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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Adorned with flowers and his name, a ghost bike at Unser and Kimmick on Albuquerque's west side stands where Joe Gamez took his last ride. It was July of 2022 when Gamez was riding his bike near Unser Kimmick when he was hit by a vehicle and died days later.
"I just sobbed. I laid on Joe and sobbed, and I said 'Joe, I am so sorry that this happened to you.' We made a super hard but right decision to pull him off the ventilator," said his wife, Jeanine Gamez,

KRQE Newsfeed: Back in custody, New Mexico Governor speaking out, Hot with storms, Electric school buses in New Mexico, Ruidoso Downs horse racing

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Gateway Center officials give update on facility after SCOTUS rules on urban campingAlbuquerque police: Man dies after confrontation, shootingEnvironmental group disagrees with decision to not yet release Mexican WolfWater main break explodes out of road in NE AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque-based nonprofit seeks homes for rescued dogsAPD SWAT unit responds to reports of gunshotBiden to announce Supreme Court reforms on MondayMaduro is declared winner as opposition claims irreg

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – Few pockets of rainfall activity are present in the southwest corner of New Mexico this morning with some rain activity still possible this afternoon, but it will generally be a mostly sunny, slightly hotter, and slightly drier day. Showers around Silver City, to the south of Demining, and in southwestern Hidalgo County are pivoting their way northwestward around a high pressure system that has migrated to the Pecos River Valley. With wildfires spewing out smoke in

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – Few pockets of rainfall activity are present in the southwest corner of New Mexico this morning with some rain activity still possible this afternoon, but it will generally be a mostly sunny, slightly hotter, and slightly drier day. Showers around Silver City, to the south of Demining, and in southwestern Hidalgo County are pivoting their way northwestward around a high pressure system that has migrated to The Pecos River Valley. With wildfires spewing out smoke in

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Advocates push for electric school bus funding in New Mexico

SANTA FE, N.M.(KRQE) – Could the old, yellow diesel school bus become a thing of the past? Advocates with the groups NMVC Action Fund and Healthy Climate New Mexico made the pitch for electric school buses to the legislative Transportation Infrastructure Revenue Subcommittee."There's no mandate at all. What we're trying to do is really level the path, so to speak, for districts who might choose to do this," said Charles Goodmacher, policy advisor for Healthy Climate New Mexico.Parent

Rapid Fire: Caleb Medford answers random questions about UNM Football Team

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – In this edition of "Rapid Fire" UNM Football Wide Receiver Caleb Medford answers a series of random questions that give a different insight on the team.ave you ever wondered who has the best hair? Or maybe who's the best dressed? Don't worry, Medford gave his best answers!

Less active week ahead

Showers and storms developed across much of southern New Mexico this afternoon. Flash Flood Warnings were issued for the Blue 2 burn scar as well as across parts of southwest New Mexico. As we head overnight, these showers and storms will slowly die down with a few light showers possible into the early morning hours.
Storm chances remain low and isolated through the first half of the week, but a few afternoon storms will still develop, especially in western New Mexico and across some mountain pe

First weekend of Ruidoso Downs races in Albuquerque wraps up

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – This weekend was the first to come of horse races in Albuquerque following the devastating Salt and South Fork fires, as well as major flooding, in Lincoln County.
"It came together as quick as we could," said Racing for the Downs at Albuquerque President Don Cook.Ruidoso Downs officials are optimistic about future races for weekends to come.Ruidoso Downs Race Track to go forward with on-location horse sales"We know it was a good day, so things have been go

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Environmental group disagrees with decision to not yet release Mexican Wolf

SOCORRO, N.M.(KRQE) –A female Mexican Wolf, who became famous for traveling long distances, is being kept in captivity until she can breed. The wolf, known as Asha, is currently at a U.S. Fish and Wildlife facility in Socorro."The issue is that they need to stop thinking of every wolf as a means to an end to meet their recovery goal," said Western Watersheds Project Deputy Director Greta Anderson.New film, TV, and audio studio opening in AlbuquerqueThe environmental grou

Mistakenly released inmate back in custody, Albuquerque police say

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department has taken Desiree Sanchez into custody, they announced Sunday evening.APD said Sanchez, 44, was released by mistake from MDC earlier this week. She reportedly called 911 and turned herself in.Water main break explodes out of road in NE AlbuquerqueAround 6 p.m., officers took Sanchez into custody in the 2800 block of Durances Road NW. She was taken to the MDC.

