New Mexico Sun Reports News
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met March 26
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, March 26
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met March 27
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, March 27
City of Santa Fe Airport Advisory Board met March 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Airport Advisory Board met Thursday, March 14
City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met April 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, April 25
City of Santa Fe Independent Salary Commission met April 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Independent Salary Commission met Thursday, April 25
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met April 23
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, April 23
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met April 23
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Tuesday, April 23
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met April 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, April 22
City of Santa Fe Liquor Commission met April 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Liquor Commission met Monday, April 22
City of Santa Fe MPO Technical Coordinating Committee met April 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe MPO Technical Coordinating Committee met Monday, April 22
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met April 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, April 24
Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission met April 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission met Thursday, April 25
Free screenings ahead for Better Speech & Hearing Month
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 27, 2024
UNM’s Speech & Hearing Sciences department is gearing up to host free screenings in honor of Better Speech & Hearing Month. The event, scheduled for Monday, May 6, will provide various screenings for individuals aged five and up, as well as preschoolers aged three to five years old.“This is an opportunity for New Mexicans to seek reassurance if, for example, they have concerns about their grandparents' hearing or their child’s speech or language development. ”It’s just another way that UNM makes New Mexico better,” shared Speech & Hearing Department Chair and Associate...
APD Chaplain Unit Expands Services Under Chief Harold Medina's Leadership
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Chaplain Unit is experiencing significant growth and expansion, offering crucial support and guidance to both department employees and community members in crisis. Chief Harold Medina highlighted the importance of the unit, stating, “Our Chaplains are there when people are experiencing some of the worst moments in their life.”Since its establishment in 1969 with eight volunteers, the Chaplain Unit has now expanded to 17 members, thanks to a successful recruitment drive in the fall of 2023. Unlike other units across the country, APD’s...
Finding a path to a health care career
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
The eighth annual University of New Mexico Health Professions Symposium (HPS) 2024 recently concluded, offering a plethora of workshops for students interested in pursuing health care professions. The event saw a record-breaking attendance of 750 individuals, with a diverse range of workshops covering various health care fields.The symposium was opened by Garnett Stokes, president of UNM, Douglas Ziedonis, executive vice president of UNM Health Sciences Center, and Eve Espey, professor and chair of UNM Health Sciences Department of Ob/Gyn and Family Planning Fellowship...
Notice of Possible Quorum 04-30-2024 Citizen Police Academy
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has issued a notice regarding a possible quorum on April 30, 2024, at the Citizen Police Academy in Albuquerque, NM.According to the board, "A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be in attendance at the Albuquerque Police Academy, 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, regarding the Citizen Police Academy." The advisory board clarifies that "No board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training on April 30, 2024." The training session is scheduled to commence at 6:00 p.m. on...
UNM Professor Mala Htun Elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
A University of New Mexico professor, Mala Htun, has been elected as a member of The American Academy of Arts & Sciences, joining a prestigious group that includes historical figures like Alexander Hamilton and modern-day leaders like Madeleine K. Albright. Htun expressed her excitement and gratitude, stating, “I am honored and delighted to be elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. It’s a thrill for me to earn this recognition. I’m excited to have the opportunity to engage with the Academy’s community of scientists, artists, and public intellectuals.”The...
Santa Fe County Urges Residents to Participate in Broadband Survey for Improved Infrastructure
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
Santa Fe, NM- The Santa Fe County Economic Development Division, in collaboration with the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Division and the County’s Broadband Working Group, is urging all residents to take part in a broadband survey aimed at enhancing infrastructure and ensuring reliable access to high-speed internet for all County residents.In a statement, the Santa Fe County Economic Development Division expressed their commitment to understanding the community's internet needs, stating, "We aim to understand the speed and reliability of existing connections to...
NMSU Criminal Justice Department Partners with Tulsa Police Department
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
The Department of Criminal Justice at New Mexico State University has announced a partnership with the Tulsa Police Department (TPD) for a student internship program. The collaboration aims to provide students with hands-on law enforcement experience while they complete the final 15 credit hours required for their bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice.Marija Dimitrijevic, a criminal justice professor and coordinator of the partnership, emphasized the benefits of the program, stating, “Being in the criminal justice program and working for the agency gives students the...
Planting for the Future
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
The Parks & Recreation Department (PRD) celebrated National Arbor Day 2024 at Civic Plaza with a tree planting and giveaway as part of the “Let’s Plant Albuquerque” campaign. The City aims to plant at least 100,000 trees by 2030."The trees we plant today will flourish and be enjoyed by our community for generations," said Mayor Tim Keller. "As we continue the revitalization of our Downtown, trees enhance our shared spaces, providing beauty, shade, and fresh air, creating a greener city for our families."PRD’s Forestry Division planted eight new trees at Civic Plaza,...