Expo winning bid for master plan delayed
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The call for bids on a master plan to re-imagine the Expo New Mexico grounds has been called off by the state. The winning bid was to have been announced today, but it was canceled and another Request For Proposal is set to be issued next week. It’s unclear why the…… MORE
Marlett was suicide
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A Michigan man shot by Bernalillo County deputies in the Walmart parking lot at Coors and Rio Bravo on February 11th did not die from law enforcement gunfire. BCSO says 32-year-old Max Marlett died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound before he was struck by deputies’ bullets. He had been identified as…… MORE
NMSP officer arrested
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico State Police officer Rachel Hall is on leave. She was arrested Thursday night in Gallup for aggravated DWI. She’s accused of nearly hitting another vehicle and a light pole before law enforcement officers had to pull her from her vehicle to arrest her on suspicion of drunk driving. Law…… MORE
Improving emergency response
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Albuquerque Fire Rescue is making staffing changes to improve emergency response. Both Rescues and Engines will be staffed with paramedics in high-demand areas, expanding paramedic and EMT coverage across multiple districts. AFR’s Fire Chief, Emily Jaramillo, says these updates aim to improve response times and care quality amid rising call volumes.… MORE
Firing weapon at Coronado Mall
Albuquerque, NM(KKOB) — Albuquerque Police arrested an 18-year-old Jabsie Lewis accused of firing multiple gunshots in the Coronado Mall parking lot on Feb. 19th. Police say he firied six shots in the parking lot, hitting a pickup truck near the Round1 Bowling and Arcade. No one was injured. Lewis is in the Metropolitan Detention Center…… MORE
Gene Hackman and wife found dead in their Santa Fe home
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Gene Hackman, the acclaimed actor renowned for his roles in films such as “The French Connection” and “Unforgiven,” and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, were found deceased in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home today. Both were discovered in separate rooms, alongside their deceased dog. Authorities have described the circumstances…… MORE
New look for squad cars
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Rio Rancho Police Department is looking for a redesign of their squad cars, and they’re turning to local students. Entries are being taken through the end of March for designs that includes the phrase, “Rio Rancho Police Serving since 1981.” 3 stars or the call signs of the department’s 3…… MORE
Balloons bring bucks
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Analysis of October’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta finds its economic impact on the region exceeded $200-million. Researcher Forward Analytics reports the 9-day event attracted 838-thousand visitors, with about 85-percent of those coming from out-of-town. 58-percent of those came to Albuquerque for the sole purpose of attending the Balloon Fiesta. The total…… MORE
Park goes to the birds
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Too many birds has led to the closing of the Veterans Memorial Park on Louisiana Southeast, not far from the Sunport and Kirtland Air Force Base. There are an estimated 50-thousand starlings, and the City is working to make their nesting efforts a little less comfortable. Tarps are being used to…… MORE
Speeders get their picture taken
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — After receiving feedback on issues regarding crashes and people speeding down Shelly Ave., near I-40, Bernalillo County now has the roadway under constant supervision, in the form of cameras. In just two weeks, the mobile speed cameras have caught over 300 people breaking the law by going too fast. The posted…… MORE
Venezuelans go home
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — After being detained at Guantanamo Bay, nearly 200 Venezuelan immigrants to the U.S. were returned to their home country. U.S. and Venezuelan authorities confirmed the deportations that relied on a stopover in Honduras, where 177 Venezuelans exited a U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement flight and boarded a Venezuelan plane bound for…… MORE
Another DWI scandal fallen
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Today Sheriff John Allen announced BCSO deputy Jeffrey Hammerel has resigned, just before accepting a plea agreement in the DWI scandal case. Hammerel says he received at least $20,000 in cash or gifts in exchange for his help spoiling the cases. Under the plea agreement, He faces up to 80 years…… MORE
Guilty gets life sentences
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — It will be life sentences for 2 men convicted Friday in the death of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas and wounding of his cousin outside an Isotopes game in 2023. Jose Romero and Nathan Garley were both found guilty of first-degree murder, along with charges in the paralyzing of Tatiana Villegas. The men…… MORE
Health Care bill to pass
Albuquerque, NM KKOB) — A bill to fund behavioral health initiatives was passed by the New Mexico legislature, and is set to be signed into law. Senate Bill 1 creates a trust fund to support the New Mexico Health Care Authority, and also calls for regional meetings to set priorities. The $1-Billion fund would pay…… MORE
Vasquez wants answers
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Congressman Gabe Vasquez is demanding answers from the US Border Patrol after agents stopped a Las Cruces High School charter bus Friday and asked students about their immigration status. The agency says they became suspicious when the bus driver was unable to respond to questions in English at the checkpoint north…… MORE
