Karl Refisteck is the director of New Mexico’s Administrative Office of the Courts, which oversees operations of the state’s court system. By Karl Reifsteck, Administrative Office of the Courts — The founders of our nation viewed a fair, impartial, and independent judiciary as a cornerstone for the government they envisioned 250 years ago when breaking […]
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Posted inAlbuquerque
City closes part of Bosque for fire prevention, Jetty Jack removal
With little snowpack and early season heat waves hitting the city in February, 2026 is shaping up to be an historically dangerous year for wildfire conditions so the City of Albuquerque is getting a head start on wildfire prevention along the Bosque. City officials will close an 18-acre area north of Campbell Rd. and west […]
Posted inSandoval County
Sandoval County animal shelter wins $9,500 for holiday adoption program
Sandoval County’s animal shelter is $9,500 richer after earning recognition for its holiday adoption efforts — money that will go directly toward getting more pets ready for their forever homes. The county’s Animal Care Services received an $8,500 award from the Helen Woodward/Blue Buffalo Home 4 the Holidays Initiative, which recognizes shelters that boost adoption […]
Posted inEnvironment, Conservation & Climate
Rio Grande water levels “no longer sufficient” to meet irrigator and river needs, says MRGCD
Middle Rio Grande Valley farmers are facing a tough, unpredictable irrigation season. While an early runoff from the mountains allowed for a head start, river flows have already plunged by about a third since early March. While water demand climbs, river flows have dropped to 30% of early March levels, straining the region’s irrigation system. […]
Posted inEast Mountains, Local Government
Tijeras Mayor plans town hall before hearing on North 14 zoning change
Tijeras Mayor Jake Bruton says he’s been spending much of his time on the phone with residents concerned about a potential new development near I-40 and State Route 14, and he’s still listening. He’s inviting community members to share their thoughts at a special town hall Sunday. The Village Council will consider a zoning change […]
Posted inElections & Politics, Rio Rancho
Meet the new guard, same as the old guard: Rio Rancho councilors, judge sworn in for new terms
Three reelected city officials officially took their oaths of office Thursday night during a public ceremony at Rio Rancho City Hall, marking the transition to their new leadership terms that begin April 1. The ceremony, presided over by Mayor Gregg Hull, honored the victors of the March 3 Municipal Officer Election. Taking their oaths were […]
Posted inLocal Government, Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho keeps growing: Council greenlights 109 new townhomes, $3.8 million in infrastructure spending
The Rio Rancho Governing Body greenlit a major multi-family housing development and several infrastructure improvements during its meeting Thursday, signaling continued growth for the city. Councilors voted to approve a site plan for the Encore multi-family subdivision, an 11-acre project located along Broadmoor Boulevard. The development will feature 109 units across 28 lots, designed as […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Sandoval Signpost, Town of Bernalillo
Bernalillo firefighters set to get new gear from $1.6M state grant program
Bernalillo firefighters could soon get new protective gear and breathing equipment under a $1.6 million state grant program targeting 30 fire departments across New Mexico, the Department of Finance and Administration announced. The grants fund high-priority equipment for new hires — including self-contained breathing apparatuses, turnout coats and pants, helmets, face shields and safety goggles. […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., NM Political Report
Senate Republicans agree to Dem demands funding DHS without ICE ops; House approval uncertain
The United States Senate voted by unanimous consent overnight to break the impasse and fund the Department of Homeland Security without ICE deportation operations, sending the package to the House of Representatives where passage is still uncertain. Democrats had offered support for this funding strategy for weeks but President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans had […]
Posted inElections & Politics
‘No Kings’ organizers plan for 40K & Stacey Abrams in rally, march through ABQ Sat.
By Kevin Hendricks — Organizers of Albuquerque’s “NO KINGS” rally are planning for more than 37,000 people to participate in a planned 3-mile march and rally on Saturday – prompting police to issue warnings of impromptu road closures along some of the city’s busiest thoroughfares. The “NO KINGS” movement began in 2025 and has since […]