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APD issues Amber Alert for abducted 16-year-old girl

Albuquerque Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 16-year-old girl who they say was taken by gunpoint by her half brother.

Televangelist Jim Bakker dead at 86

Jim Bakker, who, along with his then-wife Tammy Faye, built an evangelical empire around the hugely successful "The PTL Club" TV show, only to lose it all over a sex scandal and financial crimes, has died

Beautiful for Balloon Fiesta

A quiet weather pattern holds through the week, but changes move in this weekend

'Live in the moment': College student recalls rare cancer diagnosis

What began as abdominal pain led to a rare cancer diagnosis for a college student. Abbie Whittemore says the experience changed how she sees life.

Albuquerque mom charged under Bennie's Law remains in custody after court hearing

Bennie's Law was enacted in 2023 to hold people responsible for letting a minor access a firearm

AirPods, toys and a household essential sale highlight October Prime Day

Amazon's October Prime Day is live and there are thousands of deals available.

Steve Gleason reflects on 20 years since iconic punt block and life with ALS

Former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason reflects on the 20th anniversary of his legendary punt block, his battle with ALS, and the enduring connection between his life and the city of New Orleans.

Albuquerque restaurants support Tomasita's employees after fire forces closure

After a fire shut down Tomasita's just before Balloon Fiesta, local restaurants are offering temporary jobs to its employees.

President Trump approves rare firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan

President Donald Trump has approved the execution by firing squad of Army Maj. Nidal Hasan for the 2009 shooting rampage at Fort Hood, Texas

President Trump signs order extending tax-free use of red-dyed diesel during Nebraska midterm stop

At a campaign rally Monday night he signed an executive order to ease limits on the tax-free use of red-dye diesel.

Inmate dies at Curry County Adult Detention Center

Staff workers discovered the inmate unresponsive during a welfare check on Monday.

Tennessee Republicans consider more execution options after Christa Pike lethal injection fails

Tennessee's top Republicans are exploring alternative execution methods after the failed execution of Christa Pike

Convicted Massachusetts felon pleads guilty to selling imported plutonium from Russia to dozens

A Massachusetts man pleaded guilty to several charges after the U.S. Attorney's Office said he illegally sold and imported plutonium from Russia.

Trump says he will pay for campaign-style ads with his PAC money after backlash over taxpayer funds

President Trump said he will no longer use taxpayer funds for a series of promotional ads criticized across the aisle, instead using money from his super PAC.

Balloon Fiesta pilots invest thousands to participate in Albuquerque event

Pilots at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta spend significant personal funds to attend, with some costs partially covered by the event.

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin says his 22nd NHL season will be his last

Washington Capitals captain and career goal-scoring record holder Alex Ovechkin said this will be his final season in the NHL.

Flu cases are rising earlier this year — here's what that means

Doctors are already seeing flu cases, and say getting vaccinated sooner is better because the shot takes about two weeks to kick in.

Gregg Hull outlines four-step plan to eliminate New Mexico personal income tax

As early voting begins in Bernalillo County, the Republican gubernatorial candidate details his platform ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

How the Trump administration's revamped healthcare price transparency rules could impact patients

Consumer advocates say the rules are an important step, but stress there's more work today to ensure full transparency.

What parents should know about GLP-1s for kids

Some doctors are prescribing the medications known as GLP-1s to address childhood obesity. Here's what parents should know about GLP-1s and kids.

A Florida university focuses on space medicine to train future astronaut healthcare providers

A university is expanding its space medicine program to train future physicians to care for astronauts before, during, and after space missions.

Four killed in wrong-way crash on I-40 in Gallup

Four killed in wrong way crash on I-40 in Gallup

Roswell police searching for second suspect involved in stabbing

NBA is experimenting with smart basketballs and official wrist wearables in select preseason games

The NBA is experimenting with two pieces of technology in the leadup to the season

Pennsylvania measles cases reach more than 1,000. Track outbreaks in your state

Measles cases have surged in 2026, and Pennsylvania reported more than a thousand cases as of Monday.

A $30 painting, found in ‘dark corner’ of estate sale, has fetched $1.35M at auction. Here's why

A buyer took a chance on a $30 painting at an estate sale — and it turned out to be a long-lost Gertrude Abercrombie piece that set a record at auction.

