Albuquerque man arrested after failing to show up for sentencing in two cases - Albuquerque news - NewsLocker (2024)

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – A man who didn't show up to be sentenced for shooting at people last year was arrested by agents with the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office. Kristopher Darling pled guilty to two incidents in April 2023 including one where he shot at a security guard.Police investigate deadly shooting in Northeast AlbuquerqueAccording to court records, he was seen urinating in the road that same month and fired two shots in the air after a driver honked at him.
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KRQE Newsfeed: Residents return, Shooting report, Higher temperatures, Illegal fireworks, Major milestone

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New ABQ billboard, parents warn public about dangers of fentanylNMSP: Man steals truck, Lincoln County deputy shoots at himRoswell man accused of murdering man at ex-girlfriend’s apartmentUNM student’s Zozobra design selected for advertisingLos Padillas Aquatic Center opens for summer of 2024Plane crash near Capitan kills pilot, airstrike team saysClimate protesters tackled after storming 18th green at PGA Tour eventA fire at a lithium battery factory in South Ko

Warmer temperatures and lower storm chances

Showers this morning are lingering across the state. However, it's a much calmer start than previous days. Despite some Monsoon showers in northern areas and thunderstorms developing from The Gila National Forest to near The Metro, hotter and drier air will reign supreme. Burn-scar areas with ongoing fires will deal with that fire threat before the chance for flash flooding later in the day with heavy rain possible.Temperatures continue to climb through the middle of next week, with highs back i

Less Storms with Fires 6-23-2024

Showers this morning are lingering across the state. However, it's a much calmer start than previous days. Despite some Monsoon showers in northern areas and thunderstorms developing from The Gila National Forest to near The Metro, hotter and drier air will reign supreme. Burn-scar areas with ongoing fires will deal with that fire threat before the chance for flash flooding later in the day with heavy rain possible.Temperatures continue to climb through the middle of next week, with highs back i

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New ABQ billboard, parents warn public about dangers of fentanyl

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – In a plea to communities across the state, a group of parents are trying to warn the public about the dangers of fentanyl in a unique way. It's a brand-new billboard off Paseo Del Norte, near Jefferson, it displays loved ones lost to fentanyl poisoning."I hope no other family has to suffer like we're suffering here," said one attendee during the Keep NM Alive event Sunday showing the billboard."All of them are beautiful people; their children were beautiful,

Ruidoso-area residents start heading home; officials warn of what lies ahead

RUIDOSO, N.M.(KRQE) –More evacuees were being allowed back inside specific areas near Ruidoso after they were forced to leave their homes behind.Residents said, even though they're scared to see what they're coming back to, they're eager to get home.As more restrictions are being lifted in the area of Ruidoso, people who were forced to evacuate are returning. Thousands fled to Roswell, and this weekend, some people living in specific areas were allowed to come back home.Hotsho

Plane crash near Capitan kills pilot, airstrike team says

CAPITAN, N.M.(KRQE) – Federal officials are investigating a plane crash that happened near Capitan.The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said the crash happened on Friday.The Coastal Airstrike Team, a group that provides aerial firefighting confirmed the plane was piloted by Ronald Patton. They also say Patton was not involved in the firefighting in the South Fork and Salt fires.Here’s how to donate to victims of fires in Ruidoso areaThe group said Patton was an expe

Federal trial pushed back for man accused in Clovis double murder

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The trial for a Texas man accused of killing two women in Clovis is being pushed back.Alek Collins is accused of murdering two women, shooting a five-year-old girl, and kidnapping an infant.Police said Collins was found with the infant in Abilene, Texas, a few days after taking her.NMSP: Man steals truck, Lincoln County deputy shoots at himHis trial was originally scheduled for next month, but federal court documents now say both sides agreed to push the tr

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ABQ BioPark elephant celebrates 50th birthday

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – One animal at the Albuquerque BioPark checked off a huge milestone on Sunday!Alice, the Asian Elephant, celebrated her 50th birthday, surpassing the median life expectancy.Her age is remarkable because most elephants only live to be about 48.How much money do you need to make to be in the top 5% in New Mexico?The elephants like to go on long walks around their habitat and partake in water aerobics, especially during the long, hot summer months.

