City News
Official news from the City of Albuquerque
ABQ BioPark Welcomes Critically Endangered Bali Myna Chicks
The chicks are the first of the species hatched at the ABQ BioPark in 40 years.
Notice of Possible Quorum 07-02-2024
CIVILIAN POLICE OVERSIGHT ADVISORY BOARD NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
Expansion of Westgate Community Center Means More Summer Fun
Community center adds splash pad and more indoor learning spaces
Bernalillo County, City of Albuquerque, Vital Strategies and SBS Evaluation & Program Development Specialists Launch Community Engagement Plan to Gather Public Input on The Use of Opioid Settlement Funds
Local town halls and listening sessions will be held across the city and county to ensure that communities are involved in developing a strategic plan to reduce overdoses
APD helps National Guard transport unusable donations from Roswell to shelters and charitable organizations in Albuquerque
Following the delivery of two trailers full of items collected through the Albuquerque Police Department’s Donation Drive for the Ruidoso fires, APD staff assisted the National Guard in bring back used bedding and clothing items to Albuquerque for donation to other outlets.
Job Training Albuquerque Expands to Include In-Demand Hospitality Courses
New training programs will include restaurant and management certifications
Bike Lanes and More New Safety Measures coming to Louisiana Blvd
Road safety project made possible by funds generated from Automated Speed Enforcement program
Albuquerque's Newest Poet Laureate To Be Announced
Poet Laureate Organizing Committee selects seventh poet laureate
APD sees crime decrease in Northeast Heights neighborhoods following arrest of 11 year-old
Key crimes decreased in two Northeast Heights neighborhoods following the recent arrest of an 11year-old accused of a crime spree in the area.
5 Reasons to Take ABQ RIDE to Isotopes Day Games
Plan your route and make a day of the exciting sites with the family along Route 16 this summer
Critically Endangered Western Lowland Gorilla Born at the ABQ BioPark
The baby joins two year old Mashika as the next generation in the gorilla troop.
City Animal Welfare Department, UNM College of Nursing Celebrate Research Findings
Novel initiative used tissues from spay and neuter clinics for research study of microplastics and male reproduction.
City Parking Garage Gets New Life with Plant Wall
400 new plants will call the walls of the VSA garage home, creating new green space downtown
APD collecting donations supporting those impacted by Ruidoso Fires
Donations being collected through Saturday June 22
Council Passes Omnibus City Charter Referendums for 2024 Election
Measures aimed at streamlining government hiring practices for administrative functions.
City Council Proclamation Celebrates Juneteenth 2024
‘Reclaiming our Roots’ is the theme of this year’s celebration.
Albuquerque sees 11% decrease in auto-theft while, most cities saw increase
National report show 1% increase in auto-theft nationwide surpassing 1 million cars stolen
Arts & Culture Shares Transformative Impact on Creative Economy, Arts Scene
Presentation made during inaugural NM Creative Industries Week.
Albuquerque Dives into the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
Worldwide safety event includes free lessons.
Notice of Possible Quorum 06-20-2024 Citizen Police Academy
CIVILIAN POLICE OVERSIGHT ADVISORY BOARD NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
Sun’s Out, Funds Out
City announces five funding opportunities, $23 million for Affordable Housing Development
APD arrests two offenders following multiple ShotSpotter activations
2 firearms recovered, one stolen, along with nearly 200 rounds of ammunition
Legacy Neighborhood Gets New Multigenerational Center
New facility in Santa Barbara Martineztown will offer programs for youth and seniors
City Fills Key Positions
Critical roles in Municipal Development and Gateway Health Hub will advance City priorities, support productive partnerships.
New Signal Coming to Maxwell and Gibson
A new traffic light will serve an anticipated mixed-use development near Puerto del Sol
School is Out, Summer Lunches are Back!
City provides breakfast and lunch to youth across the metro while school is out, along with Story Time in the Park