Local organization helps provide shoes for student athletes in need
316 Views Smoove Kicks, Inc continues to encourage student athletes in the area in need to participate in sports by providing shoes or league fees. KRWG’s Kienna Rodriguez talks with Brian Harrison with the group to learn more about the work they do.
Former Rio Rancho football player signs with Green Bay Packers
287 Views RIO RANCHO, N.M. — A former Rio Rancho football player will begin his professional football career with the Green Bay Packers. Defensive lineman Keshawn Banks signed a deal as an undrafted free agent following the 2023 NFL draft.
FBI: More than 650 people reported missing in New Mexico, Navajo Nation
342 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The first week of May marks the National Week of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives. According to the FBI, 10% of the population in New Mexico identifies as Native American. Many organizations are hosting events to raise awareness this week.
Where does New Mexico stand among the best states in the U.S.?
275 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A lot of factors go into a state’s greatness; economy, education, how it deals with crime, etc. U.S. News and World Report recently came out with their Best States rankings of all of the states in the country and while New Mexico didn’t fair all that high in the main list, it […]
Flooding impacting residents in Ojo Caliente
421 Views OJO CALIENTE, N.M. — Water levels in the Rio Ojo Caliente are rising to flood alert criteria. One resident’s ranch is submerged in water as the melting snow pack up north continues to raise water levels. “I’m afraid that the river will jump over there and make the river here,” said Glen Lovato.
Biden sending 1,500 troops for Mexico border migrant surge
336 Views WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will send 1,500 troops to the U.S.-Mexico border ahead of an expected migrant surge following the end of coronavirus pandemic-era restrictions, according to four administration officials.
Check your ticket: $3 million lottery ticket sold in New Mexico
263 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Lottery has announced a winning ticket of $3 million from the Mega Millions Lottery. This is the second-largest Mega Millions prize to be won in New Mexico.
Groups criticize governor’s climate vetoes
312 Views KC Counts talks with Lucas Herndon about the measures vetoed his group and others think would make meaningful climate progress.
S Jerrick Reed II Meets With Media After Being Picked No. 198 Overall In The 2023 NFL Draft
269 Views Seattle Seahawks’ No. 198 overall pick, safety Jerrick Reed II out of the University of New Mexico, speaks to the Seattle media after his selection during Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Sentencing for teen who threw baby in dumpster
298 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Alexis Avila is scheduled to be sentenced Monday, May 1, 2023, for throwing her baby into a Hobbs dumpster in January 2022. She faces a maximum of 18 years after a jury found her guilty of child abuse resulting in great bodily harm and attempted first-degree murder.
