ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — An American Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing in New Mexico after a disruptive passenger allegedly tried to open an emergency exit door, authorities said. Albuquerque International Sunport officials said Flight 1219 to Chicago returned to the airport shortly after takeoff Tuesday afternoon “due to a disturbance in […]
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APD releases photo of man involved in shooting witnessed by Chief Medina
“Gun! Gun!” Those were the words Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina heard his wife say Saturday morning as they were on their way to a press conference with Mayor Tim Keller. Then, a shot was fired. The incident occurred on Alvarado Drive and Central Avenue. On Tuesday afternoon, APD released the video statement from the […]
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How did live ammunition get on Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ set? The armorer’s trial will focus on this
By MORGAN LEE Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The scheduled trial this week of a movie weapons supervisor in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer by Alec Baldwin may hinge on an enduring mystery: How did live ammunition find its way onto the set of a film set where it was expressly prohibited? […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Jobs, Workers & Economy
Sandia Tram to Reopen in March
The Sandia Peak Tramway will reopen on March 14 after a temporary maintenance closure. On January 9, the Sandia Peak Tramway—which transports riders to the 10,378-foot crest of the Sandia Mountains—announced it would close to upgrade to a more energy-efficient system, since its current system has been used since 1966. This project, Tram 2024 Modernizing […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections, State Government
Debbie O’Malley throws hat in the ring for state Senate
Former Bernalillo County Commissioner and Albuquerque City Councilor Debbie O’Malley has thrown her hat into the ring for State Senate District 13. O’Malley has been in local government since 2003, serving on the Albuquerque City Council until 2012. She then ran for the North Valley seat on the Bernalillo County Commission where she served until […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, City Hall
Food Truck Fridays revs up Downtown
Get ready for the return of Food Truck Fridays, a community event meant to invigorate Downtown and Civic Plaza. Food Truck Fridays will kick off on March 8, marking the beginning of a culinary journey that celebrates the rich diversity of Albuquerque’s food scene while bringing folks together in the heart of our city. The […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Education
APS wants your input on how to spend its money
Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education is building on its success of asking for community input as officials begin the process of building the district’s fiscal 2024-2025 budget. APS board members say they are focused on improving student outcomes. “Part of that commitment means adopting an annual budget that will create the conditions for the […]
Posted inNew Mexico, State Government
Lawmakers send gov few victories on guns and crime
By Robert Nott and Gabrielle Porter /The Santa Fe New Mexican The House of Representatives nearly blasted two “tough-on-crime” bills across the finish line and up to the governor’s desk on the fourth floor of the Roundhouse on Wednesday evening, less than 18 hours from the legislative session’s end. One of the measures — Senate […]
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Ivey-Soto marriage bill raises conflict of interest questions
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APS gets a thumbs up for its financial audit
Albuquerque Public Schools financial statements are in order, according to the New Mexico Office of the State Auditor. State law requires that every state agency, including public schools, be audited once a year by an independent auditor or by representatives of the Office of the State Auditor. A financial audit is an independent evaluation of […]