• 3 additional NMSU international students' visas revoked

    3 additional NMSU international students' visas revoked
    EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — New Mexico State University has confirmed to KTSM on Saturday, April 12, that three more international students' visas were revoked, bringing the total number to nine at the university.As we've previously reported, on April 9, the university confirmed that six international students had their visas revoked by the federal government and could face deportation.NMSU: 6 international students’ visas revoked by federal government
    NMSU has not released a statement a
  • Popular soup, bowl products may be contaminated; USDA issues public health alert

    Popular soup, bowl products may be contaminated; USDA issues public health alert
    (WJW) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a nationwide public health alert warning consumers that some popular soup and bowl products could be contaminated with wood.According to the health alert, the problem was discovered after cilantro, an ingredient in the products, was recalled for foreign material.Celery sold at Walmart recalledFSIS said the items of concern were shipped to "retail and institutional locations" in Illinois, Indian
  • Pet food recalled after testing positive for salmonella and listeria: FDA

    Pet food recalled after testing positive for salmonella and listeria: FDA
    (WJW) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a voluntary recall of certain puppy and kitten foods after a customer complained that their pet became ill and samples of the food later tested positive for salmonella and listeria.According to the recall alert, Blue Ridge Beef is recalling more than 1,000 lbs. of their puppy and kitten mix sold primarily in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York State, Tennessee, Rhode Island, and Wis
  • A bucket of beans and someone's pet turtle: Uber reveals 'most unique' items passengers left behind

    A bucket of beans and someone's pet turtle: Uber reveals 'most unique' items passengers left behind
    (KTLA) – It's no surprise that phones, wallets, and keys are often left behind in rideshare vehicles. But a urinal or a taxidermied rabbit? Those are slightly rarer.Uber has released its 2025 "Lost & Found Index," which lists the 50 "most unique" items left behind in its cars, as determined by the company. Among the more memorable, perhaps, are a mannequin head with human hair, a set of Shrek ears, divorce papers, breast milk, a live turtle, 10 live lobsters and a Ghostbusters prop "gh
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  • 5 major unreleased movies we'll (probably) never get to see

    5 major unreleased movies we'll (probably) never get to see
    (NEXSTAR) – After being shelved by Warner Bros. Discovery in 2023, the fully completed “Coyote vs. Acme” film was rescued from near-certain obscurity by another distribution company last month.The movie, a live-action/animated comedy starring Will Forte, John Cena, and a bunch of Looney Tunes characters, was one of three films that Warner Bros. Discovery had elected to essentially bury in their vault in exchange for tax write-offs. The other two were Batgirl, starring Leslie Gr
  • These bars and restaurants are being called the most 'outstanding' in the country

    These bars and restaurants are being called the most 'outstanding' in the country
    (NEXSTAR) - Foodies and restaurant lovers across the U.S. will need to add some new spots to their lists of places to eat with the James Beard Foundation officially announcing its finalists for this year’s most “outstanding” restaurant and bar in the country.The foundation recently announced its list of nominees for the 35th annual James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards, which will be held in Chicago on June 16.Winning a James Beard award is considered one of the highest honors
  • Officials want you to destroy these mud-like masses 'before they hatch'

    Officials want you to destroy these mud-like masses 'before they hatch'
    (WJW) — "Destroy them before they hatch": That's the advice from agriculture experts in Ohio and throughout much of the country as temperatures start to warm up. While these mud-like masses may look harmless, they're actually getting ready to produce a fresh batch of the invasive and damaging spotted lanternfly.You may remember previous calls for action from the U.S. Department of Agriculture asking people if they saw one to report it and kill it.The Ohio State University Extension said in
  • Trump exempts phones, computers, other electronics from reciprocal tariffs

    Trump exempts phones, computers, other electronics from reciprocal tariffs
    (The Hill) -- The Trump administration is exempting electronics such as phones, computers and other electronics from the "reciprocal" tariffs imposed on other nations, including China.Guidance posted by Customs and Border Protection, which collects duties on imports, indicated roughly 20 products would be excluded from reciprocal tariffs. Those include smartphones, computers, routers and semiconductor chips.The exemptions could be a break for consumers, who were facing the possibility of paying
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  • More than 22% of Americans don’t earn enough to be middle class: Do you?

    More than 22% of Americans don’t earn enough to be middle class: Do you?
    (NEXSTAR) — Amid rising costs and economic uncertainty, it can be difficult to tell whether your paycheck is still putting you in the middle class. New data shows just how much a household needs to earn to be within that threshold — and how many aren’t earning enough. The definition of “middle class” can vary, but many use Pew Research’s: two-thirds to double the median household income within a certain area. Nationally, personal finance site SmartAsset r
  • Why – and when – was fluoride added to US drinking water in the first place?

