This commentary is provided by Merilee Dannemann.You can submit your own: editor@citydesk.org We remember the killing of a 5-year-old girl in 2023, shot in a drive-by shooting that was motivated by a dispute between the shooter and another teenager. It still breaks our hearts. That is partly because the little girl, Galilea Samaniego, was an innocent […]
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Military and commercial flight collisions less likely in ABQ
In light of a fatal air collision in Washington D.C., an Air Force spokesperson told CityDesk ABQ that Kirtland Air Force Base and the Albuquerque International Sunport use various communication methods to keep the skies over the city safe. Earlier this week, dozens of people were killed when a commercial jetliner and an Army helicopter […]
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Military and commercial flight collisions less likely in ABQ
In light of a fatal air collision in Washington D.C., an Air Force spokesperson told CityDesk ABQ that Kirtland Air Force Base and the Albuquerque International Sunport use various communication methods to keep the skies over the city safe. Earlier this week, dozens of people were killed when a commercial jetliner and an Army helicopter […]
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Advocates say law makes bicyclists safer, drivers less hostile
Albuquerque is known as a desirable place for recreational bicyclists (think Paseo del Bosque Trail and others), but as in many cities, it can be a nightmare for two-wheeled commuters sharing the street with vehicles. Bicyclists get frustrated with aggressive or distracted drivers and drivers get irked by bicyclists who occupy traffic lanes. There’s an […]
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Advocates say law makes bicyclists safer, drivers less hostile
Albuquerque is known as a desirable place for recreational bicyclists (think Paseo del Bosque Trail and others), but as in many cities, it can be a nightmare for two-wheeled commuters sharing the street with vehicles. Bicyclists get frustrated with aggressive or distracted drivers and drivers get irked by bicyclists who occupy traffic lanes. There’s an […]
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Council expected to consider $30 million bond for soccer stadium
The Albuquerque City Council is expected to consider multiple bills Monday night, including a proposal to approve a $30 million bond for the New Mexico United stadium and a proposal to approve a city-wide social media policy. City councilors may also vote on a bill to create review boards for tax increment financing districts. IRB […]
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Council expected to consider $30 million bond for soccer stadium
The Albuquerque City Council is expected to consider multiple bills Monday night, including a proposal to approve a $30 million bond for the New Mexico United stadium and a proposal to approve a city-wide social media policy. City councilors may also vote on a bill to create review boards for tax increment financing districts. IRB […]
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Vasquez says collaboration best path forward for NM
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez Thursday told the New Mexico Legislature that cooperation is key to the state’s future success. Speaking during a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives, Vasquez emphasized the importance of collaboration at state and federal levels to address New Mexico’s unique challenges and ensure a prosperous future for all […]
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Vasquez says collaboration best path forward for NM
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez Thursday told the New Mexico Legislature that cooperation is key to the state’s future success. Speaking during a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives, Vasquez emphasized the importance of collaboration at state and federal levels to address New Mexico’s unique challenges and ensure a prosperous future for all […]
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Stansbury pledges to fight for neighbors
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury, while addressing the New Mexico Legislature on Thursday, pledged to defend the most vulnerable New Mexicans as the second Trump administration pursues policies that target immigrants and put at risk gains made by marginalized communities. Stansbury represents New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District, which includes much of Albuquerque. “For those of you […]