The executive director of the State Ethics Commission found that City Councilor Dan Lewis “likely violated” the Governmental Conduct Act when he applied to work for an association of paving companies whose members were impacted by air quality legislation he sponsored and voted on in his role as an elected official. Under a pre-litigation settlement […]
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Vote on BernCo Behavioral Health Authority delayed after outpouring of public comment
A month ago, Bernalillo County officials hoped for feedback from city and county residents on the proposed creation of a Behavioral Health Authority and how it should operate in their communities. At its meeting Tuesday, the Board of County Commissioners said the volume of public comments it received exceeded expectations, and due to the wide […]
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Albuquerque Public Schools awarded $6.9M for federal clean bus initiative
By SHAUNEEN MIRANDA As part of its ongoing effort to replace diesel-fueled school buses, the Biden administration on Wednesday said it will provide approximately 530 school districts across nearly all states with almost $1 billion to help them purchase clean school buses. The initiative, part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Program rebate […]
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Military aircraft crashes south of Albuquerque
A military aircraft crashed in a field south of the Albuquerque International Sunport Tuesday afternoon just after take off. The pilot — the only person on board — was seriously injured and has been taken to the hospital, said Lt. Jason Fejer with Albuquerque Fire Rescue. He said the aircraft had taken off from the […]
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What to expect: APS board to finalize $2.15 billion budget
Albuquerque Public Schools board members are set to finalize the budget for next school year at their May 29 special meeting. The budget the board will decide on includes $2.15 billion, which covers both APS operations and those of district-authorized charter schools. The budget includes a 3% raise for all employees, as approved by the […]
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What we get wrong about homelessness
If you’re like many in Albuquerque who feel helpless and frustrated when passing by someone experiencing homelessness, author Kevin F. Adler wants you to know you’re not alone. The California-based advocate and author of When We Walk By said he’s found antidotes to the despair and solutions in Golden State cities that would be useful […]
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Commissioners: Input wanted on ordinance to prioritize Bernalillo 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 5 including much of the NE Heights, Uptown, the Foothills and the East Mountains. Editor’s Note: The Behavioral Health Authority Ordinance will be considered for final action at tonight’s […]
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Solemn reflection: Memorial Day in Albuquerque
Hundreds of New Mexicans gathered at the New Mexico Veterans Memorial on Monday morning to remember the sons and daughters lost in service of the country. Albuquerque’s Office of Military and Veterans Affairs and Parks and Recreation Department joined the United Veterans Council of Greater Albuquerque, the New Mexico Memorial Foundation, and the Rio Metro […]
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Man who pleaded guilty to New Mexico double homicide is recaptured after brief escape
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 Saturday afternoon from the Youth Detention Center and was taken into custody Sunday morning. Deputies said video surveillance showed Toney opening a gate at the […]
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Letter to the Editor: DA hasn’t earned 4 year extension in office
This letter is provided as opinion/commentary from the author. You can submit your own: editor@citydesk.org This Letter to the Editor is submitted by Jeffrey Paul, Albuquerque. The Albuquerque Journal’s endorsement of District Attorney Sam Bregman (“Editorial: Bregman has earned a 4-year contract extension as Bernalillo County DA, May 25, 2024) is troublesome on a couple […]