ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After months of delays, an Albuquerque planning department has given the green light to a rehab center that neighbors tried to block. Developers said the plot of land near Lomas and I-25 would fill a need for the community. “What this allows, what this facility allows is it allows to free up … Read more
Albuquerque, NM (July 18, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Thursday, July 18, required support from local paramedics. The accident took place early that morning around 8:45 a.m. at the corner of Central Avenue NE and Pennsylvania Street NE. There were reported injuries at the scene, and emergency crews were … Read more
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Police and prosecutors said they see an increase in the number of juveniles and young people committing crimes in Albuquerque, especially downtown. Thursday morning, city, county, state, and federal law enforcement officials announced they are joining forces to put more eyes to try and curb the youth crime trends. Albuquerque Mayor Tim … Read more
Details affecting local, regional and national news events of the day are provided by the Eyewitness News 4 Team, as well as updates on weather and traffic. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Families visiting the Albuquerque BioPark will soon have a new exhibit to check out. Just last year, the zoo introduced its Asia exhibit. Now, they’re … Read more
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – To fight crime in Albuquerque, the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is putting more eyes on the streets. The new BCSO Metro Unit will be focused on high-crime areas like downtown. More deputies will patrol the area as it has already shown signs of success during its first operation last week. Bernalillo … Read more
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque says changes at problem intersections in the metro have been so successful that they’re rolling out similar set-ups all across town. The city has been using re-timing lights and installing roundabouts to create more pedestrian-friendly roads. They’ve been taking a look at problem spots across the metro. “We … Read more
FILE- Andrew Miller mug shot. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A career con man admitted to violating his probation from a 2007 racketeering case. Andrew Miller appeared in an Albuquerque courtroom Wednesday morning where Judge Angela Jewell sentenced him to 10 months in prison. Miller was initially sentenced to five years in 2017 for the 2007 case. … Read more
This year’s edition was designed by Jake Gushard | Courtesy of Balloon Fiesta ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has released the Official Balloon Fiesta Serigraph Poster for the 2024 event. A committee of judges reviewed 73 entries and chose Jake Gushard’s artwork. The collectible item depicts a scene of a fantasy Balloon … Read more
Albuquerque, NM (July 16, 2024) – A serious car accident in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, July 16, required support from local paramedics. The collision was first reported that morning around 9:58 a.m. at the crossing of Coors Boulevard NW and Los Volcanes Road NW. There were several collisions reported on the roadway, and the … Read more
In 2022, Albuquerque set a terrible record with 120 homicides that year, that was the most investigated by Albuquerque police ever. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – In 2022, Albuquerque set a terrible record with 120 homicides that year, that was the most investigated by Albuquerque police ever. So, how are things looking so far this year? KOB … Read more