News and Media
Official news from the City of Albuquerque.
Creative Ways to Reduce Your Holiday Waste and Recycle Right in ABQ
A naughty/nice list to show what is and isn’t recyclable during the Holidays and tips for reuse.
City Helping Seniors Stay Connected, Closing Digital Divide
Department of Senior Affairs and DiverseIT offering free tech-savvy help for seniors
APD Teams up with Local Law Enforcement for the 27th Annual ‘Cops for Kids’
The Albuquerque Police Department has teamed up with several local law enforcement agencies for the 27th annual ‘Cops For Kids’ event.
APD Provides Update on Fatal Crash
On Friday December 10th 2021, at approximately 6:40a.m., a fatal crash occurred in the area of 2210 Central Avenue S.W. involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
APD Arrests Suspect in Overnight Homicide
APD detectives arrested 38-year-old Patrick Saavedra this morning for the overnight murder of a man in Downtown Albuquerque.
KAFB AFRL/ RVEI Building 277, 2801 Kirtland Drive SE, Kirtland AFB, NM 87117
U.S. Air Force – Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB) requests a modification to their air quality permit in Application #2105-M1
Westside Emergency Housing Center Continues to Provide Shelter as Temperatures Drop
The shelter remains open 24/7 to welcome single men and women who need a safe place to stay.
City of Albuquerque Continues on Path Forward for 4-H Park
Community conversations scheduled in January 2022
KAFB Starfire Optical Range, AFRL/ RDS SOR, Building 66048, Mount Washington Road, Albuquerque, NM 87117
U.S. Air Force – Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB) requests a modification to their air quality permit in Application #1759-M2
Father Charged with Child Abuse of Infant Son
The Albuquerque Police Department has charged Jeremiah Anderson, 24, with Child Abuse (without resulting in great bodily harm).
Suspect Confesses to Murder While on Probation for Drug Charges
APD detectives arrested and charged Steven Parker for the Dec. 3 murder of Tory Burdex.
City Councilors and ABQ Youth Suicide Prevention Collaborative Participate in Twinkle Light Parade
City Councilors Brook Bassan, Klarissa Peña, and Lan Sena are joined the collaborative at the parade.
Kirtland AFB Fire Department Building 1005, 2600 San Mateo Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87117
U.S. Air Force Base – Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB) requests a modification to their air quality permit in Application #3031-M1
City Seeks Public Comment on Highly Anticipated Rail Trail Framework Plan
Draft emphasizes equitable development, connectivity, entertainment, safety, and culture
Star Paving South Broadway HMA, west of South Broadway Boulevard in Tracts B, C, and D Plat of Unit I Lands of B G & W Partnership, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Star Paving Company requests a new air quality permit in Application #3448
Balloon Museum Announces S.T.E.A.M. Nights at the Balloon Museum
Monthly Event for Curious Minds of All Ages Begins Dec. 11.
ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Botanic Garden celebrate 25 years of exploring nature together
The two facilities joined the Zoo in 1996, creating one of the most comprehensive biological institutions in the world.
ABQ BioPark Releases Silvery Minnows into Rio Grande
ABQ BioPark Releases Silvery Minnows into Rio Grande
Guadalupe Art Show Marks 97 Years in South Broadway Community
Show opens at South Broadway Community Center on Dec. 11.
City Leaders Boast Benefits of Bond Proposal
City Councilors Brook Bassan and Klarissa Peña are sponsoring the legislation, O-21-84.
City of Albuquerque Offers Free Parking for Holiday Shoppers at Local Businesses
Parking will be free for up to two hours at meters on Central Avenue and Old Town until January 2.
Immigrant & Refugee Volunteer Drive
City Joins Immigrant and Refugee Advocates to Host Interdenominational Volunteer and Donation Drive
Man Arrested for Fatal DWI Crash was Driving Nearly 100 MPH
The man accused of driving drunk and causing a fatal crash last week was driving 96 miles per hour at the time of impact.