Top Local Stories 2026
Firefighters Continue Work on Frijoles Fire in Pecos Wilderness
SANTA FE, N.M. - Fire officials say the Frijoles Fire has grown by approximately 410 acres over the past several days as flames moved into drainages below Sierra Mosca in the Pecos Wilderness. The wildfire is now estimated at 15,956 acres and remains 79% contained. Despite t...
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State Seeks Organization to Lead Rural Health Data Hub Initiative
SANTA FE, N.M. - The New Mexico Health Care Authority is seeking a qualified organization to oversee a new statewide effort aimed at improving how healthcare information is shared and used in rural, frontier, and Tribal communities. The initiative, known as the Rural Health ...
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New Mexico United Settles for Draw After Surrendering Early Lead
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - New Mexico United had control early but couldn't finish the job Friday night, settling for a 2-2 draw against Indy Eleven at Isotopes Park. United struck quickly with goals just two minutes apart in the opening half. Luther Archimède opened the sco...
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PNM Reminds New Mexicans of Bill Help Resources
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - As summer temperatures continue to drive up electricity use across New Mexico, PNM is reminding customers about several programs designed to help manage higher energy bills. The utility says prolonged heat and increased air conditioning use can cause mont...
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Albuquerque Isotopes Set for Final Homestand of 2026 Season
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The Albuquerque Isotopes are closing out their 2026 home schedule with a six-game series against the Salt Lake Bees beginning Tuesday at Isotopes Park. The final homestand features a full slate of promotions, giveaways, themed nights and fireworks as the ...
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Albuquerque Clean Up for Balloon Fiesta
The annual "clean up Albuquerque" event is coming and the city is looking for volunteers to help clean up the city before Balloon Fiesta. The annual Fiesta Fanatics Cleanup event happens Saturday, September 26th from 9am to noon. The City of Albuquerque Solid Waste...
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Forgotten Heroes Funeral Thursday
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --New Mexico's Forgotten Heroes Funeral Program will host a service this Thursday for fifty U.S. military veterans whose remains have gone unclaimed. The ceremony is coordinated by the NM Department of Veterans' Services, Bernalillo County, the NM Nati...
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Repaving I-40 West of Grants
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --The NM Department of Transportation is set to begin a roadway rehabilitation project in western NM. New pavement will be put down on I-40 west of Grants. Crews will be working on the east and westbound lanes between mile markers 54 to 63. Work will b...
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