Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., accused government officials of orchestrating a massive cover-up in the Jeffrey Epstein case after meeting with victims who shared their stories publicly for the first time, as House Republicans face mounting pressure to release unredacted federal investigation files. Stansbury said Tuesday that victims revealed “not only the trauma of hundreds (maybe […]
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The permitting process of good ideas
If you are driving past Exit 181 on Interstate 40 from now on, you can spot them: American flags, properly displayed, on either side of the overpass. Depending on your perspective, you may smile, or snort derisively, or not notice them at all. These flags are the product of two and a half years of […]
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Cedar Crest’s beloved thrift store opens back up after flooding
By Connor Currier — “There were a lot of people that stopped by while we were closed and were really appreciative of what we do within the community,” said Tamar Randall, the Executive Director for Talking Talons. “It’s kind of a community hub where people meet, volunteer and wander around looking for things.” Talking Talons […]
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Sen. Lujan: Trump Administration retreats from pharmaceutical tariffs after warning
The Trump administration has backed down from imposing tariffs of up to 250% on pharmaceutical imports from the European Union following pressure from U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., according to a Thursday press release from the senator. The administration also agreed to provide special treatment for generic medicines from the European Union, according to […]
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New Mexico United partners with coalition for Indigenous Peoples’ Night fundraiser
New Mexico United will partner with a nonprofit organization to raise funds for programs supporting Native women and children during Indigenous Peoples’ Night on Saturday. The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women will receive $5 from every ticket sold through a special link for the Aug. 30 soccer match at Isotopes Park, according to […]
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Credit union awards $20,000 in grants to New Mexico teachers
U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union announced Wednesday it is accepting applications for $20,000 in classroom grants to support public and charter school teachers across New Mexico. The credit union’s ARNIA Foundation will distribute individual grants ranging from $500 to $2,500 through its enrichEd Classroom Grant Program, with a focus on financial literacy education. “With the […]
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New census reveals thousands of public artworks across ABQ, Bernalillo County
By Connor Currier The 2024 Public Art Census for the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County is finished and now available to the public. New Mexico is well known for its cultural impact on film and art around the nation. In 2024, the City of Albuquerque Public Art Program, Bernalillo County Public Art Program and […]
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Local artist explores nature’s stories through encaustic photography at Placitas gallery
Dana Patterson Roth will showcase her distinctive encaustic photography in “The Language of Trees,” an exhibition running Sept. 2-28 at Wild Hearts Gallery in Placitas. The show features Roth’s unique process of mounting photographs on panels and transforming them with layers of hot wax, pigments and hand-worked markings, according to a gallery news release. The […]
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Albuquerque asbestos firm faces hefty fines for health hazards
An Albuquerque asbestos removal company is facing more than $25,000 in penalties from the state for serious workplace safety violations. According to state records, inspectors recently discovered that the company, Asbestos Experts, failed to properly monitor workers’ exposure to asbestos and enforce safe work practices. Regulators allege that the company didn’t keep accurate records of […]
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Here’s who’s running for office in the East Mountains, Edgewood, Estancia Valley
By Connor Currier In New Mexico, candidate filing day for all local offices was on Aug. 26 and the list of candidates for this year’s local elections is now finalized. The candidates are running for seats in Tijeras, Edgewood, Mountainair, Estancia and Moriarty. Here is who is running for office. Moriarty City Council Municipal Judge […]