David Hutton News
New Mexico Legal Aid sounds alarm over predatory tax preparers
By David Hutton | Jan 19, 2022
Tax season is fast approaching, and it is important for taxpayers to be on the watch for unqualified tax preparers.
Not 'in vain': New Mexico group advocates for harsher penalties for repeat violent offenders
By David Hutton | Jan 12, 2022
A group of families who have lost loved ones to violent crimes are working with New Mexico lawmakers to enact stricter crime bills in the state.
'High rental demand' leaves affordable housing a rare commodity in Albuquerque, Santa Fe
By David Hutton | Jan 7, 2022
As rent prices continue to rise, it is putting a squeeze on people who are still reeling from the impact of the pandemic, with affordable housing becoming a rare commodity in Albuquerque, Santa Fe and surrounding areas.
'Offline': Bernalillo County closes offices in wake of ransomware attack
By David Hutton | Jan 7, 2022
Government office buildings in Bernalillo County went dark on Wednesday after a suspected ransomware attack hit the county’s systems, forcing online services to be taken offline.
Businesses consider exit from China amid new data protection laws
By David Hutton | Nov 6, 2021
China’s new data privacy law outlines how companies can collect and store data.
Kumu social media platform lines up Series C funding to fuel growth
By David Hutton | Nov 1, 2021
Launched in 2018, the Kumu social media platform has grown into largest in Philippines.
Google pays Russian fines over alleged 'censorship' violations
By David Hutton | Oct 26, 2021
Tech giant forced to pay more than $455,000 in fines after it failed to follow censorship rules
Santero Market in Albuquerque 'rich in history,' showcases local art, artists
By David Hutton | Oct 4, 2021
The culture and art of New Mexico and Southern Colorado is on full display at San Felipe’s Santero Market, which draws artists from throughout the region.
New Mexico's blossoming cannabis industry could bring its share of societal woes
By David Hutton | Oct 4, 2021
With marijuana use legal for adults in New Mexico since June 29, supporters and detractors continue to debate whether the new law is good for the state.
Albuquerque mayoral candidates Keller, Gonzales face off in mock interview before 'hiring committee;' crime a hot-button issue
By David Hutton | Aug 12, 2021
Crime emerges as key issue as Tim Keller and Manny Gonzales face a “hiring panel”