A fire alarm at the Albuquerque Air Route Traffic Control Center on Thursday afternoon led to a complete ground stop at the Albuquerque Sunport, affecting all flights through ABQ airspace. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the fire alarm prompted a temporary reduction in staffing at the facility. Although no fire was detected at […]
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Albuquerque honors resilient graduates in Violence Intervention Program
Five recent high school graduates, who triumphed over violence and hardship, were honored this week by the City of Albuquerque during a special ceremony at the Albuquerque Museum. The students are part of the Albuquerque Community Safety’s (ACS) School-Based Violence Intervention Program (SBVIP), which celebrated their achievements and resilience. Throughout their high school careers, each […]
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Your opinion matters: County opens dialogue with residents through economic development series programs
Bernalillo County residents will have a chance to help shape the future of the local economy through a series of public meetings designed to gather input on economic development in the community. The county launched its Community Dialogue series on June 17 at the South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center. The meeting focused on community benefits […]
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Fed Chairman Powell: stay boring, my friend
With this lede, I know my readers are thrilled we are going down the exciting macroeconomic rollercoaster again! All the M1 money supply thrills! The monetary policy chills! This week we all held our breath for the Fed to spill the forecast tea. Well, at least I did. The Federal Open Market Committee of the […]
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What bus riders need to know about this summer’s ABQ RIDE detours
Albuquerque’s city bus system, ABQ RIDE, is alerting riders of several ongoing and upcoming detours, service suspensions and stop closures this summer. Transit routes will be impacted due to construction and seasonal events across the metro area, with a significant disruption coming from the Rail Trail construction project. Riders are highly encouraged to plan and […]
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Ethics board dismisses complaint against BernCo chair
A Bernalillo County ethics board’s dismissal of a deputy treasurer’s complaint against County Commission Chair Eric Olivas came as a surprise to neither party. Olivas told CityDesk ABQ the outcome was what he’d expected. He said the board’s argument is that there were no grounds for the complaint, which alleged he violated provisions in the […]
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Panza llena, corazón contento: Hispanic Genealogical Society to celebrate ancestral food traditions
The Genealogical Society of Hispanic America (GSHA) announced this week that it is bringing its annual conference to Albuquerque in 2025, offering the public the opportunity to learn and delve into the cultural, culinary traditions of their ancestors. This year’s theme, The Foods of Our Ancestors, will take place from August 22 to August 25 […]
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Measles outbreak hits Luna County Detention Center, five inmates test positive
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is currently investigating a measles outbreak at the Luna County Detention Center in Deming, where five detainees have tested positive for the highly contagious virus. “The cases at Luna County Detention Center are a stark reminder that the measles outbreak in New Mexico is not over,” said Dr. […]
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Food worth a quest: Took’s Comfort Food earns positive reviews and loyal fans in Edgewood
With raving reviews and a loyal following, Took’s Comfort Food Truck has quickly become a staple in the Edgewood community. Located in the southwest corner of the Walmart parking lot, tucked behind the old Denny’s, this culinary gem serves more than just comfort food — it delivers flavor, friendliness and a hint of whimsy. Centrally […]
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Op-ed: Conservative silence speaks volumes
By State Representative Marianna Anaya (D-Albuquerque) As a progressive state legislator, it may come as a surprise to many that the values I carry with me today – service, family, and accountability – were taught to me by my grandmother, a proud Republican. She raised me with the shared belief that our government should look […]