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• Federal cuts threaten upcoming Enchantment Awards

  19-04-2025 06:16 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's the latest student program in jeopardy because of federal funding cuts. But the New Mexico High School Musical Theatre Awards is now calling for help from the community to ensure the show go on.Story continues below
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• Rain moving through Albuquerque tonight, more rain chances still on the way

  08-05-2025 06:26 via krqe.com
  
  Isolated rain and thunderstorm chances will continue through the weekend across parts of New Mexico. Warmer and drier weather returns statewide by early next week as the winds pick up next Tuesday.Scattered showers and storms have still popped up today in western and northern parts of the state. Temperatures are also warmer across the state today. Showers and storms are still ongoing tonight, mainly across central New Mexico. Storms have moved through the Albuquerque Metro tonight, bringing us o
  
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• $70K in funding for global Festival Flamenco event cut by federal government

  08-05-2025 06:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A local organization that hosts a global flamenco performance is struggling to put on its marquee event after the federal government cut tens of thousands of dollars in funding. And those cuts are coming at the absolute worst time.Story continues below
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• Family of APD officer killed in hit and run months ago still searching for answers

  08-05-2025 06:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For the family of former Albuquerque Police Department Officer Bianca Quinta, life without her has been filled with a grief too heavy to bear. "We're all trying our best to live life without her, and it's been difficult," said Maricruz Dominguez, Quintana's younger sister.Story continues below
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• Student accused of bringing gun to Albuquerque school will not be held

  08-05-2025 05:24 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The student accused of bringing a gun to Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative School will be released from a juvenile detention facility. According to police, the student stole the gun from his mother's boyfriend and was showing the gun to elementary school students. New Mexico man accused of killing father will stay behind barsThe hearing officer determined that the student could be placed in custody at his home.
  
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• Second phase of improvements completed at Los Altos Park

  08-05-2025 05:05 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque city leaders on Wednesday came together to celebrate the official opening of the new BMX pump track at Los Altos Park. In addition to the pump track, phase 2 improvements include a brand-new dog park, completion of the walkway connecting major park features, upgraded road access, improved parking, and upgraded landscaping. Summer reading programs at Bernalillo Co. and Albuquerque libraries kick off May 31"I'm here to just say how excited we are,
  
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• Los Alamos National Lab and New Mexico schools work to make math fun for students

  08-05-2025 04:47 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A unique partnership between Los Alamos National Laboratory and northern New Mexico elementary schools is turning the subject of math into something fun. Through the Math Teacher Leader Network partnership, Blanco Elementary School said they have seen a remarkable shift in how math is taught and how students feel about the subject.Albuquerque Public Schools dedicates mobile library to long-time employee"One of the most valuable things that you can do as a teac
  
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• New Mexico man accused of killing father will stay behind bars

  08-05-2025 03:49 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A New Mexico man accused of shooting and killing his father will stay behind bars until his trial. According to New Mexico State Police, 18-year-old Ricky Romero and his father, 44-year-old Fernando Romero, got into an argument in Truchas, north of Española. Ricky is accused of then shooting his father. WATCH: Law enforcement questions NMSP officer accused of DWIRicky Romero is facing a second-degree murder charge.
  
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• Man convicted of sexually abusing 11 year old in Bernalillo County

  08-05-2025 03:18 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A jury found Aaron Gordon guilty of sexually abusing an 11-year-old girl. Gordon was a family friend of the victim.WATCH: Law enforcement questions NMSP officer accused of DWIPolice said the girl's best friend saw the assault and told the victim's mother. The victim's mom then confronted Gordon, and his response was, "You should have been watching her." Witnesses said he also commented about what she was wearing.Gordon faces up to 12 years in prison.
  
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• Albuquerque police outline National Guard's role in east Central operation

  08-05-2025 03:01 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An unprecedented mission for New Mexico's National Guard will have them helping fight crime on East Central this month. So, how are the volunteers feeling about something that's never been done before? Story continues below
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• Chicanos Por La Causa expands role in managing Albuquerque homeless services

  08-05-2025 01:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After a struggle to find someone to run Albuquerque's westside homeless shelter, the city said things are working out. Now the nonprofit running Gateway West is about to take on an even bigger role in helping the city's homeless population. Albuquerque City Council votes to expand services at Gateway CenterIt's the largest homeless shelter in New Mexico. Gateway West on the west side of Albuquerque saw a shift in leadership in December from the non-prof
  
