Amber Alert continues for missing Albuquerque child

11 Views   Authorities are currently looking for 10-year-old Carlos Hernandez from Albuquerque ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — An Amber Alert continues for a missing 10-year-old boy from Albuquerque. Carlos Hernandez, 10, was reportedly taken by 39-year-old Angelique Sanchez, who is identified as his non-custodial mother by state police.

New Mexico preparing for Supreme Court ruling on homeless camping in public spaces

12 Views   ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The U.S. Supreme Court appears to be leaning towards a crackdown on homeless camps. Legal experts KRQE News 13 spoke to say this decision could change how the state approaches homelessness moving forward. Depending on how the court rules, it could be left up to each state on how […]

New Mexico high schools finding success in esports

5 Views   ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The state esports championships is quickly becoming one of the NMAA’s biggest events of the year. Gamers from across the state compete in multiple games, including Madden NFL, NBA 2K, Rocket League, League of Legends, Hearthstone, Super Smash Bros, Super Mario Kart and Splatoon.

Mesilla Valley farmers adapt amidst drought in the Southwest

4 Views   The Rio Grande is once again flowing down from Colorado through Southern New Mexico. But the water currently running is destined for use in Mexico and Texas, while New Mexico’s irrigation season won’t begin until June, as announced by the Elephant Butte Irrigation District.

New Mexico Earthships provide sustainable way of living

8 Views   Invented in New Mexico in the 70s, an Earthship is built using natural and recycled materials, and they continue to provide a sustainable way of living. Old tires, glass bottles and aluminum cans: These are the three essential materials used to create the foundation of the homes called Earthships or what founder Mike […]

Registration open for Bernalillo County virtual job fair

7 Views   ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is hosting a virtual job fair. It’s happening April 24 in the afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The community can explore job opportunities and speak with hiring managers through text, chat, and video-chat. Officials are looking for help with Human Resources, Youth Services Center, Community […]

The impact of social media use on college student mental health

10 Views   Nine University of New Mexico students reported various effects to an anonymous survey conducted by the Daily Lobo on social media use and mental health. Whether these effects are negative or positive could depend on how people use social media, according to a UNM psychology professor.

FEMA names new director of Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Claims Office

5 Views   LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – FEMA selected a new director to lead operations at the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Claims Office in New Mexico and the Stafford Act wildfire disaster recovery operations based in Santa Fe. Jay Mitchell will be tasked with making sure those who were impacted by the fire have their […]