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caitesq.bsky.social
Incredible photos by Chauncey Bush of the @abqjournal.bsky.social of last night’s rally/vigil in Albuquerque. The photos were posted to Facebook; I haven’t seen them on here yet.
A man wearing a metal knight’s helmet, a long coat, and a fringes scarf stands in a crosswalk holding a sign that says ICE OUT OF OUR COMMUNITIES. It is night, and snow is falling. Behind him, lights illuminate Albuquerque’s Frontier Restaurant, which looks like a barn. A crowd of people stand at night in the snow holding signs that say JUSTICE FOR RENEE NICOLE GOOD and FROM ALBUQUERQUE TO MINNEAPOLIS, STOP ICE TERROR.
January 10, 2026 at 5:43 AM
harpoknowsball.bsky.social
This guy has a scorched earth policy concerning Albuquerque's homeless population was talking about "the unhoused need our support now more than ever" in April
January 10, 2026 at 5:39 AM
newsen.bsky.social
Explore Educational Opportunities at Albuquerque's Upcoming School Fair#United_States#Albuquerque#Education_Options#School_Fair
Explore Educational Opportunities at Albuquerque's Upcoming School Fair
Discover a wide range of educational choices for children at Albuquerque's School Fair on January 24, 2026. Meet local schools and resources!
third-news.com
January 9, 2026 at 12:10 PM
tlakmusic.bsky.social
For the first time ever, Michael de Albuquerque’s 1976 cult classic Stalking The Sleeper is coming to CD.

Featuring ex-ELO members and guitar legend Ollie Halsall, this 50th Anniversary Edition is remastered by Prof. Stoned and packed with bonus tracks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TRQBGDk0ic
Michael de Albuquerque - Stalking The Sleeper (Album Trailer, 1976)
🎧 Order the 50th anniversary remastered and expanded edition of Michael de Albuquerque's “Stalking The Sleeper”: https://tlak.rocks/sts Originally released in 1976 and long overlooked, Stalking the S...
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January 9, 2026 at 8:56 AM
bluegreen118.bsky.social
LRP: Albuquerque’s River of Lights looked pretty cool on the Great Christmas Light Fight but they didn’t have to deal with the crowds.
January 9, 2026 at 3:22 AM
ehusman.bsky.social
I’d like* to see ICE come try this shit in Albuquerque‘s International District.

* Not really. I’d like to see ICE disbanded
borderless.bsky.social borderless @borderless.bsky.social · 1d
I've seen refugee aid efforts defeat multi-year occupations by regional / national police forces who deployed 30x the amount of resources. Hell I've been part of that.

It is *very* possible.

ICE's budget has a limit.
Make them use it.

ICE's morale has a limit.
Make them lose it.
January 9, 2026 at 2:29 AM
newmexicanextexan.bsky.social
Former Lt. Gov. Roberto Mondragon was a great New Mexican musician. Tomorrow, Albuquerque's #KANW 89.1 will broadcast one of his final concerts at noon Mountain time.
govmlg.bsky.social Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham @govmlg.bsky.social · 2d
With the passing of Roberto Mondragon, New Mexico has lost a true champion for our seniors and a leader who understood that public service meant showing up — literally.

Read full statement:
https://www.governor.state.nm.us/2026/01/07/governor-mourns-death-of-former-lt-gov-roberto-mondragon/
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 AM
strongtownsabq.bsky.social
Showing up matters.

Join our Public Comment Workshop to feel confident sharing your housing story at City Council and supporting homes Albuquerquers can afford.

🛠️ Jan 11 | 2–3 PM | Virtual | meet.google.com/xug-mxzf-dcg
📅 Public hearings: Jan 14 & Jan 28 (5 PM) #abq #albuquerque #legalizehousing
Graphic flyer with a light blue and warm orange abstract background. Large heading reads “Public Comment Workshop.” Subheading says, “Want to speak at City Council—but not sure what to say? We’ve got you covered.” Text explains that the Public Comment Workshop will teach how to give a clear, effective 1–2 minute comment on the proposed IDO zoning updates. Event details are listed: Sunday, January 11, from 2:00–3:00 PM, held virtually via Google Meet, with the meeting link shown. A note at the bottom reads, “No expertise required. Just care about Albuquerque’s future.” On the right side is an illustration of a person standing at a podium with a microphone, symbolizing public speaking. A callout box reads, “Let’s Lift the Ban on Homes!” Graphic with the same light blue and orange abstract background. Large heading reads, “Your voice matters at City Council.” Supporting text says that showing up and sharing your housing story is impactful, and that public comment is one of the most powerful ways residents shape decisions about housing, neighborhoods, and the city’s future. Public hearing details are listed: Wednesday, January 14, and Wednesday, January 28, both at 5:00 PM, held at Albuquerque City Council Chambers and via Zoom. Text notes that public comment will be taken at both hearings. A decorative box highlights housing priorities including duplexes, townhomes, cottages, safe outdoor spaces, and bodegas. An illustration of a city council chamber audience appears at the bottom. Closing text reads, “Showing up makes a difference and you don’t have to do it alone.”
January 8, 2026 at 2:58 PM
jenramose.online
CHRISSY BAINES NAMED ISOTOPES GENERAL MANAGER; JOHN TRAUB TO MOVE INTO ADVISORY ROLE AS TEAM PRESIDENT The Albuquerque Isotopes, in conjunction with their ownership group Diamond Baseball Holdings, announced today that Chrissy Baines has been named the club’s General Manager. John Traub, who served as Albuquerque’s General Manager since September 2003 and has been with the organization since 2002, will transition into an advisory role as the team’s President. Baines is the first female General Manager in Albuquerque professional baseball history and the 15th active female General Manager in Minor League Baseball. Baines, who enters her 25th season in Minor League Baseball, began her career as a ticketing intern with the Savannah Sand Gnats in 2002 before managing retail operations. The following year, she was promoted to Director of Stadium Operations, overseeing the hiring of game day staff and supervising both retail and concessions.
January 7, 2026 at 8:37 PM
ecree.bsky.social
When US leadership is inept and short-sighted, it's easy to forget all the smart people in the world doing great things.

