News and Media
Official news from the City of Albuquerque.
City Councilor Nichole Rogers, PBABQ to Launch the Second Round of Participatory Budgeting in Council District 6
Community members invited to submit ideas and help decide how $1.7 million in capital funds will be spent in District 6.
Animal Welfare Department Meets Spay/Neuter Goal
Albuquerque residents stepped up during “kitten season”
City Continues to Gather Input on the Renaming of Avenida César Chávez
City’s effort to hear community perspectives and adherence to City ordinance continues on the renaming process.
City Councilor Dan Lewis Says Mayor Tim Keller’s “$35 Million in Cuts” is Misleading—Budget Actually Increases Spending
Mayor Keller’s budget shows millions in spending increases, without the outcomes to justify it.
Mayor Keller Signs Historic Legislation Sponsored By Councilor Rogers Establishing Permanent African American Advisory Board
Signing marks historic milestone in the City’s commitment to collaboration in making informed, responsive, and equitable policies.
Notice of Final Rulemaking - Old Town Portal Board
Final action on the City of Albuquerque Old Town Portal Board
Candelaria Nature Preserve/Rio Grande Blvd Access Phase 1 Now Complete
$1.24 million project expands restoration infrastructure and public access along the Rio Grande; Viewing Deck Named for late Sen. Bill O’Neill
Deschamps Family Celebrates Journey to Stability and Recovery with Support from Albuquerque Community Safety
Now, they walk alongside others on their path to recovery
Bosque Restoration and Fire Prevention Work Underway
Efforts focus on jetty jack removal, fuel reduction, and long-term ecosystem health
Growing Together: City Breaks Ground on Santa Barbara Martineztown Community Garden
Phase 1 project transforms vacant space into a hub for fresh food, green space, and community.
Route 66 Visitor Center Reopens with Community Celebration and Photography Exhibition, Marking New Chapter for Westside Landmark
Route 66 Visitor Center open for regular, but limited operating hours
ACS Emergency Overnight Shelter Transportation Connects Record Number of Residents to Safety This Winter
Gateway connections drive record winter utilization
The Animal Welfare Department Is Expecting!
Help “shower” orphaned kittens and puppies by donating needed items
Albuquerque City Council Proclaims April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Proclamation recognizes the pervasive nature of sexual violence in New Mexico and a issues call to action for the city’s residents.
Albuquerque Community Safety and Albuquerque Fire Rescue Connect Overdose Survivor to Immediate Treatment Through “Golden Opportunity”
From overdose to opportunity: City responders help a mother choose treatment
Project BRIDGE Named Shorty Award Finalist
The Office of Asian, Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian Affairs and FUSE team on collaboration to earn a distinction that places Albuquerque among leading organizations from around the world, including Google, Netflix and Sony.
Albuquerque Lights Up Blue and Green to Kick Off Donate Life Month and Raise ALD Awareness
Civic Plaza and City Hall bathed in green and blue to increase participation in the organ and bone marrow donor registries.
Albuquerque Community Safety Welcomes Two New Graduating Classes of Responders
City continues national leadership in mental and behavioral health response.
Casa San Ysidro Announces New Season of Programs, Workshops and Festivals
Albuquerque Museum’s historic property showcases history, art, and culture in Corrales
ABQ BioPark Elephant Safely Returns to Habitat
Alice is unharmed and at no point were staff or guests at risk
ACS transported 4,311 people to care in 2025
People in crisis taken to hospitals, shelters, and support services
Transit Safety Officers Step Up Their Look
New uniforms arrive for ABQ RIDE’s Transit Safety Officers.
City Councilors and Administration Launch Public Process to Develop Naming and Renaming Standards for Public Assets
Forum to gather community perspectives and inform potential policy frameworks.
Run for a Cause, Compete Together
City and Duke City Marathon Launch First-Ever Mayor’s Team Challenge
Application #1029-M3, SolAero Technologies Corporation
SolAero Technologies Corporation requests a modification to their air quality construction permit in Application #1029-M3