The Genius: New Mexico’s Anwi Fomukong

1,150 Views   ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — In honor of Black History Month, KOAT shines a light on those who have helped paved the way in New Mexico, from the arts to culture, food, and history. Anwi Fomukong, 20, is a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) undergraduate at the University of New Mexico (UNM) studying mechanical engineering. […]

Representatives from New Mexico’s only 24/7 dispensary discuss cannabis-related legislative bills being considered in the Roundhouse

960 Views   High Horse Cannabis Company, which opened the first 24-hour drive-through cannabis dispensary in New Mexico last year with their Las Cruces location, is calling on New Mexico legislators to support cannabis consumers by protecting access to cannabis. Scott Brocato spoke with High Horse’s director of public engagement Scott Krahling and brand advocate Nicole […]

Los Alamos prepares for the release of film ‘Oppenheimer’

915 Views   LOS ALAMOS COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Los Alamos County is gearing up for the upcoming Christopher Nolan film, “Oppenheimer,” and working to cultivate relationships in order to share the “real” Los Alamos. Los Alamos is preparing to teach visitors the true stories behind the events featured in the “Oppenheimer” film.

Multiple law enforcement agencies respond to fatal shooting at El Paso Mall

707 Views   El Paso police say they are investigating a shooting that took place Wednesday at Cielo Vista mall that claimed the life of one person and injured three others. Police say two people were taken into custody. Law enforcement locked down the mall and a reunification center was set up at a nearby high […]

80 fugitives arrested in Albuquerque metro during U.S. Marshals Service operation

684 Views   ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The U.S. Marshals Service recently conducted a 30-day operation called operation NorthStar II, to get violent offenders off our streets. According to the Marshals Service, 80 fugitives were taken into custody during the operation. 61 local fugitives and 27 federal fugitives were accounted for in the Albuquerque metro.