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• Dry and mild end to the year

  28-12-2024 14:30 via krqe.com
  
  Breezy winds have begun to die down across the state with temperatures chilly to cold but milder than usual to start the day.
  Drier weather returns statewide today as temperatures continue a warming trend and winds will be lighter in the afternoon. Winds will pick up once again overnight tonight, into Sunday morning. Sunday and Monday will be the warmest day for many of us over the next several days. Stronger winds will pick up again Monday afternoon.A strong cold front will move into New Mexico
  
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• UNM Health Sciences celebrates a year of discoveries and accomplishments

  29-12-2024 02:11 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center is highlighting all of its accomplishments and discoveries this year. UNM Researchers led the nation in the study of how microplastics impact human health.They discovered the plastic particles in the placenta, kidney, liver, and brain. The university also made leaps in helping people suffering from substance abuse. It's home to the New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center, which has a hotline people ca
  
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• Mild and dry weather continues into next week

  29-12-2024 02:00 via krqe.com
  
  Drier weather returned statewide today as temperatures continued a warming trend with lighter winds. Winds will pick up once again overnight tonight, into Sunday morning. Sunday and Monday will be the warmest day for many of us over the next several days. Stronger winds will pick up again Monday afternoon.A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for all of eastern New Mexico for Monday. We will see winds gust between 35-55 mph with humidity percentages between 10-15%. Elevated to critical fire condi
  
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• Lucky Paws mobile van stops by Boofy's

  29-12-2024 01:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lucky Paws Mobile Adoption Van was out Saturday morning. Hoping to find forever homes for some furry friends. The van was at Boofy's Best for Pets in northwest Albuquerque. Pet adoption center at Coronado Mall to close as Animal Welfare Department transitions to mobile eventsThe nonprofit waived adoption fees and each adoption came with a free spay or neutering, vaccinations, custom pet tags, and microchipping. "Most of the time, these animals already kn
  
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• Santa Fe man arrested on outstanding attempted murder warrant

  29-12-2024 00:42 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A Santa Fe man wanted for attempted murder and aggravated assault is behind bars Saturday. Santa Fe police arrested 29-year-old Juan Uribe-Torres around 5:00 a.m. after an officer recognized his car at the Maverik gas station off Sawmill Road and US Highway 285. Police makes 2 arrests in separate incidents in southwest AlbuquerqueHe had outstanding warrants for attempted murder and three counts of aggravated assault in connection to a shooting in early October.
  
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• Rio Arriba county commissioner, school board member facing charges

  29-12-2024 00:38 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – An Española Schools board member and Rio Arriba County Commissioner is facing charges after getting into an accident back in October. Rio Arriba County sheriff's deputies responded to a crash on Forest Road late at night on October 13.That's where they found Brandon Bustos's truck but he was nowhere to be found. The following day, Bustos called the sheriff's office to report the truck stolen. Albuquerque officer charged with DWI, adds to string of officer ar
  
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• Musk writes op-ed backing far-right German political party

  28-12-2024 23:31 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — Tech billionaire Elon Musk penned an op-ed further expressing support for the far-right German political party Alternative for Germany (AfD). In response, the paper’s commentary editor resigned in protest. Musk, a close ally of President-elect Trump, wrote a guest opinion piece in the German Welt am Sonntag newspaper, Axel Springer media group’s flagship news outlet, that was released on Saturday. In it, the tech mogul touched on a variety of issues that, in h
  
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• At least 15 people injured after Florida train hits fire truck

  28-12-2024 22:29 via krqe.com
  
  DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) — Three firefighters and 12 Brightline train passengers were injured Saturday morning following a collision between a Delray Beach Fire Rescue truck and a train in Florida. The crash happened around 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 28, in Delray Beach, according to the fire department. APD: Suspect in 120 mph pursuit arrestedOne of the fire department's ladder trucks was crossing the intersection when it was reportedly struck by a Brightline train.
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• These are America's safest small towns: report

  28-12-2024 22:18 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — If you're ready to trade in car break-ins and police sirens for a slice of small-town living, you may want to set your sights on the quaint communities of New England or the quirky architecture mecca of Indiana.
  MoneyGeek, a personal finance site, had researchers analyze last year’s FBI crime data of more than 1,000 small towns and cities where the population is between 30,000 and 100,000.
  MoneyGeek then used research by professors at the University of Miami and the Unive
  
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• After predicting the financial growth of 2024, here's what 2 economists see in 2025

  28-12-2024 20:22 via krqe.com
  
  Brian Blank is a finance scholar and Fed watcher who researches how companies navigate downturns and make financial decisions, as well as how markets process information. Brandy Hadley is a finance professor who leads a student-managed investment fund and studies corporate decision-making and incentives. Together, they’re also the resident economic oracles at The Conversation U.S., and their forecast for 2024 held up notably well. Here, they explain what to expect from 2025.New year, new q
  
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• Big Lots reaches deal to keep hundreds of US stores open

