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Bernalillo County completes contract negotiations with incoming County Manager
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is now closer to welcoming new County Manager, Cindy Chavez. The county says they have completed negotiations with Chavez. Chavez will replace Julie Morgas Baca, who is retired from after more than 16 years with the county. Chavez is a native New Mexican who is serving on the Santa Clara […]
Where does New Mexico rank on list of Most Fun States?
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Every state offers something unique for residents and visitors to experience, but which state would be considered the most fun? WalletHub recently released its rankings of 2024’s most fun states in America. The study compared each state across 26 key metrics including entertainment and recreation options, nightlife, national parks, and more. New Mexico […]
APD partnering to host gun buyback event on August 24
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexicans to Prevent Gun Violence is hosting its 20th Guns to Gardens buyback event. They will be partnering with APD, United Soccer, Crime Stoppers, Isotopes and UNM Lobos to put on the event. The gun buyback will be Saturday, August 24, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the APD University […]
West End Productions presents: “Home, I’m Darling”
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – West End Productions is a nonprofit community theater. The theater is presenting “Home, I’m Darling” written in 2019 by Laura Wade. The play is a dark comedy featuring a woman’s journey to be the perfect 1950’s housewife. The play takes a humorous look at what it would be like living back in the 1950’s. The […]
City of Las Vegas lifts all water restrictions
LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Las Vegas, New Mexico has lifted all water restrictions after recent flash flooding had placed stress on the city’s water reserves. The city says reserve levels have stabilized, allowing residents and businesses to use water without any restrictions. Officials say they will continue to monitor water reserves in the […]
KRQE Newsfeed: NMSP shooting suspect arrested, Ruidoso wildfire prevention, Hot temperatures, Funding boost, Van donation
Wednesday’s Top Stories Wednesday’s Five Facts [1] Man accused of shooting at New Mexico State Police officer arrested – The man accused of firing at least 50 shots at a NMSP officer has been arrested. Police say the officer pulled over 40-year-old Fernando Silva for speeding in Farmington. Before the officer could get out of […]
Record heat for parts of New Mexico before stormier weather
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – While more rain is overtaking the Four Corners, western areas, and the Northern Mountains, stubbornly hot air will continue for many in the short term. Showers, with some lightning strikes earlier, are becoming less widespread while moving north and east across the northern tier with clouds mostly covering the northwestern third […]
Record heat for parts of New Mexico before stormier weather
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – While more rain is overtaking the Four Corners, western areas, and the Northern Mountains, stubbornly hot air will continue for many in the short term. Showers, with some lightning strikes earlier, are becoming less widespread while moving north and east across the northern tier with clouds mostly covering the northwestern third […]
Albuquerque City Council rejects ordinance to raise minimum wage
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque City Council rejected an ordinance to raise the minimum wage in a 6-3 vote on Monday night. The bill would have raised the city’s minimum wage to match the state, including for tipped workers, from $11.20 to $12 an hour. It would also have bolstered enforcement of wage theft violations. […]
New Mexico’s governor speaks at Democratic National Convention
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – It’s Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention and the theme was A Bold Vision for America’s Future. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham delivered a speech on health care and said the country is excited to elect Kamala Harris. In her speech, the governor claimed a Harris presidency would cap drug prices and ensure […]
Durango & Silverton Railroad adding night shoots to photography special
DURANGO, Colo. (KRQE) – The Durango and Silverton Railroad is adding a new feature to its fall photography special this year. Photographers will be able to capture nighttime images of the historic steam train this year as it travels along the Animas River Canyon. Night shoots were previously held at the depot. The train will stop at […]
UNM police to begin using body cameras
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It is a first for the University of New Mexico police department, body cameras are on the way. It’s a new tool to help campus police in whatever situation they may come across. “Not only officers, but also citizens, if you really think about it. It will hold everybody accountable,” said Lt. […]
Silver City police search for suspect in Tuesday shooting
SILVER CITY, N.M. (KRQE) – KRQE News 13 is working to learn more about a shooting that put Western New Mexico University under a shelter-in-place. It went into effect just before 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Silver City Police Department said the shooting happened off campus and the university has lifted the shelter in place. Police […]
Law firm threatens to sue FEMA over delays in aid for Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire victims
LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – Victims of the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire are still struggling to get federal assistance. The destructive blaze burned more than 300,000 acres in 2022 devastating homes and businesses. Residents said the federal government has failed to respond or have stalled claims for recovery assistance. A law firm representing many of those […]
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