From KRQE News 13
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ABQ Ride releases Recovery Network Report to reformat bus system
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The city spent around two years trying to figure out how to reformat its bus system after ridership cratered in Covid. Now a new report has some big ideas for what changes might be on the horizon. After taking in a lot of community feedback, ABQ Ride now has a draft plan []
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McDonald’s free McNuggets deal for one day only
Here’s how you can score a free 6-piece Chicken McNuggets.
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From Biden to Butker, the biggest graduation speeches so far this year
The tumultuous academic year is coming to a fittingly high-profile end for the college class of 2024.
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What can you do to protect yourself from wildfire smoke?
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – In New Mexico, wildfires can bring hazardous smoke miles away from the actual site of the fire. So, what can you do to protect yourself? The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) offers a few tips. These include using air quality monitoring tools and limiting your time outdoors on smoky days. “While []
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FBI, APD set $2k reward for ATM robbery trio
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The FBI and Albuquerque Police Department (APD) are asking for the public to weigh in on the whereabouts of three people who robbed a Wells Fargo ATM at 550 San Mateo Blvd SE. The robbery happened on Friday, May 17 around 1:25 p.m. The first suspect is described as an African American []
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Rio Rancho counselor indicted for fraud
RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – A grand jury has indicted a Rio Rancho counselor for fraud. Mayra Haynes is facing nine charges including fraud over $20,000 Medicaid fraud, and falsifying documents over incidents that occurred from June 2019 to February 2021. Details on the allegations are sealed but the New Mexico Department of Justice confirmed Haynes is []
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Zozobra hot air balloon design unveiled ahead of 100th anniversary
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Zozobra is going to reach new heights this year with a special shape hot air balloon. The Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe, the City of Santa Fe, and the City of Albuquerque unveiled the design of the hot air balloon shaped as "Old Man Gloom" on Monday. The balloon is 135 feet tall, weighs []
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Española Humane Society seeking donations to expand facility
ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – Española Humane Society is raising money to expand its facilities to help more pets in New Mexico. The animal shelter will start construction on a brand-new building soon. They have already raised $5 million and are looking for another $2 million. "We'll be able to double our capacity. One of the things []
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What New Mexico places will be closed for Memorial Day 2024?
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Memorial Day this year will be on Monday, May 27. Due to the holiday, there will be many closures and events happening throughout the state. Closures Albuquerque Santa Fe Rio Rancho Belen Los Lunas Remaining Open Albuquerque Events Albuquerque Santa Fe Belen
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Body thrown off cliff after Gallup crime spree
GALLUP, N.M. (KRQE) – A New Mexico man is facing a federal charge after a violent crime spree that culminated in a body thrown off of a cliff in Gallup. The 30-year-old man, Rydell Happy, has been accused of second-degree murder and faces up to life in prison if convicted. According to the criminal complaint, on April []
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“Dark Winds” season three begins filming in New Mexico
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico Film Office Director Amber Dodson announced season three of "Dark Winds" has begun filming in and around Santa Fe and Tesuque Pueblo. "Dark Winds" is is executive produced by multiple names, including George R. R. Martin. The series stars Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon and Jessica Matten. "Dark Winds" is based []
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Fruitland man pleads guilty to threatening driver, attacking vehicle with machete
SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A Fruitland man pleaded guilty in federal court to threatening a driver, attacking the driver's vehicle with a machete and hatchet, stealing her car, and leading police on a high-speed chase, according to the Department of Justice. In his plea agreement, Brandon Barber, 38, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, []