Morning
Albuquerque
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bing Tea, a black food truck with pink and white detailing, serves boba and desserts at UNM events when it parks at a dedicated food truck pad on North Campus. The fully electric truck offers flavors like taro plus unique drinks such as 'Honeydew You Love Me.' New Mexico Daily Lobo
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Don Baker’s 4th annual Southwest Comic Book and Creator Showcase returns to its comic roots by highlighting artist-driven creation and community networking with local art students. The free event attracts comic fans and creators who appreciate a low-key, classic vibe — emphasizing authentic comic artistry. KOAT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque drivers face high gas prices with averages near $4.05 as fuel remains costly; they can save using warehouse clubs, loyalty programs and price apps that compare local stations. GasBuddy advises shoppers to seek the best deals (even if it means waiting in line) at the pump. KOAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM’s COSMIAC lab, located a ten minute drive from Main Campus, supports space exploration with modern tech + NASA led training sessions for students. Engineer Daniel Garcia said the lab fuels local curiosity about space and builds on successes like Artemis II. New Mexico Daily Lobo
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ During Earth Month, two sustainability activists assert UNM’s strategic sustainability plan released Oct. 2025 sets goals for 2030 to cut energy use, emissions, water consumption and waste management + they urge deeper community input as plans advance with new fully electric campus buildings. New Mexico Daily Lobo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows pedestrian fatalities in Albuquerque fell from 50 to 43 in 2025, following safety projects like a $5 million investment on Central and a new driver behavior campaign — Mayor Tim Keller said further measures will be enacted to keep the momentum in reducing deaths. Albuquerque Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Las Cruces family donated the kidney of 13-year-old Chris Carnero to Albuquerque native Sam Burgess, who underwent a life-saving transplant on his birthday, April 10, in Minnesota; he is in stable condition and is expected to return home later this month. Albuquerque Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lobos played a three-game series versus the Nevada Wolf Pack from April 17-19 at Santa Ana Star Field, winning a 9-7 game to avoid a sweep. Head coach Tod Brown said the team will face Colorado State Pueblo tomorrow (April 21) and aims to improve early play. New Mexico Daily Lobo
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Adult Afternoon Book Club
4-5 p.m. — Westgate Heights Public Library — Free entry — Share your passion for reading with the community in a friendly discussion setting.
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2026 Gathering of Nations Powwow
April 24-25 — Tingley Coliseum — Entry fee varies — Experience the vibrant cultural celebration with traditional dancers, singers, and artisans representing over 750 tribes.
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The Crane Wives Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Tickets from $70 — Enjoy a night of enchanting music with The Crane Wives in Albuquerque.
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Freddie Dredd Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Starting at $174 — Experience the unique sound of Freddie Dredd live in Albuquerque.
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Bad Suns Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — $28+ — Bad Suns and Breakup Shoes perform live in a vibrant setting.
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Sarah De Warren Live Performance
9 PM - 12 AM — Effex NightClub — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic voice of Sarah De Warren and get lost in the rhythms of techno and trance.
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Sevendust Concert
6-9 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Tickets start at $114 — Experience the electrifying performance of Sevendust in Albuquerque.
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SpiritWorld Concert
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Launchpad — Tickets available — Experience a unique blend of country music infused with metal from Folsom and his band.
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Emo Orchestra with The Spill Canvas
7-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — All Ages — Experience a unique blend of orchestral music with an emo twist featuring The Spill Canvas.
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Beach Vacation Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Launchpad — Check the vibes of indie surf rock and dream pop with Beach Vacation and Train Conductor.
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