By Michael Scherer, The Washington Post (c) 2024 House Democrats launched a new effort Wednesday to recruit challengers for Republican districts in Arizona, Michigan, California and Virginia that were not contested this year, as a first step to taking back control of the House after falling just three seats short. “The way we are looking […]
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Posted inPueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Biden administration finalizes new regulations amid GOP repeal threats
Tony Romm, The Washington Post (c) 2024 The Biden administration is preparing new rules that would limit “junk fees,” cap bank overdraft charges and shield Americans from medical debt, as officials race over the next six weeks to finalize the remainder of the president’s economic agenda. The 11th-hour push has drawn sharp rebukes from President-elect […]
Posted inPueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Biden administration finalizes new regulations amid GOP repeal threats
Tony Romm, The Washington Post (c) 2024 The Biden administration is preparing new rules that would limit “junk fees,” cap bank overdraft charges and shield Americans from medical debt, as officials race over the next six weeks to finalize the remainder of the president’s economic agenda. The 11th-hour push has drawn sharp rebukes from President-elect […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Edgewood Amends Cannabis Ordinance to Ensure Legal Accuracy
During Edgewood’s Regular Meeting Dec. 10, the town commissioners approved amendments to the cannabis ordinance to correct a technical error regarding conditional use and variances. The main legal concern for the Cannabis Ordinance 2022-03 was correcting a technical error by removing the word “variance” to avoid any potential legal challenge in the future. This correction […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Puffing, Painting, Improving the Community
A community club will be hosting a cannabis-themed Winter Solstice celebration in Estancia this month, where participants are invited to create artwork and find potential solutions to problems facing their Torrance County community. The Estancia Valley High Society and Thriving Roots are teaming up to put on their Winter Solstice Puff and Paint event Dec. […]
Posted inWestside Albuquerque
Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission Unanimously Supports Controversial Solar Project
The Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommends that the county commission approve a request by an Argentina-based energy developer for a zoning change that would allow a controversial solar farm with battery storage to move forward. The planning and zoning commission voted on the zone change during a lengthy meeting Tuesday evening in […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Edgewood, it’s time to Stuff the Bus
The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD), also known as the Blue Bus, is partnering with the Town of Edgewood, Edgewood Lions Club of New Mexico, Sandia Mountain Lions Club and East Mountain Food Pantry to host a Stuff-The-Bus Event aimed at helping families in need during the holiday season. The food drive is set […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
The Edge of Christmas
The Town of Edgewood hosted an all-day Christmas party Dec. 7 full of twinkling lights, caroling and a visit from Santa at Venus Park. Edgewood’s Parks & Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council partnered on this year’s Reindeer Run, a free 5K event that was open to fitness buffs of any age or skill […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Where’s My Mail?: Mail/Porch Piracy in Edgewood
Recently, Edgewood residents have been affected by mail theft, or “porch pirates,” as online shopping has increased. Recent social media posts have made Edgewood’s complaints heard. Cases range from missing mail and wrong delivery addresses to suspicion of having packages stolen. Mail or porch pirate refers to individuals who steal packages or mail left outside […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
State portal for missing Indigenous people needs work, families say
This story is published in partnership with New Mexico In Depth, a nonprofit local newsroom, as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in independent news coverage that matters to Albuquerque. By Bella Davis, New Mexico In Depth There are 194 Indigenous people listed as missing from New Mexico and the Navajo […]