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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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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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. 5. Candidates for mayor must […]
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Mayoral hopefuls nearing ballot qualification deadline for November election
With the June 21 deadline looming, Albuquerque mayoral candidates are in a final push to meet the requirements for ballot qualification in the upcoming November 4 Regular Local Election. Candidates for mayor must gather a significant number of petition signatures and, for those seeking public financing, qualifying contributions to secure their spot on the ballot. […]
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Real work, real progress
Mayor Tim Keller told Albuquerque business leaders that the city is finally making real progress on crime, homelessness and downtown revitalization after years of effort. Speaking at the Embassy Suites by Hilton during the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce’s annual mayoral address June 17, Keller said long-term investments and partnerships are starting to pay off. […]
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Albuquerque City Council appoints new inspector general and Ethics Board members
By Abby McDonald The Albuquerque City Council met last Monday night to appoint a new inspector general and two new members of the Ethics Board. The position of the inspector general, previously held by Melissa Santistevan, was put on leave for her final remaining months after finding out that nine reports were not made public. […]
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A Safe place to heal
Albuquerque’s new medical respite center is giving unhoused people a safe, supportive place to heal after hospital stays — and a better shot at stable housing. Mayor Tim Keller joined staff and a patient June 18 for a small-group conversation highlighting the early impact of the Gateway Medical Respite Center. Tucked inside the former Lovelace […]
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Hemp haze clouds the council’s crackdown
An Albuquerque ordinance meant to ban the sale of synthetic THC-lookalike products may have missed its mark, allowing semi-synthetic cannabinoids like Delta-8 and THC-A to remain legal after amendments changed the bill’s scope. The City Council passed the amended “Intoxicating Hemp Products” ordinance June 2, aiming to close a legal loophole and protect kids from […]