APD arrests two more suspects in July 4th homicide

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD officers arrested two more suspects for the July 4, 2023, murder of Alfonso Aguilar during a carjacking in Southeast Albuquerque. Officers arrested Lacey Cormier, 40, and Joseph Griego, 28, for shoplifting today. They learned Cormier and Griego had arrest warrants for the July 4 murder. A third suspect, Juan Delarosa,…MORE

PNM taking measures against scam calls

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — PNM, provider of electricity in New Mexico, is warning customers of the rising tide of scam calls during this holiday season. As the holidays approach, scammers become more aggressive, preying on unsuspecting customers to defraud them of their hard-earned money. There have been 355 reported scam calls so far this year.…MORE

Biden administration officials announce final federal oil and gas emissions rules 

Dubai (KKOB) — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan and White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi in announcing the final federal rules that will reduce emissions from the oil and gas industry.   Administrator Regan made the announcement during a press conference at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in…MORE

NMSU and Fresno State face-off in 18th annual Isleta New Mexico Bowl

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — New Mexico State and Fresno State have been selected to participate in the 18th annual Isleta New Mexico Bowl. The game will be played Saturday, Dec. 16 at 3:45 pm MT at University Stadium in Albuquerque and will be televised nationally on ESPN and broadcast on Bowl Season Radio. The Aggies (10-4,…MORE

UPDATE–BCSO finds missing family

Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — BCSO officials aren’t saying much except this morning the family’s found and all the kids are accounted for. Authorities tell us an investigation is underway. +++++++++++++++ Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office urgently asks the public to help find a missing family. They may be with…MORE

APD charges 21-year-old for shooting death of friend

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD homicide detectives charged 21-year-old Noah Rodriguez for the shooting death of his friend during a fight at his West Side home on Wednesday. The victim’s next of kin has not been notified and detectives request that his name not be published until notification is made. Detectives determined that Rodriguez was…MORE

Two more manufacturers pick New Mexico Borderplex for expansion 

Santa Teresa, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Economic Development Department announced today that two more companies have been awarded state economic assistance to boost manufacturing expansions and create jobs at New Mexico’s international Borderplex in Santa Teresa.    The newest additions to Santa Teresa are Coast Aluminum and Monti Inc.    Investing in New…MORE

CABQ recognized for excellence in financial reporting 

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The City of Albuquerque’s Department of Finance and Administrative Services (DFAS) has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year 2022. The City received the Certificate…MORE

BernCo Treasurer reminds property owners of first half property taxes

Bernalillo County, NM (KKOB) — Bernalillo County Treasurer Nancy Bearce reminds property owners the due date for the first half of the tax bill is Monday, Dec. 11, 2023. Property taxpayers can pay their taxes online and can access their account information 24/7 here. To make a payment arrangement, call 505-468-7031 or email the Treasurer’s…MORE

Councilor Peña part of National Cruising Community Policing conference

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — This week, City Councilor Klarissa Peña is traveling to National City, California to participate in the Mid-Year National Cruising Community Policing Conference on December 1-2, 2023. Councilor Peña has been the leading voice in building a national movement to repeal anti-cruising legislation and to create community policing programs based on cruising…MORE