City News
Official news from the City of Albuquerque
Zoo Says Goodbye to Azeo the Snow Leopard
He was the oldest male in Association of Zoos and Aquariums facilities.
Even In Midst of Pandemic, Albuquerque Residents Have More Hope for the Future and Rate the City More Responsive to Needs than Previous Years
Part 2 of Citizen Satisfaction Survey shows approval of City’s COVID-19 response, support for City initiatives on policing and public safety, homelessness, and more
City Unveils Improvements at 98th Street and Blake Rd. Intersection
Improvements include ADA compliance and signalization
Mayor Keller Gives Updates on Metro Area Path to Yellow Status, Chief Search
Residents urged to continue getting tested, set an example by taking the vaccine when it is offered
City Offers Community Opportunity to Meet Chief of Police Finalists
Mayor Tim Keller, City leaders, Herb Crosby (consultant to hiring process), and the top finalists for the Chief of Police position will participate in a public webinar.
City Launches Bilingual, Opt-In Emergency Health Alert Notifications
Residents can opt in via text message to receive free real time emergency health alerts
ABQ RIDE Upgrading its ABQRIDE+ App
Upgrade Adds New Feature to Same Great Features of Older ABQ RIDE App
City Councilor Klarissa Peña Welcomes High School Senior Intern, Serenity Gutierrez-Renteria
Serenity Gutierrez-Renteria is an Eldorado High School Senior.
Inauguration Day on the Lavender Libros YouTube Channel Features Joe Noriega and Manny Crespin Reading Joey: The Story of Joe Biden
Lavender Libros is a Children’s Book Reading Program by local government and community members.
APD Arrests 45 Offenders in Weekly Anti-Crime Operation
APD completed its 18th city-wide Anti-Crime Operation.
Temporary closure of Paseo de la Mesa Trail
Paseo de la Mesa Trail will be closed the week of January 25th – 29th for trail maintenance. There are no detours planned.
In Boost to Conservation of Endangered Species, ABQ BioPark's Wolf Pack to Be Released Into the Wild
Kawi, Ryder & 7 pups temporarily in a facility in Mexico, will be introduced to the wild after learning to hunt, survive on their own.
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller Celebrates the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Proclamation
List of events for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the Albuquerque community
Mayor Keller Thanks Community Advocates, Signs CROWN Act Into Law
Prohibits employment discrimination based on racial and cultural attributes associated with hair types, styles, and headdresses
Keller Administration Proposes Infrastructure Investments in COVID-19 Recovery
2021 G.O. Bond Projects aimed at public safety, quality of life infrastructure, shoring up safety net for working families – all without raising taxes
City Announces Completion of Beautification Project in Taylor Ranch
Council President Cynthia D. Borrego and The City Department of Municipal Development announce median improvements from Calle Norteña to Homestead Circle on Taylor Ranch Rd.
West Central Community Development Group Announces 2021's Board of Directors
Councilor Klarissa Peña congratulates new Board Members to WCCDG.
APD Interim Chief Harold Medina and Mayor Tim Keller provide Metro 15 Update
73 percent of offenders arrested, no longer on streets.
City Recruiting Newly Remote Workers and ‘Boomerangers’ to Boost Local Economy
“ABQ Home for Life” showcases Albuquerque as more people seek a healthy, mid-sized alternative to larger cities
Albuquerque Submits Focused Legislative Priorities to Tackle Public Safety and Homelessness
Narrow set of goals for 60-day session mirror residents’ top priorities with improvements to crime-fighting technology, homelessness resources
Carol Pierce, Director of Family & Community Services Reads on the Lavender Libros YouTube Channel
Lavender Libros is a Children’s Book Reading Program by local government and community members.