Bezos big donation
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is giving a pair of Albuquerque charities $6.25-million. It’s the first time the local Catholic Charities and Barrett Foundation have been recipients from the Bezos Day One Families Fund. The giving is part of a $110-million total distributed this year around the nation. The only other time…… MORE
Migrant caravan on way to border
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — About 1,500 migrants formed a new caravan Wednesday in southern Mexico, hoping to walk or catch rides to the U.S. border. The migrants are mainly from Central and South America. Some say they are hoping to reach the United States before Donald Trump’s inauguration in January, saying they think it might…… MORE
APS parents stick with schedule
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APS parents have made their feelings known in response to a recent survey by the district, asking if they should push back school’s start to late August when temperatures are cooler. Nearly 13,000 people responded, with 78% voting to keep the early August start date versus late August for the next…… MORE
A new help center for HUD
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The US Department of Housing and Urban Development is opening a help center in Albuquerque, giving greater access to HUD services by phone. Regional Administrator Candace Valenzuela says the agency has a special focus on who will be manning the phones. The new call center should be up and running in…… MORE
Holiday film, New Mexico style
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The holidays are upon us and a new holiday film written, produced, and directed by New Mexicans is set to premiere in early December. Three dozen NMSU students took part in the production of “Santa’s Cousin”, which was filmed throughout Las Cruces and parts of southern New Mexico in October and…… MORE
Thanksgiving lunch for vets
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Isleta Resort & Casino has partnered with the Veterans Integration Centers to host a Thanksgiving lunch for veterans and their families. The event will take place at the VIC’s new location, near the intersection of I-25 and Gibson, on Nov. 27th from 12-2 p.m. Nationwide, approximately 33,000 veterans experience homelessness each…… MORE
Four family members killed in crash
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A father and some of his children died as a result of a crash in Sandoval County on Nov. 13th. The crash happened around 5:31 p.m., near King Boulevard NW and Sheba Drive NW.Initially, two deaths were reported after the accident; however, police have updated the number of those killed to…… MORE
BOGO Dispensary robbery
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — According to Crime Stoppers, “on or about” Nov. 10th, at least two people broke into the BOGO Dispensary, at 2828 Carlisle Blvd. N.E., just south of Candelaria Road. The Albuquerque Police Department’s Burglary Unit is investigating the case. The two suspects are accused of stealing over $20,000 worth of merchandise, plus…… MORE
AFR to rescue of Mesilla
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — AFR is continuing the theme. After sending an extra truck to Roswell to help them get back on their feet after flooding devastated the city, they are donating another. Albuquerque Fire Rescue is sending a 2007 Chevrolet 4500 Rescue to the town of Mesilla. The van with an ambulance body will…… MORE
Solar energy zone in Dona Ana County
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Bureau of Land Management conducted a live competitive auction for a nearly 940-acre parcel in the Afton Solar Energy Zone in Doña Ana County. Boulevard Associates, LLC winning the lease for $1.9 million. The company now has two years to submit a Plan of Development before beginning construction. The BLM…… MORE
License plate readers causing controversy
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Police across New Mexico are utilizing automatic license plate readers as a crime fighting tool. Both Bernalillo County Sheriffs Office and the ACLU agree that the technology can save lives. However, the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico has said that the data is stored too long, and is asking…… MORE
Tiny Home Village application process updated
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Bernalillo County has changed the application process for the Tiny Home Village. Effective today, community providers will be able to submit applications for their clients, and applications will be done exclusively through those providers. When the village hits capacity, referrals will added to a waitlist. The facility provides up to two…… MORE
APD seeks person of interest in shooting death
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD has identified John “Bale” Sisneros, owner of Por Vida Tattoo, as the victim of a shooting death at his downtown tattoo shop this morning. Authorities responded around 8:30 a.m. to the shop near Fourth Street and Coal Ave. where they say they discovered the owner’s dead body inside the business.…… MORE
St. James Hotel gets new life
