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• Vacant secretary seat filled at New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department

  30-04-2024 00:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) has a new secretary. The position had been vacant since December of 2023.New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Melanie A. Kenderdine to be the department's new leader. Kenderdine brings experience from the non-profit and government sectors. Texas-based oil company to pay New Mexico $24.5 million over pollution allegations“I am honored to join Governor Lujan Grisham&
  
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• Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride motorcycle charity event coming to Albuquerque

  17-05-2024 19:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride is the world's largest motorcycling charity event. The goal is to bring together classic and vintage style motorcyclists uniting to raise awareness for men's mental and prostate health. New Mexico getting $25 million to plug orphan wells, address pollutionRiders are encouraged to dress 'dapper' and wear their helmet for the ride. Over 90,000 riders in 900 cities across 105 countries are expected to take part in the wor
  
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• New Mexico getting $25 million to plug orphan wells, address pollution

  17-05-2024 19:23 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The federal government is giving New Mexico $25 million to address pollution and orphaned oil and gas wells in the state.“President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is empowering communities across the country to confront long-standing environmental injustices by making a historic investment to plug orphaned oil and gas wells,” Acting Deputy Secretary of the Interior Laura Daniel-Davis said in a press release. “These investments are
  
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• Mesalands Community College settles lawsuit with former director of athletics

  17-05-2024 19:10 via krqe.com
  
  TUCUMCARI, N.M. (KRQE) – Mesalands Community College has agreed to pay the school's former director of athletics $80,000 to settle a whistleblower lawsuit.The former senior executive director of athletics, Milan Rasic, sued the school after brining a host of concerns, such as financial issues and campus security, to school leaders. He then claimed the school fired him as retaliation, according to court documents. The school's board of trustees denied those allegations via court d
  
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• The Vortex Theater presents: "How I Learned to Drive"

  17-05-2024 19:04 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Vortex Theater is putting on a new play starting May 17. Vortex is presenting Paula Vogel's Pulitzer Prize winning play, "How I Learned to Drive."Story continues below
  Trending: Farmington HS graduate told to remove Native American beaded graduation capLarry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearanceEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico May 17-23News: Report gives new details on train derailment near New Mexico-Arizona state line
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• Court hearing set on Alec Baldwin's motion to get charge dismissed in 'Rust' shooting case

  17-05-2024 17:33 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A hearing on a motion to dismiss an indictment against "Rust" actor and co-producer Alec Baldwin is set to take place in New Mexico district court on Friday.Baldwin faces an involuntary manslaughter charge for the shooting death of "Rust" cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on a movie set near Santa Fe in October 2021. Baldwin reportedly pointed a prop gun at Hutchins during a rehearsal when it went off, killing her and injuring director Joel Souza.Story conti
  
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• Census data shows two cities climbing list of 15 largest in US

  17-05-2024 17:18 via krqe.com
  
  Video: Which U.S. cities are the safest to live in?AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN/NEXSTAR) – Newly-released Census Bureau data shows two cities – one in Texas, one in Florida – have risen up the list of the most populous U.S. cities.The largest U.S. city remains unchanged for another year – New York City took the top spot with almost 8.3 million people as of July 1, 2023, according to data released Thursday. These are the most popular baby names in all 50 states, according to the So
  
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• No more 'Twitter'? Elon Musk confirms latest step in X rebranding

  17-05-2024 16:32 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Users might still be calling it “Twitter,” but the company officially known as X has taken yet another step toward eradicating the T-word from its platform.In an X post shared early Friday morning, Elon Musk confirmed that “all core systems are now on X.com,” essentially confirming that “Twitter.com” will soon be redirecting to X.com for all purposes.It’s unclear when the changeover will be complete on the user end; several hours after
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Suspect arrested, Motion hearing, Warming weekend, Session priorities, Robot dog

  17-05-2024 15:04 via krqe.com
  
  Friday's Top Stories
  Farmington High School graduate told to remove Native American beaded graduation capWhat’s happening around New Mexico May 17-23Report gives new details on train derailment near New Mexico-Arizona state lineDunkin’ plans in Barelas Neighborhood approved by Environmental Planning CommissionFeds allocate $14.7M for water infrastructure in New MexicoHobbs police investigating double murderSevere storms kill at least 4 in Houston, knock out power in Texas and Louisia
  
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• Warmer, drier weekend around New Mexico

  17-05-2024 14:57 via krqe.com
  
  Friday morning is cool and drier. Clouds are clearing from southern New Mexico, and light showers near Lordsburg are ending. There are a few spots of patchy fog in northeast NM, near Grants and near Hobbs. The fog has been light, not causing major issues.
  Friday will be a drier and warmer day. Temperatures will climb back to normal for mid-May, and skies will stay mostly sunny. Clouds will build in the mountains, and a few light showers will be possible this afternoon in the Sangre de Cristo, Sa
  
