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NM House lawmakers introduce one bill at special session, bypassing most of NM Gov’s crime agenda
On the first day of the special legislative session, New Mexico House lawmakers introduced a single piece of legislation that would fund a few months of assisted outpatient pilot programs and provide grants and loans for wildfire response – but otherwise ignores much of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s special session agenda. The bill, HB 1, […] The post NM House lawmakers introduce one bill at special session, bypassing most of NM Gov’s crime agenda appeared first on Source New Mexico.
State and federal agencies respond to Rio Chama sediment plug
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Office of the State Engineer and federal partners are working together to manage water operations after a sediment plug formed in the Rio Chama due to heavy rainfall. The plug is approximately 100 feet wide, over a mile long and four to five feet deep. Crews and special equipment are being […]
Inside a Texas utility’s smart metering journey
Smart metering is all but an electric utility industry certainty. Advanced metering infrastructure already accounts for more than 80% of installed electric meters in North America, according to industry analysts. AMI is a building block for the smart grid, granting utilities enhanced data into customer behavior and grid stability. It...
Rehab facility in Albuquerque will be built despite concerns
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After months of delays, an Albuquerque planning department has given the green light to a rehab center that neighbors tried to block. Developers said the plot of land near Lomas and I-25 would fill a need for the community. “What this allows, what this facility allows is it allows to free up […]
Local law enforcement officials join forces to fight youth crime in downtown Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Police and prosecutors said they see an increase in the number of juveniles and young people committing crimes in Albuquerque, especially downtown. Thursday morning, city, county, state, and federal law enforcement officials announced they are joining forces to put more eyes to try and curb the youth crime trends. Albuquerque Mayor Tim […]
Cookies Hit With $350K Fine
An Albuquerque cannabis dispensary was hit with a $350,000 fine from the state’s Cannabis Control Division (CCD) Tuesday related to the store’s grand opening in Nov. 2023. According to a settlement agreement between Blue Whale Enterprises and the CCD, the company is now required to pay the state for violations at the grand opening of Cookies dispensary, which Blue Whale Enterprises owns.
New APS superintendent announced changing goals
At her first official meeting in her new role, Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey announced adjustments to the district’s interim goals, which are designed to ensure the district is on track in four areas. Blakey’s changes are mostly in the post-secondary readiness category. It no longer...
New Mexico legislature to consider bills combating homeless encampments
(The Center Square) – The New Mexico state Legislature will take up a slew of proposals related to homelessness in Albuquerque starting this week at a special session called by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The governor visited downtown Albuquerque on Monday, three days ahead of the special session, to highlight the issues this is causing the area. "You can't walk on the sidewalk," Lujan Grisham told KRQE at a press...
Lavender in the Village festival returns for 30th year
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Lavender in the Village Festival is coming July 20, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Larry Abraham Agri-Nature Center. The event features all things lavender and includes 120 vendors with lavender products, art, wine, beer, cocktails and more. In addition to the vendors there will be activities throughout the […]
Albuquerque Human Rights Board looks to increase its presence
The city of Albuquerque’s Human Rights Board has been operating for 50 years, but you’d be forgiven if you didn’t know it exists. Now, the board has been working to change that by increasing its activity and presence in the city. At the end of last month...
Shooting between two vehicles leaves bystander on Albuquerque street injured
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Crime Stoppers is asking community members to come forward with information about a shooting in southeast Albuquerque on July 12. People inside two different vehicles exchanged gunfire at the intersection of Zuni Road SE and Charleston Street SE at 11:30 a.m. on July 12, according to Crime Stoppers. A bystander who was on the street was hit by one of the bullets.
Paonia Trustees Deny Lease Request for Big B's Concert
Paonia trustees considered four action items at its July 9 board meeting. A request to lease a parcel of town-owned land for use as a temporary parking lot for a single event was denied after it was determined that the use was incompatible with the property and that benefits to the community outweighed the risks to the town.
How to prepare for more heatwaves, Northern Colorado is working for dark skies, and the Fort Collins trolley
On today’s Morning Magazine, Coloradons experienced a pretty severe heatwave this past weekend. As temperatures like these become our new normal, you’ll hear from a local professor on how we can best prepare ourselves moving forward. After that, learn about what a “dark sky” community is, and how parts of Northern Colorado are working toward dark sky goals. We’ll wrap up with a ride on the Fort Collins trolley, and an explainer of its long history.
Vail Pass camera captures one of Colorado’s new wolves
The Colorado Corridors Project in June captured its first photo of a wolf on Vail Pass. The photo features the wolf staring directly into the camera and was taken by a remote-triggered camera on the north side of East Vail pass. The photo tracks with information provided in Colorado Parks...
BernCo Celebrates Completion of Bridge Boulevard Mural
Bernalillo County, N.M. – This morning, BernCo celebrated the completion of its latest mural, “Glimpses of Our Barrios,” created by the local artist “Paz.” This 572-square-foot work-of-art is the latest addition to the ongoing Bridge Boulevard renovations near Bridge and Coors boulevards. The mural reflects...
It’s 719 Day! Here are some stories that make up the fabric of southern Colorado
We’re celebrating southern Colorado today, July 19, as a nod to the 719 area code that is widely used throughout the region. We never need an excuse to honor the people, places and things that make southern Colorado so special, but today felt as good a day as any.
Score Free Ice Cream This Weekend At Colorado Dairy Queens
It's been one of the hottest summers ever in Colorado, and Dairy Queen is helping you cool down with free ice cream to celebrate "National Ice Cream Day." How can you get free ice cream this weekend?. Free Ice cream at Colorado Dairy Queen Locations. While it's not been in...
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