Roswell man accused of murdering man at ex-girlfriend's apartment

ROSWELL, N.M.(KRQE) – A man has been charged with another man's murder, the Roswell Police Department (RPD) said.
Paul Ybarra-Romero, 40, of Roswell, is accused of killing Christopher Basrgas, 26, on Friday night. RPD said Bargas was at the apartment of Ybarra-Romero's ex-girlfriend when he was shot in the chest.
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Wildfire: Latest on South Fork Fire near Ruidoso; evacuations ordered
Wildfire: Latest on Salt Burn Fire on Mescalero Apache Reservation
Wildfire: New

UNM student's Zozobra design selected for advertising

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – A senior at UNM will have her work front and center for this year's Zozobra burning in Santa Fe.Jessica Knox created this poster, showing off the nine different variations of Zozobra throughout the years in honor of the 100th anniversary of the event."This year, since it's the 100th anniversary of Zozobra, I created nine distinctZozobra's from the decade'sproject, each representing a different era from Zozobra's history," Knox said.How muc

Local soap company holds vendor fair at Bataan Memorial Park

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Despite the rainy weather, Bataan Memorial Park was bursting with colorful displays of unique items on Sunday.Bubble Heart Soap Company, the event organizer for the fair, said the gathering was all about giving vendors a safe space to show off their one-of-a-kind pieces: all handmade and all local.New Mexico Corrections Department to launch tablets in prison facilitiesCarmelita Martinez, the company's owner, said there's a lot of talent in Albuquerque, and

Isolated showers and storms continue through the week

Showers and storms developed once again this evening across the state. However, it was much calmer than previous days. Flood Watches and Warnings have also been issued, especially across burn scar areas. Temperatures also climbed 5-10° across portions of the state compared to this time yesterday.
Temperatures continue to climb through the middle of next week, with highs back into the 90s and 100s for most of New Mexico. Very isolated storm chances will still be possible next week, with the d

CABQ reminds community of fire dangers as Independence Day rolls around

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is reminding residents about the dangers of illegal fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July.With the Bosque, Westside Open Space, and the Foothills, Albuquerque police and Albuquerque Fire Rescue said the city is at a constant threat of fires.3 deaths confirmed as Ruidoso officials prepare to let some locals backJust last year, AFR responded to 140 outside fires and four structure fires around the holiday.The agencies remind residents

Rail Yards Market celebrates Pride as June nears end

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The Rail Yards Market took some time to celebrate Pride Month this weekend as it nears its end.The officials with the market said they like to celebrate Pride every year to help welcome diversity.Story continues below
Wildfire: Latest on South Fork Fire near Ruidoso; evacuations ordered
Wildfire: Latest on Salt Burn Fire on Mescalero Apache Reservation
Wildfire: New Mexico governor declares state of emergency, gives update on South Fork and Salt firesWildfir

Los Padillas Aquatic Center opens for summer of 2024

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M.(KRQE) -- It's been a long wait for residents in the southwest part of the city, but now, the final county pool is officially open and ready to help cool people down this summer.The pool at the Los Padillas Aquatic Center opened for the summer season on Sunday. The pool delayed opening after the pipes needed some work done. Mechanical issues were discovered during that work and delayed the opening even more. Finally, though, the community can visit the pool.How much

3 deaths confirmed as Ruidoso officials prepare to let some locals back

RUIDOSO, N.M.(KRQE) – Over the last week, wildfires have been affecting Lincoln County and the Mescalero Apache Tribe, prompting evacuations. On Monday, some Ruidoso residents will be allowed to return to their homes. However, there are zones that will not be accessible.
The Village of Ruidoso said there will be areas that are considered "NO ENTRY" zones as they could be crime scenes. Recovery efforts are still underway as there are people still unaccounted for.
"If you have previous

3 confirmed deaths as Ruidoso officials prepare to let some locals back

RUIDOSO, N.M.(KRQE) – Over the last week, wildfires have been affecting Lincoln County and the Mescalero Apache Tribe, prompting evacuations. On Monday, some Ruidoso residents will be allowed to return to their homes. However, there are zones that will not be accessible.
The Village of Ruidoso said there will be areas that are considered "NO ENTRY" zones as they could be crime scenes. Recovery efforts are still underway as there are people still unaccounted for.
"If you have previous

2 deaths confirmed as Ruidoso officials prepare to let some locals back

**Editor's Note: The Village of Ruidoso originally reported three deaths were confirmed, but later changed that number to two. The following article has been corrected to reflect this.**RUIDOSO, N.M.(KRQE) – Over the last week, wildfires have been affecting Lincoln County and the Mescalero Apache Tribe, prompting evacuations. On Monday, some Ruidoso residents will be allowed to return to their homes. However, there are zones that will not be accessible.
The Village of Ruidoso said th

Lincoln County, tribe residents can start applying for help after devastating wildfires

LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.(KRQE) – Community members who have been impacted by the South Fork Fire and the Salt Fire can apply for assistance from the government.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is offering assistance to households in the Mescalero Apache Tribe and Lincoln County. Residents do not need to return to their home, or hear from their insurance company, before applying for help.
Through FEMA, wildfire victims can secure help for immediate needs (like food, first a

Lincoln and Otero County, tribe residents can start applying for help after devastating wildfires

LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M.(KRQE) – Community members who have been impacted by the South Fork Fire, the Salt Fire, and burn scar flooding can apply for assistance from the government.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is offering assistance to households in the Mescalero Apache Tribe, Otero County, and Lincoln County. Residents do not need to return to their home, or hear from their insurance company, before applying for help.
Through FEMA, wildfire victims can secure help for

NM Forestry: Progress made in Ruidoso fires, hazards remain

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Progress continues to be made in containing the two major fires that have ravaged the Ruidoso and Mescalero Apache Reservation areas, but the area remains hazardous to both the public and firefighters who continue to battle the fires, according to the New Mexico Forestry Division.The South Fork Fire is now 31 percent contained as of Sunday morning, June 23, according to the NM Forestry Division, while the Salt Fire remains at 7 percent containment, same as Saturday.The S

People are buying records again. But will the vinyl revival last?

(KTLA) -- The kids thought they had it all figured out.You could access all your saved music and millions of other songs on a phone or digital device for eternity (or at least until the platform shuts down).It was so cool … until it wasn’t.Welcome to the vinyl revival,as it’s being called, where even the youngest kids have decided their grandparents had it right all along.Good old-fashioned analog LPs are back big time.The Recording Industry of America

Credit card debt is soaring, especially in these cities

(NEXSTAR) – Americans are falling behind on their credit card payments at a level not seen in more than a decade amid high interest rates and persistent inflation, but some cities have far higher average debts than others, a study found.Four of the five cities with the highest average household credit card debt are located in California, a study by finance site WalletHub found.3 signs it’s time to pause your credit card spendingUsing data from the Census Bureau, TransUnion and the F

Sunscreen vs. sunblock: What’s the difference, and which should you use?

(NEXSTAR) — Summer is officially upon us (the summer solstice fell on Thursday), and many of us have already been feeling the heat.If you’re among those who have been trapped in the heat dome, or just spending time in the sun recently, you may have found yourself at a beach, splash pad, park, or other outdoor space. Wherever you’ve been, you may have also found yourself applying a sun protectant.When it comes to picking a bottle or can of a sun protection product, you’ll

New abortion exception guidelines face criticism from attorneys

AUSTIN (Nexstar) - The Texas Medical Board unanimously approved new rules Friday morning providing additional guidance for thecirc*mstances in which doctorscan perform emergency abortions legally in the state.Amy and Steve Bresnan originally petitioned the Texas Medical Board to clarify the guidance. They said the approved guidelines don't do enough and are considering petitioning the board again.
"We are disappointed," Amy Bresnan said. "We don't think that doctors will feel any mor

'Parasite cleanse': Why experts are warning about this TikTok health trend

(NEXSTAR) – If talk of binders, wormwood and "scrubbing your gut microbiome" sound familiar, you may have seen one of the many TikTok videos promoting so-called "parasite cleanses."A common theme in these videos is the claim that parasites are virtually everywhere and you are likely to have one from either walking barefoot, eating produce, eating meat or hanging out with your pets – but experts say such cases are far more rare than TikTok "experts" would have you believe."It's unlike

Highest-rated things to do in New Mexico, according to Tripadvisor

(STACKER) - When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity'scharmingly dated websiteis a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal.

United pulls out win in 5th clean sheet of season

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – New Mexico United's defense, and Alex Tambakis, came through yet again. The black and yellow recorded its fifth clean sheet of the year on Saturday night in a 1-0 victory over visiting Colorado Springs.New Mexico's defense was tested early and often. While Colorado Springs was able to get a large number of shots off (16 in total), New Mexico never waivered and kept pushing through.United struggled to find offensive chances in the first half but started to ga

Temperatures heat back up with more moisture across the state

Isolated storms developed across New Mexico this afternoon and evening. Flash Flood Warnings and Flood Watches were also issued for many locals across the state. More isolated storms are expected to develop on Sunday as well. Still, these storms could produce locally heavy rainfall. Temperatures will be warming through the weekend too, back to around normal for this time of year on Sunday.Temperatures continue to climb through the middle of next week, with highs back into the 90s and 100s for mo