Bernalillo County has launched its first speed cameras. However, none of the almost dozen cameras will be installed in the East Mountains. The county’s camera program will go live Sept. 25 sending speeders a citation and the choice to pay either a $100 fine or a $25 fine along with four hours of community service.. […]
Pat Davis
Pat Davis is the founder and publisher of nm.news. In a prior life he served as an Albuquerque City Councilor.
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Uncategorized
Bernalillo Police Seize Fentanyl, Shotgun Near Middle School
On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, the Bernalillo Police Department Narcotics Task Force executed a search warrant near Bernalillo Middle School, resulting in the seizure of 747 fentanyl pills and a shotgun. The Sandoval Signpost requested additional information about the case but they were not available by the printing deadline. Follow the story at sandovalsignpost.com for […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News
After Spending $800K to Fix Aging Water System, Cuba Leaders Push Rate Hike to “Stabilize” Village Budget
The Cuba Village Council is scheduled to vote at the end of September on a proposed 16.7% increase in water and sewer rates for both residential and commercial users. According to Cuba Mayor Denny Herrera, the increase aims to stabilize the village water department’s finances and allocate funds for essential infrastructure improvements. The proposed rate […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
President Biden Removed from New Mexico Ballot
President Joe Biden was officially removed from the New Mexico ballot for the Nov. 5 general election before the Aug. 27 deadline, leaving Vice President Kamala Harris as the sole Democratic candidate. President Biden who had secured victory in the state’s primary election in June, submitted the proper paperwork to have his name removed from […]
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President Biden Removed from New Mexico Ballot
President Joe Biden was officially removed from the New Mexico ballot for the Nov. 5 general election before the Aug. 27 deadline, leaving Vice President Kamala Harris as the sole Democratic candidate. President Biden who had secured victory in the state’s primary election in June, submitted the proper paperwork to have his name removed from […]
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President Biden Removed from New Mexico Ballot
President Joe Biden was officially removed from the New Mexico ballot for the Nov. 5 general election before the Aug. 27 deadline, leaving Vice President Kamala Harris as the sole Democratic candidate. President Biden who had secured victory in the state’s primary election in June, submitted the proper paperwork to have his name removed from […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News
Advocates Call for Permanent, Expanded SNAP Outreach
By Austin Fisher, Source NM – Advocates are asking New Mexico lawmakers to ensure the state always takes the opportunity for federal help to cover the cost of outreach and support for people applying for public food benefits. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – called SNAP – isn’t the only solution to food insecurity, but […]
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Advocates call for permanent, expanded SNAP outreach
By Austin Fisher, Source NM – Advocates are asking New Mexico lawmakers to ensure the state always takes the opportunity for federal help to cover the cost of outreach and support for people applying for public food benefits. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – called SNAP – isn’t the only solution to food insecurity, but […]
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Advocates call for permanent, expanded SNAP outreach
By Austin Fisher, Source NM – Advocates are asking New Mexico lawmakers to ensure the state always takes the opportunity for federal help to cover the cost of outreach and support for people applying for public food benefits. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – called SNAP – isn’t the only solution to food insecurity, but […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Westside Albuquerque
Opinion: Competency vs. Incompetency
Barbara Romo is district attorney for the 13th Judicial District, which includes Valencia, Sandoval and Cibola counties. The recent special legislative session was of particular interest to me and my office for its purported emphasis on public safety issues. Since the session only lasted five hours, however, in the end there was not much to […]