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• Isolated rain, storm chances continue into the weekend

  08-05-2025 00:59 via krqe.com
  
  Isolated rain and thunderstorm chances will continue through the weekend across parts of New Mexico. Warmer and drier weather returns statewide by early next week as the winds pick up next Tuesday.It's a less active day of weather Wednesday across New Mexico, but scattered showers and isolated storms have still popped up today in western and northern parts of the state. Temperatures are also warmer across the state today. The rain and storms will end overnight as low temperatures will be warmer
  
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• Curry County infant tests positive for measles

  08-05-2025 00:34 via krqe.com
  
  CURRY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Health confirmed the first measles case in Curry County on Wednesday.NMDOH said an infant who was too young to receive protective vaccination contracted the virus.The Curry County case plus three additional cases in Lea County brings the total number of measles cases to 71 in New Mexico. Story continues below
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• WATCH: Law enforcement questions NMSP officer accused of DWI

  08-05-2025 00:12 via krqe.com
  
  SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Newly released video shows the moment law enforcement responded to a crash involving a New Mexico State Police officer who, at the time, was reportedly driving drunk.
  Officials say Hugo Diaz-Amaya, 33, was involved in two crashes that he left the scene of, hit street signs, and caused a crash on Highway 550 between Highway 528 and the Santa Ana Casino. He is charged with DWI, reckless driving, and failure to report an accident. VIDEO: Man throws sma
  
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• VIDEO: Man throws small dog at Albuquerque officer during arrest

  08-05-2025 00:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — A man threw a small dog at an officer who was trying to arrest him for trespassing on Monday. Albuquerque police say Bobby Chavez, 41, was eventually taken into custody on multiple charges after running away and then "briefly holding woman hostage in an apartment."Story continues below
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• Albuquerque summer reading program starts May 31

  07-05-2025 22:56 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – To help kids continue reading during summer break, the City of Albuquerque's public library system is bringing back a popular program. The Public Library of Albuquerque-Bernalillo County will host their summer reading program from May 31 to July 26. ‘Extra set of eyes and ears’: APD launches new Dog Walker Watch ProgramThis year's theme is Color Our World, highlighting the ways reading can brighten minds, encourage creativity, and bring families
  
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• Sinkhole appears in White Rock at NM 4 and Rover Boulevard

  07-05-2025 22:44 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) — A sinkhole has appeared in White Rock on Wednesday, according to the department of public utilities. An estimated repair time has not yet been determined.Story continues below
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  The sinkhole is at the intersection of NM 4 an
  
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• Albuquerque Public Schools dedicates mobile library to long-time employee

  07-05-2025 22:38 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Public Schools found an appropriate way to honor a long-time employee and someone who has a special place at KRQE News 13. Mary Bretting-Miller retired in February after working for APS Title 1 for 41 years. ‘Extra set of eyes and ears’: APD launches new Dog Walker Watch ProgramTo honor her retirement, the district dedicated a mobile library called Mary's Mobile Book Nook. "You know this is my joy, so when they said we want to have a
  
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• Former Virginia NICU nurse accused of abusing, neglecting babies facing new charges

  07-05-2025 22:28 via krqe.com
  
  HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Erin Strotman, the former Virginia nurse accused of abusing and neglecting several premature babies while they received care in Henrico Doctors’ Hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), is now facing 20 total charges.The eight new charges, four counts of child abuse with wounding and four counts of malicious wounding, were announced during a hearing in Henrico County Circuit Court on Wednesday.Strotman was initially charged with two counts in Janu
  
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• Lawsuit over Burger King Whopper ads to move forward, judge determines

  07-05-2025 22:27 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — A federal judge ruled that a lawsuit claiming Burger King misleads its customers with advertisements that make its Whopper and other products appear larger than they are must move forward.U.S. District Judge Roy K. Altman found "some" merit to the claims made by the consumers in the class action lawsuit that they could be deceived by the fast food chain's ads. Nineteen customers from 13 states are in the lawsuit, which was filed in 2022.The plaintiffs allege the burgers
  
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• Lobo basketball adds another guard with Summit League 6th man of the year

  07-05-2025 22:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Eric Olen and the Lobo men's basketball team continues to add to its 2025-2026 roster. On Wednesday, the Lobos got another commitment.Tajavis Miller, a 6-4 guard from North Dakota State, posted his commitment on social media. Miller comes to New Mexico with one season of eligibility remaining.During his three seasons with the Bison, Miller's point totals increased every season. Most recently, he averaged 10.6 points, 1.3 assists and 4.5 rebounds. He was
  
