Good morning, Albuquerque.

Shepard Fairey, known for his iconic 'Hope' poster, will unveil a new mural at the Barelas Rail Yards in Albuquerque tomorrow at 10 a.m. His first solo show in New Mexico, 'Cultivating Justice,' is on view in Santa Fe until Aug.

10 (he also completed a mural in Santa Fe).

New Mexico Legislature approved a $5M tuition break for roughly 400 UNM School of Medicine students for the upcoming academic year, cutting tuition by about $10,000 per student - university leaders say the plan is designed to boost retention and encourage graduates to practice locally.

New Mexico’s tax-free weekend for school supplies will start July 31 and run through August 2, giving families a chance to save as children prepare for class.

Qualifying items include clothing under $100, computers and school supplies that meet specific pricing rules.

UNM and LANL researchers have been chosen for DOE’s Genesis Mission to build an AI tool that recovers faint signals usually lost in background noise — a nine-month, $750,000 project led by Physics and Astronomy professor Dinesh Loomba and colleagues, aiming to enhance rare-event searches.

Bears in the East Mountains are coming near homes as this drought drives them to search for food sources.

Officials advise residents to secure trash and protect livestock after incidents involving chickens, goats, and even a rabbit increased since January.

New Mexico’s tribal leaders and federal officials urged residents to submit public comments to protect Chaco Canyon from mining and drilling after a brief review period was announced — they seek a 90-day comment window and tribal consultation to preserve longstanding safeguards.

A national cyclospora outbreak has had little local impact with Bernalillo County reporting one case acquired out-of-state, and Calavida Brewery Distillery in Corrales has temporarily grounded its lettuce as a precaution (officials affirm that local produce remains unaffected).

The state Department of Health reported Friday that a Bernalillo County woman in her 70s is hospitalized + an Otero County man in his 30s is recovering after testing positive for West Nile virus.

Officials advise using repellent and removing standing water as monsoon season begins.

After a rough Game 1, The Enchantment rallied on Thursday night with a 74-68 win over the AfterShocks, forcing a win-or-go-home Game 3 at Koch Arena on Friday night.

Jackson hit seven three-pointers to spark a timely turnaround.

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.