Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — An Albuquerque Public Schools police officer has been placed on leave pending the outcome of an investigation focused on the officer’s handling of a student restraint incident. The incident occurred on Friday, Feb. 16, on the campus of Rio Grande High School. A student in the main courtyard of the campus…… MORE
BCSO deputy-involved shooting during auto theft operation
Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — Tuesday night, deputies from the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Auto Theft Unit were actively conducting an operation in the area of Menaul and University. The operation escalated around 11 PM when deputies attempted to stop a vehicle in the parking lot of the Ramada Plaza, near the intersection of Menaul…… MORE
ABQ Mayor appoints Chief Operations Officer
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller has appointed a new Chief Operations Officer (COO) for the City of Albuquerque. Patrick Montoya, formerly the Director of the Department of Municipal Development, comes into the role with over five decades of management experience and extensive knowledge of City government and operations. “We look forward to…… MORE
PNM wind safety tips
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — With strong winds expected, PNM is sharing the following electrical safety tips to keep you and yours safe. Wind safety tips: Stay away from power lines.… MORE
DVS presents first quarterly veterans’ community meeting of the year
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) will hold its first public quarterly veterans’ community meeting of the year on February 28 in Albuquerque at the New Mexico Veterans Memorial, at 1100 Louisiana Blvd. SE. The meeting will be from 9 a.m. to noon in the Memorial’s conference room. DVS…… MORE
Dana Flannery to lead New Mexico Medicaid
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Monday, the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced the appointment of Dana Flannery as the new director for the New Mexico Medicaid program. Flannery, a health care industry expert, brings a wealth of experience in public health policy and Medicaid leadership, with a career spanning over two decades in…… MORE
Pickleball arrives in southwest Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Parks & Recreation Department’s (PRD) newest pickleball courts at Pat Hurley Park are complete and ready for players. These courts are the first dedicated pickleball courts located in the southwest quadrant of the City. We continue to invest in quality-of-life projects across our city that strengthen our community and promote…… MORE
APD investigating another fatal crash involving pedestrian
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD’s Fatal Team is investigating a Saturday overnight vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a pedestrian at Tramway and Montgomery Blvd. The vehicle, a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser, was southbound on Tramway in the left lane. A witness stated the vehicle appeared to be going the speed limit. The…… MORE
More paw-some opportunities for ABQ’s furry friends and their families
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Saturday, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and the Parks & Recreation Department (PRD) celebrated the opening of seven new dog parks in neighborhoods across the City. These dog parks are smaller than a standard dog park, but they take advantage of unused or underutilized areas within existing parks and City-owned lands. “As…… MORE
Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District announces start of 2024 irrigation season
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Water managers at the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District are preparing for the upcoming irrigation season in the middle valley, which will commence earlier compared to last year. Beginning Monday, February 26, MRGCD water managers will start charging, flushing and ensuring proper operation of canals. “Our team spends the off-season tackling…… MORE
