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• Study shows 65% of New Mexico voters 'very confident' their vote counted

  01-05-2024 23:11 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A look back at the 2022 election reveals that 65% of voters were "very confident" that their vote counted as intended in the general election. New study reveals 7%, or around 50,000 voters, were "not at all confident."The study comes from the University of New Mexico and was supported by the New Mexico Secretary of State. It's an in-depth look at 2022 voter turnout and voter attitudes during the general election."The most important thing is that New Mex
  
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• New Mexico CASA Association advocating for children

  22-05-2024 20:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico CASA Association is a nonprofit organization that develops and supports local programs throughout the state that provide volunteer advocacy in court for children who are abused and neglected.
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  Investigation: Hermits Peak Calf Canyon wildfire victims in legal battle with FEMAEntertainment: New movie inspired by West Mesa Murders coming soonEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico May 17-23News: Video shows moments t
  
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• Uber ride vouchers offered in three NM counties during Memorial Day weekend

  22-05-2024 18:22 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Residents in Sandoval, Santa Fe, and Bernalillo counties are eligible for discounted Uber rides during Memorial Day weekend.The “Take a Ride on Us” program is offering 2,500 trips on a first-come, first-served basis. Riders can open the Uber app, and under vouchers add the code "NMMD24" to receive a credit of up to $10 off two trips. The credit does not cover Uber Eats or a driver’s tip.Story continues below
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• KRQE Newsfeed: New video, Budget disagreement, Warm and quiet, Motel makeover, Cooking classes

  22-05-2024 15:04 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday's Top Stories
  Hermits Peak Calf Canyon wildfire victims in legal battle with FEMANew multigenerational center to be built in northwest AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque copper thief suspect remains in custodyAPD files additional charges against suspect following officer-involved shootingNew Mexico United advances to U.S. Open Cup quarterfinalsIndian Pueblo Cultural Center’s new complex will help food industry businesses growBiden canceling student debt for more than 160,000 borrowersIt&rsqu
  
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• Warm and calmer Wednesday around New Mexico

  22-05-2024 14:53 via krqe.com
  
  A backdoor cold front is moving into eastern New Mexico this morning, bringing breezy winds to the southeast plains, and temperatures will stay about two to six degrees cooler than yesterday in the eastern plains. The rest of the state will see 70s and 80s, similar to Tuesday's high temperatures.Forecast Continues Below
  Podcast: Albuquerque Police Chief talks next steps with DOJ reformsEntertainment: New movie inspired by West Mesa Murders coming soonEvents: What’s happening around New Mex
  
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• Developer announces plans for new boutique hotel in Nob Hill

  22-05-2024 14:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A Nob Hill property will be getting a makeover. Tuesday, Titan Development announced its purchase of the Hiway House Motel. Video shows moments teen opened fire at Coronado CenterThe vacant motel, originally built in 1959, will be demolished and a new boutique hotel will be built in its place. Plans include about 100 guest rooms, a rooftop bar and meeting spaces. The developer says it also plans to revitalize the motel's original neon sign. Construction is e
  
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• Biden canceling student debt for more than 160,000 borrowers

  22-05-2024 13:40 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - President Biden announced Wednesday he would be canceling student debt for more than 160,00 borrowers.The new plan forgives $7.7 billion for the latest batch of borrowers, bringing the total relief from Biden’s student debt actions to $167 billion for 4.75 million Americans. The latest loan forgiveness initiative comes through various income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, including the president’s newly established SAVE program.The 160,000 borrowers are people enrolled in
  
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• Winds pick up again heading into the weekend

  22-05-2024 06:25 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday will be our least windy day across New Mexico this week. Winds pick up again though heading into the weekend.
  Winds were again breezy Tuesday afternoon across New Mexico, but they were not as strong as what we saw on Monday. Temperatures were a few degrees cooler thanks to a cold front that moved in last night. Winds have calmed down tonight, even as another cold front moves in. This backdoor front will only impact eastern New Mexico, by bringing some breezy, northerly winds through We
  
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• Albuquerque Academy hires new girls basketball coach

  22-05-2024 06:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The second basketball opening at Albuquerque Academy has been filled. After naming Alvin Broussard the boys' head coach earlier in the month, the Chargers named Josh Skarsgard the girl's coach on Tuesday. Local boxer to fight at Madison Square GardenSkarsgard has familiarity with the program as he was a member of the boys' six-peat championship run in the 90s. He has coached the Academy's middle school girls' team the last two seasons and coached club with A
  
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• Video shows moments teen opened fire at Coronado Center

  22-05-2024 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New video shows the moments a teen fired a shot near the Coronado Center food court sending shoppers into a scramble.
  Video from the day in March shows a teen coming up to a table in the food court and taking a bag off the chair. Police say a shot rang out and you can see shoppers scramble, some run while others hide. Camera footage from the parking lot shows people rushing to their cars. Lapel camera video shows security, shoppers, and store employees telli
  
