Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- As a stretch of hot weather settles over New Mexico, state health officials are raising concerns about heat-related illnesses. The Department of Health says approximately 770 people have sought emergency treatment for heat-related conditions this y...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson has announced his endorsement for 2026 gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull. Johnson, who served as a Republican governor from 1995 to 2003, has been more recently known as a Libertarian. He ran for president as a...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- A 20-year-old Deming man is headed to federal prison after admitting to selling drugs and an illegally modified firearm and later fleeing from Border Patrol agents. According to the Department of Justice, Gerald Lopez sold cocaine and a Glock handgu...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Bernalillo County Animal Care Services is reopening its canine housing area after extensive repairs and renovations following mold damage that forced part of the facility to close in 2024. County officials say the damage resulted in the loss of 28 canine ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is bringing back Music Fiesta this fall with a new format that combines live music with one of the event's most popular nighttime attractions. Organizers announced that multi-platinum country artist Russell Dic...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - More than 50 volunteers are expected to help improve two Albuquerque high school campuses this weekend as part of United Way of North Central New Mexico's Day of Caring initiative. The annual volunteer event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 8, at Cibola Hi...

Michoacan, Mexico (KKOB) - The United States has suspended avocado inspections in Michoacan, Mexico because of threats made to U.S interests in the state. The inspection of avocados inside Mexico is required before they are exported to the United States and the suspension o...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - New Mexico drivers are seeing some relief at the gas pump as fuel prices continue to trend downward across the state. According to the latest AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch, the statewide average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $3.92,...