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• Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network's Buddy Walk coming to Expo New Mexico

  10-09-2024 20:21 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network's Buddy Walk will be September 21, beginning at 10 a.m. at Expo New Mexico.
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• A closing chapter in Albuquerque's mysterious Muslim murders

  17-09-2024 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  It's a case that rattled New Mexico's Muslim community after three men were shot and killed seemingly at random in the summer of 2022. Investigators at the time wouldn’t call it a ‘hate crime’ before a suspect was identified.
  Today, with Muhammad Syed behind bars for the murders, the motive remains a mystery. Syed was convicted earlier this year in one of the murders, then recently took a plea deal in the remaining two killings.
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• Strong storms possible in parts of New Mexico Tuesday

  17-09-2024 06:27 via krqe.com
  
  Showers have been brining much needed rain to parts of New Mexico Monday. More storms will develop Tuesday afternoon.Moisture has been streaming up into New Mexico Monday ahead of a strong low pressure system. For parts of the state, it has been raining since early this morning. The rain and cloud cover across northern and central New Mexico has been keeping temperatures much cooler today. Spotty showers and a few thunderstorms will continue to be possible overnight across the western two-thirds
  
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• Bernalillo County sheriff and deputy facing new lawsuit after man shot, killed

  17-09-2024 06:05 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) -- A shooting during a stand-off with a man having a mental health crisis last November has now landed Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) personnel in a new lawsuit.The daughter of Joseph Ramos is suing Bernalillo County, BCSO Sherrif John Allen, and BCSO Deputy Joshua Mora. Ramos was killed in a barricade incident with law enforcement last November while having a mental health crisis.According to BCSO, Ramos showed up armed at a fire station and called
  
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• Marble Arno Pump Station renamed after former Albuquerque city councilor

  17-09-2024 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A pump station in Downtown Albuquerque is going by a new name. It's the same pump station that failed to stop severe flooding in the area after a settings glitch in June. Now, it's been named after the former city councilor who helped to create it.Tucked away on the cross street of Broadway Boulevard and Marble Avenue in Downtown Albuquerque is the Marble Arno Pump Station, or at least, it used to be called that. Since Friday, it's been named after former Ci
  
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• Marble Arno Pump Station renamed after former ABQ City Councilor

  17-09-2024 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A pump station in Downtown Albuquerque is going by a new name. It's the same pump station that failed to stop severe flooding in the area after a settings glitch in June. Now, it's been named after the former city councilor who helped to create it.Tucked away on the cross street of Broadway Boulevard and Marble Avenue in Downtown Albuquerque is the Marble Arno Pump Station, or at least, it used to be called that. Since Friday, it's been named after former Ci
  
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• JW Academy fighter Steve Garcia is in Van Tate's Sports Office

  17-09-2024 05:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUEALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Since moving to the featherweight division of the UFC, Jackson and Wink Academy fighter Steve Garcia has found a groove that has him racking up wins.
  "I feel like this is like my prime, man. I feel like there's several things, you know," said Garcia. "My faith has been something that I definitely hold near and dear to my heart. What a lot of people don't understand is that sometimes failure can lead to something great, if you let it, and, I suffered a
  
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• Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrested in New York after grand jury indictment: reports

  17-09-2024 05:04 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Sean "Diddy" Combs was arrested Monday in Manhattan following a grand jury indictment, multiple outlets are reporting.Diddy's attorney, Marc Agnifilo, issued the following statement: "We are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution of Mr. Combs by the U.S. Attorney’s Office."He called Diddy an "imperfect person," adding: "To his credit Mr. Combs has been nothing but cooperative with this investigation and he voluntarily relocate
  
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• Santa Fe County Clerk's Office recognized for implementing election strategy

  17-09-2024 04:58 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — The election is just a couple of months, and the Santa Fe County clerk is a trailblazer in making sure it's secure.The National Association of Election Officials awarded the clerk for its first-of-a-kind program.Project Bruno is designed to protect election tabulators from physical theft, tampering, and unforeseen disruptions. It utilizes GPS tracking and uninterruptible power supplies to ensure continuous security. Coronado Dog Park could soon belong to Cream
  
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• Employers say many Gen Z workers aren't prepared for the workplace: survey

  17-09-2024 04:21 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) -- Gen Z employees have some work ahead to earn their bosses' trust.A recent survey by Intelligent.com found that about one in six companies are hesitant to hire recent college graduates, citing concerns over their preparedness, communication skills, and professionalism.A stunning six in 10 businesses said they had fired college grads they hired in 2024, while one in seven said they may refrain from hiring recent college grads next year.Some hiring managers and business leaders believe Ge
  
