Track the 66th Gordon Bennett gas balloon race
269 Views The 66th Coupe Aeronautique Gordon Bennett has concluded. Team France 2 flew an unofficial distance of 1653.72 miles and are the unofficial winners of the 66th Coupe Aéronautique Gordon Bennett. Pilots Eric Decellières and Benoît Havret landed less than 53.9 miles from the coast near Jacksonville, North Carolina at 10:59am MDT, surpassing Team […]
Ancient footprints challenge old timeline of human arrival in America
220 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – New research has led to a major finding for the story of humans. Ancient footprints were found in New Mexico, and it’s the oldest sign of human life in the Americas. It tells us our ancestors were here 21 to 23,000 years ago – thousands of years earlier than we […]
First Santa Fe Plaza powwow tops Indigenous Peoples’ Day events in New Mexico
336 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It is the second Monday of October which means the state of New Mexico is recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day. In 2019, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 100 into law, replacing Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the state.
From storms to stolen balloons: Balloon Fiesta adopts new safety protocols
274 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Last year, during the 50th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, severe weather led to thousands of people having to evacuate Balloon Fiesta Park and miss out on the majority of the hot air balloon glow.
Sunport’s K-9 unit greets Balloon Fiesta visitors
232 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The Albuquerque Sunport pulled out all of the stops to make sure people felt welcomed as they touched down in the Land of Enchantment, including bringing out their ABQ K-9 crew to greet guests. “They are here to ease the stress of travel, they are all certified and trained,” said […]
Mayor highlights security measures and upgrades for Balloon Fiesta
237 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – As the city counts down to Balloon Fiesta, we’re getting a look at how the city is preparing. Albuquerque police say as always there will be extensive law enforcement presence at the park. APD says there will be security on the field in uniform and some in plain clothes.
Federal student loan payments are starting again. Here’s what you need to know
244 Views NEW YORK (AP) — Federal student loan borrowers will need to start making payments again this month after a three-year-plus pause due to the pandemic. You should expect a bill that lays out how much you have to pay each month at least 21 days before your due date. It’s likely that most […]
U.S. government passes bill to avoid shutdown
229 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The federal government is expected to avoid a shutdown – at least for now. The Senate approved a temporary solution after the House voted “yes” on the bill earlier Saturday. Millions of Americans can breathe a sigh of relief as soon as President Biden signs the bill that he’s expected […]
Republicans take New Mexico’s congressional map to trial
239 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Republicans in New Mexico are arguing the state’s new congressional boundaries are gerrymandered, giving an unfair advantage to Democrats. This case is playing out in Lovington, but the New Mexico Supreme Court weighed in Tuesday and made a big decision.
Park and Ride not available during Balloon Fiesta’s Special Shapes Day
260 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The wheels on the bus won’t be going round and round on the Thursday of Balloon Fiesta this year. The Balloon Fiesta Express Park and Ride won’t be an option on the popular Special Shapes Day.
