Morning
Albuquerque
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, International Women's Day activities saw survivors & allies gather near Epstein’s former Zorro Ranch along N.M. 41 to demand accountability for his alleged associates and call for an investigation, with participants displaying signs urging justice for survivors. Albuquerque Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico’s Route 66 is featured in a new column that explains the origins of town names from Glenrio to Manuelito—revealing local railroad history, ancestral ties and enduring legends as the historic road celebrates its 100th birthday. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Conservation photographer Dave Showalter shared photos from his new book during a panel discussion on Friday, March 6 at Zimmerman Library. He stressed the river as a life force & urged residents to experience and protect it. New Mexico Daily Lobo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM students used sledgehammers to break a junkyard car near the Student Union Building on March 5 as a way to relieve stress ahead of college basketball games. The UNM Student Activities Center hosted the event, and students spray painted rival team logos on the car (excluding the gas tank). New Mexico Daily Lobo
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today stays sunny and dry in Albuquerque with increasing clouds in the evening; rain will hold off until after midnight and scattered showers are expected Tuesday while breezy, record-challenging high temperatures return Thursday (with fire danger on the east and light snow possible along I-40 tonight). KOAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 7, 1,100 delegates attended a pre-primary convention at the Inn of the Mountain Gods (on the Mescalero Apache Reservation) where 19 candidates sought a ballot spot for the June primary; results are expected today and Deb Haaland and Sam Bregman will debate on May 2. Source NM
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Elijah Scott Live in Concert
7-11 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Tickets from $107 — Experience an unforgettable night with Elijah Scott in Albuquerque.
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Zoso - Led Zeppelin Experience
7-11:59 p.m. — 120 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM — Ticket information not provided — Celebrate 31 years of the ultimate Led Zeppelin tribute experience with Zoso.
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Tito Torbellino Jr Concert
8 PM — Adios Mama — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of regional music and immerse yourself in the rhythm with Tito Torbellino Jr.
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Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. New Mexico Lobos Baseball
6:00 p.m. — Santa Ana Star Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement as the Wildcats battle the Lobos in a thrilling baseball showdown.
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OhGeesy Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sunshine Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy hip hop with OhGeesy's signature hits and new tracks in an intimate setting.
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Snow Tha Product Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Perico's Taco's & Burritos at Revel Entertainment Center — Cost info unavailable — Experience Latin GRAMMY-nominated artist Snow Tha Product bring her dynamic performance to Albuquerque.
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The Slackers Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — 21+ only — An evening of live ska music with The Slackers and local favorites.
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Ply-Split Braiding for Basketry
Class duration — Fiber Arts on 4th — Includes materials — Master the art of ply-split braiding for unique basketry creations.
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Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Performance
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Flamenco Works, Inc. — $10 off with a friend — Experience apasionate flamenco fused with American roots in a celebration of love and community.
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Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Wheels Museum — Free entry — Discover captivating stories from the history of Route 66 during this informative monthly speaker series.
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