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Chavez on flight program: 'They have to learn how to how to do over a dozen FAA maneuvers'

New Mexico high school students are getting an opportunity to earn a pilot's license through a program at Southwest Aeronautics Mathematics and Science (SAMS) Academy in Albuquerque.


UNMH's Ramirez on hospital operating above patient capacity: 'We are at a greater capacity today than at any point during the pandemic'

The University of New Mexico Hospital is undertaking creative measures to deal with the surge of patients suffering from respiratory illnesses.


Friend on passing of war hero Miyamura: 'It was a celebration of life, and I think that Hershey would be more than satisfied'

Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura, an American war hero, was laid to rest last weekend in his hometown of Gallup, N.M.


Manager: 'Amazing feeling' to offer expanded 9th annual Rail Yards Holiday Market

The Ninth Annual Rail Yards Holiday Market was more extensive this year, featuring twice as many vendors covering three times the space. The recently held two-day event was spread among three buildings, and the plaza offered residents and visitors a chance to purchase items produced locally.


Strickland: 'Our projection shows that we’ll continue to grow as a community'

Hobbs will soon have a new middle school after its school board recently approved a plan to address the city’s growing population.


Mountains, chilies—and aliens—adorn New Mexico Christmas tree in nation's capital

A third-grade class in Bernalillo is representing New Mexico by creating ornaments to be placed on a Christmas tree outside the White House in Washington, D.C.



Drug program manager: 'People are having to use more fentanyl more frequently, that’s also building tolerance faster'

New Mexico's Harm Reduction Program educates users on substance abuse and helps to keep them alive, Joshua Swatek, manager of the program, recently told lawmakers, KOB reported.


New Mexico state auditor on slain judge: 'She was really an incredible leader'

Services were held Tuesday at the Hotel Albuquerque Chapel for Judge Diane Albert, who was killed by her husband in a murder-suicide the day after Thanksgiving, according to KRQE News.


Attorney: 'Sexual contact' was included in ongoing harassment of 14-year-old Belen student

The parents of a Belen student filed a lawsuit against the school district saying it has not done enough to keep their child safe.


Medina on shooting: 'Our next step is looking to see how we could look at situations and react differently'

The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) revealed information regarding an officer-involved shooting last month.


Respiratory Illness has a chokehold on New Mexico: 'Absolutely there are more people co-infected now simply because there’s more of each of these viruses'

Doctors and clinics are reporting an increase in cases of RSV, the flu, COVID, and colds. In many cases, people are also suffering from multiple viruses.


UNM College of Nursing Dean: 'It may have changed the minds of people about just how much of an impact they can have as a nurse'

The University of New Mexico is starting a new accelerated program to address the state’s nursing shortage.


New Mexico's Lujan Grisham on newly appointed education advisor Groginsky: 'Incredibly fortunate to have him on my team'

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Scott Groginsky as the state’s new education policy advisor.


New open space in Albuquerque will provide 'area where people can gather in the shade with the beautiful views'

Albuquerque’s Parks and Recreation Department will turn more than 20 acres of property along The Bosque into a low-impact recreation area with a trail corridor, making it more publicly accessible while protecting the ecology of the site.


Sandia National Labs is highlighting 'potential risks' for owners of electric vehicles when it comes to cyber security

Sandia National Labs (SNL) is voicing security concerns as more car makers and consumers produce and purchase electric vehicles.


Medina: 'The police department is stressed on resources'

The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is revamping its open-space law enforcement services in order to use its resources more efficiently.


Ride-In, Round-Up organizers: 'We had such good collaboration and community involvement'

Horses and their owners in Corrales dressed up in holiday costumes to help out the local fire department’s food and gift drive.


Ghattas: Restaurant industry 'still extremely challenging'

The restaurant industry is seeking help from the state as it continues to recover from the impact of the pandemic, supply chain issues, labor shortages, and inflation.


Business owner on parking issue: 'I've ... paid my meter through the app and I’ve still gotten ticketed'

Kim Apodaca, a local business owner, said parking enforcement officers in Nob Hill are making a difficult parking situation worse by issuing unnecessary tickets.