Catch up.
National and New Mexico headlines leading the news.
New Mexico.
Mesa del Sol area to welcome new global business accelerator
The NMexus Center is expected to create 100 jobs in its first year
State forester anticipates the southwest corner will be the ‘nexus’ for this fire season
McCarthy presents information during PRC workshop
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Vasquez, Zinke launch public lands caucus amid push to sell off parcels
House budget includes measure to sell off parcels in Nevada, Utah
Commentary & Analysis.
Opinion
A good start or too little, too late?
City’s crime trends are good news, but Keller’s opponents will still find plenty to criticize
ABQ & BernCo.
Choosing the chief
BernCo is seeking public input during a search for Perez’s replacement
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New bicycle safety law takes effect July 1 in New Mexico
Sen. Sedillo Lopez to highlight new law during Bike to Work Day on May 16
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County ethics board finds hiring of former clerk violated rules. But there isn’t much they can do about it.
BernCo commission and Linda Stover await court outcome
Water Utility Authority urges conservation amid drought
Here are some ways to reduce water usage
Santa Fe.
Betsy Arakawa, Gene Hackman’s wife, died from hantavirus, autopsy confirms
Arakawa tested negative for COVID-19 and the flu and showed no signs of trauma, the autopsy report said. Her carbon monoxide levels were within normal range, and she tested positive for caffeine and negative for alcohol and intoxicating drugs.
Sandoval County.
Surplus projected in Bernalillo’s preliminary budget
By Jesse Jones During its May 12 meeting, the Bernalillo Town Council got its first look at the town’s $12.5 million preliminary budget, which includes a projected $767,000 general fund surplus and major investments in infrastructure and essential services. The budget also highlighted upcoming road repairs, park improvements and progress on the town’s long-range Comprehensive…
Bernalillo hires new fire boss
Veteran firefighter Adam Bonnett tapped to lead the department
Rio Rancho sees decline in violent crime, despite surge in homicides
Violent crime drops 20% in City of Vision
East Mountains.
Haaland meets with land grant communities in East Mountains to discuss the protection of resources
Gubernatorial candidate says communities must stand together to fight Trump Administration’s potential funding threats
Edgewood & Estancia Valley.
Edgewood Dumpster Days event set for this weekend
Residents can dispose of various items in May
