Burqueños can expect ramped-up patrols and enforcement over the Fourth of July holiday to curb illegal fireworks and prevent fires in high-risk areas like the Bosque and foothills. With recent arson activity and a rise in illegal fireworks, Albuquerque Fire Rescue and the Albuquerque Police Department are stepping up efforts to keep neighborhoods safe from […]
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City to test new mosquito spray in 3 neighborhoods. Is yours included?
This report was provided as a press release by the listed agency or public office which is responsible for its content. The City of Albuquerque is announcing it will be conducting a mosquito pesticide field trial in three Albuquerque neighborhoods starting in July with a total of six treatments. The three neighborhoods being treated during […]
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Weed Lawsuit Against Border Patrol Enters New Phase
A judge’s decision on a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) could affect the fate of hundreds of legal cannabis operators in New Mexico. The lawsuit seeks to halt Border Patrol from seizing legal cannabis and vehicles from state-licensed businesses at interior border checkpoints. It also […]
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City Mobilizes Resources as Triple-Digit Heat Hits
With temperatures soaring into the triple digits, the City of Albuquerque is equipping residents with the best ways to stay safe from extreme heat this summer. City officials are urging the community to take all necessary precautions and to take advantage of the available resources, such as expanded shelter options and splash pads, among others. […]
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In Their Own Words: Bunnie Cruse
This article is part of a month-long look at the challenges, triumphs and everyday life of Albuquerque’s LGBTQIA+ community. In keeping with the theme of Pride Month, each article will be in the format of a transcribed interview, allowing these people to speak directly to us and to our readers in their own words. Bunnie […]
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Haaland criticizes Trump budget cuts during campaign visit in Tijeras
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Applications open for 2025 State Fair Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge
The New Mexico State Fair is now accepting applications for one of its most popular culinary competitions: the Original Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge. Local restaurants have until noon on June 30 to apply for a shot at claiming the coveted title of New Mexico State Fair Green Chile Cheeseburger Champion. Eight restaurants will be selected […]
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Local food pantry seeks community support to restock essential items
As more families face difficult times, the East Mountain Food Pantry is stepping up and asking the community for help to continue its mission of feeding those in need. The nonprofit, which serves food-insecure families across Bernalillo, Santa Fe and Torrance counties, is seeking donations of several high-demand staples: In 2024, the pantry served 1,408 […]
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Open Mic Mondays: CW Ayon
Cooper “CW” Ayon says he really enjoys changing people’s idea of blues music, getting folks to dance and making them forget about their worries for a couple hours. As one of the state’s most celebrated and prolific bluesmen, it’s not too hard to catch him singing and playing guitar alongside an upright bass player named […]
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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 […]