Monica Logrono

Albuquerque

Reporter at KOB-TV (Albuquerque, NM)

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Local man makes history as he summits Mt. Everest and completes Seven Summits

4 days ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

Albuquerque's very own hiking history maker is back home after hiking Mount Everest. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Albuquerque’s very own hiking history maker is back home after hiking Mount Everest. “We’ve been supporting Duke for quite some time,” Iz Rael said. Duke Pigott has been hiking his entire life. Even his friend said while they’re proud of him, they’re not exactly surprised he climbed the tallest mountain in the world.
Procession held for fallen Bloomfield Police Officer

5 days ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

The day's major news events, business reports, local sports updates, weather information and tomorrow's forecast are presented by the Eyewitness News 4 Team. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A Bloomfield police officer is closer to his final resting place after law enforcement from across the state took part in a procession Sunday, transporting Timothy Ontiveros from the hospital to the Office of the Medical Investigator.
Free summer meal programs kick off next week

1 week ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

City and county programs will help feed children in need throughout the summer at numerous sites in the metro area. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It’s hard to ignore and it’s on everyone’s mind: the price of practically everything. “When the economy sort of shifts to where groceries are more expensive, we absolutely see an increased need at the food bank,” said Roadrunner Food Bank events and communications director Diana Sanchez.
New Mexico National Guard faces criticism as Albuquerque deployment nears

1 week ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

The National Guard is coming to Albuquerque but as that deployment inches closer, we're seeing very different perspectives. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The National Guard is coming to Albuquerque but as that deployment inches closer, we’re seeing very different perspectives. On one hand, Albuquerque police say they need the help but on the other, human rights organizations say the move will militarize our city, making it feel less safe.
Deep divide remains over how to deal with juvenile crime

2 weeks ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Monica Logrono

Share ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It’s clear the divide is deep over what to do about more New Mexico kids and teens committing crimes. As some lawmakers call for heavier punishments, others are calling for support instead. Wednesday, the Justice for Youth Community Collaborative was joined by State Senator Linda Lopez (D-11), Bernalillo County Commissioner Adriann Barboa and others in an effort to encourage policies which support community-based programs, instead of criminalizing our youth.
Deep divide remains over how to deal with juvenile crime

2 weeks ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

Conference on juvenile crime calls for solutions that do not involve increased incarceration or other punitive measures. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It’s clear the divide is deep over what to do about more New Mexico kids and teens committing crimes. As some lawmakers call for heavier punishments, others are calling for support instead.
City looks to fill empty space at Gateway Center with tenants as majority of services are running

2 weeks ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

It's been four years since the City of Albuquerque moved forward with creating the Gateway Center to help with our homeless crisis. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It’s been four years since the City of Albuquerque moved forward with creating the Gateway Center to help with our homeless crisis. There’s been a lot of construction and delays, but city officials say the majority of the services at the center are now open.
699 arrests made in Operation Route 66 but work isn't done yet

2 weeks ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

Only about 230 of those arrested remain in the court system as multiple officials seek ways to end to the revolving door. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Cleaning up Central has been a goal for a long time for many city and county leaders. But now, some say they’re actually making a dent and making the area safer to the tune of almost 700 arrests. KOB 4 has reported on Operation Route 66 before. It’s a joint effort among multiple county and state agencies to fight crime along the Central corridor.
Father speaks up 2 days after daughter was stabbed to death

2 weeks ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

A local father is sharing his daughter's story after she was stabbed to death just days ago. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A local father is sharing his daughter’s story after she was stabbed to death just days ago. Albuquerque police say 18-year-old Reina Aragon was stabbed to death Friday night at the Sandia Village Apartments. Detectives described what seemed to be a complicated love triangle between Reina, her ex-boyfriend and his current girlfriend.
Family of fallen officer seeks answers nine months after hit-and-run

3 weeks ago | kob.com | Monica Logrono

Only questions remain after a hit-and-run claimed the life of APD officer Bianca Quintana late one night in southwest Albuquerque. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Exactly nine months ago Wednesday, Albuquerque Police lost one their own and officer Bianca Quintana’s family lost a mother, wife and sister. They still don’t have answers about who killed her in a hit-and-run in southwest Albuquerque “I’m still like in the cycle of trying to figure out what life’s about,” said Quintana’s sister Maricruz Dominguez.