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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Family and friends of Venezuelan delivery driver Deivi Jose Molina-Pena said he suffered a head injury after ICE agents violently arrested him inside a Walmart in Albuquerque on July 7—witnessed video captured his arrest amid rising local tensions among delivery drivers. Source NM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM Division of Student Affairs announced finalists Janelle Torres-Groover and Laura Franklin for the Accessibility Resource Center director role—a position focused on ensuring students with disabilities receive proper accommodations, with forums scheduled to present each finalist's vision and plans including ASL interpreters and captioning. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Xiaobing Zhu was named the first winner of the Mansoor Sheik-Bahae Best Dissertation Award at UNM this summer — an honor that pays tribute to the late professor — for her work on a new method to measure light phase changes. She built a special tool and studied small shifts in light to advance science. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After catastrophic flooding earlier this week left three people dead and hundreds displaced, Ruidoso braces for more heavy rain as forecasters predict up to three inches per hour this weekend + saturated ground and burn scars heighten flood risk. Mayor Lynn Crawford said equipment and personnel are staging today along the Rio Ruidoso and will work to clear debris once water levels recede while officials advise residents to follow boil-water guidelines until safety is confirmed. Source NM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico in Focus examined new state laws that reform CYFD practices and legalize medical mushroom treatment, which sets a 2027 deadline for state approval — reporters highlighted issues in child placement and potential benefits for patients with severe depression and PTSD. The program also discussed higher education initiatives such as loan forgiveness and scholarship programs, having aired Friday, July 11 and scheduled to re-air Sunday, July 13. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Sandoval County’s new Public Safety Emergency Communications Center began taking calls July 1 and now handles emergencies across the county—ensuring residents get timely help during busy periods like the Fourth of July holiday. County officials said the $3.9 million project, staffed with nearly 24 full-time dispatchers, is the first large-scale center in more than 20 years and works jointly with Rio Rancho’s center when needed. Sandoval Signpost
- ➤ County officials said that under a 2007 law, local jails spent $383 million between June 2023 and July 2024 but received only $4.6 million in reimbursements—leaving a shortfall of over $45 million that has prompted discussions of legislative changes or litigation. Lawmakers and lobbyists are working to address the gap in state funds for detention costs. Source NM
- ➤ Joey Sanchez of the Native Land Institute said a new four-day training program will soon teach aspiring Native leaders skills like organizing, messaging and fundraising. The program aims to boost political representation (Native Americans hold only 40 of 2201 elected offices) by building on traditional values (Indigenous peoples make up 12.7 percent of New Mexico’s population). KUNM
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Flor de Toloache Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Albuquerque, NM — $24, $34, & $44 — Experience the Latin Grammy® winning all-female mariachi ensemble redefining traditional music.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs Reno Aces
5:15-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Ticket purchase supports Special Olympics New Mexico — Experience First Responders Night with a thrilling softball match followed by a baseball game.
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Fundraising Lavender Gala
7-9 p.m. — Hartnett Park — Proceeds support local agriculture and community — Enjoy a lavender-infused dinner and live music in a beautiful setting.
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Ramirez Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Historic El Rey Theater — All ages welcome — Experience the love tour of Ramirez straight from Frisco.
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Michael Seyer Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Sister — Cost details not provided — Experience the unique sound of Michael Seyer with a fusion of indie rock, dream pop, and lo-fi elements.
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Las Arañas Summer Pop Up Sale
10 AM – 4 PM — Fiber Arts on 4th — Free entry — Discover unique handwoven textiles from local artisans at the Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild’s Summer Pop Up Sale.
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Southwest Catholic Charismatic Conference
All day — Crowne Plaza Albuquerque — Registration required — Engage in spiritual enrichment and community gatherings over the weekend.
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Disney's The Lion King Jr
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rodey Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience the classic tale of Simba and friends through song and storytelling.
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Frankie and the Witch Fingers Live
7-10 p.m. — Sister — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the energetic sounds of Frankie and the Witch Fingers as they debut their latest album 'Trash Classic'.
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Palomazo Norteño Concert
7-10 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a spectacular night of traditional Norteño music from the legendary Palomazo Norteño.
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