Former Ohkay Owingeh Police officer pleads guilty to federal charge
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A former Ohkay Owingeh Police Department officer has pleaded guilty to using his position to disclose sensitive information about a federal investigation. In February 2020, former officer Justin Aguino, 31, placed a phone call to an individual and disclosed that a person that individual was in contact with was cooperating with federal […]
Trial begins for Albuquerque man charged in double-murder in Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM (KKOB) – The double-murder trial for Jose Antonio “Adrian” Roman, a 47-year old man from Albuquerque began Thursday in Santa Fe in the First Judicial District Court. Roman is charged with two counts of premeditaded first degree murder in connection with the shooting death...
Albuquerque man sentenced for deadly stabbing on city bus
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man was in court Friday to be sentenced for stabbing and killing someone on a city bus last year. Then 19-year-old Charles Madrid stabbed and killed 43-year-old Adrian Marthell after an altercation on an ABQ Ride bus near Central Ave. and Coors Blvd. Earlier this year Madrid was found guilty […]
RRPD Arrest Records: March 29-April 4
Andrew Garcia, 25, of Rio Rancho, was arrested for disorderly conduct at an unspecified address. Steven Wolf, 34, of Albuquerque, was arrested for two counts of criminal damage to property, battery, criminal trespass and driving while license suspended at an unspecified address. Bryce Burt, 19, of Albuquerque, was arrested for...
Get Out! The Paper.’s Weekend Plans
16th Annual Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest (Saturday 11, Festival) Chocolate and coffee make for a fine pairing – at least if this 16th annual food and drink festival is any indication. The world’s largest chocolate and coffee festival returns to Expo New Mexico (300 San Pedro Dr. NE) with 200 chocolatiers, coffee roasters, candy makers, bakers, breweries, wineries and gourmet food companies. Indulge your senses...
Public invited to sign up for National Horseshoe Competition in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — The National Horseshoe Pitching Association is hosting a tournament this weekend, and it’s open to the public. The horseshoes will be flying Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Mariposa Basin Park. The cost to participate is $50 per day. Any out-of-towners who want to throw down can get special hotel rates. You can […]
🎁 Free Finds in Corrales — Couches and a Chicken Coop
Looking for something useful and free in Corrales? A few neighbors are giving away great items this week — from comfy furniture to a like-new chicken coop. Free Chicken Coop (Like New)
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Rio Rancho — Furniture, Garden Finds & More
Looking for something useful without spending a dime? Rio Rancho neighbors are giving away a mix of furniture, garden items, and even a piano this week. Check out what’s available below!
RRPS alumna to fill RRPS school board vacancy
RIO RANCHO — A Rio Rancho Public Schools alumna and parent who once taught for the school district was appointed by the Board of Education Wednesday to fill Dr. Beth Miller’s seat. Stephanie Smith received a unanimous vote from the four-member board following rounds of interviews the board...
Friday morning forecast: Storms on the way
Storm chances will build across much of New Mexico this afternoon.

















