Submitted by Kenneth and Kathleen DeHoffBad Coyote Farm, Corrales In September 2024, the 13th District Court ruled that the Sandoval County Assessor’s mass appraisal method for Corrales is unlawful, confirming what we’ve experienced firsthand since moving here in 2021. As longtime Sandoval County residents, my wife and I trusted the assessor to fairly value our […]
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ABQ water lines lead-free
New federal regulations require the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority to search its network for lead in water pipes leading into homes and businesses. So far, so good. The water utility authority’s ongoing inventory of water lines hasn’t found any lead lines in Albuquerque as of Monday, Spokesperson David Morris said.. The agency is […]
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ABQ water lines lead-free
New federal regulations require the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority to search its network for lead in water pipes leading into homes and businesses. So far, so good. The water utility authority’s ongoing inventory of water lines hasn’t found any lead lines in Albuquerque as of Monday, Spokesperson David Morris said.. The agency is […]
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Days of the Mama Lucy Gang and Cowboy Coalition
In 1984 New Mexico voters took a turn to the right, sending more moderates and conservatives of both parties to the Legislature. Back then the parties entertained a greater range of ideas. After voters had spoken, conservatives had a new opportunity take back the House. Rep. Jerry Sandel, a conservative Democrat from Farmington, became the […]
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Super rich appointees, politicos will set policy for ordinary Americans
Billionaires’ and multi-millionaires’ increasing presence in the Senate and in the Trump Administration? Yes, it’s true. First up is Sen. Rick Scott of Florida. Scott’s net worth is near $350 million, making him the richest U. S. senator. He made his money in for-profit healthcare when he was CEO of Columbia/HCA hospitals. Part of his […]
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One million reads and beyond
As editor of City Desk ABQ, I’m proud to announce a major milestone: We’ve received one million reads since the organization launched in January. What that means is even before we hit our one-year anniversary, we’ve delivered to readers a long list of stories they couldn’t find anywhere else. When City Desk launched, the goal […]
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One million reads and beyond
As editor of City Desk ABQ, I’m proud to announce a major milestone: We’ve received one million reads since the organization launched in January. What that means is even before we hit our one-year anniversary, we’ve delivered to readers a long list of stories they couldn’t find anywhere else. When City Desk launched, the goal […]
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City Council to discuss legislative priorities
With the state’s legislative session set to start in about two months, the Albuquerque City Council is preparing its priorities for state lawmakers and is expected to discuss what will make the cut during Monday’s meeting. Councilors discussed the resolution for the council’s legislative agenda during the Nov. 4 meeting but deferred it for further […]
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City Council to discuss legislative priorities
With the state’s legislative session set to start in about two months, the Albuquerque City Council is preparing its priorities for state lawmakers and is expected to discuss what will make the cut during Monday’s meeting. Councilors discussed the resolution for the council’s legislative agenda during the Nov. 4 meeting but deferred it for further […]
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La Cueva High School locked down after student allegedly flashed a gun on campus
A student at La Cueva High School was in police custody Friday after the school was locked down following a report of the student flashing a firearm. La Cueva Principal Maurice Guerin sent a letter to school families, saying police had confiscated the student’s backpack, which was believed to contain the weapon. He wrote that […]