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All NM police departments could report monthly gun violence stats under gov proposal
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham wants regular, statewide updates on gun violence from police departments across New Mexico. A two-page draft discussed with lawmakers last week would require all police departments in New Mexico to turn in monthly reports on criminal activity and ballistic information to the Department of Public Safety. The proposal is one of […] The post All NM police departments could report monthly gun violence stats under gov proposal appeared first on Source New Mexico.
NM Department of Health offering free back-to-school vaccinations
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Health is offering back-to-school vaccinations free of charge this summer. Shots will be given at the Santa Fe Public Health Office every Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon from July 11 to August 15. No appointments are necessary. Parents need to bring their child’s shot records as […]
Overdue plan for state’s water future
For the past five decades or longer, the state Legislature has been planning for what we will do when the oil runs out. We’ve set up permanent funds to ensure we’ll be able to keep our schools open and provide other essential services, tucking away money that is needed now.
From sheep camp to the city to study uranium’s damage to Navajo people
NEW YORK — Every summer as a kid, Kevin Patterson, 29, hiked up the Lukachukai-Ch’ooshgai Mountains, following the hooves of the sheep and goats to his family’s camp. Up the steep sandstone slope, the young shepherd would stop to rest at the local spring, a paradise in the summer heat. This spring is one of […] The post From sheep camp to the city to study uranium’s damage to Navajo people appeared first on Source New Mexico.
Southern NM water utility rate increase goes into effect today
A sign captured outside of the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority on Dec. 19, 2023. (Danielle Prokop / Source NM) The post Southern NM water utility rate increase goes into effect today appeared first on Source New Mexico.
New Mexico Mobile Newsroom: Debris Removal Available for Fire, Flood Impacted Residents
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The State Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) now offers full-service debris removal at no cost to private property owners. Any resident who was impacted by the South Fork fire, Salt fire, or flooding in Lincoln County is eligible for this program. If residents receive funding from their insurance companies for debris removal, they will be required to notify the State.
NM governor wants more prison time for people convicted of felonies who face new gun charges
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is proposing to once again extend how long someone can be put in prison for possessing a gun when they have already been convicted of a felony. New Mexico law prohibits someone from having a gun if they’ve been convicted of a felony, battery or property damage against a loved one, […] The post NM governor wants more prison time for people convicted of felonies who face new gun charges appeared first on Source New Mexico.
Los Alamos CCC warning of phone, text scam
LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Los Alamos County Customer Care Center (CCC) is warning of a scam showing up as text messages and phone calls that started going out July 1. The sender or caller ID claims to be coming from the CCC. The CCC is reminding anyone receiving calls or texts from 505-662-8333 that […]
Bernalillo County offering free self-defense classes
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is helping residents learn how to protect themselves with karate techniques from Japan’s southern islands. The county is partnering with Shorin Ryu Karate for self-defense classes every Monday and Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Vista Grande Community Center in Sandia Park. The classes are open to […]
Free community meals offered in Ruidoso
RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Ruidoso community members have come together to put on a series of community meals this week as the town rebuilds from both the recent wildfires and floods. The village of Ruidoso first announced these meals on their Facebook page. The community meals are free and all Ruidoso residents are welcome.
New Mexico: First wildfire, now flash flooding causes damage, delays at Ruidoso Race Track and Casino
New Mexico: First wildfire, now flash flooding causes damage, delays at Ruidoso Race Track and Casino. Flash flooding from the recent burn scars damaged the racetrack Saturday afternoon during trials for the $1 million Rainbow Futurity at Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino. Story continues below. Residents near the Rio...
PSA 7/2/24 The City of Las Vegas to Still Host 4th of July Fireworks Display
Las Vegas, NM – The City of Las Vegas has decided to continue hosting the 4th of July Fireworks Display after careful consideration. City officials cancelled all 4th of July Fiesta activities on June 25, including the parade, as the water crisis continued to worsen which led to the mandatory closures of non-essential businesses.
Dona Ana County residents left to pick up the pieces following massive storm
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Residents in Dona Ana County are left picking up the pieces from what is left after they were hit by a severe storm over the weekend. Resident, Lisa Molina said she has lived in her home for over two years since moving from Maine and the amount of rain and hail she saw for what lasted about ten minutes was something she has never been before.
Central Consolidated Schools mourns death of Kirtland Central High School principal
Kirtland Central High School Principal Rebecca Benedict has died. Steve Carlson, superintendent of Central Consolidated School District, notified the district community of her death in an email Monday. A statement from former Superintendent Colleen Bowman said Benedict died Sunday, June 30, in her hometown of Houston, Texas. At the CCSD...
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