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University of New Mexico to offer accelerated nursing program: 'This is a big focus for the university'

The University of New Mexico has added an accelerated nursing program to help address the state’s shortage of available nurses.


Lujan on prescribed burn delay: 'This is a normal part of the prescribed fire planning process'

Carson National Forest fire officials postponed prescribed burns near the communities of Ojo Sarco and Canjilon, New Mexico.


Los Alamos National Labs received a grant to study 'zoonotic diseases,' which have been of interest since 2020

A group of scientists at Los Alamos National Lab is using New Mexico's resources to search and study pathogens and learn more about contagious diseases.


Owner of Picture Perfect Photo Lab: 'Digital revolution photography really turned the whole industry on its head'

A resurgence in film photography is benefiting businesses like Picture Perfect Photo Lab in Albuquerque, which has seen an uptick in orders for film development and pictures being printed.


Morningside Park protest criticizes presence, development of nuclear weapons

Several activist groups converged at Albuquerque's Morningside Park recently to protest the presence and development of nuclear weapons.


Meta partnership helps Valencia County 5th graders explore New Mexico Museum of Natural History

Valencia County 5th graders are learning about the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science thanks to a five-year partnership with Meta.


Albuquerque finalizes plan for 'food truck corral' on weekend nights

The City of Albuquerque is finalizing plans for a “food truck corral” in a lot on Central at 2nd Street on Friday and Saturday nights to, not only feed the general public, but also help fight crime.


Hickey says SB 273 has 'teeth'  to remove barriers to behavioral health and substance abuse treatment

A bill working its way through the New Mexico Senate would prohibit barriers that can impede access to mental health and substance abuse treatment, according to KRQE News.


Fish and Wildlife Service notes 23% increase in Mexican gray wolves

There has been a 23% increase in the Mexican gray wolf population over the last year, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.


Business owners, growers facing shortage of piñon nuts: 'We’re very hopeful that we might make it to midsummer'

A growing shortage of piñon nuts has growers and business owners struggling to survive the impacts of drought, wildfires and bark beetles.


Silver City resident opposes HB 4: 'If you have no respect for the integrity of our vote you have no place in making laws'

After House Bill 4, known as the New Mexico Voting Rights Act, was passed in the New Mexico House by a 41-26 vote on Feb. 21, some residents and organizations are not happy. The bill is currently awaiting a vote in the Democrat-controlled State Senate.


Man dies from gunshot wound while waiting for restaurant to open: 'Random acts of violence shouldn't be happening'

Albuquerque has a known crime problem, which continued earlier this week when two men were shot, one killed, while waiting for a local restaurant to open for breakfast.


Ariat provides grant for weavers through apprenticeship program: 'We have so many different cultures that are coming together'

The clothing brand Ariat recognizes the tradition of weaving in New Mexico, and the company has teamed up with a local family and artists to sell items with historic designs created by an eighth-generation Rio Grande weaver.


Bob Salas, founder of Bob's Burgers, is celebrating 60 years in Albuquerque: 'Family first, business second'

Bob Salas, the founder of Bob's Burgers, celebrated 60 years of business in Albuquerque on Feb. 27.


Lovington Mainstreet's Salcido: 'We are finally able to proceed with our micro-distillery initiative'

The City of Lovington is finalizing a decision on who will receive $40,000 in grant money to develop the first micro-distillery in Lea County.


UNMH CEO: 'We really want to hear from our community about what their health needs are'

The University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) is eager to hear the public’s opinions and concerns when it comes to healthcare.



AIMS' Linebarger enjoys 'Alliances' created by national robotics competition

Aimee Linebarger of the Albuquerque Institute for Math and Science (AIMS) will represent New Mexico at a national robotics competition in Houston.


Longtime ABQ elementary school educator Shaver contemplates second retirement from teaching

Albuquerque educator Cyntella Shaver is contemplating retiring from teaching at the end of this school year.


Albuquerque seeks state aid in redeveloping Walmart property

The city of Albuquerque is working with the state to raise money to buy and redevelop the property currently owned by Walmart.