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Albuquerque Fire Rescue reports a 12% decrease in outside warming fires during winter 2025-2026, with 2,538 incidents compared to 2,875 last year.
Albuquerque firefighters have battled fewer outside fires this winter
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January 5, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Albuquerque Fire Rescue reports a 12% decrease in outside warming fires during winter 2025-2026, with 2,538 incidents compared to 2,875 last year.
Road Warrior: City installs traffic calming measures near parks and neighborhoods while NMDOT seeks public input on improving pedestrian and cyclist safety statewide.
Albuquerque slows down neighborhoods with 22 new speed humps
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January 5, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Road Warrior: City installs traffic calming measures near parks and neighborhoods while NMDOT seeks public input on improving pedestrian and cyclist safety statewide.
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller was sworn in for an unprecedented third term, outlining plans to tackle homelessness and expand crime-fighting initiatives.
Mayor Keller begins historic third term addressing homelessness and crime
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January 5, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller was sworn in for an unprecedented third term, outlining plans to tackle homelessness and expand crime-fighting initiatives.
Zamora opened his first business, Sister Bar, in 2012. Next, he and his childhood best friend, Ben Wade, launched Sparky’s Automotive in 2017. Slow Burn Coffee Roasters came next in 2020.
How Jesus ‘Zeus’ Zamora is building community at Sister Bar and beyond
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January 4, 2026 at 8:11 PM
Zamora opened his first business, Sister Bar, in 2012. Next, he and his childhood best friend, Ben Wade, launched Sparky’s Automotive in 2017. Slow Burn Coffee Roasters came next in 2020.
As the federal government looks to narrow the definition of waters of the United States, New Mexico’s wetlands and ephemeral waters will still have regulatory protections thanks to a 2025 state permitting law.
New Mexico waters insulated from federal changes to Clean Water Act coverage
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January 4, 2026 at 7:38 PM
As the federal government looks to narrow the definition of waters of the United States, New Mexico’s wetlands and ephemeral waters will still have regulatory protections thanks to a 2025 state permitting law.
Times are tough for the craft beer industry. More than 434 breweries nationwide shut down last year, due in part to the rising cost of doing business and the changing drinking habits of Americans, according to the Brewers Association, a Colorado-based trade group.
New Mexico’s craft beer industry grapples with Bosque Brewing closure, industry headwinds
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January 4, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Times are tough for the craft beer industry. More than 434 breweries nationwide shut down last year, due in part to the rising cost of doing business and the changing drinking habits of Americans, according to the Brewers Association, a Colorado-based trade group.
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office has named the three deputies who shot and injured a man in the International District in early November.
Sheriff's Office reveals deputies involved in International District shooting
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January 4, 2026 at 6:35 PM
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office has named the three deputies who shot and injured a man in the International District in early November.
Two years ago, Old Barrel Tea Co. owner Paola Huffmon was adamant she would never use artificial intelligence.
Now, she’s an AI whiz, using it to expand her tea manufacturing, retailing and wholesaling business one prompt at a time.
Now, she’s an AI whiz, using it to expand her tea manufacturing, retailing and wholesaling business one prompt at a time.
‘We’d rather be ahead of the curve’: How Albuquerque’s small businesses are putting AI to work
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January 4, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Two years ago, Old Barrel Tea Co. owner Paola Huffmon was adamant she would never use artificial intelligence.
Now, she’s an AI whiz, using it to expand her tea manufacturing, retailing and wholesaling business one prompt at a time.
Now, she’s an AI whiz, using it to expand her tea manufacturing, retailing and wholesaling business one prompt at a time.
Offensive rebounds, assists highlight satisfying stat sheet for Lobos
Emptying the Notebook: Playing first college game in front of dad, Buljan blows up
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January 4, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Offensive rebounds, assists highlight satisfying stat sheet for Lobos
UNM women's basketball overcame a slow offensive start with smothering defense, forcing 22 turnovers while all 11 players scored in Mountain West rout
Lobos' defense steals the show in dominant 89-51 win over Spartans
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January 4, 2026 at 4:34 AM
UNM women's basketball overcame a slow offensive start with smothering defense, forcing 22 turnovers while all 11 players scored in Mountain West rout
Hawks narrowly defeat Storm 286-285 at the Conflict at Cleveland tournament, showcasing top wrestling talent ahead of state championships.
Volcano Vista edges Cleveland by a single point in wrestling showdown
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January 4, 2026 at 4:14 AM
Hawks narrowly defeat Storm 286-285 at the Conflict at Cleveland tournament, showcasing top wrestling talent ahead of state championships.
