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New Mexico News Insiders
New Mexico News Insiders is a weekly podcast hosted by Gabrielle Burkhart and Chris McKee of KRQE News 13 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We‘re taking listeners inside New Mexico’s news headlines with extended interviews, conversations and analysis.
Episodes
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New Mexico's Political Future: What's at Stake This Election?
New Mexico voters are making decisions that could shape the state's political future for years to come. What's at stake in the 2026 midterm election? Chris and…
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Who Should Lead New Mexico? Haaland & Hull Make Their Case
New Mexico's next governor will help shape the state's future. What would New Mexico's future look like under each candidate? Chris and Gabby host Democratic…
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Bear Encounters Are Up In New Mexico. Here's Why.
New Mexico is home to an estimated 9,000 black bears. This year, more of them are crossing paths with people. By early August, the New Mexico Department of…
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Who Gets Water When The Rio Grande Runs Dry?
The Rio Grande ran dry in parts of New Mexico once again this year, and water managers warn this could be a glimpse of more challenges ahead. Despite recent…
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Mayor Tim Keller's Third Term: What Changes Now?
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller won an unprecedented third consecutive term. But after eight years in office, what's different this time around? In this episode…
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Trinity Downwinders: The Fight That Took 80 Years
The 1945 Trinity nuclear test was conducted in southern New Mexico, but advocates argue its effects lingered long after the bomb detonated. For decades…
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Is Albuquerque's Water Supply In Trouble?
As the Rio Grande runs dry each year and concerns grow about how much water we're drawing from underground, how secure is Albuquerque's drinking water supply?…
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Rebuilding A Broken Justice System In McKinley County
For years, the McKinley County District Attorney's Office was plagued by allegations of misconduct, dropped criminal cases, and a growing backlog that raised…
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The Fall of Sheryl Williams Stapleton: Inside the Federal Trial
For more than two decades, Sheryl Williams Stapleton was a powerful force in New Mexico politics. She was the first African American woman elected to the state…
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'Walking' Fentanyl In Albuquerque: Who's Protecting New Mexicans?
There's no question that fentanyl is killing New Mexicans. But how is it getting onto our streets, and what can law enforcement do to stop it? Chris and Gabby…
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The Crypto ATM Debate: New Mexicans Losing Millions
Crypto or Bitcoin ATMs are everywhere, including laundromats and grocery stores across New Mexico. But as scammers increasingly use cryptocurrency to steal…
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The Guy Who Saved the Roswell Daily Record: 'Local News Isn't Dying'
A southeast New Mexico newspaper in operation for more than 120 years announced its sudden closure in July. But within days, a local publishing company stepped…
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Lights, Cameras...Slowdown? Inside New Mexico's Film Industry
For years, New Mexico has been the backdrop for thousands of movies and TV shows, attracting filmmakers while generating millions for the state's economy. But…
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New Mexico's Free Childcare Program: Is It Delivering?
