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Seven more people arrested at UNM for protesting Israel-Hamas war
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — While protests continue to take place at universities across the country, educators are coming to the defense of their students. "Our students who are paying the price right now with their encampments in front of the universities are our heroes," Sandra Akkad said. Many educators and...
Gaza Solidarity Encampment defies UNM’s ultimatum for 12 hours before State Police arrive
Twelve hours after the deadline to either pack up and leave or face more police raids, the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at the University of New Mexico stayed in place. By 7 a.m. on Wednesday morning New Mexico State Police and UNM Police moved the group from the encampment, taking several people away in police custody. […] The post Gaza Solidarity Encampment defies UNM’s ultimatum for 12 hours before State Police arrive appeared first on Source New Mexico.
City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreation
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With temperatures rising along with spring runoff more people are expected on a faster moving Rio Grande. Albuquerque Fire Rescue says even though the river might look calm, the water’s often moving a lot faster than people anticipate. “This river is wonderful on many levels, but it’s also dangerous in all levels,” said […]
Debt-buying company coming to Albuquerque, promising 200 jobs
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance says Spring Oaks Capital, LLC is coming to New Mexico. The Virginia-based company collects debts from consumers. “Spring Oaks Capital’s decision to expand in Albuquerque and create new jobs in our community is another step forward for Albuquerque,” the city’s Economic Development Director Max Gruner said in […]
Archbishop of Santa Fe calls for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas War
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A group led by the Archbishop of Santa Fe has requested an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas War. A coalition of faith-based members of the community represented by Archbishop John Wester of the Santa Fe Diocese called for in-depth documentation of possible Israeli war crimes regarding the war in Gaza. In front […]
Albuquerque resident pleads guilty to tampering with evidence in deadly crash
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. Police say a red car hit the pedestrian while they were in the crosswalk. […]
FBI: Rio Rancho Man Arrested For Shooting At Vehicle
ALBUQUERQUE – At around 7:15 a.m. on May 13, a New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officer was on patrol on Paseo Del Norte, traveling east near 2nd Street. The officer saw a Nissan Pathfinder pull up to the passenger side of a Toyota 4-Runner, both were also traveling east on Paseo Del Norte.
‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuquerque to film new series
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The creator of “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul” is returning to New Mexico for a new series. Vince Gilligan will be filming an untitled project in and around Albuquerque, according to an announcement made by New Mexico Film Office Director Amber Dodson on Monday. “I’m thrilled to be working in New […]
New Mexico Governor Grisham's 'zero emission' fire engine has diesel motor
(The Center Square) - The New Mexico Environment Department provided Bernalillo County Fire & Rescue with $417,718 worth of taxpayer funding to help pay for $1,829,973 in project costs to replace a 1991 Engine Model Year diesel-fueled Class 8, Pierce Dash fire engine. BCFR will replace the old diesel fire engine with a Pierce Volterra battery electric fire engine. The new engine produces zero tailpipe emissions, according to publicity materials produced by the environment department. ...
NMAA issues VVHS baseball strike after Monday night incident
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was shocking video of a heated exchange at a high school state championship baseball game. Now, the New Mexico Activities Association has ruled against the Volcano Vista Hawks for the incident. The Volcano Vista Hawks took on the Los Lunas Tigers on Monday in the state tournament. The Hawks lost 15-8. […]
San Jon man sentenced to 8 years in prison for vehicular homicide at casino
San Jon, New Mexico (KVII) — A San Jon man pleaded no contest to vehicular homicide and will serve up to eight years in prison for running over and a killing a man at a casino in 2022. Robert Joseph Archuleta, 68, faced up to 15 years in prison,...
Police dogs competing for a good cause
RIO RANCHO, N.M. — The Special Olympics of New Mexico serves thousands of athletes every year, and this weekend, the organization is teaming up with law enforcement for a special event. The Rio Rancho Police Department is hosting its first-ever K-9 competition. Handlers and their police dogs from across...
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