Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.

Fixing the fiber fiasco

Frustrated Albuquerque residents called for action at a public hearing on new fiber rules aimed at curbing damage from broadband work, part of a formal process to collect community feedback and testimony. Frustrated Burqueños packed a June 5 virtual meeting with stories of broken water lines, sinking trenches and weeks of no response after broadband […]

Posted inAlbuquerque, General Interest

Albuquerque BioPark wants community input on major revamp of Children’s Fantasy Garden

The Albuquerque BioPark is set for a major renovation of the Children’s Fantasy Garden at the Botanic Garden.  After over 20 years of providing a space for families to explore and create memories, the garden will be reimagined to improve accessibility, upgrade infrastructure, and enhance creative and learning opportunities. Community involvement will be central to […]

Bernalillo County DA: ‘Innocent people are dying’ because of New Mexico’s failing juvenile justice system

Bernalillo County District Attorney and 2026 gubernatorial hopeful Sam Bregman said a teenager who shot and killed a homeless man had a criminal history involving guns but faced no consequences after being arrested several times.  Now, Bregman has had it up to the top of his trademark cowboy hat with New Mexico lawmakers, who have […]

Posted inGeneral Interest, New Mexico Statewide News

ACLU of New Mexico names new Executive Director

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico has appointed Leon Howard as its new executive director. The selection follows a nationwide search by the organization’s board of directors. Howard brings nearly ten years of experience with the ACLU of New Mexico, having held positions such as staff attorney, legal director, deputy director, and […]

$40 Million awarded in lawsuit against Presbyterian for infant brain damage

A couple was awarded more than $40 million in damages from a jury following a lawsuit claiming Presbyterian Healthcare Services staff did not properly identify a condition that subsequently caused brain damage to their young child. A legal complaint filed by a couple alleged that Presbyterian hospital staff neglected to identify their newborn’s low blood […]

Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County

Ethics board settles claims Cuba employees required to spend village money at mayor’s store

The New Mexico State Ethics Commission has reached a settlement agreement with Cuba Mayor Denny Herrera and his business, DDH, Inc. Fuel Service Station, resolving allegations of violations of the Governmental Conduct Act. An investigation by the Commission revealed concerns that Herrera improperly benefited from a village directive that mandated village employees refuel vehicles exclusively […]