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• Video shows moments after inmate is accused of trying to escape transport west of Albuquerque

  03-05-2024 06:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - It was a scene crawling with law enforcement officers for an incident involving one of their own.
  On April 17, Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a crash on the Frontage Road south of I-40, west of town. According to a criminal complaint, a corrections officer was transporting inmate, Gabriel Sanchez, when Sanchez rolled down the window and tried to make an escape. While trying to get the inmate under control, the officer hit two other cars,
  
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• Albuquerque mayor, police chief speak on APD's compliance with DOJ reform

  17-05-2024 23:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is taking a victory lap over the Albuquerque Police Department's compliance with U.S. Department of Justice reform. The latest monitor's report, published on Monday, suggested APD is 96% compliant with more than 200 changes in the court-approved settlement agreement. A judge still needs to sign off on the monitor's recommendation. Expect delays on Bridge Boulevard May 20 through May 22Mayor Tim Keller says it's a big step forward. "It
  
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• Parent arrested after disturbance at Farmington High School, police say

  17-05-2024 23:39 via krqe.com
  
  FARMINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) – A parent was arrested following an incident at Farmington High School on Friday.The parent, identified by police as 39-year-old Jason Kinney, became upset and disorderly during a meeting with faculty around 9:20 a.m. As a precaution, Farmington High School was placed in a preventative lockdown until the situation was resolved. The lockdown has since been lifted, and there is no longer a threat, police said. Farmington High School graduate told to remove Nativ
  
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• CNM offering free catalytic converter etchings on Saturday

  17-05-2024 23:23 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Central New Mexico Community College and Triple-A Community College are offering catalytic converter etchings this weekend. The event will be held at the Ted Chavez Building on CNM's campus from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Movie in the Park at the South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center"According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, in 2022 there were more than 64,000 catalytic converter thefts across the country. And this type of crime is really costly for a vehicl
  
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• Expect delays on Bridge Boulevard May 20 through May 22

  17-05-2024 23:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – County officials say drivers should expect delays on Bridge Boulevard as crews begin gas line work. Construction times are set to avoid rush hour. New Mexico to use over one fourth of opioid settlement fees on outside lawyers, according to LFCThe New Mexico Gas Company is working to connect a new gas main, Bernalillo County says. To do so, traffic patterns and signals will be adjusted as follows:Bridge Boulevard:
  Eastbound and westbound Bridge Boulevard
  
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• NMDOT issues warning about campaign signs on state rights of way

  17-05-2024 22:40 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With primary season in full swing, the New Mexico Department of Transportation is remaining political candidates and vendors that signs are not allowed along any state-maintained right of way. The department says doing so is a violation of state law and maintenance crews will remove all signs regardless of message or political affiliation. New Mexico to use over one fourth of opioid settlement fees on outside lawyers, according to LFCInappropriately placed sig
  
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• New Mexico to use over one fourth of opioid settlement fees on outside lawyers, according to LFC

  17-05-2024 22:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico has been promised more than $880 million in opioid-related settlements and nearly $250 million of that will go to outside council fees, according to the state's Legislative Finance Committee (LFC).New Mexico is one of the states that has been involved in lawsuits against national opioid companies. New Mexico is expecting hundreds of millions of dollars from settlements, much of which must be used for the treatment of opioid use disorders. But a large
  
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• Some Palmer Candy being recalled from stores in New Mexico and Texas

  17-05-2024 21:49 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – United Supermarkets says they've received notice of a recall of some candy from Palmer Candy. There is concern of a potential salmonella contamination, the store says.Chocolate caramel corn (UPC code 20942400000) and candy tray (UPC code 20647600000) have been recalled. They were sold at Albertsons Market, Amigos, Market Street, and United Supermarkets in New Mexico and Texas. New Mexico governor facing lawsuit from NRA over new gun waiting period lawConsumers
  
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• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lists Dunes Sagebrush Lizard under Endangered Species Act

  17-05-2024 21:43 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is listing the dunes sagebrush lizard as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. The dunes sagebrush lizard is a rare species found only in the shinnery oak and sand dune ecosystems in extreme southeast New Mexico and west Texas. The lizard occurs in about 4% of lands that make up the 86,000 square mile Permian Basin. Primary threats to the lizard include loss of habitat associated with oil and gas development
  
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• Warmer temperatures this weekend

  17-05-2024 21:08 via krqe.com
  
  After a very active Thursday across New Mexico, much drier conditions are on the way today. A few clouds have still developed off the mountains, but little to no rain will fall. Temperatures will warm back to seasonable if not a degree or two above. Calm winds will stick around today and into tomorrow as high pressure builds over the Desert Southwest.
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• Movie in the Park at the South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center

  17-05-2024 21:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County's Movie in the Park events are back and Friday, May 17 the community can head to the South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center for a movie in the park. Dunkin’ plans in Barelas Neighborhood approved by Environmental Planning CommissionThis week's movie is the 2021 musical, "In the Heights." The event runs from 6:30 - 10 p.m. with the movie beginning at dusk. Guests are encouraged to bring food, blankets and chairs.
  
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• City Councilors pushing to rename a southeast Albuquerque street

  17-05-2024 20:48 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque City Councilors are pushing to change the name of a southeast Albuquerque street to honor an influential city leader.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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• Rio Rancho outdoor pools opening May 25

  17-05-2024 20:42 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Rio Rancho's public outdoor pools are preparing to open on May 25. And the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center will begin extended summer hours on May 28.The daily fee for outdoor pools is $4 for adults. Children ages 2 to 12 are $3 per day, and seniors 55 and older are $3 per day. Albuquerque offers sponsorship for some park eventsRio Rancho's outdoor pools, with hours, are:
  Cabezon Recreation Center Pool, 2307 Cabezon Blvd.May 25 – Aug. 4 (recreatio
  
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• Suspect in 2023 Albuquerque shooting death arrested

  17-05-2024 20:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A suspect accused in a year-old homicide case is now behind bars. Police say 19-year-old Paul Gonzales shot and killed Devin Caballero near Constitution and Morris in May of 2023.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
  
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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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• Boots in the Park featuring Thomas Rhett, Chris Young coming to Albuquerque

  17-05-2024 18:39 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Saturday, May 18 Boots in The Park will be coming to Balloon Fiesta Park. The day will be full of live country music, craft food, drinks, art installations, activities for everyone to enjoy and more. Feds allocate $14.7M for water infrastructure in New MexicoBoots in the Park runs from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. The country music festival includes artists Thomas Rhett, Chris Young, Chris Janson, Kameron Marlow and Dylan Schneider. This will be the first time Boo
  
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• Judge to decide 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 took place in New Mexico district court on Friday.New Mexico state special prosecutor Kari Morrissey and Baldwin's defense attorneys, Alex Spiro and Luke Nikas, presented their sides to Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer, who ultimately decided to issue her decision on the motion next week.Baldwin faces an involuntary manslaughter charge for the shooting death of "
  
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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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