Central Avenue gets a ‘huge glow-up’ as city implements new safety features
Albuquerque officials have announced a comprehensive set of roadway safety improvements along Central Avenue, building on significant reductions in traffic crashes that have occurred this year. The city reported a 47% reduction in all fatal and serious injury crashes along the Central Avenue corridor year-to-date,...
Albuquerque sisters make 2nd US Open appearance
Albuquerque is home for two tennis-playing sisters who are becoming known worldwide as they recently made their second U.S. Open appearance.
Bernalillo County Commissioners to consider affordable housing initiatives, fire chief transition
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will consider several affordable housing proposals and recognize the outgoing fire chief during their administrative meeting Tuesday night. The commission is scheduled to vote on a $500,000 appropriation to support Family Promise’s purchase of two triplexes for...
Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge kicks off at New Mexico State Fair
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — The Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge is kicking off on Monday at the New Mexico State Fair, where restaurants will compete for the title of “Green Chile Cheeseburger Champion.” Competitors will fire up their grill at about 11:30 a.m., with introductions and announcements being made around...
New Mexico teen mental health nonprofit hosts tennis tournament
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An organization hoping to end the stigma surrounding suicide raised funds this weekend to raise mental health awareness. Breaking the Silence NM is a non-profit organization that promotes mental health advocacy for teens and young adults. One New Mexico woman turned to the organization for...
Inaugural ‘Run the Runway Mutt Strut’ at Double Eagle II marks airport growth
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The inaugural Run the Runway Mutt Strut event was Saturday morning at the Double Eagle II Airport. It was marked by a celebration of people and their dogs, as well as the airport’s expansion. One hundred and twenty people and 50 dogs participated in the 5k run. “This is my first time […]
School of Rock Albuquerque celebrates 10 years
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – This weekend, Albuquerque’s School of Rock celebrated 10 years in the Duke City. The school specializes in teaching its students everything about music, from writing it to playing it, and anything in between. “We have rookies, which is four to six-year-olds; we have our Rock 101, which is...
9 Albuquerque Adobe Homes With Courtyards Perfect For Summer Nights
Albuquerque’s adobe homes aren’t just houses; they’re magical summer sanctuaries where time slows down and memories are made. As the desert sun sets and the evening air cools, there’s nothing quite like retreating to a traditional courtyard where adobe walls radiate stored warmth. I’ve wandered through some of the...
Details shared on fatal dormitory shooting
On July 25, a deadly shooting occurred at the University of New Mexico’s main campus within the Casas Del Rio dormitory complex. The shooting took place in a dorm room and 5esulted in the death of 14-year-old Michael Lamotte and the injury of 19-year-old Daniel Archuleta. After an hours-long...
Bengals Take Fourth-Quarter Lead but Fall Late at New Mexico, 32-22
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Idaho State gave New Mexico all it could handle on Saturday afternoon, leading in the fourth quarter before the Lobos rallied for a 32-22 win at University Stadium. The Bengals used two quarterbacks, three field goals from Trajan Sinatra, and a gutsy defensive effort to push the FBS foe deep into...