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Councilor Louie Sanchez wants federal grant rules overhauled in the 2025 transportation bill, saying the Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART) bus line is doing more harm than good.

Rapid Transit line’s impact on Central sparks call for federal rule changes

by Jesse Jones July 7, 2025July 7, 2025

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller speaks at the official opening of the Route 66 Open Space Trailhead — a long-awaited project that links Albuquerque’s cultural history with greater public access to nature and the East Mountains. (Andrea Vasquez)

Albuquerque, East Mountains, General Interest

Years in the making: City opens Route 66 trailhead

by Andrea Vasquez, nm.news June 30, 2025June 30, 2025

Pictured are the Route 66 Flats, a new affordable housing apartment complex being built in Albuquerque’s westside near 98th.

Albuquerque’s new opt-in zoning plan aims to ease housing crunch

by Jesse Jones June 27, 2025June 27, 2025

A fire alarm at the Albuquerque Air Route Traffic Control Center on Thursday afternoon led to a complete ground stop at the Albuquerque Sunport, affecting all flights through ABQ airspace.

Ground stop issued at Albuquerque Sunport because of fire alarm

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 26, 2025June 26, 2025

Rainy day in downtown Albuquerque. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales/City Desk Abq

Albuquerque, Environment, Climate & Conservation

Albuquerque prepared for monsoon season with enhanced pump station security

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 25, 2025June 25, 2025

Mayor Tim Keller speaks during a press conference on Bosque and open space fire prevention Tuesday, June 24, at Tingley Beach. City officials urged public vigilance after a string of suspected arsons prompted new patrols and technology deployments ahead of the Fourth of July.

Albuquerque, Environment, Climate & Conservation

Multiple fires spark Bosque crackdown

by Jesse Jones June 25, 2025June 25, 2025

Burqueños can expect ramped-up patrols and enforcement over the Fourth of July holiday to curb illegal fireworks and prevent fires in high-risk areas like the Bosque and foothills.

Albuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety

Albuquerque ramps up fireworks enforcement and safety ahead of July 4th

by Jesse Jones June 25, 2025June 25, 2025

The New Mexico State Fair is now accepting applications for one of its most popular culinary competitions: the Original Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge

Albuquerque, Food

Applications open for 2025 State Fair Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 23, 2025June 23, 2025

Approximately 2,000 people gathered in Downtown Albuquerque to protest federal immigration policies and call for the abolition of ICE. (Roberto E. Rosales)

#NewMexicoNews, #nmnews_frontpage_feature, Albuquerque, City Desk ABQ, Congress & Federal Gov.

Thousands march in Downtown Albuquerque to protest ICE, Trump immigration policies

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 23, 2025

Only one city-approved Safe Outdoor Space exists right now — the Refuge House, run by the New Creation Albuquerque church.

#nmnews_frontpage_feature, Albuquerque, City Desk ABQ, Housing & Homelessness

A new bill could change how Albuquerque handles homeless camps

by Jesse Jones June 23, 2025June 23, 2025