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John Rupolo

Albuquerque, Pensacola
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I am a seasoned, aggressive anchor/reporter in the news biz for over 20 years in several states. It’s the greatest and the most challenging profession in my opinion but the most rewarding. An honor to tell the stories of our time. I love history and politics. I grew up in Boston so yes I cherish this nation’s rich history.

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KZTV'S John Rupolo gets to the source of a stinky neighborhood problem

KZTV'S John Rupolo gets to the source of a stinky neighborhood problem

If you've been around the intersection of Staples and Everhart near CVS you know "that" smell has not gone un…

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KZTV'S John Rupolo gets to the source of a stinky neighborhood problem

KZTV'S John Rupolo gets to the source of a stinky neighborhood problem

If you've been around the intersection of Staples and Everhart near CVS you know "that" smell has not gone un…

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KZTV'sj John Rupolo reports on his weekly Pet Rescue Segment

KZTV'sj John Rupolo reports on his weekly Pet Rescue Segment

Amber Sylvestri showed Action 10's John Rupolo where she rescued five pups and the momma dog.

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Campaign finance reports indicate Deb Haaland ahead of Gregg Hull in fundraising

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By John Rupolo
| KOAT-TV (Albuquerque, NM) Verified
New campaign finance reports for the New Mexico governor's race reveal that Democrat Deb Haaland significantly outpaced Republican Gregg Hull in fundraising during a one-month period starting just before the June 2 primary. Haaland raised roughly $1.1 million, while Hull brought in more than $390,000. Haaland also holds a significant advantage in cash on hand, with nearly $2.3 million, including funds carried over from the primary. Hull, by comparison, has nearly $298,000 available.
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Traffic changes could be coming to the Plaza in Santa Fe

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By John Rupolo
| KOAT-TV (Albuquerque, NM) Verified
Santa Fe City Council is reviewing a proposal to close a portion of San Francisco Street, from Lincoln Avenue to Old Santa Fe Trail, through October to enhance pedestrian safety on the south side of the plaza. The plaza, which sees nearly 2 million pedestrians annually, already has three sides closed to traffic. The new proposal would extend the closure to the fourth side, with an exception for cruise nights. "I bike around a lot and I walk through a lot of places.
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Vehicle registration fees hiked July 1 and here's what you need to know

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By John Rupolo
| KOAT-TV (Albuquerque, NM) Verified
New Mexico residents are now facing a 25% car registration fee increase, effective July 1, with funds directed toward road and bridge repairs across the state. Pedro Pinto expressed his frustration outside the MVD office in Albuquerque. "You feel really sad because everything increased on this time. Even the gas is really expensive. The life goes really expensive and the salary is the same one," Pinto said. Many others shared similar concerns about the fee hike.
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Associated Press Media Editors Journalism Excellence Award

2020 - Investigative journalism

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