ACS Press Releases
Explore the latest updates, news, and official announcements from the Albuquerque Community Safety Department (ACS)
ACS Emergency Overnight Shelter Transportation Reaches Record Number of Individuals in December
Through compassionate and caring response, ACS safely transported more than 1,230 of Albuquerque’s most vulnerable residents to shelter in December
Albuquerque Community Safety Outreach Leads to Housing After Eight Years Unhoused
City services help senior citizen with shelter and connection to much needed medical care.
City and Community Partners Host Second Annual Holiday Community Event
City departments and local providers team up to make the holiday season safe and memorable for over 1,500 residents
Albuquerque Community Safety Helps Man’s Journey Through Addiction and Violence to Stability and Entrepreneurship
City’s trauma-informed approach helps resident rebuild his life
Albuquerque Community Safety Responders Support Veteran in Crisis Through Skilled Communication and Coordinated Care
ACS teams work with family and Mobile Crisis Clinicians to ensure safety
Albuquerque Woman Rebuilds Her Life Through City Recovery Programs
City’s Community Safety’s Opioid Education and Prevention team and Gateway system provide much needed assistance
523 People Connected to Safe Shelter as ACS Ramps Up Winter Response
ACS’s Emergency Overnight Shelter Transportation delivers essential support in providing critical lifeline to shelter
ACS Violence Intervention Program Helps Gun Violence Survivor Begin Path to Healing
ACS's HBVIP team gives survivors of violence a new outlook
Seasons of Nonviolence Drive-In Movie Night Draws Over 1,600 Attendees
Event offered connection to services, free food, fun activities for families.
ACS Responders Help Couple Begin Recovery Journey Through On-the-Spot Connection to Treatment
A compassionate collaboration between the Albuquerque Community Safety Department’s (ACS) Behavioral Health Responders and the Violence Intervention Division’s Opioid Education and Prevention (OEP) team helped two Albuquerque residents take their first steps toward recovery and stability.
ACS Emergency Overnight Shelter Transportation Saves Life on Second Night of Operation
Just two nights after launching its third annual Emergency Overnight Shelter Transportation service, the Albuquerque Community Safety Department (ACS) has already made a life-saving impact.
City and County Introduce Seasons of Nonviolence
Albuquerque Community Safety and Bernalillo County expand summer of nonviolence campaign to year-round initiative.
Albuquerque Community Safety Launches Weekly 12-Step Meeting at New Trauma Recovery Center
Peer-led meetings offer connection and support for those navigating addiction and recovery
Albuquerque Opens First Trauma Recovery Center in New Mexico
A place for healing, safety, and community support
Albuquerque Community Safety Makes Citywide Impact with Proactive Life-Changing Outreach
ACS Connect to Care connects people to care, housing, and hope
Albuquerque Community Safety Expands School-Based Violence Intervention Program to Del Norte High School
Fourth high school joins mentorship program supporting students impacted by violence and trauma
Financial Education Course Launches with Success at Albuquerque’s Trauma Recovery Center
More than 40 residents begin their financial empowerment journey
Community Comes Together for Summer of Nonviolence Basketball Event at Holiday Park Community Center
Basketball and community spirit shine at Summer of Nonviolence Event in Northeast Albuquerque
Albuquerque Community Safety Responders Provide Critical Support to Stranded Family in Crisis
Mother and Child Receive Emergency Aid, Shelter, and Hope
Albuquerque Community Safety Department Marks Four Years of Impact and Innovation
Albuquerque maintains standard for how cities care for their communities
Albuquerque Community Safety Responders Provide Critical Support to Family in Crisis
Responders provide emergency shelter and hope for family facing dual crises
Families Make a Splash at Wilson Park for Summer of Nonviolence Pool Party
Over 500 enjoy fun-filled day promoting peace, belonging, and summer joy
1,900 Enjoy Last 2025 Summer of Nonviolence Drive-In Movie at Balloon Fiesta Park
Event offered connection to services, free food, and fun activities for families.
Albuquerque Community Safety Helps Family Move from Condemned Apartment to a New Start
Navigator provided key support to help family quickly rebuild.
200 Youth Participate in City and County Youth Basketball Camp
Young athletes build skills and community spirit at Summer of Nonviolence camp
Albuquerque Community Safety Launches Bilateral Operational Response
New East-West geographic zone model to enhance operational efficiency, improve response times, and community connection
2,200+ Enjoy Free Summer of Nonviolence Drive-In Movie at Balloon Fiesta Park
Event offered connection to services, free food, fun activities for families
ACS Help Reconnect Man in Crisis with Mental Health Care
De-escalation effort leads to voluntary mental health treatment
2,000+ Enjoy Free Summer of Nonviolence Drive-In Movie at Balloon Fiesta Park
Event offered connection to services, free food, fun activities for families