Los Alamos community honors victims of WW2 atomic bombings in Japan - Albuquerque news - NewsLocker (2025)

LOS ALAMOS, N.M.(KRQE) –The Manhattan Project National Park in Los Alamos held a day of peace and remembrance for the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombs dropped on Japan during World War 2. The Manhattan Project was a top-secret government program where the United States rushed to develop the world's first atomic weapons before Nazi Germany.Santa Fe National Forest expands Scan & Pay Sites in JemezOn August 6 and 9, 1945, the U.S. dropped two atomic bombs on Hiroshima an

'God of Carnage' depicts complexity of communication at Vortex Theater

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – When a fight breaks out between two boys, can their parents be the voice of reason? Or is fighting just human nature?The play, God of Carnage, tries to show the answer to these questions. It's running at the Albuquerque Vortex Theater from August 9 to 25.The play has two sets of actors, and two of them spoke about the show. Yanning Morin and Wendy Barker explained the play is a breakdown of civility and displays how once-calm interactions can turn into somet

Kevin Sullivan, known for his time with World Championship Wrestling, dead at 74

(WGHP) – Kevin Sullivan, a professional wrestler best known for his time with World Championship Wrestling, has died at the age of 74, World Wrestling Entertainment reported Friday morning.Sullivan, also known for a time as The Taskmaster, frequently played the heel against such wrestlers as Hulk Hogan, Dusty Rhodes and Chris Benoit. He was also a WCW World Tag Team Champion.Kevin Sullivan (R) is pictured with wrestling personality Nancy Toffoloni (later Benoit) in 1984. (Getty Images)
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APS school supply drive benefits students, teachers

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is hosting its annual APS school drive with its partners over at the Corporate Volunteer Council of New Mexico. Through the One Albuquerque Fund donation site, the city will again collect donations for the drive through August 16 in order to reach the city's goal of raising $3,000.Nonprofit & Philanthropy Coordinator for the City of Albuquerque Mariah Harrison says they're accepting donations of all kinds. "For an average school y

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'Waxing the City' event benefits APS students

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Waxing the City is hosting its first-ever "End of Summer Beauty Cawl," bringing different beauty services to the public, all for a good cause. The crawl benefits APS students with critical needs.Owner Jessica Carothers says the event is one-of-a-kind. "So people can go from room to room to experience different complimentary beauty services. We're going to have complimentary eyebrow waxing, waxing demos; our sister company Blo Blowdry Bar will be there doing

How to watch the Perseid meteor shower this weekend

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — The Perseid meteor shower is a weeks-long, fireball-filled event that happens annually.
This year, the meteor shower's peak will take place on Sunday night.
If you want to catch a glimpse, there are a few things you should know if you plan to get the best possible view.The Perseid meteor shower is seen over the Ulanbum grassland in Chifeng city, Inner Mongolia, China, August 14, 2023. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)What time will the Perseid meteor

Rapper Travis Scott arrested at Paris hotel after altercation with security guard, prosecutors say

PARIS (AP) — RapperTravis Scottwas arrested at a Paris hotel after an altercation with a security guard, French prosecutors said Friday.The arrest occurred after police were called to the Georges V hotel early Friday to arrest a man “nicknamed Travis Scott for violence against a security guard,” according to a statement from the Paris public prosecutor's office.The hotel security guard had intervened in an altercation between the rapper and his own bodyguard, the st

‘There's always a way here at FedEx': Notably happy employee wants to spread joy through each print and package

LUBBOCK, Texas -- Walking into the FedEx off of 82nd Street and Quaker Avenue, employee Mark Bearden’s voice is unmistakable. It’s filled with infectious joy as he greets each customer with a wide smile. After all, they’re his favorite part of his job.“My favorite thing to do is to make sure to help every customer – make sure they're taken care of,” Bearden said.The simple act of printing paper or packaging a box brings gratitude to Bearden. He’s just ha

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Plane carrying Carolina Panthers players runs off taxiway at Charlotte airport

CHARLOTTE (WJZY) – A Delta plane carrying players for the Carolina Panthers ran off the tarmac shortly after touching down at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in North Carolina, according to sources for Nexstar's WJZY.
The team was heading home from their game against the New England Patriots on Thursday. The flight, which departed from Rhode Island, landed without incident at CLT early on Friday morning, but ran off the tarmac while taxiing.
Delta, in a statement, said it

