152 Articles in Albuquerque News
Source New Mexico

by: Danielle Prokop

State officials not planning to test wastewater in New Mexico for avian flu

Experts around the country have called on federal officials to use wastewater testing for the avian influenza strain H5N1, which has broken out in more than 33 dairies across eight states, including New Mexico. While there are only two documented cases of viral crossover to humans documented in the U.S.

Published: May 16, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Patrick Lohmann

As Gallup hospital tries to mend financial wounds, it faces a $68 million judgment

State lawmakers seeking to help rural hospitals stay afloat heard a cautionary tale Wednesday of a Gallup hospital that is millions of dollars in debt, unable to pay its employees, and staring down a massive malpractice judgment. Bill Patten, interim CEO of Rehoboth-McKinley Christian Hospital, told members of the Legislative

Published: May 16, 2024 12:00AM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Jordan Honeycutt

Amazon volunteers build beds for Westside Emergency Housing Center

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Westside Emergency Housing Center in Albuquerque received help assembling new beds. 26 volunteers from Amazon’s distribution warehouse built 60 beds as part of phase one of the center’s renovation plan. The housing center has already started those renovations. Debt-buying company coming to Albuquerque, promising 200

Published: May 16, 2024 12:26AM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Jessica Salinas

City of Albuquerque urges caution for those using the Rio Grande for recreation

Story continues below Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearance Podcast: Behind the story: Albuquerque grandma shoots intruder Film: ‘Breaking Bad’ creator Vince Gilligan returns to Albuquerque to film new series New Mexico Frontiers: New Mexico filmmaker tells the stories of war-torn Ukraine ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – With temperatures rising

Published: May 16, 2024 05:36AM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Marilyn Upchurch

VIDEO: Police pursue man accused of stealing Taos County Sheriff’s Office unit

TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – Police footage shows a dangerous police chase through Northern New Mexico where an officer had to use his own vehicle to stop a Georgia man accused of stealing a truck from a sheriff’s office. Story continues below Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearance Podcast: Behind

Published: May 16, 2024 05:39AM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Rozanna M. Martinez / Journal Staff Writer

Wetzel’s Pretzels opens first NM location

Wetzel’s Pretzels has made its way to New Mexico. Read moreWetzel’s Pretzels opens first NM location

Published: May 16, 2024 05:30AM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

Clovis kidnapping and double murder suspect carjacked Uber driver at gunpoint

LUBBOCK, Texas — A federal complaint obtained by EverythingLubbock.com on Wednesday revealed three witnesses saw the vehicle that 26-year-old Alek Collins drove to a Clovis park when he was accused of kidnapping a baby, killing two women and injuring a child in a shooting. Police responded to Ned Houk Park

Published: May 16, 2024 05:36AM

NMAA issues VVHS baseball strike after Monday night incident

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was shocking video of a heated exchange at a high school state championship baseball game. Now, the New Mexico Activities Association has ruled against the Volcano Vista Hawks for the incident. Story continues below Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearance Podcast: Behind the story:

Published: May 16, 2024 05:40AM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Jordan Honeycutt, Jessica Garate

New Mexico AG sues Second Judicial Court over refusal to release GPS monitoring records

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed a lawsuit on Wednesday against the Second Judicial District Court after the court refused to release public records to KRQE News 13. Investigative Reporter Larry Barker initially submitted a request to the Second Judicial District Court for GPS data

Published: May 16, 2024 12:26AM

SWAT standoff in southwest Albuquerque ends with suspect arrested

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — An hours-long SWAT standoff in southwest Albuquerque ended with someone being taken into custody.Police say they were trying to arrest a wanted suspect Wednesday night near Powers Way Road and Seco Avenue. The Albuquerque Police Department then activated SWAT to take the suspect into custody. Advertisement Around

Published: May 16, 2024 05:50AM

Meow Wolf announces more details about Los Angeles venue

Meow Wolf has announced more details regarding its Los Angeles-based exhibition. On Tuesday, the company announced that its latest exhibition will be located in a portion of what is currently the Cinemark complex at Howard Hughes L.A. The rest of the multiplex is expected to remain open to moviegoers, a

Published: May 16, 2024 12:06PM

Source New Mexico

by: Robert Zullo

New federal rule will overhaul transmission planning as electric grid strains

A divided Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Monday issued a long-awaited overhaul of how regional electric transmission lines are planned and paid for, a move cheered by clean power groups but blasted by a conservative commissioner who said it was driven by “special interests” and exceeds the commission’s authority. The

Published: May 16, 2024 12:00AM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Jordan Honeycutt

Comcast invests $150M to expand broadband service into Rio Rancho

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Rio Rancho city leaders gathered around the ceremonial scissors on Wednesday to celebrate Comcast and the company’s $150 million dollar investment to expand broadband services into the city. Officials break ground on pipeline to bring fresh water to To’hajiilee Mayor Greggory Hull says while it

Published: May 15, 2024 08:01PM

Lawsuit claims CYFD did not do enough to protect special needs teen who died

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was 2022 when Dora Espinoza arrived at the University of New Mexico Hospital with her 16-year-old daughter with special needs. At that point, the teen was already dead. Story continues below Larry Barker Investigation: The $32 million disappearance Podcast: Behind the story: Albuquerque grandma shoots

