Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) will hold its first public quarterly veterans’ community meeting of the year on February 28 in Albuquerque at the New Mexico Veterans Memorial, at 1100 Louisiana Blvd. SE. The meeting will be from 9 a.m. to noon in the Memorial’s conference room. DVS…… MORE
Dana Flannery to lead New Mexico Medicaid
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — Monday, the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced the appointment of Dana Flannery as the new director for the New Mexico Medicaid program. Flannery, a health care industry expert, brings a wealth of experience in public health policy and Medicaid leadership, with a career spanning over two decades in…… MORE
Pickleball arrives in southwest Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The Parks & Recreation Department’s (PRD) newest pickleball courts at Pat Hurley Park are complete and ready for players. These courts are the first dedicated pickleball courts located in the southwest quadrant of the City. We continue to invest in quality-of-life projects across our city that strengthen our community and promote…… MORE
APD investigating another fatal crash involving pedestrian
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD’s Fatal Team is investigating a Saturday overnight vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a pedestrian at Tramway and Montgomery Blvd. The vehicle, a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser, was southbound on Tramway in the left lane. A witness stated the vehicle appeared to be going the speed limit. The…… MORE
More paw-some opportunities for ABQ’s furry friends and their families
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Saturday, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and the Parks & Recreation Department (PRD) celebrated the opening of seven new dog parks in neighborhoods across the City. These dog parks are smaller than a standard dog park, but they take advantage of unused or underutilized areas within existing parks and City-owned lands. “As…… MORE
Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District announces start of 2024 irrigation season
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Water managers at the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District are preparing for the upcoming irrigation season in the middle valley, which will commence earlier compared to last year. Beginning Monday, February 26, MRGCD water managers will start charging, flushing and ensuring proper operation of canals. “Our team spends the off-season tackling…… MORE
Last week for early voting for Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, Cuba, Jemez Springs
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Voters in Rio Rancho have an opportunity to vote in their local municipal election for the next three weeks. On the ballot are three city council races, bond issues and two ballot questions for the Los Diamantes Public Improvement District. In the town of Bernalillo, two town councilors and a municipal…… MORE
Ant Thornton declares candidacy for State Senate
Sandia Park, NM (KKOB) — Dr. Anthony “Ant” Thornton is announcing his candidacy forthe New Mexico State Senate, District 19.“I am running for State Senate District 19 to replace Dr. Gregg Schmedes. Dr. Schmedesrecently announced his retirement from office and I want to thank him for his service andleadership: he has served as a great…… MORE
NM JPEC appoints Malott as newest member
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) has appointed the Honorable Alan M. Malott, a retired district court judge, as its newest member. Judge Malott has practiced law for nearly 45 years in New Mexico. He served as a District Court Judge in the 2nd Judicial District from 2009-2018…… MORE
APD detectives arrest school coach for child sexual solicitation
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD Child Exploitation Detectives arrested Treyjan Felipe, 24, Wednesday after investigating an anonymous tip advising of sexual misconduct with a student athlete at Sandia Preparatory School. APD was alerted by the “Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (SS-ARS),” a downloadable application, telephone hotline and website that students can use to report classmates…… MORE
