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Peralta welcomes new fire chief, assistant chief
PERALTA — The Peralta Town Council unanimously approved the appointment of Cody Kersey as its new volunteer fire chief, and Ashley Means as its full-time, paid assistant fire chief at the Aug. 13 council meeting. Kersey has been a longtime volunteer with the Peralta Fire Department and was appointed...
New Mexicans can expect to see more skunks across the state
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico striped skunk is getting ready to tackle cooler weather by getting out earlier in the evening to bulk up on food. An ABQ BioPark senior zookeeper said to watch carefully for skunks between dawn and dusk when they are most active. “If you do see a skunk, even if […]
New Mexico State Fair announces Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge contestants
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Fair announced competitors in the Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge. Ten restaurants from across New Mexico will participate in the challenge to serve up the best green chile cheeseburger. “This is the Super Bowl of Green Chile Cheeseburger contests in this State,” said State Fair General Manager Dan Mourning. […]
New supermarket opens in Albuquerque’s International District
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In a part of Albuquerque where it’s gotten harder to find fresh groceries, a newly opened food market is giving neighbors hope that things might be turning around. “It’s nice to finally have a place like if you want fresh produce or need some medicine or anything like that. You’re able to […]
Almost $6 billion in New Mexico money meant for infrastructure remains unspent
As we’ve reported periodically over the years, New Mexico has one of the weirdest ways of dedicating public money toward brick-and-mortar projects. One of the consequences of its almost entirely unique approach to “capital outlay” is a portion of the public dollars sit unspent for years. The...
Homelessness project that meets 3,000+ needs more funding, NM health leaders say
The home where an eviction case in February landlord told a Clovis magistrate judge last week he intended to sell this home, making it unnecessary for him to enroll in a new eviction diversion program. (Photo by Patrick Lohmann / Source New Mexico) A New Mexico Department of Health project...
Iconic building in downtown Albuquerque up for sale
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s been an anchor of east downtown Albuquerque. Getting attention from celebrity chefs like Guy Fierri and a lot of love from the neighborhood. But now after nearly two decades, “The Range Cafe’s” owners say it’s time to sell their marquee building. It’s the end of an era downtown for Vince DiGreggory […]
Work on Rail Trail project begins in Albuquerque’s Sawmill District
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A project that has been more than a decade in the works is finally becoming a reality. The city officially broke ground on the first phase of the Rail Trail. The seven-mile multiuse trail is designed to connect Old Town, Downtown Albuquerque, and the bosque. It will also connect to the Sawmill District where phase […]
Albuquerque Residents Urged to Prepare for Heavy Monsoon Rainfall Today
Albuquerque, NM – Albuquerque residents are advised to brace for another round of monsoon thunderstorms today, with a significant risk of flash flooding, particularly near recent burn scars. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for heavy rainfall that could lead to dangerous conditions in areas affected by previous wildfires.
The Week Ahead in Beer: State Fair food fun comes early at Rio Bravo
One of the highlights of September, going back all the way to when some of us were kids growing up here in Albuquerque, was the start of the New Mexico State Fair. It meant a day or two off of school, the midway rides, and copious amounts of tasty food treats. Back in 2020, the Fair was canceled by the pandemic lockdown, so the good folks at Rio Bravo decided to at least try to recreate some of the food favorites. They knocked it out of the park, and even after the Fair came back, the patrons at Rio Bravo kept demanding that they continue to roll out the turkey legs, donut burgers, ribbon fries, fried ice cream, and more. With the Fair starting in less than two weeks, Rio Bravo is picking this holiday weekend as the time to roll out their special food items. Stop by this Saturday and Sunday to enjoy some Fair food, live music, beer, and more all day. There is no cover, and plenty of room inside and outside (weather permitting). The parking is free, the lines will be short, and there is no judgment if you order a second funnel cake.
AFT Union rejects UNM Hospital’s request to negotiate
Once again, the United Health Professionals of New Mexico division of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and UNM Hospital have failed to come together to negotiate a contract on behalf of the employees the union seeks to represent who work at UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center – A Campus of UNM Hospital (SRMC).
From bonds to balloons: retired county manager has a new job
Recently retired Bernalillo County Manager Julie Morgas Baca has a new job. She will start Tuesday as executive director of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta — about a month before the annual event kicks off. “Leading the Fiesta is the opportunity of a lifetime,” Morgas Baca said. “I am...
Street to get lights again
Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The power is still out on one of Albuquerque’s deadliest stretch of road for pedestrians. Public Service Company of New Mexico spokesperson Kai Porter said all 17 streetlights between Pennsylvania and Louisiana on Central went out on July 12th, when a driver crashed into one light pole, cutting power to the others. Porter adding, that PNM, has scheduled work to fix them every weekend since the incident, but has been redirected to restore weather-related outages affecting customers. Thursday saw the first day of repairs, and those driving on Central can expect possible lane closures and delays as the repairs are ongoing. The Albuquerque Journal reports that the affected 3-mile stretch of Central, between San Mateo and Eubank, has seen 34 people fatally struck by drivers between 2018 and 2023.
New Mexico Sets Western Style Trends
From Stetsons on stars to bolos on catwalks, Western wear is suddenly everywhere. In New Mexico, however, cowboy couture is hardly the flavor of the month. It’s a legacy of local style, forged by our history and our makers—including the next generation. WESTERN STYLE—iconically American and intrinsically Southwestern—is...
New Mexico Prepares for Flash Floods as Monsoon Thunderstorms Continue
Albuquerque, NM – Monsoon thunderstorms are expected to sweep through Albuquerque today, raising concerns about flash flooding, especially near burn scars. The National Weather Service warns of locally heavy rainfall, which could lead to dangerous conditions in areas previously affected by wildfires. According to the U.S. National Weather Service...
City of Albuquerque resumes food inspections
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is now resuming food inspections after the city temporarily suspended them for three days. A city official said the pause was to make sure inspectors were equipped to enforce the city’s new food safety ordinance that went into effect at the beginning of the month. Effective immediately, the city […]
KRQE Newsfeed: Mobile response program, APD chief crash, Storms ahead, Laundromat demolition, ABQ health inspection pause
Tuesday’s Top Stories Tuesday’s Five Facts [1] NMDOH speaks on progress of homeless mobile response program – The state invested $4 million to help the homeless in rural areas. The Mobile Homelessness Response Demonstration Project helps build mobile responses in rural New Mexico, across 19 counties. Organizations were able to meet with more than 3,000 […]
Weak in Review: Aug. 28
The Daily Show took a shot at Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham for saying New Mexico is feeling “En Fuego” during her speech at the Democratic National Convention. Hey Daily Show, only New Mexicans are allowed to make fun of our governor. The Albuquerque City Council denied a neighborhood’s...
99-year-old Albuquerque man throws first pitch at Isotopes game
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man who has lived nearly a century says he’s not slowing down anytime soon. The World War II veteran just celebrated his 99th birthday and on Tuesday threw the first pitch at the Isotopes game. Ted Rush was born in Chicago during the Great Depression in 1925. Rush said he […]
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