Morning
Albuquerque
Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At ABQ BioPark Zoo, three fuzzy flamingo chicks walked inside the wattled crane habitat area on Thursday—delighting about a dozen visitors. Albuquerque Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CNM, New Mexico's largest community college, is set to open its new state-of-the-art trade school after five years of planning and two years of construction as it nears its anniversary celebration—promising improved technical training for local students. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Today, the College of University Libraries and Learning Sciences announced that Dr. Stephanie Moore and Dr. Victor Law were named fellows of Microsoft's AI Economy Institute—receiving $80,000 to support their work on creating courses about AI literacy and workplace ethics. University of New Mexico
- ➤ On Aug. 18, UNM hosted an ice cream social as part of Welcome Back Days while United Graduate Workers demonstrated to ask President Garnett Stokes for higher wages, better benefits and protections for international students—aiming to put faces to their bargaining demands. About 100 students joined the protest as union stewards said the action was meant to humanize ongoing contract talks. New Mexico Daily Lobo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque is expanding its speed camera program by adding several more devices (to reduce speeding and prevent fatal crashes) after nearly half of its citations remain unpaid. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ On Aug. 13, New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and 35 other AGs sent a letter to Instagram raising public safety and data privacy concerns over its new live location sharing maps feature. The letter demands that the app prohibit minors from using the feature, provide clear alerts about its risks, and let users easily disable it—steps that Meta is now re-examining after reports of unconsented location sharing. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ Mayor Tim Keller delivered the 25th State of the City address at the Albuquerque BioPark Botanic Garden on Aug. 23, outlining progress and challenges with addiction, homelessness, and immigrant protections while announcing initiatives such as a city-wide fee freeze, expanded community safety efforts, and a push to lead in quantum computing—local residents noted his track record since 2017 and his promise of further change. New Mexico Daily Lobo
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNM Lobo Women’s Volleyball beat New Mexico Highlands with scores of 25-7, 25-15, 25-20 in an exhibition match on Aug. 23—marking their first season match. The team will play invitationals starting on Aug. 29 against Manhattan Jaspers, Northern Arizona University, and Houstoun Christian as they continue their season. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ On Friday, Aug. 22, the Albuquerque Isotopes rallied to beat the Las Vegas Aviators 8-7 at Isotopes Park—coming back from a 6-0 deficit to tie the series. They later won game five 10-6 before losing the final contest in extra innings, ending the series with three wins each. New Mexico Daily Lobo
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Save Ferris & Friends Live
6:30-11 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — $22-72 — Enjoy an all-ages night of rocksteady with Save Ferris, Rocksteady Pickups, and No Manners.
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Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Kimo Theatre — $52—$99, VIP Package: $174 — Experience a vibrant mix of classic genres performed live by exceptional musicians, blending modern hits with vintage styles.
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Bop To The Top Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Backstage at Revel — Tickets starting at $75 — Experience an unforgettable performance with Bop To The Top in Albuquerque.
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The High Desert Playboys at the Harvest and Wine Festival
3-7 p.m. — Balloon Fiesta Park — Cost TBA — Experience original Americana and high-energy bluegrass in a festive atmosphere.
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Bellamy Brothers Benefit Concert
6-9 p.m. — Tingley Coliseum — $33.17–$130.75 — Enjoy a special concert supporting Ruidoso flood relief with the Bellamy Brothers and Hooks & the Huckleberries.
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All American Futurity Finals G1
12-5 p.m. — The Downs Racetrack & Casino — Admission info not specified — Witness the excitement of the prestigious All American Futurity Finals relocated to Albuquerque this Labor Day.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs Round Rock Express
6:35-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Ticket prices may vary — Catch the action as the Isotopes take on the Round Rock Express in an exciting evening of baseball.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs Round Rock Express
6:35-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Check event page for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball game featuring the Albuquerque Isotopes.
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New Mexico State Fair 2025
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Expo New Mexico State Fair — Enjoy a celebration of local food, culture, and creativity at one of the top fairs in the nation.
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Tim McGraw Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Sandia Resort & Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional depth and humor of country music legend Tim McGraw.
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