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17-Year-Old Entrepreneur Launches Pink Pour Coffee Trailer in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

17-Year-Old Entrepreneur Launches Pink Pour Coffee Trailer in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

17-Year-Old Entrepreneur Launches Pink Pour Coffee Trailer in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
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DEA tactic that let fentanyl flood the streets is being investigated by House Republicans

DEA tactic that let fentanyl flood the streets is being investigated by House Republicans

Republicans on the House Oversight Committee have launched an investigation into a controversial DEA strategy that allowed large fentanyl shipments to reach the streets
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KOB 4 News Serves as a Central Hub for Albuquerque Local News and Investigations

KOB 4 News Serves as a Central Hub for Albuquerque Local News and Investigations

KOB 4, a prominent broadcast journalism station in New Mexico, operates from its main studios and administrative offices located at 4 Broadcast Plaza SW, Albuquerque, NM 87104. This central location enables its field crews to quickly respond to breaking news events across the metropolitan area and the state. As the oldest television station in New Mexico, KOB 4 has a long-standing history of providing high-quality news coverage, emergency weather alerts, and investigative reporting to the Albuquerque-Santa Fe television market. The station has adapted to changes in the media landscape while maintaining its focus on serving local communities. Its operations near historic Old Town and the Rio Grande allow KOB 4 to deliver news that directly impacts residents throughout the High Desert region, covering everything from severe weather tracking over the Sandia Mountains to investigative reports on municipal issues.
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University of Utah Researchers Launch Study on Long-Term Health Effects of Nuclear Testing

University of Utah Researchers Launch Study on Long-Term Health Effects of Nuclear Testing

Researchers at the University of Utah have initiated a new study to investigate the long-term health impacts of radiation exposure from historical nuclear weapons testing. This research was spurred by the discovery of abnormally high levels of cesium in a bone fragment from Bonnie Despain, a 'downwinder' who grew up near the Nevada Test Site. Despain, whose mother is artist Cara Despain, lived approximately 130 miles east of the site where 100 atmospheric nuclear tests were conducted after World War II. While the link between radiation and certain health issues like cancer is established, this study aims to explore lesser-known long-term effects. The research team is actively seeking fingernail samples from individuals who resided in Utah, New Mexico, Nevada, or Arizona between 1951 and 1962 to gather a representative sample of 300 participants. Fingernail samples are preferred as they can be collected from living individuals and provide insights into past radiation exposure. The study is particularly inte...
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New Mexico Attorney General Sues Federal Government Over Fentanyl Tactics Records

New Mexico Attorney General Sues Federal Government Over Fentanyl Tactics Records

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice, seeking federal records related to allegations that Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents knowingly allowed fentanyl to enter the state. This action follows federal whistleblowers' reports in June detailing a controversial tactic known as 'fentanyl walking,' where agents monitored drug shipments without seizing them, hoping to apprehend higher-level traffickers. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed the state's intent to pursue civil damages from the federal government in response to these allegations. Torrez initially requested records in July, including DEA policies, communications between agents and prosecutors, and whistleblower complaints, but his request was denied in August, prompting the lawsuit.
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New Mexico House Republicans Urge Governor and Attorney General to Halt Firearm Waiting Period Enforcement After Federal Court Ruling

New Mexico House Republicans Urge Governor and Attorney General to Halt Firearm Waiting Period Enforcement After Federal Court Ruling

New Mexico House Republicans are calling on Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Attorney General Raúl Torrez to cease enforcement of the state's seven-day firearm waiting period. This demand follows a recent federal court ruling in the case of Ortega v. Lujan Grisham, where the Tenth Circuit found the waiting period to be in conflict with the Second Amendment. Subsequently, a district court issued a ruling blocking enforcement of the waiting period against the plaintiffs in the case. House Republican Leader Gail Armstrong emphasized that the constitutional issue identified by the courts should be recognized by the state administration, rather than requiring more law-abiding citizens to pursue legal action to protect their Second Amendment rights. The Republicans have sent a letter to the Governor and Attorney General, seeking clarification on the state's enforcement position and guidance for law enforcement, district attorneys, and firearm dealers across New Mexico.
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Rio Rancho Residents Challenge City's Use of Flock Safety Camera Network