Garley and Romero found guilty
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — After two and a half hours of deliberation the jury found Nathen Garley and Jose Romero guilty of first-degree murder. The shooting outside Isotopes Park left 11-year-old Froylan Villegas dead and his cousin Tatiana Villegas paralyzed in September 2023. The two were also found guilty of several other charges in the…… MORE
Guns for south of the border
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A federal grand jury has indicted six men in connection with the purchase of pistols, rifles, and 2,000 rounds of ammunition at an El Paso gun show, allegedly intended for delivery to the Sinaloa cartel. Ayala Murillo allegedly told investigators he is a member of the Sinaloa cartel and that the…… MORE
Cervantes wants civility
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Thursday, Sen. Joseph Cervantes called for “civility” and asked Senate Republicans to condemn a death threat against him, and the posting of his home address in the comments of an official Republican Party of New Mexico social media post he characterized as “a falsehood, and a lie.” The post in question…… MORE
New Mexico tops the list
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico named America’s most dangerous state, study reveals. A new study by Kevin McManus Law has ranked New Mexico as the most dangerous state in the U.S., with an overall score of 81.28 out of 100. The study analyzed factors like traffic fatalities, workplace injuries, firearm deaths, and crime rates.…… MORE
Medina elected President of Major Cities Chiefs Association
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD Chief Harold Medina has been elected President of the Major Cities Chiefs Association. He’s the first Chief in the state of New Mexico to hold the position. The MCCA is comprised of police executives from across the United States and Canada representing the largest cities. It provides a forum for…… MORE
Road construction to be aware of
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Construction on a new water line and road reconstruction project along Broadmoor Boulevard will begin Monday. The project, spanning from Country Club Drive to Loma Colorado Boulevard, will cost approximately $8.4 million and is expected to last one year. While no full lane closures are planned, drivers should expect some delays…… MORE
Governor appoints brother
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed her brother to be a regent at New Mexico Highlands University. The governor defends the appointment, saying Greg Lujan is exactly the kind of person she wants as a regent – an adult who went back to school to get a college degree. He’ll serve…… MORE
Accused of sexual harassment
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Santa Fe Superintendent of Public Schools is being accused of sexual harassment by a City Councilor. Attorneys for Councilor Amanda Chavez announced Monday that she has resigned from her position as Assistant Principal at Santa Fe High School, accusing Superintendent Larry Chavez – no relation – of harassment. She also…… MORE
Loud Kirtland experiments
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — There could be loud booms and fireballs in the area of Kirtland Air Force Base over the next couple of weeks. Sandia Labs says they’re conducting some controlled fire experiments that could produce the sounds – along with fire and smoke – in the Laurence Canyon Burn Site of the Base.…… MORE
Big money for Haaland campaign
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The gubernatorial campaign of Deb Haaland was just launched last Thursday, but has already reached the $1-million fundraising mark. Her campaign announced the update over the weekend, saying the money came from over 20-thousand donors. The former Congresswoman and US Interior Secretary is the first candidate announced for next year’s election.… MORE
Sentence for man who set roommate on fire
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Albuquerque man sentenced to two decades for murder of roommate. Lawrence Sedillo to spend 20 years in prison for the 2021 murder of his roommate, Renee Benally. During an argument over money at their home near Central and 47th, Sedillo poured gasoline on Benally and set her on fire. He later…… MORE
Raul takes on Elon
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez is filing a federal lawsuit to stop Elon Musk. Torrez says the expansion of what was the US Data Service into DOGE is unlawful, and he’s seeking an injunction to stop Musk’s examinations of the books of government agencies.… MORE
Breweries are bracing
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Local breweries are preparing for potential challenges as President Trump’s newly announced tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to take effect, March 12. The proposed 25% tariffs are expected to drive up the costs of materials essential for brewing, packaging, and serving beer, such as kegs and steel tanks. According to…… MORE
Immigrant friendly
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The town of Bernalillo has reaffirmed its status as an immigrant-friendly town. The resolution was enacted after presidential executive orders in 2017 relating to immigration enforcement, started to concern Bernalillo residents. The resolution states, in part….recent presidential executive orders relating to immigration enforcement have done nothing to allay those fears and,…… MORE
Goats for the bosque
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Bosque has gone to the goats. The City of Albuquerque’s Parks and Recreation Department has once again teamed up with Galloping Goats for wildfire mitigation efforts in the Bosque. Over the next two weeks, about 145 goats, along with a few sheep, will be grazing in the Tingley and Alcalde…… MORE
