What does an early bloom mean for Albuquerque plants and trees?
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Spots of pinks, whites, and greens are starting to bloom across the Metro as warmer-than-average temperatures are tricking some plants into thinking that spring has arrived. Sunny and nearly 80-degree days in early March are causing some trees to spring to life. “Certain plants like...
Police investigate deadly overnight shooting in northeast Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police homicide detectives are investigating a deadly shooting that took place overnight. Officers responded to a report of a shooting and located the victim, a man, who was in the area of Menaul Boulevard and San Mateo Boulevard NE. The man was taken to a local hospital around...
No charges filed against military police after deadly Kirtland Air Force Base shooting
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After a deadly shooting near Kirtland Air Force Base in February 2025 left one airman dead, the military personnel involved will not be facing criminal charges. The attorney representing the airman’s family said they’re disappointed no one will be prosecuted. “I think it’s really been a...
Albuquerque’s Mayor Said Arrests Were “Not the Solution” to Homelessness. Yet Jail Bookings Have...
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Former Head of NMDOT Goes To State Treasurer’s Office
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) –The former top official of the NM Depart of Transportation, Ricky Serna will now head to his new job at the State Treasurer’s office. Serna was recently appointed second in command to NM State Treasurer Laura Montoya. Serna will replace Janice Barela who has served in the position for 25...
Iconic ‘Breaking Bad’ home sells for $1.3 million
The iconic "Breaking Bad" home has been bought by streamer Adin Ross for a whopping $1.3m. Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the four-bedroom, two-bathroom home featured prominently in the hit show "Breaking Bad." The home was listed by Alicia Feil of Keller Williams Realty for $400,000, down from the initial...
NMDA hires new director of Veterinary Diagnostic Services
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A former federal wildlife disease expert is now leading New Mexico’s Veterinary Diagnostic Services (VDS) Division, bringing specialized experience in animal disease protection and surveillance to the state’s agriculture agency. Dr. Aaron Phillips, who served as a diagnostician with USDA’s Animal...
Defense manufacturer announces plans to more than double its Albuquerque workforce
Defense manufacturer AeroVironment, Inc. plans to expand its Albuquerque campus and more than double its workforce in the next decade, the company announced alongside New Mexico Economic Development Department officials Tuesday morning. Company officials said they would expand the footprint of their Albuquerque hub...
Everclear joins the 2026 New Mexico State Fair concert lineup
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Alternative rock band Everclear will take the stage inside Tingley Coliseum at the 2026 New Mexico State Fair on Thursday, Sept. 17. Everclear will perform following the Chevron PRCA Rodeo. Fans can expect to hear iconic hits like “Santa Monica,” “Father of Mine,” “I Will Buy You A New...
Albuquerque man accused of DWI crash involving children changes plea
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man accused of drinking and driving while his two young children were in the vehicle and subsequently hitting a motorcyclist changed his plea in court on Tuesday. Anthony Nez, 28, pleaded “no contest” to DWI with great bodily harm by vehicle, two counts of child abuse,...

















