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McDonald's E. coli outbreak cases under investigation in New Mexico

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1 year ago

October 24, 2024

McDonald's E. coli outbreak cases under investigation in New Mexico

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Across the nation, and in New Mexico, people are sick with E. coli tied to McDonald’s quarter pounders.

At least five New Mexicans are recovering from the E. coli outbreak. KOB 4 spoke with state health officials about the concerns here, and what symptoms should be on your radar.

“They may have blood in their stool, may become dehydrated and may have pretty severe vomiting. Normally this starts two to three days after exposure. Most people, it lasts five to seven days without medication. Most people recover, but certain people with other medical conditions are at a higher risk,” said Jose Acosta, director of the Division of Public Health at the New Mexico Department of Health.

Acosta says it is very important older people and children get to the hospital right away if they are experiencing these symptoms.

He says at risk populations can experience the most complications. They are also working with the CDC to make sure cases stay up to date.

“We track visits to the emergency room, whether it be related to the flu or related to COVID. This is something we track and identify and report it, and then we investigate it,” said Acosta.

KOB 4 went to some local McDonald’s Wednesday and spoke to some people who were thinking of grabbing a bite. They say they’re relieved to know McDonald’s has taken quarter pounders off the menu for now.

But many of them say this is definitely making them think twice about how much fast food they eat.

“Yeah, definitely, it makes me think more than twice about that. It is definitely gross. I used to eat like fast food a lot, and then I mean I have heard things about that, so I have just started cooking from home.”

What’s the timeline investigators are narrowing down for when people ate the infected burgers? The CDC reports the illnesses started between Sept. 27 and Oct. 11, and symptoms usually start a few days after you contract the bacteria.

NBC News reported earlier Wednesday the famous diced onions on the burgers could be the culprit. But investigators are still looking into the origin of the bacteria.

Besides monitoring symptoms and going to the doctor, is there anything else folks should do if they’re worried they’ve contracted E. coli?

The Department of Health has a 24/7 hotline at 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) to get connected to a nurse in case you want to run your situation by them.

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New Mexico spoils Nevada’s Senior Day as Lobos leave Reno with 63-56 win

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7 hours ago

March 1, 2026

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New Mexico spoils Nevada’s Senior Day as Lobos leave Reno with 63-56 win

The Nevada women’s basketball team dropped its final home contest of the 2025-26 season on Saturday with New Mexico spoiling Senior Day and pushing past the Wolf Pack for a 63-56 win.

The Wolf Pack led 36-34 at halftime behind a hot-shooting start. Skylar Durley, Imbie Jones and Ahrray Young each had six points as Nevada shot 14-of-25 from the field (56%). But things cooled off in the second half, with the Lobos outscoring the Wolf Pack 19-13 in the third quarter to take a four-point lead into the fourth. Nevada’s shooting woes only worsened in the final period when it made just three field goals, including none in the final four minutes.

Durley led Nevada with 16 points and six rebounds. Young finished with 10 points, three rebounds and three assists. The Wolf Pack made just one three-pointer out of its nine attempts.

The loss drops Nevada to 9-20 overall, 5-14 within the Mountain West Conference. The Wolf Pack now heads to Utah State for Tuesday’s regular-season finale before opening the Mountain West Tournament play next Saturday in Las Vegas.

Watch our coverage of the game below.

Highlights and reaction from Nevada’s loss to New Mexico.

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San Diego State vs New Mexico Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game

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19 hours ago

February 28, 2026

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San Diego State vs New Mexico Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game

Expect the offenses to shine when SDSU visits New Mexico in The Pit today, per our college basketball betting picks.

Feb 28, 2026 • 10:23 ET

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Public Service Company of New Mexico Declares Preferred Dividend

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1 day ago

February 28, 2026

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Feb. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of Public Service Company of New Mexico, a subsidiary of TXNM Energy (NYSE: TXNM), declared the regular quarterly dividend of $1.145 per share on the 4.58 percent series of cumulative preferred stock. The preferred stock dividend is payable April 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business March 31, 2026.

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TXNM Energy (NYSE: TXNM), an energy holding company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, delivers energy to more than 800,000 homes and businesses across Texas and New Mexico through its regulated utilities, TNMP and PNM. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.TXNMEnergy.com.

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