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Rio Rancho Players bring ghost stories to a grave new venue

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Want your ghost stories with a little extra atmosphere? The Rio Rancho Players are taking their campfire tales somewhere spirits already feel right at home: French Funeral Home. “Around the Campfire” opens Friday and runs two weekends at the funeral home on Unser...

Rio Rancho, NM · 24d

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At This New Mexico Casino Buffet Off Old Route 66, the Seafood Spread Means All-You-Can-Eat Crab Legs

Out on the western edge of New Mexico, where the old highway stretches toward the horizon, a casino buffet hides one of the most talked-about seafood nights in the region. Most drivers see the big hotel sign and keep rolling. The ones who stop often find piles of crab legs,...

Albuquerque, NM · 26d

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6 New Mexico Counties Where Black Bear Encounters Are A Growing Concern This Fall

A bear at the edge of the driveway is one way to make an ordinary morning unforgettable. Imagine opening the curtains and finding a furry visitor investigating the trash before breakfast. It sounds like a scene from a wildlife show, but encounters like this have become a real concern in...

New Mexico · 26d

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Albuquerque International Sunport ranked one of the best airports for art

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque International Sunport has earned the No. 10 spot among the nation’s top 10 airports for art in the 2026 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The Best Airport for Art competition featured airports nominated by a panel of subject matter experts...

Albuquerque, NM · 25d

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8 New Mexico Restaurants Between Albuquerque And Santa Fe That Are Too Good To Miss In 2026

A straight drive from Albuquerque to Santa Fe is easy. A hungry drive is much more interesting. The route passes towns where breakfast burritos can delay the morning and chile-covered plates can change lunch plans. Dinner may be worth leaving the highway for entirely. Corrales brings a slower village feel...

Santa Fe, NM · 27d

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These 7 New Mexico Restaurants Know How To Do Fried Catfish Right In 2026

A good fried catfish plate can make you forget what else was on the menu. The first bite brings the crunch, then the fish underneath turns soft and flaky. That contrast is exactly why people keep ordering it. Across New Mexico, plenty of restaurants give this familiar dish their own personality without making it feel overcomplicated.

New Mexico · 27d

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UPDATE: ‘Breaking Bad’ co-stars react to death of Star RJ Mitte at 34; Actor Had Recently Visited Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Fans across New Mexico are mourning the loss of RJ Mitte, the actor best known for playing Walter “Flynn” White Jr. on the Albuquerque-filmed television series Breaking Bad. Mitte has died at the age of 34, according to his representatives. He reportedly died in Brownsville, Texas, though no cause of death has been released and authorities say an investigation is ongoing.

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Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM · 27d

Red Chile Sourdough, Key Lime Pie, And Pumpkin Cookies Come Out Of This Small-Batch New Mexico Bakery

Some of the best stops in New Mexico hide in plain sight along ordinary roads, and nobody warns you about them. A modest storefront, a simple sign, and a counter lined with things baked that same morning can turn a quick errand into the highlight of the week. The loaf...

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Seoul Gimbap’s journey from a pop-up to a permanent location for Korean cuisine in ABQ, Pop! NM

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – On today’s episode of Pop! New Mexico, our host Mercedes Gonzales-Bazan chats with the owner of Seoul Gimbap, Hanmin Kim, about how his beloved Korean street-food business expanded from a pop-up to a permanent home. Kim’s business plan first originated from making homemade samgak gimbap for a UNM international food festival, and since then the popularity of Seoul Gimbap has continued to grow.

Albuquerque, NM · 25d

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Animal Humane New Mexico raises money to help dogs impacted by hurricanes

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — Animal Humane New Mexico is stepping in to help animals that have been impacted by recent hurricanes and storms. A humane society in Hawaii reached out to the local non-profit to help with six dogs and puppies that were flown into Denver this week. While many mainland shelters offered to take […]

New Mexico · 26d

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Albuquerque balloon museum receives $400,000 donation for outdoor exhibit

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — One of Albuquerque’s most popular museums just got a big donation. The Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum received $400,000 from UMB bank, which will go towards an upcoming exhibit. “Outdoor Balloon Adventure” is still under construction on the museum’s back lawn, overlooking Balloon Fiesta Park. Once complete, guests will be […]

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Three Guns Spring Trail proves the harder the hike the better the views; Enchanted Trails

On this episode of Enchanted Trails, Grant Tosterud explores Three Guns Spring Trail on the southern side of the Sandia Mountains. The trail winds through cactus, juniper, and rocky foothills before climbing higher into the mountains. It offers a good workout along with increasingly impressive views as you gain elevation.

Albuquerque, NM · 26d

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‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte dead at 34

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Visitors come to downtown Albuquerque for 3rd annual ‘Fermentation and Fungi Fest’

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Foodies and fungi enthusiasts traveled to downtown Albuquerque Sunday to take part in the third annual “Fermentation and Fungi Fest.” The event featured live demos from fermentation experts, plus a sourdough competition, local restaurant samples and wine and cheese tastings. Organizers said it was a great day to get people interested […]

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Guide to Youth Music Classes in the Albuquerque Area

There are so many good reasons to get your kids involved in music classes: from language development to math skills, coordination to creativity, emotional expression to just having fun. Piano and violin lessons were a significant part of my experience growing up, and I’m excited to get my children more involved in music classes as they get older. We’ve already had some excellent experiences with Music Together, violin camp, and dabbling with a piano book at home. It will be fun to see what my children land on in the future and if they’ll be involved in orchestra, band, or something else I hadn’t even considered.

Albuquerque, NM · 26d

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Movies and TV shows casting this week in Albuquerque

Stacker compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Albuquerque using listings from Casting Networks .

Albuquerque, NM · 10-07

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‘Red and green’: New Mexico fast food chain to rebrand with local flavor

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — If you have a favorite Taco Cabana order, don’t worry, it’s not going anywhere — but you might notice a new name with some local flair coming soon. For more than 30 years, Taco Cabana has been a familiar sight around New Mexico. But now, it’s getting a new name. “What goes better with New Mexico than red and green. Then also, red and green are the colors of the Mexican flag. So we have the combination of New Mexican food and Mexican food. We bring both flavors in – that’s how we came up with the name Roja Verde,” said Company President Ed Rodriguez.

New Mexico · 10-03

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Filling a bathtub with water before a hurricane? Why it’s common advice

If you've never experienced a hurricane, it may seem like odd advice.

Albuquerque, NM · 10-09

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Julie Hamlin discusses photographing the world’s most photographed event

Julie Hamlin is a local photographer and founder of Sacred Sage Photography, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is also an internationally award-winning and published photographer who specializes in documenting portraits, brands, and families. Hamlin serves as a New Mexico Ambassador and Mentor for The National Association of Portrait and...