New Mexico Lottery raises record $51 million for college scholarships - Albuquerque news - NewsLocker (2024)

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – New Mexico Lottery officials said they raised a record-breaking $51 million for college scholarships in the state topping last year's record of $50.5 million.UNM-Gallup gives local high school students hands-on experiences, kickstarting future careersTotal sales exceeded $170 million with scratchers, Powerball, and Mega Millions being the top sales products. Since they started the lottery scholarship, they have raised over $1 billion and have helped fund nearly 15

Heat continues with drier conditions

Heat blanketed the state yesterday with many locales reaching or breaking their record high temperature. A few showers moved across southwestern, western and northern New Mexico as well. Today will be a drier day with highs once again flirting or breaking record highs. Storms will be likely though in southern Colorado and far northern New Mexico.Record and near-record high temperatures will continue through at least the middle of the upcoming week as the monsoon high camps out over New Mexico. M

United sets single-season win record with 3 goal victory on Saturday

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – For the third time in seven days, New Mexico United scored three goals in a game. The latest instance came on Saturday night as the black and yellow took down visiting Monterey Bay FC 3-2. With the win, New Mexico now has 14 wins on the season, which is a new single-season record.
After a draw on Wednesday night and the "worst first half" of the season according to coach Quill, United came out with a fiery intensity on Saturday. Mukwelle Akale got the party

Albuquerque councilors focus on AI protection bill for city government

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –Two Albuquerque city councilors are introducing a bill on Monday that would help bring rules and regulations on best practices for using artificial intelligence (AI) in city government.With the growing AI technology comes increasing concerns about properly using it.“There's just a lot of unknowns right now. AI is moving very quickly,” said Albuquerque City Councilor Tammy Feibelkorn.Albuquerque leaders unveil new security plan for Old TownCouncilo

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Family sues plane company a year after fatal crash near Santa Fe

SANTA FE, N.M.(KRQE) – A little more than a year after a plane crashed into an unoccupied mobile home near Santa Fe, the family that owned the property is now taking the plane company, the Biplane Company, to court for negligence.Back in July of 2023, 72-year-old Randolph Sherman was expected to make a trip to California, after taking off from Santa Fe Airport just after 9 a.m. Sherman reported an engine failure a little more than one minute after takeoff and reported it to air traff

FEMA extends assistance deadline for Ruidoso wildfire victims

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – FEMA has extended its deadline for those affected by the South Fork and Salt Fires to apply for federal assistance.The agency originally had an August 19 deadline, but they have extended that day at the request of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.DoñaAnaCounty hires new County veterinarianIndividuals and families affected by the fires and subsequent floods can be eligible for rental assistance, temporary housing, repairs, property losses, and oth

1 person killed, 3 hurt in crash along NM 28 in Doña Ana County

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- One person was killed and three people injured in a crash Saturday afternoon, Aug. 17 that closed part of New Mexico Highway 28 for several hours.Doña Ana County Sheriff Kim Stewart confirmed that one person was killed and three people were hurt and transported with unknown injuries in a crash involving two SUVs.The crash happened along NM 28, which is the scenic backway between El Paso and Las Cruces, at Milepost 24 or Snow Road. The highway was closed for severa

Deming shooting injures three, police say

DEMING, N.M.(KRQE) – Multiple people are injured after a shooting incident. It happened in Deming, the police said.Deming Police Department said on Saturday, around 4 p.m., two people drove to a residence in the 1000 block of W. Birch Street. An "altercation" prompted gunfire, and three people were wounded.Suspect dies after SWAT callout near Downtown AlbuquerqueNo one has been identified, but the wounded parties were airlifted to Texas. Police said "no innocent" bystanders were inj

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Albuquerque Fire Rescue ambulance sent to sister city in Ukraine

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –A decommissioned ambulance from Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) has finally made its way to Ukraine.Back in May, the department announced they were donating the rescue truck to sister city Kharkiv, Ukraine. They originally planned to donate it several months before, but the Baltimore Bridge collapse delayed the process.Those in Ukraine expressed their gratitude for the truck as the country continues to be at war with Russia.Airman stationed at New Mexico

More Americans believe even moderate drinking is bad: Gallup survey

(NewsNation) —Nearly half of Americans now believe that moderate drinking, one or two alcoholic beverages a day, is bad for one’s health. But far more than half of younger adults believe it.“Americans’ attitudes about alcohol vary significantly by age, as young adults have become progressively more likely to say drinking is bad for one’s health,” said the news release from the research firm Gallup.65% of adults aged 18 to 34 say that any alcohol consumpt