Robert Kelker-Kelly, known for roles in major soap operas, has died at 62, reports say

Robert Kelker-Kelly, one of the actors who played Bo Brady on "Days of Our Lives" but was also well-known for roles on "General Hospital" and "Another World," has died at 62, according to reports.

Ex-pastor, 'American Idol' contestant Caleb Flynn sentenced for wife's murder

Caleb Flynn, the former pastor and "American Idol" contestant convicted of murdering his wife, was sentenced Monday.

US monitoring suspected plague death in Russia. Here's what to know

Here's what you need to know about a recent Russian lab worker's death, the threat level to the U.S. and the pneumonic plague.

No arrests announced in shootings that killed 2, left dozens injured at Georgia block party

Authorities in southern Georgia are still seeking suspects in weekend shootings that killed two people and left dozens injured when a sprawling block party turned violent.

Mother and son from Bermuda named as passengers on missing medical flight from Bermuda to Boston

A tragic air ambulance crash off Massachusetts has left two Bermudian nationals and four crew members presumed dead.

New Mexico State Fair surpasses 500,000 attendees for third year straight

A crowd of students protests Cornell's response to gang rape allegation

Cornell's main administration building was splashed with graffiti and a glass door was broken amid protests over the university's handling of an alleged 2024 fraternity-house gang rape.

PNM warns residents and visitors about power line safety during Balloon Fiesta

Redistricting battles have reshaped the 2026 midterms. How do voters in redrawn districts feel?

A Dallas-area neighborhood has been carved up by redistricting, and neighbors on either side of the dividing line have very different feelings about the outcome — highlighting the impact of the nationwide battle ahead of the midterms.

White House blocks Politico from Air Force One amid press access lawsuit

The White House is refusing to allow Politico on Air Force One, which means the news organization cannot fulfill its press corps pool responsibilities.

Cochiti Lake closes due to possible drowning

Cochiti Lake and Tetilla Peak are closed until further notice due to a possible drowning.

Obama to appear with El-Sayed in Detroit as the ex-president gets more involved in the midterms

Former President Barack Obama plans to appear with Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Detroit this month.

'The Blacklist' actor, wife turns car around to adopt New Mexico puppy

Jonathan Holtzman and his wife, Ali Margolies, found their newest family member at Española Humane — but it took a change of heart and a quick U-turn to bring Avocado home

AFR responds to several hot air balloon incidents around Albuquerque Monday morning

Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to several hot air balloon incidents around Albuquerque Monday morning.

Balloon Fiesta celebrates 'New Mexico Day' with free admission for New Mexico residents

Sterility concerns lead FDA to recall thousands of eye drop products

More than 500,000 eye drop products have been recalled from store brands including Walgreens over sanitization concerns.

11-year-old celebrates life-saving bone marrow transplant with help from older brother

Peyton Stewart, 11, received a life-saving bone marrow transplant from his older brother after being diagnosed with a rare genetic mutation.

Supreme Court rejects appeal over Michigan school's ban on ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ sweatshirts

The Supreme Court is rejecting an appeal from a Michigan woman challenging a school district’s ban on shirts with the phrase "Let’s Go Brandon."

Gatorade issues major recall across more than 30 states

Gatorade is recalling thousands of cases of its sports drink over food dye that wasn't declared on the packaging.

Police investigating ATV crash involving three juveniles

Santa Fe Police are investigating an ATV crash involving three juveniles ranging from 11 to 16 years old.

Former press secretary Karoline Leavitt lands her next gig: Fox News contributor

Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is joining Fox News as an on-air contributor.

Balloon Discovery Center celebrates 25 years at Balloon Fiesta

The Balloon Discovery Center is marking 25 years at Balloon Fiesta with interactive exhibits and activities for all ages to explore the science and art of ballooning

2 killed, including student, after Florida school bus rolls over in crash, sheriff says

A school bus flipped over onto its roof during a multivehicle crash in Florida, killing two people — including a 10th-grade girl, authorities said.

Nobel medicine prize goes to 3 scientists for research into brain activity

The Nobel Prize in medicine was awarded Monday to three scientists whose work led to a tool that uses light to help unravel how the brain works.

Dennis Hastert, longtime Republican House speaker who went to prison, dies at 84

Dennis Hastert, who served as House speaker longer than any other Republican but later was sent to prison in a hush-money case, has died.

Yes, it's almost Prime Day again. Here's everything to know about October's deals

Mark your calendars, Big Deal Days is just a few days away.

