UNM researchers study the impact of microplastics on humans

227 Views   ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Microplastics are microscopic plastic particles that you can’t see with the human eye. Researchers say they’re in our oceans, rivers, lakes, soil, and clouds. They’re in the air we breathe, the food we eat, and all throughout our bodies.

“The Most Important Gun Legislation in Decades” USAG

191 Views   US Senator Martin Heinrich of New Mexico was able to question the US attorney General Merrick Garland in a key hearing before the senate appropriations subcommittee on Commerce, justice, Science and Related agencies. Senator Heinrich wanted to know if the US Department of Justice was able to have further success with law enforcement […]

Amber Alert continues for missing Albuquerque child

407 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

160 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

180 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

200 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

177 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 […]