By Amudalat Ajasa — The Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday that it plansto rescind and reconsider limits on four “forever chemicals” under a landmark drinking water standard implemented last year by President Joe Biden. The drinking water rules were adopted as part of the Biden administration’s efforts to limit public exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl […]
Staff report The Town of Edgewood will hold its “Dumpster Days” community service event on Saturday, May 17. The event is exclusively for Edgewood residents, who will be required to show ID. Hours of operation are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If the dumpsters are not full, the event will reopen on Sunday […]
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 […]
By Jesse Jones Most crimes in the City of Vision are down, with shoplifting being one of the few exceptions. According to the Rio Rancho Police Department’s 2024 Annual Report, shoplifting cases have increased by 13% since 2022, likely due to economic pressures and city growth. “Shoplifting is something that we’re always after,” Mayor Gregg […]
By Andrea Vasquez The Town of Edgewood recently announced the exciting return of their Annual Town Carnival, scheduled for June 5–8. The cherished summer tradition will be hosted by Sun Valley Rides and will take place at Venus Park for four days of classic carnival fun. The community is invited to enjoy a weekend packed […]
By Kevin Hendricks March municipal elections and voter identification requirements will remain in place in Rio Rancho after the Governing Body voted against eliminating them and opting into statewide elections at its May 8 meeting. Ordinance 13 failed in a 3-3 tie vote following public opposition. The power of the people was on full display […]
By Mariana Alfaro, Daniel Wu — The federal government has fully paid for benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program since it was created in 1939 as a way to fight food insecurity amid the Great Depression. But now, Republicans in Congress are looking into forcing states to pay for 5 to 25 percent of […]
By Jacob Bogage — New tax cuts. Massive spending on border security. Cuts to social safety net programs. Pullbacks on investments to fight climate change. New limits on student loans. If it becomes law, President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans’ massive bill will reshape much of the federal government – and the U.S. economy. GOP […]
By Jesse Jones The Town of Bernalillo has a new lead firefighter. Adam “AJ” Bonnett was sworn in as fire chief at the May 12 town council meeting after receiving unanimous support from the Councilors and mayor. Bonnett steps into the role at a time of steady growth and momentum for the department. After a […]
By Andrea Vasquez The Town of Edgewood will not proceed with its plans to install a Safe Haven Baby Box— a secure device that allows for the anonymous surrender of infants. Edgewood had been actively working to become part of the state’s Safe Haven for Infants Act initiative, which allows parents to legally and safely […]
