticker contest. The clerk is asking students of all grades to submit artwork featuring one of three messages: "I Voted, "Future Voter," and "First-Time Voter". The top three designs will be [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-county-holding-student-i-voted-sticker-design-contest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-county-holding-student-i-voted-sticker-design-contest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho teen opens mobile coffee and matcha business]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A coffee trailer in Rio Rancho is getting attention, including for its owner, a 17-year-old teen who started the mobile business just a few months ago, and it already has a following. Off Northern near Vista Hills in Rio Rancho, a new business is gaining a lot of attention for its drinks, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-teen-opens-mobile-coffee-and-matcha-business/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-teen-opens-mobile-coffee-and-matcha-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PNM ties all time record for its 'Power Savers' program activations which reduces A.C. usage]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Ninety to 100-degree days across New Mexico have a lot of homes pumping the AC, and since 2008, PNM has used its "Power Saver" program to help lessen strain on the grid. "People can ask for, essentially a device we put into your air conditioner that allows PNM to, when needed, when [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-ties-all-time-record-for-its-power-savers-program-activations-which-reduces-ac-usage-2/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-ties-all-time-record-for-its-power-savers-program-activations-which-reduces-ac-usage-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PNM ties all time record for it's 'Power Savers' program activations which reduces A.C. usage]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Ninety to 100-degree days across New Mexico have a lot of homes pumping the AC, and since 2008, PNM has used its "Power Saver" program to help lessen strain on the grid. "People can ask for, essentially a device we put into your air conditioner that allows PNM to, when needed, when [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-ties-all-time-record-for-its-power-savers-program-activations-which-reduces-ac-usage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/pnm-ties-all-time-record-for-its-power-savers-program-activations-which-reduces-ac-usage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black &amp; Yellow Report: United&rsquo;s historic 10-game winning streak and road comeback against Monterey Bay]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; This edition of the Black &amp; Yellow Report breaks down the historic run New Mexico United has been on over the past week. After defeating Monterey Bay FC on the road for the first time in club history, United extended its winning streak to 10 consecutive games &mdash; setting a new club [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-amp-yellow-report-unitedrsquos-historic-10-game-winning-streak-and-road-comeback-against-monterey-bay/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/black-amp-yellow-report-unitedrsquos-historic-10-game-winning-streak-and-road-comeback-against-monterey-bay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and thunderstorm chances continue through Friday across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Showers and storms will continue across parts of New Mexico Thursday night through Friday. Drier weather returns this weekend, along with warmer temperatures. More storms are popping up across New Mexico Thursday afternoon as monsoon moisture continues to increase across the state. The added moisture is also helping keep temperatures cooler today, with many places [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-thunderstorm-chances-continue-through-friday-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-thunderstorm-chances-continue-through-friday-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque makes unused areas in city buildings available to be used as childcare centers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;After the state guaranteed universal childcare for all families in New Mexico, the City of Albuquerque is facing a big challenge - not enough facilities which is why the city is making unused spaces in city-owned buildings in Albuquerque available rent-free for people to start or expand childcare centers. "We want to offer [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-makes-unused-areas-in-city-buildings-available-to-be-used-as-childcare-centers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-makes-unused-areas-in-city-buildings-available-to-be-used-as-childcare-centers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expansion of Wells Park creating community hub, City of Albuquerque says]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; It's now home to the tallest playground slide in Albuquerque, and that's not all the recently renovated Wells Park offers to the community. A year after the city completed construction, the City of Albuquerque's Parks and Recreation Department said the spot has become a hub that lifts up the neighborhood. From [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expansion-of-wells-park-creating-community-hub-city-of-albuquerque-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/expansion-of-wells-park-creating-community-hub-city-of-albuquerque-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Canceled license plate leads to man's 10th DWI arrest in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; What started with a New Mexico State Police officer pulling over a car with a "canceled license plate" quickly took a turn toward a different crime. Body camera video shows how that driver made it no secret that he was drinking and driving. At nearly 9 p.m. on July 30, NMSP pulled [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-canceled-license-plate-leads-to-mans-10th-dwi-arrest-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-canceled-license-plate-leads-to-mans-10th-dwi-arrest-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men charged in Albuquerque murder will stay in jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Two men connected to a deadly shooting last month will also remain behind bars. The Albuquerque Police Department said that last month, a group that included Daniel Tadege, Brandon Davis, and others were waiting outside the smoke shop at Central Ave. and Indiana Street for the victim, Dominic Hernandez. Video showed that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-men-charged-in-albuquerque-murder-will-stay-in-jail/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-men-charged-in-albuquerque-murder-will-stay-in-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury deliberations begin in fraud case against New Mexico lawmaker]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; After listening to hours of testimony over the course of nine days, the jury is now deliberating in the corruption trial against former New Mexico lawmaker Sheryl Williams Stapleton, accused of stealing millions of dollars from taxpayers. In their final push, prosecutors urged the jury to "follow the money" to see who [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-deliberations-begin-in-fraud-case-against-new-mexico-lawmaker/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-deliberations-begin-in-fraud-case-against-new-mexico-lawmaker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of harassing neighbors on Albuquerque's westside to stay in custody until hearing]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The man accused of harassing neighbors on Albuquerque's westside while armed with a weapon will remain in custody. Earlier this week, 60-year-old Kenneth Bair was taking pictures of people's houses in the Ventana Ranch area while carrying an assault style rifle. According to the criminal complaint, he was also caught on security cameras [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-harassing-neighbors-on-albuquerques-westside-to-stay-in-custody-until-hearing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-accused-of-harassing-neighbors-on-albuquerques-westside-to-stay-in-custody-until-hearing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-teacher indicted on new charges; remains jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A former Las Cruces teacher and coach accused of sex crimes against children is now facing more charges after another alleged victim came forward, according to court records. Wyatt Cornelius, 43, is facing two new counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor. According to the New Mexico courts docket, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ex-teacher-indicted-on-new-charges-remains-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ex-teacher-indicted-on-new-charges-remains-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell Police Department announces that license plate readers are now live]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Roswell Police Department announced that license-plate readers are now live in their city. It's part of their new Real Time Crime Center, modeled after the system run by the Albuquerque Police Department. The cameras come from the same company used by APD. The system has been in the works for two years [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-police-department-announces-that-license-plate-readers-are-now-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-police-department-announces-that-license-plate-readers-are-now-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad offering one day only 'Oktoberfest Express' train ride]]></title><description><![CDATA[CHAMA, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad announced a new train ride coming this fall. On September 12, the scenic railroad will begin the Oktoberfest Express, where those aboard will get to experience a German-inspired dinner as they travel from Chama through the San Juan Mountains to Osier Station. You must be 21 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cumbres-and-toltec-scenic-railroad-offering-one-day-only-oktoberfest-express-train-ride/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cumbres-and-toltec-scenic-railroad-offering-one-day-only-oktoberfest-express-train-ride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than 7,000 New Mexico veterans benefit from expanded property tax exemptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; More than 7,000 additional veterans have benefited from expanded property tax exemptions so far in 2026, the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department announced Thursday. From March through June, 7,096 partially disabled veterans received property tax exemptions due to implementation of legislation, House Bill 47 and&nbsp;House Bill 285, signed by Gov. Michelle [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-than-7000-new-mexico-veterans-benefit-from-expanded-property-tax-exemptions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-than-7000-new-mexico-veterans-benefit-from-expanded-property-tax-exemptions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New child care facility opens in Tucumcari]]></title><description><![CDATA[TUCUMCARI, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; &nbsp;A new child care facility opened in Tucumcari this week, marking a major expansion for child care access in Quay County. Turquoise Child Development Center's second location at 1300 S. 6th St. adds licensed capacity for 55 children, more than doubling the program&rsquo;s size and expanding its&nbsp;ability to enroll infants and toddlers. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-child-care-facility-opens-in-tucumcari/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-child-care-facility-opens-in-tucumcari/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon showers, storms ahead for Thursday, Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good afternoon! Cloudier skies this morning were seen across the state and Albuquerque. Showers and storms are forecasted to develop in the afternoon and linger this evening. Showers and storms might be more isolated in nature compared to scattered conditions because of the cloud coverage. A few showers and storms could drop locally heavy rainfall. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-showers-storms-ahead-for-thursday-friday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-showers-storms-ahead-for-thursday-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque puts unused land up for sale, lease]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The City of Albuquerque is looking to put unused city-owned land to use by offering select properties to the public for sale or lease. The city has 188 available properties and depending on location and zoning, the parcels could become new homes, businesses, gardens, parks, event venues, or something entirely new. &ldquo;We [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-puts-unused-land-up-for-sale-lease/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-puts-unused-land-up-for-sale-lease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adult tests positive for measles in Eddy County]]></title><description><![CDATA[EDDY COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An unvaccinated adult in Eddy County has tested positive for measles &ndash; bringing the total number of measles cases in New Mexico so far this year to 18. The individual with measles most likely acquired the infection out-of-state and developed symptoms after arriving in New Mexico, according to the New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/adult-tests-positive-for-measles-in-eddy-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/adult-tests-positive-for-measles-in-eddy-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County partners with Homewise to help residents seeking homeownership]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bernalillo County is working with a nonprofit agency to help residents who think homeownership is out of reach. &ldquo;One of my goals as Assessor is to match residents with affordable homes,&rdquo;&nbsp;said County Assessor Damian Lara in a news release.&nbsp;&ldquo;This partnership with Homewise creates a unique opportunity to create successful homeowners and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-partners-with-homewise-to-help-residents-seeking-homeownership/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-partners-with-homewise-to-help-residents-seeking-homeownership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trader Joe’s has a bunch of new items this month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Snag these new Trader Joe&rsquo;s items before everything becomes pumpkin-spiced in September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trader-joes-has-a-bunch-of-new-items-this-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trader-joes-has-a-bunch-of-new-items-this-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These 3 New Mexico rental companies are part of a rent fixing settlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; Multiple housing rental companies that operate across the United States, including some in New Mexico, have reached a settlement to resolve allegations that the companies conspired with other landlords, using pricing software from RealPage, Inc., to inflate rents, violating federal and state antitrust laws. The class action lawsuit lists 41 companies [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-3-new-mexico-rental-companies-are-part-of-a-rent-fixing-settlement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/these-3-new-mexico-rental-companies-are-part-of-a-rent-fixing-settlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty to federal stalking charges: report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luigi Mangione, accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare&nbsp;CEO Brian Thompson&nbsp;in New York City two years ago, is expected to plead guilty to federal stalking charges on Friday, according to the New York Times.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-expected-to-plead-guilty-to-federal-stalking-charges-report/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luigi-mangione-expected-to-plead-guilty-to-federal-stalking-charges-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury awards $33 million to girls orphaned by California street racers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The twins were traveling home with their parents when street racers slammed into the family's Chevrolet Bolt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-awards-33-million-to-girls-orphaned-by-california-street-racers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/jury-awards-33-million-to-girls-orphaned-by-california-street-racers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Super' El Ni&ntilde;o may be strongest since 1950. When will it peak, hit the US?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an update released Thursday, national forecasters said the odds that this year's El Ni&ntilde;o will reach the highest strength level &ndash;&nbsp;often called a "super" El Ni&ntilde;o &ndash; are now higher than 90%.