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• ‘Touch the sun’: NASA spacecraft hurtles toward our star

  12-08-2018 15:32
  CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Embarking on a mission that scientists have been dreaming of since the Sputnik era, a NASA spacecraft hurtled Sunday toward the sun on a quest to unlock some of its mysteries by getting closer than any object sent before. If all goes well, the Parker Solar Probe will fly straight through […]
  
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• Potatoes will remain classified as a vegetable, not a grain, senator says

  02-05-2024 13:35 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) - Spuds won’t be considered a starch following protests from more than a dozen senators.Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) said she received assurances Wednesday that potatoes will not be reclassified as a grain, a move she feared would give the impression that one of Maine’s key crops is unhealthy.Adam Paterson, 15, kicks a potato back onto an enormous pile at a storage facility in Mapleton, Maine, Sept. 25, 2014. Each year the state harvests around 1.5 billion pounds
  
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• Police move in, begin dismantling demonstrators' encampment at UCLA

  02-05-2024 13:34 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Police removed barricades and began dismantling a pro-Palestinian demonstrators’ fortified encampment early Thursday at the UCLA campus after hundreds of protesters defied police orders to leave, about 24 hours after counter-protesters attacked a tent encampment on the campus.Police detained a handful of people on campus, tying their wrists with zip ties. The law enforcement action came after officers spent hours threatening arrests over loud speakers if peopl
  
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• Lighter winds and slightly cooler air returns Thursday

  02-05-2024 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  A very weak cold front is moving through New Mexico tonight. Temperatures will be only slightly cooler for Thursday with lighter winds.
  Stronger winds developed Wednesday afternoon across northern and eastern parts of New Mexico, where some wind gusts are over 40 mph at times. Temperatures were also very warm again across the state, if not even a couple degrees warmer than Tuesday. A cold front is moving through the state tonight, but it will only drop high temperatures slightly Thursday afterno
  
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• Woman from Albuquerque wins on 'Jeopardy!'

  02-05-2024 06:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A woman from Albuquerque used her wits to win big at Jeopardy!. Weckiai Rannila put her knowledge to the test on Wednesday night's edition of the game show. Rannila, a modular engineer at Intel, was one of three contestants who appeared on the episode. Red, White, and Balloons event in Albuquerque is back after a five-year hiatusHer family, friends, co-workers, and Jeopardy! fans gathered at Clowndog Hot Dog Parlor in southeast Albuquerque to watch her big w
  
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• City of Albuquerque pays out hundreds of thousands of dollars in crash settlements

  02-05-2024 06:18 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new report shows the City of Albuquerque shelled out more than $3 million to settle lawsuits in the last three months of 2023. About a quarter of that went to people who were in crashes caused by city workers including Albuquerque Police Department officers.A trip to the landfill took a turn in 2020 when a worker backed heavy equipment into a customer's truck and totaled it according to a lawsuit filed by the customer. They accepted a settlement from
  
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• VIDEO: Man fatally stabs coworker at Golden Pride

  02-05-2024 06:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was business as usual on January 26 at the Golden Pride on Lomas, until it wasn't.
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  Crime: Police arrest highly wanted Albuquerque man connected to copper theftsInvestigation: 6th officer resigns APD amid DWI Unit investigationEvents: What concerts are coming to New Mexico in 2024?Business: Seeing the future: How a NM start-up is testing AI for detecting eye disease
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• NMSP settles lawsuit after officer pleads guilty to rape

  02-05-2024 06:03 via krqe.com
  
  GRANTS, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police is paying out hundreds of thousands of dollars to a woman who was raped by a former officer when she was in high school and he was her soccer coach. A trusted figure in the community abusing his power and a young girl.
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  Crime: Police arrest highly wanted Albuquerque man connected to copper theftsInvestigation: 6th officer resigns APD amid DWI Unit investigationEvents: What concerts are coming to New Mexico in 2024?Busi
  
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• 16,000 pounds of ground beef recalled nationwide over E. coli concerns

  02-05-2024 05:56 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – More than 16,000 pounds of raw ground beef are under recall, the USDA announced Wednesday, due to possible E. coli contamination.
  The recall was issued by Cargill Meat Solutions, a Pennsylvania-based company that distributes meat around the country. The recalled beef was shipped to Walmart stores nationwide, according to the USDA.The labels of the affected products don't obviously bear the "Cargill" name. Many are branded under the "All Natural" label. (You can see picture
  
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• Local group celebrates immigrant workers on International Workers' Day

  02-05-2024 05:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Wednesday is International Workers' Day and the community gathered in Albuquerque to honor immigrant workers. El Centro, a local immigrant's rights and worker justice organization, held the event which highlighted the economic contributions of immigrant workers. Airbnb opens replica ‘Up’ house for stays in AbiquiuEvent organizers say they honored Albuquerque and Bernalillo County's legacy of passing immigrant-friendly policies that promote p
  
