High wind warnings across New Mexico Thursday
707 Views Red flag warnings will also be in effect starting Thursday morning. A high wind warning is in effect starting Thursday morning for central and eastern parts of New Mexico. The warning begins at 11 a.m., and wind gusts up to 70 mph are expected. Those winds could blow down trees and power lines, according […]
The smell of roasting green chile is now the official aroma of New Mexico
959 Views New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed a bill declaring the smell of green chile roasting in the fall as the official aroma of the state. The Governor signed Senate Bill 188 at Monte Vista Elementary School in Las Cruces. The bill was introduced by New Mexico Sen. Bill Soules, who said that the […]
Will New Mexico see a ‘sizzling’ spring and summer?
708 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico has been on a streak of above-normal temperatures. Will the summer of 2023 be the same? Last year was the 30th consecutive year of above-normal temperatures, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The average temperature throughout 2022 was 1.8 degrees above the 1901-2000 average, making 2022 the 17th […]
UFC fighter Holly Holm wins against Yana Santos
702 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – UFC fighter Holly Holm won her fight Saturday night. Afterward – while speaking to the media – she made some comments that are making headlines nationwide. The Albuquerque native decided to share her thoughts on young children being targeted.
New Mexico Game and Fish clarifies ‘bear hugger’ job opportunity
904 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish wants to clarify a social media job post they made earlier this month. The department’s post, looking for “professional bear huggers,” gained a lot of popularity. The department wants to clarify the position is actually for conservation officers.
Food is Hope at Casa de Peregrinos
902 Views Las Cruces, NM – On this edition of PUENTES a la comunidad, bridges to the community, host Emily Guerra spoke with Casa de Peregrinos Executive Director, Lorenzo Alba Jr., about recent cuts to the U.S. Government’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and its effects on the community and their local emergency food pantry.
‘Rust’ shooting prosecution faces another setback
923 Views On Monday, Judge Mary L. Marlowe Sommer ruled District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies cannot co-counsel the trial. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico’s criminal case against Alec Baldwin in the ‘Rust’ shooting faced another blow in court Monday. State District Judge Mary L. Marlowe Sommer ruled that District Attorney Mary Cormack-Altwies cannot co-counsel the case.
NMSU introduces new head coach for men’s basketball program
627 Views On Sunday, New Mexico State University held a press conference introducing the university’s new men’s basketball coach. During the press conference, the new head coach of the men’s basketball program Jason Hooten said that he’s happy to be inheriting the program.
Bill bringing New Mexico students healthy lunches awaits signature
915 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – There is a bill that would bring healthy meals to all students in New Mexico. It’s expected to be signed into law Monday.
Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire claims hotline now open
703 Views SANTA FE, N.M. — FEMA now has a hotline open for people to get various information about Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire claims and the agency’s claims office. Claims office team members will answer questions about office locations, office hours and general claims office and process information.