    Why – and when – was fluoride added to US drinking water in the first place?
    (NEXSTAR) – On Monday U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is calling for an end to fluoridation in American communities, but when – and why – did the practice start?Grand Rapids, Michigan, became the first city in the world to add fluoride to drinking water in 1945 as part of a study first sponsored by the U.S. Surgeon General, then taken over by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDR). Where does this New Mexico town rank among the 2025 &lsquo
  • Record breaking heat and fire danger this weekend

    Record breaking heat and fire danger this weekend
    It is a very mild start across the state this Saturday morning with mostly clear skies. Record breaking heat moves into the state this afternoon, with several places in southern and eastern New Mexico climbing into the 90s this afternoon. Southwest winds could gust as high as 30 to 45 mph, bringing a high fire danger across the state, but especially in northern and northeast New Mexico.Slightly cooler air will start moving into western New Mexico Sunday, but eastern New Mexico will likely break
  • Record heat, fire danger moves into New Mexico this weekend

    Record heat, fire danger moves into New Mexico this weekend
    Record high temperatures move into New Mexico this weekend, especially on Saturday. Breezy winds will also bring a high fire danger across the state.Another warm and even hot afternoon Friday across New Mexico with temperatures well-above average for this time of year. A few record high temperatures were broken from the western half of the state to Santa Fe. Very mild temperatures will stick around into Saturday morning before widespread, record breaking heat moves into the state for the afterno
  • New Mexico immigrant rights group joins lawsuit over IRS and DHS agreement

    New Mexico immigrant rights group joins lawsuit over IRS and DHS agreement
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A local immigrant rights organization is sounding the alarm over the Trump Administration's agreement between the Internal Revenue Service and the Department of Homeland Security to share data of undocumented immigrants who pay taxes.Story continues below
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  • Capital outlay funding will help with projects like acequias and school safety in New Mexico

    Capital outlay funding will help with projects like acequias and school safety in New Mexico
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed off on $1.2 billion dollars in capital outlay funding. It will be spread across the state, funding hundreds of projects. That includes 33 acequia improvement projects in northern New Mexico, especially after the years of fires and flooding in the area.Story continues below
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  • Another UCSD transfer joins lobo basketball

    Another UCSD transfer joins lobo basketball
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Since Eric Olen left UCSD to become the head coach of the UNM men's basketball program, multiple people with the Tritons followed. The latest is 6-8 forward Milos Vicentic. Lobo basketball lands JUCO All-American transferThe Belgrade, Serbia native first arrived at UCSD as a graduate transfer for the 2024-2025 season. He suffered a season-ending injury in the Tritons first game of the season.
    Prior to his time at UCSD, Vicentic played the first four years of
  • New Mexico State Police release update in fatal officer involved shooting in Española

    New Mexico State Police release update in fatal officer involved shooting in Española
    ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police have released new details in the fatal shooting of a man by law enforcement in Española. On Thursday, the Rio Arriba County Sheriff's Office received a call about larceny at a home in Dixon, New Mexico. The caller said that his son, 32-year-old Zachery Sisneros, stole multiple items from the home, including a gun.Officials provide update on Operation Route 66Around 1 p.m., a RASO deputy located a vehicle that Sisneros
  • New Mexico's governor to travel to Asia for trade discussions

    New Mexico's governor to travel to Asia for trade discussions
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is leading a trade mission to Asia. In an effort to strengthen business ties with Singapore and Japan, the governor's trade mission aims to promote the state's leadership in advanced energy technologies and explore natural gas export opportunities.‘Misuse of time’: Governor slams New Mexico legislature for bills passed this sessionIn Singapore, the governor will meet with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, then she will head t
  • North Domingo Baca Park now has designated food truck parking

    North Domingo Baca Park now has designated food truck parking
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Food trucks now have their own designated spaces to operate at a popular Albuquerque park. The Parks and Recreation Department has added three designated food truck parking spaces at North Domingo Baca Park, marking them with red paint on the ground and posted signs. City of Albuquerque accepting applications for Food Truck FridaysThe city says food trucks are a mainstay at the park, and they wanted to give them space to serve customers. "Oh, my gosh, w
  • ABQ Ride makes 38 job offers at rapid hiring event

    ABQ Ride makes 38 job offers at rapid hiring event
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – ABQ Ride said it made a big dent in its staffing shortage. The City of Albuquerque's Transit Department said it made 38 job offers to potential employees at its latest rapid hire event on Friday, including 22 bus drivers. They will be brought on as long as they pass their physical exam.Rio Grande in Albuquerque could dry up again this yearFrom there, they will start their training afterward. Friday was one of the most successful hiring fairs that ABQ Ri
  • Albuquerque mayor pushes back against President Trump's coal production executive order