Published: May 15, 2024 10:06PM

KOAT Action News

by: Faith Egbuonu

Albuquerque police arrest suspected shooter tied to chief's crash

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Video above: According to the Albuquerque Police Department, 50-year-old Michael Scott Mountjoy was arrested in northeast Albuquerque on Wednesday, March 15. APD believes Mountjoy is the suspected shooter tied to chief Harold Medina's crash on Saturday, February 17, 2024. MORE: Investigation into crash involving Albuquerque police chief

Published: May 15, 2024 06:40PM

Albuquerque Sign Language Academy getting ready to break ground on facility

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s a multi-million dollar facility meant to keep New Mexico at the forefront of education for deaf and hard of hearing students. Soon, an empty lot just north of Osuna and Edith will turn into a new, 60,000-thousand-square-foot facility for the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy. “There’s

Published: May 15, 2024 10:17PM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Jordan Honeycutt

Prosecutors ask judge to reconsider release of Albuquerque shooting suspect

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office told KRQE News 13 that they have filed a motion asking a judge to reconsider the release of the suspect in a graduation shooting. Cristian Bencomo is accused of shooting his stepmother in the neck at the Albuquerque Convention Center

Published: May 15, 2024 08:45PM

City Desk

by: Carolyn Carlson

Budget committee meets one last time to tackle the mayor’s big buck budget

Councilors will take out their red pens

Published: May 15, 2024 09:48PM

City Desk

by: Source NM

Gaza Solidarity Encampment defies UNM’s ultimatum for 12 hours before State Police arrive

Deadline to ‘voluntarily dismantle’ camp passes without police raid; NMSP force people away from encampment Wednesday morning

Published: May 15, 2024 07:01PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 09:37PM

Full speed ahead for the new electric shuttle at the ABQ BioPark

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s been a long time coming after plans for an ABQ BioPark shuttle got derailed for several years due to mechanical issues. News 13 got a roundtrip look at the park’s latest addition: their new electric shuttle. It’s full speed ahead for the ABQ BioPark‘s newest

Published: May 15, 2024 06:00PM

Former Lobo player, Sandia coach named Albuquerque Academy head coach

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Academy has named its newest head boys basketball coach. It is a familiar face to the local basketball community, as former Lobo player and Sandia High head coach, Alvin Broussard, is now set to lead the Chargers. St. Michael’s names new boys basketball coach “I

Published: May 15, 2024 07:24PM

City Desk

by: Associated Press

Texas man accused of killing New Mexico women and kidnapping an infant faces federal charge

Motive for shootings and kidnapping remain unclear

Published: May 15, 2024 10:59PM

Suspicious death investigation in Santa Fe

SANTA FE, N.M. — Police are investigating after a person was found dead in Santa Fe.A dead woman was found near the 2000 block of Calle Lorca Wednesday morning. Advertisement Police said she appeared to be exposed for some time before officers found her. Officers responded to the area just

Published: May 15, 2024 06:45PM

KOAT Action News

by: Julian Paras

Seven more people arrested at UNM for protesting Israel-Hamas war

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — While protests continue to take place at universities across the country, educators are coming to the defense of their students."Our students who are paying the price right now with their encampments in front of the universities are our heroes," Sandra Akkad said. Advertisement Many educators and advocates

Published: May 15, 2024 06:03PM

Doña Ana County Sheriff Kim Stewart faces 5th civil lawsuit

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A fifth civil lawsuit has been filed against Doña Ana County Sheriff Kim Stewart and is alleging violations of the Whistleblower Protection Act, according to court documents obtained by KTSM. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday, April 30 and lists Obed Marte, and Perri Marte

Published: May 15, 2024 07:51PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Alaina Mencinger / Journal Staff Writer

Turning the tap in To’hajiilee: Long-awaited water pipeline construction underway to bring clean water

The water fountains at To’hajiilee Community School aren’t usable. In the school’s kitchen, water is boiled before being used. Read moreTurning the tap in To’hajiilee: Long-awaited water pipeline construction underway to bring clean water

Published: May 15, 2024 05:36PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:13PM

Two structure fire responses in Meadow Lake

MEADOW LAKE, N.M. — Fire crews are responding to two structure fires in Valencia County.Crews with the Valencia County Fire Department are responding to an active fire in the area of High Mesa Road. The announcement of the fire response was made at 3:27 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15. Advertisement

Published: May 15, 2024 07:00PM

Lobo golf clinches spot in NCAA championship

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lobo men’s golf team is NCAA championship-bound. UNM clinched its spot on Wednesday with a fifth-place finish in the West Lafayette Regional. Georgia Tech forward transfers to UNM During the three-round event, the Lobos finished two-under par as a team. Bastien Amat led the Lobos

Published: May 15, 2024 07:26PM

City Desk

by: Guest commentary

Keep Albuquerque Immigrant-Friendly

The following is a Letter to the Editor submitted to City Desk ABQ by members of the Albuquerque City Council

Published: May 15, 2024 06:40PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 09:29PM

City Desk

by: Damon Scott

200 seniors, 90 veterans housed at Westside shelter — some for years

‘We are failing every single person who needs that place.’

