Stephanie Chavez

Sep 27, 2024 | krqe.com | Allison Giron |Stephanie Chavez

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The History and Literary Arts Library at the National Hispanic Cultural Center keeps records of settlements in New Mexico that go back centuries. Since that time, a dialect of Spanish known as Traditional New Mexican, developed in relative isolation from the rest of the world. The diverse culture, rich history, and natural wonders are just a few of the things that make New Mexico so special.

Oct 20, 2023 | krqe.com | Stephanie Chavez |Isaac Cruz

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - A former church in the South Valley that once helped those struggling with drug addiction and homelessness is now being labeled a problem property. For more than a decade, the county has been trying to get the owners to clean it up. A mural of Jesus carrying a man on the side of the building on the corner of Old Coors and Bridge, is the only remaining sign of what the building used to be.

Oct 12, 2023 | krqe.com | Stephanie Chavez

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) - Election day is less than a month away, and the Rio Rancho School District is asking voters to approve a bond measure. If passed, the bond will give the district more than $80 million for major upgrades. The Rio Rancho School District is hoping to put more than $13 million towards safety and security upgrades on their campuses. Earlier this year, the district began using a new weapon detection system at Cleveland High School.

Oct 9, 2023 | krqe.com | Stephanie Chavez

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - New video shows shows an arrest that started with spike strips in an Albuquerque motel parking lot; that led to a suspect trying to escape, crashing into a truck and trying to carjack someone. On May 3, Albuquerque Police officers spotted a stolen Audi parked at the Motel 6 on Coors and Iliff. When officers tried making contact with 43-year-old Marco Tijerina, he sped off.

Sep 19, 2023 | krqe.com | Allison Giron |Stephanie Chavez

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - A New Mexico man's country music career is taking off. Frank Ray, a former Las Cruces Police Officer, is celebrating the release of his first full album which celebrates his Latin roots. A decade ago, Frank Gomez was serving as an officer for Las Cruces PD. He served 10 years as an officer. Latest Hispanic Heritage Stories In 2017, Gomez made a terrifying decision to end his career in law enforcement to pursue his passion for music.