More Bernalillo County residents can now build casitas on their properties, after county commissioners Tuesday approved zoning changes. Zoning administrator Maggie Gould said the measure will simplify the approval process for owners of one-acre or larger lots, and allow owners of smaller lots to seek special permits to erect casitas. She said the new rules […]
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County casitas restrictions loosened
More Bernalillo County residents can now build casitas on their properties, after county commissioners Tuesday approved zoning changes. Zoning administrator Maggie Gould said the measure will simplify the approval process for owners of one-acre or larger lots, and allow owners of smaller lots to seek special permits to erect casitas. She said the new rules […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Lawmakers announce bills to address health care worker shortage
By Susan Morée A group of legislators Tuesday announced a slate of bills aimed at improving the quality of healthcare in the face of private equity ownership in New Mexico. With approximately 38% percent of New Mexico hospitals owned by private equity, legislators are looking to address private equity ownership they say leads to staffing […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy
Marble Brewery name, beer intact after shakeup
Albuquerque takes its breweries and beers seriously, and the industry employs hundreds of people. It explains why there were months of public handwringing over the potential fate of one of its oldest and most popular: Marble Brewery. After 16 years in business, there were rumors it would file for bankruptcy or close its three locations. […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy
Marble Brewery name, beer intact after shakeup
Albuquerque takes its breweries and beers seriously, and the industry employs hundreds of people. It explains why there were months of public handwringing over the potential fate of one of its oldest and most popular: Marble Brewery. After 16 years in business, there were rumors it would file for bankruptcy or close its three locations. […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government
ABQ city councilor’s family starts fund to advance research for rare disease
After her grandson was diagnosed with a rare genetic disease, Albuquerque City Councilor Renée Grout and her family were stunned to find the lack of research on the condition. Now they have created a $3 million fund in hopes of advancing research and treatments. “We’re trying to not just fund this research, but bring awareness […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government
ABQ city councilor’s family starts fund to advance research for rare disease
After her grandson was diagnosed with a rare genetic disease, Albuquerque City Councilor Renée Grout and her family were stunned to find the lack of research on the condition. Now they have created a $3 million fund in hopes of advancing research and treatments. “We’re trying to not just fund this research, but bring awareness […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside Albuquerque
Rio Rancho Police Say Officer-Involved Shooting Suspect Had No Gun But Mimicked Shooting Stance
Rio Rancho Police released details Tuesday about an Española man who police shot on Jan. 11 and was subsequently hospitalized and arrested. According to a press release from the Rio Rancho Police Department, an unnamed officer shot Audelio Lopez once in the chest as “he was using his body stance and hands to mimic the […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Westside Albuquerque
On the Brink…
Commentary submitted by Randi McGinn As the nation collectively holds its breath awaiting the incoming administration of Donald Trump (Will America be made Great Again or will chaos & billionaires reign?), I am reminded of my visit to Germany about six months after Trump was elected the last time in 2016. I was fortunate enough […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Delegation has to choose, as inauguration, MLK Jr. holiday coincide
New Mexico congressional delegates are facing a bit of a scheduling conflict next week. The 47th presidential inauguration is set for Monday, Jan. 20, which also is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Both events are traditionally filled with politicos and lawmakers, but they don’t often happen on the same day. U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury […]