A man awaiting sentencing in a double-homicide case was back in custody Sunday after escaping from a juvenile jail in Albuquerque. Bernalillo County Sheriff’s officials said 19-year-old Josef Toney escaped […]
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Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety
APD is in full compliance with the police reform effort. Does this mean no more excessive force?
In the wake of the Albuquerque Police Department’s announcement that it is in full compliance with a decade-long reform effort, the general consensus among stakeholders is that significant gains have […]
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Downtown businesses want to be looped in; city says it will oblige
A new system devised by the city to more effectively communicate with Downtown businesses and property owners on issues that affect them will soon be tested, officials said Thursday. In […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Education
Elder bids farewell to Albuquerque Public Schools
Scott Elder says his time in Albuquerque Public Schools has been filled with victories and challenges. Elder, who officially retires June 30 as superintendent of New Mexico’s largest school district, […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, New Mexico Statewide News, Syndicated
New Mexico to receive $18.9M in federal money for ‘forever chemical’ detection
BY DANIELLE PROKOP / Source NM Big check energy at the Roundhouse. National and state environmental officials celebrated a $18.9 million federal grant for most of New Mexico’s water systems to use […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, National News, Syndicated
Memorial Day travelers cope with higher prices in rush to kick off summer fun
By DAVID KOENIG / ASSOCIATED PRESS Widespread flight delays across the U.S. tested the patience of travelers who tried to get a jump start on Memorial Day weekend, but the relatively few […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Sandoval County
Sandoval County K-9s Sniff Out Missing Persons
Thanks to a unique combination of skills honed through specialized training programs, Sandoval County Fire and Rescue (SCFR) K-9 units are helping out on missions throughout the state. On April […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, New Mexico Statewide News
AG Announces Legislative Priorities for Upcoming Special Session
By Susan Dunlap, New Mexico Political Report Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced his legislative priorities for July’s special legislative session, including the creation of a crime victim’s unit to monitor […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, Sandoval County
Caesars Sportsbook to Open at Route 66 Casino
Laguna Development Corporation (LDC) announced May 20 a partnership with Caesars Entertainment, Inc. to open multiple in-person sportsbooks at three gaming properties in New Mexico. In a press release, LDC […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Housing & Homelessness, Local Gov., Opinion, Uncategorized
Commissioners: Input wanted on ordinance to prioritize county behavioral health funds
This letter is provided as opinion/commentary from the authors. Commissioner Adriann Barboa represents District 3 which includes the SE heights, UNM, and the International District. Commissioner Eric Olivas represents District […]