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• New Mexico United advances to U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals

  22-05-2024 05:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For the second time in its franchise history, New Mexico United has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup after defeating New York City FC II 3-0 Tuesday night.Local boxer to fight at Madison Square GardenThe first half saw the two teams battle to a scoreless tie. United broke the scoreless tie in the 50th minute when Avionne Flanagan scored his first goal in Black and Yellow to make it a 1-0 game. By the 65th minute, Talen Maples wou
  
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• Local celebrity chef teaches culinary arts to New Mexico inmates

  22-05-2024 04:57 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A local celebrity chef is sharing his passion with New Mexico inmates looking for a second chance. The New Mexico Corrections Department announced a partnership with Chef Fernando Ruiz, a three-time Food Network champion. Chef Ruiz has won popular shows like Beat Bobby Flay, Chopped, and Guy's Grocery Games. New Mexico’s government employee pay ranks below national average, Census Bureau data revealsChef Ruiz is leading the culinary training program at the Pe
  
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• Local boxer to fight at Madison Square Garden

  22-05-2024 03:47 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Jordanne Garcia will make history when she steps into the ring on Saturday, June 8. She will become the first female boxer from New Mexico to fight in Madison Square Garden in New York. May, Kmatz named to All-Pac-12 team"I feel like a superstar," said Garcia. "I'm not going to lie, I mean it's time to finally show it and I get the opportunity to be on the stage and show what I got and show the world everything that I have. I don't want to disappoint New Mex
  
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• Albuquerque mayor sounds off about city council proposals, budget

  22-05-2024 02:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque City Council passed a new budget Monday night marking the city's largest budget ever; but there are indicators of a growing rift between some of those councilors and the mayor.
  Mayor Tim Keller called out councilors Tuesday for cuts tied to homelessness, but also some big proposed rule changes that he calls undemocratic. "I think what we did see is a lot of things that are a big distraction," Keller said, sounding off outside of city hall, "
  
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• Hermits Peak Calf Canyon wildfire victims in legal battle with FEMA

  22-05-2024 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  MORA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – More than two years since a government-sparked wildfire took everything from victims in northern New Mexico, hundreds of those victims say the federal government is still failing them. KRQE Investigates visited the burn scar where families say they're fighting another battle, this time with FEMA.Latest from KRQE InvestigatesHermits Peak Calf Canyon wildfire victims in legal battle with FEMA
  'He was let down': Murder victim's family says accused shooter shoul
  
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• Winds take a little bit of a break Wednesday

  22-05-2024 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  Wednesday will be our least windy day across New Mexico this week. Winds pick up again though heading into the weekend.
  Winds are again breezy Tuesday afternoon across New Mexico, but they're not as strong as what we saw on Monday. Temperatures are a few degrees cooler thanks to a cold front that moved in last night. Winds will calm down overnight as another cold front moves in. This backdoor front will only impact eastern New Mexico, by bringing some breezy, northerly winds through Wednesday mo
  
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• May, Kmatz named to All-Pac-12 team

  22-05-2024 00:53 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The PAC 12 announced its 2024 baseball awards on Tuesday. The pair of former Sandia Matador pitchers representing Oregon State, Aiden May and Jacob Kmatz, were both named to the first-team.May, in his first season with the Beavers after transferring from Arizona, was a force on the mound all season. The Oregon State starter went 6-0 on the year with a 2.59 ERA and struck out 68 batters.Kmatz finished his junior season with a 6-2 record in 14 starts. He ended
  
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• New multigenerational center to be built in northwest Albuquerque

  22-05-2024 00:50 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque city officials broke ground on Tuesday for a new multigenerational center. The center, which will be built near Cibola High School, will serve as an access point for city services and programs for all ages. Albuquerque Police Chief talks next steps with DOJ reformsIt will be built in phases with the first including multipurpose rooms and meeting space. "We're excited about what this will do for the seniors in our area, for our children, and
  
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• Indian Pueblo Cultural Center's new complex will help food industry businesses grow

  21-05-2024 23:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's pueblos are stepping up to get more local growers and culinary entrepreneurs to sell their own products. It's a new piece of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center that promises to help local farmers, chefs, and retailers hone their craft.Story continues below
  Podcast: Albuquerque Police Chief talks next steps with DOJ reformsEntertainment: New movie inspired by West Mesa Murders coming soonEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico May 17-23Ne
  
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• Indian Pueblo Cultural Center new complex will help food industry businesses grow

