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• Mayor Keller, city officials discuss report findings on housing, homelessness in Albuquerque

  10-06-2020 16:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Mayor Tim Keller and the Deputy Director and Director of Family & Community Services Lisa Huval and Carol Pierce took part in a news conference on Wednesday, June 10 to discuss a recent report by the Urban Institute that provides new information on affordable housing and its impact on homelessness. This is a developing story, KRQE News 13 will provide updates as they are available.
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• Mostly dry & heating up again

  09-09-2024 13:35 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Rain-free conditions with relatively chilly air is the big weather story this morning, and while some mountains thunderstorms will fire off this afternoon, most across the region will be very sunny with even higher afternoon temperatures than yesterday. Some storms in northwestern areas lingered around very early this morning, but they have since dissipated, leaving only behind some trails of clouds around The Four Corners with a high pressure system aloft which will on
  
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• Mesa fire proves difficult to extinguish, leaving crews to outsource water

  09-09-2024 05:43 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) -- Bernalillo Fire crews faced a challenging fire on the Pajarito Mesa Saturday evening.
  BCFR said they responded to a fire about 4:30 p.m., and a building was engulfed in flames. Former director of Los Alamos National Laboratory dead after car crash in New MexicoLimited road access and lack of fire hydrants made it difficult to get the flames under control, forcing crews to shuttle thousands of gallons of water to the scene.Crews were able to contain the fire
  
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• Women encouraged to join Albuquerque Police Department Academy

  09-09-2024 04:36 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – To recruit more female officers to the Albuquerque Police Department (APD), the APD Academy hosted the Women in Blue event.On Saturday, the event was a unique opportunity for women to get an insider's perspective on a career in law enforcement, and if it is the right fit for their life. Applicants were able to talk to female officers about the hiring process and put them into the headspace of what the female officers face. 114 participants ride down Central
  
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• Former director of Los Alamos National Laboratory dead after car crash in New Mexico

  09-09-2024 04:07 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (AP) — A former top official in U.S. nuclear weapons research at Lawrence Livermore and Los Alamos national laboratories has died from injuries after an automobile crash in New Mexico, authorities said. He was 69.Charles McMillan, an experimental physicist, spent nearly 23 years in various positions at Livermore in California and about 18 years at Los Alamos, where he was director for six years before retiring in 2017.He died at a hospital after a two-vehicle crash early F
  
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• APD: Homicides down in Albuquerque compared to same time frame as last year

  09-09-2024 03:55 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Even after a series of violent weekends in August, new numbers from the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) show homicides are trending down compared to years prior.It's no secret that New Mexico has a higher crime rate than the rest of the country. According to the FBI, New Mexico is nearly double the national average when it comes to violent crimes. However, APD said the city is having a downward trend when it comes to homicides.Last year around this time,
  
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• 20% of student loan recipients aren’t making payments: report

  09-09-2024 03:04 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — A new report says that one-fifth of all people with outstanding student loans aren't making payments. Some say they can't afford the payments, but many others say they're holding out for another round of forgiveness by Uncle Sam."With Biden's SAVE plan in limbo, many borrowers face uncertainty as to whether or not they will benefit from lower monthly payments and a clear path to loan forgiveness," Courtney Alev, consumer financial advocate at Intuit Credit Karma, said i
  
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• Kenneth Walker III sparks Seahawks rally as Seattle tops Denver 26-20 in Mike Macdonald's debut

  09-09-2024 03:02 via krqe.com
  
  SEATTLE (AP) — Kenneth Walker III rushed for 84 of his 103 yards and a touchdown in the second half and the Seattle Seahawks overcame a mistake-filled first half to beat the Denver Broncos 26-20 on Sunday in the debut of new coach Mike Macdonald.Walker sparked a second-half rally after an unsightly performance by Seattle’s offense over the first 30 minutes littered with sloppy miscues. The Broncos led 13-9 at the half thanks in part to two safeties.Walker changed the momentum in the
  
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• Video shows woman allegedly stealing $2,400 baby bird from Florida pet store

  09-09-2024 02:29 via krqe.com
  
  OLDSMAR, Fla. (WFLA) — Surveillance video from a pet store in Florida shows a woman browsing the baby bird section, before picking one up and apparently stuffing it in her bag.The incident happened around 9:52 a.m. on Saturday at Everything Birds in Oldsmar, about 16 miles west of Tampa, just as the store was opening in preparation for an event.Camera footage shows the woman reaching her hand into a petter, taking the Black Headed Caique and then walking out of the store, allegedly without
  
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• New Mexicans participate in 20th annual Chips and Salsa Run

  09-09-2024 02:18 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Well, there isn't much that would get New Mexicans running quite like some chips and salsa.On Sunday morning, participants laced up their running shoes for the 20th Annual Los Ranchos de Albuquerque "Chips and Salsa Half Marathon."There were also shorter distances for those who wanted to take part. Instead, they could do a 10K, 5K, Kids K, or a virtual run. Grit the Dog for President: Labrador campaigns to raise funds for ABQ non-profitLots of kids show
  
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• Guided hike coming to Sandia Foothills