Police release bodycam footage from Trump shooting in Pennsylvania

Video above contains previously released images from the Trump rally shooting on July 13. Portions of the newly released police video can be viewed here. Viewer discretion is advised.(NewsNation) – Law enforcement has released body camera footage from local police responding to a shooter seconds before heopened fire on formerPresident Donald Trumpduring a campaign rally inPennsylvanialast month.The footage (portions of which can be viewed here) shows the

KRQE Newsfeed: Santa Fe police ID suspect, Grant program for downtown ABQ businesses, More rain ahead, Navajo Lake safety, Ex Novo brewery new location

Friday's Top StoriesWhat’s happening around New Mexico August 9-15Police service aides can enforce traffic citations in Rio RanchoNew Mexico gov. creates new government office to deal with housing crisisVIDEO: Deputies arrest Albuquerque men accused of drive-by shooting, causing crashAlbuquerque Animal Welfare joins nationwide ‘Clear the Shelters’ adoption eventDocumentary highlights New Mexicans among first women to serve in the Navy
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What's happening around New Mexico August 9-15

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from August 9-15.Albuquerque
August 9 Albuquerque BioPark Family Picnic Night – Guests can enjoy food, activities, and live music throughout the night. There will be six different stages set up, each showcasing local bands.August 9-10 The Show – Albuquerque's longest-running comedy show happens every Friday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $12.August 10 Montgomery Pool Doggy Paddle - Albuquerque Parks an

Woman dies after becoming entangled in baggage conveyor at Chicago's O'Hare airport: officials

CHICAGO (WGN) — A woman died Thursday after getting trapped in machinery at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport."They had someone try to go up the bag conveyor belt, and they got stuck and entangled themselves," an official can be heard relaying to the Chicago Fire Department in an audio clip obtained by Nexstar's WGN.Authorities with the CFD responded to O'Hare's Terminal 5 around 7:30 a.m. on a call of an unresponsive female. Surveillance video from earlier that morning showed the wom

Chi Chi Rodriguez, Hall of Fame golfer known for showmanship and charity work, dies at 88

(AP) – Juan “Chi Chi” Rodriguez, a Hall of Fame golfer whoseantics on the greensand inspiring life story made him among the sport’s most popular players during a long professional career, died Thursday. He was 88.Rodriguez's death was announced by Carmelo Javier Ríos, a senator in Rodriguez’s native Puerto Rico. He didn't provide a cause of death.“Chi Chi Rodriguez’s passion for charity and outreach was surpassed only by his incredible

Albuquerque Animal Welfare joins nationwide 'Clear the Shelters' adoption event

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –The Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is taking part in the nationwide "Clear the Shelters" adoption event. From August 10 to September 10, city shelters will be waiving adoption fees. The adoption event will take place at the Eastside and Westside shelters, and Lucky Paws located in Coronado Mall.
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Ex Novo Brewing Co. opens downtown Albuquerque location

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE)– A brewery is bringing new life to downtown Albuquerque. Thursday, Ex Novo Brewing held a soft opening for its new location on the corner of Seventh Street and Central Avenue. The historic Firestone Building on Route 66 is now home to the new taproom, restaurant, and beer garden as part of an ongoing effort to revitalize downtown.New Mexico State Fairannounces official beer for 2024The Corrales company received a $75,000 grant from the city to fund

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – Inclement weather is only beginning to wind down for some areas that got hit hard with stormy weather yesterday with relatively damp air left over this morning as a result. Along with plenty of clouds blanketing the northwestern two-thirds of the region isolated strong thunderstorms are moving east-northeast from Wagon Mound to Clovis, showers with periodic rumbles of thunder are also moving east-northeast in the northern tier of our viewing area, and hit-or-miss s

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – Inclement weather is only beginning to wind down for some areas that got hit hard with stormy weather yesterday with relatively damp air leftover this morning as a result. Along with plenty of clouds blanketing the northwestern two-thirds of the region, isolated strong thunderstorms are moving east-northeast from Wagon Mound to Clovis, showers with periodic rumbles of thunder are also moving east-northeast in the northern tier of our viewing area, and hit-or-miss s

Documentary highlights New Mexicans among first women to serve in the Navy

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – At Brookdale Valencia Senior Living facility in Southeast Albuquerque are some of the bravest women of their generation. "She saw the recruiting posters for the WAVES and she was very patriotic and wanted some adventure, so she signed up and went to Washington D.C.," said Linda Blanchard.
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Local leader calls for increased law enforcement presence at Navajo Lake

SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M.(KRQE) –After a drowning at one of New Mexico's largest lakes, one commissioner is urging the state to do more to save lives.Story continues below
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Federal grant could provide $50M for Albuquerque's International District

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development will provide the City of Albuquerque's International District with millions of dollars if they devise a plan to revitalize the area. The city has two years to create a strategy to develop the neighborhood by improving and creating more public housing.Advertising once again allowed on Albuquerque city buses"The idea of this planning grant is to develop a plan around housing, the neighborhood, and t

New Mexico gov. creates new government office to deal with housing crisis

SANTA FE, N.M.(KRQE) –State leaders are trying to address the housing and homelessness crisis in New Mexico through a new branch of the Governor's Office. It aims to increase the number of homes and apartment units across the state.Story continues below
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Lingering showers overnight

Showers and storms have developed once again across the state bringing Flash Flood Warnings for many locales. A High Wind Warning was issued for the Albuquerque Metro this evening as a strong outflow boundary moved through, brining strong wind gusts and blowing dust which led to some limited visibility. Some showers and storms will be sticking around through the overnight hours.Another push of moisture will move west across New Mexico Friday morning. This will again set the stage for more widesp

Police service aids can enforce traffic citations in Rio Rancho

RIO RANCHO, N.M.(KRQE) – The Rio Rancho mayor and city councilors unanimously approved an ordinance for public service aides to dish out parking tickets and other traffic citations. They can now enforce parking tickets and registration for Rio Rancho residents.Disaster recovery center moving to Mescalero Community CenterA spokesperson for the Rio Rancho Police Department said the new law will lighten the load for officers to protect the public from more serious offenses. "The traffic

Police service aides can enforce traffic citations in Rio Rancho

RIO RANCHO, N.M.(KRQE) – The Rio Rancho mayor and city councilors unanimously approved an ordinance for public service aides to dish out parking tickets and other traffic citations. They can now enforce parking tickets and registration for Rio Rancho residents.Disaster recovery center moving to Mescalero Community CenterA spokesperson for the Rio Rancho Police Department said the new law will lighten the load for officers to protect the public from more serious offenses. "The traffic

Disaster recovery center moving to Mescalero Community Center

RUIDOSO, N.M.(KRQE) –The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center at the Mescalero library is ceasing operations. The disaster resource center will now be located at the Mescalero Community Center(108 Central Ave., Mescalero, NM) and will open on Saturday.First ever ‘Baby Bonds’ in New Mexico awarded to 15 childrenIt will be run by New Mexico's Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Case managers will be on-site to assist residents with recovery from recent

APD retired police horse 'Max' dies at 23-years-old

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The Albquerque Police Department's retired police horse "Max" has died. APD Police Chief Harold Medina said Max was 23 years old. The department said he served for roughly 20 years and is credited with beginning the careers of many horse-mounted unit officers.City of Albuquerque grant program looks to help businesses combat crimeAPD said Max was one of their smartest horses and put smiles on thousands of faces. APD's Mounted Patrol has 12 horses.

Roswell Coyotes enter season with unfinished business

ROSWELL, N.M.(KRQE) – The Roswell Coyotes finished the 2023 regular season as the top ranked team in class 5A, 12 wins and an appearance in the state championship game. The year ended on a sour note, and the program remains motivated to bring the blue trophy back home."We didn't win the 13th. We knew we were capable of winning that game you know for whatever reason the football gods didn't go with us that day but it had motivated us," said head coach Jeff Lynn."We know what it's like

Lopez ready for 'war' with Leo

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Fight week continues ahead of Saturday night's IBF world featherweight championship bout between Angelo Leo and Venado Lopez. A press conference was held at the Albuquerque convention center on Thursday and Lopez was confident that he will take out Leo early, despite it being a war."If we can end the fight early, we’ll do that," said Lopez. "Either way, I’m coming back home as a world champion.”"I have 24 fights under my belt. I've heard th

Albuquerque woman's body found in the Grand Canyon

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –An Albuquerque woman's body has been recovered after a days-long search in the Grand Canyon. The National Parks Service identified her as 20-year-old Leticia Castillo. They believe she entered the canyon on Saturday. Her body was found on Tuesday, 150 feet below the rim of the canyon.VIDEO: Deputies arrest Albuquerque men accused of drive-by shooting, causing crashAn investigation is being conducted by the National Park Service and the Coconino County