'Unusual': Runaway research balloon from West Texas crashes in New Mexico

LUBBOCK, Texas (KLBK) -- Multiple volunteer fire departments responded to a "runaway research balloon" on Friday afternoon that was a possible danger to Bledsoe and Morton, according to the Whiteface Volunteer Fire Department.WVFD said crews were dispatched at 12:32 p.m.Documentary follows the life of former Albuquerque gang leaderAccording to WFVD, the research balloon was full of helium and nitrogen. The fire department explained neither are explosive, but could displace oxygen in a confined a

Hotter and drier weather continues across New Mexico

High pressure has built over New Mexico today. Some moisture trapped underneath the high has brought in isolated to scattered showers and storms, mainly along the central mountain chain and into western New Mexico. It was also an even hotter day with more record and near-record high temperatures. Sunday will be a drier day with highs once again flirting or breaking record highs. Storms will be likely though in southern Colorado and far northern New Mexico.Record and near-record high temperatures

Families cooldown thanks to Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department initiative

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department held another "Operation Cooldown" on Saturday at four parks.
The community could take part in the event at Redlands Park, Loma del Norte Park, Singing Arrow Park, or Dennis Chaves Park.Kids and their families could cool off in the sprinklers as the outdoor pool season is winding down.Wellness CNM holds community baby shower for expecting studentsThe city's pools have already switched over to fall and winter ho

Families cool down thanks to Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department initiative

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department held another "Operation Cooldown" on Saturday at four parks.
The community could take part in the event at Redlands Park, Loma del Norte Park, Singing Arrow Park, or Dennis Chaves Park.Kids and their families could cool off in the sprinklers as the outdoor pool season is winding down.Wellness CNM holds community baby shower for expecting studentsThe city's pools have already switched over to fall and winter ho

Wellness CNM holds community baby shower for expecting students

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Wellness CNM teamed up with two local sororities to host a community baby shower and diaper drive for first-time parents this weekend.The Wellness Department wants its students to be able to focus on their studies while on campus as the new parents are enrolled there.Animals from Asia highlighted at ABQ BioPark eventOrganizers said this event is to help alleviate some of the costs associated with childcare, like baby wipes and diapers. They also stated stud

Animals from Asia highlighted at ABQ BioPark event

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – This weekend, the ABQ BioPark hosted its Discover Asia Day, taking guests on a journey to discover the animals from the region.Volunteers for the zoo were at discovery stations dotted throughout the exhibit to help curious guests learn more about the variety of animals found on the Asian continent.ABQ BioPark mourns passing of African servalThere were also two training sessions for the elephants and the orangutans for guests to enjoy.

Airman stationed at New Mexico base dies

CURRY COUNTY, N.M.(KRQE) – The U.S. Department of Defense announced the death of one of their Airmen.
The man has been identified as 28-year-old Staff Sergeant Tristan Wright. He's from Florida but was assigned to the Canon Air Force Base in New Mexico.Scientist describes levels of plutonium near Los Alamos ‘alarmingly high’Wright died in a non-combat-related incident at an undisclosed location. The incident is under investigation.

SWAT called to area near Downtown Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department (APD) reported they are trying to arrest a suspect near Broadway and Lead.
APD said the suspect was armed and barricaded themself in a home in the area.
Police said there are reports the suspect fired at least once during a foot pursuit before entering the home. No injuries have been reported at this time.
SWAT officers have been called to negotiate with the suspect.
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Suspect shot, killed after SWAT callout near Downtown Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department (APD) reported they are trying to arrest a suspect near Broadway and Lead.
APD said the suspect was armed and barricaded themself in a home in the area.
Police said there are reports the suspect fired at least once during a foot pursuit before entering the home. SWAT officers were called to negotiate with the suspect.
At 7:06 p.m., APD stated the suspect was shot after they tried to negotiate. The incident is considered an offic

Suspect dies after SWAT callout near Downtown Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department (APD) reported they are trying to arrest a suspect near Broadway and Lead.
APD said the suspect was armed and barricaded themself in a home in the area.
Police said there are reports the suspect fired at least once during a foot pursuit before entering the home. SWAT officers were called to negotiate with the suspect.
At 7:06 p.m., APD stated the suspect was shot after they tried to negotiate. The incident is considered an offic

