New Mexico Sun

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) announced today that it has been reaccredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) for five more years.

New signal installation at Gibson Blvd. and Maxwell to begin this week

Construction will begin this week on a new signalized intersection at Gibson Blvd. and Maxwell in Albuquerque. Maxwell is located east of Carlisle and near the City’s Puerto del Sol golf course.

Summer lunch program resumes in Albuquerque providing free meals for children

The 2024 Summer Lunch Program has resumed to ensure Albuquerque’s youth receive nutritious meals during the summer months. Many students rely on school-provided meals during the academic year, and the City of Albuquerque aims to fill this gap when schools are closed. Meals will be available for all children aged 1-18 at over 75 locations across the city on weekdays.

NMSU hosts successful canning workshop in Otero County

The fresh tangy aroma of ripe berries and orange zest filled the room at the New Mexico State University Otero County Cooperative Extension office during a canning workshop for jams and jellies on May 30.

UNM Hospital receives national recognition from Healthgrades

The University of New Mexico Hospital has received national recognition in three specialty care areas, distinguishing it as one of the country’s leading hospitals in clinical care.

UNM-Taos plans $5 million observatory with largest public-use telescope in southwest

By New Mexico Sun | Jun 9, 2024

A nearly $5 million project is underway at UNM-Taos to bring an astronomical experience to northern New Mexico. The University states that the largest public-use telescope in the southwest will soon be housed on campus at the Cielo Centro Observatory.

University Of New Mexico ranks No. 61 for utility patents granted in 2023

By New Mexico Sun | Jun 8, 2024

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has achieved the No. 61 position on the Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2023, as published by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This annual ranking highlights and celebrates U.S. universities that significantly contribute to innovation and invention.

Matthews on Paid Family Medical Leave bill: 'SB3 did not, in my view, work for all New Mexicans'

By Donna Rolando | Jun 8, 2024

Though Democrats and Republicans in the House of Representatives joined forces to quash a Paid Family Medical Leave bill, that doesn’t mean the door is closed on more far-sighted legislation, a legislator suggests.

Jemez Historic Site to host Funday at Gisewa

The Jemez Historic Site has announced that they will be hosting a Funday at Gisewa event on Sunday, June 16.

Albuquerque raises Pride flag at Civic Plaza amid expanded human rights ordinance

Today, Mayor Tim Keller and the Office of Equity and Inclusion, alongside leaders from the Albuquerque Pride Board, the Albuquerque Gay Men's Choir, and Marshall Martinez of Equality New Mexico, raised the Pride flag on Civic Plaza. This event also marked a celebration of the city's expanded Human Rights Ordinance.

UNM College honors distinguished alumni award recipients

The College of Fine Arts at The University of New Mexico recently recognized five graduates with Distinguished Alumni Awards for achieving outstanding success and making significant contributions to their fields. These alumni have demonstrated excellence, creativity, and innovation in areas such as visual arts, performing arts, music, design, or other artistic disciplines.

ABQ BioPark bids farewell to beloved white rhino

In support of a recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the ABQ BioPark is saying goodbye to one of its favorite animals, Chopper, the white rhino. While Chopper moves to his newly-constructed two-acre home, 38-year-old female Bertha will welcome a new companion to Albuquerque. Mashile, 37, is a female who needs to be relocated from her current facility due to necessary renovations. As two senior ladies, they are expected to form an ideal pair.

City of Albuquerque Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee met June 5

City of Albuquerque Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee met Thursday, June 5

City of Albuquerque City Council met June 3

City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, June 3

City of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee met June 5

City of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee met Wednesday, June 5

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met June 5

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, June 5

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met June 3

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, June 3

UNM Ph.D. student wins Sandia Labs’ prestigious postdoctoral fellowship