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Albuquerque Mother Charged After 10-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Teen
World
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A 10-year-old boy fatally shot his 16-year-old neighbor during a Halloween dispute over loud music in Albuquerque. His mother, Elaina Gomez-Villeda, faces murder and other charges and was ordered held pending trial; her attorney argues she did not tell her son to shoot.
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Feds investigate two New Mexico districts’ gender policies
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The Education Department is investigating Albuquerque and Santa Fe public schools to determine whether policies about students’ gender identity and parental access to information violate federal privacy laws; the districts could face consequences if violations are found. The allegations are not established findings: Albuquerque schools say their practices comply with FERPA, while advocates argue that confidentiality can protect students in unsafe home environments.
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Cumulus cuts radio staff across markets
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Cumulus Media has begun another round of layoffs following its exit from Chapter 11 and acquisition by Alden Global Capital, affecting on-air talent and other staff in markets including Little Rock, Albuquerque, Houston, Nashville and Minneapolis. The total number of cuts and the company’s plans for affected stations remain unclear.
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Clint Black Plans 24-Date Country Tour
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Clint Black is taking his “Number 1s Live on Tour” across the country in 2027, revisiting his chart-topping hits and the ’90s country era. The tour includes stops in Albuquerque, Lubbock and Fayetteville, with additional performances announced at venues nationwide.
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Congress Probes Disturbing String Of Suicides At NSA, Cyber Command
Jillian Butler · 3 min · 3h
Albuquerque Rider Dies After Motorcycle Crashes Into Curb
Auto
— Oct 31, 2026
A motorcyclist died Friday evening in Albuquerque after losing control and crashing near Yale Boulevard and Lead Avenue Northeast. Police found no evidence of a second vehicle and are investigating the crash.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Mango Automotive Guides Albuquerque Drivers on EV and Hybrid Diagnostics
Auto
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The guides urge drivers to investigate shifting trouble and engine power loss with thorough diagnostics before replacing parts, while noting that EVs and hybrids need trained technicians and system-specific checks alongside routine maintenance. A Kia Sportage guide likewise recommends following model-specific service schedules, including regular oil changes, and notes the SUV’s seven-year, 100,000-mile warranty.
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Western Mexican Eateries Spotlight Tacos, Bakeries
Lifestyle
— 5d
Across the Southwest, food spots spotlight regional Mexican flavors and local history, from California goat tacos and handmade-tortilla Yucatecan pork tacos in Arizona to Idaho panaderías and an Albuquerque diner preserving its drive-in roots. Tempe has also gained a budget-friendly taco stop near Arizona State University.
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Albuquerque Mother Charged After Boy Allegedly Kills Teen
World
— Nov 1, 2026
A 10-year-old boy fatally shot a teenage neighbor during a fight over loud music outside an Albuquerque apartment complex. His mother, Elaina Gomez-Villeda, faces murder and other charges; authorities are weighing whether the boy can be charged, and an officer’s gunfire during the response is also under investigation.
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Bookstores preserve collections amid industry challenges
Lifestyle
— 6d
Albuquerque’s Bookish New and Used Book Store has opened with the 60,000-book collection from Under Charlie’s Covers, preserving a local bookstore while its new owner adds digital cataloging. Other accounts highlight the wider role of booksellers in preserving books and cultural heritage, even as independent and Black-owned bookstores face ongoing challenges.
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Minneapolis Narrowly Votes To Make Big Data Centers Buy Green Power
Minneapolis City Council members voted Thursday to keep new data centers inside existing downtown buildings, and larger ones would have to buy renewable power.
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Perez Retains IBF Flyweight Title, Defeats Rivera
Sports
— Nov 5, 2026
Abraham “Hammer” Perez dropped Yankiel Rivera in the second round and won a unanimous decision in Albuquerque, retaining his IBF Intercontinental flyweight title. Rivera mounted stretches of resistance, but Perez prevailed by wide margins on all three scorecards.
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Pluribus Season 2 reportedly set to film starting October 31 in Albuquerque
Vince Gilligan
— Oct 30, 2026
Apple TV’s sci-fi series Pluribus is reported to begin filming its second season in Albuquerque on Oct. 31, nearly a year after its debut. Vince Gilligan says the season is mapped out and its first two scripts are complete, but Apple has not announced a premiere date.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Albuquerque parents sentenced in murder and child overdose cases
World
— Oct 27, 2026
Albuquerque mother Gabriella Muniz was sentenced to 18 years in prison in the drug-related death of her 4-month-old son. Separately, Munah Green was sentenced to 11 years for directing her teenage son to shoot Richard Powell, while another Albuquerque couple faced sentencing after admitting responsibility for their one-year-old’s fatal drug overdose.
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Second Albuquerque Road-Rage Driver Held Pretrial
Auto
— Oct 29, 2026
Both drivers in Albuquerque’s viral August road-rage incident have been charged: Jenipher Lewis, accused of striking Robert Hagen’s truck with a bat, remains jailed before trial, while Hagen faces charges stemming from crashing into her SUV and leaving the scene. Hagen’s attorneys contest the charges, and Lewis’s lawyers say the case against him could support her bid for release.