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• Sam Hillard sets new Isotopes home run record

  02-05-2024 04:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There is a new home run king for the Albuquerque Isotopes. Sam Hillard mashed his 67th home run as a member of the team on Wednesday night, which set a new franchise record. Lobo men’s golf selected for NCAA regionalThe record-breaker came against the Round Rock Express and traveled 403 feet to right field with a 104.5 MPH exit velocity.
  Of all of Hilliard's dingers, he averaged 424.4 feet with a 103.9 MPH exit velocity. His longest home run spanned 49
  
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• Red, White, and Balloons event in Albuquerque is back after a five-year hiatus

  02-05-2024 04:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –It's been a big part of the city's Fourth of July celebration letting families see the fireworks away from the big crowds inside Balloon Fiesta Park. Now after being put on hold since the pandemic, that special event is finally making a comeback. This will be the first time since 2019 that the Red, White, and Balloons event will be held at the museum lawn and they're hopeful for a crowd of over a thousand. Story continues below
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• Hobbs man arrested, accused of illegally selling automatic weapon conversion devices

  02-05-2024 03:17 via krqe.com
  
  HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) – A Hobbs man has been arrested for selling illegal automatic weapon conversion devices and a silencer. According to officials, undercover agents with the Lea County Drug Task Force purchased two Glock switches and a silencer from 22-year-old Tevon Wayne Davis Cobbs in Hobbs. Woman sentenced after drunk driving killed grandchild in New MexicoThey say Cobbs admitted to selling the switches for the past three to four years and offered to install the switches for agent
  
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• APD releases latest episode of 'Duke City Case Files' highlighting 2018 unsolved murder

  02-05-2024 01:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new episode of the Duke City Case Files dropped Wednesday morning highlighting the unsolved 2018 murder of 24-year-old Antonio Gomez. He was near the Subway on Gibson when he was shot and killed possibly over a small amount of drugs. Police arrest highly wanted Albuquerque man connected to copper theftsGomez's family is joining the call to the public hoping anyone who may know something will come forward. "Have a little courage. Just a tiny bit of courage
  
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• City of Albuquerque settles lawsuits tied to actions of former police academy staff

  02-05-2024 01:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina says the department has seen an increase in the number of cadets that have entered the police academy and joined the force. That comes after the city has put a list of problems tied to the academy behind them. A new report shows the city has settled lawsuits tied to the actions of former academy staff. Albuquerque teen found guilty of murder sentenced to 38 years in prisonFormer academy Commander Angela Byrd
  
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• Lobo men's golf selected for NCAA regional

  02-05-2024 01:10 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Once again, the Lobo men's golf team is NCAA regionals bound. On Wednesday, UNM was selected as the No. 4 seed for the West Lafayette regional at the Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex at Purdue University. Nava re-tears ACL, out for 2024 seasonThis marks the 31st regional appearance for UNM under the current format (1989). Other teams selected to the region include Vanderbilt, Arizona, Florida, Purdue, San Diego State, Mississippi State, Indiana, Charleston, St
  
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• Angelo Leo to have televised world-title fight at Tingley Coliseum

  02-05-2024 01:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Angelo Leo is ready for a homecoming and an opportunity to become a two-time world champion. The former WBO super bantamweight champion will fight the current IBF featherweight champion, Luis Alberto Lopez, in Albuquerque at Tingley Coliseum in August. Nava re-tears ACL, out for 2024 seasonLeo (24-1, 11 KO) is riding a four-fight win streak and is set to enter the ring for the third time this year. The upcoming bout marks his first fight in the Land of Encha
  
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• Airbnb opens replica 'Up' house for stays in Abiquiu

  02-05-2024 00:58 via krqe.com
  
  RIO ARRIBA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Airbnb is bringing a one-of-a-kind experience to New Mexico with the installation of its Up House, a real-life replica of Carl and Ellie's home from the 2009 Disney/Pixar film "Up." The detailed recreation of the animated home is located in Abiquiu and is open for stays starting in June.The home is part of Airbnb's Icons series, which features "extraordinary experiences" based around icons in music, film, sports, and more. The unveiling of Carl and Ell
  
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• Winds die down tonight with a cold front moving through the state

  02-05-2024 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  The windier weather that has developed Wednesday afternoon will die down down overnight as a cold front moves across the state. Temperatures will be only slightly cooler for Thursday.
  Higher winds have developed Wednesday afternoon across northern and eastern parts of New Mexico, where some wind gusts are over 40 mph at times. Temperatures are also very warm again across the state, if not even a couple degrees warmer today. The combination of winds, warm weather and dry air is creating a high fi
  