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• Masters champ Scottie Scheffler arrested ahead of PGA Championship then tees off hours later

  17-05-2024 14:08 via krqe.com
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was arrested Friday morning on his way to the PGA Championship, with stunning images showing him handcuffed as he was taken to jail for not following police orders during a pedestrian fatality investigation.In a span of four hours, the top-ranked golfer in the world was arrested wearing gym shorts and a tee shirt, dressed in an orange jail shirt for his mug shot, returned to Valhalla Golf Club in golf clothe
  
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• Masters champ Scheffler detained by police at PGA Championship

  17-05-2024 14:08 via krqe.com
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was detained by police Friday morning for not following police instructions during a traffic jam that followed a traffic fatality involving a pedestrian, ESPN reported.ESPN had footage of Scheffler handcuffed and walking toward a police car in the morning darkness, with traffic shut down for about a mile in both directions.Police said the pedestrian was trying to cross the road when struck by a bus in a lane dedicated to vehicles en
  
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• Masters champ Scheffler arrested on his way to PGA Championship

  17-05-2024 14:08 via krqe.com
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was arrested Friday morning on his way to the PGA Championship, with stunning images showing him handcuffed as he was led to a police car. ESPN reported he failed to follow police orders during a pedestrian fatality investigation.Traffic was backed up for about a mile in both directions on the only road that leads to Valhalla Golf Club, with dozens of police vehicles flashing red-and-blue lights near the entrance.Police said a pedes
  
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• What's happening around New Mexico May 17-23

  17-05-2024 14:05 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from May 17-23.Albuquerque
  May 17-18 The Show – Albuquerque's longest-running comedy show happens every Friday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $12.May 18 Downtown Growers' Market – The market happens every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Robinson Park.May 18 Trek Saturday Road Rides Outa Town to East Mountains – Hang with cycling folks, have fun, and group ride beginning at 7:00 a.m.
  
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• Much warmer and drier weather moving in starting Friday

  17-05-2024 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  It has been a wet day for parts of New Mexico today. Rain and storms have ended tonight, with warmer and much drier weather moving in starting Friday.
  The Albuquerque Metro woke up to rain this morning, with some areas seeing over half an inch of rainfall. Over one inch of rain fell in the Las Vegas area earlier this morning too. More showers and storms developed this afternoon, especially across the southeast part of the state. Some of those storms also produced severe weather, with large hail,
  
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• Dunkin' plans in Barelas Neighborhood approved by Environmental Planning Commission

  17-05-2024 06:20 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After residents in one of Albuquerque's oldest neighborhoods fought to keep a major chain from moving in, the two parties have reached a compromise.  "Dunkin Donuts wants to put a drive-thru there, we're all for it as long as it's safe," said Antonio Aragon De Barelas, Vice President of the Barelas Neighborhood Association. Story continues below
  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearanceEnvironment: City of Albuquerque urges caution
  
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• Man accused of drug dealing at Albuquerque bus stops under federal investigation

  17-05-2024 06:11 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A suspected drug dealer accused of doing business at Albuquqerue bus stops is now under federal investigation. Tyler Witt was arrested a year ago after the Albuquerque Police Department said he sold drugs to undercover detectives and a search of his home turned up thousands of fentanyl pills and other drugs. Albuquerque man sentenced to 32 years in prison for deadly road rage incidentHe was out of jail awaiting trial until this month when he was arrested wit
  
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• State baseball tournament - Quarterfinal scores, highlights

  17-05-2024 05:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Quarterfinal action for the high school state baseball tournament took place on Thursday. Here is a look at scores and some of the highlights. 2024 Baseball and Softball state tournament brackets5A#1 La Cueva vs #9 Eldorado
  La Cueva wins 6-0
  #2 Rio Rancho vs #7 Carlsbad
  Rio Rancho wins 6-5
  #3 Cleveland vs #11 Los Lunas
  Cleveland wins 7-6
  #4 Organ Mountain vs #5 Sandia
  Organ Mountain wins 5-3
  4A#1 Goddard vs #8 Bloomfield
  Goddard wins 9-4
  #2 Grants vs #10 Ber
  
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• Wages are keeping up with rent in only these 6 large US cities

  17-05-2024 05:41 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) —  American workers have seen their paychecks grow since the pandemic but in most cities, those gains haven't kept up with rent prices.
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  Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearanceEnvironment: City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreationTrending: Lawsuit claims CYFD did not do enough to protect special needs teen who diedNews: Clovis kidnapping and double murder suspect carjacked Uber driver at gunpoint
  
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• Feds allocate $14.7M for water infrastructure in New Mexico

  17-05-2024 05:35 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Millions of dollars will soon be used to improve New Mexico's water infrastructure. Five projects in the state are receiving nearly $15 million from the feds. Those projects include road rehab work at the El Vado Lake State Park, realigning part of the Rio Grande just north of Socorro, and money for fish conservation, irrigation, and other projects at Elephant Butte. New Mexico getting $28 million for wildfire defense"Right now we know this, and we talk about it a
  
