Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Opinion & Analysis, Pueblos, Westside Albuquerque

Letter to the Editor: Sen. Padilla’s only crime was being a Democrat

Submitted by Karen Schafer, Rio Rancho Dear Editor, Many deplorable things are happening because of the Trump administration’s policies.  Many people have listed them, so I won’t do that.  I will only mention my shock, dismay and disbelief that a United States Senator was thrown to the floor and handcuffed. This action is truly reminiscent […]

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Placitas Community Library announces 2025 Summer Reading Program

The Placitas Community Library is inviting children ages Pre-K through 11 and their families to participate in its 2025 In-Person Summer Reading Program. The program, themed “Color Our World: All About Art and Artists,” will be held on Saturdays from 1-3 PM. The summer reading program will feature various art-related activities. Scheduled events include a […]

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“F*ing thugs.”: New Mexicans in Congress react strongly to removal of senator from Noem press conference

Curse words and outrage peppered reactions by New Mexico’s elected U.S. senators and representatives to news that California’s Hispanic Senator, Alex Padilla, was forcibly removed by law enforcement from a press conference with U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem on Thursday. Kristi later told reporters that Padilla had not identified himself, though video widely […]

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Moriarty approves hiring police officers, offering training incentives

The Moriarty City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved hiring five police officers and offering training incentives for officers to receive certain types of certification. The incentives will encourage officers to seek training in general instruction, firearm instruction, field officer training and evidence technician. Chief Adan Urbina said those certifications often require classes. “That’s a lot […]