City of Albuquerque

Route 66 turns 100 this year. The road has carried travelers from all walks of life. That includes people in the LGBTQ+ community who are now making efforts to document their history on the Mother Road.

Folks opposed to a gas station at a key intersection in Albuquerque won a crucial victory recently when city officials denied a conditional use approval for a proposed new Maverik location at Carlisle Boulevard and Indian School Road.

Downtown Albuquerque’s newest addition was unveiled last Monday — a public toilet. The Portland Loo sits directly on the Civic Plaza’s south end, and is wrapped in Route 66 regalia.

During KUNM’s investigation of the speakers playing music as an anti-loitering tactic by the City of Albuquerque, city officials pointed to the idea of so-called “Smart Cities” as its newest effort to push certain people out of public spaces.

Winters are cold in Albuquerque, with temperatures regularly dropping below freezing overnight. This is an especially dangerous season for folks without a home or shelter. One city initiative is trying to help.

Albuquerque residents have complained of a loud song being played in the downtown area. They say the music has been playing 24/7 since last Thursday evening.

The theme of this year's Exxonmobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is "Painted Horizons" and begins Saturday and KUNM wants to hear your moments!

Last year, the Tamarind Institute reached out to Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, Raven Chacon, to create a lithograph print of his illustrations of an immersive art concept. It will blossom into a full day performance across the city of Albuquerque this Saturday. It’s called Tiguex.

Last week, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller responded to a letter from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi asking him if the city will commit to complying with federal law and identify how they’re impeding federal immigration enforcement.

National and local incidents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement have escalated fear in communities with numerous immigrants. This is true in places like Los Angeles, but also here in Albuquerque. The Albuquerque Police Department spoke with KUNM about what it’s doing to improve communication with residents and maintain public safety.