Category Archives: KKOB Local News

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --A man and woman are dead following a shooting near Walmart in Durango, Colorado. Police say the incident happened Thursday evening on South Camino Del Rio. Investigators belie...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- New Mexico's Motor Vehicle Department is pausing commercial driver's licenses and learner's permits for foreign nationals without permanent U.S. residency. The move follows n...

The skies over Albuquerque are about to come alive with color as the 2025 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta kicks off October 4-12. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Fiesta fan,...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Is it the end of an era? The 19 year old Darth Vader hot air balloon may be flying its last event if a new balloon isn't possible. According to balloon owner, Benoit Lambert,...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The New Mexico State University Foundation has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise $10,000 to support the appearances of the university's mascot, "Pistol Pete". 'Funds ...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The University of New Mexico has launched a study to modernize University Stadium and revitalize the South Campus into a mixed-use, economic development district. The study w...

Farmington, NM - A suspected street race in Farmington ended in a violent crash and explosion, leaving one person injured and another facing charges. Late Friday night, Farmington police attempted to ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -An Albuquerque teen already facing homicide charges is now accused of aggravated battery in a separate incident that occurred just hours before the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Ang...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- The U.S. Forest Service is launching a major wildfire prevention project this fall in northern New Mexico. The Encino Vista Landscape Restoration Project will cover nearly 12...

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) -- Tuesday, Mayor Tim Keller signed off on the "Patch Program". The program is part of a citywide effort to keep low-income people in their homes. PATCH is short for "Preserving...