Top Local Stories 2026
Jupiter continues forward
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Construction continues on the massive Project Jupiter data center development in southern New Mexico despite recent court orders putting key permits on hold. The facility near Santa Teresa is expected to become one of the largest data centers in the...
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Take A Ride on Us Offers Discounted Rides Over Labor Day Weekend
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Residents in Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties will once again have access to discounted Uber rides during Labor Day weekend through the "Take A Ride on Us" program. The initiative will run from 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4, through 2 a.m. ...
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Targeting birth tourism
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The U.S. Department of State says it has revoked more than 900 visas as part of a new task force targeting birth tourism. Federal officials say the effort focuses on people who allegedly misrepresent the purpose of their travel when applying for tou...
7h ago
Truth or Consequences Orders Immediate Citywide Water Shutdown
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, N.M. - City officials have ordered an immediate shutdown of water service across Truth or Consequences following equipment failures and a water main break that significantly reduced the community's water supply. According to the city, crews are respond...
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Lifting of Lea County's screwworm zone
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Federal agriculture officials have lifted New Mexico's restricted New World screwworm infested zone in Lea County. The zone was established in June after the state's first screwworm case was detected in a pet dog. The USDA says no additional infecti...
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Goatheads Continue Building Inaugural Roster
RIO RANCHO, N.M. - The New Mexico Goatheads have added another player to their inaugural roster, announcing the signing of defenseman Aaron Chiarot to an ECHL contract for the 2026-27 season. Chiarot joins New Mexico after his rookie professional season, during which he play...
8h ago
Whiskey Fire Grows to 351 Acres Near Mountainair
MOUNTAINAIR, N.M. - Firefighters continue working to contain the Whiskey Fire in the Manzano Mountains, where crews are making progress on suppression efforts and contingency preparations. The lightning-caused fire, first reported on Aug. 21, has grown to 351 acres and remai...
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Sandia Rocket Test Provides Data for Future Nuclear Deterrence Program
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Sandia National Laboratories says a recent sounding rocket flight test has provided engineers with new data that will help support development of the W93 warhead, the first new U.S. nuclear warhead program in nearly 30 years. The test, known as Atrax, was...
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