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Climate change is bringing more deadly heat to New Mexico
Heat-related deaths and illnesses are increasing in New Mexico, as the state has experienced greater increases in temperature than many other parts of the country. During an interim legislative committee on Monday in Albuquerque, a series of panelists spoke about climate change, its impacts on New Mexicans and what the state is doing to mitigate these effects.
NMDOH launches campaign to bring medical professionals to the state
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Health is launching a new campaign to attract healthcare professionals to the state. According to the NMDOH, the Free to Provide campaign is designed to highlight the freedom medical providers in New Mexico have to provide medical care and other services that may be restricted in other […]
Ranger Kielak's Cross-Country Walk to Raise $100,000 for Nonprofits Reaches Arizona
Ranger Kielak’s Walk Across America: A Journey to Raise Money for Nonprofits. Ranger Kielak, an alumni of Loyalton FFA in California, is embarking on an incredible journey: walking across the country to raise money for nonprofit organizations that are close to his heart. Ranger, who started his walk in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on March 10, plans to finish in Pismo Beach, California, next month. Currently, he is crossing the border from New Mexico to Arizona.
New Mexico State Police helps capture Colorado murder suspect
"The New Mexico State Police remains committed to public safety and will continue to support other agencies in their efforts to uphold the law and protect communities. We are proud to assist our colleagues in Colorado in their investigation."
4.9 magnitude earthquake in West Texas felt all the way in DFW
WEST TEXAS – A 4.9-magnitude earthquake rocked West Texas Monday night, with aftershocks felt as far north as Amarillo and as far south as Austin.It happened around 10:30 p.m. about 200 miles west of Fort Worth in Fisher County. The epicenter of the earthquake was eight miles northeast of Hermleigh, west of Abilene.Although the epicenter was hundreds of miles from North Texas, some aftershocks could still be felt. The aftershocks were about 3.1 magnitude, CBS News Texas Chief Meteorologist Scott Padgett said. They were felt as far north as Amarillo and as far south as Austin, according to the United States Geological Survey.In addition to this earthquake, there were two others next to it, one was 3.1-magnitude and the other was 4.4-magnitude.Fisher County has a population of about 3,622. No damages or injuries have been reported. Are earthquakes common in Texas?The last time an earthquake was felt in North Texas was in May when two earthquakes hit Johnson County near Mansfield. Preliminary reports rated the quakes as 3.0 and 3.2-magnitude.According to the TexNet Earthquake Catalog, this year, most earthquakes in Texas took place in the west, near Odessa, and in the south, outside San Antonio.
Blanco woman missing for nearly 10 years found dead
The body of a Blanco woman missing for nearly 10 years was found July 3 by a person walking in the area, according to the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office. Sharron Holcomb was 64 years old when she disappeared Nov. 18, 2014. She was last seen at 1 p.m. that day, driving away from her Farmington-based business Holcomb Oil and Gas Co. Her car was later found at the family home in Bloomfield, but she was not home.
‘Miracle Treat Day’ July 25th at DQ Restaurants in Texas Benefiting Children’s Miracle Network
BEDFORD, Texas (July 22, 2024) – Miracle Treat Day, the one-day event at participating DQ restaurants across Texas, will support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® in Lubbock benefiting UMC Children’s Hospital on Thursday, July 25. For each Blizzard® Treat purchased, $1 or more will be donated to...
Judge sets trial date for man accused of shooting during Española protest
ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – A man accused of attempted murder after opening fire at a protest last year and injuring a man will go to trial in October. Ryan Martinez is charged with attempted first-degree murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and reckless driving. He’s accused of shooting Jacob Johns in September 2023 during a […]
Las Cruces man arrested after leaving toddler in car to buy drugs, police say
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Las Cruces police arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly leaving his two-year-old son in a running vehicle to buy drugs Saturday morning. According to the Las Cruces Police Department, Jacob Lopez was arrested and charged with child abuse and two counts of possession of a controlled substance after police received a 911 call from a witness who said Lopez had left his son unattended while he went into a room at the Plaza Suites, at 301 E. University Avenue, known for drug trafficking.
Texas companies linked to millions of dollars in fraudulent Medicare billings
NORTH TEXAS – Medicare fraud is suspected of costing Americans billions of dollars annually. Instead of funding healthcare, this money has become an income stream for suspected criminals. After the CBS News Texas I-Team exposed a Grand Prairie company allegedly connected to over $200 million in fraudulent billings, viewers flooded the I-Team with calls and emails. Many shared their experiences as victims of Medicare fraud."That's my story right there," said Dallas resident Dwight Sandell after watching the report the report. Sandell said that his Medicare account was fraudulently billed. He explained that he was billed for 10 straight months for urinary...
This Texas Criminal Blew Up a Plane in an Act of Revenge
While it doesn't happen very often, Texas does see its share of plane crashes in history; some even carried famous musicians too. But in this case, Texas was actually the starting point for one particular criminal that became wanted by the FBI. A man who went from transporting illegal goods to straight up BLOWING UP A PLANE.
Maria Estrada promoted at KASA-TV
Maria Estrada has been promoted to managing editor at KASA-TV Telemundo Nuevo México. Estrada joined the Albuquerque station in August 2022 as a news producer. She will now oversee day-to-day editorial content for Telemundo Nuevo México and its live local newscasts weekdays at 5 and 10 p.m. Estrada,...
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