  21-05-2024 23:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's pueblos are stepping up to get more local growers and culinary entrepreneurs to sell their own products. It's a new piece of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center that promises to help local farmers, chefs, and retailers hone their craft.Story continues below
  Podcast: Albuquerque Police Chief talks next steps with DOJ reformsEntertainment: New movie inspired by West Mesa Murders coming soonEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico May 17-23Ne
  
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• Albuquerque copper thief suspect remains in custody

  21-05-2024 23:50 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A man accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of copper wiring will remain behind bars. Police say, last year, Brian Robinson hit several businesses in the metro area, causing more than $100,000 worth of damage. Albuquerque man sentenced to 32 years in prison for deadly road rage incidentPolice say the copper he's accused of stealing in those instances was worth more than $50,000. On Tuesday, a judge agreed to keep Robinson in custody through his trial. His
  
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• New Mexico's government employee pay ranks below national average, Census Bureau data reveals

  21-05-2024 23:31 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Each year, the U.S. Census Bureau compiles data on public employment. And the latest numbers reveal New Mexico's government workers, on average, are paid below the U.S. average for state and local government employees.The data comes from state and local governments and covers the month of March of 2023. During that month, New Mexico had over 41,000 full-time government employees who were paid an average about $6,000 per month. Albuquerque City Council approves city
  
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• Explora, CNM teaming up for new childhood education center

  21-05-2024 23:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new early childhood education option is in the works here in Albuquerque thanks to Central New Mexico Community College and the Explora Science Center. Tuesday morning, the two organizations announced plans for their new Brillante Early Childhood Learning Center. New Mexico’s UFO incidents you’ve never heard ofThe 14,000-square-foot facility will serve more than 100 kids when it opens. Explora is currently hosting 25 children under five as
  
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• APD files additional charges against suspect following officer-involved shooting

  21-05-2024 23:19 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police filed additional charges against a suspect who they said pointed a handgun at an officer during a foot pursuit on Thursday.APD says an officer approached the suspect, later identified as Joey White, on the sidewalk in the area of Central and Mesilla, when drugs fell out of the man’s pocket. White allegedly then fled on foot and the officer gave chase.
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• McDonald's is removing self-serve beverage stations. What does it mean for customers?

  21-05-2024 23:07 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — McDonald's has been working toward the elimination of its self-serve beverage stations in restaurants across the U.S. for the past year, with the company wanting to phase them all out by 2032. Plus, some locations may start to charge customers for refills.
  In-restaurant customers won't be able to pour themselves a drink, which a McDonald's spokesperson told CBS is meant to make the experience more consistent no matter where the customer orders.As the change — announced
  
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• MRGCD holding irrigation meeting for Valencia County

  21-05-2024 23:03 via krqe.com
  
  VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District is inviting the public in Valencia County to attend a meeting on the 2024 irrigation season.The informational meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 6 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. It will be at the Los Lunas River Park at 1601 E. Main Street in Los Lunas. What can you do to protect yourself from wildfire smoke?The meeting will include a presentation as well as a question-and-answer session. The focus will be on the
  
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• Crews extinguish fire at restaurant in Old Town Albuquerque

  21-05-2024 20:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue was dispatched to fire at the High Noon Restaurant in Old Town Tuesday morning.New Mexico’s UFO incidents you’ve never heard ofFire crews responded around 6:30 a.m. and found smoke and flames coming from the structure. Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire and search the area of the fire, where no one was found. AFR says no civilians for firefighters were injured in the incident. The cause of the fire is bein
  
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• Albuquerque City Council approves city's FY2025 budget

  21-05-2024 20:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City Council has approved the city's budget for fiscal year 2025. The budget covers the city's expenses from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.Earlier this year, Mayor Tim Keller proposed a $1.4 billion budget. Now, City Council voted to approve the details after making some changes. What can you do to protect yourself from wildfire smoke?The approved budget puts millions towards key services and departments. That includes:
  More than $16 million for the Ani
  
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• Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance to release 2024 Regional Talent Profile Report

  21-05-2024 20:20 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Since 2021 the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) and CBRE, a commercial real estate brokerage office, partner to research, design and produce a marketing report for businesses on the value of the region.Story continues below
  Podcast: Albuquerque Police Chief talks next steps with DOJ reformsEntertainment: New movie inspired by West Mesa Murders coming soonEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico May 17-23News: Error leads to 452 duplicate
  
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• These are the best places to live in the US: 2024 report

  21-05-2024 20:12 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — The U.S. is an expansive country, full of widely different cities — from the coastal towns to mountainous neighborhoods, small towns and sprawling metros, your options are nearly overwhelming if you're looking to relocate.
  Of all the places to live in the United States, it's a Florida city that stands as the best, according to U.S. News and World Report's latest rankings.
  After considering the aspects people are most concerned about, like crime rates, quality of education
  
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