Monday morning is off to a cold and clear start. Temperatures are below freezing in much of northern and west-central New Mexico, so be sure to bundle up! Temperatures are even cool in central New Mexico and the Metro, where they have dropped into the low 40s. Forecast Continues Below News: Albuquerque grandmother speaks out about shooting intruder in her home Trending: Atrisco Heritage High School employees placed on leave after prom controversy Events: What’s happening around New Mexico April 26-May 2 New Mexico: Bison moved from Yellowstone to Taos Pueblo It will be a warmer, mild after ..read more

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man who served nearly a decade in prison for his role in the murder of a 7-Eleven employee about 12 years ago is back in jail after he violated his probation. Julian Deherrera was part of an armed robbery at the 7-Eleven on Central and University that turned deadly when one of his accomplices, Eloy Aguilar, shot and killed 36-year-old Chad Mercer, who was working there at the time. Deherrera pleaded guilty to armed robbery and conspiracy a decade ago and was sentenced to 14 years behind bars. After serving nine years, Deherrera got out in January of last year ..read more

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A local nonprofit honored the veterans in the community and the dogs by their side. Paws and Stripes hosted the 10th Celebration of Heroes Graduation and Gala this weekend at the Sheraton Uptown in Albuquerque. Story continues below News: Albuquerque grandmother speaks out about shooting intruder in her home Trending: Atrisco Heritage High School employees placed on leave after prom controversy Events: What’s happening around New Mexico April 26-May 2 New Mexico: Bison moved from Yellowstone to Taos Pueblo The event honored the veteran and service dog teams ..read more

We have seen a much quieter day across the state today with a couple of spotty showers developing across northern New Mexico, along with a couple light showers across south-central New Mexico as well. Heading through the late evening and overnight, skies will continue to clear across the state. Temperatures started a warming trend this afternoon that will continue through the middle of the workweek. Drier conditions unfortunately will move in for the majority of the week, bringing back a fire threat mid week. The second half of the week will see a brief dip in temperatures with our next chance ..read more

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is requiring new mandates after Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (HPAI) H5N1 was discovered in dairy cattle. On April 29, a Federal Order is going into effect to try and reduce the spread of the avian flu. The order will encompass the following things: For lactating dairy cattle - Prior to interstate movement, dairy cattle are required to receive a negative test for Influenza A virus at an approved National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) laboratory Owners of herds in which dairy cattle test positive for i ..read more

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The East Mountain Baseball Team hosted a pivotal game on Saturday against NMMI. The two teams are battling at the top of the 3A District 4/5, and after sweeping a doubleheader, East Mountain now takes over the top of the district with an 8-1 record ..read more

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Rather than celebrating Cinco de Mayo with drinks, dancing, and food, the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) gave the community a more active way to celebrate a week early and all for a good cause. The cultural center and run-fit hosted the annual Cinco de Mayo run morning, where runners could participate in a 5K run or walk, a 10K run or walk, or even a KidsK for the younger participants ..read more

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The National Hispanic Cultural Center held its second annual health fair on Sunday. The free event provided health care services, resources, and education to the community. All attendees to the Día de Salud Health Fair had access to screenings like blood pressure checks, glucose screenings, and immunizations ..read more

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Sunday was South Valley Pride Day, giving people in the area plenty of reason to celebrate The celebration closed a stretch of Isleta Boulevard for a parade; those who attended were able to grab some classic South Valley food from trucks, enjoy cultural performances from several dance and cheer teams, and enjoy music from an Atrisco Heritage Academy High School student mariachi band ..read more

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) -- A Marion man accused in the March 15 killing of New Mexico State Police Officer Justin Hare will go to trial this summer, according to federal court records. Jaremy Smith, 33, pleaded not guilty on April 18 to charges including carjacking resulting in death, causing death by the discharge of a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence, kidnapping resulting in death and interstate transport of a stolen vehicle. Jury selection and a potential start to the trial is slated for June 10 at the Pete V. Domenici United States Courthouse in Albuquerque ..read more