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Albuquerque Police Department
University Of New Mexico
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Albuquerque Journal
Homelessness
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Bernalillo County
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New Mexico Supreme Court
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Stay informed with the latest news, insights, and in-depth analysis from the Albuquerque Journal. The Leading News delivers the stories that matter most to New Mexico, covering local events, politics, business, and culture. Join our trusted team of journalists as they bring you up-to-date reporting and expert commentary on the issues shaping our community.

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Noah Kalabok
Education reporter at the Albuquerque Journal
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: ABQ Students Make Gains In Reading & Math, Sunport Joins Other Airports In Blocking Noem Video On Government Shutdown, and Man Killed At Las Cruces Chili's Pursued Officer With A Hammer
Jack Titor
Vice President of Governmental Affairs at Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains
Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains
Episode: State To Cover Costs After Federal Funding Cuts To Planned Parenthood, Officials Reignite Calls For Safety Updates To The Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, and Spaceport America Marks 20 Years Anniversary
Noah Kolobach
Education reporter for the Albuquerque Journal
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: APS Board Set To Approve New Contract With Teachers Union, PED Listening Tour Stops In Albuquerque, APD Shoots Woman On Tuesday Morning, and Keller With Fundraising Lead Going Into Election
Nicaela McClellan
Journal reporter following the immigration story
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: Albuquerque Could Lose Millions In Federal Funding Due To Sanctuary City Status, APS Welcomes Students Back To The Classroom, Nob Hill Italian Restaurant Closes, and State Experiencing Heat Wave
Noah Akala-Bach
Education reporter for The Journal
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: APS Officials Discuss Security, Air Conditioning, and ICE Ahead Of The New School Year, Judge Orders Alleged UNM Shooter Remain In Custody, and Gallup DA Hold Press Conference Amid Funding Crisis
Nikayla McClellan
Journal reporter covering the tragic shooting story
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: Alleged UNM Shooter's Mom Called 911, APS Hosts First-Of-Its-Kind Event For Teachers Ahead Of The First Day Of School, Triple Digit Temperatures Hit New Mexico, and Both of ABQ's JCPenny Store Sold
Noah Kolopak
Education reporter for the Albuquerque Journal
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: Alleged UNM Shooter's Mom Called 911, APS Hosts First-Of-Its-Kind Event For Teachers Ahead Of The First Day Of School, Triple Digit Temperatures Hit New Mexico, and Both of ABQ's JCPenny Store Sold
Hannah Garcia
Journal business reporter
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: Intel Layoffs At Rio Rancho Plant, Measles Case In Santa Fe County, NM Lawmakers Prepare For Upcoming Federal Cuts, Judge Sides With Bernalillo County Commission, and State Ranks Low In Business Poll
Algernon DeMassa
Southern New Mexico correspondent for the Journal
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: Western NM University Selects An Interim-President, Suspect Charged With Arson In Los Lunas Fire, NM Officials Unsure If Intel Layoffs Will Affect The State, and Students Name New Little Of Wolf Pups

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Gino Gutierrez
Host, Albuquerque Journal longtime journalist, leads coverage of local news

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Great use of my time

    Like to listen while I start my day.i It’s info I may not have time to read . Great delivery.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mulherna
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Local Roundup

    I listen every morning, and love having a summary of what’s happening in Albuquerque. It’s perfectly timed - I know what’s happening and can follow-up with those stories that really interest me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmABQ
    United Statesa year ago

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Uballez Withholding Keller Endorsement Ahead Of Runoff Election, 2025 PIT Count Released, ABQ Asks For Immediate Removal Of Encampment At Quirky Books, & Hypersonic Missile Manufacturer Chooses NM
Q: What do the recent figures from the PIT count reveal?
The PIT count showed an 8% increase in homelessness, with 2,960 people identified as homeless in Albuquerque, reflecting issues like housing instability.
Uballez Withholding Keller Endorsement Ahead Of Runoff Election, 2025 PIT Count Released, ABQ Asks For Immediate Removal Of Encampment At Quirky Books, & Hypersonic Missile Manufacturer Chooses NM
Q: What do we know about the impact of Alex Uballez on the mayoral runoff election?
Uballez's endorsement could sway voters, but he has not yet decided whether to endorse Keller despite having discussions with him.
NM Legal Aid Layoffs
Q: What are they doing now to try to help avoid any sort of massive disruptions?
They are trying to wrap up cases and clients to mitigate the impact of the layoffs, ensuring ongoing legal assistance as much as possible.
NM Legal Aid Layoffs
Q: How did we get here to where legal aid is now laying off some of their staff?
They experienced growth during the pandemic due to substantial funding increases, but all that funding is now going away, leading to expected budget cuts in 2025.
Drug Overdose Deaths Drop, Southern NM Disaster Relief Funds Announced, and More On UNM's New Football Head Coach
Q: So Sean, Jason Eck, new head man here for the UNM football team. What can you tell us about him?
He was previously a head coach at Idaho and has a strong reputation for program building.

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A fast-paced local news show delivering timely overviews of Albuquerque and New Mexico developments, with emphasis on politics, public policy, and community impact. Episodes cover budget shifts, elections, public safety, education, and regional innovation, offering context on how decisions unfold and who they affect. Noteworthy is the show's mix of hard news with policy implications, plus frequent updates on state-level issues and major local stories that shape the community landscape.

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