Top Local Stories 2025
Hovey case dismissed
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- A judge has dismissed the case against a veteran who previously admitted to shooting at Albuquerque police officers, following his completion of the Community Veterans Court Program. Jeremy Hovey faced up to 12 years in prison but instead completed ...
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Lighting up the runway
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The Albuquerque Sunport has finished installing a new lighting system on one of its runways. Runway 3-21 now features LED lights, replacing a halogen system that dated back nearly 30 years. Airport officials say the upgrades will significantly reduc...
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Slight relief at the pump
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Gas prices across New Mexico are edging lower this week. AAA New Mexico reports the statewide average for regular unleaded is now $3.93 a gallon, down 14 cents from last week but still more than a dollar higher than this time last year. Farmington c...
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Lawsuit filed against CYFD says agency and former group home employee failed teen who died by suicide
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) - A new lawsuit has been filed against the Children, Youth and Families Department, the state Health Care Authority, AMIkids, and a former group home employee following the death of a teenage boy. According to The New Mexican, the lawsuit alleges 16-year-...
10h ago
New Mexico Updates SNAP Verification Process Starting May 1
SANTA FE, N.M. - New Mexico families enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will see changes to the application and renewal process beginning May 1, as the state rolls out a new verification requirement aimed at improving accuracy in benefit determinations...
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Bernalillo active shooter identified charges filed
Bernalillo, NM (KKOB) - Police have identified the man involved in Tuesday morning's active shooter incident in Bernalillo that forced the shutdown of Rail Runner Express service and Bernalillo Public Schools. Investigators say 57-year-old Paul Mendez shot at three people si...
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City of Albuquerque Provides Update on Language Access Efforts
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO - The City of Albuquerque is highlighting progress made in expanding language access across city departments, five years after the issue was formally addressed through a city resolution. The update was shared during an event hosted by the City's Offic...
Apr 15, 2026
New Mexico Reaches $2.25 Million Settlement With Mylan Over EpiPen Pricing
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO - The State of New Mexico has reached a $2.25 million settlement with pharmaceutical company Mylan Inc. over allegations tied to the pricing of EpiPen Auto‑Injector products, which are used to treat severe allergic reactions. Attorney General Ra&uac...
Apr 15, 2026










