2 men from Mexico arrested for illegally buying weapons in Albuquerque

2 men from Mexico arrested for illegally buying weapons in Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Two men from Mexico are facing federal charges for illegally purchasing firearms, including a machinegun, three rifles, and a grenade from an undercover Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) agent in Albuquerque. Fernando Espino-Ortiz and Perla Janeth Ruiz-Lozano appeared in federal court Tuesday. Espino-Ortiz will remain in custody, and Ruiz-Lozano will be released on…

‘Crayons & Canapés’ fundraiser supports early childhood education in Albuquerque

‘Crayons & Canapés’ fundraiser supports early childhood education in Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Christina Kent Early Childhood Center is a private, non-profit corporation that’s goal is to provide high-quality early childhood education to children from economically diverse families. One of the ways they raise money for their organizations is through their annual Crayons & Canapés fundraiser. At the fundraisers, people will get to see…

PHOTOS: Revamp Route 66 sign program makes progress in Albuquerque

PHOTOS: Revamp Route 66 sign program makes progress in Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With the 100th anniversary of Route 66 coming up in 2026, the City of Albuquerque is working with 14 local businesses and property owners to restore vintage signs along the “Mother Road.” How fast is too fast? Speed limit confusion surrounds area near Albuquerque speed camera The City of Albuquerque Department of Arts…