Solar factory expected to bring more than 900 jobs to Albuquerque - Albuquerque news - NewsLocker (2024)

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –A Delaware-based U.S. solar cell manufacturing company announced that it will build its new estimated 834,000-square-foot facility in Albuquerque. Ebron Solar will invest$942 million in New Mexico’s solar industry and create over 900 jobs with its expansion.“We have succeeded in making New Mexico a global center for advanced energy manufacturing,”Gov. Michelle Lujan Grishamstated in a news release. “Ebon Solar j

City of Albuquerque grant program looks to help businesses combat crime

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –In an effort to fight crime in downtown Albuquerque, the city is launching a program to keep a closer eye on the streets. The new program will install a new layer of security cameras for businesses. "We all spend a lot of money fixing broken glass and graffiti," says Dawn Vatoseow, Co-owner of Lindy's restaurant. Story continues below
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VIDEO: Deputies arrest Albuquerque men accused of drive-by shooting, causing crash

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –A drive-by shooting of a food truck quickly turned into a six-car accident last month in Albuquerque with the SUV that caused the accident racing away from the shooting scene.Story continues below
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Showers and storms continue across New Mexico

Showers and storms have developed once again across the state bringing Flash Flood Warnings for many locales. Through this evening, these showers will slowly become less widespread with some showers and storms sticking around through the overnight hours.Another push of moisture will move west across New Mexico Friday morning. This will again set the stage for more widespread to scattered showers and thunderstorms by Friday afternoon. There will once again be a threat of heavy rainfall, which cou

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First ever 'Baby Bonds' in New Mexico awarded to 15 children

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – 15 children received New Mexico's first 'Baby Bonds,' a.k.a. nest eggs that will grow over time, and allow those children to use that money for things like education and home ownership when they turn 18.
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Santa Fe County deputies arrest Colorado murder suspect

SANTA FE, N.M.(KRQE) – The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office on Friday arrested a man who was wanted for a deadly shooting in Colorado.Santa Fe residents on edge after 83-year-old man shot and killed outside Best BuyLarry Chavez, 33, was sought by the Alamosa Police Department inColoradoas a named suspect in the shooting death of a man on Aug. 1. He fled the area in the victim’s black 2021 Lincoln MKZ, according to the sheriff's office.Officials found Chavez w

Home security company ADT says cyber attackers stole customer info

(NEXSTAR) – Home security company ADT revealed that a recent cybersecurity incident exposed some customer information, according to a regulatory filing published Wednesday.ADT said that "unauthorized actors illegally accessed certain databases" of customer order information and stole some information that included email addresses, phone numbers and postal addresses.Hurricane Debby blew $1 million worth of cocaine onto Florida beachThe company said only a "small percentage" of its roughly

CrossFit Games competitor dies during swimming event at Texas lake

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — A competitor in the CrossFit Games has died while competing in a swimming event Thursday morning on a Texas lake.CrossFit CEO Don Faul said during a news conference that they were “deeply saddened” by the death of one of their athletes, and they were working with authorities on the investigation into the death.An official with the Fort Worth Fire Department said they got called out around 8 a.m. to assist police because there “was a participant in

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American Airlines flight diverted due to overflowing bathroom: FAA

NEW YORK (WPIX) – An American Airlines flight heading to Spain was diverted to John F. Kennedy International Airport on Wednesday due to an overflowing bathroom, according to the FAA.The flight departed from Dallas. It landed in New York around 10:30 p.m. after the crew reported the lavatory issue, per the FAA.The passengers were provided hotel accommodations in New York, according to American Airlines.“On Aug. 7, American Airlines flight 36 with service from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)

Stock market rebounds after tough start to the week

(The Hill) — The stock market surged Thursday following better-than-expected jobless claims that soothed recession fears sparked by last week’s weaker-than-expected jobs report.The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed with a gain of 683 points, or 1.8 percent, while the Nasdaq composite was up 2.9 percent. The S&P 500 gained 2.3 percent, its best day since November 2022, according to CNBC.First-time unemployment claims fell by 17,000 last week to 233,000, a small but encouraging s

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – The Santa National Forest is adding more sites to tourist areas where visitors can pay for their time in the parks through a QR code. Scan and pay sites were previously available at two campgrounds and now they're being added to Spanish Queen Picnic Area, Battle Ship Rock Picnic Area, and the Battleship Rock Trailhead in the Jemez Ranger District.Five delinquent property tax auctions scheduled in AugustSFNF is increasing fees at recreation sites in spring 2025. Th