  28-12-2024 19:03 via krqe.com
  
  The discount chain Big Lots, which filed for bankruptcy protection in September, has reached a deal that will keep hundreds of its stores and distribution centers open.Big Lots said Friday it will be sold to Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, a firm that specializes in distressed companies. Gordon Brothers will then transfer Big Lots’ stores, distribution centers, and other assets to other retailers.Variety Wholesalers Inc., which owns more than 400 discount stores in the U.S. Southeast and
  
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• These songs dominated the Billboard charts longest

  28-12-2024 18:46 via krqe.com
  
  (Stacker) - Every now and then, a new song releases and dominates radio airwaves, Spotify playlists, and, of course, the esteemed Billboard Hot 100 chart—and in terms of those types of hits, 2024 has been pretty impressive.Morgan Wallen and Post Malone's collaboration "I Had Some Help" became the first major hit of the year. It spent six weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 and was named the official song of the summer. The single was succeeded by another country-pop track, Shaboozey's "A Bar
  
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• Illinois man to complete decade-long 1 million pushups challenge

  28-12-2024 17:49 via krqe.com
  
  (WGN) -- LAKE BLUFF, Ill. - It's that time of year when people are considering their New Year's resolutions and goals for 2025. In north suburban Lake Bluff, one man is about to accomplish a goal he set 10 years ago.If you ever find yourself between a rock and a hard place, let Kevin Cullum be your inspiration to push past your problems.“With enough time, energy, and effort, anyone can do anything in life," he said.Cullum is just days away from finishing a decade-long fitness challenge - o
  
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• Texas AG orders preservation of border wall materials for Trump

  28-12-2024 17:04 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The office of Attorney General Ken Paxton said it "secured a victory" for President-elect Donald Trump during a hearing on Friday before a federal judge aimed at preventing the Biden administration from disposing any border wall materials over the next month, a news release from Paxton's office said.The release said Trump will use those materials "as he sees fit," and the Biden Administration confirmed in court Friday that it agreed to the order. Paxton files motion to block auc
  
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• How to know if you'll get an 'extra' check in January

  28-12-2024 17:02 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — In addition to a possible surprise bump in your paycheck, you may be among those who receive an "extra" check to start off 2025.
  Twice a year, those who are paid bi-weekly get a three-payday month. The first in 2025 will be in January — at least for some.
  Who will receive an "extra" paycheck in January?Even if you are paid bi-weekly, you may not get three paychecks in January.
  The easiest way to tell if you will is by looking at when you were last paid. If you were paid t
  
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• LIST: Top 10 wackiest Florida Man (and Woman) headlines of 2024

  28-12-2024 17:00 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) --  Another year has come and gone, but the wacky antics of Florida residents live on forever through the internet. "Florida Man" and "Florida Woman" were back at it again in 2024 with a wide range of shenanigans.Here are just a few of the top headlines from this year:
  ‘Not my fault the truck don’t surf’: Florida Man arrested after driving car into the ocean(Volusia County Sheriff's Office)Author: Kaycee Sloan | Date: February 6A Florida Man was arrested
  
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• Musk calls some MAGA supporters ‘contemptible fools’ as visa row intensifies

  28-12-2024 16:54 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Tech billionaire Elon Musk labeled a section of President-elect Trump supporters as “contemptible fools” as the online debate around visas for highly skilled workers on the right intensifies. A Trump world civil war has been brewing this week as Musk, and his “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) partner Vivek Ramaswamy have found themselves on the opposite end of the legal immigration debate with the anti-immigration contingent of the MAGA base.
  
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• Winning ticket for $1.22 billion lottery jackpot sold in California, Mega Millions says

  28-12-2024 15:52 via krqe.com
  
  At least one Mega Millions player has plenty of dough to ring in the New Year after drawing the winning number. After three months without anyone winning the top prize in the lottery, a ticket worth an estimated $1.22 billion was sold in California for the drawing Friday night, according to the Mega Millions website.
  The California Lottery said the winning ticket was sold at Circle K (Sunshine Food and Gas) on Rhonda Road in Cottonwood. The winning ticket matched the white balls 3, 7, 37, 49, 55
  
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• Warmer weather sticks around through the end of the year

  28-12-2024 06:26 via krqe.com
  
  Warmer weather will move back into New Mexico again this weekend with highs staying well-above average. Cooler air moves in though to start the New Year.Another round of light snow and rain moved through northern New Mexico Friday, bringing some very light snowfall accumulations to parts of the northern mountains. Temperatures were warmer across the state today too, thanks to a stronger westerly wind that is still sticking around Friday evening in the southern half of the state. These winds will
  
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• Pep rally held in Old Town ahead of Saturday's New Mexico Bowl

  28-12-2024 06:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Ahead of Saturday’s New Mexico Bowl, Purple and Red decorated Albuquerque’s historic Old Town as a pep rally hyping up the team was held. 2024 Isleta New Mexico Bowl previewFans from both teams traveled hundreds of miles to show their support. “We enjoy both teams because we live 30 minutes from TCU, but our family is on the Ragin Cajun so we are here to support them today,” said one fan.While fans celebrated and cheered ahead of Satu
  
