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1+ day, 11+ hour ago (288+ words) ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. " Nothing says Christmas in New Mexico quite like the luminarias " or farolitos " lining sidewalks and rooftops throughout the state. A new opera is pulling back the curtain on how that tradition even came to be. The National Hispanic Cultural Center's Opera Southwest is staging their brand new show, "The Farolitos of Christmas. "We're really hoping this becomes an annual tradition that will become just as beloved as "A Christmas Carol' or "The Nutcracker', said John De Los Santos, the stage director and choreographer of "The Farolitos of Christmas. The brand new opera is based on Rudolfo Anaya's beloved story that was originally published in 1987. "We see farolitos all over the state and this opera is about the origin of where they came from, De Los Santos said. "It has tune after tune after tune with really well-drawn, colorful characters,…...

2+ day, 7+ hour ago (1427+ words) Telles elected to ABQ City Council; District 3 race too close to call " Olivier Uyttebrouck, Albuquerque Journal The runoff election in the District 3 City Council contest was too close to call late Tuesday, although incumbent Klarissa Pe'a had a razor-thin lead over political newcomer Teresa Garcia. But West Side voters decisively elected the city of Albuquerque's newest City Council member, giving Stephanie Telles nearly 60% of the vote in the District 1 runoff election, according to unofficial election returns. Telles' opponent, Joshua Neal, garnered about 40% of the unofficial vote. In the District 3 contest, Pe'a led by just over 1 percentage point late Tuesday. Pe'a had 50.52% of the vote to Garcia's 49.49%. Pe'a was leading by 68 votes as of 10 p.m. The race was too close to call Tuesday night, said Brian Sanderoff, president of Research & Polling. Unknown is whether additional outstanding votes remain to be counted, he…...

2+ day, 10+ hour ago (760+ words) Miami Republican Committeewoman Angie Wong explains how President Trump's backing of mayoral hopeful Emilio Gonzalez has turned a sleepy Miami race into a proxy fight over keeping the city red, voter turnout and Democratic momentum. While officially nonpartisan, Tuesday's runoff carried a clear ideological split as Keller faced a challenge from his right in former Sheriff Darren White, who cast himself as the law-and-order candidate promising to restore public safety. Keller defended his record on crime and homelessness, ultimately securing a third term to continue leading the blue city through the next four years as it confronts public safety and housing challenges. Keller and White advanced from a 7-candidate field on Election Day on Nov. 5, 2025, when other high-stakes mayoral races were playing out across the United States, from Seattle to New York City. Because neither candidate received more than 50% of…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago (311+ words) Keller wins third term as Albuquerque mayor; one city council race still too close to call Tim Keller has been reelected as Albuquerque's mayor for a third consecutive term, while two city council races were also contested, with one still undecided. Keller secured 58% of the vote, defeating challenger Darren White, who garnered 42%. "It's a mandate to push forward. And it's also a challenge to rise to the occasion. That is what our next four years is going to be all about," Keller said in his victory speech. White addressed his supporters, urging them not to lose hope. "Maybe, just maybe, the mayor will understand that we want him to fight for our families, and we want him to fight for our businesses," he said. In the city council races, Stephanie Telles defeated Joshua Neal in District 1, which covers the northwest…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago (297+ words) THE MIKE BROOMHEAD SHOW In this episode of Amazing Arizonans, I sit down with Monica Villalobos, president of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and a powerhouse in our community. Monica shares how lobbying for Hispanic-owned businesses strengthens the entire economy and why mentorship is at the heart of her leadership. Recognized as one of Arizona's most influential voices on growth and opportunity, Monica offers insights that will inspire entrepreneurs and community leaders alike. Tune in for a conversation that blends passion, purpose and practical wisdom. I learned a lot about the beating heart of Arizona's economy, and I'm sure you will, too! It features dozens of episodes spotlighting some of the best and brightest to come out of the Grand Canyon State. Previous guests include Jerry Colangelo, Michael Crow, Jan Brewer and Al McCoy. Amazing Arizonans is presented by'Resolution…...

2+ day, 19+ hour ago (22+ words) The president's Truth Social post about his White House ballroom project marks his third attack on a female journalist in recent weeks....

2+ day, 23+ hour ago (216+ words) Incumbent Mayor Tim Keller won the runoff election and will lead Albuquerque for another four years, according to unofficial election results from Tuesday's municipal election. With 58% of the vote by 8 p.m. Tuesday, Keller " first elected in 2017 " bested challenger Darren White to become the city's first consecutive three-term mayor. The mayoral race focused largely on Albuquerque's crime rate, homelessness, housing and economic development. Keller, a Democrat who has served as state auditor and in the state Legislature, defended his record and campaigned on the need for follow-through. White said he offered a changing of the guard... Incumbent Mayor Tim Keller won the runoff election and will lead Albuquerque for another four years, according to unofficial election results from Tuesday's municipal election. With 58% of the vote by 8 p.m. Tuesday, Keller " first elected in 2017 " bested challenger Darren White to become the city's first consecutive three-term…...

3+ day, 5+ hour ago (811+ words) Albuquerque voters will decide on Tuesday whether Mayor Tim Keller keeps his job or if former sheriff Darren White takes over, in a mayoral runoff that's grown increasingly bitter. The race's defining image may be dozens of unhoused people in the city's International District sporting bright yellow "I [heart] Tim... Albuquerque Mayoral Race Turns 'Nasty' Albuquerque voters will decide on Tuesday whether Mayor Tim Keller keeps his job or if former sheriff Darren White takes over, in a mayoral runoff that's grown increasingly bitter. The race's defining image may be dozens of unhoused people in the city's International District sporting bright yellow "I [heart] Tim Keller" sweatshirts'a stunt that sparked accusations of political exploitation and triggered a formal ethics complaint from Keller's camp, which called the episode "cruel" and "unlawful," the Santa Fe New Mexican reports. The people who handed…...

3+ day, 11+ hour ago (616+ words) KOAT, The Albuquerque Journal, and News Radio KKOB hosted a debate between the two candidates vying for your vote in the runoff election to become Albuquerque's next mayor. Incumbent Mayor Tim Keller squared off against challenger Darren White to discuss key issues and their vision for the city ahead of the runoff election. In the election on November 4, no candidate reached 50% of the vote required to win the seat for mayor. In the runoff debate, the candidates each had one minute for opening and closing statements. Candidates also had one minute to answer each question. The moderator was the only person to grant a rebuttal. If a rebuttal was granted, the candidates had 30 seconds to answer. Interact with the video player above to watch the complete opening segment of the debate. The following sections can be viewed under the debate…...

4+ day, 6+ hour ago (863+ words) In this image taken from KOB-TV video, a man in Albuquerque's International District is seen wearing a yellow sweatshirt with "I [heart] Tim Keller" emblazoned on the front. Albuquerque voters will choose the city's next mayor in a runoff election Tuesday, marking the end of a race that has grown contentious in recent weeks as candidates tussle over the issues of crime and homelessness. Mayor Tim Keller is seeking a third term, while challenger Darren White, a former Bernalillo County sheriff, hopes to oust Keller and build a "tough-on-crime" administration. Races for two City Council seats " one each in Districts 1 and 3 " will also be settled during the runoff. One image has stood out to many as a highlight " or lowlight " of the race: scores of apparently unhoused people in Albuquerque's International District wearing yellow sweatshirts with "I [heart] Tim Keller…...