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Ronald G. Ford, Jr.

Ronald G. Ford, Jr. - September 3, 1957 ~ November 17, 2021 (age 64)


Erlinda L. Rael

Erlinda L. Rael - April 18, 1938 ~ November 22, 2021 (age 83)


Guadalupe "Lupe" Nevarez

Guadalupe "Lupe" Nevarez - March 21, 1947 ~ November 27, 2021 (age 74)


Louis Gilbert Encinias

Louis Gilbert Encinias - December 9, 1959 ~ November 15, 2021 (age 61)



City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, Nov. 8.


City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, Nov. 8.


Stalking cases, including online incidents, increase on UNM campuses; 
'it's a matter of physical safety'

The Uni​​​​​versity of New Mexico has reported that stalking incidents are on the rise despite the campus being mostly empty during most of the past year due to COVID-19.


Albuquerque's Legacy Church could be in hot water with IRS after pastor's comments enter 'partisan politics'

An Albuquerque church might be facing legal trouble after its pastor recommended voting for a specific candidate for city council, according to a report by KOAT.


'Just a good young man': Duke City Gladiator identified as Albuquerque murder victim

A player on Albuquerque’s Indoor Football League team has been identified as one of the city’s murder victims in November. Martesse Patterson, 26, a star lineman for the Duke City Gladiators, was shot to death earlier this month outside of a convenience store, according to police reports.


New Mexico students sent home ahead of schedule in 'strategic move' to counter rising COVID-19 cases

Two schools in New Mexico sent students home early for the Thanksgiving weekend, not to get a jump start on the holiday, but in response to concerns of a surge in COVID-19 infections.


Lujan Grisham seeks cut in gross receipts tax rate 'for the prosperity of all New Mexicans'

In what could be the most memorable legislation of Michelle Lujan Grisham’s term as governor of New Mexico, she announced on Wednesday she will pursue a statewide cut in the gross receipts tax rate, the first such proposed cut in 40 years.


'Good financial management' allows Santa Fe to save $1.3 million after refinancing bonds

The city of Santa Fe recently sold $13.59 million of the 2021 Subordinate Lien GRT Revenue Refunding bonds on the open market, and through refinancing outstanding debt it allowed for $1.3 million in savings, according to a press release.


'Succeed': Bernalillo County creates new app to assist with mental health resources

In an effort to address mental health concerns during Covid-19, Bernalillo County has announced that it has created an app designed to assist the community in finding essential resources.


City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Aug. 16.


New Mexico Supreme Court: Medicaid payments may be recovered from Albuquerque nursing home

New Mexico may proceed in the process of recovering Medicaid payments from an Albuquerque nursing home that did not comply with the requirements for screening patients for developmental disabilities and mental illness, the New Mexico State Supreme Court ruled this week.


Snow bunnies, sunset paintings and a Solstice concert: Santa Fe Happenings November 25-29

The New Mexico Bach Society Chorale and Players offers a Winter Solstice Concert on Saturday.


Dinner and a nature hike: Happenings in Albuquerque Nov. 25- Nov. 29

Happy Thanksgiving! Come join Sandia Restaurant & Casino for a Thanksgiving feast including traditional favorites, soups, salads, and more.


City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met Wednesday, Aug. 11.


City of Santa Fe Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Thursday, Aug. 12.