Albuquerque NM

UNM plans major medical school expansion aimed at addressing physician shortage - Natalie Robbins, Albuquerque Journal. The University of New Mexico plans to significantly grow its medical school in the next 10 years, a move aimed at alleviating the state’s physician shortage. The planned $600 million expansion would...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Two men are facing charges for the murder of an Albuquerque woman following a dispute over a motorcycle, Albuquerque Police said. Three masked men, including Nicholas Lucio and Matthew Mitchem, confronted the victim, Ann Marie Chaires, on July 2 at a southeast Albuquerque apartment complex...

SOUTH JORDAN, UT. - The Salt Lake Bees salvaged a series split with Albuquerque, earning a 5-3 win on Sunday behind a seven-inning quality start from Victor Mederos and a three-RBI performance from Yolmer Sánchez. Salt Lake Bees 5, Albuquerque Isotopes 3. WP: Victor Mederos (6 - 5) LP:...

ALBUQUERQUE — On June 6, a settlement was approved to end the House v. National Collegiate Athletic Association antitrust lawsuit. The settlement allows for the direct payment of student-athletes by universities, among other changes. The settlement includes a $2.8 billion payout for student-athletes who competed in...

On July 23, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science hosted a Science Spotlight, highlighting Alaina Wiwi — a paleoartist for the “Hall of Ancient Life.” The exhibit opened in February 2025 and highlights fossils found in New Mexico. Wiwi is an artist who creates...

I was horrified to hear about the shooting that occurred on campus in a student dorm this past Friday. This occurred in a student dorm by a non-student with a gun. Just three weeks ago I had a conversation with my step-granddaughter during her visit east about her concerns for her safety attending the University of...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Every year, the New Mexico Majors Little League state champion represents the Land of Enchantment at the Southwest Regional of the national tournament. This year, Eastdale claimed that title. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for these kids,” said head coach Mike McDuffie. This year’s...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The University of New Mexico community is coming together and trying to wrap their heads around a tragic and senseless murder on campus. Friday morning, a 14-year-old Michael LaMotte was shot and killed. A 19-year-old man was also hurt. LaMotte was identified as the victim in court documents, as...

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Twenty Native American students are heading to college thanks to a special scholarship opportunity. The New Mexico Gas Company has been awarding the scholarships since 2011, and they are available to students in traditional bachelor’s and graduate degree programs. The gas company says the $3,000...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Two veteran brothers from the San Felipe Pueblo here in New Mexico are laid to rest next to one another in Luxembourg. Their spirits, however, live on in the stories told from generation to generation. Ernestine Overfield listened with both joy and sadness to the story of her uncle, World...