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/super-el-nintildeo-may-be-strongest-since-1950-when-will-it-peak-hit-the-us/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/super-el-nintildeo-may-be-strongest-since-1950-when-will-it-peak-hit-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know before you go to the 2026 New Mexico State Fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; One of New Mexico's favorite events is coming up. The State Fair is slated for Sept. 10 to 20 this year. If you're planning to head to Expo New Mexico for the fun, here's what you should know before you go. Pricing Deals and discounts are typically announced about a week before [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-to-know-before-you-go-to-the-2026-new-mexico-state-fair/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-to-know-before-you-go-to-the-2026-new-mexico-state-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competency issues, Caregiver pay, Muggy and gusty, Fleeing video, Neon sign park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday's Top Stories Thursday's Five Facts [1] Found incompetent for trial: Repeat-offender crisis continues in New Mexico - Charged with a crime, found incompetent, case dismissed, then accused of another crime. It's a problem prosecutors say they've seen for years, but despite growing concerns about repeat offenders, New Mexico still hasn't created another place for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/competency-issues-caregiver-pay-muggy-and-gusty-fleeing-video-neon-sign-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/competency-issues-caregiver-pay-muggy-and-gusty-fleeing-video-neon-sign-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon storms, muggier, &amp; gusty]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Hardly any rain is present with a few spotty showers with possible lightning strikes in a few mountainous areas of the western region especially. More passing high-level clouds and more low-level clouds are present elsewhere with some wildfire smoke haze, especially in northeastern areas. Some leftover breezy outflow winds are somewhat [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-storms-muggier-amp-gusty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/monsoon-storms-muggier-amp-gusty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Legislature wastes $500,000 on Flamenco dancing; The Barker Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Today's episode of The Barker Files looks back on an investigation from 2014 where investigative reporter Larry Barker uncovered how the New Mexico Legislature wasted half a million dollars on a center for Flamenco dancing. Larry sits down with KRQE anchor Dean Staley to discuss the details of this story and how [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-legislature-wastes-500000-on-flamenco-dancing-the-barker-files/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-legislature-wastes-500000-on-flamenco-dancing-the-barker-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances continue to increase through the end of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[More showers and storms have been moving throughout large parts of New Mexico this afternoon, especially along and west of the central mountain chain. High temperatures have finally cooled down slightly across central and western New Mexico, while eastern New Mexico remains well above average. Even more showers and storms will be moving through the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-to-increase-through-the-end-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-continue-to-increase-through-the-end-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surveillance video shows lead-up to arrests of Project Jupiter protestors at Doña Ana County meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[DO&Ntilde;A ANA COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;It was a chaotic scene in Do&ntilde;a Ana County last month as people protesting a controversial data center project ended up in handcuffs. New surveillance video captured what happened when the county commission meeting's livestream went black. Outrage erupted during public comment in a Do&ntilde;a Ana County Commission meeting two weeks [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/surveillance-video-shows-lead-up-to-arrests-of-project-jupiter-protestors-at-doa-ana-county-meeting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/surveillance-video-shows-lead-up-to-arrests-of-project-jupiter-protestors-at-doa-ana-county-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico at-home caregivers wages set to increase]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;After the legislature set aside millions to increase pay for at-home caregivers, one lawmaker wants to make sure the companies that hire those workers follow through on giving them raises. Previous Coverage: Lawmakers secured $10 million in the state budget to increase the wages for the people who care for the sick and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-at-home-caregivers-wages-set-to-increase/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-at-home-caregivers-wages-set-to-increase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM safety Austin Brawley named to Jim Thorpe Award preseason watch list]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;Another New Mexico football player has landed on a major national preseason watch list. Lobos safety Austin Brawley is one of 35 players named to the preseason watch list for the Jim Thorpe Award, which honors the nation's top defensive back. Brawley is one of just two Mountain West players on the list, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-safety-austin-brawley-named-to-jim-thorpe-award-preseason-watch-list/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-safety-austin-brawley-named-to-jim-thorpe-award-preseason-watch-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Valley Vikings embrace new challenge as program drops to Class 4A]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;It's a season of change for the Valley Vikings. Valley is entering the 2026 football season in a new district and classification after dropping from Class 5A to 4A because of lower enrollment numbers. The Vikings finished 4-7 overall last season and went 4-3 in District 1-5A. Now, they'll face a new group [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/valley-vikings-embrace-new-challenge-as-program-drops-to-class-4a/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/valley-vikings-embrace-new-challenge-as-program-drops-to-class-4a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crash kills woman in Curry County]]></title><description><![CDATA[CURRY COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Curry County Sheriff's Office said a woman died in a crash on Tuesday morning. The crash happened near the intersection of Curry Road AN and U.S. Highway 60/84 when a truck was rear-ended by a Mitsubishi. Siu Mui Ng, 67, was in the backseat of the Mitsubishi, which left the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crash-kills-woman-in-curry-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/crash-kills-woman-in-curry-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County commissioners approve funding to expand Keep NM Alive campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bernalillo County commissioners have approved additional funding to expand a public health campaign. The Keep NM Alive campaign is a public awareness and substance abuse prevention initiative launched in 2022 by Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque in response to the state's surge in fentanyl-related overdoses and deaths. On Wednesday, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-commissioners-approve-funding-to-expand-keep-nm-alive-campaign/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-commissioners-approve-funding-to-expand-keep-nm-alive-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Great American Road Rally' films episode in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A star-studded cast rolled into Albuquerque this week to film an episode of The Great American Road Rally for its upcoming season. The show, which premieres next month, takes 20 celebrities on a road trip down historic Route 66. Broken up into 10 teams, the celebrities are trying to raise money for [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/great-american-road-rally-films-episode-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/great-american-road-rally-films-episode-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conservation officers investigating after bear bites man in the East Mountains]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Wildlife said a bear bit a man in the East Mountains Wednesday morning. The man was walking his dog in the Cedar Crest area when he was bitten. They said he sustained non-life threatening injures. The department said the incident is being investigated, and more information will [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/conservation-officers-investigating-after-bear-bites-man-in-the-east-mountains/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/conservation-officers-investigating-after-bear-bites-man-in-the-east-mountains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and storm chances continue for parts of New Mexico through the end of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[More showers and storms have been moving throughout large parts of New Mexico this afternoon, especially along and west of the central mountain chain. High temperatures have finally cooled down slightly across central and western New Mexico, while eastern New Mexico remains well above average. Even more showers and storms will be moving through the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-through-the-end-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rain-and-storm-chances-continue-for-parts-of-new-mexico-through-the-end-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Congresswoman wants to change federal law around release of Epstein Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez is making the case around why she wants to change federal law related to the Epstein Files release. It comes as New Mexico's top prosecutor said the Trump Administration is stonewalling the state's investigation. She is co-sponsoring an effort to strengthen federal law. It would allow [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-congresswoman-wants-to-change-federal-law-around-release-of-epstein-files/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-congresswoman-wants-to-change-federal-law-around-release-of-epstein-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another bear spotted, safely removed in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; Another bear has been spotted in Albuquerque. This time, near Lomas and Eubank. Video from the property manager at the Siegel Suites shows department of wildlife staffers tranquilizing the black bear and it falling from a tree onto a mat. The bear was put into a cage and removed from the area. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-bear-spotted-safely-removed-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-bear-spotted-safely-removed-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who carjacked balloon pilot in ABQ sentenced to 15 years behind bars]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A man who was 18 years old when he carjacked a balloon pilot heading to fiesta learned his punishment. On Wednesday, attorneys argued over whether he should get a second chance, or serve serious time in prison. A young man who's ready to leave his troubled youth behind, or a criminal who [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-carjacked-balloon-pilot-in-abq-sentenced-to-15-years-behind-bars/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/man-who-carjacked-balloon-pilot-in-abq-sentenced-to-15-years-behind-bars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northwest Albuquerque neighborhood reacts after armed man arrested for stalking and harassment]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It was a tense evening in a usually calm northwest Albuquerque neighborhood Monday after a man showed up taking pictures of people's houses, while carrying what deputies described as an assault rifle-style weapon. "He was taking pictures of homes; we really didn't know his intentions, and so we just started telling each [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/northwest-albuquerque-neighborhood-reacts-after-armed-man-arrested-for-stalking-and-harassment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/northwest-albuquerque-neighborhood-reacts-after-armed-man-arrested-for-stalking-and-harassment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Found incompetent for trial: Repeat-offender crisis continues in New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Charged with a crime, found incompetent, case dismissed, then accused of another crime. It's a problem prosecutors say they've seen for years, but despite growing concerns about repeat offenders, New Mexico still hasn't created another place for some of these defendants to go. Michael Buster Casey is another poster case for a problem [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/found-incompetent-for-trial-repeat-offender-crisis-continues-in-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/found-incompetent-for-trial-repeat-offender-crisis-continues-in-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Star Gazing: Meteor shower peaks, natl. monument holds dark sky night]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; Anyone hoping to stargaze this week in the Land of Enchantment is in luck. We'll see the peak of the Perseid meteor shower Wednesday night into Thursday morning. As many as 50 to 100 meteors per hour may be visible under ideal conditions, according to NASA. If that's not enough, residents are welcome [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-star-gazing-meteor-shower-peaks-natl-monument-holds-dark-sky-night/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-star-gazing-meteor-shower-peaks-natl-monument-holds-dark-sky-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Attorneys set to deliver closing arguments in corruption trial against Sheryl Williams Stapleton]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The fate of former state rep and Albuquerque Public Schools administrator Sheryl Williams Stapleton, who is facing federal corruption allegations, will soon be in the hands of a jury. Following the testimony of Stapleton's accused co-conspirator Joseph Johnson, the defense rested its case Wednesday morning. Now, attorneys are set to deliver their [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/attorneys-set-to-deliver-closing-arguments-in-corruption-trial-against-sheryl-williams-stapleton/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/attorneys-set-to-deliver-closing-arguments-in-corruption-trial-against-sheryl-williams-stapleton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks Aloft shares data on Cooper's hawk hospitalizations in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; KRQE recently reported on an uptick in Cooper's hawks deaths in Albuquerque. We're now getting a better understanding of just how many hospitalizations a local raptor rehabilitation nonprofit has been seeing. A first-of-its-kind study released by the US Fish and Wildlife Service revealed what's killing these urban predators. Over the course of 10 [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hawks-aloft-shares-data-on-coopers-hawk-hospitalizations-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hawks-aloft-shares-data-on-coopers-hawk-hospitalizations-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandoval County Fire Department says Horseshoe Springs residents can return home]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The Sandoval County Fire Department issued a wildfire warning for those in the Horseshoe Springs Area Wednesday afternoon. Due to the Horseshoe Springs Fire near Horseshoe Springs Road, officials placed the Horseshoe Springs Area community on "SET" evacuation status. That status was lifted Wednesday afternoon. Officials said some roads may be [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandoval-county-fire-department-says-horseshoe-springs-residents-can-return-home/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandoval-county-fire-department-says-horseshoe-springs-residents-can-return-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandoval County Fire Department places Horseshoe Springs residents on "SET" evacuation status]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The Sandoval County Fire Department issued a wildfire warning for those in the Horseshoe Springs Area Wednesday afternoon. Due to the Horseshoe Springs Fire, the department has placed the Horseshoe Springs Area community on "SET" evacuation status. "Gather essential supplies, secure your home, and be prepared to leave if evacuation orders [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandoval-county-fire-department-places-horseshoe-springs-residents-on-set-evacuation-status/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/sandoval-county-fire-department-places-horseshoe-springs-residents-on-set-evacuation-status/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOH opens new public health office in Roswell]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new $7.9 million public health office opens Friday in&nbsp;Roswell. The center will provide Chaves County residents with a larger space for family and children's medical services, vaccinations, vital records, and other essential services. &ldquo;Public Health is about serving people where they are,&rdquo; Jimmy Masters, the southeast regional health director for NMDOH, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-opens-new-public-health-office-in-roswell/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdoh-opens-new-public-health-office-in-roswell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog missing for 30 days rescued from California storm drain]]></title><description><![CDATA[San Diego County animal services officers rescued a 20-pound dog named Teddy from a storm drain after he had been missing for more than 30 days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dog-missing-for-30-days-rescued-from-california-storm-drain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dog-missing-for-30-days-rescued-from-california-storm-drain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Localized heavy rainfall possible with Wednesday's showers, storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cloud coverage has increased over parts of southern New Mexico this morning. Today's forecast has isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms around the state. Spotty showers developed over southwest New Mexico this morning, while spotty storms have formed over the Sacramentos at the start of the afternoon. Wednesday's showers and storms may bring heavy rainfall [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/localized-heavy-rainfall-possible-with-wednesdays-showers-storms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/localized-heavy-rainfall-possible-with-wednesdays-showers-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico keeps full child vaccine recommendations despite president's order]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; The New Mexico Department of Health announced Wednesday that it will maintain its full childhood vaccination recommendations despite President Donald Trump&rsquo;s executive order signed Monday. &ldquo;Our message remains the same: the science is clear &mdash; vaccines are safe, effective and save children&rsquo;s lives,&rdquo;&nbsp;Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer for NMDOH, stated in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-keeps-full-child-vaccine-recommendations-despite-presidents-order/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-keeps-full-child-vaccine-recommendations-despite-presidents-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are the Taylor Farms recalls connected?