Albuquerque NM

Albuquerque could soon tighten enforcement of its animal welfare rules by cracking down on people who sell or give away pets in public spaces. The City Council is expected to vote on the ordinance tonight. The measure is part of a packed agenda that also includes proposed tourism bond funding, expanded homelessness...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man was sentenced to prison on Monday for helping cover up the kidnapping and murder of a man in the To’Hajiilee area of the Navajo Nation. The Department of Justice said Peter Paul Sandoval, 60, helped Antonio Chaco cover up the murder of Thomas Brown in June 2020 by...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man is dead after an officer-involved shooting with Albuquerque police (APD). Authorities believe that the incident stemmed from a domestic disturbance in the area. APD stated that they received a call to the area of Chelwood Park and Menaul Blvd NE shortly before 3:00 p.m. Saturday....

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — The family of a 19-year-old who was hit and killed while riding her bike home, is calling for change in the face of grief. Compassionate and kind, that’s how Kayla Vanlandingham’s parents are remembering their daughter, full of joy, strength, and perseverance. “And how much, like, her...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico is on a mission to help students get the school supplies they need tos ucceed this upcoming semester. More than 25 businesses helped kids get ready for school with free backpacks, shoes, no-cost vaccines, and even haircuts. Event coordinators say...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With just 61 days away from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, officials have announced new pilots and some new balloons. While there’s no shortage of international additions, a local New Mexico balloon was announced as well. Hug A Bear is flown by Filip Audenaert from Belgium....

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque police are inviting the public out for one last celebration before the school year starts. This Tuesday is National Night Out, a way for community members to connect with law enforcement and first responders while also standing up to crime in neighborhoods. Most Albuquerque...

On July 20, the new homemade ice cream shop, Burque Licks, opened its doors with free ice cream scoops for every customer who came during the first hour of opening. Even after the first hour, the shop was packed with people both inside and outside. Customers held cones topped with a variety of flavors, and the sweet...

A local mom says her son was left in a hot car for possibly two hours during a field trip with his daycare. She now hopes for accountability.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There was something for everybody at the final day of the Great Southwestern Antique Show. Every ticket purchased was used to help fund public broadcasting. If antiques aren’t your vibe, Indigenous art, historic photos, and more were also available. “Different types of antiques are antiques...