Published: May 15, 2024 08:40PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 09:28PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Cathy Cook / Journal Staff Writer

Bernalillo County Sheriff's deputies will get another pay raise

Already some of the highest-paid law enforcement officers in the state, Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office deputies will get a 10% base pay increase after county … Read moreBernalillo County Sheriff's deputies will get another pay raise

Published: May 15, 2024 06:00PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:12PM

City Desk

by: Carolyn Carlson

Commissioners spend big bucks to acquire property in the International District

Green space and more affordable housing planned

Published: May 15, 2024 09:59PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:18PM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Jordan Honeycutt

Archbishop of Santa Fe calls for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas War

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A group led by the Archbishop of Santa Fe has requested an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas War. A coalition of faith-based members of the community represented by Archbishop John Wester of the Santa Fe Diocese called for in-depth documentation of possible Israeli war crimes regarding

Published: May 15, 2024 10:13PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Ellen Marks / For the Journal

One-on-One with Dezaree Vega-Garcia

First, Dezaree Vega-Garcia wanted to be a forensic pathologist — like Agent Dana Scully on The X-Files — “but it would have taken me to too many dark places.” Read moreOne-on-One with Dezaree Vega-Garcia

Published: May 15, 2024 05:17PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Elizabeth Tucker / Journal Staff Writer

3 top-rated places to retire around Albuquerque

If you are new to Albuquerque and want to get to know the neighborhoods, Niche has ratings of residential areas around the city.

Published: May 15, 2024 04:41PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 04:50PM

KOAT Action News

by: Sasha Lenninger

Police dogs competing for a good cause

RIO RANCHO, N.M. — The Special Olympics of New Mexico serves thousands of athletes every year, and this weekend, the organization is teaming up with law enforcement for a special event.The Rio Rancho Police Department is hosting its first-ever K-9 competition. Handlers and their police dogs from across New Mexico

Published: May 15, 2024 04:47PM

KOAT Action News

by: Breana Albizu

'Sweets are my thing': Asian-owned chocolate business a hit with locals and celebrities

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — For chocolate lovers, there's nothing like a truffle."A truffle is actually just a thing of goodness," David Le said. Advertisement And Le would know. He's the CEO of Cocopotamus Chocolates. He also owns one of the biggest sweet tooths. "My love for sweets has always been there.

Published: May 15, 2024 05:40PM

New plan to protect wilderness around Taos Gorge could impact balloon flights

TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – The feds are considering a new plan to protect wilderness around the Taos Gorge but that proposal is also raising red flags in the ballooning community as some think the plan might get cut out of crucial access. “The hot air balloon flight in this area

Published: May 15, 2024 04:19PM

Throw out COVID-19 tests made by Cue Health, FDA warns

SAN DIEGO (KSWB/KUSI) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning people not to use COVID-19 tests that were manufactured by a California-based health care company. Cue Health, headquartered in San Diego, received emergency use FDA authorization for two COVID-19 tests early in the pandemic to help people detect

Published: May 15, 2024 04:53PM

Bernalillo County fire crews respond to two Bosque fires

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A pair of fires in the Rio Grande Bosque near Rio Bravo have been contained.Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT Action 7 News Advertisement Bernalillo County Fire Rescue responded to the fires around 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 15. The fires were both declared contained with no further

Published: May 15, 2024 04:16PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Colleen Heild / Journal Investigative Reporter

NM attorney general sues district court over pretrial release records

State Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed suit on Wednesday contending the administrator of the state District Court in Albuquerque is improperly denying access to… Read moreNM attorney general sues district court over pretrial release records

Published: May 15, 2024 05:14PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:28PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

Albuquerque man killed in officer-involved shooting in Roswell

A 33-year-old man from Albuquerque was killed during a shooting in Roswell involving three police officers early Wednesday morning. Read moreAlbuquerque man killed in officer-involved shooting in Roswell

Published: May 15, 2024 05:16PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:11PM

KOAT Action News

by: Breana Albizu

For the love of boba: Bing Tea draws in plenty of fans

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — When it comes to boba tea, there's just no denying it. The trend is bubbling,The devotion is so big that Albuquerque residents David and Hieu Le wanted to contribute in their own way. Advertisement That's why they opened up Bing Tea, the first boba tea truck known

Published: May 15, 2024 04:12PM

KRQE Local Reporting you can Trust

by: by: Jake Holter, Sarah Doiron

‘Unbelievable’: Man pulls teens from burning car outside his Rhode Island home

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — A Rhode Island man said he couldn’t believe his eyes when he opened the door and saw two severely damaged cars in front of his house Monday night. “We heard a couple of bangs and some popping sounds, then the lights went out,” Peter Rocha

Published: May 15, 2024 04:57PM

St. Michael’s names new boys basketball coach

SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new era of Horsemen basketball is set to begin. St. Michael’s announced the hiring of former Clayton coach Dakota Montoya on Wednesday. Lobo golf clinches spot in NCAA championship “We are delighted to welcome Coach Dakota Montoya to the St. Michael’s family,” said Joshua

Published: May 15, 2024 05:13PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

Archbishop speaks out on Israel-Hamas war -- and he has company

A group led by Archbishop of Santa Fe John Wester requested a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war Wednesday afternoon. Read moreArchbishop speaks out on Israel-Hamas war -- and he has company

Published: May 15, 2024 04:50PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:28PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: John Leacock / Journal Staff Writer

Four-day workweek movement growing, but is it realistic?

