New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez is among 24 state attorneys general taking the Trump administration to court over its plans to withhold Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in November if the government shutdown continues. A lawsuit, which is also joined by the governors of Kansas, Kentucky and Pennsylvania, was filed Tuesday in the […]
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Posted inLocal Government, Town of Bernalillo
Bernalillo shelter moving forward, broadband expansion paused
In a brief meeting Monday evening, Bernalillo town councilors cleared a zoning path for the creation of a new Sandoval County animal shelter. County animal services officials told councilors the project will help fill a desperate need for space and create more opportunities for medical care, adoptions and other services. The zoning change, from rural […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
Glass artists showcase fused and stained works at Placitas gallery
Wild Hearts Gallery will feature “Glass Inspirations,” an exhibition of fused and stained glass by three artists blending ancient techniques with contemporary design, from Oct. 28 through Nov. 30. The show features work by Lisa Chernoff, who creates kiln-fused glass pieces, and Nancy and Jon Couch, who specialize in stained glass and interactive light installations. […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Westside Albuquerque
Rio Rancho schools seek $80 million bond for infrastructure, security improvements
Rio Rancho Public Schools has an $80 million bond measure on the Nov. 4 local election ballot, seeking voter approval for infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements and facility improvements across the district. The bond would not increase property tax rates for Rio Rancho residents, according to district officials. Chief Operating Officer Michael Baker said the district […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, New Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
State moving to expedite food bank aid amid SNAP benefit suspension, governor says
New Mexico is preparing to quickly distribute millions of dollars to food banks, as federal monthly food assistance benefits are expected to cease in November if the government shutdown continues. Gov. Michelle Lujan Griusham said in a press release on Saturday that her administration is considering every legal and administrative option to address the situation […]
Posted inOpinion & Analysis
On the content of one’s character
“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” In the six decades since it was delivered, this famous sentence from Rev. Martin Luther King’s “I Have A Dream” […]
Posted inEdgewood
Town of Edgewood to review employment, pipeline reroute
The Town of Edgewood Commission will deliberate on employment, appointment and discipline of several town employees on Tuesday, Oct. 28. According to the agenda, new business will include reviewing and taking action on a location for retired flags to be dropped off at Town Hall, reviewing a request for Marathon Pipeline to reroute its existing […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
Sandia Pueblo’s new Early Childhood Center fosters creativity
Sandia Pueblo celebrated the grand opening of a new Early Childhood Development Center on Friday, unveiling a facility that tribal leaders say was designed with child brain development at the forefront. Gov. Felix Chaves and other tribal leaders joined U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., and other dignitaries for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the center, which […]
Posted inLocal Government, Westside Albuquerque
Torrance County approves emergency declaration for Melody Ranch water crisis
Torrance County commissioners unanimously approved a disaster declaration Monday for the failing Melody Ranch water system, a move that could unlock state financial resources for residents who have been without reliable water service for months. The Board of County Commissioners voted 3-0 to adopt Resolution 2025-45 during a special meeting, declaring a 30-day state of […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
USDA: Emergency funds will not be used for SNAP during shutdown
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) says emergency funds won’t be used to provide SNAP payments to states if the shutdown continues into November, as Senate Democrats insisted was possible. In a memo released Friday, the USDA blamed Democrats for the nearly 24-day government shutdown and said that money from the contingency funds cannot be […]