  09-09-2024 02:03 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city is inviting residents to hike and learn more about a popular Albuquerque open space this September.The Parks and Recreation Department will be doing a "Foothills Wild Guided Hike" next week.Not only will participants get their heart rates going and get a scenic view, but they'll be able to dive into the history of the area and learn more about the ecosystem surrounding it. Pups hit the catwalk for 2024 ‘Mutt Strutt’ fundraiserThe departm
  
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• Some moisture to start workweek

  09-09-2024 01:53 via krqe.com
  
  More moisture moved into the state today, bringing afternoon storms to the mountains, along with some valleys and the central mountain chain down to the Sacramento Mountains.The same pattern will continue into early this week with more isolated, mostly mountain, afternoon storms through Tuesday.Late Wednesday, drier air will begin moving in from the west, beginning to push out the moisture. This will bring drier weather to almost all of New Mexico for the second half of next week as high tempera
  
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• Pups hit the catwalk for 2024 'Mutt Strutt' fundraiser

  09-09-2024 00:37 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Sunday, dogs and their humans strutted their stuff down the catwalk, but there were no cats on this runway!The event, hosted at Altura Park, was a community effort to raise money for Positive Links, a vegan non-profit dedicated to raising awareness of the connection between animal abuse and human violence. Growing demand: New hangars open at Double Eagle II AirportCity Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn was also there to show her support and reinforce the need to
  
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• Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer dies

  08-09-2024 23:54 via krqe.com
  
  ATLANTA (AP) — Walt Ehmer, the president and CEO of Waffle House and a member of the board of trustees for the Atlanta Police Foundation, has died at age 58, the foundation announced Sunday.Ehmer joined Waffle House in 1992 and quickly rose to senior leadership, becoming president of the company in 2002, and later adding the titles of CEO and chairman, according to information from Georgia Tech University, his alma mater.FILE - Walt Ehmer, president and CEO of Waffle House, speak
  
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• Father charged in death of Utah sheriff's deputy

  08-09-2024 20:56 via krqe.com
  
  TOOELE, Utah (KTVX) — The man who allegedly killed his daughter, a Salt Lake County sheriff's deputy, has been charged with murder, a first-degree felony.Hector Martinez-Ayala, 54, previously a person of interest, was charged by Third District Court after his daughter Marbella Martinez, 25, was found dead by police in Tooele on Aug. 1.Along with the murder charge, Martinez-Ayala has been charged with two counts of obstructing justice, stalking current or former cohabitant, unlawful tr
  
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• Chipotle is hoping you'll want to dress as Chipotle burritos and bags for Halloween

  08-09-2024 20:46 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – Halloween has always been a popular day for Chipotle due to its annual Boorito promotion, which offers discounted burritos and bowls to costumed customers. But this year, the fast-casual chain is actually hoping its fans will want to dress up as a burrito — or a bag, or a fork, or a napkin, or a cup.In collaboration with Spirit Halloween, Chipotle has debuted its first Halloween collection, featuring five bodysuits inspired by Chipotle's own utensils, paper goods and burrito
  
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• Trump faces night-and-day difference in debate with Harris

  08-09-2024 20:02 via krqe.com
  
  Former President Trump is staring down a night-and-day difference as he prepares to step onto the debate stage Tuesday with Vice President Harris.When Trump debated President Biden less than three months ago, he was facing a candidate who was trailing in the polls, in search of a moment to energize his campaign and beating back questions about age and competency. The situation has changed drastically heading into Tuesday's meeting in Philadelphia.Now, Trump will square off with Harris, who has m
  
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• Shooting in Santa Fe impacts traffic, prompts area shutdown

  08-09-2024 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Authorities reported an officer-involved shooting in Santa Fe on Sunday.
  In a post on X, the Santa Fe Police Department said the shooting is impacting the area with Washington from Marchy to Palace and Palace from Washington to PDP closed.Officials claimed a suspect was in custody and reported officers were okay. Drivers and the general public are asked to stay away.If more information is released, this article will be updated.
  
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• Shooting in Santa Fe cancels events; suspect in custody

  08-09-2024 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Authorities reported an officer-involved shooting in Santa Fe on Sunday.
  In a post on X, the Santa Fe Police Department said the shooting is impacting the area with Washington Avenue closed from Marcy Street to Palace Avenue. Palace Avenue is closed from Washington Street to Paseo de Peralta.Story continues below
  Crime: Attempted copper thief does $30K worth of damage to ABQ healthcare facilitiesEvents: What’s happening around New Mexico September 6-12Com
  
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• Santa Fe man suspected of driving recklessly in stolen vehicle, prompting shootings

  08-09-2024 19:11 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Authorities reported an officer-involved shooting in Santa Fe on Sunday.
  The New Mexico State Police claimed the Santa Fe Police Department (SFPD) was given information about a stolen vehicle around 2 a.m., and about 7 hours later, the owner was sharing tracking information with officials.
  The vehicle was found at the McDonald's near Cerrillos Road and St. Francis Drive, but it fled when officers tried to perform a traffic stop. Officers did not pursue the vehi
  
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• Rapper Kendrick Lamar to headline Super Bowl LIX halftime show

