Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico “Teacher of the Year” made history Thursday, becoming the first Native American to be given the honor. Lorelei Chavez teachers Native American studies at Bernalillo High School, and was presented the award by Governor Lujan Grisham in a surprise assembly. Chavez is credited with bringing indigenous-based extra curricular…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Rancid animal fat may be the key to keeping those pesky mosquitos at bay. A research team at NMSU has found that rancid fats from animals, including bears and pigs, are effective when it comes to keeping some insects away. The research based on historical evidence that Native Americans used the…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A groundbreaking took place at UNM Hospital today for a new building that will house a psychiatric center for children. The plans include more beds, more providers, and “modern” psychiatric care. There will also be play areas for kids. UNMH’s CEO Kate Becker says, there will be two separate age-appropriate play…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Windy City wins again in Orkin’s annual “Rattiest City” in the U.S, but the Duke City’s not far behind. The 2024 rankings, reviewed new residential rodent treatments between last September and this August. Los Angeles came in second behind Chicago and New York finished in third overall. Albuqerque came in…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — There’s a new license plate option for New Mexico motorists. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish partnered with the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division to release a Gila Monster themed plate. This is the fifth wildlife art plate, joining quail, mule deer, Rio Grande cutthroat trout and roadrunner plates.…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Asia habitat at the Albuquerque Zoo opened to the public just over a year ago, and is already receiving top honors. The Exhibit Award acknowledges excellence in live animal display and exhibit design, honoring the BioPark for its immersive and innovative habitats that promote animal welfare and conservation education. The…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A beloved landmark on the UNM campus is in line for a renovation. Wednesday, Nov. 6th, from 4 to 4:45 p.m. the public is invited to the groundbreaking of the comprehensive renewal project for the Duck Pond. Designed by Garrett Eckbo and completed in 1976, it’s a man-made urban water feature,…… MORE
A hot air balloon knocked down one of KKOB’s AM radio towers this morning. No one was hurt when balloon caused the guy wires to fail, sending the structure crumbling to the ground around 8:45 AM. A woman who saw the balloon crash, said it was the blue balloon with the moon on it that had…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Wednesday, Sept. 10th, 2025 is the premier date for the opening of the National Championship Air Races in Roswell. The Reno Air Racing Association chose Roswell as the new location of the event because the city’s Air Center can house all the planes competing in the races. It also has a…… MORE
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The stars have returned to New Mexico for a new project. Netflix is wasting no time ramping up production after expanding their Albuquerque studios. Actress Geena Davis stars in a new, 8-part series being produced around town. “The Boroughs” is a mystery series that also stars Bill Pullman, and is set…… MORE
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