New Mexico Summer Weather: Scattered Thunderstorms and 30–50% Rain Chances Through July 3
Albuquerque, NM – Scattered thunderstorms and gusty winds will hit Albuquerque starting Monday, creating daily weather risks through at least Wednesday afternoon. According to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected between noon and 3 p.m. Monday, followed by...
Bernalillo County Commissioners approve $150 million housing initiative
In a move to tackle the housing crisis in the metro area, the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the “BernCo Builds Communities” initiative at its administrative meeting last week. The plan will leverage $150 million in state funding to expand sorely needed housing access across the...
Fireworks safety tips from Albuquerque, Bernalillo County fire teams
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Fireworks and the Fourth of July go hand-in-hand but you need to know what’s legal and what’s not and what can cause a devastating fire. Albuquerque Fire Rescue and Bernalillo County Fire Rescue offered some tips in the video above.
New Mexico National Guard starts assisting Albuquerque Police
On June 5, the New Mexico National Guard began assisting the Albuquerque Police Department with administrative tasks, according to a statement from APD Director of Communications, Gilbert Gallegos. In a statement to the Daily Lobo, Gallegos said the National Guard is helping with “non-law enforcement duties,”...
APD: Blake’s Lotaburger employee arrested for deadly shooting at restaurant
Police arrested an employee at a Blake’s Lotaburger restaurant in Albuquerque for killing a man there Thursday night.
Duke City Comic Con wraps up 2025 event
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Duke City Comic Con returned this weekend, and organizers say the guest list and the fan appreciation have grown over the years, with over 60 guests slated to appear at this weekend’s event. The convention has come a long way since its humble official first show in 2019. Officials say the...
ABQ BioPark introduces new horse to Heritage Farm
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Animals in the Albuquerque BioPark’s Heritage Farm have a new neighbor. On Sunday, they officially introduced Bishop, a 16-year-old gelding who is part draft horse. For those who have visited recently, they might have already spotted him in the barn near the Navajo Churro Sheep, as he’s...
Community commemorates 35 years of Petroglyph Monument
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Petroglyphs west of Albuquerque are celebrating a big milestone Saturday. The site was officially made a national monument 35 years ago. Community and tribal members came together at the visitor’s center to commemorate the occasion. The Petroglyphs are a unique national monument in the...
Albuquerque boxers celebrate reopening of Jack Candelaria Community Center
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of Albuquerque’s most iconic boxing gyms is once again open. The city unveiled the newly renovated Jack Candelaria Community Center and Boxing Training Facility on Saturday. The facility, which has been around since the 1980s, closed in 2023. It was once the home for some of...
Death penalty sought for Zuni Pueblo man accused of murder, kidnapping
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for New Mexico has announced its intent to seek the death penalty for a Zuni Pueblo man accused of a series of violent crimes committed against indigenous men. Labar Tsethlikai is accused of kidnapping, sexually abusing, and killing several indigenous men...