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The historic St. James Hotel in Cimarron, New Mexico, has been acquired by M Vacation Properties & Resorts, which is headquartered in Red River. The company says they will keep the property mostly as it was when it shut its doors in September, with the addition of new menu items in…… MORE
Fabian denied appeal
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Wednesday the New Mexico Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of Fabian Gonzales. He’s serving a 37.5-year sentence for dismembering the ten-year-old Victoria Marten’s body in an effort to get rid of it, in 2016. Gonzales appealed six of his seven counts, arguing there was not enough evidence to convict him.…… MORE
Movie theatre murder trial
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Opening statements are underway today in the trial of a 20-year-old man accused of killing a fellow movie patron in the Century Rio 24 Theaters last year. Jury selection was held Tuesday as Enrique Padilla faces first-degree murder charges in the death of 52-year-old Michael Tenorio as the men argued over…… MORE
Man carrying bags of skulls
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A law enforcement investigation in Jal, New Mexico, has led to the discovery of 10 to 20 human skulls after a tip from a local resident. The investigation began on November 5th when a resident reported encountering Cecil Villanueva, who was carrying bags containing what appeared to be human bones. Further…… MORE
New film director office director
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Steve Graham started his new job as the new division director of the New Mexico Film Office today. Born and raised in New Mexico, Graham has more than 25 years of experience managing film and television productions. He’s active in the Producers Guild of America and the Directors Guild of America…… MORE
AFR rescues cats
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Albuquerque Fire Rescue responding to a residence blaze on San Jacinto Avenue Sunday night found a houseful of cats. Fire crews were able to get the fire under control quickly, and remove the people inside without injury. However, of the more than a dozen cats inhabiting the building 12 received treatment…… MORE
Governor considering tougher laws
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A hazing incident in October that led to suspension of several Santa Fe High School football players and the resignation of their head coach has Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham considering tougher laws. She says that something may be added to her legislative priorities for pubic safety. The Governor called a special…… MORE
Car full of ammunition seized at border
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — U.S. CBP officers seized 11,100 rounds of 7.62 ammunition from a car crossing the Bridge of the Americas on Election Day. CBP says, the volume of this seizure is substantial, compared to 11,205 rounds total seized in fiscal year 2023. Officials say agents found the ammunition in a 2011 Honda Ridgeline…… MORE
Alamogordo chimps will be moved
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — With the planned retirement of a significant number of the animals’ caretakers, the last members of a colony of former test subject chimpanzees living in an Alamogordo facility will be transferred to a sanctuary in Louisiana. Animal rights activists have pushed for years for the National Institutes of Health to relocate…… MORE
Coach resigns
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A hazing incident at Santa Fe High School last month has led to the resignation of their head football coach. Head coach Andrew Martinez had been on administrative leave since last month over the accusations about a student being sexually assaulted by members of the football team. Coach Martinez was not…… MORE
Block goes to the Senate
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico Republicans are celebrating not only victories on the national level, but also modest pickups in the state legislature. Sandoval County Commissioner Jay Block is heading to the State Senate, and tells the Morning Show with Bob Clark he’s willing to work with Democrats, at least some of them. Senator-elect…… MORE
Four constitutional amendments earn voters approval
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Last night New Mexico voters approved four state constitutional amendments. Constitutional Amendment 1 will expand tax exemptions to all disabled veterans. The second amendment on the ballot allows honorable discharged veterans to claim a larger property tax exemption, starting this tax year. Amendment 3 changes the makeup for the commission that…… MORE
State bond measures are a go
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Voters voted their approval Tuesday, having decisively passed four state bond measures on the ballot. A measure to allow $30.8 million in bonds will go towards building and improving senior facilities. 63% of the electorate passed more than $10,000,000 in bonds to go toward modernizing public safety radio communications systems. $19.3…… MORE
Ryan Baca sentenced
