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Albuquerque
Bernalillo County, New Mexico
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Albuquerque pays $950,000 after police chief runs red light and injures driver
Albuquerque has paid $950,000 to settle a lawsuit brought by Todd Perchert, who was critically injured when then-Police Chief Harold Medina ran a red light and struck his car in February 2024. Perchert suffered multiple…
Health care business leaves Albuquerque for Denver: a look behind the headline
Cardiac-health startup Karoo, founded in Albuquerque, is relocating to Denver after its leaders concluded the company had outgrown New Mexico’s talent pool. CEO Ian Koons also cited concerns about crime, school quality…
Balcony partially collapses at Mont 44 apartments in NE Albuquerque
A balcony has partially collapsed at the Mont 44 apartment complex in northeast Albuquerque, with caution tape placed around the damaged area. Video shown by KOB 4 captured part of the structure hanging beneath the…
ABQ BioPark transitions to wintertime hours ahead of River of Lights
Albuquerque’s BioPark is changing its seasonal schedule ahead of the River of Lights. Starting next week, the Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden will be closed on Mondays. From December 1 through January 3, the Aquarium…
Veterans Day in New Mexico: What to know, what's going on
New Mexico communities are holding Veterans Day events, including Albuquerque’s annual parade from USS Bullhead Memorial Park to the New Mexico Veterans Memorial Park. Rio Rancho is also hosting a parade and ceremony…
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Albuquerque to celebrate Route 66's official 100th anniversary
Albuquerque is marking the 100th anniversary of Route 66’s commissioning on November 11 with celebrations at the historic downtown intersection of Central Avenue and Fourth Street. Visit Albuquerque is offering free…
12/8/2026 – Luncheon feat. David Abbey (Albuquerque)
The Rio Grande Foundation will hold its final luncheon of the year on December 8 at Albuquerque’s Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, featuring former New Mexico Legislative Finance Committee director David Abbey. Abbey, who…
Peatón muere atropellado en Albuquerque; cierran cruce de 2nd Street y Osuna
Un peatón murió atropellado por un vehículo antes de las 5 a. m. del miércoles en el noroeste de Albuquerque, informó la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Bernalillo. El accidente ocurrió en el cruce de 2nd Street y…
BCSO: Crash leaves 1 dead in NW Albuquerque
A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle in northwest Albuquerque, according to the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. The crash occurred at Second Street NW and Osuna Road NW. Deputies are…
Jake Hall scores 39 and is proving to be more than just an outside shooter
New Mexico forward Jake Hall scored a career-high 39 points as the Lobos defeated Little Rock 94–69 at The Pit on Tuesday, improving their record to 3–0. Hall made six three-pointers but scored 21 points inside the arc…
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Con Sabor Dance Company brings the Latin dance community to ABQ; Pop! NM
Con Sabor Dance Company is bringing Albuquerque’s Latin dance community into focus in a Pop! NM feature. The company connects local dancers through Latin dance and community activities. The available report identifies…
Veterans Day carries added meaning in wartime
In a Veterans Day column, Jeff Tucker reflects on how military service shaped generations of families and communities. Drawing on memories of relatives who served in World War II and Vietnam, he considers the different…
Diaz Runs to Fourth as Mescalero Apache, Cloudcroft Close Season at State
Azellia Diaz finished fourth in the girls’ race at the NMAA Class 2A State Cross Country Championships at Albuquerque Academy, leading Mescalero Apache to eighth place in the team standings. Cloudcroft’s girls placed…
New Mexico's Rytis Petraitis: Surprising appearance Tuesday
Rytis Petraitis, que arrastraba una lesión de tobillo y era duda hasta pocas horas antes del partido, volvió a jugar el martes en la victoria de New Mexico por 94-69 sobre Little Rock. El alero salió desde el banquillo…
Jake Hall scores 39 points to lead UNM to a 94-69 victory over Little Rock
Jake Hall scored 39 points to lead New Mexico to a 94-69 win over Little Rock. Hall’s scoring performance powered the Lobos to a decisive victory, with the team finishing 25 points ahead. The result was a strong showing…
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New Mexico mom warned neighbors her son, 10, is ‘going to shoot you’ before he killed teen over noise dispute fight
A New Mexico mother, Elaina Gomez-Villeda, remains in jail following charges related to the fatal shooting of her 16-year-old neighbor by her 10-year-old son. Prosecutors allege the mother warned neighbors her son would…
UNM's Soccer 2026 Season Comes to an End After Missing Mountain West Championships
The University of New Mexico women’s soccer team has ended its 2025 season after missing the Mountain West tournament. The Lobos finished 8-4-5 overall and 5-2-3 in conference play, outside the top four under the…
Guards shine as UNM Lobos improve to 3-0 on season
The UNM Lobos improved to 3-0 on the season following a dominant 94-69 victory over Little Rock at The Pit on Tuesday. Sophomore guard Jake Hall led the charge with a career-high 39 points, while teammate Uriah Tenette…
NM United gets some individual honors while looking for team title
New Mexico United goalkeeper Kris Shakes and defender Kipp Keller were selected for the USL Championship All-League first team, the Albuquerque Journal reports. Shakes led the league with 124 saves, while Keller was…
New Westside center honors advocate Conway Wood
Albuquerque leaders and residents celebrated the opening of the Conway Wood Northwest Multigenerational Center on Tuesday. The 15,000-square-foot facility on the city’s West Side will provide recreation and gathering…
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Dolores Huerta’s casket, built by New Mexico union carpenters, begins journey to California
A walnut casket built by Albuquerque’s Carpenters Local Union 1319 for labor leader Dolores Huerta began its journey to California on Tuesday. Family, friends and New Mexico officials gathered at the union hall in…
Will New Mexico’s ‘historic’ $20M investment in after-school programs pay off?
New Mexico has allocated a record $20 million for after-school and summer programs, aiming to expand access and improve educational outcomes. Nearly 46,300 students currently attend such programs, while advocates say…
Mother in viral road rage case released
A judge released Jenipher Lewis from jail Tuesday after reversing an earlier order that had held her until trial in an Albuquerque road-rage case. Her attorneys said she was accepted into the outpatient treatment…
Local man shares how a scammer stole $4K from his bank account
A New Mexico man says he lost $4,000 after a caller posing as a First Financial Credit Union fraud department representative asked him for verification codes and his account password. James Anderson said the caller…
Local restaurant owner reports 6 fires outside business this year
The owner of El Sinaloense in Albuquerque says six fires outside his restaurant this year have caused smoke damage and raised safety concerns. Leonardo Hernandez said security footage captured two men near a fire in…
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RFK Jr. spotted in Albuquerque Tuesday
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made an unannounced stop in Albuquerque on Tuesday, visiting the newly reopened Tomasita’s restaurant. Customers told KOB 4 he stopped for a quick meal. State Republican…
Albuquerque Monopoly game debuts featuring local landmarks and businesses
An official Albuquerque edition of Monopoly has been released, featuring local landmarks, parks and businesses. The game was unveiled at the Sandia Peak Tramway on Tuesday, with Mayor Tim Keller attending. The tram…
Above-normal temperatures and patchy fog expected in parts of New Mexico
Most of New Mexico is forecast to remain dry and quiet Tuesday night and Wednesday, with above-normal temperatures and mostly sunny skies. Patchy fog or low clouds may develop in eastern parts of the state, though…
Former Albuquerque officer on trial for deadly hit-and-run at Coors and Central
The trial of former Albuquerque police officer Krystal Garcia began Monday over a fatal hit-and-run at Coors and Central. Investigators say Garcia and fellow off-duty officer Ezekiel Florez were on a speeding motorcycle…