Albuquerque NM

Tuesday’s Top Stories Tuesday’s Five Facts [1] ACS workers say the city owes them money in pay dispute – The Albuquerque Community Safety Department is facing a new lawsuit after some workers claim the city owes them money. Six former and five current employees filed a complaint in federal court, claiming the city...

The Bernalillo Police Department will hold its National Night Out event Tuesday at Rotary Park, the same location where a deadly shooting occurred just one week ago. Police Chief Chris Stoyell confirmed the department will proceed with the community-building event at the park despite the recent violence that claimed...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The nonprofit, a Peaceful Habitation, aims to empower, encourage and enlighten women in transition from incarceration back to the community. The organization has a transitional home for women and a wellness center that offers resources for men, women and families. This year, A Peaceful...

A Bernalillo High School student’s family received a $1.8 million jury verdict this week after proving school officials failed to prevent a violent assault despite receiving evidence of persistent bullying and threats. The verdict, delivered Wednesday in Sandoval County’s 13th Judicial District Court, found...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque police said one man is dead following a police shooting. According to APD, the suspect, identified as Martin Hernandez, fired at officers who returned fire just before 3 p.m. on Monday near Menaul Blvd. and Tramway Blvd. Hernandez died on scene.

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – In Bernalillo County, repeat drunk drivers can avoid time behind bars if they successfully participate in the DWI Court program. It’s a deal Jennifer Whitey received after her eighth drunk driving arrest. KRQE Investigative Reporter Ann Pierret spent the past several years following...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The United States Justice Department published a list of sanctuary jurisdictions around the country and threatened legal action against them. Albuquerque was included in the list of cities. Attorney General Pam Bondi called out states, counties, and cities that refuse to work with ICE,...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (NBC, KYMA/KECY) - New video has emerged showing the moments Albuquerque police arrested a former UFC fighter for allegedly firing a gun out of a car window. Diego Sanchez was taken into custody last month on multiple gun charges. Recently released bodycam footage from the Albuquerque Police...

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) –The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation Monday recognizing a team of lifeguards who saved the life of a young swimmer at the South Valley Aquatic Center. The lifeguards jumped into action when they saw the child struggling on June 23. Lifeguard Logan Sanchez...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The 377th Medical Group from Kirtland Air Force Base joined forces with the New Mexico Veterans Affairs (NMVA) to take part in a large-scale military medical exercise on July 30, simulating the transfer of wounded troops from overseas to U.S. care facilities. The event was part...