Federal officials plan to announce 2024 cuts along the Colorado River. Here’s what to expect
601 Views WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials this week are expected to ease water cuts for 2024 under a slightly improved outlook for the Colorado River’s health, though long-term challenges remain. The river provides water for seven U.S. states, 29 Native American tribes and two states in Mexico. It also supports a multibillion-dollar farm industry […]
Report reveals new details in deadly crash that killed NM Marine
481 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A new report shows what went wrong during a military training exercise that killed five people, including a young man from New Mexico. Instead of celebrating his birthday with him this weekend, his family is visiting his grave.
Monsoon moisture continues to surge across New Mexico Monday
412 Views A backdoor cold front is moving across the state early this morning, bringing gusty winds across the Rio Grande Valley. A Wind Advisory is in effect until 9 AM with gusts potentially up to 50 mph. There’s already been a bit of rain over the metro early this morning, with hit or miss […]
El Paso utility declares drought emergency for next year and more
692 Views Utility declares drought emergency for next year, THC vapes a felony for kids in Texas, and cancer treatment center gifted $25 million by local survivor.
Tech industry investing in New Mexico for the future
585 Views Overall, experts believe the state is heading in the right direction and have high hopes for our future, which could bring more jobs, more industry, and more money to our communities ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — “The tech industry is growing, and it is picking up and returning post-covid,” CEO Alan Stein of Kamida Careers […]
Board of Regents approve RPSP requests
363 Views Passed unanimously, University of New Mexico President Garnett Stokes presented the Legislative Research and Public Service Projects Funding requests for FY 2024 – 2025 to the Board of Regents at their meeting on Thursday, Aug. 10. The largest RPSP request for 2025 was $11,941,700 for athletics to improve student-athlete welfare, recruitment and “enhancing […]
Digital literacy a big need in southern Doña Ana County, report says
423 Views SUNLAND PARK – When the pandemic first hit and students were forced to learn remotely, the depth of a digital divide in southern Doña Ana County quickly became apparent, as parents and other caregivers struggled to help their kids both access high-speed internet and navigate the online realm.
Big changes for New Mexico’s new 2023 school year
334 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Tens of thousands of kids are rushing back into school classrooms across the state this month, with Albuquerque and Rio Rancho ringing in the new school year last Thursday. The new school year also comes with a long list of changes being felt statewide.
Police issue traffic guidance for Biden’s visit to Albuquerque
543 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Albuquerque Police Department is warning the public about likely traffic delays during President Joe Biden’s visit to the city on Tuesday and Wednesday. According to APD, drivers are advised to avoid I-25 south of I-40 and I-40 west of the Big-I on Tuesday afternoon, as well as Wednesday morning. […]
President Biden arrives in New Mexico today
303 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — President Joe Biden is expected to arrive in New Mexico this afternoon. President Biden will attend a private campaign reception in Albuquerque on Tuesday evening.