For the second time in two days, SWAT has been called out to help apprehend a suspect who has barricaded themself. Just after midnight Monday, Albuquerque Police Department officers responded to a report of a domestic dispute near Rhode Island Street NE and Claremont Avenue NE. Officers attempted to apprehend a suspect who was wanted for domestic violence charges. The suspect then barricaded themself inside their residence, refusing to cooperate with officers. The APD Tactical Unit, including SWAT and Crisis Negotiating Team, have been called in to aid in arresting the suspect. At 9 a.m. Monday, APD announced the standoff…
Author: Tracy Goldizen
Tracy Goldizen
Tracy Goldizen is the editor of the Neighborhood Journal. She has more than 15 years of experience in journalism, including writing and photography as well as serving as the editor of several magazine publications before joining the NJ staff. Her work has won several awards in Iowa. Contact her at tgoldizen@neighborhoodjournal.com.
The Neighborhood Journal received the award for Best Website Saturday night at the New Mexico Press Association Champions of the People banquet in Santa Fe.As a digital-only publication, the website that launched this year was competing in the Dailies Class I division, placing it in direct competition with the biggest newspapers in the state.The award took many by surprise, including presenter and NMPA Board First Vice President Nick Seibel. “What is this? I want to know what that is,” he said as the award was presented to Editor Tracy Goldizen. He was encouraged to visit the site from Neighborhood Journal…
Yards in northwest Albuquerque get into the spirit of Halloween season. If you find a spooky scene, elaborate jack-o-lantern or creative costume, share it with us below! Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
Sobriety checkpoints will be up throughout Bernalillo County for the month of November. Deputies from the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting DWI-directed patrols in addition to checkpoints to look for people driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs in an effort to reduce the number of impaired driving-related crashes and fatalities. The department also encourages citizens to report suspected impaired drivers by calling 911 and to not drive if consuming alcohol. It also encourages the use of ride share services to avoid driving and driving.
The Albuquerque Police Department isn’t the only city entity giving Halloween safety advice. Albuquerque Fire Rescue has its own tips when it comes to spooky celebrations. While many people think of scares and thrills this time of year, it can also be dangerous. Popular Halloween decorations and costumes can come with a fire hazard. According to a release from AFR, from 2011-15, fire departments in the United States responded to an estimated average of 840 home fires annually the began with decorations. These fires caused an average of two deaths, 36 injuries and $11.4 million in property damage per year.…
The Albuquerque Street Maintenance Department recently conducted a dry run of all operations and procedures planned for inclement winter weather. When inclement winter weather does occur, the division dispatches as many as 39 two-man crews to plow, salt and cinder Albuquerque’s roadways. The dry run provides the opportunity to ensure all systems are functioning properly ahead of any winter weather. “Inclement winter weather always presents a unique set of challenges for the Street Maintenance Division,” said Patrick Montoya, director of the Department of Municipal Development. “It’s essential that we continue our preparation and preparedness throughout the year so that when…
It’s a good time to be in the doghouse. The Animal Welfare Department is hosting a doghouse drive as temperatures cool in Albuquerque. The department is accepting new or gently used medium and large doghouses to replenish the supply for animal protection officers as part of the community dog house program. The houses bring relief to pet owners who need assistance during winter months. Those interested in supporting the Dog House Drive can do so in the following ways: Drop off a doghouse at the Animal Welfare Department Westside shelter at 11800 Sunset Gardens Road SW or Eastside shelter on…
Kroger and Albertson’s announced a $24.6 million merger Friday. The price includes Kroger acquiring all outstanding shares of Albertson’s Companies, Inc., including the assumption of $4.7 billion of Albertsons Cos. Debt. The agreement has been unanimously approved by the board of directors of each company. In the announcement, Kroger says it “plans to invest in lowering prices for customers and expects to reinvest approximately half a billion dollars of cost savings … to reduce prices for customers.” It also said $1.3 billion will be invested into Albertson’s stores to “enhance the customer experience.” The combined company also expects to invest…
It was still dark when students of Dennis Chavez Elementary, along with their parents, siblings and teachers, took to the grass field on the school’s north side to take part in the annual Albuquerque Aloft fundraiser. Every year, for the past 17 years, on the Friday morning before Balloon Fiesta kickoff, nearly 200 registered balloon pilots tether or launch their hot air balloons (depending on weather and schedule) from public schools in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Put on by the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, in partnership with APS and RRPS, as well as KKOB AM Radio (which helps coordinate the…
Sobriety checkpoints will be up throughout Bernalillo County for the month of October. Deputies from the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting DWI-directed patrols in addition to checkpoints to look for people driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs in an effort to reduce the number of impaired driving-related crashes and fatalities. The department also encourages citizens to report suspected impaired drivers by calling 911 and to not drive if consuming alcohol. It also encourages the use of ride share services to avoid driving and driving.