By Lauren Lifke New Mexico’s congressional delegation has called for Senate and House leaders to take steps toward completing tribal water settlements. The U.S. pursues a policy of settling tribal water rights disputes whenever possible, according to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The settlements are intended to help secure tribal rights to historic land, as […]
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New Mexico leaders outraged by Supreme Court’s racial profiling ruling
Members of Congress and the top prosecutor in New Mexico are condemning a U.S. Supreme Court decision that at least temporarily allows immigration officials to stop individuals based on what critics say is racial profiling. The 6-3 decision announced on Monday granted the federal government’s request to pause a lower court ruling that limited when […]
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Balloon Fiesta buzzkill? Piñon Coffee prices climb thanks to tariffs
New Mexico Piñon Coffee is a staple for pre-dawn visitors to Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta but caffeine heads planning to grab a coffee treat on the field should prepare to pay a little more thanks to President Donald Trumps tariffs. The local coffee roaster, in business since 1994, announced this week that ” with the new […]
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The Headlights Scream, The Body Wilts, Death Comes to Party
12 Step Rebels have scared, shook up and maybe even seduced their way into the hearts and undead souls of Albuquerque music fans for decades. This weekend they’re revving up your engine with new music and a monster party at The Launchpad with fellow fiends Kats of Horror, Straight From the Grave and Shit Outta […]
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From Video Cameras to Red Light Cameras
Arrested Development is coming to town, which in itself is big music news. If you want to be transported instantly to Albuquerque in 1992, there isn’t a better tape to throw in a low rider DeLorean (the car that propelled Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd through time in Back to the Future) than 3 […]
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Albuquerque Becomes New Mexico’s Homeless Hub as Gateway Contracts Add 100 Beds
Albuquerque city councilors approved three Gateway Center contracts Tuesday, Sept. 3. The vote reflects a growing reality: Albuquerque has become New Mexico’s hub for homeless services, managing problems that extend far beyond its borders. The 100 new shelter beds, approved in 7-2 votes, will serve a population of 2,740 homeless residents — a 109% increase […]
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Bernalillo County Prepares to Deploy $150 Million in State Housing Funds
Bernalillo County’s Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted on a key measure in August that will position the county to accept and deploy anticipated state funding for affordable and transitional housing initiatives. Now, the county is planning for the state funds allocated to “BernCo Builds Communities Initiative” once state funding becomes available. “This is a […]
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Road Construction Halted During Major Events to Ease Traffic
The city will pause road construction projects in key areas during three major events this fall and winter to reduce traffic congestion for visitors and residents. The Department of Municipal Development announced on Aug. 28 it would halt construction around the EXPO New Mexico State Fair grounds beginning Sept. 4, marking the start of seasonal […]
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Albuquerque Honors Police, Fire Dogs with New Park Signs
The city has installed new signs at dog parks honoring local service dogs that have worked alongside police officers and firefighters to protect the community. The Parks & Recreation Department placed the first two signs at Vista del Norte Dog Park and Westgate Dog Park on Thursday, Aug. 28, with plans to install signs at […]
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Marble Brewery Inks Deal to Brew Bosque Beers
What started as a regulatory snag for one of Albuquerque’s top breweries has turned into a first-of-its-kind partnership in New Mexico’s craft beer scene. Marble Brewery confirmed to City Desk that it will produce and distribute Bosque Brewing’s flagship beers statewide while Bosque works through wastewater compliance issues at its facility in the Town of Bernalillo. The […]