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New Mexico's Unique Badlands Offer Otherworldly Jagged Spires, Colorful Rock Formations, And Fossils

The American West is world-famous for its distinctive landscapes and unique geological formations. Much of the West consists of striking deserts, mountains, and grasslands that evoke images right out of a classic Hollywood Western. But one particular type of terrain found throughout the West showcases the complex, rugged character that defined this iconic region. Badlands are a type of landscape where soft, clay-heavy soil is eroded over time by water and wind, creating a colorful complex of gullies, ravines, buttes, and other prominent rock formations.

New Mexico · 2025-03-15

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As lawmakers debate banning shower cameras in children’s lockups, Bernalillo County removes theirs

When Christopher Herrera was 15, he was incarcerated in the Bernalillo County Youth Services Center, a juvenile detention center in Albuquerque that holds young people aged 12 to 17 from across the state. Every time Herrera received a visit from anyone like his mother or his lawyer, and any time he left to see a […]

Bernalillo County, NM · 2025-03-14

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Paws and Stripes holds inaugural adoption event

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Saturday, the Paws and Stripes location near San Mateo and Lomas hosted its inaugural adoption event, and it was a treat for everyone involved. Paws and Stripes is a local nonprofit that trains shelter dogs to be service dogs for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder. Saturday’s event was all about getting […]

Albuquerque, NM · 2025-03-15

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City shuts down Days Inn near Coors and I-40 in Albuquerque

For the second time this week, the City of Albuquerque has shut down a hotel near Coors and Interstate 40. This time, it’s a Days Inn.

Albuquerque, NM · 2025-03-14

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Violent Winds Rip Through Oklahoma, Kansas, And Texas: Big Rigs Flipped And Wildfires Rage

Brutal winds tore through Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Kansas on Friday, unleashing chaos with gusts reaching nearly 100 mph, flipping semi-trucks, fueling devastating wildfires, and creating blinding dust storms. According to AccuWeather, the powerful winds, some reaching 95 mph in New Mexico and 83 mph in Texas, caused widespread...

Texas · 2025-03-14

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Man detained by ICE involved in Jada Gonzales murder

One of the suspects charged in the murder of 18-year-old Albuquerque Academy student Jada Gonzales is now in federal custody. KOB has confirmed that Jesse Escobedo-Barrios was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents on Tuesday and is currently awaiting an immigration hearing to determine whether he will be deported from the country. On […]

Albuquerque, NM · 2025-03-15

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2025 New Mexico State Fair tickets now on sale

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Tickets are now available for this year’s state fair. Fairgoers can purchase Mega Passes and general admission tickets online. The Mega Pass is $40 and allows the holder to bypass the gate ticketing line, giving them quicker access to all the fair has to offer. General admission tickets are $15 for adults […]

New Mexico · 2025-03-14

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High winds cause significant outages and damage in Texas and NM

Extreme winds have caused significant damage to power lines in areas of Texas and New Mexico, leaving about 65,000 Xcel Energy customers without power as of 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 14, a press release said.

Texas · 2025-03-14

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Thousands in Texas, NM remain without power as wildfires continue following strong winds

Local and state fire crews on Sunday continued to battle at least two major wildfires that had consumed more than 30,000 acres after sparking in strong winds and a dust storm Friday in the Texas Panhandle. Meanwhile, thousands of people across the region remained without power over the weekend following the potent wind and dust storm, according to utility companies including Xcel Energy. Xcel on Saturday warned that the extent of the damage sustained during the storm could leave some without power into early next week. More: Thousands without power in Lubbock, Amarillo areas during high wind dust storm...

Texas · 2025-03-15

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Police arrest man for drive-by shooting at family’s home

Police arrested a man accused of shooting at a home in Rio Rancho where two children and their guardians were sleeping.

Rio Rancho, NM · 2025-03-14

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Permit requirement at border impacting local businesses

LOS ALGODONES, Mexico (KYMA, KECY) - Mexican customs started asking for a new permit for pedestrians crossing the border into Mexico at the Los Algodones Mexican Port of Entry, creating long lines. But it's also impacting businesses in Los Algodones, some saying their sales have dropped drastically. In the past...

Yuma, AZ · 2025-03-14

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Las Cruces police identify 19-year-old suspect injured in officer-involved-shooting

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Las Cruces police have identified the 19-year-old suspect who they believe pulled out a gun on an officer, leading to Thursday night's officer-involved-shooting. According to the Las Cruces Police Department, Gabriel Padilla was rushed to the hospital after he was shot by a police...

Las Cruces, NM · 2025-03-14

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Bill to establish LGBTQ+ day in New Mexico advances to Senate

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A bill that would establish an LGBTQ+ day in New Mexico is advancing in the Roundhouse. House Bill 518 would designate the fourth Tuesday in January in each odd-numbered year as the holiday in the state. In the bill, sponsors say that the day would honor all past, present and future leaders […]

New Mexico · 2025-03-14

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Protestors demonstrate outside Tesla dealership in Bernalillo

BERNALILLO, N.M. (KRQE) – Protestors gathered Thursday night outside of the Tesla dealership in Bernalillo. Dozens of people peacefully protested at the dealership, saying they’ve been there every Saturday since President Donald Trump took office. “We have people out who are letting everyone know they are not alone. We are here, we know people are angry. People […]

Bernalillo, NM · 2025-03-14

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New Mexico joins other blue states locking up more people with mental illness

Through the center of Albuquerque runs Route 66, and many businesses celebrate the historic road with neon signs and nostalgic menus. 66 Diner, owned by Summer Willis, is particularly proud of its handmade shakes made with scooped ice cream, never soft serve. "It's dirty. It's messy. You get covered in...

Albuquerque, NM · 2025-03-13

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