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Food producer Taylor Farms has been linked to two outbreaks regarding its produce.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/are-the-taylor-farms-recalls-connected/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/are-the-taylor-farms-recalls-connected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump on third term: 'The law is very strong']]></title><description><![CDATA[Trump has repeatedly teased the idea of running for the presidency again, despite the 22nd Amendment blocking a president from serving more than two terms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-on-third-term-the-law-is-very-strong/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-on-third-term-the-law-is-very-strong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Los Angeles Lakers sold to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner for $12 billion: Reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Kushner and Bob Iger are reportedly purchasing the Los Angeles Lakers for a whopping $12 billion, ESPN and The New York Times reported Wednesday, citing anonymous sources.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-angeles-lakers-sold-to-bob-iger-josh-kushner-for-12-billion-reports/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/los-angeles-lakers-sold-to-bob-iger-josh-kushner-for-12-billion-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GasBuddy: Gas has never been this high, this late in any calendar year]]></title><description><![CDATA[This news follows months of turbulence in the oil markets amid the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing Iran war.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gasbuddy-gas-has-never-been-this-high-this-late-in-any-calendar-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/gasbuddy-gas-has-never-been-this-high-this-late-in-any-calendar-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fewer student loan borrowers falling behind on payments: Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delinquency rates among student loan borrowers dipped last quarter relative to a year prior, according to a new analysis from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-student-loan-borrowers-falling-behind-on-payments-report/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fewer-student-loan-borrowers-falling-behind-on-payments-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another fast food chain joins the chicken wars with 'best sandwich around']]></title><description><![CDATA[The chain acknowledges its sandwich has been "long-awaited," but it argues this is "the best chicken sandwich around."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-fast-food-chain-joins-the-chicken-wars-with-best-sandwich-around/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/another-fast-food-chain-joins-the-chicken-wars-with-best-sandwich-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Projected 2027 Social Security COLA adjusted slightly after new inflation report]]></title><description><![CDATA[The formal COLA isn't expected for a couple of months, but projections say it could be one of the largest in years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/projected-2027-social-security-cola-adjusted-slightly-after-new-inflation-report/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/projected-2027-social-security-cola-adjusted-slightly-after-new-inflation-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family alarmed after finding signs of mystery basement dweller under California home]]></title><description><![CDATA[They removed a wooden board attached to the side of their backyard deck and discovered what appeared to be a large basement or cellar underneath.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-alarmed-after-finding-signs-of-mystery-basement-dweller-under-california-home/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-alarmed-after-finding-signs-of-mystery-basement-dweller-under-california-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four New Mexico rest areas closed for renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; If you're traveling through New Mexico, there's over three dozen rest areas to make a pit stop at. And as of mid-August, four of those are closed for renovations, according to the New Mexico Department of Transportation. You can take a look at which rest stops are currently out of commission below: [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-new-mexico-rest-areas-closed-for-renovation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/four-new-mexico-rest-areas-closed-for-renovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More cases of parasitic screwworm confirmed. Here's who is at risk, where it's spreading]]></title><description><![CDATA[The screwworm flies can lay eggs on any warm-blooded animal, including people. Those eggs develop into parasitic larvae, or maggots, that feed on the surrounding flesh as they burrow deeper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-cases-of-parasitic-screwworm-confirmed-heres-who-is-at-risk-where-its-spreading/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-cases-of-parasitic-screwworm-confirmed-heres-who-is-at-risk-where-its-spreading/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABQ BioPark announces Reptiles After Hours event on Sept. 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ABQ BioPark is inviting adults to join them for an evening that will highlight their slithery and scaly inhabitants. The Reptiles After Hours event is September 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. At the event, you'll learn about the individuals the ABQ BioPark staff care for. In this inaugural event, proceeds will go [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-announces-reptiles-after-hours-event-on-sept-3/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/abq-biopark-announces-reptiles-after-hours-event-on-sept-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe Police arrest woman accused of fleeing from officers, driving into construction zone]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp; Santa Fe Police arrested a 65-year-old woman after she allegedly fled from an officer on I-25 and drove dangerously in a construction zone, police announced Wednesday. Della Gomez, of Santa Fe was arrested for aggravated fleeing a law enforcement officer, driving while license is suspended or revoked, impeding traffic, and failure [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-arrest-woman-accused-of-fleeing-from-officers-driving-into-construction-zone/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-arrest-woman-accused-of-fleeing-from-officers-driving-into-construction-zone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH: Bear breaks into Colorado lodge for a few M&amp;Ms]]></title><description><![CDATA["We had an unexpected hotel guest check in recently... and this one had a serious sweet tooth,"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-bear-breaks-into-colorado-lodge-for-a-few-mampms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/watch-bear-breaks-into-colorado-lodge-for-a-few-mampms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$1 billion Powerball jackpot cut to less than $600 million in 31 states by taxes: Data]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the eighth time, the Powerball jackpot has been valued at at least $1 billion, but taxes would cut your payout to far less.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-billion-powerball-jackpot-cut-to-less-than-600-million-in-31-states-by-taxes-data/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/1-billion-powerball-jackpot-cut-to-less-than-600-million-in-31-states-by-taxes-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The Office' star Lucy Davis reveals 'incurable' cancer diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;A year and a half ago I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer, which has metastasized to my bones," the actress said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-office-star-lucy-davis-reveals-incurable-cancer-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/the-office-star-lucy-davis-reveals-incurable-cancer-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deficit will be $200B more than initially anticipated: CBO projection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fiscal year deficit for the federal government will be $200 billion more than the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) initially projected, the federal agency revealed Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/deficit-will-be-200b-more-than-initially-anticipated-cbo-projection/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/deficit-will-be-200b-more-than-initially-anticipated-cbo-projection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindell refuses to concede, alleges voting irregularities]]></title><description><![CDATA[My Pillow founder Mike Lindell is refusing to concede in Minnesota&rsquo;s Republican gubernatorial primary, alleging irregularities in the vote totals.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindell-refuses-to-concede-alleges-voting-irregularities/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lindell-refuses-to-concede-alleges-voting-irregularities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump on undisclosed plan to use decoy plane: ‘It’s up to Secret Service and military’]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the undisclosed plan to transfer him off of Air Force One and on to a separate military plane last month came at the request of the Secret Service.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-on-undisclosed-plan-to-use-decoy-plane-its-up-to-secret-service-and-military/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-on-undisclosed-plan-to-use-decoy-plane-its-up-to-secret-service-and-military/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect dead following standoff, Corruption trial, Rain, Bear sightings, B-17 bomber]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday's Top Stories Wednesday's Five Facts [1] APD: 1 dead after police shooting at apartment complex near Coors Bypass - A man is dead after an hours-long standoff with Albuquerque Police. Tuesday, officers responded to an apartment on Cibola Loop several times, with a man saying homeless people were trying to get into his home [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-dead-following-standoff-corruption-trial-rain-bear-sightings-b-17-bomber/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/suspect-dead-following-standoff-corruption-trial-rain-bear-sightings-b-17-bomber/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happens when Ski resorts don't get enough snow; Beyond the Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Mexico has some of the most southernly ski destinations in the country and the variable elevation compensates for the state's latitude. The 2025-2026 winter ski season was unimpressive yet one to remember as ski resorts across New Mexico saw the lowest snowfall over the last three seasons. In this episode of Beyond the Forecast [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-happens-when-ski-resorts-dont-get-enough-snow-beyond-the-forecast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/what-happens-when-ski-resorts-dont-get-enough-snow-beyond-the-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD detectives investigate homicide in northeast Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque detectives are investigating after a man was found dead in his home in northeast Albuquerque Tuesday. According to the Albuquerque Police Department, a woman called 911 around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday after she went to check on her friend and found him dead. Details are limited, but APD said evidence found at [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-detectives-investigate-homicide-in-northeast-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-detectives-investigate-homicide-in-northeast-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump on declaring national security emergency for elections: 'Stranger things have happened']]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump on Tuesday left the door open to declaring a national security emergency and federalizing control over the November midterms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-on-declaring-national-security-emergency-for-elections-stranger-things-have-happened/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-on-declaring-national-security-emergency-for-elections-stranger-things-have-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HHS touts 35 states that have scaled back 'orphan tax' on Social Security benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[(The Hill) - Officials from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said Tuesday that 35 states have ended the practice of intercepting federal benefits intended for orphans in foster care. For decades, state agencies have taken Social Security survivor benefits from children in foster care after the death of their parents, who paid [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hhs-touts-35-states-that-have-scaled-back-orphan-tax-on-social-security-benefits/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hhs-touts-35-states-that-have-scaled-back-orphan-tax-on-social-security-benefits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump puts vaccines on front burner ahead of crucial midterms for GOP]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration has thrust vaccine policy back into the headlines just three months before the midterm elections, potentially complicating matters for vulnerable Republicans who are hoping to keep control of Congress. President Trump on Monday doubled down on his attempt to overhaul the childhood vaccine schedule with an executive order aimed at reducing [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-puts-vaccines-on-front-burner-ahead-of-crucial-midterms-for-gop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-puts-vaccines-on-front-burner-ahead-of-crucial-midterms-for-gop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotty showers and cooler temperatures expected for parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Hardly any rain is present, with a few spotty showers and possible lightning strikes in a few mountainous areas of the western region, especially. Some occasional passing high-level clouds and some low-level clouds are present elsewhere, with some wildfire smoke haze, especially in northern areas. Some leftover breezy outflow winds are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotty-showers-and-cooler-temperatures-expected-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spotty-showers-and-cooler-temperatures-expected-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An increase in monsoon moisture will bring higher rain chances, cooler temperatures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will increase across New Mexico through the end of this week as more monsoon moisture moves into the state. The increase in moisture will also bring high temperatures back closer to normal for this time of year. Showers and thunderstorms have been popping up Tuesday afternoon across the mountains of New Mexico. These [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/an-increase-in-monsoon-moisture-will-bring-higher-rain-chances-cooler-temperatures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/an-increase-in-monsoon-moisture-will-bring-higher-rain-chances-cooler-temperatures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM linebacker Jaxton Eck makes another pair of watch lists]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The preseason recognition continues to come in for UNM All-American linebacker Jaxton Eck. He's been named to the Lombardi Award watch list as well as the Wuerffel Trophy watch list. The Lombardi Award is presented to the nation's top lineman and linebackers from across all FBS conferences and independents. Offensive and defensive [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-linebacker-jaxton-eck-makes-another-pair-of-watch-lists/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-linebacker-jaxton-eck-makes-another-pair-of-watch-lists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office arrests man accused of harassment in westside neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputies have arrested the man seen walking around a westside neighborhood with a gun. Kenneth Blair is charged with harassment, aggravated stalking, and stalking after deputies said he was spotted in Ventana Ranch on Tuesday. BCSO said the charges are not solely based on Blair openly carrying the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-sheriffs-office-arrests-man-accused-of-harassment-in-westside-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-sheriffs-office-arrests-man-accused-of-harassment-in-westside-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County DA seeks to exhume suspect's body in 24-year-old Albuquerque rape case]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It was a rape case in Albuquerque that went unsolved for more than two decades. Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman said they are now close to solving the crime, but the answer lies in Santa Fe National Cemetery. "He is a serial rapist monster," said Bregman. There is no question that [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-da-seeks-to-exhume-suspects-body-in-24-year-old-albuquerque-rape-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-da-seeks-to-exhume-suspects-body-in-24-year-old-albuquerque-rape-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen sentenced for shooting and killing 13-year-old in Las Cruces]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A 13-year-old boy who shot and killed another teen in Las Cruces earlier this year was sentenced on Tuesday. He will serve two years in a juvenile facility for the deadly shooting. "He just loved people, and he loved making people smile, making people feel welcomed and safe and okay," said Janel [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teen-sentenced-for-shooting-and-killing-13-year-old-in-las-cruces/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teen-sentenced-for-shooting-and-killing-13-year-old-in-las-cruces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico lawmakers host listening session on Project Jupiter]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAS CRUCES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;There was more outrage on Tuesday over a massive data center project in southern New Mexico as opponents spoke out against Project Jupiter. "Stop it now, before, before, it kills our animals, and we lose any more ranchers," said a speaker. New Mexico lawmakers hosted a listening session Tuesday evening, giving people [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-host-listening-session-on-project-jupiter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-lawmakers-host-listening-session-on-project-jupiter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albertsons recalls products sold in New Mexico potentially contaminated with Salmonella]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albertsons' parent company is recalling nearly 60 store-made products over possible Salmonella contamination. The United Family said the affected products all contain Pico de gallo made with jalape&ntilde;os linked to Ron's Home Style Foods. Some of those products were sold at Albertsons and Market Street locations in New Mexico. If you believe [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albertsons-recalls-products-sold-in-new-mexico-potentially-contaminated-with-salmonella/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albertsons-recalls-products-sold-in-new-mexico-potentially-contaminated-with-salmonella/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFR saves 1 person in swift water rescue; second person found dead]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; KRQE News 13 has learned more about a swiftwater rescue and recovery near the Four Hills neighborhood. Albuquerque Fire Rescue said they received reports around 8:15 p.m. on Monday about two people getting swept away in a flood channel known as The Box, which flows into the Tijeras Arroyo. Crews found one [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/afr-saves-1-person-in-swift-water-rescue-second-person-found-dead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/afr-saves-1-person-in-swift-water-rescue-second-person-found-dead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former NM lawmaker doesn't take stand in corruption trial as accused co-conspirator testifies]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Former state rep and Albuquerque Public Schools administrator Sheryl WIlliams Stapleton told the judge she did not wish to take the stand in the trial to decide if she intentionally funneled more than a million taxpayer dollars into her own pocket. While Stapleton elected not to take the stand on Tuesday, her [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-nm-lawmaker-doesnt-take-stand-in-corruption-trial-as-accused-co-conspirator-testifies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-nm-lawmaker-doesnt-take-stand-in-corruption-trial-as-accused-co-conspirator-testifies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two New Mexico lawmakers outline bill for possible statewide data center moratorium]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Two New Mexico Democratic lawmakers are unveiling the framework of their effort to pass a statewide moratorium on "large-scale" data centers. The House reps behind the bill represent parts of Albuquerque and Las Cruces. They said the moratorium would "prohibit new large-scale data center projects" while the state looks into their impact on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-new-mexico-lawmakers-outline-bill-for-possible-statewide-data-center-moratorium/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/two-new-mexico-lawmakers-outline-bill-for-possible-statewide-data-center-moratorium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From homelessness to Team USA: 11-year-old Jayla Perkins is chasing her dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Eleven-year-old Albuquerque athlete Jayla Perkins is getting ready to take her talents to the international stage, as she will represent Team USA at the ICO World Combat Martial Arts Championships in France this October. For Jayla, the trip is the latest chapter in a journey that started with some tough circumstances, as she [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/from-homelessness-to-team-usa-11-year-old-jayla-perkins-is-chasing-her-dream/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/from-homelessness-to-team-usa-11-year-old-jayla-perkins-is-chasing-her-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One of the last flying B-17 bombers makes its way to Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Few planes in history match the legacy of the B-17 bomber. "Officially, that was the first aircraft that the crew was able to complete 25 missions on," said Martin Burley, Loadmaster for the Sentimental Journey. "There were 12,731 built, over 5,000 lost in combat, and this is one of only three left flying [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/one-of-the-last-flying-b-17-bombers-makes-its-way-to-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/one-of-the-last-flying-b-17-bombers-makes-its-way-to-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Better monsoon moisture moves into New Mexico starting Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm chances will increase across New Mexico through the end of this week as more monsoon moisture moves into the state. The increase in moisture will also bring high temperatures back closer to normal for this time of year. Showers and thunderstorms have been popping up Tuesday afternoon across the mountains of New Mexico. These [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/better-monsoon-moisture-moves-into-new-mexico-starting-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/better-monsoon-moisture-moves-into-new-mexico-starting-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico House Democrats release plans for next year's legislative session aimed at improving child welfare]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Even with new leadership, new oversight and new transparency laws, New Mexico's child welfare system continues to face serious problems. Now, state House Democrats say they want to make another run at fixing the agency, introducing a new round of sweeping reforms. For years, the promise has been to fix a broken [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-house-democrats-release-plans-for-next-years-legislative-session-aimed-at-improving-child-welfare/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-house-democrats-release-plans-for-next-years-legislative-session-aimed-at-improving-child-welfare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family spots bear in Northeast Heights neighborhood amid spike in local encounters]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; One Albuquerque family getting ready for the day Tuesday morning saw an unusual visitor at the front door: a black bear. This comes as wildlife officials said a lack of food in the mountains is bringing more wildlife down into the Metro, leading to more sightings in the middle of residential [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-spots-bear-in-northeast-heights-neighborhood-amid-spike-in-local-encounters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/family-spots-bear-in-northeast-heights-neighborhood-amid-spike-in-local-encounters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigation underway after dead body found in Gallup]]></title><description><![CDATA[GALLUP, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;KRQE News 13 has learned more about a body that was found in Gallup. On Tuesday morning, Gallup police officers responded to the area of East Aztec after hearing reports of an unresponsive female. Officers and first responders confirmed the individual was dead on scene. The incident is under investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/investigation-underway-after-dead-body-found-in-gallup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/investigation-underway-after-dead-body-found-in-gallup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeFlock says there are cameras in Yosemite, but what are they looking for?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Park Service doesn't deny the presence of the controversial surveillance equipment, but says the cameras' purpose is to help solve something that has plagued the park for years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/deflock-says-there-are-cameras-in-yosemite-but-what-are-they-looking-for/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/deflock-says-there-are-cameras-in-yosemite-but-what-are-they-looking-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Testimony begins in trial against man accused of fatal crash in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Testimony has begun in the trial against a man accused of hitting and killing a motorcyclist nearly two years ago. In November of 2024, police say then 19-year-old Eliazar Torres was speeding on San Mateo and Candelaria when he ran a red light, hitting and killing Christopher Sanford who was on his [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/testimony-begins-in-trial-against-man-accused-of-fatal-crash-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/testimony-begins-in-trial-against-man-accused-of-fatal-crash-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where to find Spirit Halloween stores in New Mexico this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; It's that time of year when old furniture stores and former bingo halls are transformed into one-stop shops for all things Halloween. We're referring to Spirit Halloween, of course. And if you're looking for where to find them in New Mexico this year, you're in luck. We've compiled a list of locations [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-to-find-spirit-halloween-stores-in-new-mexico-this-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/where-to-find-spirit-halloween-stores-in-new-mexico-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cause of death revealed for LANL employee whose remains were found in the Carson National Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[TAOS COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An autopsy revealed the cause of death for the Taos woman who went missing more than a year ago. A hiker found Melissa Casias' remains in May along the McGaffey Ridge in the Carson National Forest. The Office of the Medical Investigator's autopsy revealed that she died from a gunshot to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cause-of-death-revealed-for-lanl-employee-whose-remains-were-found-in-the-carson-national-forest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/cause-of-death-revealed-for-lanl-employee-whose-remains-were-found-in-the-carson-national-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State asks that alleged Albuquerque road rage shooting suspect be held until trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A man who Albuquerque Police said shot and killed someone in a road rage incident was in court Tuesday. APD said Victor Rivera-Jimenez, 35, is accused of shooting and killing Corsinio Martinez Friday night near Unser between Ladera and Tierra Pintada. Police said the two men were driving when a witness saw [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-asks-that-alleged-albuquerque-road-rage-shooting-suspect-be-held-until-trial/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-asks-that-alleged-albuquerque-road-rage-shooting-suspect-be-held-until-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD: Shots fired at apartment complex on Albuquerque's westside near Coors Bypass]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Albuquerque Police Department is responding to reports of shots fired at an apartment complex on the westside Tuesday afternoon. According to APD, it happened at 10600 Cibola Loop, NW, which is right off Ellison Drive and Coors Bypass. Residents have been asked to shelter in place. Officers are on the scene, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-shots-fired-at-apartment-complex-on-albuquerques-westside-near-coors-bypass/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-shots-fired-at-apartment-complex-on-albuquerques-westside-near-coors-bypass/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD: 1 dead after police shooting at apartment complex near Coors Bypass]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The Albuquerque Police Department said one person is dead following a police shooting. APD and its SWAT Unit were at the scene. Negotiators had been trying to talk to a man inside an apartment to surrender to police at an apartment at 10600 Cibola Loop right off of Ellison Drive and Coors [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-1-dead-after-police-shooting-at-apartment-complex-near-coors-bypass/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/apd-1-dead-after-police-shooting-at-apartment-complex-near-coors-bypass/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robocalls are spiking — especially for phone numbers with these area codes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is your phone getting lots of random calls lately? You're not alone. Americans received an estimated 4.4 billion robocalls in July &mdash;&nbsp;the highest robocall volume in a year, according to tracking by YouMail.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/robocalls-are-spiking-especially-for-phone-numbers-with-these-area-codes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/robocalls-are-spiking-especially-for-phone-numbers-with-these-area-codes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Halloween owner to acquire Hot Topic, BoxLunch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spirit Halloween is well-known for taking over empty retail stores every year. Now, its parent company is acquiring hundreds of still-open stores.