Accommodating bicycles
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — There will be lane closures on Central Avenue in downtown Albuquerque starting today as bike lanes are painted between Second and Eighth streets. Westbound lanes will be shut down though February 19th to add the green and white paint, while eastbound lanes are set to close February 19th through 28th. The…… MORE
Solar plant in Rio Rancho
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Atrisco Solar Power and Battery Storage project is up and running in Rio Rancho. The 2,300-acre project will power more than 110,000 homes. It’s also expected to generate more than $1 million per year in taxes. Mayor Greg Hull says, “this is going to make Rio Rancho extremely attractive, having…… MORE
Two APD officers involved in DWI scandal plea
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A pair of former Albuquerque police officers have pleaded guilty to federal charges in relation to intoxicated driving arrests. Officers Joshua Montaño and Honorio Alba appeared court today and plead guilty to two counts of conspiracy, five counts of receiving a bribe, and a count of extortion.… MORE
Major milestone for Sandia Area Federal Credit Union and Storehouse New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A partnership between Sandia Area Federal Credit Union and Storehouse New Mexico has announced a major milestone in its mission to support local families and children in need. Through the annual Storehouse New Mexico Feeding Area Children Everyday campaign they raised enough funds to provide over one million meals. The contributions…… MORE
Human trafficking boss caught
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — On Wednesday, U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested Yajair Lizzet Lara in Oklahoma City. She’s accused of leading a human trafficking operation in Albuquerque. Also known as Lara Mendez, investigators claim she’s responsible for leading an organization that operated an alleged stash house, and collecting more than $500,000 from migrants who she’s…… MORE
Shooting at mall
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A man is facing charges in Monday’s shooting at the DeVargas Mall in Santa Fe that struck one one person and damaged a window. Police say it was a pellet gun used by 24-year-old Jeffrey Rodriguez-Hernandez, so the person who was hit was not considered injured. However, the shooting resulted in…… MORE
Officer honored
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Metropolitan Detention Center Officer seen in the now viral video of the Courtroom attack is being honored for bravery. According to the county, the Officer Steven Jackson is being recognized for his actions during an assault on an inmate in a courtroom Friday. While escorting Inmate Alexander Segura Ortiz, Jackson…… MORE
State Fair steps
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Bernalillo County Commissioners took the first step in making a bid to move the State Fair to Los Lunas, giving preliminary approval for a special tax district. However, Commissioner Adriann Barboa wants to make sure there’s plenty of public input before anything is finalized. She says a public meeting at…… MORE
Lab list of unwelcome
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Citizens of China, Iran, North Korea and Russia will be unable to enter Los Alamos National Laboratory and other national labs due to new federal requirements signed into law at the end of the Biden administration. The prohibition is expected to affect about 70 employees at LANL, and would prohibit visits…… MORE
Sex traffickers facing federal charges
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A pair of alleged pimps who brought 2 young girls from California to sex traffic on the streets of Albuquerque are now facing federal charges. 25-year-old Roderick Norseweather and 21-year-old Tajanae Johnson were arrested by police in connection with a 14 and 15-year-old girl seen in photos practically naked while soliciting…… MORE
Student hit by vehicle in front of school
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A middle school student was struck by a vehicle this morning just steps away from their northeast Albuquerque school. Albuquerque Public Schools reported that the student is in good condition and returned to afternoon classes. In response to the incident, the school is collaborating with the City to launch a volunteer…… MORE
Responding to ICE activity
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Santa Fe has re-established their Immigration Committee, following ICE raids around the country under the Administration of President Trump. 10 new members were appointed last week, after the committee had gone dormant due to the pandemic. Mayor Alan Webber says the committee will advise the city on what actions they should…… MORE
Fuel theft
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Teresa Thompson and her daughter, the owners of M & T’s Mini Market in northwest Albuquerque have been forced to get $150,000 loan. The loan is an effort to recoup the thousands of dollars they lost to fuel theft last summer. After searching through security video, they found rigged box trucks…… MORE
Music returns
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A couple of canceled concerts are now back on in Albuquerque. Country star Tim McGraw’s canceled show from August at Sandia Resort Amphitheater is now set for shows on September 5th and 6th. He had to bow out due to knee surgery last summer. It was announced Country’s Wynonna Judd will…… MORE
14 year old shot and killed
