Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival nominated for Best Art Festival
The event is one of the only fully independent, family-owned festivals on the list.
Jonesborough Senior Center Hosts Orthopedics Program
Albuquerque Academy star Anna Hastings to run mile and 2-mile at New Balance Indoor Nationals in Boston
Weather
Unseasonable Warmth Grips New Mexico
Dry, breezy conditions raise fire risks as temperatures stay above average

Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Abandoned Albuquerque Duplex
No injuries reported as crews extinguish fire within 20 minutes
Mild Weather Forecast Across New Mexico This Weekend
Temperatures expected to reach 5-20 degrees above normal with some rain chances.
Business
Bernalillo County Approves Stricter Rules for New Data Centers
New guidelines aim to address water, energy usage and workforce requirements for projects seeking county incentives.

Albuquerque Police Department Increases Officer Pay Under New Compensation Structure
City leaders aim to strengthen recruitment, retention, and career support within APD
Albuquerque to Host Youth Job and Volunteer Fair
Registration open for 14-25 year olds to explore employment and service opportunities.
Lifestyle
New Mexico Lawmakers Propose Statewide Cell Phone Ban in Schools
Bill would require all school districts to prohibit student cell phone use during school day

Albuquerque Launches 'Safety Sticks' Parking Cameras
New automated system to issue $30 tickets for parking violations over 90 seconds
Albuquerque Public Schools Seeks Input on 2027-2028 Calendar
District launches survey to gather community feedback on two proposed school year schedules.
Politics
UNMH Removes Former Gov. Richardson's Name from Pavilion
The University of New Mexico Hospital has removed former Governor Bill Richardson's name from the building it was previously named after.

Albuquerque Residents Weigh In on Police Chief Search
Over 1,000 community members provide input on priorities for the city's next top cop
New Mexico Lawmakers Propose Copays for Universal Childcare Program
Bill would allow state to require contributions from higher-income families to help sustain program
Sports
Lobos Prepare for Homestand Against Utah State and Boise State
Coach Olen emphasizes need to improve defense after recent win at San Jose State

Free Youth Track and Field Camp Hosted in Albuquerque
Seasons of Nonviolence to offer training at Albuquerque Convention Center
Racing Commission to Decide Fate of Farmington Racetrack
Proposed move of Sunray Park and Casino license from Farmington to Clovis sparks debate