KRQE Newsfeed: Police car crash, Santa Fe crash update, Warm temperatures and rain, Weed killer update, Aggie Innovation Space
'Rust' trailer released more than three years after fatal on-set shooting
New law giving bicyclists more freedom through intersections begins soon in New Mexico
Have you seen this vehicle? Bicyclist injured during hit-and-run in Española
Hazmat crew cleans up diesel fuel spill in southwest Albuquerque
Laser technology helps discover previously unknown road at Chaco Culture National Historical Park
[1] VIDEO: Stolen vehicle driver totals APD vehicle in crash with officer – The Albuquerque Police Department has released video of a crash invovling one of their officers. APD officers were in the area of Wyoming and Copper Tuesday night looking for a stolen vehicle. New video shows a police unit approaching the intersection on a green light when it was struck by the stolen car running the red light. Police have identified the driver as 39-year-old Andrew Sandoval, who was out of jail on probation following a buglary charge.
[2] Driver of Santa Fe city vehicle hits and kills person sitting on bench – Santa Fe Police are identifying the man killed by a city employee earlier this week. Police say the victim, 75-year-old Harley Smit,h was waiting at a bus stop on Tuesday when he was hit by a vehicle driven by a city employee. The driver told police he accidentally backed up over the median at Santa Fe Place Mall, striking and killing Smith.
[3] Few thunderstorms and warm temperatures expected for parts of New Mexico – Clouds are on the increase in Southern New Mexico with light rain showers, while they're not reaching the ground for most, are also falling part while moving to north because of dry air, but everywhere else north of I-40 is starting off mostly clear from clouds with light winds with even drier air with a few areas in the Rio Grande Valley to the south are experiencing one of the mildest mornings on this day in history; while northerly to westerly winds that are descending down the Sangre de Cristo Mountains are also providing a milder start compared to areas in the Western Mountains, the Four Corners, and the Northern Mountains, which are starting off mostly near or below the freezing mark.
[4] Bernalillo County votes on update to glyphosate policy – After it was banned for six years over health concerns, Bernalillo County is once again allowing a weed-killing ingredient to be used in certain instances. On Tuesday, the county commissioners approved changes to its policy on glyphosate, which is used in products like Roundup. For the next year, the ingredient can be used in areas where weeds have become hard to manage. However, Glyphosate remains off-limits where other weed control methods can be used.
[5] NMSU breaks ground on expansion for Aggie Innovation Space – Some new technology will be available to students and faculty at New Mexico State University. Thursday, organizers broke ground on the expansion of the Aggie Innovation Space, which will house two metal 3D printers, each worth a quarter of a million dollars. College leadership said this technology puts NMSU well above other universities.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Yahoo
APD hosts training session to recruit more women into the department
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Historically, jobs in law enforcement have been considered male-dominated, which is why the 'Women In Blue' over at APD are encouraging other women in the community to grab a seat at the table. They hope to inspire the next generation of female officers. Twenty years ago, Lt. Jennifer Garcia left her former career as a counselor to become a police officer when there weren't many opportunities for women. 'We need to have a seat at the table,' shared Garcia. It took decades for women to have the ability to move up the ranks and take on the same roles as their male counterparts, which has deterred women from seeing themselves in those positions. 'We don't have any problem recruiting male applicants, but sometimes female applicants are a little more apprehensive,' explained APD Sgt. Chermain Carter. APD: K-9 killed by 'friendly' fire during SWAT standoff According to the National Policing Institute, 50 years ago, there were fewer than a thousand female police officers. Fast forward to today, in 2025, there are about 13% or 96,000 women. APD is hoping to change that narrative in the metro. 'In today's world, women are moving into more non-traditional female jobs, occupations, and we definitely want to see that continue,' said Garcia. Saturday's Women In Blue event was all about inspiring and recruiting future female officers. Participants received first-hand knowledge about the job, the application, and the recruitment process from current female officers. And their physical capabilities were put to the test for the job. VIDEO: Surveillance video captures crash involving off-duty APD officer that severely injured man 'The event is intended to leave them walking away with a sense of newfound strength, and maybe they could surprise themselves with what they can do physically. That's what we are hoping that get out of it,' shared Carter. Over the years, events like this have helped boost female recruitment by 18% withinthe Albuquerque Police Department. To learn more about employment opportunities, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Yahoo
Kimberly Beth Wygant Kimberly Beth Wygant of Albuquerque, NM
Jun. 7—Kimberly Beth Wygant Kimberly Beth Wygant of Albuquerque, NM succumbed to complications associated with an ongoing illness on June 1, 2025. Kimberly attended Las Cruces High School and NMSU graduating both. Her work as a Paralegal was rewarding and afforded her the opportunity to serve her community. She is survived by mother, brother, and dear friend. If you knew Kim through work or fellowship please send a note in kind to Please visit our online guest book for Kimberly at
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Suspects charged for stealing over $3K of items in Austin, Buda: APD
The Brief Two people were arrested and charged for stealing items totaling over $3,000 APD officials conducted a "shoplifting blitz" in the Lakeline Mall area Additional charges are pending AUSTIN, Texas - Two people were arrested following a shopping blitz by the Austin Police Department. In total, over $3,000 worth of items were stolen from various stores. Officials conducted a "shoplifting blitz" operation in the Lakeline Mall area. This operation was conducted as an ongoing effort to help local retailers to stop shoplifting. The backstory On Tuesday, June 3, around 12:50 p.m., officers responded to a report at Kohl's, at 11111 Lakeline Blvd., regarding two people who were removing security tags and unpaid hiding merch while in the store. When officers arrived, they spoke with store employees, who told them the suspects hid several items in reusable shopping bags and a woman's purse. Officers then found the suspects as they left the store with the stolen items. The suspects got into a black Tesla with the stolen merch and were then taken into custody. About $1,600 worth of merch was stolen from Kohl's. They also found several other stolen items worth around $2,000 that were taken from H-E-B and Home Depot on the same day. There were even stolen items from a Walmart in Buda a few days prior. Officers also found evidence of identity theft and fraud, as well as meth. Ada Johnson was charged with theft with two prior convictions and unlawful possession of a controlled substance. Daryl Johnson was charged with theft. Additional charges are pending for both suspects. Anyone with any information may submit a tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting or by calling 512-472-8477. The Source Information from the Austin Police Department
