The fall and winter seasons pose a fresh set of challenges to those experiencing homelessness on Albuquerque’s streets, including hypothermia, frostbite and a greater spread of colds and viruses. To stay warm and often to cook food, some turn to lighting small illegal fires outside, which can result in significant injuries, property damage and property […]
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County Commissioner Olivas responds to triple homicide
A horrific scene unfolded at a home in Tijeras over the weekend as the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office says a 24-year-old man killed his father, mother and sister on Oct. 13. BCSO Sheriff John Allen said Adlai Mestre confessed to killing his family after three people were found dead in a ravine near the home. […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government
Trash talk: Bin repair and replacement delays compounded by a large back order
At a recent Albuquerque City Council meeting, a councilor called out the Solid Waste Management Department after a constituent told her his trash can was damaged by a garbage truck and he had been waiting more than a month for a replacement. But he is not the only one. Councilor Klarissa Peña asked Solid Waste […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government
Trash talk: Bin repair and replacement delays compounded by a large back order
At a recent Albuquerque City Council meeting, a councilor called out the Solid Waste Management Department after a constituent told her his trash can was damaged by a garbage truck and he had been waiting more than a month for a replacement. But he is not the only one. Councilor Klarissa Peña asked Solid Waste […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
Heinrich, Domenici clash over abortion, oil, inflation
Abortion rights and energy policy dominated a Monday afternoon debate between the major-party candidates for a seat in the U.S. Senate. Democratic incumbent Sen. Martin Heinrich and Republican challenger Nella Domenici sparred during the televised debate, while also selling themselves to voters as the best choice for Washington, D.C. “I’ve spent my career fighting to […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
Heinrich, Domenici clash over abortion, oil, inflation
Abortion rights and energy policy dominated a Monday afternoon debate between the major-party candidates for a seat in the U.S. Senate. Democratic incumbent Sen. Martin Heinrich and Republican challenger Nella Domenici sparred during the televised debate, while also selling themselves to voters as the best choice for Washington, D.C. “I’ve spent my career fighting to […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Housing & Homelessness
Officials pursue new housing wing at Gateway Center
Albuquerque and Bernalillo County officials are on the hunt for $40 million to convert a wing of the Gateway Center on Gibson Boulevard — formerly a hospital facility — into apartment units. Such permanent supportive housing projects are considered by many advocates as a successful method to address chronic homelessness. The idea is included on […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Housing & Homelessness
Officials pursue new housing wing at Gateway Center
Albuquerque and Bernalillo County officials are on the hunt for $40 million to convert a wing of the Gateway Center on Gibson Boulevard — formerly a hospital facility — into apartment units. Such permanent supportive housing projects are considered by many advocates as a successful method to address chronic homelessness. The idea is included on […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Pueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Cates and Ennenga face off for District 44
In the Nov. 5 General Election, voters in New Mexico’s House District 44 will choose between incumbent Democrat Kathleen Cates and challenger, Republican Ali Ennenga, deciding between Cates’ experience and Ennenga’s fresh approach to representing Bernalillo and Sandoval counties. Cates is seeking reelection, highlighting her understanding of the district’s issues, such as water management, infrastructure […]
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BCSO: Man kills three family members in Tijeras
By Kevin Hendricks, The Independent Authorities say a 24-year-old man is in custody and facing several charges, including three open counts of murder, after admitting to Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office deputies that he killed his father, mother and sister on Oct. 13. BCSO Sheriff John Allen held a press conference in Albuquerque Monday to share […]