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• Lobo basketball adds another guard with Summit League 6th man of the yea

  07-05-2025 22:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Eric Olen and the Lobo men's basketball team continues to add to its 2025-2026 roster. On Wednesday, the Lobos got another commitment.Tajavis Miller, a 6-4 guard from North Dakota State, posted his commitment on social media. Miller comes to New Mexico with one season of eligibility remaining.During his three seasons with the Bison, Miller's point totals increased every season. Most recently, he averaged 10.6 points, 1.3 assists and 4.5 rebounds. He was
  
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• Summer reading programs at Bernalillo Co. and Albuquerque libraries kick off May 31

  07-05-2025 22:17 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — Summer reading programs hosted by public libraries in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County are almost here. This year's theme, "Color Our World," kicks off May 31.Story continues below
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• Trump administration warns student visas are a 'privilege' that can be revoked

  07-05-2025 22:12 via krqe.com
  
  McALLEN, Texas (Border Report) -- The Trump administration is heavily messaging that U.S. visas and green cards can be revoked, and it comes amid reports that international students are being deported for protesting and other actions in the United States.Border lawmakers grill DHS Secretary Noem, suggest security spending options
  In several recent posts on X, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is warning visa-holders and those with permanent U.S. residency that their privileges can be tak
  
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• 3 former officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols

  07-05-2025 22:10 via krqe.com
  
  MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — Three former Memphis police officers have been acquitted of state charges in the beating death of Tyre Nichols after he ran away from a traffic stop in 2023.It took more than eight hours over two days for a jury to reach its verdict, finding all three officers — Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith — not guilty on all charges. Each former officer faced seven charges:
  One count of second-degree murderOne count of aggravated assault – ac
  
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• Gail Ryba: The cycling advocate behind the bridge crossing Rio Grande at I-40

  07-05-2025 21:38 via krqe.com
  
  Video: A look at Albuquerque's recent bikeway and trail facilities plan.ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — In 2010, a bridge for pedestrians and cyclists was built across the Rio Grande, connecting the east to the west side at I-40. It was named after the woman who founded Bike ABQ and championed a number of New Mexico causes focused on environmental sustainability and climate change.Gail Ryba, of Seattle, passed away on May 7, 2010 - just a few months before the bridge was dedicated to her i
  
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• Cotton asks Gabbard not to share intel with Germany that can be used against far-right party

  07-05-2025 21:36 via krqe.com
  
  Video above: President Trump discusses first 100 days of his second term(The Hill) -- Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) asked the director of national intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, to refrain from sharing intelligence with Germany’s domestic intelligence agency days after the Berlin spy arm labeled the far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) as an “extremist” political party.Cotton requested that, until Germany treats the AfD as a “legitimate opposition party” and no
  
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• MAP: 11th state confirms measles outbreak as virus spreads

  07-05-2025 21:17 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – North Dakota is the latest state to report a measles outbreak, confirming its first cases of the highly contagious virus in 14 years.
  Nationwide, at least 935 cases of measles have been confirmed so far this year – triple the total amount we saw in 2024. More "probable" measles cases are under investigation but not yet confirmed.
  While 30 states are reporting cases, only 11 have official outbreaks. An outbreak is defined as three or more cases of measles that are related.
  
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• Black smoke emerges from Sistine Chapel; no pope selected on first vote

  07-05-2025 21:13 via krqe.com
  
  Black smoke has emerged from the Sistine Chapel after Cardinals held the first vote to select a new pope on the first day of the conclave, signaling deliberations will continue.The black smoke was visible just after 9 p.m. local time in Rome, indicating no one received the two-thirds of the vote needed to be elected.Cardinals entered the conclave early Wednesday and are housed in a residence in the Vatican, cut off from receiving information outside the isolated period. All cardinals younger tha
  
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• Michaels makes a direct play for JOANN customers with new webpage

  07-05-2025 21:11 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – As JOANN craft stores finish liquidations and shutter locations across the country, the operators of another crafts retailer are making a play for their customers.
  Michaels, which operates locations in 49 states and D.C., is actively wooing JOANN customers — and perhaps needling JOANN a bit — with a message posted to a new webpage that appeared in early April.“Welcome JOANN Customers," the site reads. "We've got your go-to essentials & so much more." WeightWa
  
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