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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The city of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County are hosting a summer movie series that began on June 6 and will run every Friday through July 25 at local parks and community centers. Movie screenings start when the sun goes down, around 8:30 p.m.+ KOAT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico in Focus examined this year’s fire season by highlighting the ongoing recovery from the 2022 Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and state-imposed fire restrictions amid severe drought—having aired Friday and set to appear again Sunday. University of New Mexico
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque City Council passed a law this week that stops the sale of hemp-based products with intoxicating compounds from gas stations, smoke shops, and online—an action taken after a Target 7 investigation showed that minors could easily bypass age checks. The law applies only within city limits and may serve as a model for future state efforts. KOAT
- ➤ Albuquerque City Council approved historic funding to hire three full-time technicians to care for the Rio Grande bosque, a vital natural space in our city. The new staff will manage trail maintenance, habitat restoration and fire prevention — a proactive step toward long-term care of a cherished community resource. Sandoval Signpost
- ➤ Antonio Chairez Rios, a twenty-year resident who has attended ICE check-ins for nine years, left the local ICE office on Friday with an ankle monitor amid protests, avoiding deportation for now. His attorney Rebecca Kitson said he could be arrested at any time before his next check-in in September—leaving his future in the U.S. uncertain. Source NM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A young child in San Juan County contracted measles on a domestic flight earlier this week and local doctors increased safety measures with virtual visits and testing patients with fever and rash—pediatrician Brad Scoggins said his clinic is watching for a rise in cases as summer travel is expected to boost exposure. Source NM
- ➤ A report from the New Mexico Maternal Mortality Review Committee found that New Mexico's maternal death rate was 28.0 per 100,000 births in 2023, with Indigenous women facing higher risks and factors such as mental health, substance abuse, and discrimination noted. Officials said that over 80% of these deaths were preventable and have called for expanded Medicaid coverage for postpartum care—improving screening and support. New Mexico In Depth
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Hella Fresh 5k
9-11 a.m. — Canteen Brewhouse — Registration includes a hat, burrito, and beverage — Kick off your summer with a fun 5k run.
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Annika Rose Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Launchpad — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience the charismatic and talented L.A. based singer/songwriter Annika Rose.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs Oklahoma City Comets
6:35-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $10 - $30 — Catch the action as the Isotopes take on the Comets in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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Space Fiesta - Atomic 66
4-9 p.m. — Historic Lobo Theater & Event Center — Free entry — Celebrate New Mexico's space narrative through art, tech exhibits, and culinary delights.
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EBYL Paint Night Fundraiser
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39 per person — Enjoy a night of creativity while supporting a local charity.
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Learnmore Jonasi: Comedy Night
8-9:30 p.m. — Hyena's Comedy Nightclub — Standard ticket pricing — Enjoy rib-tickling laughter from Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi, a rising star in stand-up comedy.
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ABQ Junk Journal Club
12-2 p.m. — Found on 4th — Limited spaces available — Create a unique junk journal and unleash your creativity in a collaborative space.
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DAD GAMES 2025 Competition
1 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Albuquerque — Ticket includes game play and banquet — Bring your family for an epic arcade showdown and a chance to win great prizes!
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Book Club: Hip to the Trip
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Cherry Hills Public Library — Free entry — Discuss the cultural history of Route 66 in a friendly and casual atmosphere.
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The Blue Stones Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Backstage at Revel — 21+ event — Enjoy an electrifying performance by The Blue Stones with special guests MELTT.
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Great home in Tanoan
Tanoan West, follow Tanoan drive to house that backs to Golf Course.
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