Work four days and have a three-day weekend every week? When do we start?

Published: May 15, 2024 03:45PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

KOAT Action News

by: Genevieve Glass

Man who went missing in the Rio Grande found safe

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A man who went missing in the Rio Grande in southwest Albuquerque has been found safe.A spokesperson with Bernalillo County Fire Rescue says a group of people got separated and flipped their kayaks and canoes Tuesday evening in the Rio Grande near Rio Bravo Boulevard. Advertisement The

Published: May 15, 2024 10:23AM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: BELA SZANDELSZKY and KAREL JANICEK - Associated Press

Slovakia's populist prime minister shot in assassination attempt, shocking Europe before elections

Slovakia’s populist prime minister, Robert Fico, was shot multiple times and gravely wounded after a political event in an attempted assassination that shocked the small country and reverberated across Europe. Doctors were still fighting for …

Published: May 15, 2024 02:18PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:00PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: MARK THIESSEN - Associated Press

Cancer claims Iditarod champion Rick Mackey. His father and brother also won famed Alaska race

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Rick Mackey, the winner of the 1983 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, has died of lung cancer, his daughter told The Associated Press Wednesday. Mackey, who died Monday, was 71.

Published: May 15, 2024 02:42PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:28PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Journal Staff Report

Edward Velarde, 1947-2024: Jicarilla Apache Nation president called champion of cultural preservation and progress

Edward Velarde, president of the Jicarilla Apache Nation since 2019, is remembered by the tribe as a man who spearheaded key initiatives aimed at improving the lives of his people.

Published: May 15, 2024 11:59AM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:11PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

7 arrested as police take down UNM Duck Pond encampment

The pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of New Mexico Duck Pond has been taken down after being in place for about three weeks, and seven people were arrested for criminal trespass and wrongful use of public property.

Published: May 15, 2024 02:26PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:28PM

KOAT Action News

by: John Cardinale

Bernalillo County Sheriff and DA concerned about youth detention center

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman and Sheriff John Allen have been frustrated for months with the Bernalillo County Juvenile Detention Center. They claim several dangerous kids who should have been processed into the facility were just returned home. Advertisement The frustration prompted them to send a

Published: May 15, 2024 03:03PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

7 arrested as police take down UNM Duck Pond encampment

The pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of New Mexico Duck Pond has been taken down after being in place for about three weeks, and seven people were arrested for criminal trespass and wrongful use of public property.

Published: May 15, 2024 02:26PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:28PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Ryan Boetel / Journal Business Editor

Virginia company to open Albuquerque office

A Virginia-based consumer debt agency is moving part of its operations to Albuquerque, marking the company's first expansion to another state.

Published: May 15, 2024 03:00PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 03:07PM

Movie armorer appeals conviction in fatal shooting of cinematographer by Alec Baldwin

A movie weapons armorer is appealing her conviction for involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer by Alec Baldwin on the set of the Western film “Rust,” according to court documents released Tuesday.A defense attorney filed the shortly worded appeal notice as Hannah Gutierrez-Reed serves an 18-month sentence

Published: May 15, 2024 01:18PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Matthew Reisen / Journal Staff Writer

Man charged in shooting that preceded Albuquerque police chief's crash

A man has been charged with firing a single gunshot during a fight along East Central, spurring the Albuquerque police chief to run a red light and crash into another driver.

Published: May 15, 2024 02:46PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:11PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Matthew Reisen / Journal Staff Writer

Man charged in shooting that preceded Albuquerque police chief's crash

A man has been charged with firing a single gunshot during a fight along East Central, spurring the Albuquerque police chief to run a red light and crash into another driver.

Published: May 15, 2024 02:46PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 10:11PM

KOAT Action News

by: Faith Egbuonu

15 guns found at Albuquerque Public Schools this school year

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Video above: According to Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen and District Attorney Sam Bregman, a West Mesa High student was arrested on Monday, May 13, for bringing a gun onto school grounds while under the influence of alcohol. Charges (West Mesa Student) Advertisement Unlawful carrying of a

Published: May 15, 2024 01:19PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Ryan Boetel / Journal Business Editor

Tech Outlook with Brian Rashap, CNM Ingenuity

The guest on episode 12 of the Tech Outlook podcast is Brian Rashap, who is an Internet of Things and Quantum educator for CNM Ingenuity.

Published: May 15, 2024 09:30AM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: John Leacock / Journal Staff Writer

Cannabis certificate can pave the way to a career

Looking for a career change? New Mexico’s cannabis industry is still hot and still growing and earning a certification through an online program at the University of New Mexico can supercharge your entry into the business.

Published: May 15, 2024 09:45AM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

The Paper

by: The Paper staff

Weak in Review: May 15

Posted inNews Weak in Review: May 15 by The Paper staff May 15, 2024May 13, 2024 Rio Rancho named one of the best places to live in the US Pros: Low cost of living and affordable housing Cons: You have to live in Rio Rancho Early voting for June’s primary

Published: May 15, 2024 12:03AM

Updated: May 13, 2024 02:21PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Microplastics detected in human and canine testicular tissue: Study

Researchers from the University of New Mexico have discovered significant concentrations of microplastics in the testicular tissue of both humans and dogs, raising concerns about potential impacts on reproductive health. The findings were published in a recent paper in the journal Toxicological Sciences by a team led by Xiaozhong “John”

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

New Mexico Health Department urges Hepatitis C testing amidst awareness month

The New Mexico Department of Health (NM Health) has designated May as Hepatitis C Awareness Month and May 19 as Hepatitis Testing Day, urging all adults in the state to get tested and be aware of their status.

