BCSO credits new indoor drone in arrest at domestic violence call
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office deputies say their drone program continues to prove its value, helping deputies safely resolve dangerous situations and make arrests. The latest example came June 5, when deputies responded to a report that 36-year-old Christopher Drennan was at his parents’
From Juneteenth to RanchFest: Your Sandoval County weekend planner
Rio Rancho and Sandoval County families have plenty of reasons to leave the air conditioning behind this weekend, starting with the city’s official Juneteenth Celebration Saturday at Haynes Park. The City of Rio Rancho hosts the free event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the park, 2006 Grande...
Rio Rancho landfill to close in ’28, future unclear
RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Waste Management Landfill is set to close by the end of 2028, the head of the site said on Wednesday. Doug Shimic, WM landfill manager, made the announcement in a virtual town hall meeting meant to explain why and the next steps following the closure of the landfill, located at 1132 Carpente
World-renowned Festival Flamenco returns to Albuquerque for 39th year
For the 39th year, the Festival Flamenco is taking over the Duke City. This is the largest annual flamenco festival outside of Spain. From traditional dance to avant-garde theatrical performances, Festival Flamenco Albuquerque showcases today’s most stellar performances. The Festival Flamenco is June 19-27. There will
Montgomery bridge to be demolished in late June, overnight road closures expected
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — Night-time traffic is going to be harder to navigate later this month along I-25 in Albuquerque, as crews are planning to demolish the old Montgomery bridge. NMDOT expects to begin the demolition as soon as June 28. The work will require overnight closures from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. each night: Th
Health alert issued for dust in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program issued a health alert Thursday due to dust. The alert runs from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Anyone with respiratory conditions in the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County should limit outdoor activity. Steps that you can take during health al
Local hiring heating up for Pacific Fusion in Los Lunas
LOS LUNAS—When a clean energy startup, Pacific Fusion, first announced it was setting up shop in Los Lunas back in October, company leaders said they would be doing their best to hire local workers for its Build Center situated at the old Merilatt cabinet facility west of I-25. Matt...
RR man catches felony charges for damaging FLOCK cameras
RIO RANCHO — A man municipally charged for cutting down FLOCK cameras, which read license plates and do not photograph speed violators, is now facing felony charges. Jevon Martinez, 44, of Rio Rancho, was summoned for three counts each of larceny, criminal damage to property and tampering with evidence on various roads
Rio Rancho photographer is getting closer to Johnny Depp
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) –Actor Johnny Depp is looking for the next great U.S. artist. Depp is presenting The People’s Artist Competion, which is raising money for a national arts nonprofit. Rio Rancho photographer Tamara Farmerie is one of 14 quarterfinalists in the contest. She came into the contest with more than 15 y
Jo Koy to Host Comedy Showcase Series ‘Pass Tha’ Mic’ Presented by Martin Lawrence...
Jo Koy will host a multi-episode comedy showcase series titled “Martin Lawrence Presents: Pass Tha’ Mic.” Dreamworks Animation's 'Forgotten Island' Adds Jo Koy, Dolly de Leon, Ronny Chieng and Amielynn Abellera (EXCLUSIVE) The event will be filmed in front of a live audience on Aug. 29 and 30 at the Legends Theater at