New Mexico Medicaid seeks public input on plan to expand coverage

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) –New Mexico Medicaid is seeking public input on a plan to expand coverage to include more residents of the state.New Mexico’s Office of Housing seeks staff to help address growing unhoused populationThe “Medicaid Forward” plan described inHB 400 (2023)would expand Medicaid coverage for any state of New Mexico resident under the age of 65 who is not otherwise eligible for Medicaid and has a household income greater than 133%

New Mexico's Office of Housing seeks staff to help address growing unhoused population

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) –New Mexico's Office of Housing is looking to fill several positions, including the position of Director of Statewide Homelessness Initiatives. The newly created office aims to improve housing availability and affordability across the state.Santa Fe residents on edge after 83-year-old man shot and killed outside Best BuyThe office is also tasked with creating a coordinated response to the growing number of unhoused individuals.“There is no single way to

Five delinquent property tax auctions scheduled in August

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – TheNew Mexico Taxation and Revenue Departmentis holding delinquent property tax auctions in Roosevelt, De Baca, McKinley, Curry and Los Alamos counties.The state holds these auctions if it is unable to collect delinquent taxes.Auction dates and locations
Roosevelt County: 1 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, at 109 W. 1stSt. Suite 101-A, Portales.De Baca County: 9 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, at 248 E. Avenue C, Fort SumnerMcKinley County: 1

Asst. prosecutor for Ohio county fired after allegedly biting off finger in road rage fight

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – An assistant prosecutor in Ohio has been fired after allegedly biting off someone's finger in road rage incident.
Christopher Murray, an assistant prosecutor at the Green County Prosecutor's Office, was identified by police as a suspect who was arrested early on June 30 following allegations of that he attacked a motorist.Around 12:30 a.m. that morning, officers responded to the area of Woodman Drive overpass over State Route 35 on report of a fight, according to an i

WATCH: Florida deputy rescues missing 5-year-old found clinging to log in large pond

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – A Florida deputy is being hailed a hero after he rushed into a large pond to save a 5-year-old boy with autism who wandered away from home Tuesday night.The family of the boy called 911 shortly after 7:30 p.m., when they were alerted to the boy's disappearance via an alarm they had set on a second-story door. Upon arrival, began by searching the home but soon focused on nearby ponds and lakes in the Valmont Lane neighborhood after learning the boy was attracted to wate

HHS chief says extreme heat emerging as a public health crisis: 'Cannot be denied'

(The Hill) – Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerragave remarks in Phoenix Wednesday, acknowledging that a rise in temperatures has led to a "public health crisis."“Theclimate changethat we are experiencing cannot be denied. It has created, has led to a public health crisis,” he said during a press conference in Arizona, The Associated Press reported.Millions live in ‘urban heat islands.’ Are you one of them?His visit came as Arizona co

Disney to go after password sharing 'in earnest,' CEO warns

(NEXSTAR) — Still sharing a Disney+ or Hulu login with someone else? That may be short-lived, as Disney plans to crack down on password sharing "in earnest" next month.
This isn't exactly a surprise move by Disney.
The company announced late last summer that it planned to crack down on password sharing coming into 2024. At the time, coming off a second consecutive quarter of subscriber drop-off for Disney+, CEO Bob Iger called it a move to "drive monetization."Cash App settlement: Are you

Teen who pulled gun while fleeing police gets probation

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – A teenager who pulled a gun on police while fleeing arrest and was shot by officers, pleaded no no contest in court Thursday.Santa Fe residents on edge after 83-year-old man shot and killed outside Best BuyIn 2023, police responded to a call of an armed man in southeast Albuquerque accompanied by three others. Police say three suspects fled the scene, including 18-year-old Isaac Reyes. Police say Reyes pulled a handgun while running from officers, leading to

Heavy Rain coming to the northern mountains today

Scattered mountain storms will be seen today. Temperatures in southeast New Mexico stay above 100 Degrees.
More rainfall will be seen along the mountains this afternoon and through the evening. The heaviest rain will be concentrated in the northern mountains. Due to this heavy rainfall the National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon burn scar area through the evening of Thursday August 8th. A flood watch has not yet been issued for the Ruidoso burn scars. H