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Austin Fisher

Thousands in New Mexico could benefit from free Hepatitis C testing

State health officials are encouraging all New Mexico adults to get free diagnostic testing for Hepatitis C in order to prevent it from spreading. Federal guidelines under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends Hepatitis C (HCV) testing at least once in a lifetime for everyone aged 18 or

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Zachary Roth

With GOP opposed, U.S. Senate panel advances bills to combat AI in elections

Members of the U.S. Senate are sounding the alarm about the threat that artificial intelligence poses to elections through its ability to deceive voters. But the prospects for legislation that can meaningfully address the problem appear uncertain. In a Wednesday hearing, the Senate Rules Committee advanced three bills designed to

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Danielle Prokop

No new NM dairy cow avian flu cases confirmed in weeks

Despite surrounding states recording additional herds infected with avian flu in recent weeks, there’s been no change in the number reported in New Mexico. New Mexico is still counting eight herds with confirmed positives of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, all in Curry County, and no presumptive positive cases, state agriculture

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Jennifer Shutt

New list rates the most bipartisan members of Congress—and the least

WASHINGTON — Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins and Pennsylvania Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick were the most bipartisan members of Congress last year, according to a newly released analysis from the Lugar Center and the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University. The least bipartisan House lawmaker was Ohio Republican

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Zachary Roth

Legal fights leave question marks over ballot access in presidential battleground states

In Wisconsin, voters don’t yet know whether the ballot drop boxes that were in use in the state for years will be allowed this fall. Georgians are waiting to find out whether much of their state’s sweeping 2021 voting law, which imposed a range of restrictions, will be in place.

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Santa Fe County promotes Defensible Space Program ahead of peak fire season

As the peak fire season approaches, the Santa Fe County Fire Department is urging residents to participate in the County’s Defensible Space Program. This initiative, aimed at those living within the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) areas, is designed to protect homes and structures during a wildland fire. The concept of

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Austin Fisher

Gaza Solidarity Encampment defies UNM’s ultimatum for 12 hours before State Police arrive

Twelve hours after the deadline to either pack up and leave or face more police raids, the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at the University of New Mexico stayed in place. By 7 a.m. on Wednesday morning New Mexico State Police and UNM Police moved the group from the encampment, taking several

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Ariana Figueroa

CNN sets first Biden-Trump presidential debate for June 27 in Atlanta

WASHINGTON — CNN announced on Wednesday morning that it will host a debate between President Joe Biden and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump at the network’s Atlanta studios on June 27. CNN said there would be no audience present for the debate and moderators will be announced later. A

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Ashley Murray

GOP politicians rush to Manhattan to line up behind Trump as hush money trial continues

WASHINGTON — Republican lawmakers are taking turns supporting former president and presumed 2024 GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump in his trial in Manhattan criminal court, where he is charged with covering up payments intended to silence porn star Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 election. Dressed alike in navy blue

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

Source New Mexico

by: Patrick Lohmann

Records show fundraising flurry among state legislative candidates over last month

New Mexico’s House candidates reported nearly $1.5 million donated in recent weeks to their campaigns. The filings come three weeks ahead of the June 4 primary election. Candidates were required to report by midnight May 14 all donations they received and how they spent it between April 2 and May

Published: May 15, 2024 12:00AM

City Desk

by: Rodd Cayton

What to Expect: APS board to consider applying for arts money

District wants more money for fine arts

Published: May 14, 2024 10:10PM

City Desk

by: Rodd Cayton

Judge halts 180-day mandate

School calendars freed of PED requirement for extra days

Published: May 14, 2024 10:14PM

City Desk

by: Bethany Raja

Opponents of a proposed amendment to reverse Albuquerque immigrant friendly policy hold rally

Bill on its way to full council

Published: May 14, 2024 09:50PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 02:25PM

City Desk

by: City Desk staff report

CNM invests in EV future

College gets new charging stations

Published: May 14, 2024 09:56PM

Updated: May 14, 2024 10:57PM

City Desk

by: Damon Scott

Race is on to improve International District’s ‘pharmacy desert’

‘People need medicine now’

Published: May 14, 2024 09:06PM

Updated: May 15, 2024 02:23PM

City Desk

by: Associated Press

Body of New Mexico man recovered from Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park

He may have been traveling on a wooden raft with his dog

Published: May 14, 2024 03:47PM

Updated: May 14, 2024 03:48PM

City Desk

by: Associated Press

Movie armorer appeals conviction in fatal shooting of cinematographer by Alec Baldwin

In March, a jury convicted Gutierrez-Reed to serve an 18-month sentence

Published: May 14, 2024 06:07PM

Updated: May 14, 2024 06:09PM

City Desk

by: Associated Press

Day care prices aren’t getting better. So states are stepping in

New Mexico funding makes careers possible

Published: May 14, 2024 05:37PM

Updated: May 14, 2024 05:38PM

City Desk

by: Associated Press

Proposed settlement is first step in securing Colorado River water for 3 Native American tribes

