Multiple wildfires near Ruidoso prompt evacuations
170 Views The South Fork Fire is burning immediately west of Ruidoso, and evacuations are underway for multiple communities in the area, including the Village of Ruidoso itself. According to officials, the size of the South Fork Fire is now an estimated 13,921 acres. The Salt Fire is also burning southwest of Ruidoso, and according […]
New Mexico officials visiting Clovis and Portales to help the public connect to resources
189 Views CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – Members of the state government are headed to Clovis and Portales to help locals connect with resources like Medicaid, unemployment services, and career counseling. The event, called “Cabinet in Your Community” is set for July 8 and July 9.
Latest: South Fork Fire and Salt Fire continue rapid growth; evacuations in place
171 Views RUIDOSO, N.M. — Evacuations remain in place for all of Ruidoso and the surrounding area as the South Fork Fire and the Salt Fire continue their rapid growth.
New Mexico auditor alleges taxpayer funds wasted by Environment Department
192 Views OSA states NMED upgraded airline seating from economy to business class totaling to nearly $30,000 for two seats to Sydney, Australia State Auditor Joesph Maestas sent NMED a letter alleging Cabinet Secretary James Kenney and its division director “misspent or misused public funds” on a trip to Sydney, Australia, to attend the Asia Pacific Hydrogen […]
Representative Gabe Vasquez speaks on veteran education bill and RECA expiration
175 Views This week, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez announced the introduction of the Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act, a bill aimed at increasing the yearly books and supply stipend for veterans pursuing higher education.
Cottonwood Creek Fire burns 40 acres in the Cibola National Forest
162 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Mt. Taylor Ranger District says the Cottonwood Creek Wildfire has burned about 40 acres in the Zuni Mountains. They say the cause is undetermined but that lightning was detected in the area.
New Mexico-born chef hopes to bring national attention to local cuisine
443 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Land of Enchantment has great food and one New Mexico-born chef wants to see local restaurants receive high honors. “My family’s been in New Mexico for a long time, somewhere between like the 11 and 13th generation,” Sean Sinclair said.
Trial for father charged under first ‘Bennie’s Law’ case set for Monday
149 Views “It’ll be interesting to see how they handle this trial, with the fact there is no gun, to show as evidence. The gun is still missing,” Maier told KOAT ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Video : 39-year-old William Brown is the first-ever to be charged under “Bennie’s Law” in the state of New Mexico. His trial begins on Monday, […]
The meaning behind the red hand symbol seen across the country and its tie to the MMIP crisis
173 Views The color red, often seen as a red hand painted over a person’s mouth, has become a symbol of the missing in New Mexico and across the U.S. This powerful protest symbol is a way for advocates and victims to give voice to the voiceless.
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich shares why he is running for another term
178 Views Democratic U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich stopped by the KRWG studios to discuss issues facing our country. He also shared why he is running for reelection.
