ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Another Balloon Fiesta is in the books. In addition to the weather hiccups, there were notable changes for the 53rd edition of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Los ...

For nearly two decades, the Darth Vader hot air balloon has been one of the most recognizable and beloved attractions at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Now, the iconic “Star Wars” ...

I’m doing something a little different in today’s newsletter: Some of you may already know that I grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and this time of year, it’s absolutely magical. The skies come ...

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (KOAT) -- The Darth Vader balloon, a fan favorite at the Balloon Fiesta for nearly two decades, faces an uncertain future as its fabric deteriorates, prompting efforts to keep ...

BEING NEW BALLOONS TO ONE OF THE POPULAR SHAPES EVERY YEAR IS THAT DARTH VADER BALLOON. BUT THE FUTURE IS ACTUALLY UNCERTAIN, AS THAT BALLOON IS AT THE END OF ITS LIFESPAN. SO NOW THERE’S AN EFFORT TO ...

The Darth Vader Helmet is practically ancient in Lego years, but it remains one of the best-selling Star Wars sets at major retailers to this day. Just in the last month, Amazon says it has sold over ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There’s been a disturbance in the Force, as the Darth Vader hot air balloon could be flying in its last Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Latest Balloon Fiesta ...

[1] Special session at the Roundhouse begins with five proposed bills – The special session called by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham began Wednesday. Lawmakers got underway around noon and are set to ...

Jesse Wigutow, writer of the upcoming Tron: Ares, has discussed how Disney set about creating a sequel to its other long-running sci-fi franchise — without being able to rely on characters that are ...

There’s nothing quite like the atmosphere at the Balloon Fiesta, but for Benoit Lambert, a pilot out of Belgium, this year could mark the end of an era. “This year, he’s 19 years old,” said Lambert.