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Filled by impressive pueblo architecture and with the striking Sandia Mountains occupying the skyline, Albuquerque embodies the image of a Southwestern utopia. Its regional flavor is reflected in the quaint Old Town district, where distinctive local art and jewelry shops can be found alongside the expansive Albuquerque Museum of Art & History. New Mexican cuisine is one of the city's sources of pride; almost everything is served with a choice of the town's famous red or green chile. In October Albuquerque's premier event, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, sees crowds flocking to watch hundreds of brightly colored hot-air balloons rise up into the sky as exciting cultural heritage events take place on the open ground below.
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Valencia Co. considers cuts to fund overcrowded jail

KOB-TV New Mexico - Wed Nov 25

There is no relief in sight for the overcrowded Valencia County jail. Voters have shot down a tax extension, which would have been used to fund expansions at the facility.

Baby injured, mother arrested following accident

Las Cruces Sun-News - Mon Nov 23

A Valencia County woman has been arrested after her young child was seriously injured in a crash early Sunday.

Young child 'critical' after DWI crash

KRQE Albuquerque, New Mexico - Sun Nov 22

A 16-month-old girl is in critical condition, after deputies say her mom was drunk behind the wheel when she crashed their car.

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