City of Albuquerque
Recent News About City of Albuquerque
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When I first became an advocate for victims of violent crime, it wasn’t out of a sense of civic duty—it was because a violent criminal took my son from me.
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On August 5, 2024, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a $400,000 advertising campaign aimed at recruiting more abortion providers to the state.
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Albuquerque, New Mexico - The Guttmacher Institute has released data showing a significant rise in out-of-state abortions in New Mexico following the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022.
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The City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County have announced the creation of the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (MRGHC), a joint initiative aimed at addressing the growing need for affordable housing in the region.
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The smoke over Albuquerque this morning is from a controlled burn yesterday to the north of Albuquerque. The smoke will linger through most of the morning. The Environmental Health Department is monitoring particulate levels and weather conditions and will post updated information as needed.
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The Albuquerque Police Department has apprehended a man wanted for murder. On the evening of September 26, Houston Coate, 33, was arrested for the murder of Barbara Chavez.
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Mayor Tim Keller and Las Cruces Mayor Eric Enriquez have placed a friendly wager on the outcome of the University of New Mexico Lobos' game against the New Mexico State University Aggies. The losing mayor will wear the winning team's gear for a day.
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The City of Albuquerque’s Department of Senior Affairs held its annual AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Appreciation Breakfast and Award Ceremony today. Sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, the event honored volunteers aged 55 and over who support various nonprofit, government, and community organizations in the city.
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On Friday, Sept. 27, the San Francisco-based micromobility company Spin will start installing and testing e-scooter stations throughout Albuquerque. The locations of these stations can be found on Spin’s free mobile phone application.
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The City of Albuquerque’s Small Business Office (SBO) has received the Entrepreneurial & Small Business Development Award from New Mexico IDEA, a statewide economic development professional association. This award acknowledges the SBO's efforts to foster an entrepreneurial culture and support small businesses in Albuquerque.
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Casa San Ysidro will participate in the Corrales Harvest Festival on September 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, which is free to the public, is organized in collaboration with the Village of Corrales.
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Mesa Verde Park is set for a significant renovation with funding from the federal government. The U.S. Department of the Interior announced today that it is awarding the City $1.3 million for the project. The grant comes from the Land and Water Conservation Fund’s Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program (ORLP). The City will match these funds, investing a total of $2.6 million into the park's upgrade.
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Mesa Verde Park in Albuquerque is set for a major renovation with funding from the federal government. The U.S. Department of the Interior announced that it is awarding the city $1.3 million for the project, which will be matched by the city, bringing the total investment to $2.6 million.
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¡Globalquerque! is returning to Albuquerque's Civic Plaza from September 26-28, offering three days of diverse music, dance, and cultural activities. The event is organized in partnership with the City’s Department of Arts & Culture.
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The City of Albuquerque's new e-bike Ordinance (O-24-14) has officially become law. This legislation permits the operation of all classes of e-bikes on paved multi-use trails and open space trails, except where an underlying landowner has not approved e-bike use or where the Parks & Recreation Department (PRD) has closed trails to e-bikes. The law also sets a maximum speed limit of 20 mph on all City trails unless a lower speed limit is posted.
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The Albuquerque Police Department’s Traffic Division investigated three incidents over the weekend, leading to arrests. One of these incidents involved a crash believed to have been caused by drag racing.
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The ABQ BioPark will host its annual Harvest Festival at the Botanic Garden and Aquarium on October 5 and 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature activities and entertainment suitable for all ages.
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The Albuquerque Police Department has increased the number of cadet classes offered each year to expedite the deployment of new officers. The department now holds four academies annually, comprising two CNM academies and two APD academies, doubling the previous total of two per year. This expansion aims to accelerate officer training and provide more opportunities for potential candidates.
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On Monday, September 23, 2024, road construction will begin along San Mateo in both directions from Kathryn to Gibson Blvd. This development will affect bus routes 140 and 141, which run along the corridor.
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The City of Albuquerque’s Department of Arts & Culture has finalized a new partnership with the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy (ASLA) to revitalize a vacant building located at 4904 4th NW. Once home to the North Fourth Art Center, this venue has been unused since January. With the recent approval of a lease agreement by City Council, the facility will soon be transformed into a vibrant space serving both the academy’s students and the local community.