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• Muhammad Syed sentenced to life in prison for the killing of three Muslim men

  08-11-2024 20:22 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In court Friday, Muhammad Syed was sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murders of three Muslim men.
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  In September Syed pleaded no contest to killing Muhammad Afzaal Hussain, 27, and Naeem Hu
  
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• Homeless veteran finds hope and a new home with support from VA

  08-11-2024 22:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the hardest parts of Juan Romero's life, happened when he was 17. He served as a Marine in Vietnam, evacuating the last of the Americans there. "Setting up the perimeters… parents and kids run up to you. 'You're god, you're god'. No, I'm not god. god, I was up there, you know, we're just here to help, you know? 'Take my kid. take my kid.' You know, that stuff is real. You know, it's like it stays. It stays with you," said Romero.
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• Strom brings 3-4 feet of snow in parts of New Mexico

  08-11-2024 20:27 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Winter Storm Warnings, as well as Blizzard Warnings, are now less widespread across northeast New Mexico, as lingering snow, subsiding freezing fog, gusty winds, and cold air will continue to be the main threats for still many areas today, continuing the treacherous roadways, as well as power outages.The strongest storm system of the season, which has brought in the most snow and coldest air for many thus far already with even more when all is set and done, is slowly mo
  
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• Storm brings 3-4 feet of snow in parts of New Mexico

  08-11-2024 20:27 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Winter Storm Warnings, as well as Blizzard Warnings, are now less widespread across northeast New Mexico, as lingering snow, subsiding freezing fog, gusty winds, and cold air will continue to be the main threats for still many areas today, continuing the treacherous roadways, as well as power outages.The strongest storm system of the season, which has brought in the most snow and coldest air for many thus far already with even more when all is set and done, is slowly mo
  
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• Winter weather blasts parts of New Mexico: Preliminary snow totals for November 7-8 storm

  08-11-2024 20:15 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A winter weather storm continued to blast parts of New Mexico on Thursday and Friday. While some areas like Albuquerque caught a break from the snow, Las Vegas got pummeled with 21.2 to 31.7 inches in some areas.Story continues below
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• Fire crews plan pile burns in Carson National Forest

  08-11-2024 20:01 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) –Carson National National Forrest officials say fire crews are planning to begin pile burning in and around Highway 150 and in the Valle Vidal. Officials say operations could begin as early as the week of November 11.
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• Vault Studios ABQ provides post-production for projects

  08-11-2024 19:28 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Vault Studios ABQ provides creators in New Mexico a space to focus on their post-production needs in a professional and affordable space.
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• 16 people facing federal charges for alleged role in Las Cruces drug trafficking network, DOJ says

  08-11-2024 19:22 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A total of 16 people are facing federal charges for their role in a drug trafficking network in Las Cruces, according to the Department of Justice.Story continues below
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  The defendants include Armando Conrad Gonza
  
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• City of Albuquerque partnering to host screening of "It's Basic"

  08-11-2024 18:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque and the Mayors for a Guaranteed Income are teaming up to host a screening of the documentary, "It's Basic" as part of the Guaranteed Income Works National Tour.Story continues below
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• 19-year-old Canon AFB airman rescued from flood waters in Texas

  08-11-2024 18:47 via krqe.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas -- A 19-year-old airman from Canon Air Force Base in Clovis, New Mexico, was rescued from floodwaters on Highway 84 just south of Post, Texas on Friday morning.Story continues below
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• Buy, sell, trade and see all type of currency at the Albuquerque Coin Club Fall Show

  08-11-2024 18:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Coin Club is the largest coin club within a 400 mile radius, with over 200 members. Former club president Phil Vitale spoke about about novelty coins.Story continues below
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• PHOTOS: Piled-up snow covers New Mexico communities

  08-11-2024 17:22 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As New Mexico's strongest storm system this season continues to move through the state, many areas are facing power outages, dangerous roadways, and piled-up snow on Friday.Below is a look at various locations throughout New Mexico Friday morning, thanks to KRQE viewer submissions. If you would like to submit your snow photos and videos, email them to [email protected] InformationLatest Weather Video ForecastInteractive RadarWeather Alerts
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• Albuquerque police arrest hit and run suspect

