Albuquerque’s Uptown Connect transit-and-housing project targets summer 2026 groundbreaking
Albuquerque’s planned Uptown Connect redevelopment is scheduled to break ground in summer 2026, with full operation anticipated in fall 2028.
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Albuquerque budget dispute puts diversion program funding and court schedule in focus
Mayor Tim Keller’s administration said a proposed FY2027 budget amendment would remove $400,000 for legal work on a criminal-diversion model, while City Council members said separate amendments restored diversion funding.
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ABQ RIDE reports higher ridership after system upgrades
The City of Albuquerque says Albuquerque Rapid Transit recorded 2,455,059 riders in fiscal year 2026, a 6.5% increase over the prior 12-month comparison period used by the city.
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KOAT to become Albuquerque’s CBS affiliate on Aug. 1
CBS is scheduled to move its Albuquerque affiliation from KRQE to KOAT effective Aug. 1, 2026.