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Bernalillo County, City of Albuquerque, Vital Strategies and SBS Evaluation & Program Development Specialists Gather Public Input on the Use of Opioid Settlement Funds
Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque, working with the public health organization Vital Strategies and locally-based SBS Evaluation & Program Development Specialists will gather public input for a strategic plan to use funds from opioid-related litigation settlements at a town hall meeting this week. The meeting, hosted by District...
Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle in Los Ranchos
LOS RANCHOS DE ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating the death of a pedestrian who was hit by a vehicle Sunday night, a BCSO social media posting said. The crash closed 4th Street NW, Garduno Drive, 4th Street and El Pueblo and 4th Street and...
Judge orders pretrial detention for three youths in Pajarito Mesa killing
The killing of a 16-year-old boy found fatally shot May 18 at a remote site west of Albuquerque may be related to an earlier shooting incident, a prosecutor said Tuesday at a detention hearing. Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputies have arrested three youths in the May 18 shooting death of...
COMMISSIONER BENSON REACTS TO SHOOTING ATTEMPT AT FORMER PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP
Bernalillo County Commissioner Walt Benson reacted to the shooting attempt last evening towards former President Donald Trump. “I am saddened that our political rhetoric has risen to this level of unnecessary violence aimed at a presumptive presidential nominee,” says Commissioner Benson. “As elected officials, we must lead the way in presenting our views in a calm and respectful manner. It is beyond time for each of us, as citizens of this nation, to find a way to explore a meeting in the middle, rather than being cemented in either extreme.”
La Familia Grower’s Market kicks off in the South Valley
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An event bringing the South Valley community together kicked off on Friday. The La Familia Grower’s Market is for locals to enjoy delicious food, arts and crafts, and produce from local farmers. The market was created in 2015 by Bernalillo County. Event coordinators said they strive to highlight culture, tradition, and the rich […]
“Clerical error” leads to erroneous release of MDC inmate
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) is investigating after Anthony James Jaramillo was accidently released from custody. Officials say a clerical error led to the erroneous release. Jaramillo was released on Wednesday, July 3 and MDC staff was notified of the error on Wednesday, July 10. Jaramillo was in MDC facing a […]
2 men arrested after shooting at food truck and crash involving BCSO vehicle in NE Albuquerque
Two men are accused of shooting at a food truck before crashing into a Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office vehicle in Northeast Albuquerque on Saturday. Caleb Estrada, 20, of Albuquerque is charged with shooting at or from a vehicle, leaving the scene of an accident and eluding and evading police. Elias Sandoval, 20, of Albuquerque is charged with shooting at or from a vehicle, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident and resisting arrest on foot.
Albuquerque holding ‘Summer of Non violence’ block party for kids and teens
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Teens and kids of all ages are invited to a block party hosted by the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. The Summer of Non-Violence Block Party will feature swimming, music, skate jam, and break-dancing contests. Kids and their families can attend at Wilson Pool and Park. As part of the Summer […]
Free Block Party for Area Youth Offers Full Day of Fun
Bernalillo County youth are invited to a free block party on Sunday, July 14 at Wilson Pool and Park in Albuquerque. This Summer of Nonviolence event will be jam-packed with fun for everyone. The party will feature free swimming, music, food, a skate jam with cash prizes, breakdancing contests and more!
La Familia Growers Market Offers Fun for the Family Every Friday
Bernalillo County – Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m. are a great time to gather at La Familia Growers Market at its new temporary location, the Westside Community Center, 1250 Isleta Blvd SW. The community-based farmer’s market, sponsored by South Valley...
Incorrect inmate released in Bernalillo County
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — An investigation is underway after the wrong inmate was released in Bernalillo County. It happened on Wednesday, July 3. Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT Action 7 News. The released inmate, 32-year-old Anthony Jaramillo, is facing a felony controlled substance charge. The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention...
Bridge Blvd construction brings changes near Isleta
Beginning Friday, drivers on Bridge Boulevard SW near Isleta Boulevard SW will see changing traffic lanes. This new traffic pattern will allow work to be done on Lansing Drive SW to Hartline Road SW. The project’s team is reminding drivers that the local businesses in the area are still open and can be accessed through Hardy Avenue SW off Isleta Boulevard SW.
SpeakUp!: New county manager has limited supervisory experience
The Bernalillo County’s newly appointed COUNTY MANAGER is a county supervisor in Santa Clara County, CA. This position is equivalent to a Bernalillo County commissioner. Her resume states that she manages budgets and employees, however the appointed county executive manages the budgets, and she supervises only eight office employees. WT.
Suspected Albuquerque burglar to remain in jail until trial
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County District Attorney said a suspected serial burglar will remain in custody until trial. On Tuesday, a judge granted a pretrial detention request for Dorsett Matthews who is accused in at least two home burglaries last month. Police said in one break-in, he shoved an elderly homeowner to the ground. […]
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County look to improve public access to social services
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County have collaborated on a new initiative to better connect residents with social services. The city and county partnered with Unite Us to “streamline the referral process for resources such as food, housing, and behavioral health services. The...
Memorial planned to remember lives lost in Metro 2 helicopter crash
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is remembering the four lives lost in the deadly Metro 2 helicopter crash two years ago. In July 2022, the helicopter was returning from helping fight wildfires in Las Vegas when it crashed and killed Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Undersheriff Larry Koren, Lt. Fred Beers, Deputy Michael Levison, and Bernalillo County […]
Bernalillo County offering place to drop off household waste for free
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – If you are looking to get rid of household junk or yard waste, Bernalillo County is offering a place to do it for free. The county is accepting trash at John H. Hockett Memorial Park in Tijeras. They are accepting tires, yard waste, household appliances, and hazardous waste. The disposal will happen on […]
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