Rio Rancho Residents Challenge City's Use of Flock Safety Camera Network

Four residents of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, have urged the city's governing body to discontinue its contract with Flock Safety, the vendor for the city's automated license plate reader (ALPR) network. The network, which has expanded to 19 cameras citywide, records every passing license plate. Residents argue that this constitutes warrantless mass surveillance and an infringement on privacy, with Joaquin Montoya of DeFlock New Mexico stating it creates a 'database of the innocent.' Matt Griffin called for more transparency regarding data access and storage, while Chris Adams expressed concern about building surveillance infrastructure that future governments could inherit. Another resident cited a Fourth Amendment violation. In response, Mayor Paul Wymer acknowledged the criticism but also noted receiving feedback from other residents who are content with the surveillance systems. Rio Rancho Police reported to councilors on August 18 that the cameras contributed to the recovery of 74 stolen vehicles, 50 stole...
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PNM Customers in Albuquerque Experience Widespread Power Outages Amid Record High Temperatures

PNM Customers in Albuquerque Experience Widespread Power Outages Amid Record High Temperatures

Hundreds of PNM customers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, experienced power outages over the weekend due to two separate incidents, coinciding with record-breaking August temperatures exceeding 90 degrees. On Sunday, over 150 customers in the Parkland Hills neighborhood, north of Albuquerque International Support, were affected. PNM crews were dispatched for repairs by 3:10 p.m., and power was restored by approximately 4:00 p.m., with an equipment issue identified as the cause by Spokesperson Eric Chavez. Earlier, on Saturday evening, a downed power line near the University of New Mexico impacted 582 customers. While most customers quickly had their power restored, at least one resident of Encino Terrace Apartments reported still being without power at 5:45 p.m. These outages occurred during what has been recorded as the hottest August in the city's history.
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Bernalillo County Commission Approves $1.2 Billion Tax Incentive for West Side Solar Project

Bernalillo County Commission Approves $1.2 Billion Tax Incentive for West Side Solar Project

Bernalillo County Commission Approves $1.2 Billion Tax Incentive for West Side Solar Project
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Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert Issued for Albuquerque, NM

Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert Issued for Albuquerque, NM

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert for Albuquerque, NM, and surrounding areas. These advisories highlight hazardous weather conditions expected to impact the region, including dangerously high temperatures and poor air quality. Additionally, a Hazardous Weather Outlook has been released, indicating potential risks for the upcoming days. Rainfall is forecasted for Thursday and Friday, but extreme heat is expected to persist into Saturday. The advisories are part of a broader alert system covering multiple locations in New Mexico, Arizona, Texas, and Colorado. Source time: not specified.
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Albuquerque Reports Good Air Quality and Low Pollen Count

Albuquerque Reports Good Air Quality and Low Pollen Count

The City of Albuquerque's Air Quality Program has released its daily air quality report for August 31, 2026. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is categorized as 'Good,' indicating minimal air pollution and no significant health concerns for the general population. Additionally, the pollen count for grass is reported to be low, which is favorable for individuals with pollen allergies. The report also notes that wood burning is not currently prohibited, but residents are encouraged to limit or avoid it to help maintain air quality. This update is part of the city's regular reporting, provided every Monday through Friday around 8 a.m. (Source time: not specified).
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Mogote Ridge Fire Update: 85 Acres, 0% Containment

Mogote Ridge Fire Update: 85 Acres, 0% Containment

Firefighters are actively working to suppress the Mogote Ridge Fire located between Canjilon and El Rito in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. The fire's size has been revised to 85 acres following improved mapping techniques, and containment remains at 0%. Crews are constructing control lines using hand tools and dozers to limit the fire's spread. Fire behavior has remained consistent, and suppression efforts are ongoing. This update highlights the continued challenges faced by firefighters in managing the blaze.