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Senate Candidate Domenici on cartels: 'In Albuquerque alone, narcotic offenses increased 116% between 2022 and 2023'

Nella Domenici, a U.S. Senate Candidate in New Mexico, has voiced her concerns about the rising drug trade in America, particularly in Albuquerque. She stated that cartels are profiting off their drug trade while killing Americans. In Albuquerque, narcotic offenses have spiked by 116% between 2022 and 2023. Domenici shared these remarks with the New Mexico Sun on May 21.


UNM Anderson wins first stage of 2024 SBA growth accelerator fund

The UNM Anderson School of Management, represented by faculty member Robert DelCampo and partner John Chavez from New Mexico Startup Factory, has secured a victory in Stage One of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund competition.


City Council announces new bill amending election and petition regulations

On May 22, 2024, the publication of Council Bill No. O-24-16 was announced. The bill, also known as Enactment No. O-2024-013, is sponsored by Joaquin Baca.


Albuquerque climbs national parks ranking with significant improvements

The City of Albuquerque's park system now ranks 15th in the nation, according to the 2024 ParkScore Index. Albuquerque advanced eight spots from its 2023 ranking and has climbed 22 positions over the past four years among America's 100 largest cities. The ParkScore Index, issued annually by the Trust for Public Land (TPL), evaluates parks based on 14 measures across five categories: Acreage, Access, Investment, Amenities, and Equity.


Bernalillo County 4-H .22 Competition Pistol Team takes first place at state championships

The Bernalillo County 4-H .22 Competition Pistol Team clinched first place at the New Mexico 4-H Shooting Sports Championships, marking their second consecutive year of triumph.


City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met May 15

City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met Wednesday, May 15


City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met May 13

City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, May 13


City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met May 9

City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met Thursday, May 9


City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met May 2

City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met Thursday, May 2


City of Albuquerque City Council met May 6

City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, May 6


City of Albuquerque City Council met April 16

City of Albuquerque City Council met Tuesday, April 16


City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met May 16

City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met Thursday, May 16


City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met April 16

City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, April 16


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met April 24

City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, April 24


Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met April 18

Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, April 18


City of Houston Planning Commission met April 18

City of Houston Planning Commission met Thursday, April 18


Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors met April 17

Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors met Wednesday, April 17


Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met April 16

Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, April 16


NMSU faculty aid national climate change research initiative

Two New Mexico State University researchers in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences were part of an interdisciplinary team of scientists, led by Colorado State University, who contributed to the National Climate Change Roadmap. This collaborative document is designed to serve as a framework for future investments in climate-science research.


Equality New Mexico addresses controversy over House District 18 election messaging

Equality New Mexico (EQNM) has issued a statement addressing the controversy surrounding its recent messaging related to the 2024 election for House District 18. The organization has received feedback from individuals who have expressed concerns about EQNM's stance, particularly regarding text messages sent out that contrasted candidates running for the district.