Defendants in a lawsuit alleging a conspiracy to illegally remove free-roaming horses from public land on the east side of the Sandia Mountains have filed motions to dismiss the case, each citing improper venue. Wild Horse Observers Association, a Placitas-based non-profit, filed the 25-page lawsuit in Santa Fe County District Court in November against that […]
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Bernalillo hires new Economic Development Director
On January 22, the Town of Bernalillo welcomed Christina Jones to its leadership team, filling the position of Economic and Community Development Director. Prior to joining the Town of Bernalillo, Jones worked with Sandoval County Economic Development and Tourism Department for a total of seven years and three years in the Assessors office. Within her […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
February Placitas Artist Series concert features string quartet
The music of string quartets will fill the air at the February 11 concert at Las PlacitasPresbyterian Church. The program was chosen by cellist, James Holland and violinist, Megan Holland. The Hollands will be joined by violinist David Felberg and violist Kim Fredenburgh, all of whom have been frequent participants in PAS concerts. The program […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Wild dogs threaten livestock in Sandoval County
The Sandoval County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a pack of aggressive dogs active around the area of Hidalgo Rd and Sandia Blvd in Rio Rancho. The group of 4-5 dogs is likely domestic, possibly Shepard-mix and Pitbull-mix breeds. The dogs have attacked livestock in the areas and have been “aggressive toward humans”according to […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Courts, Justice & Safety
District Attorney’s Office, once again, has a public list of untrustworthy officers
The Second Judicial District Attorney’s Office is once again publishing its list of untrustworthy law enforcement officers online. Last week, City Desk ABQ reported that with the change in administration the DA’s office was no longer publicly listing officers who need Giglio disclosures—anything that could cast doubt on their integrity as a witness. Four of […]
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After 10 hours of deliberations, superintendent vote pushed to next week
Albuquerque will have to wait until next week to find out who will be running its public schools. The board’s executive session lasted more than 10 hours on Wednesday before a vote to table the decision. A candidate needs at least four votes from the seven-member board before moving forward to discussing an employment contract, […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Courts, Justice & Safety
A court employee alerted police oversight board about cop’s offer to fix DWI case months before FBI raids
Months before FBI raids of APD cops and a local attorney, a court official alerted the police oversight agency about an offer to fix a DWI case
Posted inNew Mexico State Gov., New Mexico Statewide News
Gov. says Google will use satellites and sensors to help New Mexico cities find leaky pipes. Here’s how.
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press | ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico is teaming up with Google to hunt for leaky water pipes using satellite imagery as the drought-stricken state prepares for a future in which growing demand puts more pressure on already dwindling drinking water supplies. State officials made the announcement Tuesday as […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Courts, Justice & Safety
5 years, 29 cases, just 1 conviction
Since 2017, nearly every DWI case where Albuquerque Police Officer Honorio Alba made the arrest and Thomas Clear was the defense attorney ended up getting dismissed. A City Desk ABQ review of court records in the 29 cases revealed that only one case resulted in a defendant being sentenced. Over and over the cases were […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government
What do you think of the city’s Rail Trail idea? The city wants to know.
The City’s Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) published the public comment draft of the comprehensive report “Advancing Inclusive Growth through the Albuquerque Rail Trail,” with the idea of creating a more inclusive and vibrant urban environment in Albuquerque. Now the City is asking the community to read the report and give feedback via a survey at cabq.gov/railtrailequity. […]