Category Archives: KKOB Local News
Intimidating bridge
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The Taos Gorge Bridge is drawing national attention after being ranked the third most intimidating bridge for cyclists. The ranking comes from a survey of thousands of riders...
Jun 03, 2026
Addressing copper theft in Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- A new proposal from Albuquerque city councilors looks to address a recent rise in copper wire thefts, especially along East Central. The ordinance would expand current rules ...
Jun 03, 2026
Free well water testing event planned for Pecos residents this weekend
SAN MIGUEL COUNTY, N.M. - Pecos residents who rely on private wells for drinking water will have an opportunity to get their water tested for free this weekend. The New Mexico Environment Department a...
Jun 03, 2026
Bernalillo County urging residents to sign-up for emergency alerts
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - With increased fire activity, Bernalillo County is reminding residents to sign up for emergency alerts. The Everbridge system is a free service available to people in unincorp...
Jun 03, 2026
U.S. Forest Service launches new app to help plan trips to national forests
The U.S. Forest Service has released a new mobile app designed to help people plan visits to national forests and grasslands, including popular recreation areas across New Mexico. The National Forests...
Jun 03, 2026
East Mountain prepares for new middle school expansion
SANDIA PARK, N.M. - Residents in the East Mountain area east of Albuquerque will be soon be seeing an expansion of the East Mountain Middle School. A groundbreaking ceremony was held to celebrate the ...
Jun 03, 2026 East Mountain residents gather for the groundbreaking at East Mountain Middle School
One person taken to hospital after overnight house fire
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Albuquerque Fire Rescue were called to a house fire around midnight Tuesday night, in the 6600 block of San Blas Pl NW. Firefighters saw smoke showing upon arrival to the resi...
Jun 03, 2026
APD investigating homicide in Southeast Albuquerque apartment
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Homicide detectives for Albuquerque police are on the scene of an apparent murder this morning on the 1200 block of Madeira Dr SE. APD tells News Radio KKOB that the initial c...
Jun 03, 2026 Courtesy: KOAT
Deb Haaland Wins Democratic Primary for Governor
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB)--Deb Haaland is now the democratic nominee for New Mexico's next Governor. Haaland easily won her primary against opponent Sam Bregman. At Albuquerque's Old Town Plaza Haaland t...
Jun 02, 2026
Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull wins GOP nomination for Governor
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Gregg Hull is the projected winner for the Republican nomination for Governor by defeating two other candidates vying for the nomination. Hull, who served as Mayor of Rio Ranc...
Jun 02, 2026
