Look back at the Albuquerque Journal best photos from the month of June 2025

Sarah Taylor, 50, of Rio Rancho, reacts during the "No Kings Day" rally at Mariposa Basin Park in Northwest Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Thousands gathered at the park and joined others across New Mexico as part of a nationwide day of protest in response to President Donald Trump's actions.

Sean Wells, 52, of Albuquerque, dressed as "Lady Liberty," participates in the "No Kings Day" rally at Mariposa Basin Park in Northwest Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Thousands gathered at the park and joined others across New Mexico as part of a nationwide day of protest in response to President Donald Trump's actions.

A protester, who wished to remain anonymous, joined the Albuquerque Against ICE march and protest in Downtown Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Albuquerque's Donald Sanchez takes a punch at David Mundell during BKFC 75 at Expo New Mexico's Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June 6, 2025. Sanchez lost the fight.

Derek Perez, of Belen, faces off with Rick Caruso during BKFC 75 at Expo New Mexico's Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June 6, 2025. Perez won the fight.

Fabio, 13, waves the flag of Mexico during the Albuquerque Against ICE protest in Downtown Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June 20, 2025.

A protester, who did not want to be identified, joined the Albuquerque Against ICE march and protest in Downtown Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June 20, 2025.

The ring is reflected inside a spectators glasses during BKFC 75 at Expo New Mexico's Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June, 6, 2025. Sanchez lost the fight.

Rebecca Frazzini closes her eyes during a moment of silence during Albuquerque's Pride Memorial Candlelight Vigil at Morningside Park on Thursday, June 5, 2025. This annual event takes place at the location of the first pride event in Albuquerque, honoring the tradition of remembering loved ones who have passed away.

Leo Porras holds a candle in memory of his mother, April Gonzales, during Albuquerque's Pride Memorial Candlelight Vigil at Morningside Park on Thursday, June 5, 2025. This annual event takes place at the site of Albuquerque's first Pride event and honors the tradition of remembering loved ones who have passed away.

Luz Crespin, 2, sucks her thumb after playing in the water with her family outside their home in Southeast Albuquerque, New Mexico, on June 11, 2025.

Transit Safety Officer Julio Carta patrols an ABQ Ride bus prior to its departure from the Alvarado Transportation Center in Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June 13, 2025.

Bonnie Coleman, 71, practices the shot put for the upcoming New Mexico Senior Olympics at Bullhead Park in Albuquerque, N.M., on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Despite being paralyzed from the knees down, Coleman competes in track and field, swimming, and softball in the senior Olympic games, which are hosted in Las Cruces.

Faith Tafoya, 9, bites into an apple while eating her lunch, provided by the City of Albuquerque's summer food service program for children, during Story Time in the Park at Phil Chacon Park in Albuquerque, N.M., on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

United forward Mukwelle Akale (11) breaks through Switchbacks midfielder Marco Micaletto (22) as defender Isaiah Foster (33) closes in during the New Mexico United's home game against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, June 7, 2025.

Derek Perez hits the punching bag as his wife, Brittany Horton, and nephew Rowdy Perez, 10, sit behind him during a meet-and-greet news conference at Jackson Wink MMA Academy in Albuquerque, N.M., on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in advance of Friday's BKFC bare-knuckle card at Tingley Coliseum.

Eleas Romero, 9, relaxes on his pool float before preparing to leave the Sierra Vista swimming pool, which was temporarily closed to swimming due to lightning in Northwest Albuquerque, N.M., on Thursday, June 12, 2025. This weekend, Albuquerque is forecasted to reach triple-digit temperatures, breaking several historic records, according to the National Weather Service.

Demetrius Maestas, 13, waits for the arrival of his great-grandfather, Donald Tobias, a 91-year-old Army and Korean War veteran, at the Albuquerque International Sunport on Friday, June 13, 2025. Dozens of people gathered to show their support for the veterans returning home from an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.

Protesters yell outside the Bernalillo County Public Safety Center next to the Albuquerque Police headquarters during the Albuquerque Against ICE protest in Downtown Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Siihasin Hope leads chants during a demonstration against Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Albuquerque in June 2025.

Duke Pigott, a volunteer with Cibola Search and Rescue and the Vice President of Albuquerque Mountain Search and Rescue, is seen wearing his climbing gear at the White Wash Trail Loop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. On May 23, Pigott successfully summited Mount Everest, becoming the first person to play a guitar at the top of the world.

Elijah Diaz, 9, cools off during the "The People's Juneteenth!" at Roosevelt Park in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Empress Shirley Tafari holds her Ethiopian Coptic cross during "The People's Juneteenth!" at Roosevelt Park in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Cameron Kitts, 7, and Callie Kitts, 9, practice chest compressions on a simulation mannequin in the simulation lab at Grand Canyon University's Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program learning site in Albuquerque, N.M., on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. The launch is a collaboration between Grand Canyon University and the Lovelace Health System.

Young fans react to the game and camera during New Mexico United's home game against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday, June 7, 2025.

Noah Chavez, 9, of Albuquerque cools off at the Civic Plaza Spray Pad in Albuquerque on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Mariachi Gran Victoria provide entertainment during a celebration Pride Month celebration at Civic Plaza in Albuquerque on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Volunteer Terry Mulcany works inside enters the firebox for locomotive ATSF 2962 at the New Mexico Steam Locomotive & Railroad Historical Society in Albuquerque on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

Brayden Benn, 12, left, delivers a pitch to August Peterson, 14, during a pick up baseball game with family and friends at Vista Del Norte Park in Albuquerque on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Albuquerque Fire Rescue respond to a fire in the Bosque on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

State Sen. Harold Pope Jr (D-Bernalillo), center, tours a film production training center at the Albuquerque Rail Yards on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

Garrett Shaffer and his wife Amy Shaffer wait in line to receive groceries at a Roadrunner Food Bankdistribution site at the International District Library in Albuquerque on Friday, June 27, 2025.

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Published July 9, 2025 - 3:17 p.m. Modified July 31, 2025 - 2:57 p.m.

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