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• Old Town burglary suspect released until trial

  22-12-2024 18:15 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man accused of stealing around $10,000 worth of merchandise, including Pokemon cards, from an Old Town business will be released from custody. Brian Bettis is accused of stealing from Old Town Hobbies and Games earlier this month.Bettis was arrested by the Albuquerque Police Department on Friday. Despite a criminal record in at least two other states, prosecutors did not file a motion to keep Bettis in custody, so a judge released him from MDC on Saturday.
  
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• Canteen Brewhouse 'Merry Mingle Holiday Jingle'

  23-12-2024 01:12 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Canteen Brewhouse off I-40 and Comanche invited last-minute shoppers out to its Merry Mingle Holiday Jingle event on Sunday to find that perfect gift for everyone on their list. Dozens of vendors were on hand offering up anything you could think of to buy for that special someone. What’s happening around New Mexico December 20-26Officials say it is important to keep your dollars in the community and events like these help local vendors. "So any opportu
  
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• Chaves County man charged with aggravated DUI

  22-12-2024 23:26 via krqe.com
  
  ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – A Chaves County man is facing charges after state police say he slammed into a sheriff deputy's vehicle while extremely intoxicated. On Thursday, the Chaves County Sheriff's Office said a driver was waiting to turn in the intersection of Brasher and Sunset in South Roswell.They say the driver collided with another car, striking a deputy's vehicle parked behind them. When state police arrived to investigate, they found the driver, later identified as Alfredo Medr
  
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• Missouri company creates healthy dog treats using invasive fish

  22-12-2024 21:09 via krqe.com
  
  FARLEY, Mo. (WDAF) — In August, Missouri Coast Fisheries out of Farley, Missouri, found a creative way to catch invasive silver carp, and were able to use that technology in both the Platte and Missouri rivers.Co-founders Greg Trial and Jim Finke have been able to turn the silver carp into sustainable local products, like pet treats, fertilizer, and more.On Saturday, the company celebrated its first line of dog treats hitting the shelves: Barley’s Premium Dog Treats are now for sale
  
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• IRS to send up to $1,400 to a million taxpayers: Who are they and why now?

  22-12-2024 21:05 via krqe.com
  
  (AP) — Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks. The money will be directly deposited into eligible people's bank accounts or sent in the mail by a paper check.The IRS said it's distributing about $2.4 billion to taxpayers who failed to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. People who missed one of the COVID stimulus payments or had received less than the full amount were able to claim
  
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• 9 best radiant heaters for chilly winter months

  22-12-2024 20:58 via krqe.com
  
  BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Which are the best radiant heaters?When the days get colder and your utility bills soar, it’s a good idea to have extra heating help on hand. A space heater is a great solution for times when you need more warmth but don’t want to turn up the thermostat.This electric heating method warms up a space more quickly and is the perfect option for people who don’t want the noise (and dust
  
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• Virginia woman faces jail time after practicing illegal dentistry

  22-12-2024 20:56 via krqe.com
  
  NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A Norfolk woman will spend time in jail after being convicted of practicing dentistry without a license, following accusations that she illegally performed veneer procedures at her tooth jewelry business.Essense Martin, 33, was found guilty of the misdemeanor charge and sentenced to five days in jail. A judge also ordered Martin to serve five months and 25 days of suspended time, along with 12 months of supervised probation.The case against Martin began in early 2022
  
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• What are 'snow rollers'? Photos of rare phenomenon in Michigan spark curiosity

  22-12-2024 20:51 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – A photo of “snow rollers” that formed during a recent weather event in Michigan gained traction on Reddit earlier this month, sparking curiosity over the whimsical, snowy sighting.“This is the coolest thing I've ever seen,” one viewer wrote, remarking on the dozens of doughnut-shaped snowballs peppered across a field.A photo (above) of snow rollers, taken in Paw Paw, Michigan, has sparked interest in the rare phenomenon in recent weeks. (Courtesy Janice
  
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• What are the pros and cons of a high-yield savings account?

  22-12-2024 20:38 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — A high-yield savings account has a higher interest rate yield than standard iterations.Traditional savings accounts return around 0.43%, while some of the best high-yield savings accounts can return an annual yield of 5%. What is live social shopping and how does it work?What are high-yield savings accounts?
  They are accounts that accrue interest on the money in your savings account, including as much as up to 10 times as other savings accounts.There are factors to consider
  
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• Map: Where minimum wage is — and isn't — increasing in 2025

  22-12-2024 19:45 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — While the federal minimum wage has been unchanged since 2009, more than 20 states are set to see an increase in 2025.After the new rates take effect, nearly a dozen states will have minimum hourly wages at or above $15 statewide.
  Another 21 states will see no increase. And in all but one, the minimum wage matches or falls below the federal rate of $7.25 an hour.Which states are raising minimum wages?Effective January 1, 2025, the minimum wage will rise in 21 states. In Oregon a
  
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• Fireworks, multiple knives, pepper spray found in woman's carry-on bag at LAX

  22-12-2024 19:41 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (KTLA) — A woman traveling to Philadelphia from Los Angeles International Airport last week was stopped with several prohibited items in her carry-on, including multiple knives and fireworks.It happened on Dec. 15 around 10 p.m. at Terminal 4 of the airport.As the woman tried to pass through a security checkpoint, a Transportation Security Administration officer flagged her bag after spotting something suspicious in an X-ray. Can TSA stop you for marijuana in your luggage?The b
  
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• What fast food, restaurant chains will be open on Christmas Day 2024?

