Top Local Stories 2026
New Mexico DOJ paralegal arrested in major federal drug and firearms seizure
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - 45 year old Angel Ramirez of Albuquerque who worked as a paralegal with the New Mexico Department of Justice, is now facing federal drug trafficking and gun charges in what the feds are calling a record drug bust. On Oct. 28th, a U.S. Magistrate Judg...
2h ago
Ben Ray Lujan easily wins reelection to a now Democrat controlled Senate
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - In the U.S. Senate race, Ben Ray Lujan will be join a new Democratic majority in the Senate as he easily defeated Republican Larry Marker with just over 63% compared to 36-point eight percent for Marker. Regionallly, James Talarico becomes the first ...
3h ago
All three NM Congressional members handedly win reelection as Democrats take back the House of Representatives
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - In New Mexico's three congressional races the results came out as the poll's had indicated before Tuesday with all three representatives retaining their seats. In Congressional District 1, Melanie Stansbury retains her seat over Ndidiamaka Okapareke...
4h ago
Democrats win all major statewide races in New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - In statewide races in New Mexico, Democrats winning all major state offices. Attorney General Raul Torrez winning his race handidly Joseph Maestas wins his race for State Auditor Democrat Juan de Jesus Sanchez will be the states new Land Commissioner...
4h ago
Gregg Hull Concedes Race to Haaland
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --The festive mood at Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull's campaign party came to an end about 10:30 last night as he conceded the governor's race to his opponent Deb Haaland. Mayor Hull thanked his family and supporters and said he was proud of the ca...
11h ago
Deb Haaland elected Governor defeating former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Former Secretary of Interior Deb Haaland has been elected as the next Governor of New Mexico by a 56% to 44% in the latest returns as of 9:30 p.m. Tuesday night. Haaland will be the first Native American female Governor in the U.S. and first Native ...
13h ago
BernCo Treasurer's Office partnering with local centers to offer property tax payment assistance
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - The Bernalillo County Treasurer's Office is partnering with local city and county centers to host a series of outreach events designed to help property owners pay their 2026 property taxes online. Property tax bills are currently being mailed countyw...
23h ago
Governor requests major disaster declaration from President for flooding across NM
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) - Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has asked President Donald Trump to issue a major disaster declaration related to the recent flooding across New Mexico. The Governor requested an emergency declaration last week to reimburse the state for rescues, emerge...
Nov 3, 2026