  08-11-2024 15:51 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department arrested Lawrence Gray, accused of fleeing in a stolen vehicle.Arrest warrant issued for suspect in Albuquerque warehouse fireAPD says police service aids responded to the area of Coors and Bluewater on Wednesday, November 6, following reports that a white truck had hit multiple cars in a hit and run. Police service aids located the vehicle in a parking lot in the area and called for officers. When officers arrived they dete
  
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• KRQE Newsfeed: Power outages, More snow, Shooting death, Northern snow, Tent Rocks

  08-11-2024 14:48 via krqe.com
  
  Friday's Top Stories
  Closings and delays around New MexicoABQ city agencies prepare for cold temperatures after massive power outagesWhat’s happening around New Mexico November 8-14City of Albuquerque opens warming centers during stormSnow leaves motorists stuck on highways in Union CountyPajarito Mountain to open on SaturdayArrest warrant issued for suspect in Albuquerque warehouse fireColorado funeral home owners accused of letting 190 bodies decompose are set to plead guilty
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• Snowy storm slowly starts to exit New Mexico

  08-11-2024 14:24 via krqe.com
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Winter Storm Warnings, as well as Blizzard Warnings, are widespread across northeast New Mexico, as snow, freezing fog, gusty winds, and cold air will continue to be the main threats for still many areas today, continuing the treacherous roadways, as well as power outages.The strongest storm system of the season, which has brought in the most snow and coldest air for many thus far already with even more when all is set and done, is slowly moving through New Mexico, cuto
  
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• What's happening around New Mexico November 8-14

  08-11-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from November 8-14.Albuquerque
  November 8 ABQ Artwalk – A series of new art exhibits, markets, and performances in Downtown Albuquerque from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.November 8 Zero | Free Immersive Theater Performance – Choose your player, form a team, and compete to see one champion emerge victorious. Begins at 7:30 p.m.November 8-9 The Show – Albuquerque's longest-running comedy show happens every Frida
  
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• New Mexico governor declares emergency as western winter storm leaves thousands without power

  08-11-2024 13:43 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (AP/KRQE) – New Mexico’s governor declared an emergency Thursday after a powerful winter storm left tens of thousands of people without power as heavy snow, fierce winds, and freezing temperatures marched across the northern two-thirds of the state and into Colorado.Weather InformationLatest Weather Video ForecastInteractive RadarWeather Alerts
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  The declaration opens up $1.5 million that will be split evenly between the New Mexico National Guard a
  
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• City of Albuquerque opens warming centers during storm

  08-11-2024 06:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque has opened six warming centers for people dealing with power outages or needing to stay out of the winter storm moving through the metro.
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  Bear Canyon Senior Center, Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Highland Senior Center, Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Los Volcanes Senior Center, Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Palo Duro Senior Center, Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Man
  
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• City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County open warming centers due to storm

  08-11-2024 06:32 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque has opened six warming centers for people dealing with power outages or needing to stay out of the winter storm moving through the metro.
  The centers are located at:
  Alamosa Community Center at Ted M. Gallegos Complex, Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Barelas Community Center, Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.Bear Canyon Senior Center, Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Cesar Chavez Community Center, Friday: 7
  
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• Snow leaves motorists stuck on highways in Union County

  08-11-2024 06:03 via krqe.com
  
  UNION COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Snow has trapped dozens of drivers on Highway 64 and 87 near Raton. Emergency crews have responded trying to get people to safety. The Union County Sheriff's Office posted pictures online throughout the evening.Heavy snow falls on Las Vegas during November snowstormA semi-truck got stuck and blocked off all the traffic behind it while snow accumulated. The National Weather Center tells KRQE News 13 that up to 100 people are still stranded. Deputies and
  
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• Storm delivers snow to Ruidoso

  08-11-2024 05:47 via krqe.com
  
  RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – A winter storm didn't just bring snow to northern New Mexico. In Ruidoso, snow accumulated in the southern New Mexico mountain town.
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  That area got several inches though not as much as the northern mountains. It also created dangerous driving conditions there.
  
