Category Archives: Sandoval County, New Mexico
Explora launches STEM scholarship program
Santa Fe City Council approves plan for Zia Station development
A developer can move forward transforming an empty lot around the Zia rail Runner stop after getting approval from city council. The proposed project at … Continue reading
UNM Alumni Association to host STEM career fair via Zoom
Gov. Lujan Grisham vetoes federal funding earmarks in budget
Virtual fuelwood permit sales to resume on Santa Fe National Forest
Virtual fuelwood permit sales to resume on Santa Fe National Forest
New Mexico governor gets request to send troops to US border
Effort advances to recall Cowboys for Trump founder
Mayor Keller recognizes 4 residents with One Albuquerque Awards
Travel during COVID part 2
Travel during COVID part 2 Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1jocB9r Get more Albuquerque news: http://www.koat.com Like us: http://facebook.com/KOAT7 Follow us: https://twitter.com/koat7news … Continue reading
NM college offering cannabis class
New Mexico has its first billionaire; founder of solar tracking systems
NMAA warns of fake sports live stream ads
NMAA warns of fake sports live stream ads
Proposed task force includes dedicated crew for ART route maintenance
Roswell man charged with May 209 murder

A Roswell man is now facing charges for a nearly two year old murder. According to court records, Robert Moody killed Bobby Nunez at Moody’s … Continue reading
Registration open for Albuquerque’s summer youth programs
Camp BioPark as well as camps at the Albuquerque Museum and the Balloon Museum are available.
Volunteers, staff at local senior center caught not wearing masks
BioPark releases the 2021 Run for the Zoo t-shirt design
CNM, local high school students build home
Will COVID-19 vaccine proof be required in New Mexico?

Students are back in class and more New Mexicans are getting vaccinated every day. So could the vaccine soon become a requirement? Some colleges are … Continue reading
City invests half-a-million dollars to school crosswalk improvements following wrongful death lawsu
Animal advocates rescue nearly 50 chihuahuas after owner dies
Forty-six dogs were recently rescued from an Albuquerque hoarding situation after their owner passed away.
Bernalillo County Commissioners approve $1M for Gateway Center
Bernalillo County Commissioners approved $1 million for Albuquerque’s Gateway Center. The city has purchased the Gibson Medical Center and will turn it into the Gateway … Continue reading
Arrest warrant issued for suspected car thief
Farmington man charged for alleged role in Capitol riot
Economic Gardening garners praise from local businesses
Story by Amy Byres with the Rio Rancho Observer The Sandoval Economic Alliance “Economic Gardening” pilot program participants marked it a success.At the SEA virtual … Continue reading
UNM planning for mostly in-person learning this fall semester
UNM planning for mostly in-person learning this fall semester
MADD holds underaged drinking event for National Alcohol Awareness Month
State doctor ‘optimistic’ about number of COVID cases among vaccinated people

Health officials in New Mexico say the numbers provide a lot of hope. KRQE News 13 has learned very few vaccinated New Mexicans are contracting … Continue reading
New Mexico governor signs legislation into law relating to schools, hair discrimination and Native A
New Mexico governor signs legislation into law relating to schools, hair discrimination and Native American communities
Albuquerque homeowners want accused burglar behind bars until trial
Santa Fe Police looking for information on deadly shooting at Rail Runner station

Santa Fe Police are looking for the person behind a deadly shooting that happened Monday afternoon at the South Capitol Rail Runner station. Police say … Continue reading
APS has internet issues first day of school

APS has internet issues first day of school Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1jocB9r Get more Albuquerque news: http://www.koat.com Like us: http://facebook.com/KOAT7 … Continue reading
Places of worship host COVID-safe Easter services
God’s House Church in Northeast Albuquerque had to quickly navigate through CDC guidelines and physical repairs to be able to have Easter service in person … Continue reading
Prescribed burn happening in Pacheco Canyon
Officials say smoke may be visible from Santa Fe, Tesuque, Nambe, Los Alamos, and Pojoaque for a couple more days.
Body in northwest residential street sparks homicide investigation
Around 4:30 Saturday morning, a man was found in the middle of the road at Pinewood and Cherrywood near Unser.
Secretary Deb Haaland establishes unit to investigate missing and murdered Native Americans
Secretary Deb Haaland establishes unit to investigate missing and murdered Native Americans Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1jocB9r Get more Albuquerque news: … Continue reading
PPE kits donated to teachers in the metro area
PPE kits donated to teachers in the metro area
Man pleads guilty to federal charge after shooting rifle out Albuquerque apartment window
5 horses found dead in Otero Co.
What to know about recreational marijuana and the workforce
What to know about recreational marijuana and the workforce
Tesuque Casino set to reopen Saturday

