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Teen sentenced after pleading guilty to opening fire on Albuquerque family in SUV
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A teen who admitted to opening fire on a family’s vehicle and killing the mother of a little girl right in front of her will spend a decade behind bars. Ty Gallegos pled guilty to first-degree murder in May. Court records said back in March 2022, two teenage girls told Gallegos, Estevan […]
Jon Jones pleads not guilty to two misdemeanor charges stemming from alleged drug test incident
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor charges Wednesday in Bernalillo County (N.M.) court arraignment Wednesday. Jones, 36, appeared virtually with attorney Christopher Dodd at the hearing, which was presided over by Judge Brittany Maldonado Malott. Jones pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of assault and interference with communications. MMA Fighting first reported details of the proceeding. With Jones released on his own recognizance, Malott ruled conditions for his continued release included that he not violate any laws, possess firearms, or consume alcohol or illegal drugs. He must also not contact the case victims. Jones awaits a bench...
Portales woman missing since Saturday found dead
PORTALES, N.M. (KVII) — A Portales woman missing since Saturday was found dead on Wednesday morning. According to the Eastern New Mexico News, Roosevelt County Sheriff Javier Sanchez said Mary Stinnett, 58, was found by family members on the opposite side of the railroad tracks from US 70. The...
Brenda Nichols Tapped to Lead WNMU Women's Basketball
SILVER CITY, N.M. – Executive Director of Athletics, Scott Noble, has named Brenda Nichols to lead the Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball program as their new head coach. "After an extensive search, we are excited to announce our new head women's basketball coach Brenda Nichols." Said Executive Director...
What to expect: APS board to discuss possible changes to strategic plan
Gabriella Durán Blakey’s first official meeting as superintendent could include revisions to some of Albuquerque Public Schools’ short-term performance metrics. The APS board will discuss its goals, and strategies for achieving them, at the regular meeting and possibly change the schedule for monitoring progress toward them. The...
Clovis woman who kicked officer in the head gets prison
CLOVIS, N.M.— Cheryl Yazzie, 31, of Clovis was sentenced to one and a half years in the Department of Corrections for Battery on a peace officer, on Wednesday, July 3, the Ninth Judicial District Attorney, Quentin Ray announced in a press release. On May 12, officers with the Clovis Police Department placed Yazzie “under arrest […]
‘Youth artisans of the future’ to be at Native American Artisans Portal Summer Youth Show
Supporting the talents of next-generation Native American artists is a goal of the New Mexico History Museum. This year, the museum is hosting the Native American Artisans Portal Summer Youth Show, fostering the development of young artists who are descendants of current Native American artisans. The show also aims to celebrate the importance of the continued traditions of Native American artistry.
Bureau of Indian Affairs provides update on investigation into South Fork Fire
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – One month after the discovery of the destructive and deadly South Fork Fire that burned in and around Ruidoso, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) said wildland fire and law enforcement investigators are going to release a complete investigation report of the fire. The South...
Flock of Moons prepares to celebrate after a whirlwind of a first year
It seems like only yesterday that I sat down at Flock of Moons and did a running account of the first hour of business at the new brewery at 111 Harvard Dr SE. Except that it was not yesterday, it was a whole year ago. My oh my, how time flies.
Tipping Point NM episode 620 Corey DeAngelis – Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Ruining our Schools
This week’s podcast is a recent talk in Albuquerque given by Corey DeAngelis. Corey is one of the most prominent and effective advocates for school choice. He is also the author of the new book “Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Ruining our Schools.” Corey visited Albuquerque and Alamogordo to discuss his book and the growing movement for school choice on June 17, 2024.
Navajo Tech student Jonathan Chinana recognized for innovation in technology
CROWNPOINT, N.M. — Navajo Technical University (NTU) senior Jonathan Chinana from Cuba, New Mexico, is being recognized for developing an affordable Kibble balance based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology. A Kibble balance is an electromechanical measuring instrument that measures the weight of a test object very...
Zuni Youth Enrichment Project focuses on student health with games and team building
ZUNI, N.M. — The Zuni Youth Enrichment Project’s (ZYEP) in- and after-school programs served 563 students during this past school year. The programs were conducted in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Healthy’s Healthy Kids Healthy Communities initiative, Centers for Disease Control’s Tribal Practices for Wellness in Indian Country, Zuni Education and Career Development Center and Zuni Public School District.
My So-Called Millennial Life
Las Cruces, NM – On this edition of PUENTES a la comunidad, Bridges to the community, host Emily Guerra spoke with local writer and Las Cruces City Councilor for District 1, Cassie McClure, about a book signing for her new book – “My so-called Millennial Life” from 10am – 12noon on Saturday July 20th at COAS Books, 317 N. Main Street, Las Cruces, NM. Information www.cassiemcclure.com or www.creators.com.
Plenty of beds at Albuquerque Homeless shelter
Recently the Albuquerque Journal had an article discussing the need for a new contractor at the West Side homeless shelter. The article included one noteworthy line which we have highlighted below. According to it on June 20, 2024 the West Side shelter had 170 open beds. Now, thanks to a recent US Supreme Court decision cities are confirmed nationwide to be allowed to clear “homeless” off public rights-of-way and parks and other public spaces.
Lobo Round-up: Track Programs Achieve Academic Excellence, Volleyball Schedule Unveiled, and More
As offseason preparation continues for many of the UNM Athletic programs, the department wasn’t short on announcements this week. Here’s a look at the news coming out of the Lobo locker rooms. Track and Field Programs Garner USTFCCCA All-Academic Honors. The UNM track and field programs have been...
Best bets: Key events in Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec
The Street Slayerz Car Club will host a benefit raffle, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 19, in the Farmington Fun Center parking lot at 6520 E. Main St. There is a $5 car cruise entry fee, and all makes and models are encouraged to participate. The raffle tickets will start at $10 per raffle ticket, or two tickets for $18 or three tickets for $25. All proceeds raised from the event will benefit fallen peace officer Bill Hooser's family. Hooser served locally for some time as a San Juan County Sheriff’s Deputy.
Trinidad police searching for wanted suspect who escaped detox facility through hole in the wall
TRINIDAD, Colo. (KRDO) - According to the Trinidad Police Department, an unknown person drove a skid steer into the wall of Crossroads Turning Points around 10:20 p.m. on July 15, 2024. Two people, Matthew Swetky and Sabrina Espinoza, escaped from the facility through the hole created by the skid steer.
KRQE Newsfeed: Special session, Title IX changes, Flood risk, Bosque cleanup, Balloon Fiesta art
Thursday’s Top Stories Thursday’s Five Facts [1] Special session focused on public safety in New Mexico begins on Thursday – Lawmakers are heading back to the roundhouse for the legislative special session focused on crime and public safety. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham originally proposes five crime fighting bills to address criminal competency, mental health treatment […]
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