Category Archives: KKOB Local News
APD Investigating Southwest Albuquerque Shooting
Albuquerque, NM - Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at a residence on the 1000th block of Round Up Place SW. According to the Albuquerque Police Department, one person was critically i...
Oct 16, 2025
Final Day to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance in Lincoln and Doña Ana Counties
SANTA FE, N.M. - Homeowners, renters, and businesses in Lincoln and Doa Ana counties have until Wednesday, October 15 to apply for federal disaster assistance related to damage from severe storms, flo...
Oct 15, 2025
Bernalillo County Selects Site for Future North Valley Center for All Ages
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. - The Bernalillo County Commission has approved the purchase of a 2.3-acre parcel at 3501 Fourth Street NW for the future construction of the North Valley Center for All Ages. ...
Oct 15, 2025
Albuquerque Mayoral Debate Set for Tonight
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Four candidates for Albuquerque mayor will take the stage tonight in a televised debate hosted by KOAT Action 7 News, the Albuquerque Journal, and News Radio KKOB. The event is par...
Oct 15, 2025
Sunport Blvd Rehab Project Begins: Lane Closures Through October 16
ALBUQUERQUE, NM - Construction is officially underway on the Sunport Boulevard Rehab Project, aimed at improving road conditions near the Albuquerque International Sunport. Starting today, the two lef...
Oct 15, 2025
Albuquerque Water Authority Asks Residents to "Imagine a Day Without Water"
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - On Thursday, October 16, the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority is inviting the community to take part in "Imagine a Day Without Water," a national awareness cam...
Oct 15, 2025
BREAKING Senator Nicholas Paul Resigns from New Mexico State Senate
ALAMOGORDO, N.M. - State Senator Nicholas Paul announced Tuesday that he is resigning from the New Mexico State Senate, effective October 14, 2025. Paul, a Republican representing District 33, cited r...
Oct 14, 2025
UPDATE Fire Damages Bell Tower at Hinkle Family Fun Center in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A fire early Tuesday morning caused damage to the Hinkle Family Fun Center in northeast Albuquerque. According to Albuquerque Fire Rescue, crews were dispatched at 1:54 a.m. to the...
Oct 14, 2025 Photo Credit AFR
Fire Breaks Out at Popular Albuquerque Attraction
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Fire crews responded to a blaze at the Hinkle Fun Center early Tuesday morning. Albuquerque Fire Rescue says the call came in just before 2 a.m. from the entertainment venue locate...
Oct 14, 2025
New Mexico EMS Response Times Among Slowest in U.S., Study Finds
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A recent study analyzing emergency medical service (EMS) response times across 47 states found that New Mexico's average response time was 12.14 minutes, placing it among the slowe...
Oct 13, 2025