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Today Ryan Baca, was sentenced for his part in the death of 19 year old Andres Loera . Investigators say the four conspirators set up a drug deal with Loera near Indian School and Hoffman in February 2020. When Loera arrived, he was shot, killed and robbed. Judge Bruce Fox sentenced…… MORE
New Mexico election results
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Not many surprises in some of the political races in New Mexico. Martin Heinrich will be returning to Washington D.C after handily defeating Nella Domenici. The same held true for U.S. House District seat 3, where Teresa Leger Fernandez has retained her seat with a victory of 55% of the vote…… MORE
Migrant transportation interrupted
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Mexican nationals Mario Burciaga Flores and Jose Perez Hernandez are facing felony charges for allegedly trying to smuggle 10 migrants to Albuquerque. They were arrested last week by members of the U.S. Border Patrol’s Anti-Smuggling Unit, who were tracking a four-vehicle caravan with 12 occupants, that were allegedly trying to circumvent…… MORE
Too much cannabis
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — After the owner’s license was revoked in August because of numerous violations, 170,000 pounds of cannabis on two properties in Waterflow, NM was eradicated last month. New Mexico State Police say that NNK Equities, the out-of-state owner, had exceeded its allotted plant count and the organization showed a blatant disregard for…… MORE
Reporter files suit against City of Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Arizona reporter Patrick Hayes, who previously worked in Albuquerque filed a class action lawsuit against the city on Monday saying Albuquerque’s policy of people having to pay per page for electronic public records requests, also known as IPRAs, is a violation. The lawsuit saying the city’s policy of charging per-page fees…… MORE
Pedestrian killed
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB)– A pedestrian was killed Sunday evening at the intersection of Wyoming and Northeastern boulevards. Albuquerque police say and Audi traveling through the intersection struck the person, who they have not identified, just before 8 PM. APD says they’ll release more information as they investigate, like whether the victim was crossing against the…… MORE
Federal Disaster declaration
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Biden Administration has approved a federal disaster declaration for last month’s flooding in Roswell and Chaves County. Governor Lujan Grisham’s office requested the declaration, and it was approved on Friday. It will provide funding for things like debris removal, damage repair and replacement and loans to businesses to help them…… MORE
Missing pet scam to beware of
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department has issued a warning to Albuquerque residents and other animal shelters about telephone scams. Thieves are targeting people who lost pets and asking the owner for payment over the phone to get their lost pet back. The scammers might call claiming to be from…… MORE
Teacher of the Year makes history
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
Drug package in prison yard
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Two New Mexico inmates are accused of trying to get drugs into the Cibola County Correction Center. On August 10th staff found a package near the recreational yard which 26 grams of heroin, 62 grams of tobacco, THC wax, suboxone, and drug paraphernalia. There were also two cell phones. The package…… MORE
Joint operation at border leads to success
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A multi-agency effort including New Mexico State Police and Border Patrol, conducted from October 16th to the 24th addressed the issue of border crime. NMSP Chief Troy Weisler said the operation’s strategic approach included pinpointing high-crime areas, uncovering stash houses and rescuing multiple trafficking victims. The results of the operation beared…… MORE
Domenici boosts for Trump
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — U-S Senate candidate Nella Domenici spoke today before former President Trump arrived at his rally at the Albuquerque Sunport. She said New Mexico ranks at the bottom when it comes to education, crime, drug use and doctors leaving the state. Domenici faces an uphill battle against incumbent Senator Martin Heinrich, and…… MORE
Addressing juvenile crime increase
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Albuquerque Police Department reports that juvenile arrests are increasing each year. Over the last five years, police have arrested or cited 2,600 adolescents ages 11 to 17.Some of the most common reasons juveniles are being arrested for are auto thefts and gun-related crimes. APD Chief Harold Medina says a couple…… MORE
Animal fat vs. mosquitos
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
New Mexico Gas Company for sale
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Gas Company has officially filed papers with the state on their intention to be sold. Canadian company Emera currently owns NM Gas and intends to sell the utility to Louisiana-based Bernhard Capital Partners for $1.25-Billion. The intent to sell notice was given to the New Mexico Public Regulation…… MORE
