Good morning, Albuquerque.

A new interactive guide maps indigenous communities and history along Route 66 for travelers seeking an authentic native experience.

Gail Chehak (11 years with the American Indigenous Tourism Association) developed the map and it features pueblos, powwows, and local stops.

Sing-A-Long Broadway will take place Sunday, Jan.

25 in Albuquerque. Hosts Kevin Hammonds and Kerry Ipema will lead an interactive sing-along with tunes from Wicked, Hairspray, Les Miserables, Moulin Rouge and Sweeney Todd — inviting everyone to enjoy a Broadway celebration.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has asked lawmakers to approve over $160 million to expand the universal childcare program that served 40,000 children since November, with infant care costing 86% more than public university tuition while the Legislative Finance Committee offered only $10 million.

UNM Online honored instructors who completed the Fall 2025 Foundational Course Design Review by awarding a $500 stipend and recognition for effective online course design (supported by the Center for Teaching and Learning).

Instructors at Albuquerque Main Campus can sign up for future reviews.

UNM researchers measured Apollo lunar soil and found that meteorite impacts delivered only a small fraction of Earth's water; their study supports theories that Earth's water came from other sources.

The team also trains Albuquerque students using hands-on planetary science projects (Bosque School students will share research this spring).

PNM is preparing for potential power outages amid heavy snow and ice, urging residents to build emergency kits and sign up for LifeWatch if anyone needs electrical medical equipment - outages may last for hours during severe winter weather.

PNM warns customers to prepare emergency kits with food, water, flashlights, batteries and medications as a significant winter storm will impact the area late Friday into Saturday, Jan.

24; residents relying on electric medical equipment should sign up for LifeWatch (a notification service) while crews remain on standby.

A winter storm may slow flights from Albuquerque Sunport this weekend, so passengers should use airline apps + visit help desks for rebooking if cancellations occur.

Total Nonstop Action Wrestling hosted a show last night at Tingley Coliseum and will thrill fans today with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the event starting at 7 p.m. on AMC, featuring star performers like Jeff & Matt Hardy, Nic & Ryan Nemeth, and world champion Mike Santana.

The University of New Mexico Lobos beat the Fresno State Bulldogs 83-74 at The Pit by starting with an early 14-0 run and forcing 22 turnovers despite a slow second half.

They will host the Nevada Wolf Pack on Saturday, Jan. 24 in a Mountain West matchup.

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.

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.

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.

The Children's Hour

7:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Little Theatre — Cost varies — Experience a powerful live performance exploring themes of trust and friendship.

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.

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.

WesGhost Concert

8-10 p.m. — Launchpad — Tickets from $66 — WesGhost brings an electrifying performance to Albuquerque's nightlife.

Magic of Healing Gala

6:45 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Electric Playhouse — Tickets available — Experience an evening of laughter and enchanting magic for a great cause with performances from renowned artists.

Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Performance

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Flamenco Works, Inc. — $10 off for friends and family — Experience a vibrant blend of traditional flamenco and modern styles in a celebration of love and community.

DGM Winter Market

10 AM – 1 PM — Fusion — EBT/SNAP accepted — Experience an array of local foods and handmade goods in a cozy community atmosphere.