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Incumbents hold strong, new faces emerge in East Mountains election

By Rodd Cayton — East Mountains voters have made their preferences known, selecting local and state representatives for the next two or four years. District 5 Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas, a Democrat, fended off a challenge from Republican Thomas Riley. Preliminary information from the New Mexico Secretary of State’s office shows Olivas with 33,833 votes to Riley’s 21,877.

Bernalillo County, NM · 2d

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Program supports New Mexico students facing housing insecurity

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A program to help school kids facing housing insecurity in New Mexico is expanding to cover more school districts. The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions’ Office of Housing is investing nearly $8 million into its family stabilization program. The program was previously only available in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Santa […]

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Albuquerque BioPark River of Lights returns with 50 new sculptures

River of Lights returns to the Albuquerque BioPark for its 29th holiday light show with 50 new light sculptures.

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Sandia Area starts construction on new branches in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho

Sandia Area Federal Credit Union started construction on two new branches in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, slated to open in late 2027. The expansion will bring Sandia Area's total branch count to nine. The Albuquerque branch will be located at 1105 Snow Vista SW, and the Rio Rancho branch will be located at 4551 Safelite NE, near U.S. 550.

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Flipped by 334 votes: Democrats take the Sandoval County Commission

By Kevin Hendricks — A 334-vote margin just handed Democrats control of the Sandoval County Commission. Democrat Frank Smith Jr. edged out Republican Edwin Linson 7,983 to 7,649 for the District 3 seat Tuesday, according to unofficial results. Smith replaces term-limited Republican Commissioner Mike Meek, and his win flips the board to a Democratic majority.

Sandoval County, NM · 2d

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UNM Students Unearth New Mexico Ruins That Rewrite Pueblo History

She almost missed it. The brush was moving on its usual rhythm — short strokes, careful angle, eyes down — when the soil gave up something that had no business surviving centuries of freeze and thaw and the slow crush of collapsing adobe: a rosary, intact, its beads still strung, resting inside a wall that hadn’t seen daylight since long before anyone alive could remember.

New Mexico · 3d

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Joseph Rowland wins sheriff’s race; new commissioners

With unofficial numbers in, as of Wednesday morning, most of the challenged local races in the 2026 General Election are favoring Republicans, and it looks like one New Mexico House of Representatives incumbent may be on her way out. The race between the incumbent, Republican Tanya Mirabal Moya and Democrat...

Valencia County, NM · 2d

KOB 4 Albuquerque, New Mexico

Decision 2026: Governor’s race

Regardless of who wins, someone new will move into the governor’s mansion next year.

KOB 4 Albuquerque, New Mexico

Skate-O-Mania to stay open after warning of possible closure

The owners of Skate-O-Mania in Albuquerque said they’re staying open after indicating they may be forced to close.

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Dental Clinic for those in need

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The New Mexico Dental Association is bringing the New Mexico Mission of Mercy back to Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque on November 6th – 7th. The Mission of Mercy provides free dentistry service to New Mexicans on a first come, first served basis. The event offers community members free cleanings, fillings, extractions and limited root canals. No appointments or advanced registration is required. Parking opens at 4:30 a.m. and doors open at 5:15 a.m. Guests are encouraged to get their early as the event operates on a first come, first served basis. For more information.

Albuquerque, NM · 4d

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Residents who live in the city of Albuquerque asked to approve City Charter Amendments

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) – Residents who life in Albuquerque are being asked to vote on changes to the City Charter. The questions are at the bottom of the ballot and many times voters forget to vote on these important changes. The first question asks voters whether to repeal or...

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Sandoval County Commission declares state of emergency and disaster in part of county

SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Sandoval County has officially declared a disaster and emergency after flooding swept through the northern part of the county. The Sandoval County Board of Commissioners specifically said that the Ojo Encine, Torreon, and Counselor chapters of the Navajo Nation have been affected. The flooding has also washed out roads, threatened […]

Sandoval County, NM · 2d

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Flying trapeze classes now open at Barelas Park in Albuquerque

A flying trapeze school has set up at Barelas Park, where Circus Steps is offering classes for people of all ages.

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Congressional District 2 candidate Greg Cunningham awaits election results at watch party

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — We’re keeping track of the race for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District tonight. Greg Cunningham, the Republican candidate for the district, is gathered with other Republican Party candidates at Hotel Albuquerque, awaiting the results. Cunningham is a military veteran and retired law enforcement detective. He is currently the owner of an […]

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Albuquerque voters approve measure elevating ACS director to chief level

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque voters approved a measure that elevates the Albuquerque Community Safety director to a chief-level position. With the change, the mayor will need to nominate an Albuquerque Public Safety Chief, and the Albuquerque City Council will decide whether to confirm them, much like how the Albuquerque Police Department and Fire Rescue […]

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Democrats dominate Bernalillo County election results

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Bernalillo County voters gave Democrats wins in nearly every contested partisan race, from county offices to Congress, while also deciding judicial contests and a slate of ballot questions. Democrat Eric Olivas won another term on the County Commission and Democrat Linda Stover won election as county assessor.

Bernalillo County, NM · 2d

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Bernalillo County Seeks Artists for $200K Memorial Honoring Medal of Honor Hero

Bernalillo County is on the hunt for a New Mexico artist to design a new monumental sculpture honoring Chief Warrant Officer Richard Rocco, a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient who grew up in Albuquerque's South Valley. The county arts board is now accepting submissions for what officials are calling the Richard Rocco Memorial Public Art Project, with a budget that includes everything from artist design to fabrication, transportation, and installation.

Bernalillo County, NM · 4d

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New Mexico to host information events on federal Medicaid changes

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – With federal Medicaid changes approaching and SNAP changes already in effect this year, the New Mexico Health Care Authority is urging residents to learn what they must do to protect their benefits. Story continues below. News: San Juan County residents feeling weight of second round...

New Mexico · 4d

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Haaland Makes Closing Argument at Albuquerque Rally Ahead of Election Day

ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland (Laguna Pueblo) made her closing argument to voters Monday evening at La Cueva High School in northeast Albuquerque, urging supporters to turn out for Election Day. Haaland, who launched her campaign for governor of New Mexico on February 11, 2025, reflected...