Category Archives: KKOB Local News

Green Flag for Coca-Cola Day at Balloon Fiesta
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - It's another green flag day at the 53rd ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, meaning conditions are safe for flying. Tuesday marks Coca-Cola Day, with a full slate ...
Natassja Leyba Oct 07, 2025

Morning fire
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Just after midnight this morning firefighters responded to a fire at the La Cueva Town Center off of Wyoming and Paseo del Norte. When AFR arrived they found several fires bu...
Mike Gaba Oct 06, 2025

Early voting
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Early voting starts tomorrow in Bernalillo County for the November 4 Regular Local Election. Voters can cast ballots at the Clerk's Annex till October 17, weekdays from 8 a.m...
Mike Gaba Oct 06, 2025

Martin stands pat
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- New Mexico Attorney General Ral Torrez has called McKinley County District Attorney Bernadine Martin unfit for the job, and is seeking to get her out of office. However, Mart...
Mike Gaba Oct 06, 2025

Hot-Air Balloon Crashes into Power Lines in Northwest Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A hot-air balloon struck power lines Monday morning in a northwest Albuquerque neighborhood, prompting a swift response from emergency crews. The crash occurred on the 100 block of...
Natassja Leyba Oct 06, 2025 KOAT SKY 7 Live Stream

"Globiton" Lights Up Los Ranchos with First-Ever Off-Site Balloon Fiesta Event
LOS RANCHOS DE ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta expanded beyond its traditional park setting Monday night with a new community event: Globito Glow in the Village, also ...
Natassja Leyba Oct 06, 2025

Jersey Mike's Franchise Owner Killed in Mesilla Crash
MESILLA, N.M. - A franchise owner of Jersey Mike's Subs was killed early Saturday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Mesilla, according to the Mesilla Marshals Office. Authorities say the crash occu...
Natassja Leyba Oct 06, 2025 Photo by Mesilla Marshals Office

Governor Signs $162 Million Emergency Relief Package to Offset Federal Cuts
SANTA FE, N.M. - Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed a $162 million emergency relief package aimed at protecting food assistance, health care access, and judicial services across New Mexico. Th...
Natassja Leyba Oct 06, 2025

New Mexico Residents Celebrate Balloon Fiesta with Free Admission and Clear Skies
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - New Mexico residents were treated to free admission Monday at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta as part of "New Mexico Day," an annual tradition recognizing the state's ...
Natassja Leyba Oct 06, 2025

Felony Arson Suspect Arrested in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - An Albuquerque man wanted on a felony warrant for arson was arrested Saturday after being spotted by a police officer. According to a social media post from Albuquerque Fire Rescue...
Natassja Leyba Oct 06, 2025