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Government denies railroads’ joint request to operate without PTC technology
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) on Monday denied a joint request from five railroads for a special waiver to run their trains free from the oversight of the mandated safety technology Positive Train Control (PTC). The host railroads — Class I carriers BNSF Railway and Norfolk Southern Railway, as well as passenger carriers Caltrain, New […] The post Government denies railroads’ joint request to operate without PTC technology appeared first on Transportation Today.
Less than 5% of New Mexicans who lost Medicaid during ‘unwinding’ switched to private insurance
The “unwinding” of COVID-19 protections contributed to interruptions in care at local health centers in New Mexico, adding to their financial struggles that are attracting attention from state lawmakers. Federally qualified health centers are community clinics located in high-need areas or serving high-need communities. Medicaid is New Mexico’s safety-net health insurance program for the very […]
New Mexico Department of Justice sues more landowners over blocked waterways
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Justice is expanding its lawsuit against landowners accused of blocking public waterways. The state is including property owners Richard and Jean Jenkins in the lawsuit. The NMDOJ said they met with Jenkins and Erik Briones and told them they needed to remove obstructions and signs falsely claiming access […]
High plutonium levels found near New Mexico neighborhood, research group claims
A group of researchers is warning that testing around a Los Alamos, New Mexico neighborhood has revealed what it calls "alarmingly high levels of plutonium." But to Department of Energy officials, the area remains safe.
- Silver City Pride event set for September
LGBTQ Grant County will stage an inclusive, intergenerational Pride festival that celebrates the best of Silver City on Friday, Sept. 20, and Saturday, Sept. 21. On Friday, Sept. 20, from 5-8 p.m., the Pride weekend kicks off with a special Pride Dance in Gough Park, 1200 N. Pope St., hosted by DJ Robbie Rob.
Resort’s upgrade to boost economy in T or C area
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — With a strategic location less than 200 miles from El Paso and near the town of Truth or Consequences, Elephant Butte is poised for a significant transformation. Under a new plan, officials are embarking on a multi-million-dollar makeover, aiming to not only enhance the appeal of the lake but also […]
Alamogordo Local Nonprofit Aims to Create Largest Permanent Labyrinth in New Mexico
A remarkable project nearly two decades in the making is underway in New Mexico. A local nonprofit, Capped, Inc., is working to develop the largest permanent labyrinth in the United States. The Trinity Turtle Healing Labyrinth Park in Alamogordo is expanding to become the nation’s largest permanent labyrinth. “When we...
Clovis college went on lockdown after gunfire during home invasion
The Clovis Police Department said Julian Montoya, 43, was arrested after he was accused of breaking into a home and shooting at a resident, leading a nearby college to go into lockdown on Friday.
Predictions: Hezgothelook Z will win 2024 All American Futurity, make Triple Crown history
Monday is the day many quarter horse racing fans have been waiting for after a challenging year in Ruidoso. Hezgothelook Z will attempt to win the Quarter Horse Triple Crown for 2-year-olds for just the second time in history when he goes to post in the Grade 1, 440-yard All American Futurity at the Downs of Albuquerque. ...
ABQ BioPark holding free event for teachers on September 21
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Teachers from the metro and surrounding areas are invited to explore the ABQ BioPark Zoo and see the educational experiences available for their students. This is part of the BioPark’s annual Teacher Open House. It will be on September 21 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Admission is free for teachers and […]
Pop Pop’s Italian shaved ice mobile units offer unique event experience
Since 1997, Pop Pop’s has been serving the best Italian shaved ice in Albuquerque. In 2018, the company was sold to new owners who transitioned it to a new business model that focuses on mobile retail units. With several thousand events in the last few years, Pop Pop’s has grown to over eight mobile units and opened a retail store in 2022.
Bonito Lake reopening for fishing this weekend
ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – Bonito Lake near Ruidoso will reopen this weekend but only for fishing. The lake was scheduled to open earlier this summer but was closed the day before its reopening due to the Blue 2 Fire. Before that fire, the 2012 Little Bear Fire burned a large area and was followed by […]
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