Bill to increase oil and gas royalty rate moves forward

543 Views   SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A massive portion of New Mexico’s state finances come from fees, taxes, and royalties on the oil and gas industry. A bill to increase some royalty rates is making progress at the Roundhouse.

Explosive found at Deming probation office; public asked to avoid the area

644 Views   DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – The Deming Police Department announced that an “explosive device” was found at the probation office located at 920 S. Silver Ave. on Monday, Jan. 22, at 8:40 a.m. The department says there may be a second device nearby and is advising the public to avoid the area.

New Mexico House Republicans push to limit governor’s emergency powers

628 Views   SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – House Republicans are pushing a bill to curb the governor’s executive authority on declaring an emergency. The legislation would establish constitutional language that ends a state of emergency after 90 days unless lawmakers reconvene and vote to extend it. That would require a three-fifths majority to pass.

Daughter of former GOP senator launches Senate run in New Mexico

618 Views   The daughter of New Mexico’s last Republican senator is making a run for her father’s old seat — raising GOP hopes that they can expand their Senate map. Nella Domenici, a former chief financial officer of Bridgewater Associates, will launch a campaign Wednesday against Democratic Sen. Martin Heinrich.

JT Toppin named MW Freshman of the Week for a 5th time this season

555 Views   ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – UNM Men’s Basketball forward, JT Toppin has been named Mountain West Freshman of the Week. This marks the 5th time this season that Toppin has earned this honor after helping the Lobos earn a win over No. 19 San Diego State. Toppin is now the first player to win […]

Tax prep, help offered at Santa Fe

432 Views   SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – If you’re looking for guidance with your taxes, Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will be offering help for a few months. On SFCC’s main campus (located at 6401 Richards Ave, Santa Fe) from January 29 to April 15, the community can receive help […]

Lawmaker files bill aimed at preventing hazing at higher education institutions in New Mexico

585 Views   NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Following recent news that three former New Mexico State University students are facing hazing allegations, some lawmakers are pushing for more transparency. A bill that would require all universities, colleges, and other postsecondary education schools in New Mexico to report hazing violations was filed by Sen. Harold Pope (D-Abq.).