A 1922 agreement divided water between seven states, excluding tribes

Published: May 14, 2024 05:43PM

City Desk

by: Guest commentary

Secretary of State Opens Online Absentee Ballot Requests and Permanent Absentee List Sign-Up for Primary Election

The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the Primary Election is Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Published: May 14, 2024 06:19PM

City Desk

by: Associated Press

AP Investigation: In hundreds of deadly police encounters, officers broke multiple safety guidelines

AP catalogued 1,036 deaths over a decade’s time after officers had used force not involving their guns

Published: May 14, 2024 05:57PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

UNM law student named 2024 Peggy Browning Fellow

Published: May 14, 2024 12:00AM

City Desk

by: Rodd Cayton

Council approves a more equitable new food ordinance

Councilor casts only dissenting vote saying city is grabbing money it doesn’t need

Published: May 13, 2024 09:13PM

Updated: May 13, 2024 10:50PM

City Desk

by: Source NM

Wildfire potential ‘above normal’ through much of NM’s central mountains this summer

Potential transition from El Niño to La Niña could mean drier conditions late summer

Published: May 13, 2024 10:20PM

Updated: May 13, 2024 10:21PM

City Desk

by: Associated Press

After nine years of court oversight, Albuquerque Police now in full compliance with reforms

APD has two years to prove its reforms will take hold

Published: May 13, 2024 10:07PM

City Desk

by: Carolyn Carlson

Land acquisitions and more money for UNMH top commission agenda

County leaders try to establish process for hiring county manager. Again.

Published: May 13, 2024 09:08PM

Updated: May 13, 2024 10:47PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Megan Gleason / Journal Staff Writer

Hearing begins on proposed produced water reuse rule

Should New Mexico clean up liquid wastewater that comes with oil and gas production and reuse it? The state’s water pollution control agency is considering it this week in a hearing.

Published: May 12, 2024 02:45PM

Updated: May 12, 2024 09:40PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Cathy Cook / Journal Staff Writer

Department of Education attempts to boost FAFSA completion

In New Mexico, FAFSA completion by high school seniors is down by 23% from last year.

Published: May 11, 2024 04:25PM

Updated: May 13, 2024 10:32AM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Associated Press

New Mexico governor seeks hydrogen investment with trip to Netherlands

The governor of New Mexico has announced plans to court new investments in hydrogen fuel development at a business summit in the Netherlands over the coming week.

Published: May 11, 2024 01:45PM

Updated: May 11, 2024 09:50PM

Veteran reporter returns to her roots to probe cold case of rookie cop shot in police station

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. This story was originally published at City Desk ABQ, a local nonprofit daily newsroom covering local government, politics and more. If you like this story, please support local, independent journalists like these by reading more

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

Edgewood Independent

by: City Desk ABQ

Veteran reporter returns to her roots to probe cold case of rookie cop shot in police station

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. This story was originally published at City Desk ABQ, a local nonprofit daily newsroom covering local government, politics and more. If you like this story, please support local, independent journalists like these by reading more

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

Edgewood Independent

by: City Desk ABQ

Fresh Eyes and New Technology: Digging Into the Cold Case Killing of a Rookie Cop in Mountainair

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. This story was originally published at City Desk ABQ, a local nonprofit daily newsroom covering local government, politics and more. If you like this story, please support local, independent journalists like these by reading more

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

Edgewood Independent

by: Associated Press

Civil Suit Settled in Shooting at  Oñate Protest

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. By MORGAN LEE Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A settlement has been reached in a civil lawsuit seeking damages from three relatives in the shooting of a Native American activist in northern New

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Cathy Cook / Journal Staff Writer

The federal government is investing $60 million in the lower Rio Grande

“When we invest in the Rio Grande, we invest in people, wildlife, in economies and in our future,” said Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland.

Published: May 10, 2024 04:57PM

Updated: May 10, 2024 10:16PM

Edgewood Independent

by: New Mexico Political Report

Ozone Pollution Continues to Plague New Mexico

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Sandia Park, Cedar Crest and North 14 communities While new to the community, Camille Milke and her family have already made their footprint in the East Mountains with a new homemade donut delivery service, Route

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

City Desk

by: Guest commentary

How to vote

Answers to some FAQs about voting in NM

Published: May 10, 2024 03:17PM

Donuts at Your Doorstep

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. While new to the community, Camille Milke and her family have already made their footprint in the East Mountains with a new homemade donut delivery service, Route 66 Hole Foods. Milke, her husband, Brian Milke,

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

Civil Suit Settled in Shooting at  Oñate Protest

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. By MORGAN LEE Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A settlement has been reached in a civil lawsuit seeking damages from three relatives in the shooting of a Native American activist in northern New

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

Fresh Eyes and New Technology: Digging Into the Cold Case Killing of a Rookie Cop in Mountainair

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. This story was originally published at City Desk ABQ, a local nonprofit daily newsroom covering local government, politics and more. If you like this story, please support local, independent journalists like these by reading more

Published: May 10, 2024 12:00AM

The Paper

by: Pat Davis

The path to happiness in aging now runs through Santa Fe

Posted inNew Mexico The path to happiness in aging now runs through Santa Fe by Pat Davis May 8, 2024May 9, 2024