UNM Athletic Director Eddie Nuñez accepts job at University of Houston

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – There has been a shakeup in the UNM Athletic Department. The Lobos Athletic Director Eddie Nuñez, is leaving New Mexico for the University of Houston to become the Cougars Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, per the university.
Nuñez was hired by UNM in 2017. In his tenure with the Lobos, New Mexico has won a national championship, 22 conference titles, and made 53 NCAA tournament appearances across multiple sports.Story continues bel

COVID-19's summer surge shows no signs of slowing down

A surge in COVID-19 infections has swept the country this summer, upending travel plans and bringing fevers, coughs and general malaise. It shows no immediate sign of slowing.While most of the country and the federal government has put the pandemic in the rearview mirror, the virus is mutating and new variants emerging. Even though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) no longer tracks individual infection numbers, experts think it could be the biggest summe

DoñaAnaCounty hires new County veterinarian

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- DoñaAnaCountyhas hired a new County veterinarian after being without one, the County announced this week.DoñaAnaCounty announced that it has hired Dr. Zoann "Zoey" McKenzie as the newCountyveterinarian.
"TheCountywas without a dedicated veterinarian for an extended period, making this appointment a significant milestone in ensuring the health and well-being of animals across theCounty." Doña

Harris, Trump neck and neck in 4 critical swing states: Survey

(The Hill) — Vice President Harris is closing the gap with former President Trump in several key battleground states as the election inches closer, according to a new survey.The poll, published Saturday, from The New York Times/Siena College found Harris is leading Trump in Arizona (50 percent to 45 percent) and North Carolina (49 percent to 47 percent). The vice president's momentum has in recent weeks led her campaign to declare that the Tar Heel Sate, where Trump had built a solid lead

Why some NFL helmets may look different this season

(NEXSTAR) — NFL helmets have come a long way from the leather caps players wore in the league's younger days. You may notice the latest advancements while watching games this season.
We saw it for the first time last weekend as preseason games kicked off. You can see Pittsburgh Steelers offensive guard James Daniels sporting it — more specifically, the extra padding on his helmet — in the photo below.Pittsburgh Steelers guard James Daniels (78) runs onto the field before an NFL

Former DeSantis strategist working with Musk to organize voters for Trump

Ron DeSantis' senior political aides were gathered last year at the Florida governor's campaign headquarters, an office across the street from a Red Lobster on Tallahassee's north side, planning the announcement of his candidacy for president.Some wanted the Republican to go a baseball stadium in Tampa, nearwhere he grew up and starred in Little League, for what they hoped would be a photogenic rally with his young family. Campaign manager Generra Peck supported a different idea, according

California animal shelter hit with potentially deadly bacterial outbreak

(KTLA) -- A Los Angeles animal shelter is diverting pets to other facilities due to an outbreak of a highly contagious and potentially deadly respiratory illness, Streptococcus zooepidemicus, or strep zoo.Several dogs at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center have tested positive for the bacteria and are undergoing treatment, managers said.The symptoms of strep zoo are similar to Kennel Cough, with coughing, sneezing and nasal discharge. Veterinarians say it can lead to pneumonia and even death, es

Winning $1 million Mega Millions ticket sold in California

(KTLA) -- One lucky Southern Californian is the state’s newest lottery winner after numbers for the $464 million Mega Millions jackpot were drawn Friday night.The winning numbers were 22, 38, 48, 51, 61 and the Megaball number was 5. The Megaplier was 3X.One SoCal ticket matched five numbers and will take home $1,016,356. The winning ticket was sold at Pavilions Place supermarket located at 21181 Newport Coast Drive in Newport Beach.However, that ticket was not the grand prize winner as no

What causes people to experience road rage?

(NEXSTAR) — Drive long enough, and you will likely witness — or experience — road rage.A study published earlier this year found that 8 out of 10 drivers in the U.S. admitted to aggressive driving or having road rage, but what's behind the dangerous phenomenon?"When you're in your car, you're kind of anonymous, so there are fewer guardrails," Dr. Pauline Wallin, a clinical psychologist who specializes in anger issues including road rage, told Nexstar.Matthew Perry’s death

The NFL's new dynamic kickoff rule: What to know before the regular season starts

(NEXSTAR) – Scrambling to make sense of the NFL’s new dynamic kickoff rule?So are some of the pros.The new kickoff format, which goes into effect this season, was already on display during last week’s preseason games. And if those games were any indication, the NFL’s new rules will likely result in more kickoff returns and bigger plays — once everybody on the field has the rules down, of course.Perhaps as expected, the new format caused some confusion among players