The ‘City Nature Challenge’ returns to New Mexico for 2026
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — The New Mexico Museum of Natural Science and History is encouraging residents to take part in a worldwide event. For the second year in a row, New Mexico residents can participate in the “City Nature Challenge.” During the challenge, residents must find and document different nature observations around their city. The museum […]
Six‑Month‑Old Hippo Maisy Carries on a Long BioPark Legacy
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO – At just six months old, Albuquerque BioPark Zoo’s youngest hippopotamus is already making waves. Maisy now weighs more than 330 pounds, a sign of healthy growth for the rapidly developing Nile hippo calf born in October 2025. Maisy is the daughter of longtime BioPark...
Winners For April 18th, 2026
Another exciting night of action at Vado Speedway Park brought out top performances across every division. Congratulations to our feature winners from Weekly Racing on 04/18/26:. 🏆 Hunter Sandy of Albuquerque, NM – 1st Place in the Hacienda Carpet and Tile X-Mods. 🏆 Wes Wofford of Alamogordo, NM...
Las Cruces joins Albuquerque in facing a budget deficit
After years of overspending the City of Las Cruces, like Albuquerque, faces a budget deficit. There is a lot to unpack with the situation in Las Cruces. For starters, unlike Albuquerque which has lost people, Las Cruces continues to grow and has seen a 7.08% increase since the 2020 census. That means that the City can and should be able to grow its budget...
Arrest made in weekend downtown murder
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) – A 44-year old man is in jail this morning charged with an open count of murder and without bond for a shooting death in downtown that happened early Saturday morning. According to APD, Estevan Gomez of Española and a friend were in Albuquerque for an...
Albuquerque loses its top ranking
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The numbers going down in Albuquerque. Seven fewer people were fatally struck by drivers on the Duke City streets last year — the second straight annual decrease in pedestrian deaths since a post-pandemic spike. Now for the first time in eight years, the state does not have the title of worst pedestrian death rate in the nation. The drop in ranking...
‘We’re still here’: RRPS hosts Native American Pow Wow
RIO RANCHO — The sound of handcrafted drums filled the gymnasium of Rio Rancho High School on Saturday afternoon, ushering in a procession of young and old Native Americans for the 18th annual Powwow hosted by Rio Rancho Public Schools. The event, which included vendors offering arts, crafts, and...
2 more local restaurants open up in the ABQ International Sunport
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Some brand-new food options made their debut at the Albuquerque International Sunport on Monday. The Sunport hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of local restaurants “Laguna Burger” and Frank’s Famous Chicken and Waffles. Both restaurants were chosen not only to improve the traveling experience, but to highlight iconic New Mexico dining. […]
City orders Downtown Lindy’s Diner closed over fear the building will collapse
City officials ordered an emergency closure of Lindy’s restaurant, a Downtown staple, on Monday after public complaints about the building’s bulging exterior prompted city officials to order a structural inspection. Owners say that the location is one of the longest continually-operated restaurant locations on Route 66. For 97-years, restaurants operating out of the the Bliss […] The post City orders Downtown Lindy’s Diner...
Mango Automotive Highlights AC Maintenance for Albuquerque Heat
How to Keep Your Car’s AC Efficient During Long Summer Drives: Tips from an Auto Repair Shop in Albuquerque. Albuquerque, United States – April 20, 2026 / Mango Automotive /. Albuquerque, NM – Mango Automotive emphasizes the importance of preparing vehicle air conditioning systems before extended summer travel,...

