  08-09-2024 18:34 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- Rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl halftime show in February, the artist announced Sunday.
  In a simple post to X before games kicked off on Sunday, the Grammy winner wrote, "Super Bowl LIX. New Orleans," sharing a link to a YouTube video.
  In that video, Lamar is seen standing on a field, in front of an American flag while loading footballs into a passing machine that then launches the balls off-screen. He appears to be speaking to someone off-screen, but we never lea
  
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• September tax filing deadline looms – except in these disaster areas

  08-09-2024 18:22 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – The September deadline to make an estimated tax payment is fast approaching, but taxpayers living in designated disaster zones across the U.S. will be granted an automatic delay, according to the IRS.For people who don’t have an employer withholding part of their paychecks for taxes, Sept. 16 marks the deadline to make an estimated payment to the IRS. Taxpayers who fall into that category can include the self-employed, retirees, investors, businesses and corporations, amo
  
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• Is it too early to get a flu shot?

  08-09-2024 18:19 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Pharmacies are stocked with a new batch of flu shots, but that doesn't mean you need to rush out and get one. Health experts, who you've often heard urging vaccination as soon as possible, are instead suggesting it may not be the ideal time for most people to get their annual influenza vaccine.Timing the flu vaccine perfectly is tricky, but you'll want to get it ahead of peak flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises. Flu activity tends to pick up
  
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• Rare dime hidden for decades could bring huge payout for Ohio farm family

  08-09-2024 18:08 via krqe.com
  
  TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Three sisters from Ohio who inherited a dime kept in a bank vault for more than 40 years knew it had some value. But they had no idea just how much until just a few years ago.The extraordinarily rare coin, struck by the U.S. Mint in San Francisco in 1975, could bring more than $500,000, said Ian Russell, president of GreatCollections, which specializes in currency and is handling an online auction that will end in October. Is your $2 bill worth thousands? How to tellWha
  
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• Mother of Georgia shooting suspect called school to warn of emergency, family says

  08-09-2024 18:08 via krqe.com
  
  (AP) — The mother of the 14-year-old who has been charged with murder over the fatal shooting of four people at his Georgia high school called the school before the killings, warning staff of an “extreme emergency” involving her son, a relative said.Annie Brown told the Washington Post that her sister, Colt Gray’s mother, texted her saying she spoke with a school counselor and urged them to “immediately” find her son to check on him.Brown provided screen shots
  
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• Search continues for man possibly linked to Kentucky interstate shooting that injured 5

  08-09-2024 18:05 via krqe.com
  
  LONDON, Ky. (WDKY) — The search for a man possibly linked to a Saturday night shooting along a Kentucky interstate that injured five continued Sunday morning.Though they have not named him as a suspect, police said 32-year-old Joseph A. Couch is considered a "person of interest." Authorities were searching for him in a remote area of rugged and hilly terrain north of London, a community of about 8,000 people roughly 75 miles south of Lexington.“We’re going to go in and we&rsquo
  
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• Kentucky interstate shooting: SUV belonging to person of interest found, authorities say

  08-09-2024 18:05 via krqe.com
  
  LONDON, Ky. (WDKY/AP) — The SUV belonging to a man authorities believe is linked to a shooting on a Kentucky interstate on Saturday has been found.
  Authorities were searching a rugged and hilly area north of London, a community of about 8,000 people roughly 75 miles south of Lexington, on Sunday, looking for 32-year-old Joseph A. Couch. He has not been named a suspect.
  “We’re going to go in and we’re going to find this guy,” Deputy Gilbert Acciardo, a spokesperson f
  
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• Kentucky interstate shooting: Suspect at large as investigators find gun, SUV

  08-09-2024 18:05 via krqe.com
  
  Video above: Deputy Gilbert Acciardo, a spokesperson for the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office provides an update on the search for Joseph A. Couch on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024.LONDON, Ky. (WDKY/AP) — Authorities say they've found a vehicle belonging to the suspect in Saturday's shooting along a Kentucky interstate, as well as a firearm that may have been involved. The suspect, however, remains at large.Authorities were searching a rugged and hilly area north of London, a community of about
  
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• Kentucky interstate shooting: Gun, suspect's SUV found, authorities say

  08-09-2024 18:05 via krqe.com
  
  LONDON, Ky. (WDKY/AP) — The SUV belonging to a man authorities believe is linked to a shooting on a Kentucky interstate on Saturday has been found.
  Authorities were searching a rugged and hilly area north of London, a community of about 8,000 people roughly 75 miles south of Lexington, on Sunday, looking for 32-year-old Joseph A. Couch. He has not been named a suspect.
  The Laurel County Sheriff's Office said it had found the SUV registered to Couch on a service road near the Interstate 75
  
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• Some Verizon customers will see their phone bills increase next month

  08-09-2024 17:26 via krqe.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Some Verizon Wireless customers will see their phone bills increase next month.Verizon is reducing its Auto Pay discount from $10 per month to $5 per month for customers on older plans. The company announced the change in an email to customers.
  Several social media users shared that they received the email and expressed disappointment in the change. (Editor's note: The author of this story also received the email)."We are committed to bringing you our best network and servi
  
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