Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A New Mexico State Police officer and 2 other people were hospitalized Sunday after a 3-vehicle crash in southeast Albuquerque. The accident happened in the noon hour at Wyoming and Central, with the State Police cruiser overturning. None of the injuries are considered serious, and the cause is under investigation.… MORE
Copper theft closes school
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Janet Kahn School of Integrated Arts is closed today due to extensive damage from copper wire theft. APS says the elementary magnet campus on Indian School Road, just west of Eubank will be on remote learning for now. It’s uncertain how long the campus will have to be shut down…… MORE
Sheriff Merrifield has passed away
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) –Rio Arriba County Sheriff Billy Merrifield has died unexpectedly. The 50-year-old lawman was found dead in his home in Espanola Sunday morning, with a cause of death not yet released.New Mexico State Police are investigating. Espanola Police posted on their Facebook page “Sheriff Merrifield served with honor, courage and an unwavering dedication…… MORE
Santa Fe Indian School mourning
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Santa Fe Indian School is mourning the deaths of their head boys basketball coach and an assistant athletic director who both died in a car crash Thursday morning. 3 people were killed in the accident, including 47-year-old Jason Abeyta and his 43-year-old brother, Nathan. State Police say the head-on collision happened…… MORE
Torrez wants your disruptions
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez is looking for fresh fuel for his ongoing lawsuits against the Trump Administration. Torrez’ office has set up a web page where people can report what he calls “federal disruptions” that impact their lives. Those finding difficulties with everything from Social Security to funding freezes…… MORE
Roswell officer arrested
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A Roswell police officer has been arrested on charges of stalking and disorderly conduct. Authorities say off-duty officer Thomas Troy was identified as the suspect after police responded to a harassment call involving his ex-girlfriend early Thursday morning. Troy was taken into custody and booked into the Chaves County Detention Center.…… MORE
Firebombing suspect to remain in jail
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The suspect in the firebombing of the State GOP headquarters and vandalism of a Tesla dealership has been ordered to remain in jail. 40-year-old Jamison Wagner has no criminal history and is a steady employee at Intel, but Magistrate Judge John Robbenhaar reluctantly agreed Wednesday to keep him behind bars. He…… MORE
Burn Ban in effect
Albuquerque, NM — It’s not just a Red Flag warning that has Valencia County under a burn ban. The 60-day declaration comes amid extremely dry conditions and warming temperatures. County Fire Chief Matt Propp says he’s counting on residents to obey the restriction. A recent backyard fire under calm conditions quickly spread to 5-acres. The…… MORE
Lewis not happy with Guard
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The calling out of the National Guard is not sitting well with Albuquerque City Councilor Dan Lewis. He tells KKOB’s Morning Show with Bob Clark, if APD needs more officers, they can have them. Lewis says Mayor Keller’s establishment of the Albuquerque Community Safety Department to send social workers on calls…… MORE
Money frontrunner
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The race for Governor of New Mexico has a clear frontrunner, when it comes to campaign finance. Former Congresswoman and Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reports nearly $2.9-million in her coffers, while fellow Democrat District Attorney Sam Bregman reported Monday to having $76-thousand in his war chest. On the Republican side, Rio…… MORE
