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• What was Pope Francis' Easter message?

  21-04-2025 21:16 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — In his final hours, Pope Francis shared an Easter message dedicated to peace in the world.Francis did not preside over the Vatican's Easter Mass as he was limiting his workload since his hospitalization, but made an appearance at the end to deliver the twice-yearly blessing and message called the "Urbi et Orbi" (to the city and the world).He wished the assembled audience a Happy Easter before passing his roughly 20-minute, pre-prepared statement to the master of ceremonies t
  
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• Rio Grande Valley Celtic Fest returns for 37th year

  04-05-2025 23:25 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The bagpipes have been hollering all weekend, in celebration of Celtic heritage, the Rio Grande Valley Celtic was in full swing, for the 37th annual event. It's a festival that is more nuanced than a simple celebration of the Scots. City of Albuquerque doles out First Guaranteed Income payments to families"This is a celebration of the Celtic culture, as we have transmuted it to the United States. So you won't find these types of festivals in Scotland. They'r
  
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• Top tips for investing in a mutual fund

  04-05-2025 22:45 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — Time is money, and money is investable.One investment strategy is to purchase a mutual fund.What is a mutual fund?A mutual fund is an investment strategy in which you pool your money with that of other investors to buy stocks, bonds, and other securities, according to Fidelity Investments.Investors who purchase a mutual fund own part of the fund’s assets. If you sell a security the mutual fund invests in at a higher price than what you originally paid, you make a
  
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• Body of man reported missing after Hurricane Helene flooding recovered

  04-05-2025 22:37 via krqe.com
  
  JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — The remains of a man reported missing after Hurricane Helene in September have been found in Tennessee, authorities confirmed.Human remains were found along the Nolichucky River in rural Washington County, about 90 miles east of Knoxville, on Thursday.
  On Saturday, the Washington County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the remains are those of Steven Cloyd.“Crews clearing debris located the remains, and our Investigators worked with the medical examiner to
  
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• 2 people, a dog dead after small plane crashes in Los Angeles-area neighborhood

  04-05-2025 22:34 via krqe.com
  
  SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (KTLA) — Two people and a dog are dead after the small plane they were flying in crashed in a Los Angeles-area neighborhood on Saturday.At around 1:51 p.m., about 40 firefighters responded to calls that a plane had crashed into two homes with smoke showing in the Wood Ranch community of Simi Valley, officials confirmed.The Simi Valley Police Department issued an alert at 2:40 p.m., telling the public that a plane crash near High Meadow Street had closed the road, warnin
  
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• 'A miracle': Cat survives fall in Utah national park that killed two hikers

  04-05-2025 22:30 via krqe.com
  
  KANAB, Utah (KTVX) — A senior cat is now recovering after surviving a nearly 400-foot fall in Utah's Bryce Canyon National Park that killed two hikers.According to Best Friends Animal Society, the cat was with two Florida tourists at the park who reportedly fell after climbing over a railing at Inspiration Point on April 29. The two people, identified as Matthew Nannen and Bailee Crane, died at the scene. PREVIOUSLY: Identities released of 2 people who fell off cliff, died in Bryce CanyonN
  
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• 32 injured in Missouri shuttle bus crash: Authorities

  04-05-2025 22:25 via krqe.com
  
  HERMANN, Mo. (KTVI) — Thirty-two people were hurt when a trolley carrying dozens crashed Saturday morning near Hermann, Missouri, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.The Hermann Volunteer Fire Department reports the bus was carrying at least 41 people. A Highway Patrol crash report states that at least 32 people suffered injuries, ranging in severity from minor to serious. The victims reportedly ranged in age from 27 to 68 years old.The crash occurred around 10:45 a.m. Saturday
  
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• Father charged in deputy's death, a day after son was killed by Cincinnati police

  04-05-2025 22:16 via krqe.com
  
  (AP) — A man who struck and killed a county deputy with his car Friday is the father of a teen who was shot and killed by a Cincinnati police officer a day earlier as officers were responding to a call about a stolen car, police said. Authorities said the crash appeared to be intentional.The driver of the car, 38-year-old Rodney Hinton Jr., was charged with aggravated murder in the deputy’s death, police said.Hinton appeared in court Saturday, with a wall of deputies standing at the
  
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• $95M settlement over Siri eavesdropping claims approved: How to make a claim

  04-05-2025 21:39 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — If Siri has ever been activated on your Apple device without your consent, you may be eligible to receive part of a $95 million settlement reached in a class action lawsuit.A preliminary settlement submitted late last year was recently approved, paving the way for settlement members to make payment claims.
  Here's what to know about the lawsuit and qualifying for a payment.What is the lawsuit about?The lawsuit, filed in 2019, claimed Apple’s virtual assistant, Siri, could
  
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• Gambling on the next pope is an older tradition than you might think

