Morning
Albuquerque
Monday, January 12th, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Sunday’s Golden Globes, Seehorn of Albuquerque-based Pluribus won the award for best performance by a female actor in a drama series while films like One Battle After Another and Hamnet earned top honors. Albuquerque Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Forestry Division reported that bark beetle activity in 2025 led to 209,000 acres of lost trees, more than triple the 67,000 acres recorded in 2024 & warmer winters extended the insects’ active season statewide. Albuquerque Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new review of 73 trials finds that light to moderate exercise can reduce depression symptoms as effectively as medication, experts say. Albuquerque health professionals encourage residents to try simple activities like walking to boost mood + support overall well-being. KUNM
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Albuquerque Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North — Free entry — Meet live with hiring employers and explore career opportunities.
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Gene Simmons Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Backstage at Revel — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable live performance by the legendary Gene Simmons.
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International District Book Group
5-6:30 p.m. — International District Library — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions about inclusive YA books with diverse characters and themes.
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Giant Kaleidoscope Experience
10 AM – 5 PM — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Explore an 8-foot kaleidoscope and create stunning visual patterns with various items.
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Visit the Giant Kaleidoscope
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Explore an 8-foot kaleidoscope and create stunning patterns with your chosen items.
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Functional Programming Through Construction
6-8 p.m. — CG Infinity, Inc. — Free entry — Explore functional programming concepts like pure functions and immutability while enjoying dinner and insights from Cameron Presley.
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The Children's Hour
7:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Little Theatre — Cost varies — Experience a powerful live performance exploring themes of trust and friendship.
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Stop.Drop.Rewind Concert
7-10 p.m. — Launchpad — Tickets starting at $51 — Experience a live performance by Stop.Drop.Rewind in an energetic atmosphere.
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Southwest Indoor Sectionals 2026
8 a.m. — Hit or Miss Archery Center — Early registration fee required — Compete in the NFAA 300 rounds and aim for high scores to improve your national ranking.
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WesGhost Concert
8-10 p.m. — Launchpad — Tickets from $66 — WesGhost brings an electrifying performance to Albuquerque's nightlife.
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