Education

APS Welcome Back to School Community Listening Session Set for July 27; Electric Buses and Menu Tastings Await

Albuquerque Public Schools will gather feedback from parents and community members during an upcoming listening session ahead of the new school year. The discussion will focus on the food and nutrition services and transportation.

APS Student Groups Improve in Early Literacy, but Middle School Math Falls Short of Goals

While key student groups at APS showed early literacy gains, efforts to reach the district’s middle school math goals need further action.

Have You Registered Your Child for the New School Year? APS Urges Families to Use ParentVUE

APS outlines the student registration process ahead of the new school year.

Why an Albuquerque Business Is Raising Money for Students Ahead of the New School Year

Urban Rez Kitchen is raising funds to provide 400 backpacks and school supplies to students before the new school year opens.

Up to $80K in Student Loan Relief? New Mexico Gives Veterinarians More Time to Apply

Application for the veterinary loan repayment program will remain open until August 1, the Higher Education Department announced.

Most Reads:

‘It sounded like an F-16’: Pipeline Blast Near New Mexico-Colorado Border Sends Flames Into New Mexico Sky, Sparked Wildfire

Residents near the New Mexico-Colorado border described a terrifying pipeline explosion that shook the ground, knocked out power and sent flames towering into the sky before igniting a wildland fire.

‘We’ll Take Your Hand’: Tomasita’s Employees Find Temporary Work After Fire Forces Restaurant Closure

After a fire forced Tomasita’s to close last week, more than 25 of its employees have found temporary jobs at other establishments, allowing them to stay employed and earn income during the Balloon Fiesta.

New Mexico Launches State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program, Becoming 31st State to Offer In-State Alternative

New Mexico has launched a state-run meat and poultry inspection program, giving local producers and processors a new pathway to inspect and sell products within state lines under Livestock Board supervision rather than federal oversight. Developed with the USDA, the program aims to ease access for smaller operations and strengthen local food systems.

Just Like a Movie: “Up”-Inspired 94-Balloon Cluster Soars at 2026 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

A 94-balloon cluster inspired by the iconic Disney-Pixar film “Up” became one of the standout sights at this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Saturday. The cluster made its way to Arizona early Sunday morning.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Four on Interstate 40, NMSP Confirms

Authorities reported a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 40 after a commercial truck crossed the median and hit two vehicles on Sunday.