Good morning, Albuquerque.

Quelab is hosting a grand reopening of its expanded makerspace at 1511 Central Ave. NE on Saturday, July 25 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.—the nonprofit event will feature tours, live demos, food, and family-friendly activities.

Homewise is renovating the historic Orpheum Community Hub, temporarily closing it to expand office space + preserve key historic features.

Community programs have moved to Fourth + Barelas, and the facility is set to reopen in 2027.

An 11-year-old Rio Rancho entrepreneur turned his lemonade stand into a registered business, Kyreeze Lemonade, selling a variety of drinks at community events (including a Juneteenth celebration).

He aims to earn enough to buy a Jeep Wrangler by age 16 and is recognized by the local Black Chamber of Commerce.

This summer, Project MESA at UNM hosted a free bilingual clinic for children with autism, offering play-based support and hands-on training for eight graduate speech-language pathology students (serving both bilingual and monolingual children), with further sessions planned for 2027 and 2028.

Teachers from across the state are meeting at Albuquerque Public Schools’ southeast operations complex this week to attend seminars on teaching financial literacy and share lesson plans as the subject becomes a graduation requirement in many districts.

Six University of New Mexico professors were named distinguished professors today by the Office of Academic Affairs and the Health Sciences Center Office of Faculty Academic Affairs.

The honorees represent achievements in fields from environmental economics and computer science to viral oncology and nephrology.

Carson National Forest lifted fire restrictions Tuesday (fire danger decreased) and Wheeler Peak and nearby trails will close Aug.

21-28 for Taos Pueblo ceremonies.

New data shows women are running for governor at record levels.

In New Mexico, Deb Haaland is vying to become the first Native American woman governor, a milestone that highlights a growing trend in women's political representation nationwide.

Lawmakers expressed frustration at Monday's hearing over the slow progress of rebuilding a behavioral health system that divides the state into 13 regions & approved only plans for the Santa Fe and Albuquerque areas, while more regional plans will be voted on in August.

New NM Department of Health data shows 42% of 74 maternal deaths from 2018 to 2023 were linked to mental illness, mainly substance abuse.

The report notes that the rate fell from 149.6 to 24.2 per 100,000 live births but most cases were preventable due to poor prenatal care.

The Albuquerque Isotopes dropped the series 2-1 to the Sacramento River Cats during a weekend homestand, losing 5-2 in Game one, winning 11-7 in Game two, and falling 5-1 on Looney Tunes Night.

They will regroup for a six-game series at home against the Round Rock Express.

Lobo alum Josh Kerr broke the men’s mile world record on Saturday, July 18 at the London Diamond League with a time of 3:42.66, beating a record set in 1999.

His performance capped a stellar track career that began with wins at the University of New Mexico.

John Barron joins KOAT as sports director and anchor (starting July 23) after years covering NFL and hockey in West Palm Beach.

He will cover NFL preseason and Super Bowl LXI in Albuquerque.

First Responder Night

5-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a Guns vs Hoses softball game followed by a thrilling baseball match for a great cause.

Monthly Book Meetup: Discussing 'The Day of the Triffids'

11 a.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Free entry — Join in on a lively discussion about one of the first post-apocalyptic novels ever written.

Round Rock Express vs. Albuquerque Isotopes

1:35-2:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Free lunch bags — Cheer on the Isotopes as they take on the Express in a fun-filled baseball afternoon.

Albuquerque Speed Dating for Ages 25-45

7-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 singles in a fun and friendly speed dating atmosphere.

2026 Dive-In Movies Film Fiesta

7 p.m. — Hotel Zazz — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with short films showcased poolside under the stars.

The Technicolors Live

8-11 p.m. — Launchpad — Tickets from $69 — Experience an unforgettable night with The Technicolors in Albuquerque.

Simple Plan Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater — Tickets from $46 — Be there live for an exciting performance by Simple Plan in Albuquerque.

Olivia O'Brien Presents: The PIXIE Tour

7-10 p.m. — Launchpad — $21.50+ — Celebrate a night of pop music with Olivia O'Brien's vibrant performance.

Sugar Land Space Cowboys at Albuquerque Isotopes

6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking for vehicles with three or fewer people — Celebrate Native American Heritage Night with the Isotopes and enjoy post-game fireworks.

Sugar Land Space Cowboys at Albuquerque Isotopes

1:35 – 2:35 PM — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Catch an exciting Minor League Baseball matchup with local flair as the Isotopes face off against the Space Cowboys.