ABQ RAW’s Top Stories for the Week of August 22nd
Albuquerque – We are recapping the top five stories from the week to make it easy for you to catch up on Albuquerque news. It was a busy week in…
Effing Chaos at Bar, 1 Shot Dead
Albuquerque – On August 22nd, 2025, just before 10:45 pm, the Albuquerque Police Department was dispatched to 5300 Sequoia Rd NW to Effingbar and Grill. When officers arrived, they found…
Portions of I-25 SB Closed Due to Vehicle Fire, Expect Delays
Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Police Department and New Mexico State Police have portions of I-25 southbound closed at Montano/Montgomery due to a vehicle fire. Police initially tried to keep lanes…
Multiple Guns Found In & Around APS Campuses Today
Albuquerque – On August 20th, 2025, ABQ RAW received a video of Albuquerque Public Schools police officer holding a student at gunpoint. The officer could be seen holding his gun…
UPDATE: Woman Dies After Motorcycle Crash on I-40 Near Eubank; Cause Under Investigation
Albuquerque – On August 19, we reported on a crash that occurred on I-40 westbound at Eubank. We have since confirmed with law enforcement that the motorcyclist involved has died…
Motorcycle Crash on I-40 Leaves Rider Critically Injured
Albuquerque – Minutes after 6:20 PM, a significant motor vehicle collision occurred on I-40 westbound west* of Juan Tabo, before Eubank. The Albuquerque Fire and Rescue Department and the Albuquerque…
UPDATE: Women Shot by Police was Resident at City Affordable Housing
Albuquerque – Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and city leaders were scheduled to have a press conference today at 10:00 AM at the Los Altos Lofts with them celebrating the expansion…
I-40 Westbound Lanes Reopened After Vehicle Fire Near Carlisle
Albuquerque – Around 12:45 PM, a vehicle fire was reported on I-40 westbound near Carlisle. The Albuquerque Fire and Rescue, Albuquerque Police Department, and Police Service Aides from APD responded.…
Woman Wielding Knife Shot by Police
Albuquerque – There was an Albuquerque Police Department officer-involved shooting (OIS) near the Days Inn at Hotel Circle, which is near Eubank and Lomas. Details are limited, but officers responded…
Truck Runs Over Motorcycle Riders then Flees, 1 Dead
APD’s Fatal Crash unit is investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash that resulted in the death of a woman who was a passenger on a motorcycle. Officers responded shortly after 11…