MDC officer removed from duty
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Nathan Shpiller, a corrections officer at the Metro Detention Center was removed from duty in August and is on paid leave while the department conducts an internal investigation. He’s been accused of orchestrating attacks in the shower on two inmates who suffer from mental illness. The Albuquerque Journal reports that a…… MORE
Groundbreaking for new children’s psychiatric center
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
Migrant stash house bust
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Federal officials have charged Francisco Lujan and Sergio Gonzalez with conspiracy to transport illegal aliens in connection to a migrant stash house in Las Cruces. On Tuesday, the U.S. Border Patrol set up surveillance near a home where they suspected migrants were being brought in from El Paso. After receiving consent…… MORE
Barraza gets life sentence
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — 36 year old Alex Barraza of Albuquerque was sentenced to life in prison by a federal judge in El Paso on Thursday. Barraza is the leader of the Barraza Drug Trafficking Organization, with ties to Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel. Prosecutors stated that the group imported an estimated 1,500 pounds of methamphetamine from…… MORE
Bradley pleads guilty
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A former New Mexico State Aggie basketball player has taken a plea deal after facing 13 felony charges in a hazing incident. Doctor Bradley pleaded guilty to a pair of misdemeanor disorderly conduct charges in Las Cruces and prosecutors agreed to drop felony sexual counts. 2 other former players still face…… MORE
Purse gun pleads no contest
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — In January Amanda Sheppard and her boyfriend Jonathan Olivas were in Duran’s Restaurant in Old Town eating when her purse dropped to the ground and a gun inside the bag went off. Olivas then admitted to picking up a casing from the ground and walking out. The errant bullet ended up…… MORE
Cuoy denied
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — In a 2-1 decision on Tuesday, a federal appeals court upheld a 2022 conviction against former New Mexico county commissioner Cuoy Griffin. He was charged for illegally entering the U.S. Capitol grounds during the Jan. 6th, 2021, riot. Griffiin said he had entered the Capitol grounds without recognizing it had been…… MORE
Albuquerque on “Ratty” list
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
Lizard on a plate
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
Bennett sentenced in infant’s death
Albuquerque, NM KKOB) — Today Judge Stan Whitaker sentenced Christina Bennett to 10 years in prison. In July of 2023 she was charged with exposing her infant daughter to meth, which lead to the childs death. In court Bennett’s 13 year old daughter read a letter out loud, saying in part, “I’m very angry and…… MORE
Movie flight instructor killed in Las Cruces
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The identity of the pilot killed when his a single engine stunt plane crash during Sunday’s Las Cruces Air and Space Expo has been revealed. Charles T. ‘Chuck’ Coleman, who was also an aerobatic flight instructor for actors in the 2022 movie “Top Gun: Maverick.” Coleman worked as an engineer, aerobatics…… MORE
Deputy Commander on administrative leave
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Today, the Albuquerque Police Department placed deputy commander Gustavo Gomez on administrative leave. The department is in the midst of an internal investigation of alleged wrongdoings involving its intoxicated driving enforcement officers. Gomez, who has been working with the department since 2008, started his position as deputy commander in January. He…… MORE
Dengue Fever is close
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Dengue Fever on New Mexico’s doorstep. Juarez, Mexico, across the border from El Paso, had nine confirmed cases, as of Tuesday. Dengue is a viral infection transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. It causes severe flu-like illness for two to seven days, and on rare occasions, complications…… MORE
Child sex exploitation sting results
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A charter school teacher in southeast Albuquerque is identified as one of the 9 suspects in a child sex exploitation sting. Albuquerque Public Schools confirms 51-year-old Stephen Charles Phillips is employed at Cien Agua International Charter School, although the campus is run independent of the district. He’s due in court today…… MORE
Top honors
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
Duck Pond to be renovated
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
Trailer park shooting
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — We have the identities of the suspect and Albuquerque police officer who were shot over the weekend at a trailer park. APD says Officer Jeff Schwarzel was struck by gunfire in the hand and arm in a shootout with 41-year-old Matthew Sanchez, who was killed. Officers responded late Sunday night after…… MORE
