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• NPS seeks visitor responsible for damaging historic Death Valley structure

  15-05-2024 01:02 via krqe.com
  
  LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The 113-year-old piece of Death Valley history was damaged last month, and National Park officials are asking for the public's help finding the person responsible.Officials say it appears a driver went off road in Saline Valley between April 1 and 24 and used an old salt tram tower to help pull the vehicle free from mud. Photos show the structure left toppled and resting on its side.
  The National Park Service said the Saline Valley Salt Tram tower in Death Valley was dam
  
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• State Supreme Court listens to arguments in former state official's corruption case

  15-05-2024 01:02 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The state's highest court will now decide if it should reinstate a punishment in one of New Mexico's highest-profile public corruption cases. The former tax and revenue secretary was found guilty by a jury, and then sentenced for stealing thousands of dollars, but her convictions were later vacated.This case comes down to law around the statute of limitations. Former Tax and Revenue Secretary Demesia Padilla argued the state took too long to pursue charges against her.
  
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• More showers and storms on the way Wednesday

  15-05-2024 00:57 via krqe.com
  
  Rain and thunderstorm chances are on the increase through Thursday. Locally heavy rainfall, gusty winds and hail will be possible with strong thunderstorms Thursday afternoon.
  More showers and thunderstorms have developed Tuesday afternoon across the western, northern and central parts of New Mexico. More of this rain is actually making it to the ground this afternoon. Temperatures are much warmer today in the eastern half of the state, while they are slightly cooler in western New Mexico. The s
  
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• New Mexico filmmaker tells the stories of war-torn Ukraine

  15-05-2024 00:53 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico has been at the cutting edge of filmmaking since the silent movie days of Tom Mix. Now one New Mexico filmmaker's inspiration has led her to war-torn Ukraine.
  On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded the neighboring country of Ukraine. The unprovoked and largest humanitarian crisis in Europe since World War II. It's also not the first time the super-power has waged war on the former Soviet Republic.Seeing the future: How a New Mexico start-up is testing AI f
  
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• Man accused of shooting stepmom at Albuquerque graduation ceremony put on house arrest

  15-05-2024 00:34 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The man accused of shooting his stepmother at a graduation ceremony won't be held behind bars while awaiting trial. The judge made that decision Tuesday as prosecutors argued the victim is still in the hospital and says she's afraid of what could happen if her stepson Cristian Bencomo is released.Story continues below
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• Cream cheese products sold at Aldi, other supermarkets, recalled in dozens of states

  15-05-2024 00:18 via krqe.com
  
  (WJW) – ALDI stores, along with several other supermarkets, have recalled cream cheese products due to a potential salmonella risk.The Aldi recall, which the company initiated along with Schreiber Foods, Inc., concerns Happy Farms Whipped Cream Cheese Spread, Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread, Cream Cheese Spread, and Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread products sold at stores in 28 states and Washington, D.C.
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• This is the 'most normal' state in the U.S., new study shows

  15-05-2024 00:17 via krqe.com
  
  ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Just what does it mean to be "normal"?
  Recently, the Washington Post used U.S. Census data to determine which U.S. state best represents "normal" America as a whole.The study was undertaken by Lenny Bronner, the paper's political statmeister, crunching Census numbers on 30 socioeconomic factors such as race, religion, income, education, jobs, and social issues — and found that Illinois most closely resembled the U.S. average. As explained by WaPo, based on dat
  
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• Which airlines have the oldest planes?

  15-05-2024 00:16 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — As stories about airplane mishaps and disasters across U.S. skies continue, many air travelers may be more interested in the conditions of planes than ever before. And while age does not dictate an aircraft's safety, you might be surprised to know just how long planes can stick around in service.Recently, consumer finance outlet FinanceBuzz analyzed data from the civil aviation database Planespotters.net to determine which airlines currently have the oldest and newest planes. I
  
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• National Weather Service: Tornado near Valles Caldera gets 'unknown' EF rating

  15-05-2024 00:06 via krqe.com
  
  SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The National Weather Service (NWS) provided an update on a tornado that touched down in the Jemez Pueblo Saturday.NWS said the tornado caused little to no damage, so its EF rating is designated as "unknown." The elevation for the tornado was recorded at 8,150 feet above sea level. Viewer Jamey Bryant sent KRQE News 13 video that showed the tornado near Valles Caldera. ‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuquerque to film new se
  
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• Fire in northwest Albuquerque destroys 3 cars

  14-05-2024 23:57 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded Monday night to three cars on fire in northwest Albuquerque. Crews were able to control the flames within 15 minutes. A nearby home was spared damage but the three cars were destroyed. Albuquerque Fire Rescue saves injured hiker in Manzano Open SpaceNo injuries were reported. AFR is investigating the cause of the fire.
  
