News and Media
Official news from the City of Albuquerque.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closures: 2023
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, some City of Albuquerque offices and services will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16, 2023.
City Continues Significant Investments in Park Safety and Security
Security staff, along with $800,000 in park infrastructure improvements will improve accessibility and comfort.
Accused Islamic Center Arsonist Arrested
On Wednesday, December 29, Albuquerque Police officers arrested Isela Camarena, 43, for a warrant on arson charges.
APD Chief Medina Makes Personal Plea to Hit and Run Offender, Urging he turn Himself in
Crime Stoppers Reward has now reached $10,830
Second Asian elephant calf tests positive for virus
Second Asian elephant calf tests positive for virus
The City of Albuquerque’s Office of Equity and Inclusion and Mayor Tim Keller released the following statement following the arson attack at the Islamic Center of New Mexico.
FBI Identify Suspect in November Arson Attack at Mosque
Mayor Keller Signs Language Access and Anti-AAPI Hate Bills Into Law
Two bills designed to make Albuquerque a more inclusive city for all
Mayor Keller Signs Language Access and Anti-AAPI Hate Bills Into Law
Two bills designed to make Albuquerque a more inclusive city for all
Asian elephant calf dies of elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus
ABQ BioPark heartbroken at the loss of Thorn: “Everybody loved him.”
Trash, Recycling, and Large Items Will Be Collected on New Year’s Eve
Facilities will be closed on New Year's Day.
CityMaker Shares Empowerment and Self-Expression Through Dance With Youth at Wellness Hotel
Sarah Hogland-Gurulé in one of three creatives working on a variety of projects with the City of Albuquerque.
City Releases Draft Clean Cars Rule for Public Comment
Rulemaking will impose stricter emissions standards for new motor vehicles to improve air quality in Albuquerque
City Announces 14 Members Joining the Gun Violence Prevention and Intervention Task Force
Task force brings expertise from across government agencies and community organizations
ABQ RIDE’s Zero Fares Pilot Program Set to Kick Off 2022
Program to test making public transportation more accessible by removing fees for service
Man Charged in overnight Homicide
APD detectives have arrested and charged Miguel Angel Gomez, 29, in the homicide that occurred on the evening of December 19th, 2021.
ABQ RIDE Breaks Ground on New West Mesa Bus Stop
ABQ RIDE and city leaders break ground on a new bus shelter on the corner of Coors Boulevard NW and Eagle Ranch Road.
APD and Game and Fish Partner to Enforce Off-Highway Vehicles Traveling Illegally on City Streets
Officers from both agencies will also enforce OHVs in restricted areas
City Advocates and Experts Stand Up Against Racist Threats of Violence Directed at APS Student
Urged APS board to address acts of hatred, offer support and coordination.
Mayor Keller's Twenty-Sixth Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus
View Mayor Keller's Twenty-Sixth Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus.
City of Albuquerque Partners with Local Pharmacy to Provide FREE Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines
City making vaccines more accessible with clinics at City Senior and Multigenerational Centers
Mayor Keller Appoints Local Entrepreneur and Nonprofit Founder as Economic Development Department Deputy Director
Lisa Abeyta brings years of experience in economic development advocacy and small business support
Trash, Recycling, and Large Items Will Be Collected on Christmas Eve
Solid Waste facilities will be closed on Christmas Day.
City Advocates and Experts Stand Up Against Racist Threats of Violence Directed at APS Students
Urged APS board to address acts of hatred, offer support and coordination
Special Procedures for December 20, 2021 City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.