Former APS teacher, board speak on delayed retirement applications

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A former Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) teacher has waited months to receive money from her retirement plan through the state. She said things are now looking up after receiving paperwork this week to move the process forward. “I felt a deep sense of relief,” said Sarah MacKenzie, a former teacher with APS. … Read more

University of New Mexico Health System provides first-time sleep apnea device surgery

Snoring can not only affect the quality of your sleep, it can also cause long term health issues. If you experience heavy snoring, ask your doctor to check if you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For those who struggle with lack of sleep, the University of New Mexico Health System and Sciences is … Read more

Local group gathers public input on making Central safer

A local group is pushing for improvements to the Central corridor to make it more pedestrian-family, citing a high number of fatalities. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Community members continue to raise concerns and take action on what can be done to make the Central corridor safer in Albuquerque. “Albuquerque is the second-deadliest when it comes to … Read more

Albuquerque mother enters plea deal after baby dies with meth in system

Christina Bennett during a hearing from court-supplied video feed ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – More than a year after police said an Albuquerque mother was responsible for her four-month-old daughter, court documents show she has now agreed to a plea deal with prosecutors. According to court records, officers responded to a home in northeast Albuquerque to reports of … Read more

Family of hit-and-run victim sues City of Albuquerque over intersection safety

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Adorned with flowers and his name, a ghost bike at Unser and Kimmick on Albuquerque’s west side stands where Joe Gamez took his last ride. It was July of 2022 when Gamez was riding his bike near Unser Kimmick when he was hit by a vehicle and died days later. “I just … Read more

Suspected racer talks to police after ABQ crash kills 2

***WARNING: The video attached to this article may be found disturbing.*** ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Police alleged street racing caused a horrific crash last October in northeast Albuquerque. Newly-obtained video provides a look at the scene as it unfolded. Two volleyball players were seriously hurt, and one of their mothers was killed in the crash. One … Read more

Albuquerque police chief reprimanded for February crash

Todd Perchert was driving his gold 66 Mustang and suffered several injuries, including a broken collar bone and ribs. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – APD Chief Harold Medina and his wife were on a way to a press conference in his department issued truck when he saw a fight break out on Central and Alvarado. One of … Read more