Early morning winter blast hits New Mexico
342 Views A wintry blast of weather blew through the state early Wednesday morning bringing strong winds and even snow to some parts. The snow was concentrated in the northern and western area of New Mexico, but the strongest wind gusts were seen along Interstate 40 in the northern part of the states.
Power partially restored as Los Alamos experiences outage, downed trees
612 Views LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities reports that power has been partially restored after experiencing an outage throughout Los Alamos on Wednesday morning. The county states that linemen are on patrol as they work to restore power and warns residents that trees are down in Los Alamos […]
New Taos Ski Valley avalanche dog carries legacy of avalanche victim
724 Views TAOS, N.M. – The family of a 22-year-old-man who died from an avalanche in Taos launched a foundation to fund avalanche search-and-rescue dogs. Now, the Taos Ski Valley has a new four-legged savior on the slopes: Finn.
Las Cruces Public Schools Seeks To Encourage Greater Gender Inclusivity
464 Views Las Cruces Public Schools is taking steps toward greater gender inclusivity—seeking to implement new policy to prevent discrimination. LCPS Deputy Superintendent Wendi Miller-Tomlinson presented the proposed policy to the board of education for a second reading, describing how it will better support student safety, well-being and success.
NM-set movie about missing and murdered Indigenous women to premiere at Las Cruces film festival
528 Views NEW MEXICO – A new movie years in the making and shot in New Mexico will play at the Las Cruces International Film Festival. Sapphire Persinger plays Star, the lead role in “Whispers in the Wind,” a film bringing attention to missing and murdered Indigenous women.
Democrats advance congressional district map overhaul in New Mexico
452 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democratic legislators have advanced a plan to overhaul New Mexico’s three-seat congressional map and reshape a southern district traditionally dominated by Republicans.
NMDOT prepared to tackle winter storm
462 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — NMDOT is ready to combat the winter storm heading towards parts of New Mexico. They said they are fully staff and have plenty of supplies to clear out roadways.
Holly Holm, humbled, surprised by International Hall of Fame selection
390 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Holly Holm didn’t see it coming. In her sport that could cost you a trip to the canvas. In this case, it is all love. The former world champion boxer and current MMA fighter said she was surprised upon learning that she was a part of the class of 2022, […]
Why Christmas trees will be more expensive, harder to find this season
468 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – If you’re looking for a Christmas tree this year expect to pay more. Nationwide, shoppers are seeing higher prices and the price-hike is being felt in Albuquerque. For many, getting a real tree for Christmas is its own gift. “The smell, the feel, there’s nothing like a real tree in your […]
New Mexico residents fight for change as drug overdoses continue to rise
407 Views Methamphetamine and fentanyl are driving the increase of deadly overdoses in New Mexico, contributing to 78% of overdose deaths last year. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Leaders in Albuquerque are calling for change when it comes to drugs and addiction. On Monday, community members participated in a forum focusing on the epidemic in New Mexico. The event […]