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16-year-old arrested in fatal Albuquerque shooting
World
— Oct 28, 2026
A 20-year-old woman, Estreita Maes-Tapia, died after being shot in southwest Albuquerque near Gibson Boulevard and De Anza Drive. Police later arrested 16-year-old Nemecio Lopez, who was acquainted with her, and charged him with an open count of murder and shooting at or from a motor vehicle.
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The IEA Finds A Fragile, Waterborne Crude Surplus
David Blackmon · 5 min · 4h
Firefighters Rescue Dogs in California, New Mexico Fires
Weather
— Nov 2, 2026
Firefighters rescued dogs from two separate house fires: at least five dogs were saved from a Highgrove duplex blaze that destroyed both units and displaced nine people, with no injuries reported and the cause unknown. In Albuquerque, crews rescued three dogs from a fire contained to one room; investigators said an unattended candle caused the blaze, and no injuries were reported.
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What hobby should you actually pick up?
Quizie
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Not another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.
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Local Elections Spotlight Town Council Changes
Politics
— Nov 2, 2026
Local elections and transitions in municipal government are underway, with voters turning out in Maine and Florida and Albuquerque’s council weighing charter, zoning and development matters before Election Day. In British Columbia, communications experts urge newly elected officials to use consistent city channels rather than personally directing fixes, while China, Maine, reported an orderly voting process.
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New Mexico Paralegal Charged After Record Fentanyl Seizure
World
— Nov 3, 2026
A New Mexico Department of Justice paralegal, Angel Ramirez, faces federal drug-trafficking and firearms charges after agents say they found a record 43.75 kilograms of fentanyl powder, additional fentanyl, heroin, cash and about 29 guns at her Albuquerque home. Prosecutors allege she used her government position to lend legitimacy to a drug distribution operation; if convicted, she faces at least 15 years and up to life in prison.
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Mother Bear Dies During Albuquerque Capture, Cubs Rescued
Environment
— Oct 21, 2026
A mother bear died from injuries sustained during a capture operation at Albuquerque’s Tanoan golf course, while her two cubs were captured and relocated to habitat away from populated areas. Wildlife officials and experts said such operations carry risks and urged residents to secure food and other attractants as bear activity in New Mexico increases.
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Albuquerque bans crypto ATMs, orders removal
Finance
— Oct 22, 2026
Albuquerque has banned cryptocurrency ATMs and cashier-assisted crypto transactions, requiring kiosks to stop operating immediately and be removed by Dec. 5. The city says the measure targets scams that often exploit vulnerable residents; people may still own and transfer crypto through online exchanges and personal wallets, while violators face daily fines and possible license revocation.
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Pope Leo XIV returns to Peru where he served as archbishop
Pope Leo XIV has returned to Peru, where decades as a missionary and bishop—including eight years leading the church in Chiclayo—left a lasting impression. Peruvians recall his hands-on support during the pandemic and floods as he visits ci
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High School Playoffs Span Nevada, Pennsylvania and New Mexico
Sports
— Nov 1, 2026
Nevada high school football playoffs are underway, with statewide matchups listed, while New Mexico girls soccer quarterfinals produced dominant wins for Hope Christian and Los Alamos and narrow victories for La Cueva and Albuquerque High. In Western Pennsylvania, WPIAL soccer semifinal previews spotlight teams seeking championship berths, including Bentworth’s bid for a fourth straight title.
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Hockey Teams Pair Games With Trick-or-Treat Stations and Costume Contests
Sports
— Oct 28, 2026
Several hockey teams are turning Halloween into family nights, offering trick-or-treating, treat bags and costume activities alongside games in Salmon Arm, Albuquerque and Trenton. Trenton’s Ironhawks are also offering $13 tickets, T-shirt giveaways and costume contests for their Halloween home game against Adirondack.
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DEA Whistleblower Alleges Millions Fentanyl Pills Reached Streets
Politics
— Oct 29, 2026
DEA agent David Howell alleges the agency allowed fentanyl shipments to reach communities so investigators could build larger trafficking cases, despite the drug’s lethality; he says agents were reprimanded after seizing thousands of pills in Albuquerque. The DEA says its investigative decisions followed department guidance, while Howell’s allegations have prompted scrutiny amid New Mexico’s worsening fentanyl crisis.
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Chris Dalton
Reprimanding agents for seizing thousands of pills in Albuquerque shows the DEA's approach is putting communities in danger.
Severe Storms and Flooding Threaten New Mexico
Weather
— Oct 23, 2026
Severe thunderstorms are threatening New Mexico, with a watch covering much of the state and risks including damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain and isolated tornadoes. Warnings were issued for a storm near Albuquerque and a tornado-capable storm in Grant and Luna Counties; people in warning areas should seek shelter.
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Elena Vasquez
Folks in Grant and Luna Counties should stay alert for any rotation in those storms tonight.
US Ski Sales, Pass Offers Span Regions
Lifestyle
— Oct 27, 2026
Ski-season preparations are underway, with Blow Me Down Ski Trails keeping early-bird pass prices unchanged, Utah Olympic Park opening sales for its uphill passes, and Albuquerque’s annual ski swap raising funds for the volunteer Sandia Peak Ski Patrol. Scottsboro’s Unclaimed Baggage will also hold its 45th annual discounted ski-gear sale Nov. 7, featuring an expanded selection and giveaways.
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Microsoft Claims 36-Hour Tech Disruption Of Global Work Productivity Has Been Resolved
Spencer Lombardo · 2 min · 4h
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