Albuquerque NM

[1] Two Torrance County firefighters accused of beating man with mental health issues – An investigation into two Torrance County firefighters is underway after Estancia Police say they beat a man and threatened to kill him. Last month, police say Deputy Fire Chief Hanna Sanchez and Assistant Fire Chief Randy Sanchez at the Torrance County Volunteer Fire Department called about a man walking around their...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen is finally speaking out after a KRQE Investigation raised concerns about one of his deputies. KRQE Investigative Reporter Gabrielle Burkhart was at the Sheriff’s press conference Tuesday afternoon, where Allen condemned a recent KRQE investigation and stood by a deputy with a history of misconduct violations. Sheriff Allen […]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Cat owners who are looking to get their furry friends spayed or neutered will be able to do so for a low cost in Albuquerque on Wednesday. The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is offering 100 spay/neuter surgery reservations for cats that belong to Albuquerque residents. Cats must weigh at least […]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The arrest of two men during a New Mexico State Police operation in Albuquerque on April 6 led to the recovery of stolen guns, police announced Tuesday. New Mexico State Police auto theft agents were at a gas station near San Pedro Drive and Central Avenue and noticed a man in the […]

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A man accused of attacking a New Mexico EMT during an ambulance ride will stay in custody through his trial. The district attorney’s office says Kel Avena, 35, is charged with attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery on a health care worker, and evidence tampering. The stabbing happened Feb. 18 as the EMT was providing medical care while en route to...

The Rainosek family’s commitment to high-volume hospitality continues to thrive at Frontier Restaurant, a sprawling brick sanctuary that has outlasted nearly every trend and franchise on the historic Route 66 corridor. Locals from Nob Hill and North Valley routinely brave the bustling order lines on Central Avenue for a...

Fuse Energy Technologies is building a new radiation testing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico, expanding US capacity to test defense, space, and semiconductor systems in extreme environments. The company said it will invest tens of millions of dollars in the site, which will offer “radiation-as-a-service” for government and commercial users...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque officials said a sewer line collapse has closed southwest Second Street in both directions. The closure runs from Southern Ave. on the north to Woodward Road on the south. Access is for local businesses only. Motorists are asked to use Broadway as a detour. Replacement of the line may take several […]

The military footprint in New Mexico includes Fort Bliss, the largest training area, and Kirtland Air Force Base, a crucial hub for national defense and local employment.

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho has lost a prominent figure in the community, on and off the field. Sal Gonzales, former Rio Rancho High School athletic director and longtime coach and teacher, passed away on Monday, April 13, at his home after a long battle with cancer. RRHS principal...