One of my favorites:

Albuquerque’s Route 66 Motels Are Turning Into Affordable Housing
reasonstobecheerful.world Reasons to be Cheerful @reasonstobecheerful.world · 10d
Happy New Year! Here is our roundup of the many ways the world changed for the better in 2025. We hope it makes you feel warmer about the year behind us — and the year ahead: reasonstobecheerful.world/year-in-chee...
January 7, 2026 at 6:33 PM
bendts2cents.bsky.social
I feel like the balloons are Albuquerque's worst selling point.
January 7, 2026 at 2:00 AM
abqjournal.bsky.social
Steady, tumultuous, dynamic, transitional and promising — these are some of the words local brokers used to describe Albuquerque’s commercial real estate industry in 2025.
Following steady year, Albuquerque commercial real estate brokers ‘cautiously optimistic’ about 2026
www.abqjournal.com
January 6, 2026 at 8:08 PM
appliedanthro.bsky.social
Even though the Balloon Fiesta isn’t until October, #SfAA2026 visitors can explore ballooning history and culture at the Anderson-Abruzzo Museum, a fascinating part of Albuquerque’s identity and public memory.

Register: appliedanthro.org/annual-meeti...

#SfAA #AppliedAnthropology #Albuquerque
January 6, 2026 at 6:46 PM
environmentnext.bsky.social
In July 2022, a 5-mile stretch of Albuquerque’s Rio Grande ran dry for the first time in 40 years.
https://loom.ly/21Xl0tw
What the Rio Grande’s More Frequent Dry-Outs Mean for the Region’s Animals and Ecosystems - Inside Climate News
The stretch of the river through Albuquerque has run dry twice since 2022, after not doing so for decades, impacting all forms of life that depend on its flows.
insideclimatenews.org
January 5, 2026 at 7:02 PM
urbanistben.bsky.social
Once again thinking about NE Albuquerque's half-mile grid layout. A majority of the green on this map is from streets built out through the 1950s-1970s in neighborhoods of single family homes.
Walkscore Map of Albuquerque's NE side showcasing a surprising amount of green along arterials, and an overall walk score of 43.
January 5, 2026 at 6:12 PM
cabq-ehd.bsky.social
Need easy ideas to include in your #NewYearsResolutions? Try these:

🍽️ Practice food safety - www.cabq.gov/foodsafety
🥬 Reduce food waste - www.cabq.gov/foodwaste
♻️ Sustainable living - www.cabq.gov/sustainability
🤧 Sign up for daily air quality alerts - www.cabq.gov/airquality

#OneAlbuquerque
List of 2026 New Year's resolutions promoting food safety, reducing waste, sustainable living, and air quality alerts from City of Albuquerque's Environmental Health Department.
January 5, 2026 at 3:15 PM
usamailbox.bsky.social
#StreetArt

#Albuquerque’s
Turquoise Museum
January 4, 2026 at 10:54 PM
cabq.gov
ICYMI: There's a new mural (Brighter Days, Historic Ways by local artist Ryan Saavedra) on the Wheels Museum exterior! This newest mural in Albuquerque’s Public Art collection honors Albuquerque’s rich history of transportation and business. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque
Man in blue shirt speaking at a podium outdoors with a colorful Route 66 mural behind him.
January 2, 2026 at 8:00 PM
theladyred.bsky.social
Albuquerque's is red. and I didn't go either! 🤣😂
red chile drop
January 2, 2026 at 7:47 PM
abqjournal.bsky.social
An iconic church that has graced Albuquerque's Nob Hill neighborhood for three-quarters of a century may soon belong to the state of New Mexico.
State mulls ownership of historic Nob Hill church
www.abqjournal.com
January 2, 2026 at 4:04 PM
abqjournal.bsky.social
Start the new year with a splash at Albuquerque's Polar Plunge, or enjoy birding, bosque hikes, comedy shows and more this week around the city.
Brave souls to take the plunge for polar bears at 2026 Polar Plunge
www.abqjournal.com
January 1, 2026 at 2:33 AM
mayorkeller.bsky.social
Join us this Sunday as Mayor Keller is sworn into a historic third consecutive term as Albuquerque’s Mayor.
3 p.m. at the Albuquerque Convention Center. Free parking.

RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-inaugu...
December 31, 2025 at 8:56 PM
abqjournal.bsky.social
Downtown Albuquerque's iconic building will transform into 100 workforce apartments, addressing the city's housing shortage with a major redevelopment.
Old Wells Fargo tower sold, set to become affordable housing
www.abqjournal.com
December 30, 2025 at 7:12 PM
barryaparks.bsky.social
This female American Kestrel (North America's smallest falcon, about the size of a Blue Jay) was spotted perched on the highest branches of a tree in Albuquerque's Los Ranchos Agri-Nature Center (See previous posts). #travel #tourism #bird #kestrel #albuquerque #nm #raptor #losranchosarinaturecenter
December 30, 2025 at 3:49 AM
cabqecondev.bsky.social
Housing is the foundation of a strong economy. In a new op-ed, Economic Development Director Max Gruner explains why updating the IDO is key to building more housing, supporting local businesses, and growing Albuquerque’s future.
🔗 https://ow.ly/5Kht50XQ7jh
Iron archway reading 'Regina Arts' over a stone entrance leading to a courtyard with adobe buildings and greenery under a clear blue sky.
December 29, 2025 at 7:14 PM