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The deadly shooting at a northeast Albuquerque apartment complex early Wednesday was a robbery that left a 14-year-old boy dead. APD says the boy was with a group of teens who tried to rob a woman who was also shot and injured. The woman’s husband returned fire, killing Alonzo Sanderson. Another…… MORE
Poor report card for New Mexico students
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Nation’s report card on school is out, and – once again – New Mexico ranks last in all categories. Scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress shows about half of all 4th and 8th grade students are not meeting even the most basic ability in math or reading. Amanda…… MORE
Bucks for pallet shelters
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — $2-million dollars for tiny homes is being added to this year’s budget for Santa Fe after the City Council voted to approve the move Wednesday. Mayor Alan Webber says the community has been supportive of the idea of so-called “pallet shelters.” The re-allocated money would be used to construct 30 pallet…… MORE
Email scam to be aware of
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A new email scam warning from Bernalillo County’s Planning and Development Services Department. Several residents have been directed to wire more than $25,000 to an off-site email address so that their zoning application before the county can go forward. It’s believed the scammer got personal information on who submitted the request…… MORE
Another officer resigns
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD Lt. Kyle Curtis who was targeted on Friday as part of an internal investigation of current and former DWI officers submitted his resignation Monday. The U.S. Attorney’s Office identified Lt. Curtis as Giglio-impaired as a result of the federal investigation into wrong doing. The DA’s Office used the designation to…… MORE
Lujan seeking compensation again
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Friday, Sens. Ben Ray Luján and Martin Heinrich reintroduced the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, again. Last year, Luján led an effort supported by New Mexico’s entire congressional delegation to expand the Department of Justice program, which was established in 1990. Uranium miner workers who worked in uranium mines after 1971 were…… MORE
Revised rental rules
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Rio Rancho has revised their short-term rental ordinance, expanding the times someone can rent their house. Mayor Greg Hull says there was a lot of complaints about the restriction of only allowing rentals once a week, or 52 times per year. Now, Rio Rancho homeowners can rent a property 7 times…… MORE
Feral cattle
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Los Alamos National Laboratory is looking to finally get rid of feral cattle on their land. The cows have been known to cause accidents on area roads, and the proposals are for a round up, or to shoot the animals. The National Nuclear Security Administration also says the cattle have damaged…… MORE
Addressing downtown vacant buildings
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The ordinance to register and improve vacant downtown buildings was signed by Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller Thursday. Terry Brunner of the Redevelopment Agency said at the sidewalk ceremony he’s always being asked what he’s doing to clear the blight. Owners of vacant buildings will have to pay $1-thousand to $5-thousand each…… MORE
Heinrich to skip Santa Fe
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — US Senator Martin Heinrich has decided to stay put in Washington, rather than run for New Mexico Governor next year. He made the announcement this morning after speculation the newly re-elected Senator could replace termed-out Michelle Lujan Grisham. Heinrich cited what he called President Trump’s “alarming actions” as a reason New…… MORE
Mescalero confronted by ICE agent
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The southern New Mexico tribal community of Mescalero is disturbed over federal immigration agents confronting its members. The Mescalero Apache President said they confirmed one report of an ICE agent approaching a tribal member in Ruidoso, speaking to her in Spanish, and asking for a passport. The president said the woman…… MORE
Nose spray for depression
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Johnson & Johnson has received approval from the USFDA for a nose spray to help treat depression. According to the pharmaceutical company the nasal spray can be given to people who haven’t seen improvements in their depression after taking at least two oral medications. The main ingredient for the spray is…… MORE
“Know your Rights” campaign
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — On the heels of President Trump’s signing of immigration bills on Monday, the New Mexico immigrant rights advocacy group “Somos Un Pueblo Unido” announced plans for its “Know Your Rights” campaign. The goal is to reach at least 3,000 people through workshops and presentations, grow more familiar with their constitutional rights.…… MORE
Fire preparation is key
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — In light of the wildfire disaster in Los Angeles, the village of Corrales is taking precautions. Village Fire Chief Anthony Martinez says they have received a lot of calls and questions regarding various residents who have not been able to get insurance on their homes in Corrales and had to go…… MORE
Homelessness funding heading to New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded a total of more than $17 million dollars to projects throughout New Mexico, in an effort to combat homelessness. The funds will be applied towards prevention, rapid rehousing, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing. Funding will also support youth and survivors…… MORE
25 year sentence for violent crime spree
