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Albuquerque
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the University of New Mexico announced a $636 million new School of Medicine designed to double its incoming class to 200 students. Construction will start in spring 2027 on a 350,000 sqft facility at Lomas & University NE to welcome the 2030 class. KUNM
- ➤ UNM’s English department research led by Marissa Greenberg shows how faculty with disabilities face challenges and calls for true inclusion instead of only following basic rules. The study (co-written with Siobhán Cully) offers steps for future university leaders to improve support in higher education. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Energy Fuels Inc. submitted its finalized uranium extraction plan to NM officials, detailing how it will pump and treat groundwater from a deep mine in the Cibola National Forest (public comments run until July 19). Meanwhile, North Shore Uranium Ltd. got approval to begin exploratory drilling near Grants this month. Source NM
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El Paso Chihuahuas at Albuquerque Isotopes
12:05 – 1:05 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Cheer on the Albuquerque Isotopes as they take on the El Paso Chihuahuas.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs. El Paso Chihuahuas - Dinosaur Night
6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Celebrate Dinosaur Night with the Albuquerque Isotopes as they face off against the El Paso Chihuahuas with special promotions for young fans.
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Travis Tritt Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Isleta Resort & Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Southern rock vibes of Travis Tritt, a timeless icon in country music.
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NM Chupacabras vs. San Diego Strike Force
6:30 p.m. — Tingley Coliseum — Tickets required — Experience fast-paced indoor football with the NM Chupacabras as they battle the San Diego Strike Force.
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The Kid LAROI - A Perfect World Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Revel — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy performance of The Kid LAROI with special guests Tommy Richman and WizTheMC.
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Ryan Sickler Comedy Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hyena's Comedy Nightclub — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with stand-up comedian Ryan Sickler in Albuquerque.
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The Great Unconformity at Casa Rondena
2:30-6:30 p.m. — Casa Rondeña Winery — Music experience — Enjoy the elegant and powerful performance of Anne Luna on bass.
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Nekromantix Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Backstage At Revel — Tickets from $89 — Experience an unforgettable live show featuring Nekromantix in Albuquerque.
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Babyteeth Concert
8-11 p.m. — Launchpad — All ages — Catch NOVULENT and BABYTEETH live in a vibrant night of music and entertainment.
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Sugar Land Space Cowboys vs. Albuquerque Isotopes
6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Cheer on the Isotopes as they face off against the Space Cowboys in a thrilling match-up.
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