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Rehab facility in Albuquerque will be built despite concerns
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After months of delays, an Albuquerque planning department has given the green light to a rehab center that neighbors tried to block. Developers said the plot of land near Lomas and I-25 would fill a need for the community. “What this allows, what this facility allows is it allows to free up […]
These are the New Mexicans who will nominate Joe Biden or pick his replacement
As calls for President Joe Biden to drop out of the race increase and the 2024 Democratic National Convention is right around the corner, all eyes are on the state’s Democratic delegates. There are 46 delegates and two alternates. Here’s who they are and how they were picked:
Albuquerque Housing Authority offers rental assistance
An Albuquerque Housing Authority (AHA) voucher program currently accepting applicants is meant to help stabilize those across the city who are struggling to find affordable housing. The AHA put the word out Wednesday about a program that provides voucher assistance to those trying to rent homes, townhouses or apartments on...
Second mosquito season hits Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – They seem to be everywhere you want to be this summer; along the bosque, at the park, even around your home. Albuquerque is currently seeing its second brush with mosquitos for the year. But is it as bad as previous years? Officials with the city’s environmental health department say it’s too soon […]
Lavender in the Village festival returns for 30th year
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lavender in the Village Festival is coming July 20, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Larry Abraham Agri-Nature Center. The event features all things lavender and includes 120 vendors with lavender products, art, wine, beer, cocktails and more. In addition to the vendors there will be activities throughout the […]
New Mexico governor cites ‘dangerous intersection’ of crime and homelessness, wants lawmakers to act
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Citing what she calls the “dangerous intersection” of crime and homelessness, New Mexico’s governor is calling on lawmakers to address stubbornly high crime rates as they convene Thursday for a special legislative session. In issuing her proclamation, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham...
Global IT outage affects daily operations for New Mexicans
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Daily operations were stalled for many businesses and government agencies in Albuquerque and the surrounding areas because of the CrowdStrike outage, which disabled many Microsoft services. But Bernalillo County officials say it could have been much worse. “In New Mexico, we appear to have fared very well. Bernalillo County doesn’t use the security software that is the root cause of the problem,” said Robert Benavidez, Bernalillo County Chief Public Information Officer.
Tribes won input on Petroglyph-area developments. In the case of one large project, it’s too late.
When developers announced their plans for a 35-foot-tall apartment complex near the Petroglyph National Monument in 2022, Native American organizations were alarmed. Thanks to zoning changes made last month — spurred by those concerns — tribal leaders will have a voice in future projects. However, those zoning changes...
New APS superintendent announced changing goals
At her first official meeting in her new role, Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey announced adjustments to the district’s interim goals, which are designed to ensure the district is on track in four areas. Blakey’s changes are mostly in the post-secondary readiness category. It no longer...
Official 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta poster released
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has released the Official Balloon Fiesta Serigraph Poster for the 2024 event. A committee of judges reviewed 73 entries and chose Jake Gushard’s artwork. The collectible item depicts a scene of a fantasy Balloon Glow. “I really enjoyed the night glows at the Balloon Fiesta. And there’s […]
New Mexico Game and Fish holding public meetings on Wildlife Action Plan
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is holding two public meetings on the State Wildlife Action Plan for New Mexico (SWAP). The SWAP looks at Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) and identifies their threats, habitats and actions that can be taken to reduce the threats and help with conservation. […]
I-25/Montgomery improvement project in Albuquerque breaks ground
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Major renovations coming to I-25 are meant to improve traffic flow, but as the project gets underway, be prepared for delays. Costing nearly $280 million, it’s set to be the largest single highway project in New Mexico since the “Big I” construction nearly 25 years ago. “We’re excited about investments in projects […]
New Mexico legislature to consider bills combating homeless encampments
(The Center Square) – The New Mexico state Legislature will take up a slew of proposals related to homelessness in Albuquerque starting this week at a special session called by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The governor visited downtown Albuquerque on Monday, three days ahead of the special session, to highlight the issues this is causing the area. "You can't walk on the sidewalk," Lujan Grisham told KRQE at a press...
BernCo DA, state public defender’s office talk about juvenile justice system
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The numbers are shocking. Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman said in his 18 months of office, he’s indicted 19 children for first-degree murder. He had bold words for a legislative committee Wednesday morning. “The juvenile criminal justice system in New Mexico is broken. I do not say that lightly, nor do […]
State and federal agencies respond to Rio Chama sediment plug
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Office of the State Engineer and federal partners are working together to manage water operations after a sediment plug formed in the Rio Chama due to heavy rainfall. The plug is approximately 100 feet wide, over a mile long and four to five feet deep. Crews and special equipment are being […]
City of Albuquerque rolling out fixes to problem intersections
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque says changes at problem intersections in the metro have been so successful that they’re rolling out similar set-ups all across town. The city has been using re-timing lights and installing roundabouts to create more pedestrian-friendly roads. They’ve been taking a look at problem spots across the metro. “We […]
City ‘Cruzin’ into the School Year’ event taking place August 3
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is holding its annual “Cruzin Into The School Year” to help give students and families the necessary resources to start the school year. They aim to provide every child with school supplies, a backpack, a haircut and so much more. Prior to the Cruzin Into The School Year […]
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