Top Local Stories 2025
Toxic plume is spreading
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- A toxic chromium plume from Los Alamos National Laboratory has spread onto Pueblo de San Ildefonso land, with contamination levels exceeding state groundwater standards. The New Mexico Environment Department says there is no imminent threat to drink...
10h ago
Searching for Waheed
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --APD is searching for Jameel Waheed. He was allegedly involved in a shooting in downtown Albuquerque on Tuesday. The shooting took place at the All Eyes On Me Barber Shop near Fifth Street and Central Avenue. Waheed's wanted on charges of aggravate...
10h ago
Seeking Paul replacement
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Nominees have been selected by three county commissions in SE NM to replace Nicholas Paul in the Senate. Paul, a republican in Alamogordo announced his resignation in mid-October due to health reasons after less than a year in the seat. Senate Dist ...
11h ago
Final Numbers Released for 2025 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Albuquerque, N.M. - Organizers have released final attendance and participation figures for the 53rd ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, held October 4-12, 2025. This year's event featured: 537 registered hot air balloons, including 103 special shapes-11 of ...
Nov 13, 2025
Nine APS Schools Improve Academic Performance, Removed from State Oversight List
Albuquerque, N.M. - Several Albuquerque Public Schools have shown significant improvement in academics and student performance, earning removal from the state's oversight list. Nine schools are now in "good standing" based on results from the 2024-2025 school year:...
Nov 13, 2025
Bernalillo County Sheriff Launches New Task Force Targeting Repeat Offenders
Albuquerque, N.M. - The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office has announced a new multi-agency operation focused on arresting repeat offenders. Sheriff John Allen revealed the initiative, called Operation Triple Beam, Wednesday night following a deputy-involved shooting in Albu...
Nov 13, 2025
Gas Prices Hold Steady Across New Mexico Ahead of Holiday Travel
Albuquerque, N.M. - Gas prices in New Mexico remain stable and close to year-ago levels, according to AAA New Mexico's Weekend Gas Watch. The statewide average for regular unleaded is $2.81 per gallon, down eight cents from last week and eight cents from this time last year....
Nov 13, 2025
Law Enforcement Shooting Under Investigation After Central Avenue Incident
Albuquerque, N.M. - The Multi-Agency Task Force is investigating a law enforcement shooting that happened Wednesday on Central Avenue in Albuquerque. According to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office, the incident began during a traffic stop involving several people inside...
Nov 13, 2025
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