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-halloween-owner-to-acquire-hot-topic-boxlunch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spirit-halloween-owner-to-acquire-hot-topic-boxlunch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boxing Bear Brewing creates special beer for 2026 New Mexico State Fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; New Mexico State Fair organizers and Albuquerque-based Boxing Bear Brewing teamed up to create the officials bear of the 2026 New Mexico State Fair. The beer, "Centennial Lager," can be compared to a pilsner or American light lager and has a crisp and clean taste. This is the first time the state [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/boxing-bear-brewing-creates-special-beer-for-2026-new-mexico-state-fair/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/boxing-bear-brewing-creates-special-beer-for-2026-new-mexico-state-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 30,000 pounds of beef recalled under highest 'Class 1' risk level]]></title><description><![CDATA[The USDA has categorized the recall as Class I, indicating a &ldquo;high or medium risk&rdquo; situation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-30000-pounds-of-beef-recalled-under-highest-class-1-risk-level/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nearly-30000-pounds-of-beef-recalled-under-highest-class-1-risk-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Marine Robert Gilman released from Russian prison in 'dire' condition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robert Gilman was released from a Russian prison where he had been held since 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-marine-robert-gilman-released-from-russian-prison-in-dire-condition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/former-marine-robert-gilman-released-from-russian-prison-in-dire-condition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDOT to host free car seat fitting station in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Department of Transportation will host a free car seat fitting station for the community in Santa Fe this week. The event will be held from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday at 1353 Alta Vista Street. The event will provide parents and caregivers with hands-on assistance from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-to-host-free-car-seat-fitting-station-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmdot-to-host-free-car-seat-fitting-station-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI seeks information on 3 murders in Roswell]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The FBI, along with the Chaves County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office and Roswell Police Department, are seeking information after three men were were killed in Roswell. The FBI provided the following information about the murders: Kent Hoffmann was found dead was found in the Hondo River Channel on June 14. He is described as being [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-seeks-information-on-3-murders-in-roswell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/fbi-seeks-information-on-3-murders-in-roswell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe police remind community to be aware of bears amid increased sightings]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Santa Fe Police Department is reminding the community to be aware of bears. SFPD said there have been an increased number of bear sightings over the last few weeks throughout Santa Fe and surrounding communities. SFPD through the New Mexico of Bureau of Land Management provided the following tips if [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-remind-community-to-be-aware-of-bears-amid-increased-sightings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-police-remind-community-to-be-aware-of-bears-amid-increased-sightings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NM State Ethics Commission reaches settlement with group behind Project Jupiter ads]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico State Ethics Commission and Elevate New Mexico, a Virginia-based corporation, have reached a settlement over claims that the corporation did not comply with the state&rsquo;s Lobbyist Regulation Act.&nbsp; The state&nbsp;claimed&nbsp;in a lawsuit that Elevate New Mexico,&nbsp;violated the act when it launched anadvertising campaign earlier this year for the purpose [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-state-ethics-commission-reaches-settlement-with-group-behind-project-jupiter-ads/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nm-state-ethics-commission-reaches-settlement-with-group-behind-project-jupiter-ads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Increasing moisture will bring more storm chances to parts of New Mexico this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A monsoonal pattern will continue to bring isolated to scattered showers and storms to New Mexico throughout the rest of the week. Temperatures will remain hot through midweek before gradually cooling later in the week as moisture spreads across the state. Some storms could produce locally heavy rainfall, gusty winds and frequent lightning. From Thursday [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/increasing-moisture-will-bring-more-storm-chances-to-parts-of-new-mexico-this-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/increasing-moisture-will-bring-more-storm-chances-to-parts-of-new-mexico-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parking restrictions to take effect at Santa Fe Plaza ahead of Indian arts market]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; The largest Indigenous art market is back in Santa Fe. If you'll be in town during the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts Market this weekend, you'll want to take note of the various road closures and parking restrictions in place. You can find the details provided by the City of Santa [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/parking-restrictions-to-take-effect-at-santa-fe-plaza-ahead-of-indian-arts-market/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/parking-restrictions-to-take-effect-at-santa-fe-plaza-ahead-of-indian-arts-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigate crash with injuries in Santa Fe]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Santa Fe Police Department is investigating a single vehicle crash that left the driver with serious injuries. On Monday at approximately 6:49 p.m., police officers responded to Saint Francis Drive and I-25 for a single vehicle crash with the driver entrapped in the vehicle.&nbsp; Santa Fe Fire Department paramedics and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-crash-with-injuries-in-santa-fe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-investigate-crash-with-injuries-in-santa-fe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FAA hires 2,000+ gamers to be air traffic controllers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Regardless of your age, chances are that you know at least one person in your life who loves video games, and a recent campaign by the U.S. Department of Transportation shows that those skills might be best served at your nearest airport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/faa-hires-2000-gamers-to-be-air-traffic-controllers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/faa-hires-2000-gamers-to-be-air-traffic-controllers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popejoy Hall gives students, veterans chance to see shows through community programs]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; During the 2025-2026 season, nearly 31,000 students, educators and veterans across New Mexico saw performances live or livestreamed through Popejoy Hall's free and low-cost education and community outreach programs. Popejoy provided access to those performances through four initiatives: Schooltime Series, Broadway for Teens, Broadway Bridges and Broadway for Veterans. Through the Schooltime [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/popejoy-hall-gives-students-veterans-chance-to-see-shows-through-community-programs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/popejoy-hall-gives-students-veterans-chance-to-see-shows-through-community-programs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County looks to hire poll workers for 2026 General Election]]></title><description><![CDATA[BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Tuesday is National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, and the Bernalillo County Clerk's Office is encouraging community members to apply to serve as poll workers for the 2026 General Election. Each election, the Clerk's Office hires nearly 1,000 poll workers to assist voters, answer questions, and help polling places run smoothly throughout [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-looks-to-hire-poll-workers-for-2026-general-election/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-looks-to-hire-poll-workers-for-2026-general-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I-40 west closed near Route 66 Casino due to crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Interstate 40 west near the Route 66 Casino is closed Tuesday morning due to a crash. The highway is closed at&nbsp;mile post 140, according to NMRoads. Drivers are encouraged to seek an alternate route and expect heavy delays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-west-closed-near-route-66-casino-due-to-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/i-40-west-closed-near-route-66-casino-due-to-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frijoles Fire evacuations, Neighbor concerns, Storm chances, Potential project, State wildlife action plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's Top Stories Tuesday's Five Facts [1] Some residents in Cundiyo told to evacuate as Frijoles Fire burns -&nbsp;The Frijoles Fire continues to burn in the Espa&ntilde;ola Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest, 10 miles north of Ski Santa Fe.&nbsp;The fire is more than 4,158 acres and is 0% contained. Investigators believe lightning [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-evacuations-neighbor-concerns-storm-chances-potential-project-state-wildlife-action-plan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-evacuations-neighbor-concerns-storm-chances-potential-project-state-wildlife-action-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavily armed man seen near Albuquerque's Ventana Ranch neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is investigating after receiving reports Monday of a heavily armed man seen walking in the area of Ventana Ranch in northwest Albuquerque. BCSO said the man is described as a white man in his late 30's to early 40's, wearing all black. He was seen wearing a ballistic [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heavily-armed-man-seen-near-albuquerques-ventana-ranch-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heavily-armed-man-seen-near-albuquerques-ventana-ranch-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lights, Cameras&hellip;Slowdown? Inside New Mexico's Film Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; For years, New Mexico has been the backdrop for thousands of movies and TV shows, attracting filmmakers while generating millions for the state's economy. But this summer, many local crew members are feeling a slowdown as productions have become harder to find. This week on the New Mexico News Insiders Podcast, KRQE's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lights-camerashellipslowdown-inside-new-mexicos-film-industry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lights-camerashellipslowdown-inside-new-mexicos-film-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavier monsoon storms and cooler air ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Hardly any rain is present with a few spotty showers with possible lightning strikes in a few mountainous areas of the western region especially. Some occasional passing high-level clouds and some low-level clouds are present elsewhere with some wildfire smoke haze, especially in northern areas. Some leftover breezy outflow winds are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heavier-monsoon-storms-and-cooler-air-ahead/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heavier-monsoon-storms-and-cooler-air-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances increase through the week across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon storm chances will increase later this week across New Mexico. The increase in moisture will also bring down temperatures across most of the state. Isolated storms are moving across northern and western New Mexico today, with a couple spotty storms in central New Mexico. These storms will continue to rotate around the high pressure [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-through-the-week-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-through-the-week-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friends and family gather to remember man killed over the weekend in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Friends and family gathered on Monday night to remember 34-year-old Dante Conley, who was stabbed to death over the weekend. According to the Albuquerque Police Department, 43-year-old Collin Terrazas went to Conley's home near Lomas and San Pedro, where he stabbed and may have shot the victim. Police said Terrazas tried to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friends-and-family-gather-to-remember-man-killed-over-the-weekend-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/friends-and-family-gather-to-remember-man-killed-over-the-weekend-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobos edge rusher Darren Agu receiving national recognition]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's the only freak list you want to be on because it's actually a compliment. Bruce Feldman's College Football Freak List is out, 101 players strong, with one Lobo in the mix. UNM edge rusher Darren Agu comes in at number 17. "Freak list," said Agu. "I feel like I belong on [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-edge-rusher-darren-agu-receiving-national-recognition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/lobos-edge-rusher-darren-agu-receiving-national-recognition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM tight end Cade Keith is excited to see what the football season holds for the Lobos]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;They came out of nowhere in 2025. No one expected much from Jason Eck and his Lobos during their first year together, but the players had an idea things would be good. Tight end Cade Keith believes 2026 could be even better. "We have a great coaching staff that knows how to win," [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-tight-end-cade-keith-is-excited-to-see-what-the-football-season-holds-for-the-lobos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-tight-end-cade-keith-is-excited-to-see-what-the-football-season-holds-for-the-lobos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMMI Broncos eye turnaround season with bigger and faster roster]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; After finishing 3-6 last season, the New Mexico Military Institute Broncos believe they have the pieces to make a major jump in 2026. Entering his third season as head coach, Oliver Soukup is welcoming a roster that features significantly more size, speed and depth &mdash; including 57 signees joining a group of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmmi-broncos-eye-turnaround-season-with-bigger-and-faster-roster/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmmi-broncos-eye-turnaround-season-with-bigger-and-faster-roster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local developer taking another stab at purchasing former Whole Foods property in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A local developer with a track record of turning empty buildings into local-business hubs lost out on the old Whole Foods property once, but now the door may be open again. What once was an empty Hastings is now a place where nearly a dozen local businesses have put down roots. It's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-developer-taking-another-stab-at-purchasing-former-whole-foods-property-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-developer-taking-another-stab-at-purchasing-former-whole-foods-property-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local developer making another attempt at purchasing former Whole Foods property in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A local developer with a track record of turning empty buildings into local-business hubs lost out on the old Whole Foods property once, but now the door may be open again. What once was an empty Hastings is now a place where nearly a dozen local businesses have put down roots. It's [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-developer-making-another-attempt-at-purchasing-former-whole-foods-property-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/local-developer-making-another-attempt-at-purchasing-former-whole-foods-property-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico convservation strategy plan available online]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is updating its action plan website. The State Wildlife Action Plan is a federally required conservation strategy that identifies New Mexico's species and the actions needed to help sustain them. The latest upgrades also include the latest scientific information on wildlife populations, habitats, and emerging conservation challenges. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-convservation-strategy-plan-available-online/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-convservation-strategy-plan-available-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico conservation strategy plan available online]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is updating its action plan website. The State Wildlife Action Plan is a federally required conservation strategy that identifies New Mexico's species and the actions needed to help sustain them. The latest upgrades also include the latest scientific information on wildlife populations, habitats, and emerging conservation challenges. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-conservation-strategy-plan-available-online/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-conservation-strategy-plan-available-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prosecutors show video they say shows former New Mexico lawmaker in the act of stealing money]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The jury saw a video of what prosecutors say is a former state lawmaker in the act of stealing money meant to benefit Albuquerque students. It's the second week of the federal corruption trial against the former House Representative and APS administrator Sheryl Williams Stapleton, who is accused of funneling millions of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prosecutors-show-video-they-say-shows-former-new-mexico-lawmaker-in-the-act-of-stealing-money/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/prosecutors-show-video-they-say-shows-former-new-mexico-lawmaker-in-the-act-of-stealing-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video shows arrest after accused drunk driver crashes and flees from police in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; According to police, he was driving drunk and going 80 mph in a residential area before crashing and running from police. When police caught up with him, he told them he really needed to get in trouble to make him turn his life around. A wild chase that could have had [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-arrest-after-accused-drunk-driver-crashes-and-flees-from-police-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 02:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-arrest-after-accused-drunk-driver-crashes-and-flees-from-police-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rio Rancho Public Schools opens its first full-day preschool]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Rio Rancho Public Schools welcomed its first class of four-year-olds at Puesta Del Sol Preschool on Monday. This is the first full-day preschool offered at RRPS. School officials say parents in Rio Rancho have been asking for this for years. Until now, the district only had a half-day option for preschool, [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-public-schools-opens-its-first-full-day-preschool/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 02:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/rio-rancho-public-schools-opens-its-first-full-day-preschool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temperatures cool off slightly as rain chances increase later this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monsoon storm chances will increase later this week across New Mexico. The increase in moisture will also bring down temperatures across most of the state. Isolated storms are moving across northern and western New Mexico today, with a couple spotty storms in central New Mexico. These storms will continue to rotate around the high pressure [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temperatures-cool-off-slightly-as-rain-chances-increase-later-this-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/temperatures-cool-off-slightly-as-rain-chances-increase-later-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico officials celebrate student projects aimed beautifying the state]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;A handful of students are being celebrated for keeping the community clean. Leaders celebrated the completion of the first Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors Cohort. Throughout the 2025-26 school year, the students completed a variety of beautification projects, litter prevention initiatives, and volunteer efforts. Collectively, this year's group hosted 17 cleanup events, engaged [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-celebrate-student-projects-aimed-beautifying-the-state/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-celebrate-student-projects-aimed-beautifying-the-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico officials celebrate student projects aimed at beautifying the state]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; A handful of students are being celebrated for keeping the community clean. Leaders celebrated the completion of the first Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors Cohort. Throughout the 2025-26 school year, the students completed a variety of beautification projects, litter prevention initiatives, and volunteer efforts. Collectively, this year's group hosted 17 cleanup events, engaged [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-celebrate-student-projects-aimed-at-beautifying-the-state/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-officials-celebrate-student-projects-aimed-at-beautifying-the-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell police make 29 arrests in retail crime operation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The Roswell Police Department recently cracked down on retail crime in the city, as part of a national blitz targeting retail crimes. During the operation, members of RPD worked with local businesses to identify individuals involved in shoplifting. The operation resulted in 29 arrests and the recovery of over $6,000 in stolen [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-police-make-29-arrests-in-retail-crime-operation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/roswell-police-make-29-arrests-in-retail-crime-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spaceport says pause in Virgin Galactic spaceflights has caused budget shortfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; A more than two-year New Mexico spaceflight drought for Virgin Galactic may come to an end soon, and while state leaders are touting that good news, they also said the company has gotten out of paying millions of dollars to the state. Spaceport officials said Virgin Galactic is now [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spaceport-says-pause-in-virgin-galactic-spaceflights-has-caused-budget-shortfall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spaceport-says-pause-in-virgin-galactic-spaceflights-has-caused-budget-shortfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico winery and distillery harvests grapes for new sparkling wine]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A popular winery here in New Mexico is finally getting ready to make their next batch of sparkling wine. VARA Winery and Distillery started one of their grape harvests on Monday. New Mexico has played an important role in wine-making across America, with the Spaniards planting the first grapes in the United [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-winery-and-distillery-harvests-grapes-for-new-sparkling-wine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-winery-and-distillery-harvests-grapes-for-new-sparkling-wine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['So many amazing assets': New tours hope to shine light on downtown Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; A series of new walking tours recently launched in downtown Albuquerque. It's a project by the Arts &amp; Cultural District of DowntownABQ&nbsp;MainStreet that aims to change the perspective surrounding downtown. "Our focus is all on downtown. Downtown definitely has its ups and downs as far as folks feeling comfortable and safe and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/so-many-amazing-assets-new-tours-hope-to-shine-light-on-downtown-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/so-many-amazing-assets-new-tours-hope-to-shine-light-on-downtown-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmington Museum acquires collection of wood carvings by Navajo artist Charlie Willeto]]></title><description><![CDATA[FARMINGTON, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;The Farmington Museum has acquired a unique collection of 26 rare wooden carvings created by the Navajo artist&nbsp;Charlie&nbsp;Willeto. The collection, previously held by T. Greg Marrion and the Marrion Family Foundation, was donated to the museum after decades of private display. Willeto&nbsp;spent his life in the Navajo Nation serving his community as a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/farmington-museum-acquires-collection-of-wood-carvings-by-navajo-artistcharliewilleto/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/farmington-museum-acquires-collection-of-wood-carvings-by-navajo-artistcharliewilleto/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great white shark drags lifeguard underwater at Maine beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[A great white shark pulled a lifeguard underwater at a Maine beach on Saturday, prompting warnings from local public safety officials.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/great-white-shark-drags-lifeguard-underwater-at-maine-beach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/great-white-shark-drags-lifeguard-underwater-at-maine-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump administration revokes over 175,000 visas]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration on Monday announced it has revoked more than 175,000 visas from foreign nationals, claiming violations of the terms of the documents related to criminal activity, calls for violence against U.S. citizens, among other allegations.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-revokes-over-175000-visas/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-administration-revokes-over-175000-visas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump to sign executive order calling for spacing out childhood shots]]></title><description><![CDATA[The order targets the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-to-sign-executive-order-calling-for-spacing-out-childhood-shots/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-to-sign-executive-order-calling-for-spacing-out-childhood-shots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silent auction, adoptable dogs and more at Art in the Garden fundraising event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; The community is invited to an evening of art and entertainment at the Art in the Garden, a special Montezuma Ball fundraising event benefiting Animal Humane New Mexico and Veterans Integration Centers. The free event is being held August 14, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Hotel Albuquerque. Attendees will have the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/silent-auction-adoptable-dogs-and-more-at-art-in-the-garden-fundraising-event/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/silent-auction-adoptable-dogs-and-more-at-art-in-the-garden-fundraising-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque Police arrest 6th suspect in connection to deadly shooting outside smoke shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Albuquerque Police have arrested a sixth person in connection to a deadly shooting outside a smoke shop on Central Avenue on July 20. Luis Ornelas, 28, was arrested on Sunday by an APD officer who was on random patrol in the area of Hotel Circle and Lomas Boulevard NE. The officer allegedly [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-arrest-6th-suspect-in-connection-to-deadly-shooting-outside-smoke-shop/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-arrest-6th-suspect-in-connection-to-deadly-shooting-outside-smoke-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More storm chances move into New Mexico throughout the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hot temperatures will remain in place to start to the week across the state. Isolated thunderstorms are possible each afternoon, bringing occasional heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning. As the monsoon high that has brought us the record breaking heat over the last week shifts farther east midweek, it will bring cooler conditions across much [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storm-chances-move-into-new-mexico-throughout-the-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/more-storm-chances-move-into-new-mexico-throughout-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Single mother receives car at the Show and Shine Car Show]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Community members gathered Sunday to put their best vehicles on display and catch a glimpse of other unique makes and models at the fifth annual Show and Shine Car Show. At the event, local nonprofit Wheels From the Heart gave away a car to a local single mother. Organizers said they searched across [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/single-mother-receives-car-at-the-show-and-shine-car-show/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/single-mother-receives-car-at-the-show-and-shine-car-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nonprofit hosts back to school event for foster families]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Explora Science center welcomed hundreds of foster families Sunday to enjoy the museum and prepare them for the school year. The organization, Child First New Mexico put on the event. Every child received a backpack and had the opportunity to connect to local resources. The founder of the nonprofit organization said foster [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nonprofit-hosts-back-to-school-event-for-foster-families/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nonprofit-hosts-back-to-school-event-for-foster-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Juan County adopts court program to help individuals with mental illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A new court program in San Juan County is looking to help people with severe mental illness who have repeatedly failed to follow treatment on a voluntary basis. The Assisted Outpatient Treatment program launched last month in the Eleventh Judicial District Court and allows family members, behavioral health providers and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/san-juan-county-adopts-court-program-to-help-individuals-with-mental-illness/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/san-juan-county-adopts-court-program-to-help-individuals-with-mental-illness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump says there was 'some contractor error' during Reflecting Pool renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump on Sunday said there was "some contractor error" with the renovations to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool while still accusing a former Olympian canoeist of vandalizing the Washington, D.C., landmark despite charges against the athlete being dropped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-there-was-some-contractor-error-during-reflecting-pool-renovation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trump-says-there-was-some-contractor-error-during-reflecting-pool-renovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Spider-Man: Brand New Day' keeps record pace, 'The Odyssey' sets new high for Nolan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Domestically, no movie has wracked up a higher total faster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spider-man-brand-new-day-keeps-record-pace-the-odyssey-sets-new-high-for-nolan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/spider-man-brand-new-day-keeps-record-pace-the-odyssey-sets-new-high-for-nolan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dozens dead and buildings collapsed after 7.4-magnitude earthquake shakes western Colombia]]></title><description><![CDATA[The quake trapped residents under debris, leaving more injured and forcing people to evacuate their homes as far as the capital of Bogot&aacute;.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dozens-dead-and-buildings-collapsed-after-74-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-western-colombia/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/dozens-dead-and-buildings-collapsed-after-74-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-western-colombia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ben Jones, former 'Dukes of Hazzard' actor and politician, dies at 84, wife announces]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Jones, a former actor and congressman perhaps best known for playing Cooter Davenport on &ldquo;The Dukes of Hazzard,&rdquo; has died at the age of 84, his wife confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ben-jones-former-dukes-of-hazzard-actor-and-politician-dies-at-84-wife-announces/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/ben-jones-former-dukes-of-hazzard-actor-and-politician-dies-at-84-wife-announces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7.4-magnitude earthquake shakes Colombia and Ecuador]]></title><description><![CDATA[The temblor follows two back-to-back 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes in Venezuela in late June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/74-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-colombia-and-ecuador/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/74-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-colombia-and-ecuador/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildfires burn across western US and Canada as residents are evacuated]]></title><description><![CDATA[ildfires burning across the western U.S. and Canada on Sunday left some residents keeping a wary eye out for possible evacuation orders while others already&nbsp;forced to flee their homes&nbsp;waited to see what would be left on their return.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildfires-burn-across-western-us-and-canada-as-residents-are-evacuated/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wildfires-burn-across-western-us-and-canada-as-residents-are-evacuated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why hydrogen peroxide isn't useful for wounds and cyclospora, according to a doctor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Studies show the once-reliable first aid substance isn't actually that good for you.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-hydrogen-peroxide-isnt-useful-for-wounds-and-cyclospora-according-to-a-doctor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-hydrogen-peroxide-isnt-useful-for-wounds-and-cyclospora-according-to-a-doctor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When does daylight saving time end in 2026? As early as possible]]></title><description><![CDATA[As warm as it is right now, late fall isn't that far away.