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Dakota Briscoe of Albuquerque man was sentenced in federal court to 25 years in prison for a violent crime spree that began with a double murder in September of 2020. The 38 year old Briscoe used a handgun to attack two men in their yard near Central and Atrisco and then…… MORE
Bendable concrete
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) –Researchers at the University of New Mexico have now officially patented their bendable concrete material design. Concrete’s tendency to fracture under stress is especially problematic when it comes to natural disasters and weather events like earthquakes and winds that put lateral stress, or tension, on buildings. The resulting patent of a 3D…… MORE
Housing Counseling services available
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A new program provides government-funded Housing Counseling and legal support for homeowners facing financial difficulties with their mortgage payments. The state of New Mexico in partnership with United South Broadway Corporation, eligible homeowners can access HUD-certified Housing Counseling and legal services to navigate their foreclosure options. To be eligible, homeowners must…… MORE
Breaking records
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Sandia National Labs is breaking records. The Labs director reports that in 2024, Sandia’s economic impact to the state reached a record-breaking $5.2 billion, which is $400 million dollars more than the previous year. In addition, Sandia filed more patents and licenses last year, all of which involved new technologies developed…… MORE
EV mandate not achievable
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — There could be bi-partisan support to delay an electric vehicle mandate when the legislature convenes next week. Carlos Garcia of the Garcia Auto Group says there’s no way that 43-percent of vehicle sales in New Mexico will be EV’s by 2026. He tells KKOB’s Morning Show with Bob Clark car manufacturers…… MORE
Mexican immigration agent stoned to death
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Monday, a Mexican judge in Juarez ordered two Venezuelan men identified only as David J.V. and Carlos Arichuna be held for trial for inflicting injuries leading to the death of a public servant. The two allegedly stoned a Mexican immigration agent to death with rocks after the agent caught up to…… MORE
Double-homicide arrest
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A suspect has been arrested for a double-homicide last June in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights. 19-year-old Nathaniel Laws is charged in the shootings of 20-year-old Abdullah Abbas and his 18-year-old girlfriend Kylee Silva. The killings are believed to have to been a drug and gun deal gone wrong. Investigators say they found…… MORE
Medicaid rates increase
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Health Care Authority has received federal approval to increase Medicaid rates for services provided to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The rate increases, scheduled to kick in this month, apply to three programs, including the Developmental Disabilities Waiver, Mi Via Waiver and the Medically Fragile Waiver. New…… MORE
Spay trailer for Valencia County
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Southwest Animal Team of Valencia County has announced the arrival of a new 40-foot customized trailer which will provide spay and neuter operations south of the metro. Privately funded, the trailer has a surgery table, and is equipped with a dog bath and over 30 kennels, which can even be…… MORE
Norovirus on the rise
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Department of Health has expressed concern about the upward trend of norovirus cases in New Mexico. The department says this year’s viral activity may reach pre-pandemic levels of spread. The virus causes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. While more common in the winter months, this year, NMDOH said it’s…… MORE
Saranam receives funding
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Albuquerque nonprofit Saranam is getting over $730,000 to further develop transitional housing for families in the metro. The funding will allow them to add 13 units, a family community center, a playground and community gardens to its westside campus. The money for this comes from the Housing Innovation Program. Housing New…… MORE
Coach Eck a good choice
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The voice of the Idaho Vandals has encouraging words about New Mexico’s new head football coach. Dennis Patchin tells our fellow Cumulus station, The Sports Animal, coach Jason Eck was a success on and off the field at Idaho. Patchin says Coach Eck puts in a lot of work to connect…… MORE
Family killed
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The family killed in a weekend shooting just south of Belen have been identified. New Mexico State Police say 4 members of the Leyva family were found dead around 3:30 AM Saturday at their home on Camino Escondido. The parents are 42-year-old Leonardo Leyva and 35-year-old Adriana Bencomo. They were shot…… MORE
Crash reports can be found online
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The City of Santa Fe has begun publishing crash reports online, in an effort to speed up the process for those involved. It previously took at least 15 days to get a crash report request, but now they’re put onto the City’s website each week. 80-percent of records requests for the…… MORE
Mobile ID’s available
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico is the 12th state to offer the option to link your driver’s license to your smartphone. The newer mobile IDs on Apple and Android phones starting means you can use your phone’s ID at some businesses or even get through the airport. The digital IDs are already being used…… 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Nick Paul, Alamogordo City Commissioner & State Senator-elect issues statement on Ruidoso fire
