Albuquerque Daily Local Headlines: Investigation, bill help, and a warm weekend
Albuquerque, NM – February 28, 2026 – A Bernalillo shooting is under investigation, PNM offers bill help, and near-record warmth fuels weekend events.
Here are the top local headlines to start Saturday.
1) Shooting death investigated near I-25 in Bernalillo
Bernalillo police are investigating a shooting death reported in the 300 block of Avenida Bernalillo. The victim was identified as Lawrence Castillo. Investigators said the case was in its early stages, with state police assisting at the scene, and authorities indicated it appears to be an isolated incident. The shooting was reported Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 25.
2) In-person help offered for overdue electric bills
Residents facing a past-due electric bill or a disconnect notice had a chance this week to get application help in person during a community career fair at the Goodwill Opportunity Center (5000 San Mateo Blvd. NE). Organizers said customers should bring a past-due bill or disconnect notice, proof of participation in LIHEAP or SNAP for the current year, and an ID matching the name on the account. Seniors who meet income guidelines may qualify even without a past-due balance.
3) Near-record warmth expected across the metro
The late-February warmup continues, with Albuquerque forecast to flirt with records. The weekend outlook called for Saturday highs near 76 degrees, with Sunday potentially reaching around 80 degrees, which would break the city’s standing record high for the date set in 1974. Even with mild mornings, the stretch is shaping up as a prime window for outdoor plans.
Worth a look this weekend
If you’re looking for something to do while the weather cooperates, the National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show is back in Albuquerque for a three-day run, and local performers are staging a dance retelling of The NeverEnding Story at the Hiland Theater Friday and Saturday night.
Sources
- https://www.koat.com/article/new-mexico-shooting-death-bernalillo/70524722
- https://www.koat.com/article/pnm-bill-assistance-community-event-albuquerque/70512465
- https://www.koat.com/article/new-mexico-record-weekend-heat-chances/70543891
- https://www.newmexicomagazine.org/blog/post/five-things-to-do-this-weekend-february-27-march-1/
- https://www.kob.com/new-mexico/preview-ndi-new-mexicos-the-neverending-story/