    Albuquerque mayor pushes back against President Trump's coal production executive order
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller is pushing back against President Donald Trump's latest executive order on coal production. During the Electrify New Mexico conference Friday morning, the mayor signed his own executive order to speed up the transition away from fossil fuels at city buildings. That includes fully converting to renewable energy for all city operations by the end of the year.Rio Grande in Albuquerque could dry up again this yearMayor Keller sa
  • Officials provide update on Operation Route 66  

    Officials provide update on Operation Route 66  
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While APD is getting ready to bring the National Guard to Central, the Bernalillo County district attorney and sheriff have already spent two months cracking down in the same area under a special operation. The district attorney says their operation has already led to around 400 arrests. Right now, they're not sure how or if their operation will sync up with APD's work with the guard. "That's a big bust, right... Last night was a big bust," sa
  • Officials provide update on Operation Route 66

    Officials provide update on Operation Route 66
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While APD is getting ready to bring the National Guard to Central, the Bernalillo County district attorney and sheriff have already spent two months cracking down in the same area under a special operation. The district attorney says their operation has already led to around 400 arrests. Right now, they're not sure how or if their operation will sync up with APD's work with the guard. "That's a big bust, right... Last night was a big bust," sa
  • 'Misuse of time': Governor slams New Mexico legislature for bills passed this session

    'Misuse of time': Governor slams New Mexico legislature for bills passed this session
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is slamming state lawmakers leading her own party. Vetoing a handful of bills on Friday, the governor claimed Democrats wasted their time on license plates and naming a state bread while ignoring or rushing serious issues like crime and tax reform. "We came into this legislative session ready to move quickly to deliver results on public safety," said Rep. Javier Martinez, Speaker of the House.Story continues below
    Business:
  • Travel + Leisure rates New Mexico spot as most beautiful

    Travel + Leisure rates New Mexico spot as most beautiful
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – We all know the state of New Mexico has numerous gorgeous spots. Travel + Leisure recently highlighted each state's (and the District of Columbia's) most beautiful spot.New Mexico was represented on the list by the Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness. The area, three hours from Albuquerque, is the result of millions of years of erosion, resulting in what the publication calls a "sci-fi fantasy-like display of pinnacles, spires, and other weirdly wonderful bodies of weathere
  • Rio Grande in Albuquerque could dry up again this year

    Rio Grande in Albuquerque could dry up again this year
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's already a challenging year for water in the Rio Grande, now there are new indicators of just how bad this year's water supply conditions may be in the metro area. “I think given the forecast for water supply conditions, I think widespread river channel drying is likely this year,” said River Operations Manager for the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District (MRGCD) Anne Marken.Story continues below
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  • Record hot weekend across New Mexico

    Record hot weekend across New Mexico
    Record high temperatures move into New Mexico this weekend, especially on Saturday. Breezy winds will also bring a high fire danger across the state.
    Another warm and even hot afternoon Friday across New Mexico with temperatures well-above average for this time of year. A few record high temperatures are being broken from the western half of the state to Santa Fe. Very mild temperatures will stick around into Saturday morning before widespread, record breaking heat moves into the state for the a
  • History competition for students in New Mexico loses funding due to federal cuts

    History competition for students in New Mexico loses funding due to federal cuts
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A popular student competition getting New Mexico school kids learning about American history is now the latest victim in an avalanche of federal budget cuts. Hundreds of New Mexico middle and high school students take part in this yearly event, and said it would be a sad thing to see the competition go.Story continues below
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  • VIDEO: Man arrested by APD headbutts officer

    VIDEO: Man arrested by APD headbutts officer
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man was arrested back on March 31 after attacking someone in northeast Albuquerque. It was only the beginning. The man was aggressive the entire time, even attacking an officer multiple times.It was Davon Butler's early morning arrest late last month that ended up being a handful for officers. He didn't want to answer any of their questions or say who he was and only demanded to talk to his lawyer.After taking him to APD's identification lab, Butler r
  • The only garden in New Mexico growing original No. 9 Chile this year

    The only garden in New Mexico growing original No. 9 Chile this year
    DOÑA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — There's a special, historically bred Chile called "New Mexico No. 9." This year, the only garden growing it is the Fort Selden Historic Site.Story continues below
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    No. 9 was the first Chile species dev
  • 'The wildlife belongs to all of us here': A look into New Mexico's wildlife law violation checkpoints

    'The wildlife belongs to all of us here': A look into New Mexico's wildlife law violation checkpoints
    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — Wildlife law violation checkpoints pop up in the state periodically throughout the year. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) announced last week the public may be seeing some of those checkpoints as the current license year carries on.NMDGF Communications Director Darren Vaughan says common wildlife violations include failing to tag harvested animals, hunting without a license, or even possession of a protected species without a license. The departme

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