A Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) corrections officer found herself behind bars after she was accused of having a relationship with an inmate. According to a Bernalillo County news release, MDC officials found out about the allegations Tuesday and reported them to the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO). The officer, Chevonne Culbreath — a probationary employee […]
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Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News
APS: Information sharing led to campus gun seizure
School officials say efforts to get students to report suspicious activity were instrumental in recovering two firearms at Volcano Vista High School this week. A junior at the school faces felony charges after the weapons were reportedly found in his backpack and vehicle Tuesday. Another person on campus reported behavior that led school staff to […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
Combating Political AI and Deepfakes
Secretary of state’s advertising campaign fights AI-driven election misinformation In preparation for the November election, Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver has launched a statewide campaign to educate voters on the risks of artificial intelligence and deepfakes in elections, aiming to raise awareness and safeguard the integrity of the electoral process. The campaign, which launched […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Housing & Homelessness, New Mexico Statewide News
City, Human Rights Board clash on homelessness
A rift formed this summer between the city and its Human Rights Board over an analysis of the state of those experiencing homelessness in Albuquerque.The result is that a final report to be issued to the city won’t be submitted. Even though the all-volunteer board has no legal jurisdiction, it is empowered by city ordinance […]
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In New Mexico, straight ticket voting is a losing proposition
I find myself selecting the “Snooze for 30 days” option on social media more and more for my more strident connections as we get closer to the election and the anger from each side gets a little crazier. Democrats and Republicans alike are obsessed with cat-eating memes. J.D. Vance admits to “creating the story.” No […]
Posted inLocal Government
Are fluoride levels in ABQ’s water safe?
According to new research, extreme levels of fluoride in drinking water could be associated with lower IQ in children, but according to local water officials, Albuquerque and Bernalillo County’s fluoride levels are still safe for residents. In its “Monograph on the State of Science Concerning Fluoride Exposure and Neurodevelopment and Cognition,” the National Toxicology Program, […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, Westside Albuquerque
Sandoval County Amends Lease Agreement with Intel to Boost Economic Growth
Sandoval County Commissioners on Sept. 11 finalized an agreement that will allow continued multibillion-dollar investments in Intel’s Rio Rancho facility and local economic development through 2030. An initial amendment to a long-standing Industrial Revenue Bond agreement with Intel was approved at the Aug. 14 meeting. Afterward, it was sent to the county and Intel to […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
Election briefs: Elon Musk’s PAC jumps into New Mexico congressional race; Herrell campaign denounces 9/11 truther in her own ad
Elon Musk’s PAC spends to help Herrell defeat Vasquez A federal super PAC founded by Elon Musk to promote Donald Trump is apparently extending its reach down ballot into one of New Mexico’s most-contested congressional elections. Spending reports filed Monday by America PAC disclosed it has spent $86,997 so far this cycle in support of […]
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Alleyway renaissance emerges in International District
There’s an urban revitalization effort underway in the International District in an unlikely location — residential alleys. Those involved in the undertaking do so with little to no budget and say it’s an effective way to make the area safer, spark community engagement and assist those experiencing homelessness. After months of preparation, the South San […]
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Appeal of new University area coffee spot grinds to a halt
A new café may be on the way to the University area. The Albuquerque City Council on Monday denied the University Heights Neighborhood Association’s appeal of Albuquerque property owner Augustine Grace’s plan to convert two adjacent residential properties into a café and community gathering space. With plans to turn the two houses — 201 and […]