The reopening comes as COVID cases trend downward in the state. The casino will undergo regular cleaning and sanitizing and will require masks and social … Continue reading
Nuclear Museum highlights ‘Science is Everywhere’ science camp
Medical experts concerned about start of allergy season

Bad news if you are among the millions of Americans that suffer from pollen related allergies every year. Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for … Continue reading
April Fools, New Mexico style
New Mexico Gas Company offers COVID-19 assistance to residential, small business customers
New Mexico Gas Company offers COVID-19 assistance to residential, small business customers
Golden Apple 2020 Award Recipient Shantel Dixon
State announces ongoing efforts to get individuals with disabilities vaccinated
Staying connected in Cuba, New Mexico

(Superintendent of Cuba Schools talks about programs that benefit students) By Stephen Montoya The sound of construction permeates the air on 50 County Road 13 … Continue reading
Father says his daughter was in fatal I-25 crash, hosts candlelight vigil
Data shows Bernalillo County is far from being able to go green.
County would have to average less than 23 cases a day over next five days Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1jocB9r Get … Continue reading
New Mexico AG’s Office investigating animal hoarding accusations
Valencia Co. schools, library awarded Facebook Community Action grants
Golden Apple 2020 Award Recipient Hope Encinias
Farmers get creative for upcoming season
Bill to legalize recreational marijuana heads to House floor
Albuquerque middle schoolers getting national recognition for creating sustainable moon city
UNM law students help Pueblos fight to protect clean water
Students at the University of New Mexico are playing an important role in a federal lawsuit. Students helped write a complaint against the EPA and … Continue reading
Bernalillo Co. works to finalize budget for fiscal year 2022

The more than $718 million budget is 11% higher than last years and they say that is in part due to the pandemic. A big … Continue reading
City of Albuquerque’s Domestic Violence Task Force submits recommendations

Among the recommendations including housing for domestic violence victims and eviction protection. Also more training for the Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue on … Continue reading
White Sands National Park sees recent surge in visitors during pandemic
White Sands National Park sees recent surge in visitors during pandemic
Golden Apple 2020 Award Recipient Carmen Moon
Farmington Police join funeral procession of Ofc. Eric Talley
Special session to focus on legalization of recreational marijuana
DA Torrez fighting to keep repeat burglar behind bars until trial
Presbyterian Robert Wertheim Hospice House breaks ground near I-25, San Antonio

Presbyterian is building a facility to help local families through some of their most difficult times. Crews broke ground Monday and the house will give … Continue reading
APS gives a look at changes inside classrooms ahead of schools reopening next week
APS gives a look at changes inside classrooms ahead of schools reopening next week Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1jocB9r Get more … Continue reading
State is handing out mostly blank pieces of paper instead of vaccine cards

State is handing out mostly blank pieces of paper instead of vaccine cards. Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1jocB9r Get more Albuquerque … Continue reading
NM Coach: It wasn’t my time to die.

NM Coach: It wasn’t my time to die. Subscribe to KOAT on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1jocB9r Get more Albuquerque news: http://www.koat.com Like us: http://facebook.com/KOAT7 … Continue reading
Sandoval County chaplain retires after a decade of service

Story and photos by Amy Byres with the Rio Rancho Observer After a decade of helping Sandoval County first responders cope with the sacrifice of … Continue reading
In-home vaccine shots offer freedom, peace of mind to some Sandoval County residents
By Mathew Reisen with the Albuquerque Journal Yolanda Trent has been afraid to leave her house for more than a year. The 69-year-old, who has … Continue reading
State Democrats hold forum for potential candidates in special election
State Democrats are expected to pick their candidate on Tuesday, March 30 to run for Deb Haaland’s now empty congressional seat. Eight candidates are currently … Continue reading
New details in murder case involving bodies found at Sunport
New details in murder case involving bodies found at Sunport
Silver Horizons hosts drive-thru grocery pickup for low-income seniors

Silver Horizons held the drive-thru event Friday morning, handing out fresh produce, frozen meats and canned goods. The next event will be on Wednesday, March … Continue reading
Cross country finals mark first high school championships in New Mexico in a year
Cross country finals mark first high school championships in New Mexico in a year