Published: May 08, 2024 08:21PM

Updated: May 09, 2024 08:05AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Molly Montgomery

A power play on the Caja

Published: May 09, 2024 12:00AM

City Desk

by: Elise Kaplan

Another officer — the 9th — put on leave amidst internal investigation of DWI unit

Six officers have resigned since investigation began

Published: May 09, 2024 12:08AM

Updated: May 09, 2024 01:00AM

City Desk

by: Rodd Cayton

Heinrich introduces bill to help teachers afford houses

Housing is touted as key to educator retention

Published: May 09, 2024 08:24PM

Updated: May 09, 2024 09:28PM

City Desk

by: Utah News Dispatch

Lujan Grisham and other Western governors call on Congress to expand compensation for downwinders

Lawmakers want to expand aid for Cold War era radiation victims

Published: May 08, 2024 03:29PM

Updated: May 08, 2024 03:30PM

The Paper

by: The Paper staff

Weak in Review: May 8

Posted inNews Weak in Review: May 8 by The Paper staff May 8, 2024May 6, 2024

Published: May 08, 2024 12:03AM

Updated: May 06, 2024 01:14PM

Haulin’ Ass

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Hundreds of people from around the state gathered in the historic mining town of Cerrillos on May 4 for its third annual Turquoise Trail Pack Burro Race. Pack burro racing is a sport that originated

Published: May 07, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: May 09, 2024 12:00AM

The Paper

by: Commentary

Paving the Way Forward in Bernalillo County District 3

Commentary Paving the Way Forward in Bernalillo County District 3 Submitted as Commentary May 6, 2024May 6, 2024

Published: May 06, 2024 03:41PM

Updated: May 06, 2024 03:47PM

Edgewood Independent

by: The Independent staff

Wildlife Park Says Goodbye to Beloved Bear

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Koshari, one of the largest black bears in New Mexico, was over 20 years old and an educational ambassador at Wildlife West in Edgewood for the last 18 years. He was among the park visitors’

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Edgewood Independent

by: Elizabeth McCall | The Independent

Edgewood Residents May Get More Transportation Options

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Edgewood residents may soon see more public transportation options. To get more information on the community’s transportation needs, the North Central Regional Transit District Blue Bus is conducting a survey to help develop potential future

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Edgewood Residents May Get More Transportation Options

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Edgewood residents may soon see more public transportation options. To get more information on the community’s transportation needs, the North Central Regional Transit District Blue Bus is conducting a survey to help develop potential future

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Wildlife Park Says Goodbye to Beloved Bear

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Koshari, one of the largest black bears in New Mexico, was over 20 years old and an educational ambassador at Wildlife West in Edgewood for the last 18 years. He was among the park visitors’

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Edgewood Independent

by: The Independent staff

NMDOJ Investigates Complaints About County Commissioners

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is investigating claims that some members of the Bernalillo County Commission have violated meeting rules. In a letter dated April 24, and addressed to County Manager Julie Morgas

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Riding for Rescues

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Twenty-five years ago, avid horseman Bud Kingston started a 400-mile horseback ride across New Mexico but never completed it. This time, his goal is to finish the ride and raise $15,000 for rescued horses. On

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Local Rescue Has a Chi-Pocalypse

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. An East Mountains animal rescue has had a very busy April after rescuing 61 dogs from an alleged hoarding situation in Socorro County. The dogs were rescued from a property in Veguita. The East Mountain

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Edgewood Independent

by: Elizabeth McCall | The Independent

Riding for Rescues

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Twenty-five years ago, avid horseman Bud Kingston started a 400-mile horseback ride across New Mexico but never completed it. This time, his goal is to finish the ride and raise $15,000 for rescued horses. On

Published: May 03, 2024 12:00AM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Gino Gutierrez / Journal Staff Writer

Albuquerque students recognized for senior essay contest

S. Y. Jackson Elementary School fourth grader Molly Gonzales and her grandmother Victoria Doreen Gonzales may live in different cities, but their shared love of painting, dancing and singing keep them forever linked together.

Published: May 02, 2024 03:48PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Esteban Candelaria / Journal Staff Writer

South Valley charter school leader facing charges of threatening student with box cutter

Richard Perea, identified as the school's educational director, had a warrant for his arrest Thursday evening.

Published: May 02, 2024 06:07PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

The Paper

by: Jordan Bourne

CloudTop Comedy Festival Returns to Santa Fe

Posted inArts + Culture CloudTop Comedy Festival Returns to Santa Fe by Jordan Bourne May 2, 2024May 2, 2024

Published: May 02, 2024 02:14PM

Updated: May 02, 2024 02:41PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Olivier Uyttebrouck / Journal Staff Writer

UNM graduate workers picket for higher wages

Graduate student workers at the University of New Mexico picketed the administration Wednesday, demanding substantial raises in advance of upcoming contract negotiations.

