Protesters clashed with ICE officials outside an Albuquerque DHS facility over the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer in Minnesota, leading to arrests, physical confrontations, and calls for investigation, amid tensions over immigration enforcement.
A traveler with measles from South Carolina stayed at a hotel in Albuquerque, potentially exposing others to the virus. Health officials advise checking vaccination status and monitoring symptoms, emphasizing the importance of MMR vaccination to prevent measles outbreaks.
Pacific Fusion has selected Albuquerque as the site for a $1 billion nuclear fusion facility, marking a significant investment in advanced energy technology.
A high-altitude scientific balloon launched by NASA from Fort Sumner was spotted over Albuquerque, with a second balloon launched from Kirtland AFB, both used for atmospheric and space research.
A shooting at the University of New Mexico's dormitory leaves one dead and one wounded, with the suspect still at large and possibly on campus. The university has issued a shelter-in-place order as law enforcement investigates the incident, which occurred early in the morning at the Casas del Rio student housing complex.
A shooting at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque resulted in one death and one injury, with the suspect still at large and students sheltering in place as law enforcement investigates. The university has closed its central campus as a precaution.
Two people were shot at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, resulting in one death and one injury; the suspect remains at large and may still be on campus, prompting the university to order a shelter-in-place and close the campus.
A deadly shooting occurred at the University of New Mexico campus, resulting in one death and one injury, with the suspect still at large. The campus is under a shelter in place order as police search for the suspect, who remains at large, and the investigation is being led by New Mexico State Police.
Former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez was arrested in Albuquerque for allegedly firing a gun from a moving vehicle, with charges including shooting at or from a motor vehicle and negligent use of a deadly weapon. Sanchez, 43, denied firing the weapon, and his bail has not been set. The incident occurred as the vehicle passed a traffic accident, and Sanchez was released after arrest. He was previously released by UFC in 2020 and has since competed in bare-knuckle boxing.
Former UFC star Diego Sanchez was detained in Albuquerque after firing a gun from a vehicle near a traffic crash, leading to charges of shooting from a motor vehicle and negligent firearm use.
MMA fighter Diego Sanchez was arrested in Albuquerque for allegedly shooting a gun out of a vehicle, with police finding a firearm and rounds in the car; he faces charges of shooting at or from a motor vehicle and negligent use of a firearm.
An F-35B fighter jet crashed in Albuquerque shortly after refueling at Kirtland Air Force Base, with the pilot safely ejecting and being taken to a hospital. Despite the high costs and some criticism of the F-35 program, experts note that crashes are rare and the aircraft is considered safe. The program remains the largest and most expensive military acquisition in history, with total costs around $2 trillion.
An F-35B fighter jet crashed near Albuquerque International Sunport after a refueling stop at Kirtland Air Force Base. The pilot ejected and is recovering at UNM Hospital. Fire crews, including those from Kirtland AFB, managed to control the jet fuel fire, but cleanup will take longer. University between Rio Bravo and Mesa del Sol will be closed for debris removal. Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.
A military F-35 aircraft crashed near Albuquerque International Sunport, with the pilot safely ejecting and being hospitalized in stable condition. The aircraft was en route from Texas to California and had refueled at Kirtland Air Force Base. Two civilians were evaluated but not hospitalized. Flight operations at the airport have resumed.