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University of New Mexico invests in funds with shares in Israeli companies
The University of New Mexico invests in at least two mutual funds that own shares in Israeli companies, according to a list of investments within the funds obtained by the Daily Lobo through a public records request. UNM also holds bonds in a weapons manufacturer that supplies the Israel Defense Forces — the national military […] The post University of New Mexico invests in funds with shares in Israeli companies appeared first on Source New Mexico.
Amarillo Parks and Rec brings firework and drone show back to John Stiff Park
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Amarillo Parks and Recreation are bringing back the beloved firework and drone show to John Stiff Park with the Independence Day +1 celebration. “It’s something the community has been wanting for awhile, so I know we’ve heard nothing but, ‘Hey, are you guys going to do a Fourth of July show?’ So we know with city council’s support as well as a lot of other departments we’re able to put this together,” said Kelsey Sargent recreation and special events supervisor.
The War and Treaty Reveal Anger And Sadness After Discovering Cotton Plant In Texas Dressing Room
The duo that is The War and Treaty have quickly made a name for themselves as musicians. However, as Darius Rucker recently pointed out, racism still exists. The duo were both angered and saddened when they discovered a cotton plant in their dressing room. They were performing at the Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds Music Festival in Austin, Texas.
Briefly drier on July 4th for most
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Quieter weather conditions will prevail for most on this Independence Day as despite few clusters of thunderstorms forming yesterday, nearly everyone isn’t only just starting off rain-free, but also, starting off much clearer from clouds despite some broken clouds in southern New Mexico. A few thunderstorms are possible in the southern half […]
Go inside the race to bring electricity to one of the poorest regions in the US
As temperatures rise, power crews working on behalf of the nonprofit organization Light Up Navajo are racing to connect homes in the Navajo Nation to the power grid. CNN’s Ed Lavandera speaks to residents of one New Mexico community about the arrival of the life-changing service.
Searching for solutions: In New Mexico, researchers seek to make brackish water a viable supply
Heading through eastern New Mexico, dairy cattle can be seen in farms beside the highway while flashing lights illuminate the wind farms at night. Large sprinklers irrigate the crop circles where, in the spring, the endangered lesser prairie chickens may venture out of the brush onto the fields to dance while keeping a close eye on the sky for the hawks that hunt overhead.
New Mexico cracks down on hotel price gouging amid Ruidoso wildfire crisis
ROSWELL, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — The New Mexico Department of Justice announced Wednesday that it has sent cease-and-desist letters to several hotels serving those affected by the Ruidoso wildfires following a spate of complaints about price gouging. Following a press conference it held last Wednesday regarding bad-faith consumer practices in...
KRQE Newsfeed: Overriding mayor’s veto, Deputy arrest video, Drier July 4, Amazon expands, Freedom Fourth
Thursday’s Top Stories Thursday’s Five Facts [1] Albuquerque mayor vetoes plan to change election thresholds; city council may override decision – Albuquerque City Councilor Dan Lewis says the council plans to override Mayor Tim Keller’s veto. City councilors recently approved a ballot measure to let voters decide if the election for mayor and city council seats should […]
Parks & Rec. Board Chair James Wernicke Reports On June Activities
The bottom of Ranch School Trail after an early June rainstorm. Photo by James Wernicke. Here are the June Parks and Recreation Board (PRB) meeting highlights:. We first heard public concerns that conducting aquatic center maintenance from September to April could negatively impact swim teams and other users. While contractor availability will play a role in scheduling, the PRB is committed to working with the Community Services Department (CSD) to minimize disruptions. Public comments like these are invaluable, and we encourage community input at the start of all our meetings to better serve public interests.
Las Cruces voters to potentially decide on tax hike for city improvements in November
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Las Cruces voters should potentially prepare to face a decision on their ballot come November on whether to approve a gross receipts tax increase. KFOX14 spoke to Las Cruces Mayor Eric Enriquez about this, who told us how much money the increase would generate...
Las Cruces works to remedy homelessness, in wake of U.S. Supreme Court Oregon decision
The Supreme Court's ruling last week that allows municipalities to fine and jail unhoused people for sleeping outside took place at a time when Las Cruces is in the process of addressing concerns around its own unhoused population. The Court's 6 to 3 ruling on June 28, 2024, overturned a...
Northern New Mexico Citizens Advisory Board Partakes In Los Alamos Legacy Waste Site Tour
Members of the Northern New Mexico Citizens’ Advisory Board along with DOE Environmental Management Los Alamos Field Office and Newport News Nuclear, BWXT-Los Alamos (N3B) staff visit Overlook Park in White Rock, New Mexico, overlooking the Rio Grande, where N3B Surface Water and Stormwater Manager Karly Rodriguez, far right, leads discussions about geography and the processes of water sampling and remediation. Photo Courtesy EM-LA.
Family said Texas Marine veteran released nearly one week after ICE detention
The family of a Texas Marine veteran said he’s headed home after nearly a week in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. Maria Renteria Torres said immigration officials detained her husband, Julio Torres, at DFW International Airport while returning home from a trip to Mexico late last week. Just...
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