New Mexico Gas Co., which county officials say was a major cause of a nearly yearlong delay in completing the Bridge Boulevard construction project, drew the ire of a county commissioner Tuesday. Brian Lopez, the county’s technical services director, told commissioners the project was delayed because the utility company has been slow to finish its […]
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Posted inAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, Local Gov.
BernCo asks state lawmakers for millions for housing
Bernalillo County commissioners Tuesday resolved to push state lawmakers to make a major investment in affordable housing. Their resolution urges the New Mexico Legislature to consider a $100 million appropriation during the 2025 legislative session for a list of 48 projects that have been identified as priorities by the county, the City of Albuquerque and […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, Local Gov.
BernCo asks state lawmakers for millions for housing
Bernalillo County commissioners Tuesday resolved to push state lawmakers to make a major investment in affordable housing. Their resolution urges the New Mexico Legislature to consider a $100 million appropriation during the 2025 legislative session for a list of 48 projects that have been identified as priorities by the county, the City of Albuquerque and […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Downtown, Housing & Homelessness, Jobs, Workers & Economy
Downtown’s Wells Fargo tower could see apartment conversions
The Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (MRGHC) recently released a list of projects it thinks are primed and ready to help increase the availability of affordable housing in the Albuquerque metro area. One of the more intriguing prospects on the list is an office-to-apartment conversion at the Wells Fargo Bank building Downtown. The 17-story office […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Downtown, Housing & Homelessness, Jobs, Workers & Economy
Downtown’s Wells Fargo tower could see apartment conversions
The Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (MRGHC) recently released a list of projects it thinks are primed and ready to help increase the availability of affordable housing in the Albuquerque metro area. One of the more intriguing prospects on the list is an office-to-apartment conversion at the Wells Fargo Bank building Downtown. The 17-story office […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, New Mexico Statewide News, Placitas
Animal Cruelty Case Against Placitas Man Dismissed, Again
A magistrate judge dismissed animal cruelty charges for the second time against a Placitas man, who was initially charged on Feb. 26 after authorities said they found dozens of Australian shepherds and five horses on his property. Paul Jaramillo, who faced 19 total misdemeanor charges — 18 counts of animal cruelty and one count of […]
Posted inObituaries
NMPA executive director Lopez leaves behind a legacy of journalistic excellence
Sammy Lopez, a long-time New Mexican media leader, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, Oct. 6. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Kathy Lou Lopez; his cherished daughter, Melinda Lopez; his devoted brother, Victor Lopez; his caring sister, Bertha Benavidez; and his loving grandchildren, Javaris Smith, Jazmine Lopez, and […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.
Moves toward citywide AI policy on hold
A proposal to create a group of experts from city departments that would develop an artificial intelligence policy is on pause after city councilors deferred the bill Monday night. Councilors Tammy Fiebelkorn and Dan Champine — sponsors of the resolution — said they want the city to have an AI policy after seeing the continuous […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.
Moves toward citywide AI policy on hold
A proposal to create a group of experts from city departments that would develop an artificial intelligence policy is on pause after city councilors deferred the bill Monday night. Councilors Tammy Fiebelkorn and Dan Champine — sponsors of the resolution — said they want the city to have an AI policy after seeing the continuous […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov., Politics & Elections
Debate on campaign finance changes continues
A debate about how much public campaign money certain council candidates should get continued at the Albuquerque City Council’s Monday meeting but was quickly deferred for a second time. During the council’s Sept. 16 meeting, Councilor Joaquín Baca — at the request of the City Clerk’s Office — introduced a proposal to “clean up” campaign […]