Published: May 01, 2024 06:33PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

The Paper

by: City Desk ABQ

Councilor Eyes Return of Berry-era Homeless Labor Initiative

Posted inCity Hall Councilor Eyes Return of Berry-era Homeless Labor Initiative by City Desk ABQ May 1, 2024May 1, 2024

Published: May 01, 2024 10:06AM

The Paper

by: The Paper staff

Weak in Review: May 1

Posted inNews Weak in Review: May 1 by The Paper staff May 1, 2024April 29, 2024

Published: May 01, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: April 29, 2024 03:02PM

City Desk

by: Elise Kaplan

Sixth officer leaves APD amid corruption probe

Former long-time spokesperson served in DWI Unit from 2014 to 2018

Published: April 30, 2024 10:57PM

Updated: May 08, 2024 08:13PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Elizabeth Tucker / Journal Staff Writer

9 schools with the highest-rated teachers in Albuquerque

If you are new to Albuquerque and need to send your kids to school, Niche has ratings of schools in the area.Niche is an online data collection site that gathers and analyzes public data sets from the Department of Education, U.S. census and …

Published: April 30, 2024 07:35PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

The Paper

by: Associated Press

DEA will move to reclassify marijuana in a historic shift, AP sources say

AP DEA will move to reclassify marijuana in a historic shift, AP sources say Published by Associated Press April 30, 2024April 30, 2024

Published: April 30, 2024 01:26PM

Updated: April 30, 2024 01:47PM

Edgewood Independent

by: Todd Brogowski, Mountainair Disptach

Commissioners Extend CoreCivic Contract

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The April 24 meeting of the Torrance County Commissioners focused on the renewal of the county’s contract with ICE and CoreCivic for the Torrance County Detention Facility (TCDF). It introduced statements from Central New Mexico

Published: April 26, 2024 12:00AM

City Desk

by: Guest commentary

Clean, Green, and Gorgeous: Curbside Green Waste Collection Returns

Solid Waste providing free green waste collection at residents’ homes starting Monday

Published: April 26, 2024 07:30PM

Edgewood Independent

by: Michael Hodock, The Independent

Moriarty Fire Fights Three Fires in One Week

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The City of Moriarty Fire Department and Torrance County Fire Department have already had a busy 2024 fire season. Last week firefighters and EMS put out three structure fires in a seven-day period that left

Published: April 26, 2024 12:00AM

The Paper

by: The Paper staff

Weak in Review: April 24

Posted inNews Weak in Review: April 24 by The Paper staff April 24, 2024April 22, 2024

Published: April 24, 2024 12:03AM

Updated: April 22, 2024 02:23PM

City Desk

by: Elise Kaplan

APD got a tip in 2022 that DWI officers were being paid to get cases dismissed. Its review did not find wrongdoing.

More than a year later, FBI is investigating the same officers

Published: April 23, 2024 10:30PM

Updated: April 24, 2024 01:20PM

The Paper

by: The Paper staff

Costco’s Most Purchased Product in New Mexico Isn’t What You Think

Posted inWeird News Costco’s Most Purchased Product in New Mexico Isn’t What You Think by The Paper staff April 23, 2024April 23, 2024

Published: April 23, 2024 09:32AM

Updated: April 23, 2024 10:53AM

City Desk

by: Elise Kaplan

Can former DWI officers under investigation still work as cops?

And how much did they get paid while on administrative leave?

Published: April 12, 2024 10:42PM

Updated: April 15, 2024 03:51PM

City Desk

by: Guest commentary

Commentary: Supreme Court Program Allows Students to Learn About the Judicial Process

Justice David K. Thomson serves on the New Mexico Supreme Court

Published: April 03, 2024 10:35PM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Ed Williams

Fined and stripped of his marijuana license, Dineh Benally keeps on growing

Published: March 27, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: April 10, 2024 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Susanna Space

The weight of an empty chair

Published: April 03, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: April 10, 2024 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Deborah Jackson Taffa

A New Mexico childhood

Published: March 20, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: March 19, 2024 12:00AM

City Desk

by: Pat Davis

It’s time for FEMA to let New Mexicans to take over fire recovery process

With almost $4 billion in the bank and thousands of claims to be processed, FEMA has the opportunity to reset the process – a restart in the spirit of the Easter season – which, so far, has been too bureaucratic and delivered too little money

Published: March 16, 2024 03:58PM

Updated: March 27, 2024 01:37PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Cathy Cook / Journal Staff Writer

Where is the money going? See the 3 projects in Bernalillo County getting the most capital outlay funding

State legislators have committed $289 million to 468 new capital outlay projects in Bernalillo County.

Published: March 14, 2024 04:55PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Michael Benanav

Burning question: What’s the right place for a solar farm?

Published: March 13, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: March 21, 2024 12:00AM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Megan Gleason and Alaina Mencinger / Journal Staff Writers

Only YOU can prevent wildfires with new Smokey Bear license plate

Who’s the most famous New Mexican?

Published: March 08, 2024 06:39PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Megan Gleason / Journal Staff Writer

Business wins and misses from the 2024 Legislature

Business leaders came into the 2024 Legislature focused on an array of topics, including the economy, public safety, education and housing. They came out of the session with both successes and disappointments.

Published: March 11, 2024 12:27PM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

Albuqueruque Journal

by: Megan Gleason / Journal Staff Writer

Most bills survive governor’s pen after 2024 Legislature

Though a majority of the hundreds of bills legislators introduced in the 2024 Legislature didn’t see much movement in the Roundhouse, nearly all of the bills that landed on the governor’s desk this year were transformed into law.

Published: March 10, 2024 12:30AM

Updated: May 16, 2024 12:00PM

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