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• Albuquerque has a new fire marshal

  14-05-2024 23:54 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque has made a few promotions within Albuquerque Fire Rescue. That includes choosing a new fire marshal.The city promoted Jason Garcia to fire marshal. With the role, hw will oversee fire inspections, investigations, and community fire risk reduction. Police monitor says APD doesn’t need outside oversightGarcia has been with Albuquerque Fire Rescue since 1998, the city says. He not only grew up in Albuquerque, but comes from a
  
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• Albuquerque Fire Rescue saves injured hiker in Manzano Open Space

  14-05-2024 23:52 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to the Manzano Open Space on Monday night when a hiker was injured after a fall. The call came in just before 9 p.m. with the hiker about a mile from the trailhead.Firefighters extinguish house fire early Monday morningThe caller was able to give crews the exact location helping them reach the injured hiker quickly. The hiker was later taken to the hospital. Their exact injuries were not made known.
  
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• Rio Rancho Police Department holding K9 competition on Saturday

  14-05-2024 23:16 via krqe.com
  
  RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rio Rancho Police Department says it is holding its first-ever K9 competition this weekend. They say the event will give police dogs from around the state a chance to compete in agility, detection, and apprehension. Police: Pedestrian cited after stepping on road, getting hit by Deming police vehicleAdmission is free for the public and will have food trucks and other vendors on site. There will also be activities for kids. The competition will be on
  
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• Police: Pedestrian cited after stepping on road, getting hit by Deming police vehicle

  14-05-2024 23:11 via krqe.com
  
  DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – A pedestrian was hit by a Deming Police Officer in a marked unit Monday night, the Deming Police announced on Tuesday. The crash happened on West Pine Street around 9 p.m.Police said the male individual stepped into the road and was hit. The officer in the vehicle provided aid and the male was taken by ambulance to Mimbres Memorial Hospital for minor injuries. New information surfaces in 1996 Albuquerque cold case, NCMEC saysHe was released from the hospital
  
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• Albuquerque resident pleads guilty to tampering with evidence in deadly crash

  14-05-2024 23:02 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A vehicular homicide charge was dropped against the person who claimed their truck, involved in a deadly crash with a pedestrian, was stolen. According to the criminal complaint, a pedestrian was killed on July 11 on Louisiana and Constitution. New information surfaces in 1996 Albuquerque cold case, NCMEC saysPolice say a red car hit the pedestrian while they were in the crosswalk. The car belonged to Christopher Tramell III, now known as Tara Trammell,
  
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• 'Rust' armorer appeals conviction in deadly movie set shooting

  14-05-2024 22:48 via krqe.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – “Rust” armorer Hannah Gutierrez, who was sentenced to prison for her role in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on a Santa Fe movie set in 2021, wants her conviction overturned.A jury found Gutierrez guilty of involuntary manslaughter in March, and Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer sentenced her to 18 months in prison in April. Gutierrez's lawyers filed a notice of appeal in the 1st Judicial District Court on Monday. New information surfaces
  
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• NMSP investigating deadly shooting involving Quay County Sheriff's Office

  14-05-2024 22:24 via krqe.com
  
  TUCUMCARI, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police are investigating a deadly police shooting near Tucumcari. Details are limited at this time but NMSP says the shooting involved the Quay County Sheriff's Office. VIDEO: Clovis double homicide, kidnapping suspect has court appearance in TexasThey say the shooting happened several miles south of Tucumcari. The deputy is said to be okay but the suspect has died.
  
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• Survey: 58% of those using ABQ's 311 service at least 'satisfied'

  14-05-2024 21:08 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For years, 311 has been the go-to phone number to get answers to questions about city services in Albuquerque. Now, the city reports that the majority of users are "satisfied" or "very satisfied."“311 is a critical resource for everyone in our city, and we’re always working to improve the service so folks can get the support they need,” Mayor Tim Keller said in a press release. “With 311, we’re keeping lines of communication ope
  
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• New Mexico putting $1.9 million towards recreation upgrades

  14-05-2024 21:04 via krqe.com
  
  *Editor's Note: This story has been corrected to note the value of grants.NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico's Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced the latest round of funding for outdoor recreation projects. The purpose of the funding is to expand access to the outdoors and boost the recreation-based economy."We are thrilled to continue fostering the growth and accessibility of New Mexico's beautiful landscapes through the Trails+ Grant,” the director of the Out
  
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• New Mexico putting $1.5 million towards recreation upgrades

  14-05-2024 21:04 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico's Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced the latest round of funding for outdoor recreation projects. The purpose of the funding is to expand access to the outdoors and boost the recreation-based economy."We are thrilled to continue fostering the growth and accessibility of New Mexico's beautiful landscapes through the Trails+ Grant,” the director of the Outdoor Recreation Division of EDD, Karina Armijo, said in a press release. &
  