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• Report gives new details on train derailment near New Mexico-Arizona state line

  17-05-2024 05:13 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Investigators have released new details about a train that derailed near the New Mexico-Arizona state line last month. About 35 railcars derailed from the tracks near Manuelito, New Mexico. Six of those railcars contained 30,000 gallons of propane. New Mexico governor facing lawsuit from NRA over new gun waiting period lawUpon impact, the flammable railcars caught fire causing the local fire department to issue a two-mile evacuation closing off I-40 in both di
  
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• APD investigating police shooting near Central and Mesilla

  17-05-2024 05:02 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a police shooting in southeast Albuquerque. Details are extremely limited but they say it happened near Central Ave. and Mesilla SE.Officers are said to be okay and APD did not provide an update on any potential suspects.
  
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• Freedom High School in Albuquerque now has a restorative garden

  17-05-2024 02:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A big donation from a major retailer is helping transform an old dirt lot at an Albuquerque high school into something a lot more meaningful.  "I think it's amazing," said Adrian Mora, On the surface, it's new flowers, vegetable plants and even some gnomes sprinkled throughout this garden at Albuquerque Public Schools' Freedom High School.  "It was mainly just dirt these weren't even filled. The potters weren't filled and there was n
  
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• Farmington High School graduate told to remove Native American beaded graduation cap

  17-05-2024 01:18 via krqe.com
  
  FARMINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) –  Outrage is brewing on social media after a Farmington High School graduate was told to remove her cap adorned with Native American beading and a feather. Video surfaced online showing a school staffer telling the teen to take off her cap, remove the tassel, and put on a plain cap. It happened at the school's commencement ceremony on Monday.The graduate's mother told KRQE News 13 that they knew about the rule but believed she had a right to wear regalia
  
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• Rain and storms ending across New Mexico this evening

  17-05-2024 00:57 via krqe.com
  
  It has been a wet day for parts of New Mexico today. Rain and storms will be ending this evening, with warmer and much drier weather moving in starting Friday.
  The Albuquerque Metro woke up to rain this morning, with some areas seeing over half an inch of rainfall. Over one inch of rain fell in the Las Vegas area earlier this morning too. More showers and storms developed this afternoon, especially across the southeast part of the state. Some of these storms have also produced severe weather, wi
  
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• 'Spot the Robot Dog' visits Española elementary school

  16-05-2024 23:27 via krqe.com
  
  ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – Representatives from Los Alamos National Laboratory stopped by Tony E. Quintana Elementary School in Española last week and brought along a special guest. The robotic team introduced the students to Spot the Robotic Dog.New Mexico getting $28 million for wildfire defenseSome kids even got to try their hand at controlling Spot around the gym. "Kids are very intuitive with modern technology, and being able to work joy sticks put the controller
  
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• New Mexico governor facing lawsuit from NRA over new gun waiting period law

  16-05-2024 23:17 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico's governor and attorney general are facing a federal lawsuit over a new state law that requires a seven-day waiting period for gun purchases. That waiting period law went into effect on May 15.The lawsuit, filed the day the law went into effect, on behalf of two New Mexico residents, claims the waiting period law puts an "unconstitutional burden" on those looking to legally purchase firearms. As special legislative session looms, New Mexico&rsqu
  
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• Hobbs police investigating double murder

  16-05-2024 22:59 via krqe.com
  
  HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Hobbs Police Department says two men have died after being shot on Wednesday. Officers were called to a home on North McKinley around 11:15 p.m. for a medical emergency.Albuquerque man sentenced to 32 years in prison for deadly road rage incidentWhen they arrived, the front door of the home was open and they found 54-year-old David Castillo and 52-year-old Felipe Castillo who had been shot. Both men died from their injuries.Hobbs police say they are seeking pe
  
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• ABQ RIDE to host resource and street fairs at Alvarado Transit Center

  16-05-2024 22:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – ABQ RIDE will host its first event series at the Alvarado Transit Center (ATC) in downtown this summer.The seven-part event series includes small resource fairs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 22, July 20, and July 24, and street fairs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 25, June 29, July 27, and August 31. Sitting Bull Falls Recreation Area gate reopensThe Summer at the Alvarado Resource Fairs will feature informational tables with educational materials on City
  
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• Albuquerque man sentenced to 32 years in prison for deadly road rage incident

  16-05-2024 22:43 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man who killed two teens in a deadly road incident in 2022 will spend the next three decades behind bars. Roger Wilson was found guilty of two counts of second-degree murder, two counts of great bodily injury by DWI, unlawful taking of a vehicle, and leaving the scene of an accident.Police arrest man for deadly shooting in downtown Albuquerque parking lotA jury determined that in June 2022, Wilson intentionally rammed into another car near Yucca and C
  
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