Good morning, Albuquerque.

ABQ RIDE’s Transit Ambassador program (launched April 1, 2025) has logged over 260 service hours as volunteers in neon shirts help bus riders with safety tips and directions on busy routes.

The program plans to expand roles as new training is developed.

New Mexico schools are using the Amira AI reading program today for mandatory early literacy tests, yet some teachers report issues with accents and background noise that cause student frustration.

Administrators say the program offers personalized practice and promise tweaks to improve its accuracy (especially for speech challenges).

The inaugural Lobo Venture Capital Cup awarded up to $36,000 to student teams for their startup and investment skills in a six-week competition that concluded recently in Albuquerque.

Organized by Andoni Gajjo, the event set the stage for future campus innovation programs.

On April 24, UNM hosted its Campus Clean Up as part of Earth Month, where about 50 volunteers gathered on campus after being served coffee and burritos and helped pick up trash, pull weeds, and spread mulch (including near the Spanish Dancers outside of Popejoy) to improve the campus environment.

Albuquerque faces unhealthy ozone levels as the American Lung Association report shows nearly 250,000 children are breathing polluted air (data from 2022-2024) and officials advise residents to follow daily air quality updates for safety.

The UNM Lobo track meet on Friday, April 24 celebrated the team's seniors with local schools like UTEP, NMSU and NMJC competing at the final home meet, and several athletes set personal bests as the team prepares for the Mountain West Outdoor Championships.

UNM Lobos rallied from a 4-run deficit to win 10-6 against NMSU on Tuesday, Apr.

21, with key scores by Jessica DeLeon and Melanie Macias, and they will host Utah State from Apr. 30 to May 2.

On April 26, the Lobos held a spring scrimmage in University Stadium with record attendance, showcasing a strong defense in a matchup between team Cherry and team Silver.

Team Silver won 17-14 (marked by four interceptions and a game-winning field goal).

The Lobos defeated CSU Pueblo 11-3 on Tuesday, April 21 at their home field, driven by a 5-run first inning and strong bullpen work.

They will host New Mexico State University for their next series on Tuesday, April 28.

Bad Suns Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — $28+ — Bad Suns and Breakup Shoes perform live in a vibrant setting.

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.

Sevendust Concert

6-9 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Tickets start at $114 — Experience the electrifying performance of Sevendust in Albuquerque.

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.

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.

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.

Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit

8 AM – 5 PM — Wheels Museum — Admission fee unknown — Explore the heritage of America’s Main Street at this commemorative exhibit.

Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Showcase

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Flamenco Works, Inc. — $10 off with a friend — Experience a passionate blend of traditional flamenco and modern styles emphasizing love and community.

An Evening with Wilco

7-9:30 p.m. — Popejoy Hall — Tickets from $110 — Experience Wilco live in an unforgettable evening of music.

Acoustic Gap Performance

6-10 PM — Steel Bender Brewyard — Free entry — Experience a mix of modern bluegrass, western swing, and light jazz in a vibrant atmosphere.