Good morning, Albuquerque.

The NTSB report found that fatigue cracks and overstress failure were present on a wing pylon of the UPS cargo plane that crashed on Nov.

4 in Louisville, with First Officer Lee Truitt of Albuquerque flying, and the investigation remains ongoing with no official cause yet determined.

UNM will host an information session today from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Honors College Forum where current MMUF fellows will share details on the two-year Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship that offers research support, financial aid, mentoring, and workshops; the program accepts up to five new fellows each year and full-time students with a 3.5 GPA who plan to pursue a Ph.D. in eligible fields can apply until Jan. 9, 2026 (undocumented students may apply as well).

The UNM Foundation announced today that a new facility will be named the Velarde Center for Philanthropy — approved by the UNM Board of Regents and enabled by a $5 million lead gift from alumnus Randy Velarde.

The three-story center at Yale Boulevard and Lomas Boulevard will house foundation operations and promote philanthropy, with construction set to start this winter and an opening expected mid to late summer 2027.

Researchers from the World Wildlife Fund, Sustainable Waters and university partners released a study showing only 48% of water in the Rio Grande basin is naturally replenished, putting drinking water and irrigation for 15 million people and nearly 2 million acres at risk.

The report warns that without rapid action on both sides of the border cities, farms and the natural environment may face severe shortages — urging policymakers to rethink water use.

Climate models predict New Mexico will lose much of its water in the coming decades and large migratory birds like sandhill cranes and Ross’s geese may shift their routes—experts warn that a 67%–80% drop in January snowpack and a 25% fall in river flows will shrink wetlands used by these birds.

Albuquerque officials are preparing for winter weather by showing off their snow removal tools — they have 42 trucks, 72 snowplows, and new brine trucks ready to keep the city moving if storms hit soon.

They warned that bus routes, trash pickup, and other services may be delayed and urged everyone to drive carefully.

A new report shows that nearly every rural county in New Mexico faces a shortage of doctors and nurses with 27 of 33 counties lacking enough health care professionals.

State lawmakers will study issues like medical malpractice laws during a 30-day legislative session in January — experts say no single fix can solve the problem.

Kauau Ruins Van Tour

9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Los Lunas Museum of Heritage & Arts — Check website for cost — Explore the historic Kauau Ruins, once visited by Vasquez de Coronado, on a guided van tour.

Monday Night NFL Watch Parties

6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Specials on food and drinks — Enjoy live NFL broadcasts and enter to win a football getaway.

Family Storytime at East Mountain Public Library

11-11:30 a.m. — East Mountain Public Library — Free entry — Experience interactive storytelling fun with crafts, songs, and early literacy learning.

Albuquerque Turkey Trot

8:15 AM – 12:00 PM — Balloon Fiesta Park — Registration required — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun-filled day of running and community spirit.

25th Annual Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Holiday Festival

8 AM – 5 PM — Expo New Mexico State Fair — Tickets required — Celebrate Thanksgiving with local artists, live music, and festive food while shopping for unique gifts.

New Mexico Music Hall of Fame Awards

6 PM — National Hispanic Cultural Center — $24, $2 discount for students, seniors and NHCC members — Celebrate local musical legends and their contributions to New Mexico's vibrant culture.

Chokecherry

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All Ages — Experience live music from Chokecherry and The Sewing Club in a vibrant Albuquerque venue.

Monday Night NFL Watch Party

6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials available — Catch Monday Night Football with giveaways and a chance to win a football getaway.

Stories & Music in the Sky

11 a.m. — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum — Free entry — Experience a magical adventure of storytelling, music, and art for young children and their grown-ups.

AACR Special Conference in Cancer Research: Cancer Evolution

Event Duration — Thu, Dec 4 – Sat, Dec 6 — The Clyde Hotel — Registration required — Delve into how evolutionary principles shape cancer dynamics.