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Third wrong inmate recently released in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A Bernalillo County jail is investigating another inmate being wrongfully released from a facility. It's thethird time it has happened in July. The Metropolitan Detention Center said it incorrectly released Desiree Sanchez, 44, on Wednesday, July 24. She was booked on charges of armed robbery and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Albuquerque's homeless crisis amid housing shortages, rising rent
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Video above: New Mexico's Homeless Coalition point-in-time count report shows an increase in homelessness over a three-year span in Albuquerque. The point-in-time count report reveals 1,152 people experienced homelessness in 2021 compared to 1,311 in 2022—a 13.8% increase from the year before. In 2023, the report revealed 2,394 people experienced homelessness, which more than doubled its original numbers with an 83% increase from 2022. 2024's report is not available.
Petition asks Albuquerque City Council to pump the brakes on e-bikes in the Bosque
Albuquerque City Council is pushing to allow e-bikes in the Bosque, along with other unpaved open spaces around the city; but some want to pump the brakes on this move, saying without careful thought it could make trails more dangerous.
Bernalillo County facing lawsuit, allegedly violated the law
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Bernalillo County is facing a lawsuit and is being accused of withholding information from the public regarding Metropolitan Detention Center records. "Don't we want to know that everybody is being treated equally? Don't we know if there are bad apples that they can be found and rooted out?"
NM high court backs district court’s malpractice case decision
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The state Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that an ethical rule of attorneys in dealing with non-clients does not establish a legal responsibility for lawyers that could result in liability for alleged malpractice in their professional actions. The high court ruled unanimously on Thursday, affirming the district court’s decision in a […]
New Mexico St. volleyball adds Aggie legend to staff, Lia Mosher
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – New Mexico State volleyball adds Lia Mosher to its staff ahead of the 2024 season, a former legend within its program. Mosher spent five seasons playing under head coach Mike Jordan, now joining him on the bench as the teams assistant coach. The former middle blocker played in 140 matches […]
Column: A day at the ballpark
FARMINGTON – The process, for many, starts in the wee hours of the morning. Parents, coaches, umpires and players take part in their daily rituals, whether it’s the powerful blend of coffee and sugar, or the preparation for the run in the cool air of early sunlight. The...
Suspect wanted for stealing cigarettes and liquor from a Circle K in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — The Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who they believe broke into a gas station in Las Cruces. The Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office believes that on Tuesday evening and early Wednesday, the man photographed below broke the glass door of a Circle K in the 2600 block of Doña Ana Road to steal cigarettes and liquor.
Farmington woman faces federal drug trafficking and firearm charges
(The Center Square) - A woman from Farmington, New Mexico, faces federal drug trafficking and firearms charges after law enforcement allegedly seized over half a kilogram of methamphetamine, thousands of suspected counterfeit pills, and multiple firearms from her. Law enforcement allegedly seized these drugs and firearms following a high-speed chase, according to the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico. Tasheena Hoskie, 42, appeared before a federal judge last...
Hospital opens new delivery unit
The delivery was delayed somewhat, but Gila Regional Medical Center opened its new Women and Newborn Services Unit with a baby shower-themed opening Wednesday. The completion of the project, funded by $2 million in capital outlay from the state, was delayed somewhat by plan revision approvals, but it will be open for patients on Friday, said Jasmine Parra, director of the unit. Construction on renovations to the former Maternal Child Department started in January.
More Little Walnut work on the way
The next phase of improvements to Little Walnut Road will get underway in about a month, thanks to a bid awarded by the Silver City Town Council at their meeting Tuesday. The council voted to award phase four of the Little Walnut project to Deming Excavating Inc. for $2.9 million, which includes a little more than $223,000 in gross receipts taxes to be paid by the town.
Connie Mack World Series teams arrive at Civic Center
FARMINGTON – With the 2024 Connie Mack World Series just hours away, teams from across America arrived via police escort Thursday afternoon at the Farmington Civic Center. Shortly after the host Frackers team arrived for introductions and meetings with local CMWS officials, representatives from the Texas Twelve Red Sox and Midland (Ohio) Redskins met with host families and coaches as the annual tournament gets underway Friday across Farmington.
Man sentenced for fatal DWI crash that killed two people in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – Nicholas Gurrola, 33, pleaded guilty to homicide by vehicle and other charges for a DWI crash that killed two people in Las Cruces. According to the Third Judicial District Attorney Gerald Byers, Gurrola was driving on December 22, 2022 when his Dodge Caravan drove into oncoming traffic at over 75 mph and […]
Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance speaks on new companies and upcoming events
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) is a public charity that executes and leads strategies to diversify and grow the economy in the greater Albuquerque area. AREA assisted on recent announcements on new companies coming to the region, which will bring new jobs. One of the companies is Spring Oaks Capital, LLC who have already […]
Ruidoso residents grapple with wildfires and flash floods, plead for aid
RUIDOSO, N.M. — Ruidoso residents are grappling with the aftermath of wildfires and ongoing flash floods, struggling to protect their homes and pleading for aid. "We got water around the whole entire house. It was kind of crazy and scary all in the same deal," Corey Sexton, a resident of Ruidoso, said.
National Night Out is Aug. 6
National Night Out – the annual event that promotes drug and crime prevention, strengthens community relations, and encourages neighborhood camaraderie – will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6, in downtown Las Cruces. The free and kid-friendly event is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, along Main Street...
All-Indigenous GREASE Parody Returns To Santa Fe Next Month
Santa Fe Playhouse presents the return of BEAR GREASE LIVE, A Treaty 6 Indigenous twist on the classic musical Grease by hip-hop duo LightningCloud (Crystle Lightning and Henry Andrade), directed by Crystle Lightning. BEAR GREASE LIVE will play five performances between August 17 and 18, 2024, at the Alhambra Theater at the Scottish Rite Temple (463 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501).
Playing golf to raise money for Sun Country Golf and UNM Children’s Hospital
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Sun Country Golf Foundation is operated in partnership by the Sun Country PGA Section and Sun Country Amateur Golf Association. Their goal is to impact lives through golf. The foundation operates junior programs, offers scholarships and gives veterans and active duty military members a way to use golf as a tool for […]
Salvation Army volunteer a ‘survivor and first responder’ in New Mexico wildfires
The Southfork and Salt fires converged June 17 on the small mountain resort town of Ruidoso, New Mexico. Before the fires could be contained, extreme flash flooding over the burn scars flowed into town, causing more destruction in an already-devastated area. Steve Gomez, a 15-year Salvation Army bellringer and volunteer...
American Auto Trail-Park to Park Highway (Cliff to Glenwood NM)
This American Auto trail travels northwest through western New Mexico, from Cliff in the Gila River valley to Glenwood in the valley of the San Francisco. For more of our Auto Trails and Slow Travels guides, available in print or eBook format, use one of the links below:. Follow us...
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