A Torrance County man is suing the Town of Estancia and former Estancia Police Officer Milton Torrez, alleging he was severely injured by Torrez’s police vehicle when he was “forced” […]
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How to beat the heat in Albuquerque
Summer has arrived and the heat has returned to New Mexico. In Albuquerque, the temperature reached over 100 degrees Thursday. Temperatures across the state are expected to reach triple digits […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, Sandoval County
Sandoval County Sees Big Economic Growth
The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) released its quarterly report for the state’s 33 counties this week, highlighting significant growth in Sandoval County. The data for the report is […]
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River Rescue Team Patrols Rio Grande
With the weather warming and heavy rains falling, the Rio Grande is a popular destination for swimmers, kayakers and boaters. The Rio Grande Basin Heavy Technical Rescue Team is conducting […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Politics & Elections
One in 10 Democratic Primary Voters in NM Chose ‘Uncommitted’ Instead of Joe Biden
After nearly 13,000 people voted “Uncommitted” in New Mexico’s Democratic primary election, campaign organizers expressed gratitude for being able to feel empowered and in community with each other eight months […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Placitas
Aging Pipeline in Placitas Gets Repairs
Placitas residents, represented by the Las Placitas Association (LPA), have longstanding concerns about an aging crude oil pipeline running through their community. Recent repairs have sparked renewed anxiety over safety […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Syndicated
Report says ‘poor maintenance’ led to deadly 2022 crash of firefighting helicopter in New Mexico
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN A loss of engine power due to poor maintenance caused a 2022 helicopter crash in New Mexico that claimed the lives of four Bernalillo County first […]
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Overnight shelters, wall heights, boats in the front yard: See what zoning changes could be coming
City councilors plan to discuss several zoning amendments at their Monday meeting that could impact neighborhoods or businesses across Albuquerque. The 11 proposals to the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO) touch […]
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Opening of Los Padillas pool delayed
The grand opening of Los Padillas pool in the far South Valley is delayed indefinitely due to contractors finding numerous problems. The pool was originally expected to open on Saturday, […]
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The Independent News: June 13, 2024
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