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.
Crime
Albuquerque Mother Accused of Apartment Fire with Children Inside
Yailasha Ann Denise Smith faces charges after allegedly trying to burn down her apartment with her two children present.
Man Accused of Fatal Shooting Held in Jail Until Trial
Prosecutors seek to keep Ramon Alcala Jr. in custody as he awaits trial for a December shooting death in Albuquerque.
Albuquerque Man Arrested for Shooting Neighbor's Chihuahua
Suspect had prior conviction for killing a cat in front of his young son
Lifestyle
Albuquerque Art Exhibit Showcases Creativity of Disabled Artists
The "From The Heart" exhibit features paintings, ceramics, and mixed media works by students of the N4Arts Initiative.
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.
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
Politics
New Mexico Legislature Passes Bill to Pay Lawmakers
House approves $64,000 annual salary for state legislators after debate reaches 3-hour limit
Albuquerque Residents Seek Visible, Ethical Police Chief
Over 1,000 residents provide input on desired qualities for next police leader
New Mexico Lawmakers Push for Survivors' Protection Against Jeffrey Epstein
Albuquerque organization urges stable funding for sexual assault service providers across the state