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• Ice menorah destroyed in Santa Fe Plaza within a day of the display being put up

  28-12-2024 06:15 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Jewish community in Santa Fe spent Thursday picking up the pieces of their broken menorah. It was an ice sculpture to celebrate Hanukah that was placed on display on the historic plaza just two days ago.Story continues below
  Community: A look at the 2024 Good News Stories from New MexicoEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico December 27-January 2News: Albuquerque Youtuber documents abandoned areas in the cityFilm: Mesa Film Studio one step cl
  
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• State Police arrest man for probation violation in Santa Fe

  28-12-2024 04:02 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) –New Mexico State Police arrested 25-year-old Robert Jimenez who was wanted by U.S. Marshals in Santa Fe on Friday. Jimenez was wanted for a probation violation after being convicted for being a felon in possession of a gun. Police makes 2 arrests in separate incidents in southwest AlbuquerqueU.S. Marshals said Jimenez has a long criminal history including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, shooting at or from a moving vehicle, and armed robbery among other
  
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• Families heartbroken over Sunland Park cemetery throwing away decorations at gravesites

  28-12-2024 03:23 via krqe.com
  
  SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KTSM) – Families with loved ones who are buried at Memorial Pines Cemetery were shocked to find that decorations and gifts were removed without notice.Story continues below
  Community: A look at the 2024 Good News Stories from New MexicoEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico December 27-January 2News: Albuquerque Youtuber documents abandoned areas in the cityFilm: Mesa Film Studio one step closer to development near Double Eagle II Airport
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• Police makes 2 arrests in separate incidents in southwest Albuquerque

  28-12-2024 03:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There was a heavy police presence in southwest Albuquerque on Friday at Central Ave. and Atrisco Dr. Albuquerque police said it was because of two unrelated incidents. Officers arrested a man they said was high on drugs and wielding a knife. APD said they had to use force to take him into custody. State releases annual report on organized crime in New MexicoThen there was a car crash. Police said the driver of a Dodge Challenger hit a woman. That suspect dit
  
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• Warmer weather returns again this weekend

  28-12-2024 01:54 via krqe.com
  
  Much warmer weather will move back into New Mexico again this weekend with highs staying well-above average. Cooler air moves in though to start the New Year.
  Another round of light snow and rain moved through northern New Mexico Friday, bringing some very light snowfall accumulations to parts of the northern mountains. Temperatures were warmer across the state today too, thanks to a stronger westerly wind that is still sticking around Friday evening in the southern half of the state. These wind
  
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• Musk and MAGA are fighting over H-1B visas. How do they work?

  28-12-2024 01:33 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — Tech mogul Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have faced backlash within President-elect Trump's base after the two signaled their support for H-1B work visa, a key program to attract international talent that’s been criticized as too complicated and susceptible to abuse.The backlash heightened on the tech billionaire's social media platform X within the last week as Ramaswamy and Musk have faced scrutiny from some in the GOP, including far-right activist Laura Loomer and oth
  
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• This New Mexico city was Zillow's most popular Southwest market

  28-12-2024 00:49 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – If buying a house is in your 2025 plans, Zillow has singled out a handful of choice markets that have been booming this year. While no New Mexico spot cracked the popular market list's Top 10, one city in the Land of Enchantment did shine bright within the Southwest region. Albuquerque affordable housing complex to get renovated and add additional unitsZillow says Rio Rancho is the most popular housing market in the Southwest region. To determine this, the site ana
  
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• New Mexico city was Zillow's most popular Southwest market

  28-12-2024 00:49 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – If buying a house is in your 2025 plans, Zillow has singled out a handful of choice markets that have been booming this year. While no New Mexico spot cracked the popular market list's Top 10, one city in the Land of Enchantment did shine bright within the Southwest region. Albuquerque affordable housing complex to get renovated and add additional unitsZillow says Rio Rancho is the most popular housing market in the Southwest region. To determine this, the site ana
  
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• TCU, Louisiana prepare to play in the New Mexico Bowl

  28-12-2024 00:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the biggest sporting events in the state makes its return to the University of New Mexico's University Stadium on Saturday. TCU will take on Louisiana in the 19th annual New Mexico Bowl. The TCU Horned Frogs are riding a three-game win streak, beating Oklahoma State, Arizona, and Cincinnati and their quarterback is ranked eighth in college football. The Ragin' Cajuns, meanwhile, have won eight of their last nine games but fell short in the Sun Be
  
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• Homeless man charged with aggravated battery after attacking other with bat

  27-12-2024 23:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KTSM) – A 46-year-old homeless man has been charged with aggravated battery after he attacked another man with a baseball bat on Tuesday, Dec. 24 in Alamogordo, according to court documents obtained by KTSM on Friday, Dec. 27.Story continues below
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