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• Trump recounts apparent assassination attempt on Florida golf course

  17-09-2024 04:06 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Former President Trump on Monday offered his first recollection of what he was doing when Secret Service engaged an alleged would-be-assassin along the perimeter of his Florida golf club a day earlier.Trump spoke with Farokh Sarmad, an influencer in the cryptocurrency world, for a Spaces event on X. It marked Trump's first comments since the apparent assassination attempt.The former president said he was playing golf with businessman Steve Witkoff and other friends when "all of a s
  
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• BCSO deputies find deceased person

  17-09-2024 02:49 via krqe.com
  
  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) -- On Monday, deputies discovered a dead person.According to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to Douglas Road SW around 10:30 a.m. and discovered a deceased person.
  The homicide unit is investigating.
  If more details surface, they'll be added to this article.
  
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• Coronado Dog Park could soon belong to Creamland Dairy

  17-09-2024 02:37 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city shut down Coronado Park and a notorious homeless camp inside it; now, the last standing piece of that park has a buyer ready to take over.
  The dog park sits right across from the old Coronado Park, and if all goes according to plan, the plot may soon be the property of Creamland Dairy. After councilors declared the Coronado Dog Park on 3rd and McKnight "not essential" for city use this year, then put it up for sale in June, now there is a poten
  
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• When does early voting begin in my state?

  17-09-2024 02:27 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — With the 2024 general election fast approaching on Nov. 5, many Americans will look to vote early to avoid Election Day lines and potential confusion.The early voting windows vary by state, with some states like Minnesota opening in-person and absentee voting as early as Sept. 20.
  Here's a look at when early voting begins in all 50 states along with information on how to register to vote and how to check your registration status in your state.AlabamaAlabama does not have ear
  
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• Blues Night coming to Civic Plaza on September 21

  17-09-2024 02:14 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) -- The City of Albuquerque and the New Mexico Jazz Festival will close out the summer with a little bit of the blues.Sue Foley and the Texas Horns will headline "Blues Night on Civic Plaza," a free concert set for Saturday.Story continues below
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• APS focuses on clearing threats, checking in with those making them

  17-09-2024 01:59 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With a growing number of threats of school violence, Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) is launching a new team. It'll consist of police and social workers who investigate threats and look to help the students making them.Just over a month into the new school year, APS faced a major challenge last week, responding to several social media posts that threatened school shootings. String of break-ins leaves 4th Street plaza businesses on edgeBCSO and APS inve
  
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• Researchers back in Tijuana River Valley, still finding hydrogen sulfide in the air

  17-09-2024 01:48 via krqe.com
  
  SAN DIEGO (Border Report) -- Researchers from San Diego State University and UC San Diego are back in the Tijuana River Valley after pulling out last week over health concerns arising from toxic gases they detected in the air.Last week, they announced a temporary halt to their work when their monitors detected hydrogen sulfide and hydrogen cyanide in the air.Citing health concerns, researchers felt it was in their best interests to leave the area until further testing could be done.Almost immedi
  
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• 'We just need help': City council bill about vacant buildings deferred

  17-09-2024 01:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A bill looking to help fill Downtown Albuquerque's vacant buildings was amended to change rules about blocking sidewalks and holding banners.Ordinance 42 would penalize owners of dilapidated and vacant buildings if the facility stays in that state. It also involved rules about sidewalks and forming lines. String of break-ins leaves 4th Street plaza businesses on edgeDuring the meeting on Monday night, many spoke about how they felt about the bill. Business o
  
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• Proposed city council bill could impact protestors, homeless in Downtown Albuquerque

  17-09-2024 01:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A broad bill looking to help fill Downtown Albuquerque's vacant buildings could also add new rules against blocking sidewalks, and that could affect everyone from protestors to the homeless."I do believe this will make a difference," said City Councilor Joaquin Baca."We want a place we all feel safe walking around, and this is not the way to do it," said Maria Martinez Sanchez, the legal director for ACLU of New Mexico.There's split reaction to the potential
  
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• Proposed city council bill could impact protesters, homeless in Downtown Albuquerque

  17-09-2024 01:44 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A broad bill looking to help fill Downtown Albuquerque's vacant buildings could also add new rules against blocking sidewalks, and that could affect everyone from protesters to the homeless."I do believe this will make a difference," said City Councilor Joaquin Baca."We want a place we all feel safe walking around, and this is not the way to do it," said Maria Martinez Sanchez, the legal director for ACLU of New Mexico.There's split reaction to the potential
  
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• Border arrests rose slightly in August; Encounters at ports of entry hold steady

  17-09-2024 01:40 via krqe.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) -- U.S. Border Patrol arrests along the Southwest border rose slightly from July to August but remained among the Biden administration's lowest.According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection data released Monday afternoon, border agents had 58,038 encounters between ports of entry in August, up from 56,399 in July.Border arrests between ports of entry along the Southwest border in Fiscal Year 2024. (CBP)
  Border arrests hit a record high of 249,741 in December, but
  
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• UNM testing emergency system on Tuesday

  17-09-2024 01:33 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The University of New Mexico will be testing its emergency notification system on Tuesday.The test, which is at the beginning of each semester, will include sirens, emails, and texts. It also gives updates on the UNM website and social media accounts.It is set for 11:02 in the morning.
  
