CORONA, N.M. - A major environmental cleanup project is scheduled to begin next week at seven abandoned mine sites in the Gallinas Mountains near Corona, as federal officials work to address decades-old contamination and safety hazards left behind by historic mining operations. The U.S. Forest Service announced that co...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- A new study is raising concerns about air quality in the Permian Basin, including parts of southeastern New Mexico. Researchers found elevated levels of pollutants linked to oil and gas operations, including radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can increase the risk of lung cancer...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The New Mexico Cattle Growers' Association has opened scholarship applications for agriculture students in the state. NMCGA President Tom Paterson reports there are several scholarship opportunities, including: the 2026 Fall Scholarship Program, Class III of the Linda Davis Young Cattlemen's L...

Estancia, NM (KKOB) - Authorities executed a search warrant at a large-scale illegal cannabis farm in Torrance County on Thursday, resulting in the seizure and destruction of an estimated 6,300 illegal cannabis plants, weighing 21,000 pounds. The operation was conducted by the NM Regulation and Licensing Department's ...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --Clovis community members have come together to help the family of a New Mexico lineman who was killed while trying to restore power after last week's storms. Ian Massey was working on a utility pole Friday when it fell into water, electrocuting him. A Go Fund Me page is now set up for the famil...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --PNM is reminding customers to take advantage of free programs to help reduce energy use and manage monthly bills. The Utility offers a free Home Energy Checkup to help customers learn practical ways to lower energy use, improve efficiency, and better understand how their home consumes electrici...

Bernalillo, NM (KKOB) - State Representative Alan Martinez will host the New Mexico Future Jobs Summit on Thursday, October 1, The summit will bring together leaders from industry, education and emerging technology fields to discuss the jobs, skills and industries shaping New Mexico's future workforce. The summit will...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --As cooler weather makes its way into Albuquerque, the city's Animal Welfare Department is now accepting new or gently used, medium to large dog houses. You can drop off a doghouse at either the Eastside shelter at 8920 Lomas NE or the Westside shelter at 11800 Sunset Gardens Rd., SW. You can a...