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Albuquerque
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A program offers discounted Uber rides to reduce New Year's Eve road fatalities in Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties, with up to 2,500 vouchers available. Sandoval Signpost
- ➤ In 2024, KUNM news team highlighted stories on community rebuilding post-fire, political shifts among Hispanic voters in NM, sustainable living through local festivals, middle school opera productions, drug harm reduction in music scenes, organ donation records, a book on healing through tattoos, and efforts for environmental conservation and Indigenous representation. KUNM
- ➤ Albuquerque hosts a variety of family-friendly daytime events for New Year's Eve celebrations, including a balloon drop, science fun, free museum admission, and public library activities. KOAT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A person was fatally shot Tuesday evening at the West Side park in Southwest Albuquerque. Albuquerque Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Caroline Liu's art installation at City Hall highlights the history of a Chinese family's garden in New Mexico, showcasing resilience and cultural contribution. The Paper.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of New Mexico's 2024 Research Year-in-Review showcases diverse groundbreaking discoveries, ranging from ancient human presence in Mallorca to space tomatoes and climate change impacts. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Public Service Company of New Mexico is seeking project proposals to achieve its goal of 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040, with projects to start between 2029 and 2032. Sandoval Signpost
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting in 2025, New Mexico will implement new laws that lower personal income taxes, simplify access to certain medications, and alter food benefits eligibility for some residents. KUNM
- ➤ The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department is requesting $1 million in the 2025 budget to reactivate its Long-Term Care Division to offer services to those slightly above Medicaid eligibility. Source NM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Department of Health warns of increasing norovirus cases, possibly reaching pre-pandemic levels, amid more holiday gatherings. KKOB
SHOP NEWS
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Air Supply Live Concert
Legendary soft-rock band Air Supply will perform their classic love songs and new material live at Route 66 Casino Hotel.
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Albuquerque Comic Con 2025: A Premier Cosplay and Pop Culture Event
Albuquerque Comic Con is a three-day event featuring celebrity appearances, cosplay competitions, interactive panels, and vendor areas filled with collectibles and artwork.
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Albuquerque Comic Con 2025: New Mexico's Pop Culture Extravaganza
Albuquerque Comic Con is the foremost pop culture event in New Mexico, showcasing top comic and media talents over an exciting weekend.
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Maxwell: Neo-Soul Music Legend in Concert
Maxwell, a key figure in the neo-soul movement, will perform live at Route 66 Casino Hotel, showcasing his significant influence on the genre.
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TX2, Tillie, and Flat Out Concert
A vibrant music event featuring TX2, Tillie, and Flat Out at Launchpad in Albuquerque.
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Wyly Bigger Live Performance
Wyly Bigger will perform live at Steel Bender Brewyard in Albuquerque.
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Kenny G Live in Concert
Renowned saxophonist Kenny G, known for selling over 75 million records worldwide, will perform at the Kiva Auditorium in Albuquerque.
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Zach Top: Cold Beer & Country Music Tour
Zach Top will perform as part of the Cold Beer & Country Music Tour at Revel Entertainment in Albuquerque.
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Bible Study: Overcoming Shame
This is a 13-week Bible-based study focused on addressing feelings of shame, featuring teachings from Psalm 51 Ministries.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience a unique Candlelight concert featuring a live tribute to the music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an intimate setting.
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