Corner to Corner Diane Denish is a former lieutenant governor of New Mexico. She is a native of Hobbs and now lives in Albuquerque. Reach her at diane@dianedenish.com The New Mexico Legislature just wrapped up a special session convened by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. The goal was to protect New Mexicans from looming federal budget […]
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How and where to vote in the city election in 2025
Every Albuquerque voter has a reason to vote in 2025. The only citywide elected office, mayor, is on the ballot along with five of nine city councilors and a long list of local bond questions for the city, school districts, and some local governments. Other local communities including Los Ranchos and Tijeras also have local […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Gov signs 3 of 4 special session bills to soften impacts of federal cuts
By Alex Ross, NM Political Report New Mexico lawmakers concluded a two-day special legislative session on Thursday, where they shored up state food assistance and health care programs amid looming cuts in federal funding and spiking health insurance premiums. The New Mexico Senate adjourned Sine die shortly after noon, and the New Mexico House of […]
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County partners in free ride program for Balloon Fiesta safety
Sandoval County residents can take advantage of free rides during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta through a multi-county safety initiative. The “Take a Ride on Us” program provides up to $10 off two Uber trips from 10 a.m. Friday through 3 p.m. Oct. 12, according to a news release from program partners. Sandoval County joins […]
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Let’s talk, Placitas
Placitas residents looking to be updated on all the major issues in the community may get their wish Oct. 12. The Eastern Sandoval Citizens Association’s annual meeting will feature guest speakers with new information on prescribed burns, fire insurance, the end of a nearby mining operation and other topics. Elouisa “Lou” Macias of the New […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside Albuquerque
Rio Rancho to host national teen theater initiative against gun violence
Local teens will take the stage Monday night as part of a nationwide theater initiative aimed at confronting gun violence through youth voices and dramatic performance. “ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence” will be presented at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, at the Rio Rancho Events Center. The local production, organized by Rio Rancho Creative […]
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Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District to host Wood Chipper Day in Placitas
The Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District will host a Wood Chipper Day on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Antonio de Las Huertas Land Grant located at 1 Camino de la Buena Vista in Placitas. The event encourages residents to clear vegetation around their homes and properties as […]
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City will pay to air Keller speech on TV, again
The City of Albuquerque will once again pay to rebroadcast Mayor Tim Keller’s 2025 State of the City address Sunday, Oct. 5, on KRQE — the fifth taxpayer-funded airing since September as he seeks a third term and just two days before absentee ballots are mailed to voters in the hotly-contested mayor’s election. According to […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
Greg Cunningham enters race for Congress in CD2, covering southern NM and ABQ’s Westside
A Republican former two-time New Mexico legislative candidate will seek his party’s nomination to challenge U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM-02) in next year’s midterm election. New Mexico Political Report first reported in September that Greg Cunningham, a 59-year-old Marine Corps veteran and former Albuquerque Police detective, was preparing to enter the race. He made it […]
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Legislative update: Senate, House adjourn after tackling fixes to plug budget holes caused by federal cuts
The New Mexico House and Senate adjourned Thursday, completing a special session called to offset anticipated federal funding cuts to state programs. Senators adjourned just after noon, while the House remained in session until 5:15 p.m. All five bills brought up that align with the issues listed in the governor’s proclamation for the special session […]