By Damon Scott New Mexico’s prohibition on rent control will stay in place for at least another year after a bill to repeal it didn’t make it to lawmakers for a vote. The 60-day New Mexico legislative session came to an end Saturday, and along with it, the fate of hundreds of bills. Advocates say […]
Albuquerque
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.
Those in Council District 6 will get a say in capital spending
By Rodd Cayton Albuquerque City Council District 6 residents will have the chance to make their voices heard on how to spend $1.5 million in city funding in their neighborhoods, starting Saturday. Residents aged 11 and older will have nine projects to choose from; District 6 Councilor Nichole Rogers says people who work in the […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.
Those in Council District 6 will get a say in capital spending
By Rodd Cayton Albuquerque City Council District 6 residents will have the chance to make their voices heard on how to spend $1.5 million in city funding in their neighborhoods, starting Saturday. Residents aged 11 and older will have nine projects to choose from; District 6 Councilor Nichole Rogers says people who work in the […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety, Local Gov.
Mayor: Program breaks cycle of violence among city’s high risk
By Damon Scott Freddie Sedillo is still in contact with gang members who are involved in stabbings, shootings and drugs — but now it’s to convince them to step away from the chaos. The 52-year-old said his background, which includes decades in prison and almost six years in solitary confinement, makes his plea more powerful […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety, Local Gov.
Mayor: Program breaks cycle of violence among city’s high risk
By Damon Scott Freddie Sedillo is still in contact with gang members who are involved in stabbings, shootings and drugs — but now it’s to convince them to step away from the chaos. The 52-year-old said his background, which includes decades in prison and almost six years in solitary confinement, makes his plea more powerful […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, New Mexico Statewide News
NMPBS general manager outlines threats to public media ahead of Congressional hearing
This story is republished from KUNM as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in independent news coverage that matters to Albuquerque. Thank you to donors whose support allows us to share these stories. Donate to allow us to continue to bring stories like this. By Megan Kamerick, KUNM On March 26, […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, New Mexico Statewide News
NMPBS general manager outlines threats to public media ahead of Congressional hearing
This story is republished from KUNM as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in independent news coverage that matters to Albuquerque. Thank you to donors whose support allows us to share these stories. Donate to allow us to continue to bring stories like this. By Megan Kamerick, KUNM On March 26, […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.
City to host ‘Defend ABQ Town Hall’
By Matthew Reichbach The City of Albuquerque will hold a “Defend ABQ Town Hall” with city leaders including Mayor Tim Keller this Sunday. The town hall will include a discussion on how the City of Albuquerque is dealing with funding cuts, job cuts and other actions by the Donald Trump administration. Albuquerque has a large […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.
City to host ‘Defend ABQ Town Hall’
By Matthew Reichbach The City of Albuquerque will hold a “Defend ABQ Town Hall” with city leaders including Mayor Tim Keller this Sunday. The town hall will include a discussion on how the City of Albuquerque is dealing with funding cuts, job cuts and other actions by the Donald Trump administration. Albuquerque has a large […]
NM Political Report
Former legislative candidate convicted in shootings of lawmakers homes
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