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Our team…
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John Summers is an award-winning longtime veteran of broadcast journalism, proudly serving as the News Radio KKOB News Director, overseeing the on-air and digital news product. Summers was, before landing in ABQ, the Brand Manager and News Director for Saga NewsTalk WHCU-AM & FM/Ithaca, NY. Prior to that, he was Regional Brand Manager and News Director for KPQ-AM and KKWN-FM in Wenatchee, as well as KONA-AM in Tri-Cities, Washington. Summers’ radio ‘tour of duty’ shows a long list of both on-air and voiceover activities at various Los Angeles broadcast facilities, as well as Riverside/San Bernardino, Palm Springs, Dallas, New Orleans, Topeka, Chattanooga, Augusta, Little Rock and Reno. This includes the CBS/Westwood One Radio Networks, Fox Sports Network, and the Kansas Information Network. John’s married to his college sweetheart, Dana. They enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities, globetrotting, astronomy, New Zealand rugby, American football, scuba diving, ice hockey, rodeo, and Aussie Rules Football. John and Dana lived out their Polynesian dream in the South Pacific islands of American Samoa, 2001 to 2005, as co-owners and operators of TV and radio stations. John loves to teach and is an adjunct professor having taught mass media, communications and journalism courses over the years at three universities. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications and work on a master’s degree in National Security Studies from Cal State-San Bernardino.
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Mike Gaba joined the KKOB News Team in 2015 and anchors the award-winning PM news on KKOB radio. Gaba enjoys spending his time hiking and exploring National Parks. His witty interactions with hosts can be heard weekdays from 1pm-6:30pm.
Senate Republican leader asks Governor to respond to leaked audio
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — In response to the Twitter leak of an alleged conversation between GovernorMichelle Lujan Grisham and the Chief of Staff for U.S. Department of Homeland SecuritySecretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Senate Republican Leader, Senator Greg Baca (R-Belen), todayreleased the following statement: “I urge the Governor to verify the validity and explain the context…… MORE
NMED offers 100 free domestic water well tests at Smokey Bear Days in Capitan
Lincoln County, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) is hosting a free domestic well water testing event at Smokey Bear Days in Capitan, New Mexico on May 4, 2024. Free testing will be available from 10 am to 2 pm, Saturday, May 4, 2024,…… MORE
APD detectives arrest suspect for murder, robbery of man found bound, asphyxiated
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD detectives arrested suspect who is charged with the murder of Christopher Fallen in early February 2024 at his home near Carlisle Blvd. and Constitution Ave., N.E. Detectives arrested Daniel Lee Hadders, 27, on Friday evening. Fallen’s deceased body was discovered by his business partners on Feb. 6 inside his home,…… MORE
Bison for Taos Pueblo
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Ten bison from Yellowstone National Park have a new home at the Taos Pueblo. They are joining an existing Pueblo herd of 100 bison. The animals were moved as part of the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Grasslands Keystone Initiative a federal effort to utilize indigenous knowledge to protect North America’s…… MORE
Skeen excessive force trial continues
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The trial against a former Albuquerque Police Department officer accused of dragging a disabled man out of Target on Coors continued Thursday. Kenneth Skeens is accused of using excessive force against Matthew McManus while he was at the self checkout trying to buy a bike. The state argues Skeens use force…… MORE
17 year old stays in custody
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A 17-year-old Albuquerque boy will remain in custody as he faces charges for an alleged armed carjacking that led to a police pursuit Monday. According to police, the teen stole a woman’s car, after the first attempt failed. Once the vehicle was spotted, officer’s began a pursuit. During the pursuit, an…… MORE
Rudy Wendelin’s Smokey Bear paintings featured in Capitan
Capitan, NM (KKOB) — In honor of Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday, the Smokey Bear Historical Park in Capitan will be hosting a two-week exhibit of paintings by Rudy Wendelin, April 30-May 10. Rudy Wendelin began working for the Forest Service in 1933 as a draftsman and illustrator. After a stint as a Navy artist during…… MORE
MADD New Mexico moves headquarters to the Center for Hope and Healing
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) New Mexico is pleased to announce the relocation of its headquarters to The Center for Hope and Healing in Albuquerque. This move represents a significant step forward in MADD NM’s mission to support victims of drunk driving and prevent further tragedies on our roads. The new…… MORE
NM Renewable Energy Transmission Authority announces new executive director
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Renewable Energy Transmission Authority (“RETA”) is pleased to announce Lynn Mostoller will be its next Executive Director beginning July 1, 2024. Ms. Mostoller comes to RETA after practicing law in New Mexico for nearly 20 years. She is a graduate of the University of New Mexico School…… MORE
Help for stray cats
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Jayne Sage founded Albuquerque’s Street Cat Hub in 2014. The organization traps stray cats, neuters them, and puts them back where they were found. The organization partners with entities including the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, allowing them to perform the services for free. Once a cat is neutered and…… MORE