UNM extends home win streak to 20 games after turning up the heat in the second half against Wyoming.
Lobos dominate Cowboys with Buljan's monster double-double at The Pit
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January 4, 2026 at 4:05 AM
UNM extends home win streak to 20 games after turning up the heat in the second half against Wyoming.
The former spokesperson claims she was pushed out after filing complaints against the city manager, while the city denies misconduct and cites performance issues.
Former Deming spokesperson sues city over alleged harassment, retaliation
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January 4, 2026 at 2:31 AM
The former spokesperson claims she was pushed out after filing complaints against the city manager, while the city denies misconduct and cites performance issues.
Two Santa Fe police officers face separate domestic violence cases — one for allegedly strangling his wife, another for property damage during a dispute with his girlfriend.
Santa Fe officers on desk duty after domestic violence charges
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January 4, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Two Santa Fe police officers face separate domestic violence cases — one for allegedly strangling his wife, another for property damage during a dispute with his girlfriend.
Cleveland High celebrates handing the top-ranked Bulldawgs their first loss of the season 69-61. 'We're feeling great,' says junior guard Ajay Vigil.
Storm upsets No. 1 Las Cruces in high school hoops showdown
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January 3, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Cleveland High celebrates handing the top-ranked Bulldawgs their first loss of the season 69-61. 'We're feeling great,' says junior guard Ajay Vigil.
With some key players' eligibility exhausted, New Mexico will have to hit the portal to address roster needs.
The season is over. The portal is open. Where do the Lobos need help?
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January 3, 2026 at 5:01 PM
With some key players' eligibility exhausted, New Mexico will have to hit the portal to address roster needs.
The diversion court is intended to steer people into services.
Metro Court program aims to treat mentally ill defendants
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January 3, 2026 at 4:43 PM
The diversion court is intended to steer people into services.
President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were taken from their home and now face narco-terrorism charges in US courts. What this means for Venezuela's future.
US captures Venezuela's Maduro in daring military strike
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January 3, 2026 at 4:03 PM
President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were taken from their home and now face narco-terrorism charges in US courts. What this means for Venezuela's future.
Would the approval of a multimillion-dollar tax incentive during this year’s 30-day legislative session be a “meaningful anchor” for New Mexico’s quantum industry?
Governor’s Office says proposed tax incentive for quantum companies could be ‘meaningful anchor’ for industry
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January 3, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Would the approval of a multimillion-dollar tax incentive during this year’s 30-day legislative session be a “meaningful anchor” for New Mexico’s quantum industry?
UNM women's basketball heads to San Jose State looking to get healthy and maintain their strong conference start despite missing key starters
Lobos seek bounce-back win as team battles through illness and injury
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January 3, 2026 at 3:05 PM
UNM women's basketball heads to San Jose State looking to get healthy and maintain their strong conference start despite missing key starters
Our popular NFL forecast breaks down the final week's crucial matchups, playoff implications, and which teams might be more focused on draft position.
NFL final week drama: Who's resting starters and who's fighting for playoffs
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January 3, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Our popular NFL forecast breaks down the final week's crucial matchups, playoff implications, and which teams might be more focused on draft position.
Local officials unanimously extended the contract housing ICE detainees despite calls for closure from Sen. Heinrich over alleged poor conditions.
Torrance County votes to keep ICE detention center open amid debate
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January 3, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Local officials unanimously extended the contract housing ICE detainees despite calls for closure from Sen. Heinrich over alleged poor conditions.
Coach Sundance Wicks and his 12-deep Wyoming roster head to The Pit Saturday as UNM defends its 19-game home winning streak in a Mountain West battle.
Wyoming's 'Dirty Dozen' brings relentless style to challenge Lobos' home streak
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January 3, 2026 at 5:44 AM
Coach Sundance Wicks and his 12-deep Wyoming roster head to The Pit Saturday as UNM defends its 19-game home winning streak in a Mountain West battle.
After coaching a unit that ranked top five nationally in kickoff returns, Da Prato becomes the third Lobo assistant to depart for a Power Four program.
UNM football: Special teams coordinator Daniel Da Prato leaving for Minnesota
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January 3, 2026 at 5:13 AM
After coaching a unit that ranked top five nationally in kickoff returns, Da Prato becomes the third Lobo assistant to depart for a Power Four program.
The average temperature in the Albuquerque metro area this year was 60.8 degrees, nearly four degrees warmer than normal.
2025: Albuquerque's hottest year on record
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January 3, 2026 at 4:42 AM
The average temperature in the Albuquerque metro area this year was 60.8 degrees, nearly four degrees warmer than normal.