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• Woman sentenced after drunk driving killed grandchild in New Mexico

  02-05-2024 00:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) says 60-year-old Evelyn Bustamante, from Shiprock, will spend five years in prison after a fatal rollover crash. The 2021 crash involved Bustamante's grandchildren, who were not wearing seatbelts or in car seats, the DOJ says.Bustamante was driving from Shiprock to Farmington, New Mexico when the crash occurred. At Northern Navajo Medical Center, Bustamante admitted to consuming both alcohol and methamphetamine, the
  
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• Bernalillo County looking for art to decorate community center

  02-05-2024 00:24 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The county is looking for artists to submit ideas for a public art piece to enhance the Westside Community Center. The deadline to submit an application is June 14."The art should represent the cultures, peoples, heritage, and/or landscapes of the South Valley," the county said in a press release. "The artwork may be integrated into the shade structure, or located on the concrete areas near the stage, but should enhance the performance space during the
  
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• NM Secretary of State launches new campaign to alert public to 'deep fakes'

  02-05-2024 00:10 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Months away from a major presidential election, New Mexico's top election officials are trying to ward off what they think could be a confusing race full of misinformation created by a growing level of artificial intelligence (AI). Study shows 65% of New Mexico voters ‘very confident’ their vote countedThe New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is launching what she calls the 'seeing is no longer believing' campaign, designed to help peopl
  
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• Albuquerque Police Department seeing increase in recruits

  02-05-2024 00:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –Following a national trend, the Albuquerque Police Department says it's seeing more cadets joining the force after years of declining interest and a flood of retirements. "Obviously during 2020 and a lot of the things that happened around George Floyd, there was a lot of exodus from policing," said APD Chief Harold Medina.Story continues below
  Crime: Police arrest highly wanted Albuquerque man connected to copper theftsInvestigation: 6th officer resigns APD a
  
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• Uber discounts for Cinco de Mayo offered to residents in Albuquerque metro area

  01-05-2024 23:54 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Discounted Uber rides for Cinco de Mayo are being offered to residents of Sandoval, Santa Fe, and Bernalillo counties through the “Take a Ride on Us” program.Riders can open the Uber app, and under vouchers, add the code NMCINCO24 to receive a credit of up to $10 off two trips. The credit does not cover Uber Eats or a driver’s tip. The campaign begins at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 3, and runs through 2 a.m. on Monday, May 6.6th
  
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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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• Morning drop-ins return to Jerry Cline Tennis Facility

  01-05-2024 23:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is celebrating National Tennis Month with the return of "morning drop-in" at the Jerry Cline Tennis Facility.Anyone interested in playing tennis can pay $5 for 2.5 hours of play (doubles or singles) over three rounds and a new can of balls. Cookies dispensary accused of violating New Mexico Cannabis Regulation Act at opening celebrationDrop-ins will be held every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m., starting on May 14. A minimum intermedia
  
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• Albuquerque woman to appear as a contestant on 'Jeopardy!'

  01-05-2024 22:41 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque resident Weckiai Rannila will appear as a contestant on the popular game show "Jeopardy!" Wednesday night.
  Rannila, 28, a module engineer at Intel in Rio Rancho, got the call to compete on the show on Feb. 14 and went out to film in Los Angeles, California, in March. "Actually stepping onto that set that I'm used to seeing every night on TV was very strange. And the actual, you know, it felt like a dream. And the time of actually filmin
  
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• Officials reaffirm commitment to combating child abuse in New Mexico

  01-05-2024 22:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A local children's advocacy center and community leaders reaffirmed their commitment to child wellbeing in New Mexico on Wednesday in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. All Faiths hosted a signing ceremony for a memorandum of understanding, an agreement restating several agencies' commitment to combat child abuse in New Mexico. New Mexico hosting motorcycle safety event in ABQAgencies in the event included the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office,
  
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• New Mexico hosting motorcycle safety event in ABQ

  01-05-2024 22:13 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Because May is motorcycle awareness month, the state is partnering with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) to host a "RIDE Day" event. The two-day event gives locals a chance to try motorcycling or sharpen their skills.“As the weather warms up and the number of motorcyclists on the road increases, it’s important for drivers of all vehicle types to pay attention, practice safe driving techniques, and take precautions to help prevent crashes,&r
  
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• Albuquerque teen found guilty of murder sentenced to 38 years in prison

  01-05-2024 22:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque teen who shot and killed another teen after trying to set up a fight at a nearby park was sentenced to nearly four decades behind bars. Back in February 2022, then 15-year-old Michael Salinas texted another teen that he wanted to fight him at Westgate Community Park.APD involved in police shooting in northeast AlbuquerqueThat teen got three friends to go to the park with him including Vincent Le. When the group arrived, Salinas opened fire on
  
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