  22-12-2024 19:30 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Whether you're traveling home for the holidays and need a road snack, or you're searching for a dinner destination after a cooking mishap, you may find limited fast food options on Christmas Day.Still, some chains will be welcoming customers. Below is a list of major fast-food chains and restaurants that have confirmed their doors will be open on Christmas Day.It's best to check online or call ahead to confirm your restaurant's hours, especially because they may vary by locatio
  
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• Lucky Paws holds first mobile adoption event in Old Town

  22-12-2024 18:50 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After shutting down its Coronado Center location earlier this month, Lucky Paws Animal Shelter hosted its first mobile adoption event Saturday in Old Town. At the time of the closure of its brick-and-mortar location, Lucky Paws said the adoption center continued to get lower foot traffic and fewer visitors over the years. Pet adoption center at Coronado Mall to close as Animal Welfare Department transitions to mobile eventsOfficials with the shelter say they
  
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• AG Torrez concerned over WNMU president buyout

  22-12-2024 18:29 via krqe.com
  
  SILVER CITY, N.M. (KRQE) –New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez says he is concerned about the buyout the outgoing president of a New Mexico university is getting. On Friday, Western New Mexico University President Dr. Joseph Shepard announced in a Board of Regents meeting he would be stepping down in mid-January. Western New Mexico University under scrutiny for spendingThe move comes as the school has faced controversy for spending more than $200,000 on travel and lodging from July
  
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• Albuquerque man accused of ramming APD vehicle, driving intoxicated

  22-12-2024 18:17 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man is facing charges after police say he rammed into an Albuquerque Police Department (APD) vehicle while intoxicated Friday night. According to APD, officers responded to a parking lot at Central and 7th Street around 10:30 p.m. to a truck doing burnouts.Police say as they approached the driver, later identified as Ricardo Mones, he reversed into an APD vehicle before driving off. They also say Mones started driving the wrong way on Lead, wi
  
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• Saturday homicide investigated as justifiable

  22-12-2024 17:49 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is investigating a shooting that happened late Saturday night. One person was found shot at a home on Turquoise Ave. off of Copper Ave. Authorities arrest two women in Los Angeles for murdering man in Albuquerque, police sayAPD says officers were called just after 9:00 p.m. where they detained a male teenager. Police say family members told them the boy's parents got into a fight, with the teen shooting his father at s
  
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• APD: 1 dead following NE Albuquerque shooting

  22-12-2024 17:49 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is investigating a shooting that happened late Saturday night. One person was found shot at a home on Turquoise Ave. off of Copper Ave. Authorities arrest two women in Los Angeles for murdering man in Albuquerque, police sayThe person later died at a hospital. APD's homicide unit is currently investigating the death.
  
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• Local nonprofit receives $25 million donation from billionaire MacKenzie Scott

  22-12-2024 17:30 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – One local group has received some game-changing donations which they said will help them in their work to get New Mexicans housed. For decades, Homewise has helped thousands of New Mexicans across the state become homeowners.
  Now, they are receiving $25 million from the charitable organization Yield Giving run by billionaire Mackenzie Scott. Yield Giving helps nonprofits around the world.Homewise is also receiving another $10 million from the Anchorum Health Foundation
  
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• Above average temperatures stick around into the week

  22-12-2024 14:29 via krqe.com
  
  Temperatures continue to be warmer than normal for this time of year with sunny and dry weather across the state. Winds will pick up slightly in eastern New Mexico this afternoon, bringing even warmer weather to eastern parts of the state. This seasonably warm weather will continue into Monday and Christmas Eve.A storm will scrape New Mexico on Christmas Day. This storm will not bring much in terms of moisture though. At best, a couple of inches of snow will be possible across the northern mount
  
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• Route 66 Barber School offers free haircuts to those dealing substance use disorders

  22-12-2024 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The power of a good wash, cut, and style doesn't just leave us looking good, but feeling good too! "I think this is a great setting for people that are in recovery because the people that are touching their heads and the seats that they're sitting in in itself is like counseling, right?" said Antoinette Lucero, from State of the Heart Recovery.
  A good haircut is more than just a change in appearance. The fresh transformation can also positively affect your se
  
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• Warm and dry weather continues into next week

