Category Archives: KKOB Local News
New Study Ranks New Mexico Among Most Dangerous States for Delivery Drivers
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - New Mexico ranks as the ninth most dangerous state in the nation for delivery drivers, according to a new study analyzing roadway risks and job-related hazards across 29 states. Th...
Jul 30, 2026
Missing Person Alert: APD Searching for Man Last Seen Leaving UNM Hospital
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The Albuquerque Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing man. According to APD, Andrew Jolley was last seen leaving University of New Mexico Hospital...
Jul 30, 2026
New Mexico Supreme Court Rules on Teen's Hospital Statements
SANTA FE, N.M. - The New Mexico Supreme Court has ruled that statements made by Alexee Trevizo to her doctor while receiving emergency medical treatment cannot be used as evidence in the criminal case...
Jul 30, 2026
AAA: New Mexico Gas Prices Continue Rising While National Average Holds Steady
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - New Mexico drivers are paying slightly more at the pump this week, even as gas prices nationwide remain unchanged. According to the latest AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch, the sta...
Jul 30, 2026
Rail Trail loop expansion to continue
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - Albuquerque is moving forward with the next phase of its Rail Trail project, a planned seven-mile loop connecting several major destinations across the city. The upcoming sect...
Jul 30, 2026
Taos to stop using Flock cameras
Taos, NM (KKOB) - While some cities including Albuquerque and Rio Rancho are increasing the use of Flock cameras or license plate reader cameras, one New Mexico town is taking them down and won't be u...
Jul 30, 2026
NM loses Department of Energy grants as part of "Blue State" cuts by Trump administration
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) - In a report by our news partners, The Albuquerque Journal, federal court records indicate that money that was supposed to come to New Mexico from the U.S Department of Energy was...
Jul 30, 2026 phonlamai / Depositphotos.com
Santa Fe City Council votes to close streets around the Plaza to vehicles during summer months
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB)- The Santa Fe City Council has approved a plan to close the Santa Fe Plaza to vehicle traffic during the summer, beginning in 2027. Councilors voted 6-2 Wednesday to close the Plaz...
Jul 30, 2026 Courtesy: Tourism Santa Fe
NM Democratic Party choses Garcia Richard as candidate for Lieutenant Governor
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) - New Mexico Democrats have officially selected a nominee for lieutenant governor ahead of the November election. The Democratic Party of New Mexico announced that current Land ...
Jul 30, 2026
New Report: New Mexico Ranks 18th in Nation for Travel Scam Losses
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - As Labor Day travel plans begin taking shape, a new analysis suggests vacation scams continue to cost New Mexicans significant amounts of money each year. According to a report fro...
Jul 30, 2026
