ALBUQUERQUE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Mar 11 2026CRIME

A Bus Blaze in Kerzers Raises Questions About Intent

Police in Switzerland are looking into whether a bus fire that claimed six lives was set on purpose. The incident happened Tuesday evening in Kerzers, a town about 15 miles from Bern. Authorities say an “unidentified voluntary act” might have started the blaze, but they are still gathering evidence.

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Feb 26 2026CRIME

Snowball Fight Turns to Arrest in New York

Police in New York City have taken a 27‑year‑old man into custody after he allegedly hurled snow and ice at officers during a park fight. The incident happened in Washington Square Park earlier this week, sparking a debate about public safety and protest tactics. Authorities say the man, identified

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

Caught in a Surprise Search

Police stopped Marshon Lattimore’s car after it was found with expired license plates. The driver, a former NFL cornerback, told the officer that he had no weapons in the vehicle. The stop began as a routine traffic check for a minor violation. When asked about guns or knives, Lattimore ans

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Feb 15 2026CRIME

A Night of Stops, Searches and No Arrests

Police in Tucson carried out a big operation last Friday night after the 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie vanished from her home on February 1. The sheriff’s office said a man was stopped near a Culver’s parking lot, handcuffed and later released. He had been involved in a traffic stop that was linked to a

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Jan 25 2026EDUCATION

Albuquerque Schools See Gains in Test Scores and Graduation Rates

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) have shown significant improvements in test scores and graduation rates. This progress is a result of focused efforts and strategic planning. The district has seen a rise in English and math proficiency, with some schools achieving double-digit gains. High school gra

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Albuquerque's Mayor Wins Big: What It Says About the City's Future

Albuquerque made history recently. Mayor Tim Keller won a third term. This is a big deal. It's not easy for a mayor to win three times in a row. Especially not now. Many people thought he wouldn't win. They said the city was tired of him. But voters had other ideas. Over 129, 000 people voted. That

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Apr 13 2025CRIME

Albuquerque's Crime Fight: National Guard to the Rescue?

Albuquerque is taking a bold step to tackle its crime issues. The city will soon see dozens of National Guard members hitting the streets. They won't be making arrests or questioning suspects. Instead, they'll be taking on tasks like securing crime scenes and directing traffic. This move is all abou

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

How Local News Talks About the Police

Police actions against Black citizens have sparked heated discussions across the U. S. over the past decade. These debates often center around the role of police in society. Many believe that news outlets have become more critical of the police. However, a recent study challenges this idea. Researc

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Oct 23 2024CRIME

Arizona Office Shooting Suspect Arrested After Months of Targeted Attacks

Police in Arizona have finally caught a man who's been terrorizing a political office for weeks. The 60-year-old suspect, Jeffrey Michael Kelly, was arrested for shooting at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) office in Tempe multiple times. He's also accused of hanging suspicious bags with razo

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Oct 15 2024CRIME

Chemical Smuggling Bust: Spain Stops Russia-Bound Shipment

Police in Spain have uncovered a major smuggling operation, seizing 13 tons of banned chemicals. These chemicals, which could be used to make chemical weapons, were headed to Russia. The operation took place despite the sanctions put in place due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Four suspected crimi

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