Upcoming Road Closures and Construction Timeline Residents, students, and visitors in Albuquerque should prepare for significant roadway changes as the intersection of Yale Blvd. and Mesa Vista Rd. will be closed from December 15 to December 23, 2025. This closure is part of a broader initiative to construct a new median at this busy intersection…
Record-Breaking Participation Marks the Competition’s Comeback The UNM-PNM Statewide High School Mathematics Contest has kicked off its 2025-2026 season with impressive enthusiasm, drawing 449 students from 35 schools across New Mexico for its first round. Conducted at 17 testing sites statewide, nearly 97% of participants engaged in person at locations including Albuquerque, Deming, and Las…
A Time-Honored Tradition The University of New Mexico’s Africana Studies Department will host its 41st annual Black History Month Kick-off Brunch on January 31, 2026. This cherished event will take place at 10:30 a.m. in the Student Union Building Ballrooms, marking the beginning of a month dedicated to celebrating the contributions and history of African…
Guillermo Caraveo, an inspiring figure in the Albuquerque community, is poised to graduate from the University of New Mexico (UNM) this fall with a Master of Arts in Political Science, concentrating on International Relations. His academic journey is a testament to perseverance and the transformative power of education, particularly for veterans. A Unique Academic Path…
Unseasonably High Temperatures Continue ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The unseasonably warm weather pattern in Albuquerque is set to continue, with temperatures expected to remain significantly above average this Tuesday. Following a record-breaking high of 69°F on Monday, which marked the sixth day in December with record highs, residents should brace for more warm weather, though not…
Incident Overview On December 22, 2025, two significant fires occurred in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill neighborhood, impacting both a homeless encampment at Quirky Used Books and a nearby vacant Italian restaurant. The encampment, which has existed for approximately a year, was severely damaged, resulting in the destruction of five tents. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in…
Support Local Kids with Music Donations Albuquerque is launching a heartfelt initiative aimed at enriching the lives of local children through music education. With many schools facing budget cuts that jeopardize music programs, community members are encouraged to donate band instruments to help young aspiring musicians. This effort is spearheaded by the Youth Jazz Collaborative…
Incident Overview On Monday evening, a significant fire broke out at a homeless encampment located between Quirky Books and Firestone in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill neighborhood. The fire ignited shortly before 9 p.m. and quickly drew the attention of Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) teams, who worked diligently to control the flames, which were initially highly visible…
Overview of the Budget Proposal Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has introduced a significant $11.3 billion budget proposal for the fiscal year 2026, aimed at addressing key priorities including public sector pay raises and universal child care funding. This plan represents a $503 million increase in state spending, marking a 4.6% rise from the previous year…
Overview of the Incident On August 9, 2025, a disturbing home invasion unfolded in the 9000 block of Copper NE, Albuquerque, resulting in the tragic death of Alfonso Romero and the injury of another resident, Jose Roybal. Two masked intruders, claiming to be affiliated with the notorious Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), invaded the home…