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/when-does-daylight-saving-time-end-in-2026-as-early-as-possible/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/when-does-daylight-saving-time-end-in-2026-as-early-as-possible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photos: Teen wins scholarship for Constitution-inspired duct tape dress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emma Fankhauser of Madison dedicated more than 80 hours and used nine rolls of tape to craft a dress inspired by the U.S. Constitution and the fashion of the Revolutionary Period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/photos-teen-wins-scholarship-for-constitution-inspired-duct-tape-dress/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/photos-teen-wins-scholarship-for-constitution-inspired-duct-tape-dress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netanyahu rejects plan to disarm Hamas in rare break with Trump]]></title><description><![CDATA[Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday rejected President Trump&rsquo;s plans to disarm Hamas and establish a Palestinian government in Gaza.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/netanyahu-rejects-plan-to-disarm-hamas-in-rare-break-with-trump/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/netanyahu-rejects-plan-to-disarm-hamas-in-rare-break-with-trump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tesla&rsquo;s 'Insane' mode at center of $10M lawsuit: What is it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A car buyer in Virginia claims Tesla is responsible for injuries she sustained in a 2024 crash while test-driving a Model Y that had been set to &ldquo;Insane&rdquo; mode.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teslarsquos-insane-mode-at-center-of-10m-lawsuit-what-is-it/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/teslarsquos-insane-mode-at-center-of-10m-lawsuit-what-is-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police warn back-to-school photos have hidden clues for predators: What to check for]]></title><description><![CDATA[What may have started as a wholesome family tradition could inadvertently tip off bad actors to personal details of your child's life and whereabouts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-warn-back-to-school-photos-have-hidden-clues-for-predators-what-to-check-for/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-warn-back-to-school-photos-have-hidden-clues-for-predators-what-to-check-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voting open for Bernalillo County District Six participatory budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;Residents of District Six in Bernalillo County get to decide where $1.7 million of public funds will go. The 2026 participatory budgeting vote is open for residents to decide how the money will get spend on their community. The final ballot includes 11 projects, with voting running through the end of September. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/voting-open-for-bernalillo-county-district-six-participatory-budget/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/voting-open-for-bernalillo-county-district-six-participatory-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest suspect accused of killing a man in his Albuquerque home]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; Albuquerque Police arrested 43-year-old Collin Terrazas Sunday. Terrazas is accused of stabbing, shooting and killing 34-year-old Dante Conley at his home on Arizona St. between Lomas Blvd and Marble Ave., N.E. Court documents say the suspect tried to light a fire at the home before leaving the scene. Detectives say they learned [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-arrest-suspect-accused-of-killing-a-man-in-his-albuquerque-home/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-arrest-suspect-accused-of-killing-a-man-in-his-albuquerque-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest man accused of road rage murder in northwest Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; An Albuquerque man is behind bars after police say he killed someone in a road rage incident, then went to dinner with family after. Victor Rivera-Jimenez, 35, is accused of shooting and killing Corsinio Martinez Friday night near Unser between Ladera and Tierra Pintada. Police say the two men were driving when [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-arrest-man-accused-of-road-rage-murder-in-northwest-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/police-arrest-man-accused-of-road-rage-murder-in-northwest-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frijoles Fire, Blanco trial begins, Heat and storms, Truman Health moving, Canine rooms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] Frijoles wildfire triples in size as firefighters attempt containment - A wildfire burning in the Pecos wilderness has now tripled in size since Saturday night. The Frijoles fire sparked Tuesday afternoon from a lightning strike.&nbsp;No evacuations have been issued yet, but the Cundiyo and Cerro Pi&ntilde;on areas are [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-blanco-trial-begins-heat-and-storms-truman-health-moving-canine-rooms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-fire-blanco-trial-begins-heat-and-storms-truman-health-moving-canine-rooms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernalillo County celebrates reopening of canine rooms]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Dogs at the Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center are going to be more comfortable with the reopening of the canine rooms. The rooms had previously closed due to mold damage, but after extensive renovations and repairs the department is ready to reopen the space. "The rooms are very spacious and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-celebrates-reopening-of-canine-rooms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/bernalillo-county-celebrates-reopening-of-canine-rooms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM Truman Health clinic is moving locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Truman Health Services, operated by the University of New Mexico, is moving locations. The mobile clinic operates with a pharmacy inside, offering rapid HIV testing and preventative medication and services. Truman Health Services Health Education Coordinator, Nax Davis, said they're going to be moving into a new facility off Gibson and University [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-truman-health-clinic-is-moving-locations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-truman-health-clinic-is-moving-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trial to begin for suspected drunk driver accused of killing family in Mora County]]></title><description><![CDATA[MORA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) &mdash; It's a gruesome case out of Mora County, where a suspected drunk driver accused of drag racing hit and killed a family of three. Officer: Stand up for me.Jesse Blanco: I'm a little wobbly.Officer: A little wobbly?Firefighter: Yes, he's a little wobbly. He hit his head.Officer: Can you start taking pictures? [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-to-begin-for-suspected-drunk-driver-accused-of-killing-family-in-mora-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/trial-to-begin-for-suspected-drunk-driver-accused-of-killing-family-in-mora-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maurizio Leo offers behind-the-scenes insights into his viral baking videos; The Influencers]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Today's episode of The Influencers features James Beard Award-winning cookbook author and sourdough baker Maurizio Leo as he shares his online success with digital producer and host Mercedes Gonzales-Bazan. The two discuss his journey from software engineer to baker and how he plans his content across his blog The Perfect Loaf and [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/maurizio-leo-offers-behind-the-scenes-insights-into-his-viral-baking-videos-the-influencers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/maurizio-leo-offers-behind-the-scenes-insights-into-his-viral-baking-videos-the-influencers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A mother waits six years to learn who murdered her daughter; New Mexico Crime Files]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; In this latest New Mexico Crime Files, KRQE Anchors Dean Staley and Jessica Garate bring you the 2012 testimony of a mother who finally sees justice for the murder of her daughter, Amber Turberville, in 2008. Finally resolved, they break down the details of this cold case, the arrest, and the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-mother-waits-six-years-to-learn-who-murdered-her-daughter-new-mexico-crime-files/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/a-mother-waits-six-years-to-learn-who-murdered-her-daughter-new-mexico-crime-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat before more rain around New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Hardly any rain is present with a few spotty showers with possible lightning strikes in a few mountainous areas of the region. Some occasional passing high-level clouds and some low-level clouds are present elsewhere with some wildfire smoke haze, especially in northern areas. Some leftover breezy outflow winds are somewhat keeping [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-before-more-rain-around-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-before-more-rain-around-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community celebrates birthday for matriarch of Albuquerque Italian restaurant business]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; Serving Albuquerque for more than 50 years, the matriarch of a family-owned Italian restaurant business is turning 90 and the community is showing up to celebrate her milestone birthday. "I'm going to make a pizza," said Anna Burgarello with her apron tied to her waist. For Anna, it's second nature to make [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-celebrates-birthday-for-matriarch-of-albuquerque-italian-restaurant-business/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/community-celebrates-birthday-for-matriarch-of-albuquerque-italian-restaurant-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frijoles wildfire triples in size as firefighters attempt containment]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; A wildfire burning in the Pecos wilderness has now tripled in size since Saturday night. Now sitting at 3,000 acres with zero percent containment at last check. The Frijoles fire sparked Tuesday afternoon from a lightning strike. 101 firefighters are currently working to contain the blaze. Santa Fe County District 1 Commissioner [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-wildfire-triples-in-size-as-firefighters-attempt-containment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frijoles-wildfire-triples-in-size-as-firefighters-attempt-containment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMMI Colts Motivated to Break Through After Three Straight Semifinal Runs]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) &ndash; The New Mexico Military Institute football program has reached the state semifinals in each of the last three seasons. But despite that consistent success, the Colts have been stopped by the same opponent every year: St. Michael's. As the 2026 season begins, NMMI is determined to change that. Senior outside linebacker Conrad Sugg [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmmi-colts-motivated-to-break-through-after-three-straight-semifinal-runs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/nmmi-colts-motivated-to-break-through-after-three-straight-semifinal-runs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat and storm chances continue into the workweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated and scattered afternoon storms continued to build over the mountains this afternoon, with storms moving slowly around the center of high pressure. Similar conditions will continue heading into the workweek as temperatures remain well above average. More noticeable changes arrive by the middle of the week as the monsoon high starts shifting east toward [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-and-storm-chances-continue-into-the-workweek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-and-storm-chances-continue-into-the-workweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances increase throughout the week ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isolated and scattered afternoon storms have continued to build over the mountains this afternoon, with storms moving slowly around the center of high pressure. Similar conditions will continue heading into the workweek as temperatures remain well above average. More noticeable changes arrive by the middle of the week as the monsoon high starts shifting east [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-throughout-the-week-ahead/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-increase-throughout-the-week-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque police respond to barricaded suspect near Eubank]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) -- APD officers are trying to negotiate with an armed suspect who is "refusing to exit an apartment in the Foothills Area Command" on Sunday. Officers were called to the 1100 block of Mary Ellen St. NE at about 2:15 p.m. A food-delivery driver said a resident fired a handgun at him. The [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-respond-to-barricaded-suspect-near-eubank/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-respond-to-barricaded-suspect-near-eubank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albuquerque police investigate crash on westside involving motorcycle]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;-- APD is investigating a critical-injury crash involving a motorcycle and pickup truck on Albuquerque's westside Sunday afternoon. It happened around 2:30 p.m. around Ladera Dr. and 72nd St. NW. APD says the driver of the motorcycle was taken to the hospital with critical injuries and the driver of the truck was not injured. [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-investigate-crash-on-westside-involving-motorcycle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/albuquerque-police-investigate-crash-on-westside-involving-motorcycle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat continues with better isolated rain, storm chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy Sunday! It is quite a mild to warm morning in the Albuquerque Metro Area as temperatures have fallen into the 70s and upper 60s. Albuquerque's low temperature, so far, this morning has reached 75 degrees, which makes it about 10 degrees above normal. Today, near record heat is forecasted, once again, in southwest Colorado [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-with-better-isolated-rain-storm-chances/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heat-continues-with-better-isolated-rain-storm-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luke Moga brings dual-threat skills to New Mexico quarterback room]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;The New Mexico Lobos have several options at quarterback heading into the upcoming season, and Oregon transfer Luke Moga is looking to make his mark with his dual-threat ability. Moga is working to become more than just a quarterback who relies on his legs when plays break down. He says he has been [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luke-moga-brings-dual-threat-skills-to-new-mexico-quarterback-room/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/luke-moga-brings-dual-threat-skills-to-new-mexico-quarterback-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experienced Portales Rams Eye Bounce-Back Season in Loaded Class 4A]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;PORTALES, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash;&nbsp;After finishing with a 2-9 record last season, the Portales Rams believe they're ready to turn the page. With 14 returning starters, the Rams enter the 2026 season with experience, depth, and a renewed sense of confidence. Head coach Jaime&nbsp;Ramirez&nbsp; says that continuity has made a noticeable difference throughout the offseason. "I think [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/experienced-portales-rams-eye-bounce-back-season-in-loaded-class-4a/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/experienced-portales-rams-eye-bounce-back-season-in-loaded-class-4a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frank Dooley's granddaughter shares memories of her late grandfather's life and his legacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; Best known for coaching high school basketball around New Mexico, Frank Dooley, passed away earlier this week at the age of 93. His granddaughter says he was so much more than a basketball coach. He also taught math, and coached other sports. She says her family has been flooded with messages from [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frank-dooleys-granddaughter-shares-memories-of-her-late-grandfathers-life-and-his-legacy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/frank-dooleys-granddaughter-shares-memories-of-her-late-grandfathers-life-and-his-legacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WNBA quickly rescinds technical on Fever's Caitlin Clark that would have forced 1-game suspension]]></title><description><![CDATA[The technical would have been Clark's eighth of the season, triggering a one-game suspension for the Fever star.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wnba-quickly-rescinds-technical-on-fevers-caitlin-clark-that-would-have-forced-1-game-suspension/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/wnba-quickly-rescinds-technical-on-fevers-caitlin-clark-that-would-have-forced-1-game-suspension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[There's a solar eclipse coming next week... But most of the U.S. won't be able to see it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parts of the U.S. will be able to at least see a partial eclipse, but how much totality will depend on where you live.