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How should the opioid settlement money be used?

How should the City of Albuquerque use the $80 million it is set to receive as part of that massive opioid settlement?

Microsoft in Next 50 Years: The Future of AI, Cloud, Windows, and Gaming

As Microsoft turns 50, we look at its journey so far and see what the future holds for its AI, cloud, and other services in the next 50 years.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Cadillac battles for 12 hours at Sebring

Cadillac Racing finished 7.6 seconds short of a podium finish in the 73rd edition of the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring.

Lobo fans leave for Mountain West men’s basketball tournament

The Lobo men's basketball team will have some loyal fans in attendance at this weekend's Mountain West tournament in Las Vegas.

Man sentenced for accidentally shooting and killing girlfriend

A judge sentenced a man who said he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend during a fight in Albuquerque.

Rockies' Tanner Gordon: Dispatched to Triple-A

The Rockies optioned Gordon to Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday.

10 Best Places to Retire in the Southwest for Lower Taxes, Quality Health Care, and an Affordable Cost of Living

Based on data from Investopedia, these are the best places to retire in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.

Tribes and Native American students sue over Bureau of Indian Education firings

Firings at two colleges have left students and staff with unsafe conditions, canceled classes, and delayed financial aid, according to the lawsuit Friday.

Sunny and warmer Tuesday in New Mexico

Tuesday will be a sunny and warmer day with higher fire danger in southern New Mexico where red flag warnings are in effect.

Love 4 Pets with Harvey, Jake

We're showing our Love 4 Pets with two pals from city shelters in Albuquerque – Harvey and Jake – who are looking for their fur-ever homes.

UNM experts react to Trump DEI overhaul efforts

Since President Donald Trump’s reelection, he has repeatedly targeted federal diversity, equity and inclusion programs that seek to increase diversity within the government. These efforts could have negative impacts,

A mask, a cane and a frantic dog: Inside the final hours of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa

The mysterious death of actor Gene Hackman and his wife rattled and baffled the Santa Fe community. New details emerge about the couple's final hours.

Fire in faulty HVAC unit at Walmart quickly doused

The Walmart will be closed for a short time while repairs are made and is expected to reopen soon. AFR has determined that the fire was caused by faulty electrical components on the HVAC unit.

NM AG releases immigration enforcement report

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico recently published statistics regarding immigration and border crimes. Numerous prosecutions were registered between March 1-7, with the partnership of El Paso sector of the U.

Man gets new sentence for killing father while speeding

A local family says they can start healing after the man who hit and killed their loved one was finally sentenced after going on the run. Francisco Reyes-Merlos was originally sentenced back in 2022 but then he ran from the law.

Spotlight on senior care

With so many New Mexicans providing care for loved ones, city leaders say the high-profile case involving Gene Hackman and his wife is a good reminder to check on elderly loved ones.

Bay Area High School Students Protest ICE Raids Amid Rising Deportation Fears

Reports of ICE activity throughout the Bay Area triggered widespread protests in local high schools and prompted school districts to take precautionary measures to protect students and families. At William C.

4 Teams Get Home Game Advantage

Senior Judah Duran adds 10.5 points and senior Jeremaya Roybal grabs 7.5 rebounds and adds 8.5 points. Junior Emelio Espinoza runs the point and hands out 3.3 assists, while senior Cruz Martinez does a lot of overlooked things that go into a successful team, like setting picks.

Man faces charges for evading checkpoint and smuggling undocumented migrants

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico - The U.S. Attorney's Office and U.S. Border Patrol has charged an undocumented migrant for speeding from a checkpoint to evade capture while transporting undocumented migrants.

Police investigate fatal shooting in Northeast Heights

Detectives have detained one person as they look into the circumstances of what led to a man being shot to death.

Read about new leaders of 16 missions serving from Canada to Zambia

Learn about the new presidents and companions of missions in Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ecuador, England, Ghana, Hawaii, México, New Mexico, Papua New Guinea, Philippines,

Albuquerque mother sentenced to 10 years for abusing 5-year-old son

An Albuquerque mother will spend the next decade behind bars for abusing her young son. A judge sentenced Natalie Saiz Thursday.

Doctor gives tips on preparing for daylight saving time change

A family physician with Optum says the effects of daylight saving are usually temporary, and it takes the body a couple of days to reset.

The People Issue 2025: Vanderbilt Football’s Diego Pavia

In the fall of 2021, Diego Pavia was the quarterback at New Mexico Military Institute, a junior college in Roswell, N.M. Less than four years later, the self-proclaimed “small-town kid from Albuquerque, New Mexico” has led the Vanderbilt Commodores to unforeseen heights and become one of college football’s most talked-about figures.

Rockies' Drew Romo: Likely to start in Triple-A

Romo is likely to begin the 2025 season at Triple-A Albuquerque, Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post reports. Manager Bud Black has praised Romo for his improvement in blocking skills and in managing a game this spring.

THURS: Protests planned today for Bernalillo Tesla dealership, + More

Amid a nationwide surge of protesters taking to Tesla dealerships to voice their disdain for billionaire owner Elon Musk’s hand in aggressive federal agency downsizing, demonstrators are planning to occupy the showroom of a dealership in Bernalillo Thursday afternoon.

Local financial expert offers tips for saving even with little money

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Whether you have $2, $20 or $2,000, a local financial expert has some smart short-term savings tips.

Judge to sentence man convicted of 1994 rape in Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A judge is expected to sentence a local man convicted in November of a rape that happened over 30 years ago. In November 1994, Gilbert Contreras beat and raped a woman jogging in the bosque. She has since passed away but her family was in the courtroom when jurors convicted him 30 years later.

Shooting involving deputies in Albuquerque's foothills

The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office was involved in a shooting early Thursday morning in Albuquerque's foothills. In a post on X, the department says it happened on Live Oak Place Northeast. That's east of Tramway Boulevard and just north of Paseo Del Norte Boulevard. All deputies are said to be OK.

Sandia Resort and Casino to host hiring event this month

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Sandia Resort and Casino is looking to hire 100 people at a hiring event later this month. The “March Into Your New Career Hiring Event” is Friday, March 21, in-person, from 12-4 p.m. They will hire people on the spot with interviews taking place in the casino ballrooms.

Calm Wednesday before wind and possible snow return to New Mexico

We'll see another dry day in New Mexico with calmer breezes and slightly warmer temperatures Wednesday compared to Tuesday.

Your Roadmap to Visiting Albuquerque New Mexico’s Colorful Culture

Discover all there is to do when visiting Albuquerque, New Mexico with our roadmap to this culturally colorful Southwest city.

Love 4 Pets: Christy and Iris in Albuquerque

We're showing you two pets from the Eastside Animal Shelter in Albuquerque who want to make your home their home.