News and Media
Official news from the City of Albuquerque.
Ben the Bear Arrives at the ABQ BioPark
Famous Andean bear is settling into habitat designed with climbing structure, water feature perfect for his adventurous spirit
ABQ Mayor Bets Big on Lobos to Bring Home Rio Grande Rivalry Win
UNM Football heading to Las Cruces tomorrow for showdown with the Aggies.
APD arrests wanted homicide offender for murder of woman
The Albuquerque Police Department has arrested a man wanted for murder.
City Hosts Appreciation Breakfast for AmeriCorps Volunteers
Retired and senior volunteers recognized for outstanding service to the community
City’s Small Business Office Receives Entrepreneurial & Small Business Development Award
Small Business Office recognized for empowering local entrepreneurs
APD Traffic Division Investigates three weekend incidents resulting in arrests including drag racing crash
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Traffic Division investigated three incidents over the weekend resulting in arrests, including a crash believed to have been caused by drag racing.
Casa San Ysidro Celebrates Corrales Harvest Festival
Free event features live entertainment and demonstrations.
¡Globalquerque! Brings a World Music to Civic Plaza
Weekend event returns to the Duke City; all performances are free.
Fall into Fun at ABQ BioPark’s Harvest Festival
Event features live music, local artisans, Discovery Stations, and more.
APD Offering More Cadet Classes
Doubles the number training academies help get officers in the field quicker
Temporary Bus Stop Closure Due to Road Construction
Road construction prompts bus stop closure along San Mateo, temporary bus stop to open.
City and Sign Language Academy Partner to Create Educational
City-owned property to transform into expanded creative hub.
APD arrests two Auto Theft offenders overnight, one stole city-owned bait car
Department has arrested 39 individuals for stealing bait cars in 2024
Planting a Bosque for the Butterflies
City joins partners calling for volunteers for special pollinator planting project on September 28.
Special Collections Library Listed on National Register of Historic Places
Albuquerque's beloved library recognized for its historic significance
Albuquerque Museum presents Puertas fronterizas / Border Doors
Bilingual exhibition showcases how cultural exchange can spark positive change
Sue Foley & The Texas Horns Headline Blues Night on Civic Plaza
Free event features local and national talent.
Fly Mask Protects ABQ BioPark Rhino From Allergies
Bertha and her care team have worked for months to treat her allergies in a unique way
APD arrests 18 year-old following street racing event
Traffic Officers continue working street racing operations throughout the city
Kairos Power to expand New Mexico operations, create 100 jobs
Company to build salt production, two fuel development lab facilities
APD Proactive Response Teams make 233 arrests citywide during month of August
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Proactive Response Teams made 233 arrests citywide during the month of August.
Riders Use Zero Fares Bus Ride to Shop at Winrock Park Market
City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn, ABQ RIDE, and Winrock Town Center encouraged Albuquerque residents to utilize Zero Fares to visit local vendors at Winrock Park Market.