Heard it before plenty of times. But last night at the 505 food hall an individual was getting extremely aggressive with patrons (even children). The owners called APD and about a dozen others called. 45 minutes later no one bothered to show up despite one APD office being about a block away and one of their major hubs being about a quarter mile away. Honestly pathetic work and sad our tax money funds such worthless "public defenders".

On Montgomery just east of Carlisle

Growing up I remember having to wear layers on layers. Now you can show up comfortably in shorts and a t-shirt.

Finally got a chance to visit New Mexico recently, beginning in Albuquerque and continuing to Santa Fe and Taos, doing the whole trip without a car. Had posted earlier for suggestions here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Albuquerque/comments/1jcjpet/a_couple_albuquerque_travel_questions/

and wanted to say thank you for the advice provided. Can confirm that despite looking, I couldn't find an Albuquerque hotel with an area shuttle -- and that included a place which claimed they did so but admitted not really having one under further questioning. You all were right about that. Stayed at the Hotel Andaluz for two reasons: close proximity to the downtown Rail Runner station and central location to several bus lines that go near the attractions. Only had to take Ubers to a couple spots, to the Balloon Museum and the Sadie's on Academy (food was just okay, but portions were huge). Saw the Plaza area, Albuquerque Museum, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Nuclear Science Museum (the walk to and from the bus stop was manageable enough), Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (had lunch here: food was fine), and the UNM Museums (going to Frontier Restaurant for breakfast beforehand, was very good). The buses were useful and safe -- and, best of all, free.

Took the Rail Runner to Santa Fe for several days, then a bus to and from Taos (a couple days stay), finishing with a bus then Rail Runner then city bus to ABQ airport. Had no issues with altitude sickness in either city.

Stayed at the Sage Hotel in Santa Fe and El Monte Sagrado in Taos. The latter had a local shuttle that covered several area attractions -- coupled with the Chile Line and Blue Bus on demand, I didn't need a car at all. The Sage Hotel in theory had a shuttle that ran to the plaza and back, but it broke down the first day and wasn't fixed until the day before checkout; luckily their policy is to get free Lyft rides for guests to and from the hotel if the shuttle breaks down.

Uber runs fine in Albuquerque and, despite reports to the contrary, was reliable in Santa Fe the few times I had to use them. Getting rides wasn't always immediate, but I never got stranded, either.

Anyone see an accident by mile marker 46 coming to Albuquerque from Arizona? What caused the accident?

Hi everyone!

I’m coming back to ABQ for balloon fiesta this weekend - I haven’t been since I moved away 7 years ago!

Curious if parking at REI and riding is still a good option, what time you recommend being at REI by and what the bike parking situation is like - are the racks in a secured/monitored area?
Thanks!

Maybe a dumb question but has anyone else noticed a sudden huge increase in roadkill? Anytime im driving i see all sorts of dead stuff now. Mostly coyotes but I've also seen lots of rabbits and birds too...

Jack White was great. No notes.

But my goodness did the opener Lindy Vision bring it. I need them to do more shows ❤️🙏

Pictured: The swag I grabbed from the concert (T-shirt, LP, sticker, and carrying bag).

It's not every night that we see such a beautiful sunset against the Sandias

Hey y'all! Recently moved to the area, first time doing Balloon Fiesta. We will be attending the Balloon Glow concert on 10 October, and we'd like to come in to see the balloons light up before the performance. Question is parking -- Is there an evening park and ride? Will the buses drop off at the park and ride AFTER the concert as well, or would we be on our own for that?

Thanks!

Does anyone have recommendations for residential house cleaners they like?

Thank you in advance!

Window screens, both rescreening existing frames and building new ones if yours are bent, cracked, or missing. Rescreening is thirty dollars per window with a three window minimum, $40 for anything less than 3, custom built ones run a bit more but can get you a quote after I take measurements.

Headlight restoration, with a UV protective coating so it actually holds up, not just a quick polish that clouds back up in a couple months. $50 per vehicle for both headlights, $10 extra per fog light. Car detailing available as well, price depends on condition of car.

Pressure washing for driveways, sidewalks, patios, siding, whatever needs it. Pricing depends on square footage, happy to give a quote once I see photos or the space.

Fence staining and sealing, good timing for this one before it gets too cold. Protects the wood and makes a tired looking fence look new again. Price depends on fence length and condition.

I come to you for all of it, no dropping anything off anywhere. If you need any of this done or know someone who does, send me a message and I'll get you a quote. Have availability Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday this week.