Category Archives: KKOB Local News

Trump says 'with a high degree of certainty' that suspect in Charlie Kirk killing has been caught
The Associated Press President Donald Trump said Friday that the suspect in the Charlie Kirk killing has been captured. "With a high degree of certainty, we have him," Trump announced in a live interv...
Natassja Leyba Sep 12, 2025

Mohs surgery clinic is expanded
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The UNM Hospital Dermatology Clinic is one of the only clinics in New Mexico offering phototherapy for patients with psoriasis and other chronic inflammatory skin conditions,...
Mike Gaba Sep 11, 2025

Bernalillo County Launches Safety Project for Coors Boulevard Corridor
Albuquerque, NM - Bernalillo County is taking steps to improve safety along a high-risk stretch of roadway in the South Valley. Officials have announced the Coors Boulevard Pedestrian Safety Project, ...
Natassja Leyba Sep 11, 2025

Human Remains Discovered Near U.S. Highway 70 in Alamogordo
Alamogordo, NM - A police investigation is underway after human remains were discovered Wednesday morning near the 1400 block of U.S. Highway 70 in Alamogordo. Officers from the Alamogordo Police Depa...
Natassja Leyba Sep 11, 2025

New Mexico United Dominates Detroit City FC with 4-0 Home Victory
Albuquerque, NM - New Mexico United fans were given a standout performance Wednesday night at Isotopes Park, as the home team cruised to a 4-0 win over Detroit City FC. The victory marked United's fir...
Natassja Leyba Sep 11, 2025

Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot at Utah Valley University Event
Albuquerque, NM - Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot Wednesday during a live event at Utah Valley University. The 31-year-old was spe...
Natassja Leyba Sep 11, 2025

Albuquerque Firefighters Honor 9/11 with Stair Climb and Civic Plaza Ceremony
Albuquerque, NM - September 11, 2025 This morning, firefighters from across the Albuquerque area will gather downtown to take part in the annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, a solemn tradition that bega...
Natassja Leyba Sep 11, 2025 Photo Credit AFR

Insurance rates for some New Mexicans looking to increase
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The Affordable Care Act may not be so affordable for some New Mexicans next year. The state Office of The Superintendent of Insurance says rates will be increasing by up to 5...
Mike Gaba Sep 10, 2025

Pinon Coffee price increase
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --The Land of Enchantments favorite cup of Joe, is about to get pricier. New Mexico Pion Coffee stated the price increase is because their green coffee and packaging vendors are...
Mike Gaba Sep 10, 2025

Valencia County drug bust
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The Valencia County Sheriff's Office released new details about a major drug bust involving fentanyl, meth, and firearms. Deputies say the items were found stashed inside a h...
Mike Gaba Sep 10, 2025