BernCo Commissioners approve resolution supporting funding for South Valley MainStreet
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) – Bernalillo County Commissioners approving a resolution to provide financial support towards to South Valley MainStreet. SVMS is a grassroots economic development nonprofit organization formed to assist the South Valley Community in the revitalization of the commercial district near Bridge and I
Man donates $100K in honor of late wife to support reading at Albuquerque schools
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Two dedicated Albuquerque educators are helping boost literacy at Albuquerque Public Schools by donating $100,000 to establish the “Van Dongen Books Kids Want to Read Fund” through the APS Education Foundation. Retired University of New Mexico professor Richard Van Dongen made the donation ea
South Valley recycling plant fire will lead to the demolition of two neighboring businesses
A week after a second fire erupted at a South Valley recycling plant two neighboring businesses are now preparing for demolition.
Federal Prosecutor Encourages Las Cruces to Pursue Model City Funding
Applications require a citywide approach involving local government, law enforcement, prosecutors, and community partners working together to develop a comprehensive public safety strategy. Source: Department of Justice. A federal prosecutor is encouraging Las Cruces leaders to pursue a new Department of Justice fundin
New food market set to open in Albuquerque food desert
Albuquerque city leaders cut the ribbon Tuesday on a new growers’ market in a food desert in the International District.
Summer heat in full swing Wednesday in New Mexico
We’re set to see a rapid warm-up, from temperatures in the 40s and 50s to start Wednesday, to 90s and 100s for highs in New Mexico.
LIST: ‘The Boroughs’ filming locations
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Duffer Brothers, known for the hit show “Stranger Things,” are back as executive producers on “The Boroughs.” The new Netflix sci-fi series was filmed primarily in New Mexico, with production stretching from Albuquerque to Santa Fe to Las Vegas. “The Boroughs,” created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will
New expanded art space unveiled in downtown Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — A downtown art space for youth in Albuquerque is getting a much larger home. The new 516 Arts Space will be open for art exhibits, education, and other community events. It’s part of a city-wide push to give teens a safe place to hang out...
RRPD arrest records: May 24-30
Desiree Smith, 43, of Rio Rancho, was summoned for battery against a household member and evading arrest at a redacted address. Troy Martinez, 59, of Rio Rancho, was arrested for aggravated DWI/DUI (refused testing), turning movements and required signals, leaving the scene of an accident and resisting arrest at an uns
Plans to bring pair of chain hotels near Old Town face pushback
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s an area home to eye-catching sites like Hotel Chaco, Sawmill Market, and Albuquerque’s Historic Old Town. And now, possibly a pair of chain hotels. But the plans are raising concern among some community members. “I’m not sure this is the right fit,” said Maria Griego-Raby, Albuquerque De

