Heavy rain coming to parts of New Mexico Thursday

Scattered mountain storms will be seen today. Temperatures in southeast New Mexico stay above 100 Degrees.
More rainfall will be seen along the mountains this afternoon and through the evening. The heaviest rain will be concentrated in the northern mountains. Due to this heavy rainfall, the National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon burn scar area through the evening of Thursday, August 8. A flood watch has not yet been issued for the Ruidoso burn scars. H

Report details ways New Mexico can improve education for Native American students

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) – A new report from the New Mexico Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights highlights several issues with education and its impact on Native American students in the state.Investigation finds at least 973 Native American children died in US government boarding schoolsThe 11-member New Mexico Advisory Committee released the report on Aug. 7 after a series of public hearings with individuals, organizations, and professionals with specific knowledge o

La Niña is set to arrive later than expected: Here's when

(NEXSTAR) –La Niña watch is on, but the wait for her to arrive may be longer than initially anticipated.
When the Climate Prediction Center first issued a La Niña watch in June, the national meteorologists said the climate pattern was favored to take hold between July and September. That timeline has stretched out a bit, they said in an update issued Thursday.Now, La Niña isn't predicted to form until the fall, at some point between September and October.When wil

Starbucks announces Pumpkin Spice is back on shelves – and debuts new coffee flavor

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission.Details.Starbucks just dropped a brand new ‘Smoked Butterscotch’ coffee flavor for fallAs much as we all love to stop atStarbucksfor a little treat (particularly in the fall, when the coffee chain rolls out its best menu of the year, hands down), that can really add up in price. Starbucks drinks are a splurge, not an everyday expense. So when you need your daily pick-me-up, how about a fall-inspire

Controversial Marilyn Monroe statue in Palm Springs to be moved — again

(KTLA/NEXSTAR) – A 26-foot-tall Marilyn Monroe statue, modeled after one of her most famous scenes from "The Seven Year Itch," is set to be moved yet again after three years in Palm Springs, California — but this time it won't be going too far.The statue, "Forever Marilyn" by Seward Johnson, is currently located in the middle of the pedestrian-only road Museum Way, which is adjacent to downtown Palm Springs and is near the Palm Springs Art Museum. It's been there since June 2021, and

Albuquerque man avoids jail time with guilty plea for 4th DWI

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –Cody Bradley, 46, pleaded guilty on Thursday to his fourth DWI and will avoid jail time if he completes DWI Court.Pedestrian killed in crash on Albuquerque’s West SideAccording to a criminal complaint, Bradley was arrested for DWI after being found asleep behind the wheel of his parked car near Alameda and Ellison in Albuquerque. Bradley performed poorly on filed sobriety tests and blew over the legal limit. As part of the plea agreement, Bradley

Bat tests positive for rabies at Bandelier National Monument

LOS ALAMOS, N.M.(KRQE) – A bat found dead in the Bandelier National Monument tested positive for rabies, marking the first confirmed rabies case of the year for northern New Mexico.NM Department of Health reports first West Nile Virus infection of 2024The dead bat was found in the Cottonwood Picnic Area on July 7. Anyone who touched or had contact with any bat near the area in early July is encouraged to contact their healthcare provider or the New Mexico Department of Health. Also,

Jemez Historic Site celebrating Pueblo Independence Day

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –Jemez Historic Site is celebrating Pueblo Independence Day. The day commemorates the anniversary of the Pueblo Revolt in 1680 when Pueblo's joined one another to rebel against Spanish colonizers.Story continues below
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Massive deli meat recall linked to more listeria illnesses, deaths

(NEXSTAR) –Millions of pounds of meat have been recalled, dozens have been hospitalized and now three people are dead in a dangerous listeria outbreak.
The death toll rose last week as health officials continue to investigate the spread of the bacteria. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday that three deaths – one in Illinois, one in New Jersey and one in Virginia – are linked to the listeria outbreak.
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Law enforcement investigates after suspect dies during SWAT standoff

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The Multi-Agency Task Force is investigating after a suspect died while police were attempting to take the individual into custody during a SWAT standoff in Albuquerque.HVAC issues return at some Albuquerque schoolsAPD says individual had a felony warrant and a SWAT team was activated to a residence near 12th St. and Indian School Rd. to assist in taking the suspect into custody. The Multi-Agency Task Force is investigating a death by suicide.