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• Winter storm continues to move across New Mexico with more snow expected

  08-11-2024 05:29 via krqe.com
  
  The low-pressure system causing the widespread snow and rain moved into New Mexico from southeast Arizona early this morning. As we head into Friday, this storm will continue to drop several inches of snow across the state before the low moves out of New Mexico by Saturday afternoon.This low pressure is bringing heavy snowfall to central New Mexico and up. The heaviest snowfall is in the northeast. Though Winter Storm Warnings are in place for most of the state through the November 8. Blizzard W
  
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• UNM women's basketball bounces back with win over Morehead State

  08-11-2024 05:09 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After an opening season loss to a very talented NAU team, the UNM women's basketball team bounced back with a 66 to 56 victory of Morehead State Thursday night.
  Lobos senior Viane Cumber had a double double performance of 23 points and 12 rebounds in the win. Cumber was 7 of 12 from the three point line. Three Lobos finished in double figures. Hulda Joaquim, like Cumber, finished with a double double. Joaquim scored 12 points and pulled down 10 rebounds. Aly
  
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• UNM ready for tough test against UCLA

  08-11-2024 05:07 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  In just the team's second game of the season, Lobo men's basketball is set for arguably its toughest test of the season. UNM will take on No. 22 UCLA for a neutral-site game against UCLA.Going into the game, UNM head coach Richard Pitino hopes his squad will step up defensively. The Lobos game up 15 three-point shots earlier this week against Nichols on 41% shooting. Offensively, the Lobos were cold in the season opener, but the belief is the team will
  
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• Pajarito Mountain to open on Saturday

  08-11-2024 04:55 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – Pajarito Mountain in Los Alamos is having a historic early opening this weekend. The general manager said this is the first time in 40 years the ski area has been able to open before Thanksgiving.Heavy snow falls on Las Vegas during November snowstormIt's all due to a winter storm moving through New Mexico. The mountain got over two feet of snow over the last three days and much more is forecasted. The Aspen lift will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rental
  
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• Arrest warrant issued for suspect in Albuquerque warehouse fire

  08-11-2024 03:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque police have issued an arrest warrant for the suspect accused of sparking a fire at a nonprofit's warehouse. Investigators believe 39-year-old Samantha Lee caused the blaze at the Oliver Rigby Foundation building on Menaul near the university last month. 2 suspects arrested, charged with attempted murder in Santa Fe CountyAccording to a criminal complaint, Lee was seen on surveillance igniting fires at two boarded-up windows, an out-of-order sprin
  
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• Heavy snow falls on Las Vegas during November snowstorm

  08-11-2024 03:25 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – This week's storm has left the city of Las Vegas at a standstill after parts of town woke up to a foot or more of snow, causing closures and prompting snowplows to work around the clock. "No, I've never seen a snowstorm like this before not here in New Mexico," said Frank Casey, Las Vegas resident. Weather InformationLatest Weather Video ForecastInteractive RadarWeather Alerts
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  Some Las Vegas residents saw as much as 17 inches of snow
  
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• Albuquerque city agencies prepare for cold temperatures after massive power outages

  08-11-2024 02:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As the winter storm delivered inches of snow across Albuquerque, it also knocked out power to thousands of customers and caused car crashes. Now, the city is working on the problems as they prepare for another drop in temperatures Thursday night. Weather InformationLatest Weather Video ForecastInteractive RadarWeather Alerts
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  The snowfall from Wednesday night and Thursday morning caused at least 21 traffic signals to go ou
  
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• Santa Fe sees winter whiteout, storm system expected to stay through end of week

  08-11-2024 01:29 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Santa Fe said the area has dozens of powerlines down during a storm system that is expected to stay through the end of the week. “The leaves are still on the trees. That's one of the issues about why the branches are breaking. The weight of the snow on top of the leaves shears off the branches. The branches get into the powerlines, the powerlines come down. They're dangerous,” said Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber.Weather InformationLatest Weather
  
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• ABQ BioPark Malayan tiger enjoys winter storm

  08-11-2024 01:01 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –Humans are not the only ones enjoying Wednesday's winter weather. The ABQ BioPark posted a video of their Malayan tiger Arya playing in the snow. ABQ BioPark showcases pumpkin carving underwaterAlthough snowmen may not be her normal diet, Arya quickly took down the prey. The snow started Wednesday and continued throughout the night. The BioPark said a snow day is a chance for their animals to have fun and enjoy the cooler weather.
  
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