When New Mexico became the first state in the nation to offer free childcare for families regardless of income, it made national headlines and sparked a major…
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Why Chef Marie Yniguez Is Closing 'My Moms' & Rising Costs For Local Restaurants
Chef Marie Yniguez has become one of New Mexico's most recognizable chefs, earning national attention through appearances on Chopped, Diners, Drive-Ins and…
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Reimagining High School In Albuquerque
High school is changing in Albuquerque. New Mexico's biggest school district, Albuquerque Public Schools, is expanding its Academies of Albuquerque initiative…
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Inside The DWI Corruption Scheme Wiretaps
What were officers saying when they thought no one was listening? Newly unsealed federal search warrants offer one of the clearest looks yet into the DWI…
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What's Ahead For New Mexico's Midterm Election
New Mexico's 2026 Midterm Election is taking shape, and the race for Governor is only part of the story. KRQE Political Analyst & UNM Political Science…
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The Screwworm Is Back: How New Mexico Is Preparing
The New World screwworm (NWS) was eradicated from the United States 60 years ago. So how did this flesh-eating parasite return? In early June, New Mexico…
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From FBI To City Hall: Albuquerque's New Public Safety Director
For years, Raul Bujanda led some of New Mexico's highest-profile federal investigations as the FBI's top official in Albuquerque. Now, he's stepping into a…
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Meet The New Police Chief In Albuquerque
Albuquerque has a new police chief hired from within the ranks. Chief Cecily Barker is the first woman to lead the department in APD's history, and has been a…
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How New Mexico Is Running Its Prison System
What does it take to run New Mexico's prison system? Chris and Gabby sit down with New Mexico Corrections Department Secretary Alisha Tafoya Lucero to discuss…
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Leading The Lobos: Garnett Stokes Reflects On Her UNM Legacy
After eight years leading the University of New Mexico, outgoing UNM President Garnett Stokes sits down with Chris and Gabby for an in-depth exit interview…
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Meet The Republicans Running For New Mexico Governor
New Mexico's race for governor is taking shape, and this election could look very different from past primaries. In this special primary election episode…
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Albuquerque's Route 66 Glow-Up: Art, Investment & Culture
As Route 66 approaches its centennial, Albuquerque is investing heavily in art, culture, and the future of Central Avenue. Chris and Gabby sit down with Shelle…
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Democratic Primary Showdown: Haaland vs. Bregman
New Mexico's race for governor is heating up. Two Democrats and three Republicans are vying for their parties' nomination to earn a spot on the November…
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New Mexico Vs. Meta: Will Social Media Habits Change?
A New Mexico jury has delivered a landmark verdict against Meta, finding the company knowingly put children and teens at risk, while misleading users about the…
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Promises vs. Reality: New Mexico's Broken Child Welfare System
A year-long investigation into New Mexico's child welfare system is raising serious concerns about the agency tasked with protecting children. Why is the…
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Gas Prices Surge: Why New Mexico Isn’t Immune
Gas prices are climbing past $4 a gallon in parts of New Mexico. Even in one of the nation's top oil-producing states, locals are feeling the squeeze. Chris…
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'No Complacency': Jason Eck On Building A Winning Culture at UNM
After a breakout year for Lobo football, Head Football Coach Jason Eck sits down with Chris and Gabby for a candid conversation about what comes next, and why…
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New Mexico Takes On PFAS: Faster Detection & New Label Requirements
New Mexico is taking on forever chemicals. Sandia National Laboratories scientists Ryan Davis and Nathan Bays join Chris and Gabby this week to explain their…
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Inside The Roundhouse With Speaker Javier Martinez
What happened during New Mexico's most recent legislative session? The short answer is: a lot. This week on the New Mexico News Insiders Podcast, Democratic…
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Where Did Winter Go? New Mexico's Record Warm Start To 2026
New Mexico has had an unusually warm start to 2026, with far less snow than we typically see. What happened this winter? And what could it mean for the months…
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The McKinley County DA Meltdown
For months, complaints about the justice system in McKinley County painted a troubling picture. Criminal cases were falling through the cracks, prosecutors…
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Build Fast, Test Often: Hypersonic Missile Investment In New Mexico
The global race for hypersonic weapons is accelerating, and New Mexico is becoming part of it. Castelion, a private defense startup, is investing in a new…
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Inside The Epstein Files With Rep. Melanie Stansbury
What's really in the Epstein files? In this in-depth conversation, U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury joins Chris and Gabby to discuss her reaction to the Epstein…
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The Cruelest Con Game: A Victim’s Warning