  22-12-2024 05:59 via krqe.com
  
  Temperatures continue to be warmer than normal for this time of year with sunny and dry weather across the state. Winds will pick up slightly in eastern New Mexico on Sunday afternoon, bringing even warmer weather to eastern parts of the state. This seasonably warm weather will continue into Monday and Christmas Eve.A storm will scrape New Mexico on Christmas Day. This storm will not bring much in terms of moisture though. At best, a couple of inches of snow will be possible across the northern
  
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• Large-scale Taos development project gets denied. Residents, Pueblo relieved

  22-12-2024 05:00 via krqe.com
  
  TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – A large-scale development project in Taos County has come to a halt. It comes after hundreds of Taos residents and the Taos Pueblo pushed back against the project. After years of fighting against the big development, advocates who opposed the project are breathing a sigh of relief."This is the end to this project, and we're really happy about it," said Mike Evans, a Taos resident who opposed the project."The plans that were trying to be implemented were just way to
  
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• Injuries reported after 'incident' at Killeen Mall

  22-12-2024 02:00 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Killeen Police said Saturday night that they are investigating an "incident" at the Killeen Mall that led to "some injuries," according to a Facebook post from the law enforcement agency.As of 6 p.m. Saturday, KPD said that the mall and surrounding area are "secure."In an update 21 minutes later, the agency said "there is no active shooter" at the mall and asked that the public stay away from the area. Killeen Fire Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety also r
  
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• Driver killed by police after driving truck into Killeen Mall, at least 5 injured

  22-12-2024 02:00 via krqe.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Killeen Police said Saturday night that they are investigating an "incident" at the Killeen Mall that led to "some injuries," according to a Facebook post from the law enforcement agency.As of 6 p.m. Saturday, KPD said that the mall and surrounding area are "secure."In an update 21 minutes later, the agency said "there is no active shooter" at the mall and asked that the public stay away from the area. Killeen Fire Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety also r
  
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• 2 hikers rescued from Wheeler Peak Friday night

  22-12-2024 01:57 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Army National Guard says two women were rescued while hiking New Mexico's highest mountain Friday night. According to the National Guard, two women in their 20s became stranded while hiking Wheeler Peak in northern New Mexico with no cold weather gear. Residents raise concerns over possible changes to Taos Ski ValleyTemperatures fell below freezing, a helicopter crew was dispatched near the peak around 1:00 a.m. The guard says the women had no report
  
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• Houston Rockets owner tapped as Trump's Italy ambassador

  22-12-2024 01:06 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — President-elect Donald Trump announced that Tilman Fertitta, owner of the NBA Houston Rockets team will serve as the U.S. ambassador to Italy. “Tilman is an accomplished businessman, who has founded and built one of our Country’s premier entertainment and real estate companies, employing approximately 50,000 Americans,” Trump wrote in a Saturday Truth Social post. Fertitta owns more than 600 properties in 36 states and in over 15 countries under his
  
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• Albania to close TikTok for a year blaming it for promoting violence among children

  22-12-2024 01:02 via krqe.com
  
  TIRANA, Albania (AP) — Albania's prime minister said Saturday the government will shut down the video service TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children.Albanian authorities held 1,300 meetings with teachers and parents following the stabbing death of a teenager in mid-November by another teen after a quarrel that started on TikTok.Prime Minister Edi Rama, speaking at a meeting with teachers and parents, said TikTok “would be fully c
  
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• NDI celebrates dance community with Winter 'Soulstice'

  22-12-2024 00:42 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The National Dance Institute marks the end of the year with its own Winter "Soulstice" Community Jam this weekend. The dance festival was hosted at the Historic Highland Theater in Nob Hill.Saturday's gathering was an effort to strengthen the dance community and connect youths to the power of the arts. The festival doubles as a congratulatory event celebrating students' hard work they've put into performances throughout the year. It’s eggnog season. Th
  
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• 'Jingle Jamboree' provides presents, shoes to Albuquerque kids

  22-12-2024 00:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Elks Lodge 461 of Albuquerque helped kids in town bring in the holidays Saturday at their Kids Christmas Jingle Jamboree. Every kid who came through the door got a free gift, a free pair of shoes, and a free meal provided by the Elks Lodge Youth Activities Committee.Other businesses from around the community joined in the giving. Organizers said the majority of donated toys came from two giving trees located across the city. Humble’s Holiday Market sho
  
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• 2 Party City stores will stay open despite national closures — here's where

  21-12-2024 23:31 via krqe.com
  
  HONOLULU (KHON2) — Even though Party City will reportedly close all stores immediately, if you're a fan of the party-supply retailer, you're one flight away from shopping at the U.S.' only two remaining stores.Party City stores in Hawaii will remain open, even as the national chain announced plans to close 850 locations across the country.The two Oahu-based stores — one on Nimitz Highway and the other in Waikele — are locally owned and operated, making them independent of the N
  
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