🌱 Man Arrested For Kidnapping + New COVID Protocols At The Pit

Good day, neighbors! It's me again, Erica Zenn, your host of the Albuquerque Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 50 Low: 29.

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Here are the top stories in Albuquerque today:

1. A man was arrested after police say he kidnapped his daughter at gunpoint. After pulling a gun out on his wife, Jeremiah Maria kidnapped his daughter and stole his wife's care, according to documents. He's facing multiple charges, including child abuse, possession, and auto theft. (KRQE News 13)
2. At about 9 p.m. Friday, police responded to a call about a fatal crash in Northeast Albuquerque. Police say a person is dead after running in front of a pickup truck. Authorities believe speed and alcohol do not appear to be factors, and the truck had a green light at the time of the crash. (Albuquerque Journal)
3. The University of New Mexico is practicing new COVID protocols at The Pit because of an increase in COVID cases and the spread of Omicron. At the men's basketball game on Saturday, fans had to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test at The Pit. (KRQE News 13)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Grade 3-5 "B week" At New Mexico International School (All Day)
• How To Get Started With The Pinewood Derby At 920 Green Valley Road (1:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Albuquerque Public Schools shared that APS is hiring all positions, from support staff to APS Police and more. For more information visit their website. (Facebook)
• Santa Fe Opera invited residents to join the Guilds of the Santa Fe Opera Vivace Book Club on Monday, January 10 at 6 p.m. for a discussion of Falstaff's role in Verdi's opera, "Falstaff." (Facebook)
• The Santa Fe Police Department Recruiting was at the New Mexico Lobos Basketball Game at the Pit for the Salute to Service event. Along with searching for additional talent, the department showcased the great men and women of SFP. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Erica Zenn

About me: Erica Zenn is a Masters Student in Applied Psychology at the University of Southern California who originally hails from Chapel Hill, NC. With a bachelors degree from Cornell University, Erica is an expert verbal and written communicator who brings extensive experience in employee engagement and customer experience of companies. Erica is passionate about community building, and loves using her writing and communication skills to bring people together.