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Harris, Heinrich hold wide leads in New Mexico: Poll
Vice President Harris and New Mexico Sen. Martin Heinrich (D) hold significant leads over their Republican opponents in the blue-leaning state that the GOP had expressed some optimism about when President Biden was still in the race, according to a new poll. The survey from Emerson College Polling/The Hill released Friday showed Harris leading former…
Scientist: plutonium contamination still present in NM's Acid Canyon
A scientist who said he found extreme plutonium contamination in Los Alamos' Acid Canyon believes concerned residents should invest in monitoring equipment for greater peace of mind. Over a 20-year period ending in 1963, liquid and often radioactive waste was dumped down the canyon. Michael Ketterer, professor emeritus of chemistry...
Community organization works to create fairer workplaces for undocumented New Mexicans
In a presentation at the New Mexico Workforce Conference on Thursday, a community-based organization that advocates to protect and expand the rights of immigrants in New Mexico addressed the challenges undocumented people face in the workplace and how it is working to make more equitable opportunities available. Advocates with Somos...
New Mexico Starbucks nicknamed 'Charbucks' after arson attacks
TAOS, New Mexico (Reuters) - After two arson attacks at a Starbucks construction site in Taos, New Mexico, a developer is trying again to build the chain's first drive-through cafe in the mountain town with a history of revolts and opposition by some to national chains.
Art is the Solution Fund open for applications
When the Santa Fe Arts Commission kicked off its Art is the Solution Fund grant program in 2022, it tasked applying artists with creating works on the theme of “water & displacement.” In 2023, the fund adopted a theme of “structural inequity.” For the now-open 2024-2025 cycle however, the constraints are much looser and instead ask applicants to simply consider how or what art might be the solution to, be it personal, societal, environmental or otherwise—and there are five $10,000 grants available to make that happen.
A dearth of public bathrooms is more than just an inconvenience
At Mayor Tim Keller’s State of the City address, he said there are an estimated 5,000 people living on the streets in Albuquerque. For those thousands — along with other city residents — locating a public restroom can be a challenge. While there’s no shortage of proposed solutions, city officials and advocates alike say none of them are easy.
Rio Rancho holding community cleanup event
RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Rio Rancho is inviting residents to help keep the area tidy. The fall community cleanup event is set for September 13 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers need to register ahead of time to get supplies and will also receive a thank-you gift. Those interested can email […]
Veterans Integration Center opens new transitional housing for homeless veterans
“You can’t help but be captured about what this is going to do, what this is going to mean for the community, and the number of veterans that are going to be served and helped, after they have signed on the line for our country, to defend our country. I think this is the least that we could do for them.”
Raton Tigers Shut Out Tohatchi Cougars in Season Opener in the Jungle Friday Night
The boys of fall once again took to the field as Raton hosted the Tohatchi Cougars for not only the season opener but the home opener as well on a warm Friday night in the Jungle and boy what a Raton game it was as the defense held strong and kept the Cougars scoreless through the final buzzer.
South Broadway neighborhood says speed camera is working but more are needed
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque’s newest speed camera is answering a call to slow drivers down through a downtown-area neighborhood. Neighbors said they’re already seeing a difference, but that the job’s not finished. Now, watching drivers on South Broadway, the city’s latest speed camera near downtown, is already getting a positive response. Put up in June, the […]
White Sands Missile Range - US 70 Roadblock
LAS CRUCES - The New Mexico Department of Transportation District One office (NMDOT) along with White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) have posted an alert for Sunday, August 25, 2024. US 70 is scheduled to be blocked one time beginning at 9:20 P.M. This block will last approximately one hour, lifting...
Highlights From the Santa Fe Indian Market
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Fire destroys home in San Juan County
SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A family in San Juan County is without a home Friday night after a fire broke out earlier in the day. Photos showed the blaze with smoke billowing in the air. The fire left the home in ruin. The fire department warned people to avoid the area and were able […]
Experience high-speed fun for the whole family at Vado Speedway Park
VADO, NM- Vado Speedway Park is gearing up for another thrilling season, where speed racing excitement meets family fun. Founded by Royal Jones, who has been passionate about speed racing for over 40 years, the park was created to share the joy of the sport with everyone. The cars at...
St. John’s College Brings World-Class Speakers To Santa Fe For 2024 Fall Dean’s Lecture And Concert Series
SANTA FE — St. John’s College has announced its fall formal lecture series, on the Santa Fe campus. On Friday evenings, members of the St. John’s College community – alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students and neighbors — gather in the Great Hall to hear a lecture or concert from visiting scholars, artists, poets or faculty. Ranging from a jazz trio to a lecture on Don Quixote, these events are offered free to the community.
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