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New Mexico Poison Control Center helping people dealing with substance abuse
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s best known as the hotline taking calls when people are exposed to harmful chemicals or poison. The New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center is now encouraging New Mexicans to call them about how to tackle drug abuse. It is a growing problem that the state’s poison control experts say they’re ready […]
Some lawmakers look to protect utilities from wildfire liability, as PNM lawsuit heads to trial
A lawsuit against a New Mexico power company on behalf of hundreds of victims from a fire two years ago in Ruidoso is on its way to trial, and some state lawmakers are calling for a law preventing utilities — and their customers — from being on the hook for wildfires in increasingly fire-prone forests. […]
SCOTUS appoints new special master in Texas v. NM Rio Grande case
This article was first published by Source NM. Visit sourcenm.com to read more. The U.S. Supreme Court appointed a new judge to oversee the Rio Grande water dispute between Texas and New Mexico. The case will continue on after the high court’s June ruling dismissed a deal between New Mexico, Colorado and Texas, as...
Emergency medicine physician offers tips on preventing heat-related illnesses
The New Mexico Department of Health is urging New Mexicans to take precaution to avoid heat-related illnesses. Scott Brocato recently spoke to Dr. Kristopher Crawford, and emergency room physician at Mountain Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, about what precautions to take, and what symptoms of heat-related illness to look for.
Spirit Stick 2024 – Week 2
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Four schools go head-to-head in this fierce match to determine who has the most SPIRIT. The winning school will be featured on New Mexico Friday Night Football with their fully decked-out New Mexico Ford Dealers Spirit Stick. Spread the word – whoever gets the most votes receives the Spirit Stick! You have a chance to vote hourly […]
Football Recap: Mescalero Apache Starts off Right with Win over Alamo Navajo
Mescalero Apache gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Saturday. They blew past the Alamo Navajo Cougars, posting a 57-6 win at home. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Chiefs also won the last time the pair played back in September of 2017.
City of Las Vegas receives federal funding to assist in wildfire and flood recovery efforts
LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Las Vegas has received its first installment of federal funds to assist in recovery efforts from recent wildfires and flooding. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has provided the city with $98 million to overhaul the city’s water treatment facilities following the damage caused by the Hermits Peak Calf […]
Trial continues for man accused of killing an Albuquerque masseuse
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Tuesday was Day 2 of Juan Carlos Hernandez's trial, who is accused of killing Albuquerque masseuse Sihui Fang back in 2022. Fang's aunt came to Albuquerque from Utah to attend the trial. She said the rest of the family is in China, and they've been in mourning ever since Fang's death.
Security tips for attending 100th Burning of Zozobra
SANTA FE, N.M. — We are only three days away from one of New Mexico's hottest traditions, the Burning of the Zozobra. This year marks the 100th year of the burning, and security will be tighter than ever. "We will have three different rings of security that people will...
Murder trial against Alexee Trevizo in limbo
ARTESIA, N.M. — Alexee Trevizo is being charged with first degree murder and tampering with evidence after an autopsy determined the death of a newborn as a homicide. The trial against Trevizo was slated for August 26, 2024, however, according to New Mexico court documents, the date was completely removed from the docket. A pre-trial has also not taken place yet.
KRQE GM Bill Anderson Dies
The General Manager for the Nexstar Media Group-owned station serving Albuquerque as a dual CBS/FOX affiliate has passed away, the station announced late Monday. Bill Anderson is being remembered for the “immense impact on TV broadcasting, the community, everybody he worked with, and his family.”. Anderson has been with...
Bulldog soccer coach wants top spot in state tournament
An opening season loss might leave some coach’s sour. Artesia Bulldogs soccer head coach Philip Jowers had a different reaction after opening the 2024 season Aug. 20 with a home defeat against Hobbs. “We just played the 5A state champs and had them scared,” he said during a post-game...
Football Recap: Artesia Starts off Right with Win over Carlsbad
Artesia gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They breezed by the Carlsbad Cavemen/Cavegirls at home to the tune of 44-7. The victory was familiar territory for the Bulldogs who have now won six games in a row dating back to last season.
Registration open for Nuclear Museum fall break camps
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With school back in session, Fall Break will be here soon and registration is open for the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History Science is Everywhere camps to keep kids busy with engaging and educational activities. The Science is Everywhere camps follow the APS break schedule, which begin October 9. Students K […]
NM agencies host informational meeting for future PFAS blood testing in Clovis
New Mexico state environmental, health and veterans agencies will host a public meeting tonight at 6 p.m. in Clovis ahead of free blood testing for “forever chemicals” to residents in the next two months. Per-and-polyfluoroalkyl chemicals (often called PFAS) are a set of manmade chemicals used in manufacturing of everyday goods for decades. Because they […]
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