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Albuquerque
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pilgrims begin their journey to Santuario de Chimayó today as thousands gather for an Easter pilgrimage; drop-offs occur along U.S. Highway 84 (between the Santa Fe National Cemetery and Pojoaque Pueblo) and some start early from Albuquerque, with officials urging safety and proper planning amid heavy traffic. KOAT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chef Marie Yniguez is uplifting local food traditions with My Moms, open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 500 4th St NW, and food truck SRB Sangwiches parked at Marble Brewery downtown; she reimagines comfort food (inspired by family recipes) to celebrate New Mexican flavor. The Paper.
- ➤ Albuquerque writer Ty Bannerman has published his memoir Nuclear Family, which explores his family's ties to New Mexico's nuclear history (tracing roots to Los Alamos) and blends personal narrative with scientific investigation. The book is now available through local bookstores. The Paper.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ PNM customers in Albuquerque will see their electric bills rise by about $6.23 monthly starting this April. The rate hike will fund wildfire prevention, grid upgrades & energy storage and is not tied to any acquisition proposals. KOAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico State University named Joseph Bull as its new provost and vice president for academic affairs pending regents’ approval, replacing interim Provost Lakshmi Reddi (Bull is the first Native American engineering dean from Portland State University). Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ New York Times journalist Simon Romero will speak today about Venezuela following the forced removal of Nicolás Maduro, drawing on nearly three decades covering Latin America. His talk begins at 3 p.m. at Ortega Hall reading room 335 (UNM campus) in Albuquerque. KUNM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stage 1 fire restrictions start today across Santa Fe National Forest to reduce wildfire risk amid dry conditions. The order limits campfires, grilling, and smoking until Sept. 30. KOAT
- ➤ Albuquerque’s Solid Waste Management Department ended its Palo Duro glass recycling pilot in early March after low participation and will continue drop-offs at Manzano Mesa on first and third Saturdays (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.). The city plans an Earth Month ad blitz to boost use of permanent drop-off bins. The Paper.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico federal officials and tribal leaders criticized the government’s plan to reverse drilling protections at Chaco Culture National Historical Park by limiting public comment to seven days that end Tuesday, Apr. 7, during key cultural holidays; they urge offering mail + in-person comment options for better community feedback. Source NM
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Rabbit Run
9-11 a.m. — Los Poblanos Fields Open Space — Cost info not available — Participate in the lively 5th annual Rabbit Run this Easter weekend.
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Saintseneca Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Ticket info not provided — Experience the intriguing blend of metaphysics and rock and roll with the new Saintseneca album.
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Curren$y Live in Concert
9 PM – 12 AM — Backstage at Revel — Tickets starting at $120 — Experience a night of unforgettable music with Curren$y in Albuquerque.
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Saturdays At Your Place: Retirement Party
6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Historic El Rey Theater — All Ages — Celebrate a retirement with Kerosene Heights and enjoy an evening of music.
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Spinning Yarn on a Wheel
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Fiber Arts on 4th — Check website for cost — Dive into the enchanting craft of spinning yarn and enhance your fiber arts experience.
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NHPA U.S. Open Championship
Apr 10-12 — Mariposa Basin Park — Registration required — Compete in exciting US Open tournaments in the heart of Albuquerque!
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Mental Health Fair
2-6 p.m. — National Hispanic Cultural Center — Free entry — Engage in workshops and activities promoting mental health awareness and resources for all ages.
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2026 Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest
3-9 p.m. — Expo New Mexico — Event admission required — Experience the world’s largest festival featuring chocolate, coffee, and gourmet foods with tastings and hands-on classes.
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Twen Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All ages — Experience an electrifying live show from Twen with doors opening at 7 PM.
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Chelsea Handler Live
8-10 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Tickets from $63 — Experience an unforgettable live event with comedian Chelsea Handler in Albuquerque.
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