By WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS Gas prices are once again on the decline across the U.S., bringing some relief to drivers now paying a little less to fill up their tanks. The national average for gas prices on Monday stood around $3.44, according to AAA. That’s down about 9 cents from a week ago — marking the […]
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Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
New Mexico again ranks at the bottom for child wellbeing
This story is republished from NM Political Report, a nonprofit news outlet, as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in independent news coverage that matters to Albuquerque. By Susan Dunlap New Mexico continues to rank at the bottom of the country for child well-being, with a score of 50th and also at […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside Albuquerque
President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal gun trial
By RANDALL CHASE, CLAUDIA LAUER, MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, COLLEEN LONG and ALANNA DURKIN RICHER / Associated Press WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Hunter Biden was convicted Tuesday of all three felony charges related to the purchase of a revolver in 2018 when, prosecutors argued, the president’s son lied on a mandatory gun-purchase form by saying he was not illegally […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Jobs, Workers & Economy, New Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Fight over constitutional provisions to guard against oil, gas pollution moves ahead in New Mexico
By MORGAN LEE and SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN A New Mexico judge cleared the way Monday for a landmark lawsuit to proceed that alleges the state has failed to meet its constitutional obligations for protecting against oil and gas pollution. Environmental groups and Native Americans who live near oil wells in the No. 2 producing state in the […]
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Edgewood Wants Your Photos!
If you’ve got a knack for getting that perfect shot, the Town of Edgewood wants to see what you’ve got. As part of the town’s celebrations leading up to the 25th anniversary on July 1, organizers are looking for Edgewood residents to submit their best shots around town in the Essence of Edgewood Photo Competition. […]
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Edgewood Wants Your Photos!
If you’ve got a knack for getting that perfect shot, the Town of Edgewood wants to see what you’ve got. As part of the town’s celebrations leading up to the 25th anniversary on July 1, organizers are looking for Edgewood residents to submit their best shots around town in the Essence of Edgewood Photo Competition. […]
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NMDOT Extends Public Comment on Plans to Demolish Carnuel Bridge
After the New Mexico Department of Transportation held a meeting May 16 to hear public concerns about its I-40 Tijeras Arroyo Bridges study, there has been a huge public interest and response. The study was a process officials followed to gather data for a new project proposal. The proposal recommends replacing the I-40 eastbound/westbound bridge, […]
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NMDOT Extends Public Comment on Plans to Demolish Carnuel Bridge
After the New Mexico Department of Transportation held a meeting May 16 to hear public concerns about its I-40 Tijeras Arroyo Bridges study, there has been a huge public interest and response. The study was a process officials followed to gather data for a new project proposal. The proposal recommends replacing the I-40 eastbound/westbound bridge, […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Jobs, Workers & Economy, Westside Albuquerque
What will become of The Epoch Times with its chief financial officer accused of money laundering?
By DAVID BAUDER / ASSOCIATED PRESS The arrest of an executive at The Epoch Times in a money-laundering scheme this week has drawn attention to a media outlet that has lived largely in the shadows since its founding in 2000 and a transformation during the Trump administration. Federal prosecutors in New York charged Weidong “Bill” Guan of […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, Westside Albuquerque
Alzheimer’s drug that can slow disease gets backing from FDA advisers
By MATTHEW PERRONE / ASSOCIATED PRESS A closely watched Alzheimer’s drug from Eli Lilly won the backing of federal health advisers on Monday, setting the stage for the treatment’s expected approval for people with mild dementia caused by the brain-robbing disease. Food and Drug Administration advisers voted unanimously that the drug’s ability to slow the disease outweighs […]