Former NMSP Chief arrested last month
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — We’re learning today that former New Mexico State Police Chief Robert Shilling was arrested for drunk driving in Santa Fe last month. Court records show Shilling ran off the road near his home on September 16th and was booked for aggravated driving while intoxicated and careless driving. A County magistrate dismissed…… MORE
Hot Air Balloon Strikes KKOB Tower
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
State negligence
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Supreme Court has ruled the state can be sued by someone who is harmed because of negligence when a prison inmate is released by mistake. The unanimous opinion comes in the case of Kathleen Paquin of Albuquerque who was killed by Christopher Blattner in 2012 after he was…… MORE
Dates set for National Championship Air Races in Roswell
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
Sunland Park buying drones
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The City of Sunland Park, NM, with a population of just over 17,000 is acquiring drones for its fire and police departments. The drones will be used to help rescue stranded migrants and hikers on Mount Cristo Rey and individuals struggling in the Rio Grande. City Manager Mario Juarez-Infante says they’ll…… MORE
Meow Wolf files copyright infringement lawsuit
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Meow Wolf is taking on “Waking the Tiger”. The Santa Fe based art display company has filed a copyright lawsuit against the United Kingdom based company which labels itself an ‘amazement park’ . Meow Wolf Vice President Kati Murphy said there have been numerous instances of their work being directly copied.…… MORE
Gutierrez-Reed pleads guilty
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The armorer from the movie “Rust” has pled guilty to charges of bringing a gun into a Santa Fe bar. Hannah Gutierrez-Reed entered the plea Monday in order to avoid a trial that could add time to her involuntary manslaughter conviction. Gutierrez-Reed brought a semi-automatic pistol into The Matador Bar a…… MORE
Students are leaning towards teaching
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — More and more UNM students are changing majors so they can become teachers. The College of Education and Human Sciences reports 3-hundred switches to teaching majors are happening each year, totaling over 15-hundred in the past 5 years. Some students say they now believe teaching is more important that their previous…… MORE
Plutonium pits on-site were a violation
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A federal judge in South Carolina has ruled the Los Alamos National Laboratory violated the law when they decided to produce plutonium pits on-site without considering the environmental impacts. The judge says the Lab did not consider possible alternative sites. The first of 80 proposed plutonium pits was certified by the…… MORE
New project for Netflix
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
ABQ Ride hiring
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) –ABQ Ride is looking to hire more than 150 people, mostly drivers and mechanics. Madeline Skrak, a public information officer for ABQ Ride says that with a new hiring process in place the department is another step closer to the city’s transit system returning to full operations. She specifically cited a certification…… MORE
Walgreens offers flu vaccinations
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Every Friday through November at all New Mexico and Texas store locations, Walgreens is offering free flu vouchers for uninsured patients. The store offers 200,000 flu vouchers annually to provide free flu immunizations for medically underserved populations that need them most. The vouchers are available in-store. The available dates are October…… MORE
Sunport satisfaction
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Albuquerque International Sunport is losing altitude when it comes to customer satisfaction, according to the annual study by J-D Powers. Among medium-sized airports, the Sunport fell from 5th place last year to 12th on the list. The Powers report notes a nearly 13-percent increase in passengers year-over-year in Albuquerque, which…… MORE
Espanola addresses shopping carts
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The City of Espanola will be considering a new ordinance to keep shopping carts from littering the town. They announced an exploratory effort to do what Las Cruces has done, which is to require businesses keep shopping carts on their premises. The carts are used by homeless people and often are…… MORE
Grant for UNM Cancer Center
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The UNM Cancer Center is one of three cancer centers to be awarded an $11 million federal grant to study treatments and biomarkers for uterine cancers. Dr. Kimberly Leslie, a research professor at the school says, the Route 66 SPORE grant comprises three projects, two of which focus on high risk…… MORE
SNAP deadline to be aware of
