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Albuquerque
Sunday, July 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Around 180 people gathered at Manzano Mesa Park on Saturday to play pickleball and honor Captain Matthew King—a Bernalillo County Fire Rescue firefighter killed in the Metro 2 crash with three deputies. Retired APD officer Cornel Heitzman organized the inaugural tournament with support from Ten-82 and local community members to keep his memory alive. KOAT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A rollover crash on Interstate 40 east at mile marker 140 on Saturday, July 19 at 12:50 p.m. resulted in two deaths—it closed all eastbound lanes and one westbound lane while emergency crews assessed others for injuries. KOAT
- ➤ New Mexico was ranked worst in the nation for pedestrian fatalities for the eighth year in a row after 93 people were struck and killed by drivers in 2024—46% of the fatal crashes involved alcohol—compared to 39% nationally. Albuquerque Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Galvin Otero was arrested on Friday for aggravated battery after he beat a man near the Student Union Building and Popejoy Hall (UNM campus) when a surveillance video captured the attack around 5:30 p.m. and the victim lost consciousness twice before being taken to a local hospital, and Otero is now held at the Metropolitan Detention Center. KOAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Joannie Suina was named assistant secretary for Native American Early Childhood Education to boost state-tribal partnerships as set by a 2019 law. She brings over 20 years of experience as a native language teacher from Cochiti Pueblo— officials say her new role will emphasize respect, sovereignty and government-to-government collaboration across 23 tribes, nations and pueblos. KUNM
- ➤ Claire McDaniels is a Farmington Girl Scout who earned the Gold Scout Award for launching the Love Is Literacy initiative—a YouTube channel with 75 phonic videos that have reached over 11,000 viewers. The UNM freshman plans to expand her project into a nonprofit that will provide tutors to rural areas with limited internet access. KOAT
- ➤ APS is teaming with Native-led groups to launch the Being a Good Relative initiative that seeks to improve test scores and lower absenteeism among Native students by enhancing curriculum and school clubs. The district will focus on these changes next school year and officials say a federal funding freeze will not delay the program—APS officials stress that these steps are part of a longer plan to boost education. KUNM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque-based 10 Tanker flew nearly 600 wildfire missions and dropped over 2 million gallons of salt-based fire retardant this season to help crews control fast-growing fires. The company works with the U.S. Forest Service and government agencies and plans to add a larger air tanker in about three years (a move aimed at boosting firefighting capacity). KOAT
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Albuquerque Isotopes vs Sacramento River Cats
6:35-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Tickets required — Catch an exciting baseball showdown as the Isotopes take on the River Cats.
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Home Composting Basics Workshop
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Los Ranchos Agri-Nature Center — Free entry — Discover the art and science of composting tailored for high desert climates.
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ABQ Trolley Co. Best of Albuquerque City Tour
12 p.m. — TourABQ — Tickets required — Embark on a fully-narrated adventure through Albuquerque's culture, landmarks, and hidden gems.
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