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‘Taylor Talks’ highlight southern New Mexico history
It may not be open yet, but the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site has been generating a lot of buzz as the dates grow closer to the projected opening of the Visitor Center in the fall of this year. A grand opening will follow in the Fall of 2025. To keep the public informed on the site’s progress, a four-part lecture series will kick off at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27.
Enrollment open for Native Health Initiative Healers of Tomorrow program
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Native Health Initiative is a nonprofit based in Albuquerque with the mission of addressing health inequities within indigenous communities. Their program, Healers of Tomorrow is currently enrolling. Healers of Tomorrow is an eight-month mentorship program for high school students who are interested in pursing a health care career. Students are paired with […]
That Time A Dam Burst, Irradiating New Mexico & Arizona
Way more radioactive waste was released in this accident than at 3 Mile Island a few months prior. Not many know this though, despite an annual remembrance march. March 28, 1979, a meltdown at 3 Mile Island released tons of radioactive gasses and iodine into the atmosphere in what is considered the worst nuclear power accident in history.
FLC to lead quantum computing education, workforce development in rural areas for Elevate Quantum
DURANGO, CO– Fort Lewis College will play a leading role in the workforce development programming for Elevate Quantum Tech Hub, which secured $127 million in federal and state funding to develop workforce and technologies for the rapidly growing quantum industry in Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming. Elevate Quantum is...
New Mexicans get second chance for solar tax credits
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico taxpayers who missed out on solar tax credits have another chance to get in on the program. This new supplemental funding aims to help people who were denied by the New Solar Market Development Tax Credit Program between 2020 and 2023 because the program had hit its financial cap. Taxpayers […]
School choice is taking root all across America, despite the teacher unions
The Rio Grande Foundation recently hosted Corey DeAngelis for a series of events in New Mexico. DeAngelis is one of the most prominent voices for private school choice in the nation, and at events located in Albuquerque and Alamogordo, he discussed the shortcomings of government-operated educational systems and the strategic methods of the left used to gain control of America’s schools.
Cookies dispensary to pay $350K as part of settlement with New Mexico Cannabis Control Division
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque dispensary Cookies reached a settlement with New Mexico’s Cannabis Control Division after being accused of violating the state’s Cannabis Regulation Act. As part of the settlement, the company will have to pay hefty fines. Blue Whale Enterprises Inc., which operates Cookies, signed off on the settlement agreement on July 16. The violations took place during […]
Sierra County Calls for Article V Convention
The trend continued today in New Mexico as the Sierra County Commission adopted a resolution calling upon the New Mexico Legislature to petition for a convention of the states under Article V of the US Constitution. Sierra County became the sixth to adopt such a resolution, joining Hidalgo, Colfax, Otero, Catron, and Roosevelt.
7 Days: July 24, 2024
1. Gov. Lujan Grisham tells state legislators they should be “embarrassed” for ending session without considering her proposals. Lawmakers tell the governor whatever she says bounces off of them and sticks to her. 2. Sundance Festival considers Santa Fe for its 2027 relocation. Maybe the Guadalupe Street construction...
New Mexico Film Office Sets Film And Television Summit For September
EXCLUSIVE: The New Mexico Film Office announced on Tuesday that its upcoming Film and Television Summit, a day-long event packed with panels, networking opportunities, and career-boosting resources, will take place at The Clyde Hotel in Albuquerque, NM on September 7.Jon Hamm To Star In & Exec-Produce QCode & Temple Hill Scripted Thriller Podcast 'Dungeon Masters' NMFO’s summit offers a deep dive into various aspects of the film and television industry, catering to both newcomers and seasoned professionals. Attendees can expect panel discussions led by industry experts that will cover the following topics, among others: • Navigating Film Incentives: Learn about the ins...
Federal court won't block New Mexico's 7-day waiting period on gun purchases amid litigation
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A federal judge has ruled that New Mexico can continue to enforce a new, seven-day waiting period on gun sales while a court challenge backed by the National Rifle Association moves forward. In a ruling Monday, Albuquerque-based U.S. District Court Judge James Browning denied the NRA’s request for a restraining order or injunction that would block the extended waiting period. Democratic state lawmakers enacted the restrictions earlier this year in hopes of ensuring more time for the completion of federal background checks on gun buyers. Only three states have longer waiting periods — California, Hawaii and Washington, along with the District of Columbia — that range up to 14 days, according to the Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence. Rhode Island also has a seven-day wait.
July 31 is the last day to donate to KRQE Cares Food for Kids
KRQE Cares Food for Kids aims to help close the gap when it comes to food insecurity in New Mexico. It’s no secret that New Mexico has struggled with food insecurity, but that doesn’t have to be our reality. Food for Kids partners with the Title 1 McKinney-Vento...
New Mexico preserves Medicaid coverage for thousands of children
(The Center Square) - New Mexico will reinstate Medicaid coverage for about 21,000 children this month. The New Mexico Health Care Authority announced that it will give these children's families a second chance to renew their healthcare coverage, according to a press release from the department. “Keeping children covered was one of our biggest priorities as the Public Health Emergency ended,” Kari Armijo, Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Health...
NMPED received grant funds to provide free digital training for New Mexicans
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Public Education Department has received a $453,000 Google Kids Initiative grant to give media literacy training to residents. This is a result of a 2021 settlement between the New Mexico Department of Justice and Google. Training sessions will provide instruction to educators, parents, and community members on topics such […]
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham plans public safety town hall in Las cruces
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will travel to Las Cruces Thursday to host a town hall on public safety. The event was announced Monday, July 23 via news release from the Governor's office, stating she sought to engage the public on the topic. “Ensuring the safety and security of every New Mexican remains...
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