In light of a fatal air collision in Washington D.C., an Air Force spokesperson told CityDesk ABQ that Kirtland Air Force Base and the Albuquerque International Sunport use various communication methods to keep the skies over the city safe. Earlier this week, dozens of people were killed when a commercial jetliner and an Army helicopter […]
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Advocates say law makes bicyclists safer, drivers less hostile
Albuquerque is known as a desirable place for recreational bicyclists (think Paseo del Bosque Trail and others), but as in many cities, it can be a nightmare for two-wheeled commuters sharing the street with vehicles. Bicyclists get frustrated with aggressive or distracted drivers and drivers get irked by bicyclists who occupy traffic lanes. There’s an […]
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Advocates say law makes bicyclists safer, drivers less hostile
Albuquerque is known as a desirable place for recreational bicyclists (think Paseo del Bosque Trail and others), but as in many cities, it can be a nightmare for two-wheeled commuters sharing the street with vehicles. Bicyclists get frustrated with aggressive or distracted drivers and drivers get irked by bicyclists who occupy traffic lanes. There’s an […]
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Council expected to consider $30 million bond for soccer stadium
The Albuquerque City Council is expected to consider multiple bills Monday night, including a proposal to approve a $30 million bond for the New Mexico United stadium and a proposal to approve a city-wide social media policy. City councilors may also vote on a bill to create review boards for tax increment financing districts. IRB […]
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Council expected to consider $30 million bond for soccer stadium
The Albuquerque City Council is expected to consider multiple bills Monday night, including a proposal to approve a $30 million bond for the New Mexico United stadium and a proposal to approve a city-wide social media policy. City councilors may also vote on a bill to create review boards for tax increment financing districts. IRB […]
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Vasquez says collaboration best path forward for NM
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez Thursday told the New Mexico Legislature that cooperation is key to the state’s future success. Speaking during a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives, Vasquez emphasized the importance of collaboration at state and federal levels to address New Mexico’s unique challenges and ensure a prosperous future for all […]
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Vasquez says collaboration best path forward for NM
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez Thursday told the New Mexico Legislature that cooperation is key to the state’s future success. Speaking during a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives, Vasquez emphasized the importance of collaboration at state and federal levels to address New Mexico’s unique challenges and ensure a prosperous future for all […]
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Stansbury pledges to fight for neighbors
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury, while addressing the New Mexico Legislature on Thursday, pledged to defend the most vulnerable New Mexicans as the second Trump administration pursues policies that target immigrants and put at risk gains made by marginalized communities. Stansbury represents New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District, which includes much of Albuquerque. “For those of you […]
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Stansbury pledges to fight for neighbors
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury, while addressing the New Mexico Legislature on Thursday, pledged to defend the most vulnerable New Mexicans as the second Trump administration pursues policies that target immigrants and put at risk gains made by marginalized communities. Stansbury represents New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District, which includes much of Albuquerque. “For those of you […]
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Cedar Crest – A Century of History
This article is provided by the East Mountain Historical Society. Learn more at eastmountainhistory.org By Rick Holben Cedar Crest, New Mexico, is a census-designated unincorporated area in the Sandia Mountains east of Albuquerque. The US Census data recorded just under 1,000 residents in the 2020 census. Because Cedar Crest is unincorporated, the community has no defined […]