  04-05-2025 21:34 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- Though online gambling is taking over the sports world, some sites allow you to bet on things other than sports. Shortly after it was announced that Pope Francis had died, online gambling websites posted the betting favorites to replace him.According to Oddschecker.com, Italian Pietro Paroling sits at the top with +320 odds, as of Wednesday afternoon, followed by Filipino Luis Antonio Tagle at +400.Placing a wager on who the next pope will be is not part of a new trend. In fact, som
  
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• US, state flags to fly at half staff through Sunday: Here's why

  04-05-2025 21:24 via krqe.com
  
  DENVER (KDVR) — Flags across the U.S. are flying at half-staff on Sunday to honor some of the bravest Americans who risked their own lives to protect their neighbors.
  It's part of the annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, which is accompanied by an event held in Emmitsburg, Maryland, to commemorate the lives of volunteer and professional firefighters who have died in the line of duty over the past year and beyond. The history behind those extravagant Kentucky Derby hats"Acr
  
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• Does high cholesterol cause heart disease?

  04-05-2025 21:17 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — One person dies every 33 seconds from heart disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One of the leading risk factors for heart disease is high cholesterol.Cholesterol is a type of fat with necessary functions, but too much in the blood is harmful. High cholesterol can lead to plaque buildup called atherosclerosis, according to the Cleveland Clinic.This can later lead to different types of heart disease: Coronary artery disease, which blocks blood
  
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• A 'secret' Netflix hack can help you find something you actually want to watch

  04-05-2025 21:09 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Some people love a good action flick, while others go crazy for horror. But what about folks who prefer more niche genres, like coming-of-age romantic comedies that take place in picturesque Italian villages over the course of a single summer?Those viewers might be a little harder to please — unless, of course, they’re aware of Netflix’s “secret” category codes.What are Netflix’s ‘secret’ codes?Netflix’s “secret catego
  
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• US destinations report tourism drops. Will it lead to cheap summer travel?

  04-05-2025 20:57 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – As economic anxiety and international tensions mount, some of the country's biggest hotspots are worried visitors won't turn up this year. But their loss could be your gain, travel analysts say, if demand drops so low that deals start to pop up.Where is tourism declining?A Las Vegas tourism report released this week showed showed visitation and hotel occupancy were down year-over-year. California's tourism board reported steep drop-offs starting in February and March.
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• ‘SNL’ parodies Trump signing executive orders: ‘Recession will now be called recess’ 

  04-05-2025 20:43 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — “Saturday Night Live” parodied President Donald Trump signing a flurry of executive orders, with one officially shortening the name of a recession to “now be called recess.” Saturday's cold open began with James Austin Johnson, playing Trump, highlighting his first 100 days back in office. “Well, it’s been 100 years since I became president,” Johnson said as Trump. “Excuse me, days. Wow, feels longer.”  Democ
  
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• PHOTOS: Walmart opens first 'Store of the Future' in Texas

  04-05-2025 20:31 via krqe.com
  
  CYPRESS, Texas (KNWA/KFTA) — Fresh off announcing renovations of more than 650 stores across the country in the coming years, Walmart has opened its first "Store of the Future" in Texas.Walmart said in a recent news release that its new location in Cypress, Texas, is the company’s first ground-up Supercenter to open in four years.The company shared several photos from inside the new store, which you can view in the gallery below.(Courtesy: Walmart)(Courtesy: Walmart)(Courtesy: Walmar
  
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• A new era for student loans begins with garnished wages on the table

  04-05-2025 20:27 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — Starting Monday, student loan borrowers who find themselves in default will face government-backed involuntary collections, signaling a brand new landscape after years of pauses, delays, and Biden-era relief efforts.   Garnished tax returns, Social Security payments and even wages will all be fair game on May 5 after a five-year pause on severe financial consequences that began during the economic upheaval of the COVID-19 pandemic.  The Trump administr
  
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• REAL ID enforcement starts this week: 5 things to know

  04-05-2025 20:18 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — After several delays, the REAL ID enforcement deadline is here. Starting Wednesday, you'll need a compliant identification card to board a domestic flight and enter certain federal facilities.
  Enforcement of the ID requirement, which stems back to legislation passed following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, officially begins on Wednesday, May 7.Here are five things to know before the REAL ID deadline takes effect.Do I have a REAL ID?Before you schedule a trip to your DMV, check you
  
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• A man posing as a cop pulls over an undercover deputy; New Mexico Crime Files

  04-05-2025 14:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – This week on New Mexico Crime Files, a stolen Cadillac leads police on a high-speed chase with John Trujillo ending up in the bed of a stolen truck.
  KRQE News anchors, Dean Staley and Jessica Garate, also discuss Orlando Jaramillo, who was caught impersonating a police officer.The duo also provided an update to the Vivian Condarco case where she dragged a deputy and took police on a high speed chase.
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• More showers and storms move into New Mexico

