Police arrest second suspect in Albuquerque’s first homicide of the year
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Albuquerque police have arrested a second suspect in the first homicide of the year. Police say Dominic Martinez, 22, helped Peyton Reagan by offering him a ride to downtown Albuquerque on Jan. 1, 2026, to kill his girlfriend and two other people. According to APD, Martinez texted Reagan about...
New Mexico Weather Alert Today: Albuquerque Warms From Freezing Morning Into 60s
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. New Mexico wakes to a crisp, quiet morning as frost lingers on rooftops and cold air settles across the Rio Grande Valley. Breath hangs briefly in the air before sunshine takes over, signaling a sharp...
RR man arrested for property damage involving arson
RIO RANCHO — A man was arrested for property damage involving arson. Danny Velarde Jr, 43, of Rio Rancho, was arrested for negligent arson and criminal damage to property in the 1100 block of 26th Street. When responding to a report of property damage, the homeowner told a Sandoval...
Albuquerque market grows in popularity with world’s most viral snacks
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An exotic food market is growing in popularity in Albuquerque, and it’s known for having the world’s most viral snacks. They’re going viral for having treats you can’t find anywhere else in Albuquerque. On the corner of Wyoming Blvd. and Montgomery Blvd. sits Monaco Market, stocked with...
WinterBrew once again showcased the finest dark beers across the state
At this point, if you have not gone to WinterBrew with all that we have extolled about this amazing festival over the years, there may not be much hope for you. Work is getting in the way? Call in sick. Need to take care of your kids? Just leave out...
APS Early Childhood School Fair
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) –Albuquerque Public Schools is hosting the Early Childhood School Choice Fair on Tuesday, February 3rd. The event is said to be a one-stop-shop for families of preschoolers providing all encompassing options available throughout the city. Representatives from APS programs along with...
Albuquerque’s Pazzi Ristorante Italiano offers modern Italian cuisine
Pazzi Ristorante Italiano is Albuquerque’s newest dining experience. Dreamed up by the Cantina Hospitality Group, Pazzi brings classic Italian favorites with a bold, modern twist. They offer handmade pastas and signature pizzas to refined entrees inspired by both Italian tradition and New Mexico flavor. Friday, Pazzi...
Changes to RRPD chaplain program prompt concern from former chaplains
RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Police Department volunteer chaplain program has been reduced to half of what it was at the start of 2025 as of Jan. 21, 2026. What used to be 20 people serving the needs of the city is now nine people, the department confirmed.
New landfill approved in Los Lunas
LOS LUNAS — The days of hauling refuse out of Valencia County could be coming to an end if the developers of the Central New Mexico Rail Park have their way. That’s because the Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a conditional-use permit for the Central New Mexico Landfill, LLC at the...
Driver crashes into northeast Albuquerque home’s wall
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A suspected drunk driver crashed through a cinder block wall Friday morning at a northeast Albuquerque home. After that, he got into an argument with the homeowner before being placed in the back of a patrol unit. KRQE News 13 caught it all on camera. The car ended up in the […]
