Hikers lost near Sandia Peak found, treated for hypothermia
1,020 Views   How to move them from remote mountain location is next challenge BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. — Four hikers whose location on Sandia Mountain was not known for hours on Wednesday have been found, but getting them safely moved from where they are has yet to be determined.
Proposed state budget includes millions for water projects
1,069 Views   SANTA FE, N.M. — It’s the “year of water” at the New Mexico State Capitol. That’s according to some state lawmakers who believe the state Legislature is taking a more serious look at decreasing water supplies across the state.
$959 million tax proposal progresses through roundhouse
1,004 Views   If it passes — $300 tax rebates will go to single filers. Married couples filing jointly will receive $600. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A $959 million tax package proposal passed the House and Revenue committee Monday. House Bill 547, sponsored by the chairman of the New Mexico House & Revenue Tax Committee Rep. Derrick Lente, […]
New Mexico Legislature votes to block local abortion bans
866 Views   SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — An initiative that would shore up abortion access in New Mexico amid a flurry of local anti-abortion ordinances cleared a last major hurdle on Tuesday with state Senate approval.
Gun regulation has been a hot topic at the Roundhouse
683 Views   NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – There are only ten days left in the state legislative session. As we close in on the last-minute scramble to pass bills for this year’s session, we take a look at one of the major themes that lawmakers have focused on: guns.
Safety precautions El Paso Electric customers can take during high winds
910 Views   The windy season is upon us in the Borderland, with heavy winds causing damage that includes power outages in the area. Scott Brocato spoke with Omar Gallegos, vice-president of transmission and distribution with El Paso Electric, about what they’ve had to deal with and what customers can do during high wind events.
Stokes highlights University achievements in broad strokes during State of the University Address
954 Views   This past Wednesday, March 1, University of New Mexico President Garnett Stokes delivered the State of the University address during her sixth year in office. The speech highlighted achievements by the University over the past year, and its plans for future projects and goals. However, it failed to touch on several other events […]
2023 Basketball Bracket Challenge
1,009 Views   Enter KRQE’s Basketball Challenge for your chance to win a $500 Visa Gift Card! This contest is sponsored by the New Mexico Lottery, Christus St. Vincent, Bernalillo County Public Works, Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, and Santa Ana Star Casino.
Paid medical leave bill passes Senate, heads to House
678 Views   SANTA FE, N.M. — At the Roundhouse this weekend, state senators spent several hours picking apart and amending the Paid Family & Medical Leave Act. Senate Bill 11 wants to follow nearly a dozen other states in creating a state-run family and medical leave program.
Three people missing from Gallup
546 Views   Man, woman and 1-year-old girl last seen Feb. 25 GALLUP, N.M. — New Mexico State Police are looking for help to find two adults and a one-year-old child. The Missing Endangered Person Advisory lists Brian Johnson, 35; Taylor Milford, 28, and Anika Johnson, 1, who were last seen on Feb. 25. Officials say they […]
