Kassi Foote

Mar 27, 2025 | kob.com | Mesha Begay |Kassi Foote

Pit will always be in Pitino, but Pitino won't be in The Pit. At least not as the University of New Mexico head basketball coach. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Pit will always be in Pitino, but Pitino won’t be in The Pit. At least not as the University of New Mexico head basketball coach. Now that he’s leaving for Xavier University, who will be getting fitted for that cherry blazer? 505 Sports Venture Foundation Founder Kurt Roth is an advisor for the coaching search.

Mar 25, 2025 | kob.com | Mesha Begay |Kassi Foote

The University of New Mexico Lobos were close, but not close enough to make it to the Sweet 16. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The University of New Mexico Lobos were close, but not close enough to make it to the Sweet 16. The season ended with a loss to Michigan State Sunday night in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. On Monday, the conversation shifted to the basketball team’s future. KOB 4 had a front row seat to weekly sports talk show “Two Men On” hosted by Fred Slow, Van Nunley, and Jake Cascio.

Mar 25, 2025 | kob.com | Mesha Begay |Kassi Foote

For Wayne Vineyard, a trip to his barber is about more than a haircut. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – For Wayne Vineyard, a trip to his barber is about more than a haircut. That’s because with the shield of the cape, and the buzz of the clippers, comes conversation and opportunities for sharing. “They have compassion, they’re willing to share an open ear, and willing to share encouragement with everybody. It’s an awesome thing to see that nowadays more than ever,” said Wayne Vineyard, a Pay It 4ward nominator.

Mar 22, 2025 | kob.com | Mesha Begay |Kassi Foote

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – There is new life in a historic hotel that previously sat vacant on the corner of Eighth and Central for years. What was once Hotel Blue is now officially called Arrive Albuquerque. Revamped and reopen to tourists and local alike in part of downtown that city leaders say could use a boost. “We’re here for the locals as much as we are for the tourists,” said Abraham Juarez, general manager of Arrive Albuquerque.

Mar 14, 2025 | kob.com | Mesha Begay |Kassi Foote

If you're looking to take that next step and trade in rent for a mortgage, crews are building hundreds of new homes in the metro every day. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — If you’re looking to take that next step and trade in rent for a mortgage, crews are building hundreds of new homes in the metro every day. Home construction took off during the pandemic, with so many people rethinking their living spaces while they were stuck at home, but labor and supply chain issues were a significant challenge.