Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) will conduct outreach stops at various locations across the state, as detailed below in the list. Veterans and/or their eligible dependents are encouraged to visit the locations listed below for information regarding the filing of U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claims…… MORE
NMSP Crime Suppression Bureau arrest 2 and locate 3 stolen vehicles
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico State Police Crime Suppression Bureau (CSB), made 2 arrests and find 3 stolen vehicles. On February 1, 2024, New Mexico State Police Crime Suppression Bureau conducted a traffic stop near Central and Elizabeth. One of the occupants, Jay Marshall Dean (53) had an active warrant for receiving transferring…… MORE
Josett Monette is secretary of Indian Affairs Department
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Monday, the New Mexico Senate unanimously confirmed Josett Monette as the Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Indian Affairs Department. “Secretary Monette’s extensive background in serving indigenous people uniquely positions her to address the challenges facing our tribal communities and realize the opportunities,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “I thank the New Mexico…… MORE
NM Mortgage Finance Authority seeks community input on housing needs
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — In an effort to identify and prioritize housing issues in the state, the New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority (MFA) and the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) are actively seeking the public’s input. MFA and DFA encourage New Mexicans to complete the State of New Mexico Community & Fair…… MORE
DOJ recognizes FBI and New Mexico partners for ‘Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Initiative’
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Thursday, the US Department of Justice recognized employees from the Federal Bureau of Investigation Albuquerque Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Investigative Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Justice Information Services Division, Navajo Nation Department of Public Safety, New Mexico Department of Justice, New Mexico Indian Affairs Department, Albuquerque Police Department,…… MORE
Senate confirms Teresa Casados as secretary of CYFD
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Wednesday, the New Mexico Senate confirmed Teresa Casados as the Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department with a vote of (32-8). “This is an agency and a system that needs a leader who can get things done,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “Secretary Casados is the…… MORE
House passed budget with $300 million for Legacy Fund
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Wednesday, the coalition supporting the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund released the following statement after the New Mexico state House of Representatives voted to approve HB2, the General Appropriation Act of 2024, which contained a $300 million appropriation for the state’s first dedicated and long-term funding stream for land and…… MORE
Military & Veterans Day at the 2024 Legislature
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Military veterans, National Guard/Reserve, and active service members will be honored on Military & Veterans Day at the 2024 Legislature on Saturday, February 3, at the State Capitol in Santa Fe. This annual day during the legislative session is presented by the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (DVS) and…… MORE
Senator Brandt issues statement about ‘Revolving Door’ bill
Monday, Senate Republican Whip, Senator Craig Brandt (R- Rio Rancho) presented Senate Bill 122 before the Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee. Despite support from top law enforcement officials and prosecutors, Democrats on the committee tabled the bill on a 5-4 vote. The bill would have changed the law to allow for the holding of violent…… MORE
APD solves 2017 murder case, charges two
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD detectives solved a 2017 murder case after new interviews and new key evidence recovered from the home of one of the suspects. Marco Martza and Daisy Ortiz, both 26, are charge with the shooting death of Jon Paul Carabajal at the Stardust Skies Park in Northeast Albuquerque. Martza was already…… MORE