She thought she was protecting her money. Instead, a New Mexico widow lost more than $50,000 to criminals who may never be held accountable. Chris and Gabby…
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Burned Twice: Why Wildfire Victims Are Still Waiting
Nearly four years after New Mexico's most destructive, government-sparked wildfire, many families are still waiting to be made whole from the Hermits Peak Calf…
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Tracking The Fallout Of New Mexico's DWI Scandal
Two years into Albuquerque's DWI dismissal scandal, the fallout is still unfolding. Chris and Gabby sit down with KRQE Investigates reporter Ann Pierret to…
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Behind The Bench: Albuquerque Judge Breaks Down Courtroom Myths
What really happens after someone is arrested for a serious crime? Chris and Gabby sit down with Bernalillo County District Court Judge Cindy Leos for a rare…
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Why Transit Thinks You Should Ride The Bus
Albuquerque's bus system is undergoing its biggest overhaul in decades. This week on the New Mexico News Insiders Podcast, ABQ RIDE leaders break down what…
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The Challenges of Prosecuting Sexual Assault in New Mexico
Reporting sexual assault is challenging, and holding offenders accountable can take years. This week, Chris and Gabby sit down with Haley Murphy, a Deputy…
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New Mexico's Massive Healthcare Expansion
The University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) is reshaping healthcare across the state in a massive expansion effort underway. UNMH is establishing new clinics…
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Real Or Fake? How AI Is Changing What We Believe
AI-generated images, videos, and misinformation are everywhere. Whether you know how to spot it or not, fake images and videos are woven into social media…
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Unfiltered: APD Chief Talks Regrets, Reforms, & Stepping Away
After nearly 30 years in uniform, Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina sits down with Chris and Gabby for an unfiltered exit interview. He reflects on his…
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Unwrapping Some Good News In 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, we're unwrapping some of the stories that brought joy to New Mexico and the reporters who helped tell them. KRQE anchor-reporters…
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Can Albuquerque Reimagine The Fairgrounds?
Chances are at this point, you've probably heard about the Governor's idea to "reimagine" the New Mexico State Fairgrounds in Albuquerque's International…
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The Generational Problems Of CYFD
New Mexico's Children, Youth, and Families Department (CYFD) was created to protect the state's most vulnerable kids. Instead, too many children have slipped…
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Keller Vs. White: Albuquerque Mayoral Runoff
In one of their final appearances before Albuquerque's mayoral runoff Election Day, Chris and Gabby host incumbent Mayor Tim Keller and former Bernalillo…
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Justice On Hold: A Funding Crisis In Federal Court
A funding crisis is going on behind the scenes in federal courtrooms across the country. It's one that was intensified by the recent federal shutdown, and…
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What Happens In New Mexico When Washington Stops?
Despite the federal government reopening, New Mexico will still feel the sting of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Federal dollars and…
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What The Weather's Telling Us
When it comes to New Mexico weather, there's no such thing as ‘normal.’ While communities are still reeling from wildfire devastation, this year saw powerful…
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Are Small-Town Newspapers Making A Comeback?
Can small-town newspapers make a comeback? In Albuquerque, hyper-local outlets like Downtown Albuquerque News and Nob Hill News are proving there's still an…
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High Levels Of Toxic PFAS Found In Blood
Could you be exposed to toxic pollution, and does it trace back to the U.S. military? The New Mexico Environment Department is trying to find out. Newly…
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Hear From The 2025 Albuquerque Mayoral Candidates
Six candidates are vying to lead Albuquerque for the next four years. Incumbent Mayor Tim Keller is seeking a third term, facing five challengers: small…
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National Guard Deployment In Española
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency in northern New Mexico, citing a sharp rise in crime, the state's highest overdose…
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Paleontologist Links Dinosaurs From Alaska To New Mexico
It's one of the toughest places to get to, but an Albuquerque Paleontologist has made a mission out of research in the ‘Last Frontier,’ linking dinosaurs from…
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New Mexico Offers Free Childcare. What's The Catch?
New Mexico is making history with a bold promise: free childcare for every family, regardless of income. The initiative launches on November 1st, and families…
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The Volunteers Advocating For Kids In Court
For kids in foster care, having someone to advocate for them and truly get to know them, can make all the difference in a court case. In Bernalillo County…
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How Is New Mexico Paying College Tuition For 55K Students?
New Mexico is investing big in higher education, covering tuition for roughly 55,000 students through programs like the Lottery and Opportunity Scholarships…