Another great day for Day 3 of Balloon Fiesta

High temperatures trend above average through most of the week

'Def Comedy Jam' and 'In Living Color' actor-comedian dies at 57

Actor and stand-up comedian Reggie McFadden, who got his start on HBO's Def Comedy Jam and worked on Fox sketch series In Living Color, has died.

Brisbane 2032 launches a cockatoo emblem for Olympics and Paralympics

The cockatoo has won out over the kangaroo, the koala and the bin chicken to become the emblem of the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics.

Sass Jordan, 'Canadian Idol' judge and rock singer who toured with Aerosmith, Van Halen, has died

Sass Jordan, Canadian Idol judge and rock star who had toured alongside Aerosmith and other artists like Van Halen at the start of her career, has died.

Lifelong Balloon Fiesta dream takes flight for first-year pilot

With support from Balloon Fiesta’s mentor program, Triston Garcia is taking the controls after a lifetime spent watching from the field

Supreme Court begins new term with cases addressing climate change, immigration, and gun laws

The Supreme Court's new term opens with cases addressing climate change lawsuits, immigration policies, and voting rights laws.

US military says latest strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean kills 4

The U.S. military said it attacked a boat suspected of being used to smuggle drugs in the Caribbean Sea on Sunday, killing four people, as the Trump administration continues its yearlong campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America.

Home affordability gap for first-time buyers widens as costs rise

Most young buyers can't afford a typical starter home, and about 80% of metro areas fall below affordability for first-time buyers.

Ukraine claims its attacks have taken out more than half of Russia's oil refining capacity

Ukraine said that its long-range strikes have neutralized more than half of Russia's oil refining capacity, hampering Moscow's ability to supply its forces during its 4 1/2-year-old invasion.

Former Prince Andrew takes legal action against UK police over Epstein arrest

King Charles' younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has launched legal action against police in England over his arrest earlier this year on suspicion of misconduct in public office following revelations from the Epstein files in the United States.

FBI arrests woman accused of spying on Taiwan leader's family for China

The FBI arrested a woman at Los Angeles International Airport as she was leaving the country, and accused her of spying on the Taiwan president's family for China.

Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque celebrates first-timers and family traditions

Thousands gathered at Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque to enjoy the International Balloon Fiesta, with attendees ranging from first-time visitors to longtime participants.

Jeffries says House Democrats reaching to flip Trump districts in attempt to repeat their 2018 sweep

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries says his party is on track to win back control of the House

House candidates address Doña Ana County flood damage

Congressman Gabe Vasquez and challenger Greg Cunningham focus on community concerns in New Mexico's second congressional district as election day nears.

Albuquerque driver dies after running stop sign

Police determined that the 22-year-old driver of a BMW ran a stop sign, plowing into another car and ultimately dying of their injuries

FBI Director Kash Patel gets engaged to longtime girlfriend, country singer Alexis Wilkins

FBI Director Kash Patel is engaged to country singer Alexis Wilkins, who announced the news with a photo of her ring and the caption, "Went and got the law involved."

VIDEO: Take a flight with Jake, the air traffic controller who flies himself to work

Take a video flyalong with Jake, a Colorado air traffic controller who skips the car and flies a paramotor to work, soaring over Pueblo before starting his shift, and then spends his workdays directing planes from an airport tower

We continue to enjoy favorable weather conditions for Balloon Fiesta

Monday’s high temperatures trend well above average

Flooding isolates 12 homes in San Francisco, New Mexico, after Rio Puerco overflows

An overflowing Rio Puerco leaves residents with limited travel options after a road became submerged.

Data centers are preventing a US recession, NMSU economist says

Despite a weak housing market, data center growth has buoyed the US economy, New Mexico State University economics professor Chris Erickson tells KOAT.

Dozens quarantined after researcher at Russian plague laboratory dies of ‘unknown’ infection

Reports say U.S. health officials are monitoring after a Russian lab worker died of an unknown infection | What we know so far

Think your milk belongs in the fridge door? Experts say think again. Here's why

If your milk lives in the fridge door, experts have some advice for you.

Why even resilient forests are struggling to regrow after wildfires

Forests that are historically adapted to fire are now often being obliterated by the fast-moving, high-temperature wildfires that are becoming increasingly common.

A hungry chambermaid bit into an apple a century ago and helped solve a high-wire diamond heist

A hungry chambermaid bit into an apple in the room she was cleaning a century ago and helped solve a high-wire diamond heist.

