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I-40 reopened in both directions in Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – I-40 is back open in both directions Tuesday afternoon after being closed due to an emergency response. Albuquerque Police and first responders were working to assist an individual on the San Pedro bridge.

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Two South Valley intersections to receive signal upgrades

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County will begin traffic signal upgrades at two South Valley intersections on Monday, Oct. 26, and Tuesday, Oct. 27. Traffic at the intersection of Barcelona Road and Isleta Boulevard and the intersection of Blake Road and Isleta Boulevard will be impacted. On Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 […]

Bernalillo County, NM · 14d

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Gorge Bridge net, More storms, Killers sentenced, System struggles, UNM ticket sales

Friday’s Top Stories Friday’s Five Facts [1] NMDOT is requesting $113 million to add a net for Rio Grande Gorge Bridge instead of higher railings – NMDOT received millions to raise the railings at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to prevent suicides. NMDOT now wants to add a large safety net instead. NMDOT is instead […]

Albuquerque, NM · 15d

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Gorge Bridge net, More storms, Killers sentenced, System struggles, UNM ticket sales

[1] NMDOT is requesting $113 million to add a net for Rio Grande Gorge Bridge instead of higher railings – NMDOT received millions to raise the railings at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to prevent suicides. NMDOT now wants to add a large safety net instead. NMDOT is instead looking to add a horizontal net under the bridge, requesting $113 million in capital outlay. Capital outlay analysts shared the new plan, which would close the bridge for two years during construction. The request still has a ways to go before lawmakers decide whether to fund the project.

Albuquerque, NM · 14d

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More than $18M given to City of Albuquerque to modernize Sunport Rail Spur

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is receiving millions of dollars to modernize the Sunport Rail Spur. Last year, the City of Albuquerque acquired the stretch of railroad that dates back to World War II. The city said that the project will improve six miles of existing railroad. The upgrades include track upgrades, rail […]

Albuquerque, NM · 15d

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New study reveals how safety could be improved along Rio Grande Blvd. in ABQ

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — The City of Albuquerque is working on improving safety along Rio Grande Boulevard. The city recently conducted a study that analyzed data related to traffic, crashes, pedestrian fatalities and road design on Rio Grande Boulevard between Indian School and Griegos. They took that data, along with community input, and came up […]

Albuquerque, NM · 15d

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NMDOT opens first Q-Turn on I-25 in Albuquerque as interchange rebuild progresses

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A few years into the major I-25 interchange rebuild at Comanche and Montgomery, some big parts of the project are now taking shape and opening up for drivers. That includes one of the new freeway U-turns aimed at speeding up turnarounds. It’s now more than two years into the I-25 Improved […]

Albuquerque, NM · 18d

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City of Albuquerque debuts bike lane pilot project

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque city leaders on Tuesday announced the beginning of a new pilot project that involves a separated bike lane on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, between Arno and Oak Street. There, the city has installed six different types of barriers to keep the bike lanes...

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Albuquerque tests 4 bike-lane barriers on MLK Boulevard to boost safety

Albuquerque is testing four bike-lane barrier options along MLK Boulevard as part of a quick-build plan the city says can cut costs and speed up street changes.

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Rail Runner Express sees boost in train riders amid climbing gas prices

For most vehicles, a one-way trip from Albuquerque to Santa Fe — a drive of about 65 miles — takes two to three gallons of gasoline. With Albuquerque’s current average gas price — about $4.32 per gallon, according to AAA — the cost falls somewhere between $8.64 and $12.96.

New ‘Q-Turn’ opens along I-25 in Albuquerque

A heads-up for drivers who take I-25 through Albuquerque, the Q-Turn – also known as the Texas U-Turn – is now open.

Albuquerque, NM · 23d

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5 Essential Things to Know Before Hiring Long-Distance Movers in Albuquerque

Moving across state lines requires far more than simply packing up cardboard boxes and renting a large truck. When you are planning a significant relocation out of or into New Mexico, the logistical and financial stakes are remarkably high. Albuquerque’s unique high-desert climate, combined with the complex variables of interstate transport, means you need a highly competent team handling your household inventory. Before signing any contracts or handing over a deposit, understanding the regulatory and operational landscape of interstate relocation is critical to protecting your assets. Here is what you need to evaluate.

Albuquerque, NM · 18d

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Tax proposals, Infrastructure plans, Mild temperatures, Harvest share, Route 66

Monday’s Top Stories Monday’s Five Facts [1] NM lawmakers address impacts of making adjustments to state’s taxing structure – With election day approaching, lawmakers are discussing the affordability issues that are impacting taxpayers across the state. In a recent committee meeting, lawmakers saw an overview of the state’s distributional tax structure and possible changes. During […]

Albuquerque, NM · 19d

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