APD SWAT unit responds to reports of gunshot

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department's SWAT team was called to an apartment on Sunday evening.According to APD, officers were alerted to a man showing up with a firearm at an apartment in the 12000 block of Singing Arrow NE. Neighbors reported hearing a gunshot.Albuquerque church still recovering after June floodingAuthorities said no one inside the apartment has responded after attempted contact. The SWAT unit is there to help ensure safety.

Cotton says Trump's 'you won't have to vote anymore' comment was him 'obviously making a joke'

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) said Sunday that President Trump was “obviously making a joke” when he urged Christian voters to vote for him in November and that, if they do, they “won’t have to vote anymore” because “everything” will be “fixed.”“I think he’s obviously making a joke about how bad things had been under Joe Biden, and how good they’ll be if we send President Trump back to the White House so we can turn the country a

List: These are the billionaires backing Kamala Harris

(NewsNation) —With President Joe Biden's popularity waning, he stepped aside and now the Democratic Party ostensibly has new life.
Vice President Kamala Harris has breathed fresh life into the 2024 election. Over $200 million has been raised, despite Harris not yet being officially declared the Democrats' nominee.100 days out from Election Day: Here’s what to watchNotable billionaires such as Elon Musk, Bill Ackman and JP Morgan CEO have all backed former President Donald Trump

Black bear and cub destroy car in Connecticut after getting trapped inside

WINSTED, Conn. (AP) — Trapped inside a car, the adult black bear and cub thrashed about. The horn was blaring and the radio blasting. Outside the car, a second cub ran around in apparent distress by the Connecticut home.State environmental conservation police were called by the startled vehicle owner on the morning of July 15. They opened a door, and the two bears ran off into the woods safe and sound with the third bear. The car's interior, however, wasn't so fortunate: It was completely

Second man injured during Trump rally shooting released from hospital

(The Hill) -- The second man injured during the attempted assassination against former President Trump has been discharged from a hospital in Pittsburgh, a spokesperson for the hospital group confirmed to The Hill.
James Copenhaver, 74, was discharged from Allegheny General Hospital last Friday, a spokesperson for Highmark Health told The Hill.
He was one of two spectators injured during the shooting at Trump's campaign rally on July 13 in Butler, Pa. The other injured attendee, David "Jake" Dut

Olympics organizers say they meant no disrespect with 'Last Supper' tableau

PARIS (AP) —Paris Olympicsorganizers apologized to anyone who was offended by a tableau that evoked Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” during the glamorousopening ceremony, but defended the concept behind it Sunday.Da Vinci's painting depicts the moment when Jesus Christ declared that an apostle would betray him. Thescene during Friday's ceremonyfeatured DJ and producer Barbara Butch — an LGBTQ+ icon — flanked by drag artists a

Outside fire damages home in NE Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Crews responded to a house fire in northeast Albuquerque overnight.According to Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR), crews responded to reports of a fire near Montgomery and Eubank just before 2 a.m.What is Teflon flu? The illness caused by non-stick pansAFR said the fire in the two-story home caused significant damage, but they controlled it within 20 minutes.Officials claimed the fire started outside the home, spreading up the outside wall before entering the a

Gov. Lujan Grisham featured on 'Face the Nation' before upcoming town halls

**Editor's Note: The previous version of this article had an incorrect preposition listed in the program's name. This has been corrected.**
NEW MEXICO(KRQE) –For the second time in two months, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham went on national TV, speaking on issues surrounding New Mexico and some national topics.
The governor last went on CBS's "Face the Nation" in June. At that time, she spoke on extreme weather, much like the wildfires and flooding that had been rav

Gov. Lujan Grisham featured on 'Face of the Nation' before upcoming town halls

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) –For the second time in two months, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham went on national TV, speaking on issues surrounding New Mexico and some national topics.
The governor last went on CBS's "Face of the Nation" in June. At that time, she spoke on extreme weather, much like the wildfires and flooding that had been ravaging through the Ruidoso and Las Vegas areas. She also spoke on the southern border.
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Albuquerque-based nonprofit seeks homes for rescued dogs

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Dogs are stressed enough in rescue kennels, but what about dogs that are an extra handful - the dogs that some walk away from?The Fur-get Me Not adoption event at the Office Bar and Grill in northwest Albuquerque had dogs on the spot, waiting and ready for their forever homes.Albuquerque church still recovering after June floodingOrganizers said if you can't adopt, there are always other ways to get involved to help at-risk pooches from an otherwise difficu

No injuries reported after plane lands off runway near Double Eagle Airport

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.(KRQE) -- Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to the Double Eagle Airport on Sunday after an emergency was reported.AFR said crews were alerted around 9:30 a.m. because a plane landed on the mesa about a mile from the runway. They found a small plane with minimal damage and uninjured occupants.The pilot reportedly claimed the aircraft was not getting lift on takeoff, and there was a loss of power to the engine. The cause of the incident is being investigated.

