This letter is provided as opinion/commentary from the Randi McGinn. Have you ever been called upon to be someone’s hero? If you’ve chosen a “hero” career like nursing, firefighting, law enforcement or the military, you have that chance almost every day, usually in dramatic fashion. The rest of us don’t really think of ourselves as heroes […]
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Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Stansbury Ranking Member of DOGE Subcommittee and, no, it Isn’t Run by Elon Musk
By Matthew Reichbach U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury announced last week that she would serve as the ranking member of the DOGE Subcommittee on Oversight. The subcommittee was created by the Republican leadership of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. Stansbury, a Democrat who represents New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District, told NM Political Report Monday that the committee […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside Albuquerque
200 Social House Brings Fresh, Local Flavors to Bernalillo’s Dining Scene
By Jesse Jones A local restaurateur is giving American food a Southwest spin at Bernalillo’s newest upscale restaurant, 200 Social House. Dustin Darnell, owner of 200 Social House, is bringing the same “elevated” fine dining approach that defines his two other businesses, 3128 Social House and Gather, located in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill district. The restaurant […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government
Stansbury ranking member of DOGE subcommittee and, no, it isn’t run by Elon Musk
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury announced last week that she would serve as the ranking member of the DOGE Subcommittee on Oversight. The subcommittee was created by the Republican leadership of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. Stansbury, a Democrat who represents New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District, told NM Political Report Monday that the committee differs […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government
Stansbury ranking member of DOGE subcommittee and, no, it isn’t run by Elon Musk
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury announced last week that she would serve as the ranking member of the DOGE Subcommittee on Oversight. The subcommittee was created by the Republican leadership of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. Stansbury, a Democrat who represents New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District, told NM Political Report Monday that the committee differs […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government, New Mexico State Gov.
Will lawmakers help fund a safer Lomas experience?
Albuquerque’s most famous artery — Central Avenue — tends to attract the most attention, but its neighbor to the north is vying for some of the spotlight this year. City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn’s District 7, which includes a long stretch of Lomas Boulevard, argues it’s one that needs a fresh look. At stake, she said, […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government, New Mexico State Gov.
Will lawmakers help fund a safer Lomas experience?
Albuquerque’s most famous artery — Central Avenue — tends to attract the most attention, but its neighbor to the north is vying for some of the spotlight this year. City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn’s District 7, which includes a long stretch of Lomas Boulevard, argues it’s one that needs a fresh look. At stake, she said, […]
Posted inLocal Government
NM Dept of Transportation warns of delays near Paseo and Tramway
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is advising motorists to be alert and expect delays as a major construction project gets underway at Paseo Del Norte and Tramway boulevards. Crews started working Monday to install new traffic signals, add pedestrian access ramps and modify some turn lanes in an effort to improve safety. The […]
Posted inLocal Government
NM Dept of Transportation warns of delays near Paseo and Tramway
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is advising motorists to be alert and expect delays as a major construction project gets underway at Paseo Del Norte and Tramway boulevards. Crews started working Monday to install new traffic signals, add pedestrian access ramps and modify some turn lanes in an effort to improve safety. The […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News
Private investigator first to admit guilt in offering bribes to get intoxicated drivers off the hook
By SEJAL GOVINDARAO Associated Press A private investigator embroiled in a corruption scandal that rocked New Mexico’s law enforcement community for over a decade was the first to plead guilty to a slew of federal charges that include racketeering and bribery, according to court records released Friday. Ricardo Mendez took part in a yearslong scheme […]