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/theres-a-solar-eclipse-coming-next-week-but-most-of-the-us-wont-be-able-to-see-it/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/theres-a-solar-eclipse-coming-next-week-but-most-of-the-us-wont-be-able-to-see-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State of Texas: As Texans worry about AI, lawmakers push proposals on jobs and safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Texas politicians on both sides of the aisle are proposing different ways to address artificial intelligence, from taxing AI to requiring safeguards that could shut down powerful systems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-of-texas-as-texans-worry-about-ai-lawmakers-push-proposals-on-jobs-and-safety/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/state-of-texas-as-texans-worry-about-ai-lawmakers-push-proposals-on-jobs-and-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Powerball: Here are the winning numbers for the $856M jackpot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grab your tickets: the winning numbers for one of the largest Powerball jackpots have been drawn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/powerball-here-are-the-winning-numbers-for-the-856m-jackpot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/powerball-here-are-the-winning-numbers-for-the-856m-jackpot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Darline Graham tests value of a famous name vs. lack of experience in South Carolina primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump has endorsed her, and she's backed by the National Republican Senatorial Committee, which is running television advertising to support her candidacy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/darline-graham-tests-value-of-a-famous-name-vs-lack-of-experience-in-south-carolina-primary/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/darline-graham-tests-value-of-a-famous-name-vs-lack-of-experience-in-south-carolina-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why pink seems to be the 'in' color of 2026, years after 'Barbie']]></title><description><![CDATA[Even if you don't "like" the color pink, you may be drawn to it. There's science behind it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-pink-seems-to-be-the-in-color-of-2026-years-after-barbie/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/why-pink-seems-to-be-the-in-color-of-2026-years-after-barbie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas DPS: Back-to-school safety tips for drivers, students]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Texas Department of Public Safety provided a list of safety tips as students head back to school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-dps-back-to-school-safety-tips-for-drivers-students/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texas-dps-back-to-school-safety-tips-for-drivers-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrick Mahomes gives update on knee ahead of preseason: 'It feels great']]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid hinted at possibly sitting Patrick Mahomes the entire preseason as he continues to recover from his knee injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/patrick-mahomes-gives-update-on-knee-ahead-of-preseason-it-feels-great/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/patrick-mahomes-gives-update-on-knee-ahead-of-preseason-it-feels-great/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saharan dust cloud the size of the continental US is impacting summer weather and you may not have even noticed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The days are hot. The storms are few and far between. The sunsets are beautiful. And high in the sky is a layer of dust that has traveled thousands of miles from Africa impacting the weather we're seeing in the southern U.S. and beyond.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/saharan-dust-cloud-the-size-of-the-continental-us-is-impacting-summer-weather-and-you-may-not-have-even-noticed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/saharan-dust-cloud-the-size-of-the-continental-us-is-impacting-summer-weather-and-you-may-not-have-even-noticed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How does cyclospora compare to some of the worst outbreaks in US history?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amid the ongoing investigations into outbreaks of both "explosive diarrhea"-causing cyclospora and salmonella affecting dozens of states, the daily headlines are reminiscent of past foodborne illness crises that gripped the nation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-does-cyclospora-compare-to-some-of-the-worst-outbreaks-in-us-history/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/how-does-cyclospora-compare-to-some-of-the-worst-outbreaks-in-us-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video shows gunman shooting at Idaho In-N-Out Burger drive-thru]]></title><description><![CDATA["... violent, frightening and deeply traumatic."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-gunman-shooting-at-idaho-in-n-out-burger-drive-thru/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/video-shows-gunman-shooting-at-idaho-in-n-out-burger-drive-thru/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Walker&rsquo;s daughter did not sell his car from &lsquo;Fast &amp; Furious&rsquo; films]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Walker, who appeared in six films in the heist action franchise, died in a November 2013 car crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paul-walkerrsquos-daughter-did-not-sell-his-car-from-lsquofast-amp-furiousrsquo-films/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/paul-walkerrsquos-daughter-did-not-sell-his-car-from-lsquofast-amp-furiousrsquo-films/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavy school backpacks: How they can be a hazard for kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's good to be prepared, but kids who walk to school or participate in extracurricular activities may be lugging more than their bodies can handle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heavy-school-backpacks-how-they-can-be-a-hazard-for-kids/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/heavy-school-backpacks-how-they-can-be-a-hazard-for-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm chances and heat continue across New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was another very hot day across the state, with more 90s and triple digit temperatures. Fewer storms were also in place this afternoon and evening as some drier air moved into the state. The weather pattern slowly starts to change Sunday as the monsoon high weakens. This should begin to bring temperatures down a [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-and-heat-continue-across-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/storm-chances-and-heat-continue-across-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM rolls out new safety tool to connect users with emergency services quicker]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &ndash; As students, faculty, and staff return to campus in a few short weeks, they'll have a new set of resources right in the palm of their hand. "Ultimately, we want to provide the tools to build that culture of safety and security on campus," said David Burke, Emergency Manager, University of New Mexico [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-rolls-out-new-safety-tool-to-connect-users-with-emergency-services-quicker/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-rolls-out-new-safety-tool-to-connect-users-with-emergency-services-quicker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homicide investigation underway at home near Lomas Blvd. in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; APD homicide detectives are investigating a death at a home on Arizona St. between Lomas Blvd and Marble Ave., N.E. on Saturday night, according to police. Police say a neighbor called 911 to request a welfare check in the 1100 block of Arizona St. Officers arrived at about 6:20 p.m. and found [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/homicide-investigation-underway-at-home-near-lomas-blvd-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 04:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/homicide-investigation-underway-at-home-near-lomas-blvd-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Renowned local Indigenous artist designs Albuquerque Isotopes jersey]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; It's Native American night at Isotopes Park, and guests got to admire the cultural designs of this year's jersey. The jerseys were designed by Evon "Snowflake" Martinez, who is a renowned potter from San Ildefonso and Cochiti Pueblos. Martinez says her custom design for the Isotopes honors the state's Indigenous tribes in [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/renowned-local-indigenous-artist-designs-albuquerque-isotopes-jersey/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 04:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/renowned-local-indigenous-artist-designs-albuquerque-isotopes-jersey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Albuquerque hosts annual doggy paddle swim event at Montgomery pool]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; As summer comes to an end, dogs from across the metro are getting the chance jump in for a splash. The City of Albuquerque Parks and Rec Department hosted their annual doggy paddle swim event at Montgomery Pool earlier today. The recent record-breaking temps had pups and their owners excited to jump [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-hosts-annual-doggy-paddle-swim-event-at-montgomery-pool/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/city-of-albuquerque-hosts-annual-doggy-paddle-swim-event-at-montgomery-pool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Wildlife Center prepares pounds of meat for rodent patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &mdash; Staff at the New Mexico Wildlife Center were in the kitchen prepping the daily meals for some of their residents. Staff divided up meat from a deer leg and a whole turkey, and gathered some mice and rats for their carnivorous residents - like raptors, corvids, coyotes, and skunks. They also put [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-center-prepares-pounds-of-meat-for-rodent-patients/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-center-prepares-pounds-of-meat-for-rodent-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Mexico Wildlife Center prepares pounds of meat for residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO (KRQE) &mdash; Staff at the New Mexico Wildlife Center were in the kitchen prepping the daily meals for some of their residents. Staff divided up meat from a deer leg and a whole turkey, and gathered some mice and rats for their carnivorous residents - like raptors, corvids, coyotes, and skunks. They also put [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-center-prepares-pounds-of-meat-for-residents/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/new-mexico-wildlife-center-prepares-pounds-of-meat-for-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['R4 Creating' hosts fourth annual STEM festival at new building in Rio Rancho]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO RANCHO, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; Families were at R-4 Creatings in Rio Rancho earlier today for their fourth annual STEM festival. The free event gave kids and kids at heart a look into the STEM field with hands-on activities and demonstrations of robotics, engineering, 3D printing, drones, and other educational STEM projects. "If you can't be here [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/r4-creating-hosts-fourth-annual-stem-festival-at-new-building-in-rio-rancho/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/r4-creating-hosts-fourth-annual-stem-festival-at-new-building-in-rio-rancho/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helicopter parents are showing up to their kids' job interviews]]></title><description><![CDATA[HR professionals say a growing number of parents are getting involved in their adult children's job searches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/helicopter-parents-are-showing-up-to-their-kids-job-interviews/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/helicopter-parents-are-showing-up-to-their-kids-job-interviews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Hope for Heroes' event gathers donations for veterans and troops in Los Lunas]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS LUNAS, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE)&nbsp;&mdash; New Mexicans gathered to support current and former service members in Los Lunas today. The "Hopes for Heroes" donation drive took place at Hunnings Field, all with the aim to help veterans in need. Folks could donate their large and small furniture and other household items to those who have served or [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hope-for-heroes-event-gathers-donations-for-veterans-and-troops-in-los-lunas/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hope-for-heroes-event-gathers-donations-for-veterans-and-troops-in-los-lunas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Weekend: Record heat possible for parts of New Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning! Remember the near record to record heat we have had this week? Well, it's not going away just yet as we are expected to remain hot throughout the Land of Enchantment. This morning temperatures have fallen into the 60s and 70s in the Albuquerque Metro while lows around the rest of the state [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-weekend-record-heat-possible-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/hot-weekend-record-heat-possible-for-parts-of-new-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record heat continues this weekend with spotty storm chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[The heat will continue across New Mexico through Saturday, with more record and near-record high temperatures. Rain chances will stay isolated this weekend before increasing next week. A strong monsoon high still sits near the Four Corners Friday afternoon, keeping temperatures very hot across New Mexico. Highs climbed into the triple digits across many of [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-this-weekend-with-spotty-storm-chances/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/record-heat-continues-this-weekend-with-spotty-storm-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shooting investigation closes portion of Unser in Albuquerque]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Unser is closed in both directions as Albuquerque police investigate a shooting in northwest Albuquerque. Officers responded to the shooting earlier this afternoon in the area of Unser between Ladera and Tierra Pintada. They found one person in a crashed vehicle. The status of the victim has not been released.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shooting-investigation-closes-portion-of-unser-in-albuquerque/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/shooting-investigation-closes-portion-of-unser-in-albuquerque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Fe puts broken pieces of controversial Obelisk on display in museum]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA FE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; It's a controversy that has spanned decades: what to do with a Civil War monument on the Santa Fe Plaza that was created to honor Civil War soldiers but offended Native Americans with a racial slur. Protesters destroyed the Obelisk six years ago and its remains were kept out of sight [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-puts-broken-pieces-of-controversial-obelisk-on-display-in-museum/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/santa-fe-puts-broken-pieces-of-controversial-obelisk-on-display-in-museum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texico reloads for another title run despite heavy graduation losses]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW MEXICO&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; Three straight state championships have set the standard at Texico, but the Wolverines know their biggest challenge may still be ahead. After graduating one of the largest senior classes in program history, Texico enters the 2026 season with plenty of new faces expected to fill key roles. Despite losing 18 seniors, the [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texico-reloads-for-another-title-run-despite-heavy-graduation-losses/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/texico-reloads-for-another-title-run-despite-heavy-graduation-losses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNM running back Scottre Humphrey is ready to shine in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.&nbsp;(KRQE) &ndash; UNM running back Scottre Humphrey said he feels good, fast, strong and healthy, heading into the 2026 season. Whether it was an injury slowing him down or trouble hanging on to the football, Humphrey wanted more out of himself during last year's historic Lobos football season. The talented back, who came to [...]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-running-back-scottre-humphrey-is-ready-to-shine-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/albuquerque/unm-running-back-scottre-humphrey-is-ready-to-shine-in-2026/</guid></item></channel></rss>