What to know about 'ongoing' coffee recall impacting dozens of canned products

(WJW) – After a nationwide recall on a variety of canned coffee products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has determined the recall on items distributed through different coffee roasters and retailers to be a "Class II."According to the FDA, Snapchill LLC, a Wisconsin-based company, voluntarily recalled the list of coffee products in June after learning the company’s manufacturing process could lead to a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, botulism.According to the Center

Flash Flood Warning issued for Ruidoso, surrounding areas

LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.(KRQE) – There is a Flash Flood Warning for a burn scar in New Mexico, the National Weather Service said.Until 5 p.m., a Flash Flood Warning is issued for the South Fork Fire burn scar in south-central Lincoln County.Impacted areas may include: Eagle Creek, Cedar Creek, Rio Ruidoso drainages, Ruidoso, Hollywood, Alto, Ruidoso Downs, and Glencoe.Learn more here.

Water main break explodes out of road in NE Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) responded to a water main break on Sunday.
AFR said, around 12:35 p.m., nine units were called to 10300 Gutierrez Road NE for a townhouse's garage partially collapsing alongside a water main break on Morris Street NE.
Authorities said one person was displaced, and a service dog went missing. Holes are being drilled into the garage door to look inside for the missing animal.Parents want bell times altered at an East Mountain

Water main break explodes out of road in Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) responded to a water main break on Sunday.
AFR said, around 12:35 p.m., nine units were called to 10300 Gutierrez Road NE for a townhouse's garage partially collapsing alongside a water main break.
Authorities said one person was displaced, and a service dog went missing. Holes are being drilled into the garage door to look inside for the missing animal.Parents want bell times altered at an East Mountain elementary schoolNo

'El Mayo' attorney: Client kidnapped, brought to U.S. against his will

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The attorney for alleged Sinaloa drug cartel co-founder Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada said his client did not enter the country voluntarily and was kidnapped by a rival, according to a statement from his attorney which was sent to KTSM on Sunday morning, July 28.Drug kingpin ‘El Mayo’ arrested in El Paso
Zambada, along with the reported son of Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, were arrested by U.S. authorities Thursday, July 25 at the Dona Ana County Internat

US men's basketball team rolls past Serbia in opening game at the Paris Olympics

VILLENEUVE-D'ASCQ, France (AP) — LeBron James made his Olympic return after a 12-year absence. Kevin Durant played for the first time this summer.And the two most-experienced Olympians on this U.S. team opened theParis Games— not to mention a bid for a fifth consecutive gold medal for the Americans — with a near-perfect show.Durant made his first eight shots on the way to 23 points in less than 17 minutes, James added 21 points, nine rebounds and seven assists and t

What are Olympians banned from posting on TikTok?

(NEXSTAR) – It’s no wonder that many of the world’s best athletes — being young, fit, and incredibly popular — are all the rage on TikTok amid the 2024 Summer Games.But despite going viral with posts containing critiques of the Olympic Village’s dining hall or even their attempts to test the structural integrity of their cardboard beds, the athletes in Paris are indeed beholden to a strict set of guidelines concerning what they can and can’t post to soci

Two meteor showers will soon flash across the sky: What to know

(AP) — Get ready for a meteor shower doubleheader.The Southern Delta Aquariidmeteor showerpeaks in late July. And this year, it will coincide with a second smaller meteor shower, the Alpha Capricornids.The Delta Aquariids occur every year in North America's late summer.This year’s peak activityhappens early Tuesday morning, with an expected 15 to 20 meteors visible per hour in the Northern Hemisphere, under dark skies. Viewing should be even better in the Sout

Misinformation floods social media in wake of breakneck news cycle

A weeks-long break-neck news cycle has set off a parallel explosion of misinformation online, which experts warn could make it harder to parse out what is real versus what is fake as the 2024 election gets underway.In the span of just two weeks, the political landscape has been transformed, starting with the attempted assassination of former President Trump. The shooting, coupled with the dismissal of one of his most serious federal indictments, led straight into a jubilant Republican National C