Yellow flag raised for final day of Balloon Fiesta
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Officials raised the yellow flag on the final day of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Officials are still monitoring the weather. For the nine-day event, pilots gather at the Pilot Briefing Tower at 6 a.m. to discuss the weather and flying conditions. If any of the following...
Experimental Wavetrails Festival makes its return to Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Light shows, sound systems, and turntables. The second annual Wavetrails Festival is highlighting New Mexico talent with an experimental visual and audio experience. At the Fusion venue in northwest Albuquerque, the co-founders and co-producers of the festival say they wanted the experience...
Filming on ‘The Mold’ wraps in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE - “The Mold,” a new feature film from first-time director Mason McDonald and producer Tabitha McDonald, has wrapped principal photography in Albuquerque. The production employed more than 50 New Mexico residents, including 20 local crew members, six principal actors and 30 background performers....
10 Old-Fashioned Diners In New Mexico That Are Better Than Any Chain Restaurant
Looking for classic diners in New Mexico that beat the big chains?. These 10 old-fashioned eateries offer homestyle cooking and nostalgic vibes!. 1. Central Grill and Coffee House (Albuquerque) This little gem sits right on Central Avenue, the heart of old Route 66. The blue metal siding gives it that...
New Mexico Man’s Run With Shelter Dog Turns Into Something Incredible
Working in animal rescue often comes with challenges, especially when caring for dozens of dogs while trying to find them each a loving home. Because of this, some dogs end up spending far too long in shelters. But that doesn’t stop rescuers from doing everything they can to help.
Remembering Alec: Friends recount the life of UNMH pediatric nurse killed outside hospital
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Loved ones are mourning the loss of a nurse who was killed while heading to work on Thursday by a speeding car that struck him. For those who knew Alec Montoya, he always had a smile, and there was nothing he loved more than making a difference in people’s lives.
4th Annual Gold Game raising money for cancer research
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s become a beloved tradition at Manzano High School. Saturday morning, students and parents celebrated the 4th Annual Gold Game, remembering the legacy of a little girl who was lost too soon. When Emily was four years old, she was diagnosed with cancer. She fought for over two years...
United Way tackling hunger with Day of Caring
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – United Way of North Central New Mexico has been tackling systemic problems affecting families and children, and this weekend, they addressed food insecurity. For their annual Day of Caring Event, they held a community food drive. Attendees were asked to bring non-perishable food items. The group...
Follow the Red Pegasus to Dividends
I experienced the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Sunday night and Monday morning. Oh sorry, excuse me, the Exxon Mobile Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The oil and gas giant is now the event’s title sponsor from 2025 through 2029. I had a great time at the event, and found...
Stretch of wet weather continues into this week
Cloudy skies and mild low temperatures are around for this morning. Isolated to scattered showers are also moving around southern and central New Mexico. Another day of showers and possible thunderstorms are expected as remnants of former Tropical Storm Raymond funnels plentiful amount of moisture into New Mexico....

















