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Toys for Tots drive in full swing

Kim Vallez — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:01:00 GMT

Major David Schneider discusses all aspect of the ongoing Toys for Tots drive, which bring Christmas to the state's children in need.

Johnson: Drug enforcement pricey waste

Kim Vallez — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:53:16 GMT

The Prohibition against drug use is causing more trouble and expense than the drug use itself, former Gov. Gary Johnson said in a live interview on KRQE News 13.

Heinrich: Insurance reform helps N.M.

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:20:30 GMT

Support for the "public option" in reforming health insurance grew as the House debate led to passage Saturday, and the same may happen in the Senate, Rep. Martin Heinrich said in a live interview on KRQE News 13.

Celebrity waiters fight Cystic Fibrosis

Bill Diven — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:36:06 GMT

The annual Celebrity Waiters Night will be held Nov. 7 to help raise money for the fight against Cystic Fibrosis, a disease that strikes children and significantly shortens their lives.

Blue Star Moms gathering troop treats

Kim Vallez — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:21:18 GMT

The Blue Star Mothers have set up a collection center for donations to holiday packages they're putting together for U.S. troops overseas.

LIHEAP heating bill assistance

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:23:22 GMT

Betina Gonzales McCracken with N.M. Human Services Department discusses the program to help people by their heating bills.

Mayor-elect scrutinizing City Hall

Bill Diven — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:15:07 GMT

His City Hall transition team is working its way through City Hall asking departments what they need to do their jobs better while looking for efficiencies that might avoid job cuts in a looming budget crunch, Albuquerque Mayor-elect Richard Berry said Monday in a live interview on KRQE News 13.

Expo showcases unique items and fixes

Kim Vallez — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:54:34 GMT

Celebrity speaker Joey Green discusses the upcoming Home and Lifestyle Expo in Albuquerque. For more information on the Expo call 796-0803.

DVM talks about high-elevation grazing

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:41:28 GMT

Veterinarian Dr. Tim Holt of Colorado State University discusses research in the Jemez Mountains into hypertension in cattle grazed at high elevations.

Investors still nervous as DJIA rises

Kim Vallez — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:13:33 GMT

Even with concerns about the economy the return of the Dow Jones Industrial Average above 10,000 suggests it may be time for investors to come out of hiding, an investment adviser said in a live interview on KRQE News 13.

Painful, pricey year for man hit by bus

Kim Holland — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:37:38 GMT

Bryan Bullock never saw the Albuquerque municipal bus that hit him as he walked in a downtown crosswalk, but he is all to aware of being left with pain and an pile of medical bills.

Berry victory unexpected, pundit says

Bill Diven — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:46:13 GMT

The political community expected a run off in the Albuquerque mayor's race, not Richard Berry's outright victory with 44 percent of the vote, political commentator Joe Monahan said in a live interview on KRQE News 13.

DOH explains swine flu vaccination plan

Bill Diven — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:17:14 GMT

With the first shipment of 12,000 doses of H1N1 swine flu vaccine expected to arrive this week the state Department of Health has a plan to set priorities for vaccinations as more supplies arrive, a DOH official told KRQE News 13.

Ski areas combine on deals

Mark Ronchetti — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:55:16 GMT

Several ski areas in Colorado and New Mexico have joined together on deals for the coming ski season, Greg Ralph of Colorado's Ski Monarch said in a live interview on KRQE News 13.

Youngsters focus of fire safety program

Bill Diven — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:10:44 GMT

For National Fire Prevention Month the Albuquerque Fire Marshal's Office is launching several programs to help kids stay safe.

Chris Riggi on GG Season 3

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:55:11 GMT

Learn a little bit more about new cast member, Chris Riggi.

Simple test spots prostate cancer early

Bill Diven — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 02:21:23 GMT

About 1,500 New Mexico men are diagnosed with prostate cancer although screening tests can detect the disease before symptoms appear, a University of New Mexico cancer specialist said.

Demand for homeless services grows

Bill Diven — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 02:34:02 GMT

The number of homeless adults and children showing up at Joy Junction on some nights is double what it used to be, the shelter's director said in advance of its annual fundraiser.

Bingaman talks about health care bill

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:49:18 GMT

Sen. Jeff Bingaman, part of the so-called Gang of Six aimed at coming up with a bipartisan health care reform bill, talks about the proposed bill presented Wednesday.

Chief Schultz on State Fair Safety

Kim Vallez — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 03:23:49 GMT

Albuquerque Police Chief Ray Schultz sits down with KRQE News 13 to talk about the department's plan for safety at the New Mexico State Fair. And Tag-Your-Tots

County expands drug-treatment resources

Kim Vallez — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:20:08 GMT

In a live interview Bernalillo County Commission Chairman Alan Armijo explains a new program called Metropolitan Assessment & Treatment Services to help treat people addicted to drugs and alcohol.

Heinrich previews Congress' return

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:46:41 GMT

Rep. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., talks about healthcare and other issues facing Congress when it resumes next week.

Santa Fe celebrates 400th anniversary

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:43:57 GMT

Santa Fe is getting ready to celebrate its 400th anniversary with more than a year of celebrations starting this weekend.

Q&A on Oct. 6 Albuquerque election

Bill Diven — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:19:41 GMT

With the Oct. 6 municipal election coming up and early voting about to start Albuquerque City Clerk Randy Autio has the answers on when and how to vote for mayor and city councilors.

Civic Plaza hosts N.M. Black Expo

Bill Diven — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:24:38 GMT

The annual New Mexico Black Expo this weekend showcases the African-American experience in the state but all promotes business, health and education, Dr. Harold Bailey said in a live interview on KRQE News 13.

Weak monsoon leaves state ripe for fire

Kim Vallez — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:10:29 GMT

With parts of California ablaze New Mexico State Forestry officials are urging caution with fire after spotty summer rains left many areas of the state tinder-dry.

Chile cheeseburger challenge issued

Bill Diven — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 04:29:24 GMT

The entry deadline is Friday for a last-minute addition to this year's New Mexico State Fair, a competition among restaurants for bragging rights over who makes the best green-chile cheeseburger.

UNM Cancer Center opens Monday

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:36:14 GMT

The state-of-the-art University of New Mexico Cancer Center opens its doors Monday. Dr. Richard Lauer talked about the grand opening on KRQE News 13 This Morning.

Drummer's mission aids injured veterans

Kim Vallez — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:03:09 GMT

Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen, in Albuquerque a concert performance, took time to talk about the car wreck that cost him his left arm and how that experience is now benefitting injured veterans.

Nearly 1,000 Albuquerque kids homeless

Kim Vallez — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 22:48:08 GMT

With a recent survey counting 930 kids age 6 and under as homeless in Albuquerque the child-services agency Cuidando los Niños has a plan to get them off the streets, its director Dr. Jaime Tamez said in a live interview on KRQE News 13.