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Sacaton fire prompts Willow Creek evacuation prep
1+ hour, 49+ min ago (95+ words) Sacaton Fire in Gila National Forest prompts community to prepare for evacuation KOAT Search location by ZIP code Sacaton Fire in Gila National Forest prompts community to prepare for evacuation The Sacaton Fire in the Gila National Forest has prompted…...
US, Iran agree to continue discussions to end war following indirect talks in Qatar
5+ hour, 36+ min ago (467+ words) U. S. and Iranian representatives held separate meetings in Qatar to address ending the war, with the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear inspections among the critical points of contention. The United States and Iran agreed to continue working to permanently end the…...
Vehicle registration fees hiked July 1 and here's what you need to know
9+ hour, 42+ min ago (244+ words) An Albuquerque taxpayer watchdog group opposed the increase New Mexico residents are now facing a 25% car registration fee increase, effective July 1, with funds directed toward road and bridge repairs across the state. Pedro Pinto expressed his frustration outside the MVD…...
Where is the smoke in Albuquerque coming from?
5+ hour, 19+ min ago (68+ words) KOAT Search location by ZIP code Where is the smoke in Albuquerque coming from? Wildfires burning in southwest New Mexico are bringing smoke and haze to the Albuquerque metro. The smoke plume from the Sacaton Fire burning in the Gila…...
NMSU working to create disease-resistant green chile
3+ hour, 35+ min ago (168+ words) New Mexico State University is getting a $759, 000 grant to develop a disease-resistant green chile Researchers at New Mexico State University secured a $759, 000 federal grant to develop a new green chile variety that can withstand a destructive crop disease while remaining…...
Fireworks on Fourth of July can cause stress for pets, Albuquerque officials advise precautions
9+ hour, 44+ min ago (252+ words) Albuquerque Animal Welfare offers free microchipping and pet tags As Fourth of July fireworks light up the sky, Albuquerque Animal Welfare is urging pet owners to take steps to keep their animals safe and calm during the celebrations. Signs of…...
Take a Ride on Us offering safe rides for the Fourth of July
5+ hour, 46+ min ago (95+ words) The Take a Ride on Us program is offering discounted Uber rides for Albuquerque and Rio Rancho residents celebrating the Fourth of July The Take a Ride on Us program is offering safe and discounted Uber rides for the Fourth…...
Emergency drought and fire risk directive issued in Las Vegas
5+ hour, 56+ min ago (73+ words) The mayor of Las Vegas, New Mexico, signed an Emergency Drought and Fire Risk Directive. It comes as extreme drought and wildfire danger threaten the area. The order from Mayor David Romero strengthens enforcement of existing city ordinances and New…...
Mountainair considering temporary fireworks ban
6+ hour, 1+ min ago (94+ words) The town council in Mountainair will meet Thursday evening to consider a temporary ban on fireworks. If approved, the use of all fireworks within town limits will be prohibited. Anyone found violating the ban could face a fine or other…...
Watching for wildfire smoke and haze from Sacaton Fire burning in Southwest New Mexico
6+ hour, 17+ min ago (246+ words) KOAT Search location by ZIP code Watching for wildfire smoke and haze from Sacaton Fire burning in Southwest New Mexico Hotter and drier today, but still a few storms southeast and Red Flag Warnings issued for the northeast We could…...