Ruidoso, NM (KKOB) — The rapid spread of the South Fork Fire has triggered a mandatory evacuation for the Village of Ruidoso. Senate District 33 Republican nominee Nick Paul released this statement: “The South Fork Fire has spread rapidly over the last few hours triggering a mandatory evacuation for the Village of Ruidoso. I am…… MORE
CABQ councilors present omnibus city charter referendums
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Albuquerque City Council President Dan Lewis applauds the Council for passing amendment proposals Monday to present to voters at the 2024 general election. Each of the Charter amendments are reforms that will streamline City government hiring, add accountability to executive appointment procedures, and simplify City elections. “I am happy to present…… MORE
Addressing chronic absenteeism
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A recent report by the New Mexico Legislative Finanace Committee titled Student Attendance and Performance, has delivered a failing grade. It shows the number of students chronically absent, meaning they missed more than 10% of school, more than doubled from 2019-2023, outpacing the national average. The data shows in 2023, 40%…… MORE
APD to increase police resources in downtown for summer
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD plans to increase police presence in the downtown area with specialty units such as Horse Mounted, Tactical, Traffic and officers assigned on TEAMS (Targeted Enforcement Active Monitoring) overtime during Summer 2024. Since the beginning of summer, officers have noted an increase in the number of patrons visiting the downtown area.…… MORE
Albuquerque sees 11% decrease in auto-theft while most cities see rise
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Auto theft decreased by 11% in a four-county metro area, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau. Albuquerque has now dropped from sixth to seventh place, having been listed worse in the nation from 2016-2018. “Auto theft is a quality of life issue that has always been a top priority for…… MORE
BernCo Commissioner Steven Michael Quezada hosts community meeting
Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — Commissioner Steven Michael Quezada will host a community meeting on the proposed Behavioral Health Ordinance on Monday, June 17, in the Ken Sanchez Commission Chambers at Alvarado Square, 415 Silver Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. “We have heard from many of our constituents with…… MORE
Senate Republicans re-introduce comprehensive crime bill for upcoming Special Session
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Thursday, the New Mexico Senate Republicans announced their plan to re-introduce legislation to strengthen the state’s Racketeering Act (RICO) during the upcoming Special Session. The bill echoes the effort made to address public safety by Senate Republicans during this year’s regular Legislative Session in January and February. “Unfortunately, the Governor’s…… MORE
NMDWS Labor Relations Division hosting rapid hire event
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions’ Labor Relations Division (LRD) will host a rapid hire event on Monday in Albuquerque to fill critical positions. Staff will interview interested candidates on-site on Monday, June 17, between 1 and 5 p.m., and June 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the…… MORE
BernCo Commissioners act on NM Department of Justice report
Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners plans a special public meeting on Tuesday, June 18, to address the New Mexico Department of Justice investigation. The New Mexico Department of Justice concluded that a rolling quorum occurred prior to the April 9, 2024 resolution outlining the process to hire the next county…… MORE
BernCo hosts 2024 General Obligation bond package proposal virtual presentations
Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — BernCo will host two webinars to discuss Bernalillo County’s 2024 general obligation (GO) bond proposal on Monday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to noon and from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. The presentation will also allow the public to ask questions and provide feedback about the bond proposal. The public…… MORE
Rocket Lab expansion to bring manufacturing jobs to Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Biden-Harris Administration announced Tuesday the Department of Commerce will fund Rocket Lab with up to $23.9 million to enhance the supply of space-grade solar cells used in spacecraft and satellites. Rocket Lab is the parent company of SolAero Technologies, which assembles solar cells at its facility in Albuquerque’s Sandia Science…… MORE
BernCo Commissioners select top three county manager candidates
Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — The top three county manager candidates were selected during tonight’s Bernalillo County Commission meeting. Earlier today, the Board of County Commissioners met in a closed meeting to discuss five candidates the County Manager Search Committee presented to them last week. The top five applicants were interviewed by the full commission…… MORE
Partnership speeds up development of flow batteries for green grid, water
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Most Americans don’t leave home without at least one lithium battery-powered device, and someday, the house itself may have a battery back-up. Sandia National Laboratories battery expert Melissa Meyerson works in a glovebox to setup a lithium-sulfur flow battery. These kinds of batteries have huge potential for being large, safe and…… MORE
