Category Archives: KKOB Local News

Huerta arrested
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --17-year-old Eduardo Huerta was arrested today (THURS) for the murder in January of 17 year old Ethan Cruz, during an attempt to sell a firearm. The two teens communicated thro...
Mike Gaba Feb 19, 2026

AAA New Mexico Gas Prices Dip
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - New Mexico drivers are enjoying a small but noticeable break at the pump this week. AAA New Mexico reports the statewide average for regular unleaded is now $2.60 a gallon, down 12...
Natassja Leyba Feb 19, 2026

New Mexico Reopens Investigation Into Epstein's Former Zorro Ranch
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO - The New Mexico Department of Justice is taking another look at Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch, reopening a criminal investigation that was closed nearly seven years ago...
Natassja Leyba Feb 19, 2026 photo credit realtor.com
Governor Highlights Major Policy Wins as Final Legislative Session Wraps
SANTA FE, N.M. - Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is marking the end of her final legislative session by celebrating a wide slate of bills approved by New Mexico lawmakers, including reforms in health ...
Natassja Leyba Feb 19, 2026
Jury Selection Begins for Second Suspect in Deadly Young Park Shooting
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - Jury selection is set to begin this morning for Nathan Rivas, the second of four suspects to go to trial in connection with the deadly 2025 shooting at Young Park. Rivas is the brot...
Natassja Leyba Feb 19, 2026

EMT Stabbed by Patient in Moving Ambulance
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO - A New Mexico EMT was stabbed by a patient in the back of a moving ambulance Wednesday afternoon, according to the Grant County Sheriff's Office. Gila Regional Medical Center ...
Natassja Leyba Feb 19, 2026

State budget of $11.1 billion approved goes to Governor's desk
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) - Tuesday night with just a few hours to spare, the state legislature approved a new budget bill. The state's budget at $11.1 billion, includes tax credits for doctors practicing i...
Zoltan Csanyi Feb 19, 2026

Zoning change proposal for single-family neighborhoods voted down by Albuquerque City Council
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB)- A proposed zoning change which would have allowed townhomes and duplexes in single-family neighborhoods anywhere in the city, was voted down Tuesday night by the Albuquerque ci...
Zoltan Csanyi Feb 19, 2026

New water plant for Las Vegas
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Construction on a new water treatment plant in Las Vegas, New Mexico is set to begin this summer. Officials say the plant will help resolve ongoing water infrastructure issue...
Mike Gaba Feb 18, 2026

High winds equals flying recycling bins
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The City of Santa Fe is reminding residents to keep blue recycling carts off the curb during high-wind events. According to the Environmental Services Division, strong gusts ...
Mike Gaba Feb 18, 2026