  04-05-2025 06:28 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Another round of scattered showers and thunderstorms moved in across western and central New Mexico this afternoon and evening. These storms will continue into the overnight hours, with a few lingering into Sunday morning.Forecast Continues Below
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• City of Albuquerque doles out First Guaranteed Income payments to families

  04-05-2025 06:00 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Albuquerque is putting dollars directly into the hands of families in need. The Guaranteed Basic Income program provides qualifying families with several hundred dollars a month, no strings attached.Officials say that this program is based on a similar one that launched in Santa Fe three years ago. "Most people want to improve their situation. Most people want to have a better life. It's really the system that keeps people in the situation that t
  
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• Santa Fe man caught stealing vehicle by car owner

  04-05-2025 05:53 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe police arrested a man early this morning, suspected of armed burglary. Investigators say that 24-year-old Isaac Barela was caught by the vehicle owner while trying to steal their car. SFPD DWI checkpoints throughout MayAccording to police, multiple residents held Barela down until authorities arrived. He is facing charges for aggravated burglary, assault, resisting arrest, and more.
  
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• Series of earthquakes could be felt in El Paso area

  04-05-2025 05:25 via krqe.com
  
  EDITOR'S NOTE: We initially reported that a series of three earthquakes from West Texas could be felt in El Paso. It was two earthquakes on Saturday night, May 3 in the Mentone, Texas area. The other one was in the same area but was on Friday night.EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The El Paso and greater Borderland area could feel an earthquake, or actually a series of two earthquakes on Saturday evening, May 3, that originated about 200 miles east in West Texas. Earthquake felt in El Paso, elsewhere in
  
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• 5.3 magnitude earthquake recorded in Texas-New Mexico border

  04-05-2025 04:43 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – News 13 is getting reports of another earthquake in Texas. This time, about 50 miles west of Pecos and about 20 miles from the border with New Mexico. Earthquake reported in Socorro CountyThe U.S. Geological Survey recorded the epicenter with a magnitude of 5.3. Viewers have been calling into the station from viewers as far away as Roswell, who say they felt their homes shake. That's about 100 miles away from the epicenter.
  
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• Residents get first-time look at newly renovated Phil Chacon Park

  04-05-2025 03:37 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A popular park in the International District has been brought back to life, as city officials unveiled the new Phil Chacon Park this weekend. "Good morning, Albuquerque. Welcome back to Phil Chacon Park!" exclaimed Dave Simon, Director of Albuquerque's Parks and Recreation Department.For three years, the park has been closed as the city worked to make some major improvements. "The tide is turning in District 6," said Nicole Rogers, Albuquerque City Coun
  
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• At least 15,000 USDA employees accept voluntary resignation offer

  04-05-2025 03:22 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — Thousands of employees at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) accepted the Trump administration’s voluntary resignation offer, leading to a significant reduction in force.The decrease accounts for about 15 percent of the total workforce at the department which regulates food quality, agriculture development and nationwide nutrition efforts. A USDA spokesperson told The Hill that as of May 1, 15,182 employees elected to take a resignation offer.
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• Storm and shower chances continue into next week

  04-05-2025 01:51 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Another round of scattered showers and thunderstorms moved in across western and central New Mexico this afternoon. These storms will continue into the overnight hours, with a few lingering into Sunday morning.Forecast Continues Below
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• Sovereignty outduels 3-1 favorite Journalism in stretch to win 151st Kentucky Derby in the slop

  04-05-2025 01:48 via krqe.com
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Sovereignty outdueled 3-1 favorite Journalism down the stretch to win the 151st Kentucky Derby in the slop on Saturday.Trainer Bill Mott won his first Derby in 2019, also run on a sloppy track, when Country House was elevated to first after Maximum Security crossed the finish line first and was disqualified after a 22-minute delay.This time, he knew the result immediately.Journalism found trouble in the first turn and jockey Umberto Rispoli moved him to the
  
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• Vance defends Trump’s AI pope photo

  04-05-2025 01:47 via krqe.com
  
  (The Hill) — Vice President Vance defended President Trump from criticism regarding his Friday Truth Social post portraying himself as a pontiff days after the death of Pope Francis.“Hey, @JDVance, you fine with this disrespect and mocking of the Holy Father?” Bill Kristol, who served as chief of staff to the vice president in the Bush administration, wrote in a Saturday post on the social media platform X. “As a general rule, I'm fine with people telling jokes and n
  
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• Southeast NM county now using license plate reader, seeing promising results

  04-05-2025 01:30 via krqe.com
  
  LEA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – License plate readers are becoming an essential tool for law enforcement throughout the state. Recently, one county reported that the use of these readers has significantly benefited their operations over the past two months. "Out of those two months ago, we have already successfully recovered two stolen vehicles and I would say approximately, approximately $70,000 [in stolen goods],” said Crime Analyst Jose Rendon with the Lea County Sheriff's Office.T
  
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