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New Mexico to get almost $39 million in federal dollars for three transportation projects
Jul. 5—New Mexico will get almost $39 million in federal grant funds for three transportation projects, including $15 million coming to Bernalillo County to plan the I-40 Tradeport. New Mexico's congressional delegation announced the new funding Wednesday. The other two awards will provide millions for road improvements in Taos...
Interstate 25 reopens after deadly crash in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Southbound I-25 in Albuquerque is back open at Rio Bravo Boulevard after a deadly crash. The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office posted a traffic alert on X just before 2 a.m. Friday saying Southbound I-25 is closed at Bobby Foster due to a fatal crash. The agency also asked drivers to use an alternate route.
VIDEO: Albuquerque police arrest BCSO deputy accused of pointing gun at people
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New video shows Albuquerque police responding to a man pointing a gun at two people at a northeast Albuquerque gas station. That man turned out to be Bernalillo County Sheriff’s (BCSO) Deputy Micheal Borrecco. Police responded to the Circle K on 4300 Osuna Road after getting reports that a man was yelling […]
Community leaders advocate for urgent change in fighting opioid epidemic
An average three New Mexicans die every day from overdose, according to the Legislative Finance Committee. As millions in opioid settlement funds come into the city of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, officials are seeking input on how to spend them. In the first of several meetings Tuesday, community leaders made...
Bernalillo County offering free self-defense classes
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is helping residents learn how to protect themselves with karate techniques from Japan’s southern islands. The county is partnering with Shorin Ryu Karate for self-defense classes every Monday and Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Vista Grande Community Center in Sandia Park. The classes are open to […]
“Take a Ride on Us” Program Offers Safe Ride Option During Fourth of July
Bernalillo County – Celebrate Independence Day with a safe ride home. The “Take a Ride on Us” program is once again offering residents in Sandoval, Santa Fe, and Bernalillo counties a designated driver option during the Fourth of July. The “Take a Ride on Us” program is...
Albuquerque police detain BCSO deputy alleged of aiming a firearm at people
In recently released footage, Albuquerque police can be seen rushing to a gas station in northeast Albuquerque following reports of a man wielding a gun at two individuals. As it turns out, the man in question was none other than Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Deputy Micheal Borrecco. On January 24, 2024, police were called to the […]
19-Year-Old’s Social Media ‘Stolen Scat’ Account Lands Him in Jail: 3rd Teen Arrested in Albuquerque for Reckless Driving Behaviors!
Instagram Infamy: Anthony Farias’ Arrest Reveals Dangerous Social Media Presence. BCSO’s Vigilant Response: Addressing Youthful Recklessness in Albuquerque. (According to KOB4), in a recent development in Albuquerque 19-year-old Anthony Farias has been apprehended by Bernalillo County sheriff’s deputies following his involvement in a series of daring and illegal activities documented on his Instagram account stolen scat. The account gained significant attention for showcasing illegal street racing and reckless maneuvers often involving high-speed chases and attempts to evade law enforcement. According to court documents deputies initiated their investigation after Farias posted videos that revealed his precise location prompting a pursuit when they attempted to arrest him. Despite initially escaping capture, deputies managed to detain Farias during a subsequent encounter using a vehicle-blocking maneuver.
Bernalillo County and Albuquerque approve green finance program
(The Center Square) - Bernalillo County and Albuquerque are the first local governments in New Mexico to pass legislation opting into the New Mexico C-PACE program, according to the state's Economic Development Department. New Mexico adopted the C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) program in 2023 to help eligible property owners receive long-term financing for many energy-efficient and climate-resilient improvements. "The financing is then secured via a special improvement assessment...
Protect Yourself from Mosquitoes After Historic Rainfall
Bernalillo County – The City of Albuquerque Environmental Health Department and the Bernalillo County Health Protection Section are anticipating a significant increase in mosquito activity that will likely persist through the summer after recent heavy rainfall. Mosquitoes breed in standing water and can go from egg to adult in as little as 7 days. The joint City-County mosquito control program has recommendations for residents to help reduce breeding and prevent bites in anticipation of very high mosquito populations.
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