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• String of break-ins leaves 4th Street plaza businesses on edge

  17-09-2024 01:28 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –  A North Valley business plaza said someone smashed their way into the building with a sledgehammer, and it happened more than once over the weekend."It's very frustrating just because, you know, we're a small business as it is. We work hard to just have what we have and then to have to deal with that. It is very frustrating, exhausting, and you don't feel safe. You don't feel comfortable," said Hype ABQ Nutrition Owner Madonna.The Hype ABQ Nutrition is
  
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• Amazon orders workers back to the office 5 days a week

  17-09-2024 01:10 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Amazon wants employees back in the office five days a week, CEO Andy Jassy wrote in a memo Monday.Jassy said he believes there are significant advantages to having employees in the office and is giving corporate staffers until Jan. 2, 2025, to follow the new policy.The announcement marks a change to the company's remote work rules, which have been in place since May 2023 and require staff to be in the office at least three days a week.Amazon boosts pay for subcontracted deli
  
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• Burger King unveils 3 new Whopper sandwiches created by fans

  17-09-2024 01:09 via krqe.com
  
  (KTLA) – Three new Whoppers, created by fans, are coming to participating Burger King restaurants later this fall.In February, the burger chain announced its Million-Dollar Whopper Contest, which allowed participants to create their dream Whopper for a chance to win a $1 million prize and have their creations sold at restaurants nationwide for a limited time.Customers will soon be able to try the burgers and vote for their favorite. The finalist with the most votes will take home the prize
  
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• More storms Tuesday in parts of New Mexico

  17-09-2024 00:54 via krqe.com
  
  Showers have been brining much needed rain to parts of New Mexico Monday. More storms will develop Tuesday afternoon.
  Moisture has been streaming up into New Mexico Monday ahead of a strong low pressure system. For parts of the state, it has been raining since early this morning. The rain and cloud cover across northern and central New Mexico has been keeping temperatures much cooler today. Spotty showers and a few thunderstorms will continue to be possible overnight across the western two-third
  
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• 3 dead, 2 injured in tractor-trailer crash near AZ-NM border

  17-09-2024 00:39 via krqe.com
  
  SAN SIMON, Ariz. (AP) — Three people were killed and two others seriously injured in a crash near the Arizona-New Mexico border, authorities said Sunday.Arizona Department of Public Safety officials said a tractor-trailer and another vehicle collided around 5 p.m. Saturday on Interstate 10 near San Simon.The southeastern Arizona town is located about 11 miles (17 kilometers) from the New Mexico line.Story continues below
  Community: Photographer captures northern lights in New MexicoTrendin
  
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• Man will stay in jail for Montessa Park murder charge

  17-09-2024 00:26 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man, accused of murdering a man near a popular ATV spot, will stay behind bars.Andrew Johns called the police last Monday, reportedly saying a friend was attacking him with a plastic pole and rocks near Montessa Park. He claimed he fired a warning shot in the air and the man ran away. New Mexico State Police: 3-year-old hit by vehicle, diesThe following day, a man who matched the description given by Johns and in the same area, was found
  
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• PHOTOS: Revamp Route 66 sign program makes progress in Albuquerque

  17-09-2024 00:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With the 100th anniversary of Route 66 coming up in 2026, the City of Albuquerque is working with 14 local businesses and property owners to restore vintage signs along the "Mother Road." How fast is too fast? Speed limit confusion surrounds area near Albuquerque speed cameraThe City of Albuquerque Department of Arts & Culture and Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency is investing $432,000 in the Revamp Route 66: Sign Improvement Grant Program. As of mi
  
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• Those with warrants in New Mexico can safely surrender during weekend event

  17-09-2024 00:06 via krqe.com
  
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico Courts will be holding a safe surrender event in Las Cruces for those with active arrest warrants.Anyone with warrants around the state is being encouraged to surrender at the event. New Mexico Halloween and fall events for 2024Officials stated those who voluntarily appear will receive favorable consideration when requesting new court dates, payment plans, or other options to comply with court orders.Authorities also said safe surrender events from
  
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