🌱 APD Preparing For More DWIs + Retired APS Teacher Recognized

Happy Wednesday, Albuquerque! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today.

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First, today's weather:

Windy in the afternoon. High: 61 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories today in Albuquerque:

1. Recreational cannabis use will become legal in New Mexico on Apr.1, and police are preparing for more DWIs. The Albuquerque Police Department has said they plan to have extra checkpoints in place on Friday, Apr. 1. (KOAT New Mexico)
2. Retired La Cueva High School teacher, Betty Kaniho, has been recognized for making students' birthdays special over the course of her career. Kahino was awarded $400 from Pay It 4ward for her "birthday project," which has brought birthday celebrations to Albuquerque students who didn't get them. "She has worked endlessly to fulfill birthday dreams for kids that never get to celebrate a birthday because they are Title One students or homeless," said Susan Strom, who nominated Kahino for the award. (KOB)
3. An APD officer reportedly fired shots while chasing a suspect in a homicide that occurred near I-25 and Candelaria. No one was injured during the pursuit, said officials. The suspect is now in police custody. (KOAT New Mexico)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Fundaxi Business Mixer At Revel Entertainment Center (8:00 AM)
• Kaki King At Chatter (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Santa Fe Police Department is working hard to keep the community safe. Operation Shopping Cart has been successful in apprehending several prolific shoplifters. (Facebook)
• The City of Santa Fe is inviting the public to an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, Apr. 9. The event will take place at Ragle Park at 10:00 a.m. sharp. (Facebook)
• Learn more about the history of New Mexico at Casa San Ysidro. Visit on Apr. 9 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for Santeros of the Classic Period in New Mexico: 1795-1845. (Instagram)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.