City News
Official news from the City of Albuquerque
Gateway to Hope: Community Resource Fair Connects Residents to Vital Services
Inaugural event at Gateway Center bridges gaps in health, housing, and well-being
Outstanding Owner: CABQ Recognized by Contractor Group
AGC membership votes the City as Outstanding Public Owner in 2025 Best Buildings Awards.
Largest Ever: Unser and Paseo Construction to Start Soon
Westside drivers will get traffic relief as roadway widening project is set to start construction later this year.
City Councilor Dan Champine Proposes Halt to New Fiber Internet Installation Permits
Resolution was necessary to address growing community complaints with ongoing fiber internet installation throughout the City of Albuquerque.
High School Student's Art Brings the Neon back to NE Central
Boutique Business Property Grants fund sign improvement project on Central Ave.
Pump It Up: New BMX Track and Upgrades at Los Altos Park
Los Altos Park's Phase 2 Renovation Debuts BMX Pump Track, Dog Park and Walkway.
Young Writers Celebrate Seniors Who Inspire Them at 43rd Annual Essay Contest Ceremony
City of Albuquerque recognizes 30 contest winners from grades 1-5
City Councilor Dan Lewis Makes Second Request of U.S. Attorney to Investigate Misuse of ARPA Funds
Money went to high level department officials instead of teachers educating our children.
City to Build Database to Streamline Access to Treatment and Services
Real Time Solutions Selected to Build Platform Streamlining Addiction Treatment Services.
New Operator to Provide Housing and Treatment Navigation at Gateway Center
Approval of contract for resources and treatment options.
Summer Starts With a Story: Register for the Public Library’s Free Summer Reading Program
Discover new books, spark creativity, and win prizes along the way.
Albuquerque and Mexican Consulate Strengthen Ties Through Subnational Diplomacy
Albuquerque and Chihuahua Mark 55 Years as Sister Cities
New Fellows Poised to Drive Workforce Innovation
Aspen Institute partners with City to elevate local workforce leaders through Workforce Leadership Academy
My Story Is Golden Uplifts Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Voices
A soundscape of migration, memory, and identity debuts at Gallery One and International District Library.
City Councilors Approve Resolution Funding Housing and Sobering for Substance Use Disorder Services in the City’s Gateway System
Over $4.5 Million in Opioid Settlement money to enhance treatment and recovery care.
Albuquerque Continues to Crack Down on Problem Motels with New Law
Distressed Lodging Ordinance Passed to Address Problem Properties.
Celebrating Diversity at Multi-Cultural Arts Festival
Singing Arrow Community Center gives local artists a platform to share their art and culture with families
Lottery for City Youth Programs Opening Soon
Community centers begin lottery-style sign-ups for summer programs
2025 Multicultural Arts Festival
The Third Annual Albuquerque Multicultural Arts Festival, sponsored by Council District 9 City Councilor Renée Grout, City of Albuquerque Youth & Family Services Department, was chocked full of great entertainment, international food, art, and performances from many of the cultures that call Albuquerque home.
100 Years of Special Collections Library Celebrated with New Exhibition at Albuquerque Museum
From bookmobiles to archives, discover the story of how one building became a cornerstone of community access in Albuquerque.
Participatory Budgeting ABQ Project Selection Results Revealed
Kathryn/San Mateo Growers Market, other projects funded from City Councilor Nichole L. Rogers’ $1.5M in District Set-Aside Funds.
Newly Renovated Loma Linda Community Center to be Permanent Home of the City’s Inclusive Recreation Program
City celebrates grand opening with first MerryMakers dance
Recyclothes Helps Residents Swap Clutter for a Cause
Clothing donation drive diverts unwanted clothing from the landfill to benefit area students
Phil Chacon Park Transformed in the International District
Community celebrates new premiere community space following $9.6 million transformation.
ABQ BioPark Mourns the Loss of Makaio, Beloved White-Cheeked Gibbon
Makaio's presence brought joy to staff and guests alike, and he will be deeply missed.
APD Bids Farewell to Beloved Mounted Unit Horse, Nigel, After Years of Dedicated Service
Nigel will now continue to serve community working with disabled veterans
Cheep, Cheep, Hooray! Meet ABQ BioPark's New Cape Vulture Chick
The BioPark's bird care team is excited to share the first baby of spring!
Crimes Against Children Unit Operation Yields Two Arrests
Nearly two dozen children accounted for and checked on
