City of Albuquerque
Recent News About City of Albuquerque
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ABQ RIDE hosts annual car show featuring vehicles and job opportunities
ALBUQUERQUE – ABQ RIDE will host its 3rd Annual ABQ RIDES Car Show, inviting the community to showcase "any vehicle that rolls" free of charge on Saturday, September 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northwest Transit Center located at the corner of Coors and Ellison.
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City seeks volunteers for Rio Grande Bosque butterfly habitat project
The City is seeking volunteers for a pollinator habitat planting project in the Rio Grande Bosque. The Parks and Recreation Department/Open Space Division (OSD), Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District (MRGCD), Institute for Applied Ecology, and Rocky Mountain Youth Corps are collaborating to plant a pollinator meadow on Saturday, September 28.
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APD arrests two suspects overnight for auto theft
The Albuquerque Police Department arrested two offenders overnight on auto theft charges, one involving a city-owned bait vehicle.
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Special Collections Library listed on National Register of Historic Places
The Public Library of Albuquerque/BernCo has announced that the Special Collections Library has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places as of August 9, 2024. This recognition underscores the building’s significant contribution to the cultural and architectural heritage of Albuquerque.
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Fly mask aids ABQ BioPark rhino with allergy relief
An animal at the BioPark Zoo has donned a new accessory. Guests may see Bertha, a Southern white rhinoceros, wearing a fly mask. The use of the fly mask is completely voluntary, and through extensive desensitization training, Bertha has allowed trusted keepers to put on and remove the fly mask for her care.
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Bilingual art exhibit explores immigration through student-created doors
Albuquerque Museum presents Puertas fronterizas / Border Doors, a bilingual exhibition running from October 5, 2024, to May 4, 2025. The exhibition aims to showcase how education fosters understanding and inspires new perspectives.
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Kairos Power expands operations in New Mexico creating 100 jobs
Kairos Power LLC, a clean energy technology, engineering, and manufacturing company, is expanding its operations in New Mexico with plans to build three facilities and create 100 jobs. Headquartered in Alameda, California, Kairos Power initially expanded to Albuquerque’s Mesa del Sol community in 2019 for its research and development engineering center to support the commercialization of its advanced reactor technology. The company also has locations in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
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City celebrates four decades of open space preservation
Over the weekend, the City Open Space Division and its partners celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Open Space program at a day-long event at the Open Space Visitor Center. The celebration included a guided Bosque hike, a panel discussion on the Past, Present, and Future of Open Space, music by High Desert Playboys with special guest musicians Dogs on Leash, and other family activities. This milestone honors four decades of dedication and passion while setting the stage for future advancements in preserving Albuquerque’s public lands legacy.
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Albuquerque police arrest teen following street racing incident
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Traffic Unit arrested an 18-year-old Friday night following a street racing event in the southeast part of the city.
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Sue Foley & The Texas Horns headline Blues Night at Civic Plaza
The 18th Annual New Mexico Jazz Festival, in partnership with the City of Albuquerque, is bringing blues back to downtown's Civic Plaza for a free concert on Saturday, September 21 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Headlining the event is Sue Foley & The Texas Horns. Foley is an award-winning musician and one of the finest blues and roots artists working today.
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Zero-fare bus rides boost attendance at Winrock Park Market
Today, riders were rewarded with prizes for taking zero-fare transit to the Winrock Park Market to shop with local vendors. City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn, ABQ RIDE, and Winrock Town Center encourage transit ridership whenever possible. Access to Saturday’s market allows for less wait time during construction and eliminates the hassle of busy parking areas ramping up to the holiday season. As an incentive, Saturday’s riders were greeted at the Route 766 bus stop, given gift bags with prizes, and directed to Winrock Park.
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City councilor introduces resolution for improved social media accountability
District 9 City Councilor Renée Grout introduced resolution R-24-89 today in Albuquerque, NM, aimed at improving the use of official City social media accounts. The resolution directs the City Administration to develop a comprehensive social media policy that outlines clear guidelines for appropriate use, accountability, and consequences for misuse.
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Lowrider Bike Program expands mentorship opportunities for Albuquerque youth
The Lowrider Bike Program, now in its third year with the Duke City Chapter, has expanded to include more trade skills training and enhanced mentorship connections between youth, the lowrider community, and law enforcement. Led by Rob Vanderslice of Vanderslice Kustom Shop, the program offers students training in trades such as welding, leatherwork, upholstering, paint and body fabrication, and pinstriping.
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Albuquerque Police's Proactive Response Teams make 233 arrests in August
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Proactive Response Teams made 233 arrests citywide during the month of August.
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EPA proposes adding Carlisle Cleaners site in Albuquerque to Superfund list
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed the addition of the Carlisle Village Cleaners site to its Superfund National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL identifies sites where historic releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants pose significant threats to human health and the environment.
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APD charges two in connection to fatal shooting over ATV
ALBUQUERQUE – APD homicide detectives charged two individuals in connection to the Aug. 24, 2024, murder of 19-year-old Christian Aragon during a dispute over an ATV.
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Albuquerque hosts resource fair connecting entrepreneurs with development organizations
The City of Albuquerque's Small Business Office, Planning Department, and Job Training Albuquerque are collaborating to host the upcoming Small Business Resource Fair. This event aims to connect attendees with over 30 organizations dedicated to fostering business development. Representatives from various city departments, lending institutions, marketing agencies, and more will be available to provide assistance and support.
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Fire at Cerro Colorado Landfill contained; California wildfire smoke may reach Albuquerque
A fire began earlier this afternoon at the Cerro Colorado Landfill. As of 4:45 PM, the fire is contained and the plume of smoke from the fire is no longer visible from the Sunport.
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City unveils new art installation at VSA Garage
Today, the City of Albuquerque's Municipal Development Department and Department of Arts & Culture celebrated a collaborative project that beautifies and activates an area of the VSA Garage at 4th and Copper downtown. A large mural and a living plant wall in the gated courtyard have transformed the space into a vibrant, welcoming environment. The addition of seating and greenery makes it an ideal spot for those working downtown to enjoy their lunch breaks, unwind, and take in the artistic surroundings.
