New fiber installation rules are now in effect in Albuquerque, which aim to protect neighborhoods and hold companies accountable for damage and make sure they clean up after themselves. After months of complaints about damaged sidewalks and lawns, city officials introduced new regulations this week to enhance oversight of fiber optic construction. Companies must now […]
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Bernalillo County accepts nearly $26 million for community projects
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners formally accepted nearly $26 million in state capital outlay appropriations during its June 24 meeting. The funding, secured during the 2025 New Mexico legislative session, will support a broad range of projects aimed at improving housing, healthcare, infrastructure, and public safety throughout the county. “This resolution brings to life […]
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Albuquerque’s new opt-in zoning plan aims to ease housing crunch
A proposed resolution, sponsored by City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn, who introduced it on behalf of Mayor Tim Keller, still needs committee approval but could allow property owners to opt in to rezone for denser or mixed-use housing as part of a broader push to address the housing shortage. The city’s voluntary rezoning plan would let […]
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Rick Perry’s AI plan: A colossal nuclear campus in Trump’s image
By Evan Halper, Hannah Natanson A company led by former energy secretary and Texas governor Rick Perry has submitted a federal application to build a nuclear power complex on what sponsors say would be the world’s largest data-center campus – a project with a distinctly political veneer. Republican Perry is co-founder of Fermi America, a […]
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Your opinion matters: County opens dialogue with residents through economic development series programs
Bernalillo County residents will have a chance to help shape the future of the local economy through a series of public meetings designed to gather input on economic development in the community. The county launched its Community Dialogue series on June 17 at the South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center. The meeting focused on community benefits […]
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City on the move: ART celebrates 10 million rides
Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART), the city’s bus rapid transit system, announced Tuesday it has reached a significant milestone: 10 million rides. The system, which operates primarily along Central Avenue, provides over 2 million rides annually, accounting for approximately 30% of ABQ RIDE’s total ridership according to the City of Albuquerque. ART distinguishes itself with high-capacity, […]
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Thousands march in Downtown Albuquerque to protest ICE, Trump immigration policies
A wave of chants, music and calls for justice surged through Downtown Albuquerque on Friday as approximately 2,000 people gathered to protest federal immigration policies and call for the abolition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration, organized in response to ongoing ICE raids and immigration enforcement efforts under policies implemented by President Donald […]
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A new bill could change how Albuquerque handles homeless camps
Albuquerque City Councilor Nichole Rogers is proposing changes to the city’s Safe Outdoor Space (SOS) Operator’s Permit Ordinance, aiming to reduce regulatory obstacles and make it easier to open and manage sanctioned encampments for people experiencing homelessness. Rogers is pushing to ease city rules on Safe Outdoor Spaces. She argues that current regulations create unnecessary […]
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Seven candidates officially qualify to run for Albuquerque mayor
Incumbent Tim Keller will face a six-pack of challengers as he runs for an unprecedented third term as Albuquerque mayor. After the June 21 deadline to meet the requirements for qualification in the upcoming election, Keller and six other mayoral hopefuls will be on the Election Day ballot on Nov. 4. Candidates for mayor must […]