Morning
Albuquerque
Monday, November 24th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Laura McChesney and her husband Craig McChesney saw gentoo penguins care for a newly hatched chick today at the ABQ BioPark Zoo—this is the zoo’s second penguin chick since 2019. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Dozens of local restaurants stepped up to feed New Mexico’s children when a freeze on federal food assistance left many families in need—efforts that showed the community’s commitment during SNAP unease. Albuquerque Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At 12:30 p.m. Sunday, firefighters controlled a fire at the empty 10-story high rise on San Mateo Boulevard — damage was limited to a basement elevator shaft and no injuries were reported; the city approved a permit to convert the building into 110 mixed-income apartments. KOAT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Keeping Together Brewery and Beverage Garden will open soon in a refurbished greenhouse in Albuquerque to serve local beer and food – its brand began in Chicago and carries a long-held spirit of community pride. The new venue is set to bring a unique taste and atmosphere to Albuquerque. Albuquerque Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of New Mexico Language Learning Center held a free beadmaking workshop on November 21 that honored Native American beadwork traditions—Adam Greenberg and Alicia Clouser led the session by teaching participants how to craft beaded earrings while sharing the history of the practice. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ On Nov. 21st, the Maxwell Museum held two events to celebrate free speech by showcasing banned books and a card game that teaches activism—museum staff shared data on censorship and explained how museums protect open ideas. Museum Director Carla Sinopoli and her team argued that free expression is vital for honest talks about human culture. New Mexico Daily Lobo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday night, Albuquerque Public Schools’ Board of Education approved over $4 million in funds to add weapons detection systems to school campuses—raising security measures for students and staff. The system could be installed soon as part of efforts to boost school safety. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ University of New Mexico held community listening sessions on Nov. 18 and 19 at the Student Union Building and Domenici Education Center on the Health and Sciences campus to gather input on the qualities needed in the next president. The search started after President Garnett Stokes announced her retirement at the end of the 2025-26 school year, and finalists will be chosen in April or May with the new president taking over in the summer. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ Professor emeritus Richard W. Etulain of UNM published his 65th book and is working on two more; his forthcoming volume—Basques of the American West—will release in early 2026 and focuses on Basque identity in the American West. University of New Mexico
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Nov. 21, state and tribal leaders met at the Indian Pueblo Culture Center and urged the federal government to keep Public Land Order 7923, which protects a 10-mile buffer around Chaco Canyon from oil & gas development. They warned that repealing the order would harm a sacred cultural landscape vital to Pueblo heritage. New Mexico Daily Lobo
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNM football coach Jason Eck addressed reporters after the game at Air Force Academy in Colorado—he smiled slightly when asked about the extra support needed for a run in the Mountain West Championship and did not give further details. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ On November 18, UNM introduced Karley Nelson as the new head coach after she served 11 years as an assistant—she took over from longtime coach Heather Dyche, who resigned to lead the U.S. U-23 Women’s National Team. Nelson said she would use an attacking style and focus on recruiting local talent to strengthen the squad. New Mexico Daily Lobo
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Chokecherry
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All Ages — Experience live music from Chokecherry and The Sewing Club in a vibrant Albuquerque venue.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Holiday Stroll in Old Town with NM Museum of Natural History
5-9 p.m. — Old Town Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with local shopping and entertainment from performers.
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Emo Night Karaoke
7-9:30 p.m. — 120 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM — 21+ Ages — Sing your heart out with a live band at this vibrant karaoke night.
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