North Valley mosque proposal moves forward after Bernalillo County officials deny appeal draws 300+ to Bernalillo County hearing amid support and Islamophobic comments

More than 300 people packed Alvarado Square Wednesday as planning commissioners heard an appeal seeking to block a new Albuquerque Islamic Center mosque proposed for 9600 2nd Street NW in the North Valley. Supporters and opponents clashed over zoning, traffic concerns, and religious tolerance.