Bernalillo County Animal Care Services reopens canine rooms
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Animal Care Services is celebrating the reopening of its canine rooms, which are quiet spaces that support emotional well-being by helping shelter dogs relax, feel secure, and express their true personalities. In 2024, the facility sustained mold damage, which resulted
Lineup announced for 2026 Music Fiesta at Balloon Fiesta Park
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has announced the lineup for the 2026 Music Fiesta, which comes with a new format. According to event officials, the Music Fiesta will be incorporated into the evening events, including the Night Magic Glow powered by ExxonMobil and the A
First day of school in Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho students return to class Thursday as the district rolls out a new math push and a new parent communication app.
Teen accused in deadly hit-and-run will stay in custody for now
A 16-year-old boy charged in a deadly hit-and-run that killed Richard Candelaria will stay in custody for now.
K9 helps in case against alleged drug trafficker in Bernalillo
BERNALILLO — A man who allegedly ran from police was arrested after a K9 located a tampered backpack with drugs in it. Andrew Sanchez, 40, of Bernalillo, was charged July 16 for trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl as well as tampering with evidence and illegally carrying a weapon near Bernalillo Pet Care on Camino
Meals on Wheels rolls Into Bernalillo and Placitas
Homebound seniors in Bernalillo and Placitas just got a new lifeline: Meals on Wheels New Mexico is rolling out a weekday delivery route to both communities, stretching its reach beyond Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Corrales. The face-to-face delivery service doesn’t just drop off food — drivers check in on residents’...
Albuquerque Sets Record for Most Triple-Digit Days in August
Albuquerque set a record for most triple-digit days in August after recording 100 degrees or higher for three straight days this week. The city first recorded the 100 mark on Aug. 3 with a high of 101 degrees at Albuquerque International Sunport. Temperatures reached over 100 degrees again Aug. 4 before hitting 100 deg
New Mexico State Police needs help searching for a Clovis man Thursday
(KAMR/KCIT) – The New Mexico State Police asked for help locating a missing 47-year-old man from Clovis on Thursday, who was last heard from on Wednesday. NMSP states that he is believed to be in the Albuquerque area. According to the NMSP, John Peacock was last seen on Aug. 1. The man is described as […]
Equip Academy closing due to low enrollment
Equip Academy is closing for good after its governing board voted to shut the school down because of low student enrollment.
Witness explains how former New Mexico lawmaker handled grant she’s accused of stealing from
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Federal prosecutors are working to show how a former state representative and Albuquerque Public School administrator used both of her positions of authority to expand her reach as she stole millions meant for student learning programs. Thursday’s testimony began to reveal how Sheryl Williams

















