Posted inAlbuquerque, Jobs, Workers & Economy

Boeing expansion latest prize for bustling The 25 Way

As commercial developments in the city struggle with nagging vacancies and a wobbling economy, the bustling development known as The 25 Way along the north I-25 corridor remains a bright spot for economic activity – bolstered by Boeing Albuquerque’s recent expansion and a popular lineup of restaurants. Commercial real estate veteran Scott Whitefield, with CBRE, […]

Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety, International District

Police charge the “Wobbly Tire Bandit” with 122 felonies

APD detectives charged Abie Chavez, identified as the “Wobbly Tire Bandit,” with 122 felonies and cleared 23 cases after an investigation revealed he was linked to approximately 34 burglary cases.  In October 2023, APD learned of the “Wobbly Tire Bandit” when a series of crimes were reported of a male flagging down elderly women, advising […]

Posted inAlbuquerque, Education

APS narrows superintendent search to three

After about three hours of second-round virtual interviews, in an executive session that began shortly after 10 a.m. Tuesday and ended at about 1:45 p.m., the APS Board of Education chose Thomas Ahart, Mason Bellamy and Gabriella Durán Blakey as finalists for the APS superintendent post.  The three were among four semi-finalists, including Channell Segura, and […]

Posted inBernalillo County, Jobs, Workers & Economy, Local Gov.

After two year closure, Sandia Peak Ski Area reopening date still unknown

Ski season is well underway in New Mexico, but the slopes remain empty at Sandia Peak Ski Area. The family owned business is actively working to invite skiers and snowboarders back soon, but a reopen date hasn’t been announced. Formally known as La Madera Ski Area, Sandia Peak Ski Area opened in 1936, making it […]

Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety

City, county ask for millions for law enforcement technology, upgrades

With more money than ever swirling around the state’s budget—$10.5 billion total—everyone wants a piece of the action. For local law enforcement agencies, that means asking for millions of dollars for capital outlay projects to fund new technology, update existing vehicles and buildings, and more. Here in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, officials are touting their […]