Top Local Stories 2026
BernCo Treasurer's Office partnering with local centers to offer property tax payment assistance
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - The Bernalillo County Treasurer's Office is partnering with local city and county centers to host a series of outreach events designed to help property owners pay their 2026 property taxes online. Property tax bills are currently being mailed countyw...
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Governor requests major disaster declaration from President for flooding across NM
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) - Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has asked President Donald Trump to issue a major disaster declaration related to the recent flooding across New Mexico. The Governor requested an emergency declaration last week to reimburse the state for rescues, emerge...
5h ago
State of NM asking voters to approve several important general obligation bonds for several projects around the state
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Today, voters will have the chance to vote yes or no on several general obligation bonds for state and local infrastructure and public services. Senior citizen facilities A "yes" vote authorizes $21.6 million to the state of New Mexico to c...
5h ago
Residents who live in the city of Albuquerque asked to approve City Charter Amendments
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Residents who life in Albuquerque are being asked to vote on changes to the City Charter. The questions are at the bottom of the ballot and many times voters forget to vote on these important changes. The first question asks voters whether to repeal ...
6h ago
Voters asked to approve $45 million in bonds for Bernalillo County
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Voters in Bernalillo County's are being asked to approve a bond package of $45 million that If approved, there would be no changes to the property tax rate Flood control A "yes" vote would authorize $30 million to the Albuquerque Metropolit...
7h ago
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Voters asked to vote yes or no on four amendments to the NM Constitution
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) - As part of the November 3rd general election, voters around the state will be asked to vote yes or no on four proposed amendments to the state constitution. Amendment 1 - Ending governor's pocket veto If approved, it would require the governor to provi...
7h ago
AFR Responds to Structure Fire Monday
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- *UPDATE* 8:30p.m. AFR crews remain on scene at 1420 Edith NE. The fire is reported to be contained and no other surrounding structures are threatened. Residents in the area can still expect to see smoke production as fire crews work to extinguish s...
21h ago
Serial Thief Sentenced
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --Sentencing was held today (Mon) for a serial thief who pled guilty to a list of charges, including dozens of burglaries at businesses across Albuquerque. Ricky Roybal stole everything from money to lottery tickets to laundry detergent. The stolen pro...
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