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Oil and gas in Permian Basin driving Ozone pollution in New Mexico, study finds
CARLSBAD, N.M. — Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico is facing increasing levels of summertime ozone pollution. A recent study, published in the Journal of Geophysical Research Atmospheres, points to the Permian Basin's oil and natural gas activities as a significant contributor. The study revealed that eight-hour ozone...
Second person dies following crash in southeast Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A second person has died following a crash involving a felon who fled from a police encounter in southeast Albuquerque on Wednesday, police said. The victims – both adult females – were in a red Chevy SUV when they were hit by a white Infinity SUV around 4:20 p.m. Investigators determined the […]
Flash flood warning issued for South Fork Fire burn scar
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the South Fork Fire burn scar on Wednesday night. The NWS said Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs, Alto, Glencoe, and Hollywood will see flash flooding. Road Closures: The NWS said the following areas will be impacted:
LFC: Bernalillo County violent crime mostly flat from 2017 high
Violent crime has plateaued in Bernalillo County since reaching its highest point in 2017, according to a presentation and report given to New Mexico lawmakers Monday. The presentation comes in the leadup to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s special session on Thursday, which has exposed a rift with top lawmakers in her party.
Bernalillo County Sheriff announces new ‘Metro Unit’ to fight crime in Albuquerque
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – To fight crime in Albuquerque, the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is putting more eyes on the streets. The new BCSO Metro Unit will be focused on high-crime areas like downtown. More deputies will patrol the area as it has already shown signs of success during its first operation last week. Bernalillo […]
Heinrich highlights AI potential at small business training
On Monday, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich met with a group of small-business owners who were learning how to use artificial intelligence to discuss the promises and pitfalls of AI. “So much of this is just about having a really human sounding chat bot that can speed up the things that...
ABQ BioPark names baby gorilla ‘Gila’
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The new baby gorilla at the ABQ BioPark officially has a name and it pays tribute to her roots here in the Land of Enchantment. Zookeepers named the animal “Gila” in honor of the Gila Wilderness in southern New Mexico which is famously known for being the first designated wilderness area in the […]
UNM’s NCAA College Football 25 ratings
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Gamers and Lobo football fans once again have the opportunity to play as the University of New Mexico in a video game. With the release of NCAA College Football 25, individual player’s name image and likeness are being used for the first time. Every player has an individual rating out of 99. […]
UNM College of Nursing’s Nurse Practitioners Recognized for Advancing the Profession
Nurse practitioners are vital to New Mexico's health care system. They work to meet the needs of diverse communities in various specialties across the lifespan. However, some go beyond seeing patients and their families. They work to solve complex health care needs and are dedicated to advancing health care. That’s why the American Association of Nurse Practitioners has honored three nurse practitioners from The University of New Mexico College of Nursing for their incredible work and inducted them as fellows.
Balloons make way for archers and the start of the JOAD Target Nationals & JOAD U.S. Open
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – At a venue which hosts the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, this year’s WIAWIS USA Archery JOAD Target Nationals & JOAD U.S. Open gets underway on Thursday with a field of almost 850 archers. Balloon Fiesta Park will welcome more than 500 balloons in October,...
Bishop's Lodge and the Future of Water Reuse
State environmental officials will conduct an inspection at Bishop’s Lodge this week. It’s a routine procedure they’re carrying out in response to the luxury hotel’s permit application to release their treated wastewater into Little Tesuque Creek. Yesterday, KSFR spoke with Jason Herman, who is program manager...
Taos County Commissioners postpone decision on development project
TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s a large planned subdivision that has people living in Taos County divided and the decision to approve the project has been postponed again after huge backlash from Taos Pueblo residents. Community members spoke opposing a 331-acre subdivision development project just a few miles north of Taos and across from Taos Pueblo […]
NMSU’s Titus Dumitru selected by Atlanta Braves in 2024 MLB draft
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — New Mexico State junior outfielder Titus Dumitru was selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 16th round of the 2024 MLB draft on Tuesday. Dumitru was the 491st overall pick. In his lone season at NMSU in 2024, Dumitru batted .337, recorded 61 hits with 16 doubles and 12 home […]
Eastern Arizona man finds hundreds of tracks that predate dinosaurs on his property
SNOWFLAKE, AZ (AZFamily) — 240 million years ago, groups of giant lizards that predated the dinosaurs walked across Arizona. Today, their journey and their footsteps are fossilized outside of Snowflake in Eastern Arizona. James Lang bought his property without even visiting it in person after retiring from a law...
NM governor adds fire relief, organized crime and fentanyl to special session agenda
New Mexico’s governor added three new elements to her agenda for the special session, including disaster relief for wildfire survivors, a crackdown on organized crime and toughening criminal penalties for selling fentanyl. Flanked by supporters from local and tribal governments on Wednesday afternoon, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed a proclamation officially calling lawmakers to the […] The post NM governor adds fire relief, organized crime and fentanyl to special session agenda appeared first on Source New Mexico.
New Mexico Democrats mostly rebuff calls from Democratic governor to address high crime rates
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democrats in the state legislative majority on Thursday resisted calls by New Mexico’s governor for immediate action to address the “dangerous intersection” of crime and homelessness, shunning her proposals to enhance criminal penalties, restrict panhandling and expand involuntary detention and treatment for mental health problems.
Heavy rain possible through early next week, bringing a threat of flash flooding
An active monsoon weather pattern continues through early next week. Storms will bring a threat of heavy rain and flash flooding each afternoon. More storms developed Wednesday across New Mexico. Some storms dropped heavy rain in parts of the state today, which prompted Flash Flood Warnings, including in Albuquerque. All Flash Flood Warnings have expired tonight, but some showers and storms are fizzling out by sunrise Thursday.
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