Why stink bugs invade your home in fall—and how to stop them

Fall is stink bug season. Here’s how to get rid of them and keep them from coming back.

US Air Force pulls all bombers from key British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack

The U.S. Air Force has brought home its bombers stationed at a U.S.-run military air base in England, used to strike Iran following an investigation into a planned terror attack at the RAF Fairford base

Health department hears concerns over access to medical psilocybin

Advocates warn rules could restrict access to veterans, rural residents and end-of-life care patients who seek medical psilocybin for a range of health problems.

UAE had shared details about FlyDubai flight with Israel, including pilots' names and nationalities

Authorities in the UAE shared with Israel a list of crew ahead of the FlyDubai flight on which a pilot attempted to seize control, officials said, raising new questions about why he evaded detection.

School custodian honored for kidney donation that helped save teacher’s brother

"Just trying to love my neighbor" | A custodian received special recognition from his school on National Custodian Day for donating his kidney to help a teacher’s brother.

Suspects sought after burglary at Santa Fe Place Mall

Video surveillance showed the suspects stealing jewelry from a kiosk on Sunday.

Why are more young adults having strokes now than 30 years ago?

A medical expert explains why more young adults are having strokes today than three decades ago.

2 killed and dozens injured at large neighborhood block party shooting in south Georgia

Law enforcement officials say two people have been shot dead and nearly three dozen were injured at a neighborhood block party early Sunday morning in southern Georgia.

Burglary suspect arrested in Santa Fe

Johnny Anaya has been charged with burglary, criminal damage to property and resisting, evading or obstructing a police officer.

What's the MLB rule when the ball hits the roof?

One of the wildest moments the Brewers have ever seen raises a question: What's the MLB rule when the ball hits the roof?

Archaeologists found 11 silver coins buried 2,000 years ago

Archaeologists in Germany found 11 rare silver coins known as quinarii that were made by an ancient Celtic culture. But a mystery around them remains unanswered.

Search suspended for missing passengers on board Boston-bound medical plane, US Coast Guard says

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended a search for the six missing passengers who were on board a medical aircraft that went missing off the Massachusetts coast, as of Sunday evening.

Christa Pike has not regained consciousness since failed execution, lawyer says

Christa Pike remains unconscious and on a ventilator in a Tennessee hospital after a failed execution attempt.

Balloon comes into contact with power lines in NE Albuquerque

A balloon came into contact with power lines in northeast Albuquerque on Sunday morning.

US Marine arrested for alleged murder of a woman on Okinawa, sparks outrage from Japan

Japanese police arrested a U.S. Marine in the alleged robbery and murder of a woman on Okinawa, officials said Sunday, the latest criminal case on the southern island where the heavy American troop presence has remained a sensitive issue.

Trump announces leadership of new federal AI task force

President Donald Trump has tapped his director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, to lead a new government task force on artificial intelligence

Here's how to find out if you're eligible for Trump's promised $90 Medicare payments

The White House says most Medicare Part B enrollees are eligible for the one-time payments.

Replica Oval Office near White House given Trump makeover: New additions for viewers

The People's House museum exhibit in Washington has updated its replica Oval Office to match Donald Trump's flashier and more golden design choices from his second term

Clear skies and warm temperatures continue, with breezier conditions.

Balloon Fiesta Day 2 kicks off with conditions much like yesterday, with breezier winds.

'It's a catalyst for culture and arts': 100-year-old grain silo gets mural upgrade

Art has always been part of Montana, with community leaders in one area adding another, much larger canvas in hopes of growing its own arts and culture scene.

Environmental groups sue Trump administration over eased vehicle fuel economy rules

A group of environmental organizations sued the Trump administration on Friday over its recent relaxation of key vehicle fuel economy rules, a decision that the group says will make vehicles less efficient, contribute to more pollution and increase gas consumption.

Nolo becomes a Category 3 Hurricane in the remote Pacific Ocean

Nolo strengthened into a major hurricane Saturday in the remote Pacific Ocean, far to the west of Hawaii's main islands and population centers.

LIHEAP heat benefits may fall short as winter bills jump, new data shows

LIHEAP heating aid may not cover rising winter bills, leaving some families on the hook for more than $500.

Russian drone slams into bridge in Kyiv as Germany's chancellor visits

A Russian drone slammed into a bridge in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the city in a display of support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.