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Bare Knuckle Fighting makes successful debut in Albuquerque: 'Now we have a lot of new fans for life'

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship plans to return to New Mexico after a successful debut on Saturday at the Rio Rancho Event Center.


Rep. Maestas: 'We fully funded the criminal justice institutions, the police, the state criminal courts and the DA's office'

The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office wants part of $2.5 billion surplus to go toward the detention of potentially dangerous criminals.


'Lies, distortions and cover ups': Healthcare becoming hot topic ahead of elections

The cost of healthcare is becoming a campaign issue as the election season approaches.


City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Wednesday, April 13.


City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, Aug. 4.


Albuquerque considers using inmates to clean up litter: 'The litter is getting really bad, from what I see'

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is considering seeking the assistance of the New Mexico Corrections Department to help with the growing litter problem in Albuquerque.


Coronado Mall general manager: 'So for those would-be thieves out there, look out, because there's a new sheriff in town'

A partnership between the Coronado Mall and the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is proving effective at battling retail crime.


Robotic land rovers are 'our autonomous security officers'

The rovers have infrared cameras that can capture a person's face at 200 meters and a vehicle at 800 meters, according to a KOB report. They also can maneuver over all types of terrain.


Coffee house, clothing bank team up to help school children

An Albuquerque, New Mexico, coffee establishment is teaming with a local clothing bank to help children get school clothes.