🌱 3 Homicides Over 12 Hours + 911 Operators/Dispatchers Wanted

Welcome back, Albuquerque! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in Albuquerque.

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First, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 57 Low: 30.

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Here are the top three stories in Albuquerque today:

1. Albuquerque police are currently investigating three homicides over just a 12 hour period. The first one took place in SW Albuquerque on Rainwater Rd. Wednesday evening; the second around the same time at Alburqurque Inn; and the third early Thursday near San Pedro Drive. No suspects have been named yet and the names of the victims have not been released. (KOAT New Mexico)
2. The City of Albuquerque is seeking to hire 911 operators and dispatchers. As of now, Albuquerque is short 12 dispatchers and seven operators. The Albuquerque Police Department has increased the pay by $2 for each position to fill these positions. (KRQE News 13)
3. All Albuquerque Public Schools canceled Thursday classes due to a cyberattack. The district announce schools will remain closed today, Friday, Jan. 13, citing safety concerns. The cyberattack caused teachers to lose access to the student information system. (KRQE News 13)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• TVD Weekly Meeting - Encuentro (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• See the Albuquerque Animal Welfare celebrating National Sticker Day yesterday. (Facebook)
• Still looking for some (obtainable) New Year's goals? Check out a few suggestions from the City of Albuquerque! (Instagram)
• Join the Balloon Museum's next STEAM Night at 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 22 for an all-out celebration of Elevation Station. (Instagram)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Erica Zenn

About me: Erica Zenn is a Masters Student in Applied Psychology at the University of Southern California who originally hails from Chapel Hill, NC. With a bachelors degree from Cornell University, Erica is an expert verbal and written communicator who brings extensive experience in employee engagement and customer experience of companies. Erica is passionate about community building, and loves using her writing and communication skills to bring people together.