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BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) reported two inmate deaths Monday, which occurred in unrelated incidents. The first person who died was identified as 57-year-old Elliott Scott Sanchez, according to jail officials. He was booked into jail last Tuesday. At about 2 p.m. on Thursday, officials said a medical [...]

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – President Donald Trump elected to ban three news agencies from the White House, prompting a response from politicians and leaders. Read More: New Mexico Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D) released this statement:

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Tuesday is the first day of autumn, which means fall bird migration is in full swing. Sunday night, nearly two million birds migrated through Bernalillo County, and at the absolute peak of the evening, more than four million were in the air at the same time, according to Cornell University's [...]

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The August planting season for reforestation is wrapped up in the Lincoln National Forest, and some one-of-a-kind artworks are now on display. To help ensure the seedlings thrive, they were given special shelters to shield them from environmental threats. This year, those shelters were decorated by volunteers at the Smokey Bear [...]

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A once abundant species of frogs is now listed as critically endangered, especially in New Mexico. New Mexico Department of Wildlife officials said northern leopard frogs, like many amphibians, are critical components of healthy ecosystems, however, more than 40 percent of amphibian species worldwide are vulnerable to extinction. The northern leopard [...]

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Anglers will be able to fish for free in New Mexico this weekend as part of the state’s Free Fishing Weekend. On Sept. 26 and 27, which is also National Hunting and Fishing Day nationwide, anyone can fish without a license in public fishing waters throughout the state. All anglers must [...]

New Mexico State University officials are urging fans to follow tailgating guidelines and maintain respectful behavior ahead of the Sept. 26 rivalry game against the University of New Mexico.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – If you're looking for a fun, family-friendly event, the Globito Glow in the Village event is happening again this year during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The event is once again being held on 4th Street in Los Ranchos, according to the Globitos website. Globito Glow in the Village this year will [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum is offering special lectures, virtual reality balloon rides, a feature film, a new exhibit and events during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Museum officials said they are offering daily VR Balloon Rides, a new exhibition, docent-led museum tours, food trucks, and a screening of [...]

NATIONAL (KRQE) - It is that time of the year again. The leaves are starting to change colors, the air is crisp and the bears are fat. Fat Bear Week is back, and starting Tuesday, the biggest Alaskan Brown Bears face off head-to-head for your vote on who best exemplifies fatness. The annual tournament celebrates [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New separated bike lanes are being installed along a busy street in Albuquerque, with new delineators being tested along the corridor. This pilot project will convert the existing buffered bike lane facilities along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue between Arno Street and Oak Street to separated bike lanes through the [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque’s Small Business Office, Job Training Albuquerque, and SCORE are teaming up to host a Small Business Resource Fair connecting entrepreneurs with more than 40 organizations dedicated to helping people start and grow their businesses. Representatives from City departments, lenders, marketing agencies, and other organizations will be available [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Animal Humane New Mexico is raising funds by putting on a special Cats vs. Dogs promotion. Community members can support their team though September 23 at 8 p.m. To vote for your favorite animal you just have to go to Animal Humane New Mexico's website and make a donation for your [...]

She says she can sleep better knowing the man accused of killing her daughter has been captured after four years on the run, and she played a part in his arrest.

A man was shot and injured by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in north Austin on Sunday, according to a city of Austin news flash.

At raccoon boot camp, the goal is to help sick or injured animals learn to survive in the south Mississippi wilderness.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new health destination is bringing fitness and business to Albuquerque's North Valley. ES Gym and Luxiv Wellness celebrated their grand opening over the weekend. The 16,000-square-foot facility combines fitness, recovery and wellness, all in one building. The owners said the goal goes beyond just a gym. "The thing that really [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Community members were enjoying music over the weekend at Bands of Enchantment. Dozens celebrated the Route 66 centennial listening to local artists. Bands of Enchantment is an Emmy-winning live music TV series. The series draws crowds to celebrate diverse musical genres from indie rock to Latin beats. This year's event paired [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is warning the public about a scam going around the community involving homes for rent. "We're getting people taking pictures from houses for sale and posting the house for rent, offering a little less than market value, getting people excited asking for a deposit to be put down, [...]

GUADALUPE COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police arrested a man following a shooting and carjacking in Guadalupe County on Saturday. State Police said the incident began at approximately 11:10 a.m. at the Phillips 66 Milagro gas station, located at 1095 Russell Road, following a reported domestic dispute involving Riel Gonzales, 22, and his [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a deadly shooting that took place in northwest Albuquerque Sunday night. Officers responded to a home on the 6200 block Sabre Ct. NW near 4th Street for reports of a shooting. APD homicide detectives arrested 64-year-old Mark Leib, accused of killing his son, [...]

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Today's episode of The Influencers features the popular beauty, fashion, and lifestyle creator Michelle Guerrero, known online as @mishhoneyb. Guerrero chatted with digital producer and host Mercedes Gonzales-Bazan about how she began posting online and how her content has evolved through the years. The two discuss Guerrero's engagement and growth online, including [...]

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Hardly if any rain is present out east with passing clouds from the west, a lot of dry air mostly above the surface, and mostly calm winds, allowing for radiational cooling to take place. Most are starting off close to or at least a couple of degrees milder than average. Northern [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The Albuquerque Isotopes wrapped up their regular season Sunday with a 14-7 loss to the Salt Lake Bees. Albuquerque started the finale with some early offensive fireworks. Sterlin Thompson led off the bottom of the first inning with a home run, giving the Isotopes an early 2-0 advantage. The long ball continued [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Due to recent rainfall, the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District is releasing water to irrigators in the Albuquerque area. Many farmers struggled this summer with hot, dry temperatures and little water. But for farmers planting fall crops who haven't had backup water options, they say these deliveries could help them turn the [...]

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – They're not mosquitoes or gnats, but these insects do have wings and travel in swarms. They're tiny insects seen everyday in New Mexico, but with monsoon conditions this time of year the insects emerge with wings and travel in swarms. "It can definitely look crazy when you see it happening," said [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –This week on the New Mexico Political Pulse, the New Mexico Department of Justice sent a letter to PNM, calling for an explanation following customer complaints over high bills. It comes after the electric utility notified customers that their bill totals might be estimated because of a meter reader shortage. Another big topic this week [...]