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6 hours ago
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New Mexico man convicted of raping woman in 2014 in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A New Mexico man is now convicted of raping a woman more than 10 years ago. The Bernalillo County District Attorney said that on May 6, 2014, Omar Navarro-Flores abducted a woman from a bus stop on Central Ave. and threw her in his car. NM man facing drug, murder charges after extradition The DA said he threatened that she would never see her children again unless she performed sexual acts. Flores then dropped her off at the Expo New Mexico fairgrounds, where security called police. Detectives said the victim wrote the license plate number on her wrist and gave that information to police. Days later, DNA linked Flores to this crime. Eleven years later, a jury convicted him of false imprisonment and criminal sexual contact. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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9 hours ago
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Pilots practice ahead of Kirtland Air Force Base's Air Fiesta this weekend
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Precision in the sky. That's the goal this weekend at Kirtland Air Force Base, as their popular Air Fiesta returns after a long hiatus. Story continues below Crime: Albuquerque business owner faces murder charge for shooting fleeing shoplifter News: Las Vegas deputy charged with aggravated battery and robbery Business: A downtown Albuquerque shoe shine parlor is still serving patrons after nearly a century Events: What's happening around New Mexico May 30-June 5? Kirtland Air Fiesta and more After six years, Kirtland Air Force Base's Air Fiesta is back, and on Friday, they were out practicing for this weekend's event. 'You want to make sure that you've got your tactics down pat. You want to make sure that you know your routine is tight because this is the first air show in six years. You don't want to go out there and disappoint. We want everything to be perfect. We want precision out there,' said Chief of Media at the Kirtland Air Force Base Public Affairs Office, Robert Smith. Base officials said this weekend's event was two years in the making, and although the fiesta hasn't happened in six years, they hope, after this year, to make it every two to three years: a chance for the general public to see the Air Force in action. 'Not everybody gets to see these things on a day-to-day basis,' said Smith. From cargo planes to vintage planes, visitors can get an up-close look at powerful aircraft on the ground and in the sky. Smith added, 'For those of us on Kirtland, you see some of the cargo aircraft, but we don't see these fighter aircraft every day.' With demonstrations of how the planes refuel mid-air and some big performances too, including the U.S. Army's parachute team, the Golden Knights. The event is free to the public. Gates open at 8 a.m. and the event runs until 5 p.m. Visitors are asked to go to one of the park and ride locations, including the Isleta Amphitheater and Gateway Center on Gibson. 'All you do is park there, we get you here, have a great time, and then we'll bus you right back,' said Smith. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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11 hours ago
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Applications open June 1 for New Mexico's ‘Teacher Loan Repayment Program'
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) — New Mexico teachers will be able to apply for up to $6,000 in student loan help starting on June 1. Last year, the 'Teacher Loan Repayment Program' helped over 800 teachers. This year, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham backed a $5 million funding increase for the program. Story continues below Crime: Albuquerque business owner faces murder charge for shooting fleeing shoplifter News: Las Vegas deputy charged with aggravated battery and robbery Business: A downtown Albuquerque shoe shine parlor is still serving patrons after nearly a century Events: What's happening around New Mexico May 30-June 5? Kirtland Air Fiesta and more 'The Teacher Loan Repayment Program is a vital investment in our educators and their future. By alleviating the burden of student loan debt, we are showing our teachers that we value their dedication to New Mexico's students and communities,' said Public Education Secretary Mariana D. Padilla. 'Since 2020, the program has provided debt relief to over 2,500 individuals, reflecting the state's commitment to attracting and retaining quality educators.' To be eligible, the teacher must be a US citizen, a New Mexico resident for 12 or more consecutive months, have a New Mexico teaching license, and have taught at least three years in the state. Priority is given to teachers in high-need positions, including those with endorsements and actively teaching in these areas: Bilingual education Early childhood education Special education Science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) Career technical education (CTE) In a low-performing school serving economically disadvantaged populations Awards from the program can be renewed for additional two-year cycles if the recipient continues fulfilling their teaching commitment. Teachers benefiting from the federal program can simultaneously benefit from this one as well. Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez had this to say about the program. 'The state's Teacher Loan Repayment Program works to alleviate the financial burden of student loan debt, allowing teachers to focus on what is most important – educating our children,' said Rodriguez. 'New Mexico is committed to helping educators by providing them with the support and respect they deserve as they teach the next generation of New Mexicans.' Program applications are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1. They can be completed electronically through the New Mexico Higher Education Department's website. Interested teachers can also email or call 1-800-279-9777. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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11 hours ago
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Japanese Garden at ABQ BioPark Botantic Garden closed through Tuesday
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Sasebo Japanese Garden at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden will be closed this weekend. The ABQ Biopark said starting Friday, the section of the garden will be closed to the public while crews install tracks for the new train system coming to the heritage farm. 'Pictures of Hope' exhibit featured at the Albuquerque Museum Construction is expected to wrap up on Tuesday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13 hours ago
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New interactive exhibit launches at New Mexico Museum of Space History
ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – A new interactive exhibit in New Mexico is helping people tap into the past and future of space. The 'Wall of Firsts' at the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo takes visitors on a journey through time using touchscreen technology created by Corrales-based company Ideum. A downtown Albuquerque shoe shine parlor is still serving patrons after nearly a century The exhibit follows a timeline starting when the man known as the father of modern rocketry moved to Roswell. 'We start with early rocketry, so 1900 is the earliest, so that's more of like Dr. Goddard and him coming up with liquid fuel propellant. And then we go into post-war, so 1946-55, that's when they building all the missiles and building that technology,' said Brianna Buller, curator supervisor at the New Mexico Museum of Space History. The exhibit also explores the Space Race, the Space Shuttle Era, the modern era, and the future of space. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
