A bill being considered by the Legislature is designed to relieve some of the pressure on families' food budgets by providing free meals for all public school students.
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Think tank hopes to turn up heat on school boards
Think New Mexico is calling for legislation to reform school boards through enhanced training and smarter laws.
Greg Mello, who heads the Los Alamos Study Group, has blamed U.S. foreign policy for goading Russia into invading its much smaller neighbor and thinks it's time for U.S. and Ukrainian leaders to do whatever it takes to restore peace in the region.
Outings into the expansive backcountry of Valles Caldera National Preserve will require more forethought this year as the National Park Service site implements a new o…
Reading Quest to host teaching reading workshop
The 34-year-old man, found in the complex's parking lot, was taken to a local hospital and was in critical condition.
There was no indication of foul play, according to the post, and it appeared the cause of death could be carbon monoxide poisoning, as a propane heater was found to be in use.
Pete Reed was killed Thursday when his vehicle was reportedly hit by a missile near Bakhmut, Ukraine.
In New Mexico, 43,000 people over age 65 are living with the disease, according to the state chapter of the national nonprofit Alzheimer's Association. By 2025, that number is expected to rise to 53,000.
On Oct. 22, 1913, an explosion killed 263 miners in the second-most lethal mining accident in American history. Incredibly, almost 10 years later, on Feb. 2, 1923, history repeated itself — 120 of Dawson's miners perished in yet another explosion.
"I feel like this bill is very important, especially because our police officers, they're some of the best of us in our communities," said Rep. Jay Block, R-Alamogordo.
"We're trying to understand more about this reburning phenomenon," said Los Alamos lab scientist Kurt Solander, a hydrologist and the paper's lead author. "What are the main causes, and how much of a problem it is in different areas throughout the West."
Nicholas Hart, an Albuquerque lawyer who is representing New Mexico In Depth, said the requests were not limited to information on legislation but were “pretty broad,” seeking information about the state’s position on certain policies related to alcohol abuse and addiction.
"It's an old building, and you know, old buildings have old building problems," said Ron Latimer, a volunteer with Friends of the Santa Fe Public Library.
Art+Sol Santa Fe Winter Arts Festival
Event organizers hope to create Santa Fe winter tradition
During the nine-day art and culture celebration, attendees can experience a number of live performances, including comedy shows, classical music ensembles and educational showcases.
Brennen Matthews’ book isn’t a guidebook, although it is full of tips about motels, meals and roadside attractions that will doubtless be useful to anyone considering a similar journey.
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Surveys have also found many come away feeling better afterward, with some saying it helped with depression and problems with risky substance use.
The measure comes amid heated debate in Eastern New Mexico, where Hobbs, Clovis, Eunice and two counties — Lea and Roosevelt — have adopted anti-abortion ordinances.
The resolution also calls for a new city Office of Equity and Inclusion, with staff focused on "addressing racial and social disparities" and "achieving equity across all populations and indicators."
Elliott Higgins, who taught for years at the camp in the Jemez Mountains, has been linked to at least three assaults.
Jacquelyn Archuleta-Staehlin resigned from her deputy secretary post Thursday after just one week on the job.
Members of the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee unanimously approved House Bill 234, which would create new crimes of robbery for shoplifters using guns and allow stricter penalties for different shoplifting crimes committed within a 90-day period, among other measures.
More than 50 people offered a slew of reasons for their support or opposition to the bill at its first hearing.
CEO Jack Hagerman said the shelter has been operating at well above 200% capacity for the last two and a half years.
The Taos Police Department currently has 24 officer positions budgeted but at the beginning of 2023 employed just 16.
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A former governor of San Ildefonso Pueblo will be the next secretary of the New Mexico Indian Affairs Department.
Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza announced Friday his agency is offering hiring bonuses for new cadets and experienced law enforcement officers.
Brian Snyder takes over the position following the retirement of Gary Giron, Santa Fe County announced Friday.
The Albuquerque Police Department is making no apologies for official tweets that have been criticized as inappropriate. Most of the questionable tweets were in response to a major local landlord, who tweeted about crime and homelessness in downtown. KOAT-TV reports the department’s Twitter account gave responses such as “Calling out your b.s. is public service.” Police Chief Harold Medina says the department will “push back” on social media when it comes to misinformation and cyberbullying. Two city councilors who also are former police officers want the tweets toned down. The Twitter controversy comes as the department revises its use-of-force policies.
One settlement dates back to the 1960s and involves the pueblos of San Ildefonso, Nambe, Pojoaque and Tesuque.
Senate Bill 10 would appropriate $1 billion to provide a one-time tax rebate of $750 for single filers and $1,500 for joint filers.
U.S. health officials are advising people to stop using over-the-counter eye drops that have been linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant infections.
The problem has reached such epic proportions that lawmakers are about to consider two bills that create tougher penalties for shoplifting crimes.
Advocates say the goal of "local choice energy" is to give communities the option to generate their own renewable electricity, but utilities warn it could derail the state's green energy transition.
The board was formed by the Arizona Legislature in 2015, and one of its charges was to research ways to reduce livestock depredations by Mexican wolves.
HB 158 would allow officers to pursue blood draws if they have probable cause to suspect a driver is impaired by cannabis.
The court ruled the BLM didn’t properly gauge long-term impacts under the National Environmental Policy Act.
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No jackpot: Another senator wants to weaken records law
Sen. Pat Woods, R-Broadview, is again fretting over the welfare of lottery winners. Showing his commitment to exemptions, Woods has introduced a bill to make every winner anonymous.
One of the five dogs was euthanized by a Quay County Sheriff's Office deputy following the attack.
Sen. Ron Griggs, R-Alamogordo, said the bill prohibits the burns in March, April and May when a red flag warning has been issued.
The decision on an affordable housing developer's rezoning request was postponed after hours of public testimony.
Catalina Love-Kortz found younger men to be most polite when studying the use of "please" and "thank you" at two coffee shops.
Karen Peterson, 1947-2023
Journalist faced Imus backlash in digging up truth
Karen Peterson worked at newspapers including the El Paso Times, The New Mexican and the Albuquerque Journal North.
Studies and modern-day engineering have proven that such projects are possible but would require decades of construction and billions of dollars.
Some legislators worry measure will lead to lack of development but advocates say it won't 'stymie business.'
"If one side can go ahead and speak and the other can't, that's not a fairness system," said Rep. Bill Rehm, R-Albuquerque, a member of the Government, Elections and Indian Affairs Committee who voted to advance HB 169.
Clovis shelter officials confirmed a rescue group picked up puppies exhibiting signs of parvo, a contagious virus that affects dogs' gastrointestinal tracts and is spread by direct dog-to-dog contact and contact with contaminated feces.
Applicants, who must live within 50 miles of Santa Fe and must provide documents that provide proof of their identity, are considered without regard to race, age, ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation.
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Getting their kicks on the House floor
Finley Johnston, right, Leyana Tercero, second from right, and other performers with the National Dance Institute of New Mexico perform Wednesday to the song "Route 66…
