Top Local Stories 2026
El Pueblo Road Construction
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --Motorists are reminded that El Pueblo Road in Albuquerque is closed for railroad crossing reconstruction and roadway improvements. The closure will last until Thursday morning. Work will include improving an adjacent bicycle lane and drivers are remi...
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Jemez Ranger District Plans Prescribed Burn
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --A prescribed 412 acre burn is scheduled to begin as early as Tuesday according to the Jemez Ranger District. The Paliza Prescribed Fire is described as a "jackpot burn" meaning fire crews will burn scattered, concentrated pockets or piles o...
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Scammers using more AI to cheat unsuspected people out of money and personal information
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) - We're learning more about scammers in New Mexico, and they're getting more brazen with new AI technology...even trying to cheat our State Treasurer New Mexico State Treasurer Laura Montoya says there are a variety of new scams making the rounds - and AI...
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Vehicle Motorcycle Crash Injures One
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --An APD spokesperson says one person suffered serious injuries after a vehicle and a motorcycle collided on Sunday near the intersection of Southern Blvd and Eubank SE. The driver of the motorcycle is in the hospital listed in critical condition. An i...
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Celebration of life to be held in Albuquerque for R.J Mitte
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - A celebration of life for "Breaking Bad" actor R.J. Mitte will be held here in Albuquerque on Sunday, October 25, at Revel Entertainment. The event is open to the public. Mitte played the role of Walter White Jr. on the popular television s...
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Lea County Reports Incident at Oilfield
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --Lea County officials are advising motorists of a precautionary road closure due to a "loss of containment" incident at an oilfield location along Orla Road about one mile north of Cotton Draw. Officials say County Road 1 will be closed from...
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NM Ski resorts announce expected opening dates
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - NM ski resorts are hoping for a good to great ski season this year especially because of the Super El Niño weather event taking place in the Pacific and continues to develop as we approach winter and more snow is expected compared to last wint...
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Belen police and firefighters to see pay increases soon
Belen, NM (KKOB) - Police officers and firefighters will be getting a pay increase in Belen. The Belen City Council unanimously approved raises totaling nearly $440,000 annually to help retain and recruit first responders. Belen Police Officers could be earning around $27 a...
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