Accusations from City Council Leadership In a developing situation in Albuquerque, City Council President Brook Bassan has raised serious allegations against City Attorney Lauren Keefe, accusing her of a conflict of interest in ongoing litigation involving the City Council and Mayor Tim Keller’s administration. Bassan claims that Keefe may have collaborated with the Mayor’s Office…
Accident Overview A devastating plane crash occurred on November 26, claiming the lives of two individuals near Alamogordo, New Mexico. The two-seat American Aviation AA-1A aircraft, piloted by Patrick Cheung, 40, struck a mountainside approximately seven miles east of the Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport, where it had departed. Both Cheung and his passenger, Ralph Guerin,…
Transforming Lives Through Transitional Housing Ponderosa Place, Albuquerque’s newest transitional housing facility, is offering a lifeline to families experiencing homelessness. Opened less than two months ago, this facility is a renovated former Comfort Inn that now serves as a critical resource for families in need. With a capacity for 76 families, or up to 300…
Othon Jorge Zamarripa’s Conviction and Sentencing Othon Jorge Zamarripa, a 35-year-old resident of Anthony, New Mexico, has been sentenced to life in federal prison without the possibility of parole after being found guilty of two counts of child sexual exploitation. The charges stemmed from his manipulation and abuse of two young relatives, aged 10 and…
Remembering Raymon Joseph Tavarez Raymon Joseph Tavarez, lovingly known as “RJ” and by his wrestling persona “Ray Basura,” passed away at the age of 35 on December 13, 2025. Born on January 17, 1990, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Ray had called Albuquerque home since 2010. His sudden departure has left a profound impact on his…
End of an Era for Albuquerque’s National Guard Support After a six-month mission, approximately 70 members of the New Mexico National Guard are set to leave Albuquerque following the conclusion of Operation Zia Shield on December 19, 2025. This initiative, authorized by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, aimed to bolster the efforts of the Albuquerque Police…
Incident Overview In a concerning case highlighting the intersection of social media and youth violence, 18-year-old Wyatt Ruiz from Albuquerque has been arrested following the discovery of his Instagram posts featuring handguns and cash. The Albuquerque Police Department reports that these posts included threatening statements, prompting an immediate investigation. Legal Implications Ruiz’s posts depicted handguns…
Community Urged to Assist in Finding Adam Cordero The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is calling on the community for assistance in the search for 29-year-old Adam Cordero, who has been missing since December 8, 2025. Cordero was last seen near the busy intersection of Paseo del Norte and Interstate 25, a critical area known for…
Overview of Holiday Highlights The festive spirit is alive in Albuquerque as the city gears up for a month filled with holiday cheer through its Love 4 ABQ initiative. This community-focused segment, produced by KOB-TV in collaboration with Visit Albuquerque, showcases a variety of Christmas activities designed for families, locals, and visitors alike. From enchanting…
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – This December, Albuquerque is experiencing an unexpected departure from typical winter weather, as temperatures soar to record levels, prompting residents to don shorts and T-shirts rather than winter coats. With highs reaching as much as 20°F above the seasonal average, locals are taking advantage of the unseasonable warmth to engage in outdoor…