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — SNAP recipients who’s benefits have been electronically stolen or skimmed will no longer be eligible to receive federal reimbursement after December 20th. Director of Income Support Division of HCA, Niki Kozlowski says they are urging all SNAP customers to monitor their account, use their benefits, and change their account PIN regularly.…… MORE
Patricide sentence
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Zane Skinner was 19 years old in December of 2022 when he shot and stabbed his father, Michael Skinner, at their Rio Rancho home on North Pole Loop. According to the criminal complaint, Skinner called the police and eventually admitted his actions. Police said he told them he went into his…… MORE
Duke City to Music City
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Duke City to Music City, non-stop. Southwest Airlines has announced new service between Albuquerque and Nashville, Tennessee, starting on April 8th 2025. Aviation Department Director Richard McCurley said, the two cities share an array of similarities, particularly in the arts and outdoor lifestyle. Beyond that, this new route will improve connectivity…… MORE
Extended deadline for wildfire claims
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Congress has extended the deadline to file a claim after the impact of the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon fire. The original date was fast approaching, on November 14th. The new deadline is now December 20th. Those who were affected by the largest wildfire in New Mexico’s history now have more time but…… MORE
Renovations in store for Mesa Verde Park
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — $1.3 million in federal funding will be directed for improvements to Mesa Verde Park, in the International District. The money is part of a $254 million National Park Service grant. The city is also matching the grant, meaning there will be nearly $3 million in investments going to the facility. Improvement…… MORE
Addressing student fees
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — After taking a closer look at what they are currently charging students and their families and what the budget could cover, Los Lunas Schools will be removing several student fees in the 2025-26 school year. Acting Superintendent Susan Chavez proposed at the Aug. 20th board work session that fees to be…… MORE
Concern with fluoridated water
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to further regulate fluoride in drinking water, because high levels could pose a risk to the intellectual development of children. Last month, a federal agency determined “with moderate confidence” that there is a link between higher levels of fluoride exposure and…… MORE
Citation alert
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Starting today, automated speed cameras placed in unincorporated areas of Bernalillo County will begin issuing citations. The county installed six different cameras in parts of the county and activated them last month. Since their installation, those caught speeding were only issued warnings. Now, the cameras will be issuing citations. Those with…… MORE
XTERRA coming to Ruidoso
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The XTERRA triathlon is coming to Ruidoso next summer. It’s in the effort to boost tourism, which took a hit after fires and flooding. The Village of Ruidoso has announced a partnership with XTERRA and plans to hold a triathlon in August. Running, swimming, and biking athletes will be competing for…… MORE
Grandparents raising grandchildren
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Micah McCoy, the communications director for the New Mexico Early Childhood, Education and Care Department says, grandparents raising grandchildren’s a big issue in the Land of Enchantment. As a result, his department’s working to make the transition easier for grandparents, with programs like home visiting. They also have new family resource…… MORE
Tax decrease
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Good news for tax payers from the Bernalillo County Assesors office. The property tax mill rate will decrease. Currently, residential taxpayers will pay $1,608.67 per $100,000 of assessed value while nonresidential taxpayers will pay $1,838.03 per $100,000 of assessed value. The tax bills going out this November will reflect the change.… MORE
Delays for interchange
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Traffic congestion looks to continue in Los Lunas with another delay for the long-standing I-25 interchange project. Recently, the village announced they received a $25 million grant to fund the project to add a new road between I-25 and Highway 47 near Morris Road. Village officials say the next step is…… MORE
Insurance Premiums for CYFD going up
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The insurance premiums for New Mexico’s Department of Children, Youth and Families is going up. And its because of a huge increase in settlements this year. The department is facing a 36-percent increase in liability premiums after paying out nearly 14-million in settlements this year. The Albuquerque Journal reports the payouts…… MORE
U.S. Cotton closing Rio Rancho location
