Top Local Stories 2025
Cibola County man charged with killing transgender person
Cibola County, NM (KKOB) - A Cibola County is now facing three felony charges including second-degree murder for the death of a transgender person in April in Cibola County. 57-year old David Thomas Byington is accused of shooting and killing 39-year old Lucas Knapp during ...
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Man arrested in connection with shooting that killed innocent bystander to remain in jail
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - An Albuquerque man arrested for a shooting last month in a road rage incident where an innocent bystander was shot in the head and killed, will remain in jail until his trial. Judge Courtney Weaks. granted the request by the state to keep Rory Horow...
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Police investigating two separate shootings within 24 hours near UNM resulting in one dead another in critical condition
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - APD homicide detectives are investigating a shooting where a woman was shot in the area of Vermont and Central ave near UNM. This was the second shooting in the area in a 24-hour period. The shooting happened Thursday around noon. The woman was foun...
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One dead in three car crash in Northeast Albuquerque Thursday night
Albuquerque, NM(KKOB) - APD's Fatal Crash Team is investigating a three-vehicle, deadly crash that occurred Thursday evening on Eubank Blvd. and Layton Ave., N.E. and according to initial reports the cause was due to one driver running a red light. The crash involved a Kia...
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UPDATE: Line Fire Evacuations Lifted
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --An update on The Line Fire burning in Quay County. Evacuations have been lifted for the community of Nara Visa as fire crews were able to beat back flames and protect the town. The fire has burned an estimated 20,000 acres and containment is now at 2...
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APS and New Mexico United to Host Education Appreciation Night and Career Fair
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO - Albuquerque Public Schools and New Mexico United are partnering to host a combined celebration of education, career readiness, and community engagement later this month. The event, called "APS Education Appreciation Night," is scheduled fo...
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Early Morning Fire
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --AFR was at the scene of a fire near Louisiana and Zuni early this morning at a karate dojo location. It was first reported to be a fire along the fence but when crews arrived the building was on fire. The blaze was brought under control within 16 min...
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Stranded Hiker Rescued
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --A stranded hiker was rescued by a NM Army National Guard aviation medevac team Wednesday evening. Officials say the hiker became lost and incapacitated in remote terrain in Lincoln County. The man was reported to be dehydrated and incoherent at times...
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