Cirque Mechanics: Tilt brings 1980s-inspired circus spectacle to Popejoy
An 18-foot human powered ferris wheel, acrobatics and 80s vibes turn Popejoy into a gravity defying amusement park experience.
Teen Faces Charges After Crashing Car With Bus in Albuquerque
Man Sentenced for Death of Taos Pueblo Artist
Crime
Child Killed, 2 Injured in Bernalillo County Domestic Violence Incident
Authorities respond to early morning call, apprehend male suspect

Jury Convicts Suspect in 2025 Las Cruces Mass Shooting
Tomas Rivas found guilty of three counts of murder for deadly attack at Young Park
Teen Accused of Drunk Driving, Crashing into Albuquerque Bus
Savanna Tafoya allegedly made an illegal U-turn and fled the scene after the collision.
Weather
Albuquerque Orders Dust-Generating Businesses to Shut Down
Temporary closure aimed at reducing hazardous blowing dust during high winds

High Winds Expected Across New Mexico on Tuesday
Gusts up to 60 mph forecast for eastern parts of the state
Unseasonable Warmth Grips New Mexico
Dry, breezy conditions raise fire risks as temperatures stay above average
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
Business
Warner Bros. Reopens Takeover Talks with Paramount After Netflix Waiver
Streaming giant Netflix grants 7-day waiver allowing Warner Bros. Discovery to reengage in acquisition discussions with Paramount Skydance.

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
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