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — In an announcement Wednesday afternoon, U.S. Cotton stated its Rio Rancho location will be ceasing production next year. The company attributing rising raw material costs and increased competition necessitating the consolidation of facilities. Rio Rancho production will be discontinued in phases, with complete shut down expected in the third quarter of…… MORE
Rates going up
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The last time PNM filed for a rate increase was 2022, but that respite could be over. According to a PNM spokesperson, the company filed a 2025 rate request with the New Mexico Public Regulations Commission. The utility says the proposed rate change will be applied over two phases in mid-2025,…… MORE
Blimp for Santa Teresa
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A new high-tech surveillance blimp has arrived at the U.S. Border Patrol’s Santa Teresa Station in southern New Mexico. Known as the Tethered Aerostat Radar System, the 180- to 208-foot-long blimps, can detect low-flying aircraft approaching the border and identify other types of traffic in rugged terrain – for up to…… MORE
Addressing absenteeism with support
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Public Education Department says data from the 2023 – 2024 school year shows that chronic absenteeism has decreased 6.42% from the previous year. The rate is at 32.8% which is down from the highest reported rate of 40.73% in the 2021 – 2022 school year. Public Education Deputy…… MORE
Expanding broadband access
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion announced that it has awarded more than $40 million in state grants to expand high-speed internet access, and deploy infrastructure to unserved and underserved communities. The grants are being released through the state’s Connect New Mexico Fund. An underserved area being one that has…… MORE
505 Supermarket brings relief and groceries
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Hussein “Jay” Nimer is expanding his business profile in the metro with the opening of the 505 Supermarket, in the International District. Nimer says that he grew up around the area and felt the need to respond to what’s been referred to as a food desert. Adding, the market still needs…… MORE
Critical Care Tower to be delayed
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Earlier this year, the University of New Mexico Hospital said their new Critical Care Tower with nine floors and nearly 200 beds, was expected to open in November of this year. Now, with factors including increased costs of materials and labor, the start date has been pushed back to June 2025.…… MORE
Funds for new correctional officers
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Corrections Department is getting a financial boost with the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration’s commitment of $24.8 million to bolster public safety by funding 189 new correctional officer positions. The significant investment will help offset the cost of new correctional officer salaries for three years, reinforcing…… MORE
New Mexico joins antitrust lawsuit
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Monday, the U.S. Department of Justice announced that New Mexico has joined an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation-Ticketmaster. The Land of Enchantment now joining 38 other states and the District of Columbia as part of the lawsuit that the Justice Department filed back in May. The lawsuit accuses Live Nation-Ticketmaster of…… MORE
Plutonium levels are disturbing
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Scientists are concerned after reviewing the results from a study aimed at researching how much plutonium is in the ground and water near Los Alamos National Laboratory. Dr. Michael Ketterer, at Northern Arizona University has collected, and analyzed plutonium levels from a trailhead at Acid Canyon in Los Alamos, and found…… MORE
Robots deliver food
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A robot food delivery service at the University of New Mexico’s campus kicks off Monday. Grubhub and Starship Technologies, in partnership with UNM Food, launching a Starsfleet of autonomous, on-demand robots delivering from eight campus eateries. Restaurants include Blake’s Lotaburger, Draft & Table, Dion’s, Einstein’s Bros. Bagels, Mandalay Express, Starbucks, Subway,…… MORE
Watch your plastic intake
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — University of New Mexico Health Sciences researchers have discovered microplastics in the brain, in testicular tissue, and even in the womb. On average, single-use plastics are utilized for only 12 minutes before being discarded. Although briefly used, those single-use plastics will persist in the environment for generations in landfills and waterways.…… MORE
Funding for firefighter and EMT positions
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration has awarded 59 local public entities funding for an additional 190 firefighter and EMT positions across the state. The $24.9 million in grants will help offset the cost of new firefighter and EMT salaries for three years. The NMDFA says, increasing the number…… MORE