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• Fuelwood permits on sale for Mount Taylor Ranger District

  14-05-2024 20:39 via krqe.com
  
  NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Mount Taylor Ranger District on the Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands is opening up the sale of fuelwood permits beginning on May 15, 2024.Behind the story: Albuquerque grandma shoots intruderFuelwood permits can be purchased at:
  Mount Taylor District Office (1800 Lobo Canyon Rd. Grants, NM) or by calling (505) 287-8833Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands Supervisors Office (2113 Osuna Rd. Albuquerque, NM or by calling (505) 346-3900
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• Police investigating fatal shooting in northeast Albuquerque

  14-05-2024 19:45 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting near Pennsylvania and Constitution Tuesday morning.Police say one person was found dead on scene suffering from gunshot wounds. APD's homicide unit is investigating the shooting. No other details available.
  
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• New information surfaces in 1996 Albuquerque cold case, NCMEC says

  14-05-2024 19:37 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New information has surfaced in connection to an unidentified female who was found dead in Albuquerque, New Mexico, 28 years ago, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.Investigators said that initial genealogy research has discovered that Jane Doe, who was found on May 2, 1996, in a vacant field near 98th and Tower Road in Albuquerque, may have relatives and friends in the Phoenix, Arizona area and/or the Benton County, W
  
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• Rail Yards Market 'Burque Bake-on' fundraising competition

  14-05-2024 19:35 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rail Yards Market is holding a fundraiser, "The Great Burque Bake-on." The event is a competition between 12 local bakers that will compete for the top spot. ‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuquerque to film new seriesThe competition is broken down into five steps:
  Order your Burque Bake-on box online by May 16 and choose between three different tiers of fundraising supportFollow the Rail Yards Market social media accounts
  
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• VIDEO: Clovis double homicide, kidnapping suspect has court appearance in Texas

  14-05-2024 19:25 via krqe.com
  
  ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC/KRQE) - A suspect accused of killing two women and shooting a child in New Mexico before kidnapping a baby and fleeing to Abilene has appeared in court.
  Alek Collins had his first court appearance at the Federal Courthouse in Abilene, TX, where he elected to have the rest of his hearings transferred to New Mexico.More charges filed against Clovis double homicide, kidnapping suspectAfterward, he was released into the custody of New Mexico Marshals.
  Collins is facing two
  
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• Local filmmaker holding fundraiser for upcoming feature film

  14-05-2024 18:58 via krqe.com
  
  ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Local filmmaker Holly Adams has written and directed over 20 short films and is now gearing up for her first feature film "No Place."Story continues below
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• EPA 'failed to protect' East Palestine residents after Ohio train derailment: Whistleblower

  14-05-2024 18:50 via krqe.com
  
  (NewsNation) — An EPA whistleblower has stepped forward, saying the Environmental Protection Agency deviated from normal procedures when testing for chemical contamination after a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
  On Feb. 6, 2023, officials in East Palestine, Ohio, vented and burned five tank cars full of vinyl chloride after a Norfolk Southern train derailed near the town.Three days later, the Environmental Protection Agency gave the all-clear for evacuated residents to return to
  
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• Chia seeds sold at Walmart nationwide recalled over salmonella

  14-05-2024 18:49 via krqe.com
  
  (WKBN) - Chia seeds sold at Walmart stores nationwide have been recalled by Natural Sourcing International.
  The 32 oz. bags of Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds have a Lot Code of 24095 C018 and a UPC of 078742300665. They have an expiration date of October 30, 2026, according to the alert from the FDA
  (Courtesy: FDA)No adverse events associated with the seeds have been reported, but the recall was made as a precaution, the FDA said.
  Customers can identify the recalled seeds by the main label
  
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• Aurora is back: Northern lights may be visible in these states Tuesday

  14-05-2024 18:48 via krqe.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – If you missed the spectacular northern lights displays over the weekend, you may have another chance to see the aurora Tuesday night — at least if you live up north.
  The solar activity predicted to hit Earth Tuesday night is much weaker than what we saw Friday and Saturday, so the line of visibility isn't expected to reach as far south this time.
  The weekend's geomagnetic storm had the highest, "extreme" G5 rating. With G5 storms, the northern lights can be visible a
  
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• Los Alamos planning emergency preparedness exercise for May 22

  14-05-2024 18:36 via krqe.com
  
  LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – The county and the national lab are planning a joint emergency preparedness exercise. The event will be on Wednesday, May 22.The exercise will start at 9:00 a.m. and will last approximately five hours, the county says. During that time, the public may see emergency vehicles on roads and workers in protective equipment running simulated drills. NM judge puts five-day school week rule from the Public Education Department on holdCounty services, including emerge
  
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