Category Archives: KKOB Local News

NMSP arrests 20 impaired drivers in ABQ during one weekend

NMSP arrests 20 impaired drivers in ABQ during one weekend

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — As part of continuing operations in the Albuquerque area, New Mexico State Police officers arrested 20 suspected impaired drivers from February 8th to February 10th. The increased enforcement efforts to ensure public safety on the roads have yielded commendable results. During the weekend, New Mexico State Police officers made 95 traffic…MORE

APD arrests suspect from 2020 murder

APD arrests suspect from 2020 murder

Officers initially encountered Morris, 48, when they responded to the scene of the shooting at 1200 Ortiz Dr., S.E. Morris was covered in blood as he tried to place Kurtz’s deceased body in the passenger side of a dark blue Honda sedan. There was a large bottle of Clorox bleach behind Morris and after he…MORE

Councilor Champine on pre-trial detention bill

Councilor Champine on pre-trial detention bill

Albuquerque, Nm (KKOB) — The New Mexico Legislature passed SB 271 which establishes that when the court receives notice that a person on pretrial release for a felony crime is arrested for a subsequent felony, that person shall remain in custody without bond until judges on each case hold hearings to consider modification of the…MORE

Get ready for the return of Food Truck Fridays

Get ready for the return of Food Truck Fridays

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The City of Albuquerque is getting ready for the return of Food Truck Fridays, a vibrant community event that invigorates downtown and delights food enthusiasts throughout the city. Food Truck Fridays will kick off on March 8, 2024 marking the beginning of a culinary journey that promises to tantalize taste buds…MORE

APD charges man for 2020 shooting death in SE Albuquerque

APD charges man for 2020 shooting death in SE Albuquerque

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD detectives charged Nathan Henson, who is currently incarcerated in Oklahoma, for the 2020 murder of Nehemiah Lovato at the Valencia Court Apartments. Henson, 31, is accused of fatally shooting Lovato on Oct. 25, 2020, at the apartment complex located at 200 Valencia Dr., S.E. Surveillance video showed Henson appear to…MORE

APD investigating double fatal vehicle and pedestrian crash

APD investigating double fatal vehicle and pedestrian crash

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD’s Fatal Crash Team responded to a double fatal motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Coors Blvd NW and Irving Blvd NW, just before 10:00pm last night. The early investigation shows a motorcyclist was traveling northbound on Coors Blvd NW. Witnesses on scene stated the motorcyclist appeared to be racing…MORE

Remodel project tees off at Ladera Golf Course

Remodel project tees off at Ladera Golf Course

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Construction is underway on a new project at the Parks and Recreation Department’s (PRD) Ladera Golf Course. A 1,000 square foot remodel on the west side of the clubhouse building will create a new lounge area that connects to the existing outdoor patio. “This investment will add value to Ladera for…MORE

APD detectives arrest potential serial sex offender

APD detectives arrest potential serial sex offender

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD detectives arrested Dominic Ivan Martinez, 51, on February 3, 2024, on multiple charges of criminal rape of a minor and criminal sexual contact of a minor. Since his arrest, APD Sex Crimes Unit has been made aware of, and are actively investigating other sexual assaults that may be connected to…MORE

Governor signs bill increasing judicial salaries

Governor signs bill increasing judicial salaries

Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Gov. Lujan Grisham Saturday signed House Bill 141 to increase salaries for New Mexico judges.  “I am pleased to be able to assist the Legislature in making this a reality,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “Through this bill, we are investing in our current and future workforce.”  “We appreciate the support…MORE

Former ENMU Greyhound Larry Hays elected to the New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame

Former ENMU Greyhound Larry Hays elected to the New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame

Portales, NM (KKOB) — Former ENMU Greyhound Basketball player Larry Hays has been selected to the 2023 New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame. Hays becomes the first former Greyhound male athlete inducted into the New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame. “This is an unbelievable honor to be inducted into the New Mexico Sports Hall of…MORE

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