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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...
July events at Expo New Mexico and discounted State Fair tickets
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – July is here and Expo New Mexico has events happening during the month and a special deal for State Fair tickets. Every Saturday and Sunday Expo New Mexico hosts its flea market with things for everyone to enjoy. July 5 – 7 will be the Sangre de Cristo Kennel Club Dog Show at […]
Albuquerque Officer Arrested for Drunk Driving in Patrol Car
On a Sunday in early June, New Mexico State Police Sergeant Toby Lafave made an unusual arrest on I-25. The situation quickly escalated after clocking a speeding SUV driven by Albuquerque Officer Jordan Hernandez. Following the arrest, Hernandez was placed on administrative leave by the Albuquerque Police Department. He faces...
One Charged in Senior Center Break-In
An Española man was arrested and charged with two counts of burglary of a structure and one count of burglary of a vehicle after the Beatrice Martinez Senior Center was broken into on June 15. Española City Police Detective James Mayers and Officer Donivan Byers investigated the break-in that...
Free debris removal around Ruidoso open for sign-up, needs 75 Lincoln County land-owners to start
Debris cleanup from wildfire and intense flash flooding on the South Fork and Salt fires’ burn scars is now available for some Lincoln County property owners around Ruidoso. New Mexico emergency management officials want to fill 75 spots to cover debris inspection, cleanup, removal and the costs for those services. The program is currently open […] The post Free debris removal around Ruidoso open for sign-up, needs 75 Lincoln County land-owners to start appeared first on Source New Mexico.
Shark attacks 4 people on South Padre Island on July 4 as beachgoers pull 'severely injured' swimmers to shore
One swimmer suffered a "severe" shark bite to his leg as beachgoers desperately battled to pull injured people from the waters off South Padre Island
Tradewinds Airport explores art in multiple forms during annual Props and Pistons event
In a unique blend of artistry, the Props and Pistons annual car and air show and the Hangar Art Show shared space as two events coinciding Saturday at the Tradewinds Airport in Amarillo. Hundreds of cars and more than 100 art pieces from 30 unique local artists were displayed amongst...
Community Shocked as Deputies Discover Deceased 5-Year-Old in Silver City
Tragedy struck Silver City recently when deputies discovered the body of a 5-year-old child during an emergency callout. The incident, which occurred on the date coded as 52324, has left the community mourning and searching for answers. Discovery of the Child’s Body Jolts the Community. Authorities found the child...
Skinner awarded for investment education commitment
— Tyler County Auditor Jackie Skinner was recognized recently by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) for five years of outstanding dedication to county investment education. The honor was presented during the 2024 Conference of the County Investment Academy held June 10-12 in Irving. Skinner stood out as one of...
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