Teen accused of serious gun and drug crimes receives probation
Guns, fentanyl pills, and thousands of dollars in cash. That’s what investigators found on a local teen multiple times in the past year.
Rio Rancho Public Schools install weapon detectors at several schools
RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s one of the few school districts in New Mexico using advanced technology to detect weapons on kids; Rio Rancho Public Schools has added detectors at almost every middle and high school in the city. It’s a new way of starting school for many Rio Rancho middle and high school students. Rio...
Three people sentenced for shooting that injured college student in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Three people who admitted to their roles in a drive-by shooting that seriously injured a college student were sentenced Wednesday morning. A prosecutor read a statement from the victim to the court. “My life was not taken, but part of me died. A part of me, I never got to say goodbye […]
Albuquerque parks ‘dying’ as city councilor proposes $2 million emergency turf fix
Albuquerque families may soon see greener parks after City Councilor Dan Lewis introduced an emergency resolution to spend $2 million from city reserves on immediate turf replacement, saying budget cuts left fields patchy and overrun with weeds. The proposed resolution, R-25-183, introduced Aug. 18, targets parks...
American children have more access to firearms and they’re bringing them to school
Last Thursday, five guns were found at three different high schools across Albuquerque, just two weeks into the new school year. So why are children feeling the need to bring firearms to school?. Across the country the number of teens carrying hand guns has increased by 41% in the last...
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County to receive $80 million for housing, homelessness programs
Albuquerque and Bernalillo County will receive $80 million for housing and homelessness projects as part of a statewide initiative to expand affordable housing and reduce homelessness, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Tuesday. The funding is part of a $120 million statewide allocation announced earlier this...
Teen accused of bringing gun near Del Norte High School campus to stay in...
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A teen accused of bringing a gun near a high school last week will remain in custody. According to the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office, the 15-year-old girl stole a firearm from a family member, then headed toward Del Norte High School. When approached by officers, they said...
Bernalillo County holds ‘988 Day of Action’ to highlight national lifeline
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — Bernalillo County is bringing awareness to a national and confidential service that’s available on a 24/7 basis to anyone struggling. “988 Day of Action” is set for Monday, Sept. 8, and the county is encouraging the community to join in. The 988 Lifeline is available through text,...
Pediatrician warns against regular caffeine consumption for teenagers
More and more Americans are turning to energy drinks for that morning jolt, and that includes teenagers who are waking up early again for class.
Village of Los Lunas and AREA talk infrastructure, growth
LOS LUNAS, N.M. (KRQE) — The Village of Los Lunas is one of the fastest growing communities in the state of New Mexico. Partnerships from groups like the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance are aiding in that growth. Village of Los Lunas Senior Economic Developer Victoria Archuleta and Albuquerque Regional...
