Category Archives: KKOB Local News
Teens Indicted in Española Murder and Shooting Attempt
ESPAOLA, N.M. - Two 15-year-olds have been indicted in connection with a deadly crime spree in Espaola that left one woman dead and targeted individuals outside a homeless shelter. A grand jury charge...
Oct 09, 2025
Albuquerque Teen Accused of Bringing Gun to School Will Be Released to Parents
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A 14-year-old student in Albuquerque who was arrested for bringing a gun to school is scheduled to be released to his parents, following a juvenile court ruling on Tuesday afternoo...
Oct 09, 2025
Investigation Underway After Shooting Near Sadie's Restaurant in Northeast Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M - Albuquerque Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday afternoon near Sadie's restaurant on Academy Road in the city's northeast area. Officers responded to reports...
Oct 09, 2025
Latino Population Hits Historic High Nationwide - Nearly Half of New Mexico Identifies as Latino
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - For the first time in U.S. history, one in five Americans identify as Latino, according to a new study from UCLA and California Lutheran University. Using 2024 Census data, researc...
Oct 08, 2025
One Week Left to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance in Lincoln and Doña Ana Counties
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Residents and business owners in Lincoln and Doa Ana counties have until October 15 to apply for federal disaster assistance following severe storms, flooding, and landslides that ...
Oct 08, 2025
APD Confirms Jayvon Givan's Death Was a Suicide, Not Recent
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Albuquerque police have confirmed that Jayvon Givan died by suicide in September 2024, despite recent social media claims suggesting he was recently lynched. According to a police ...
Oct 08, 2025
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 ...
Oct 07, 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...
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 ...
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...
Oct 06, 2025 Photo by Mesilla Marshals Office
