By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
The mayors of Las Cruces and Albuquerque have agreed to a friendly wager on Saturday’s football game between New Mexico State University and the University of New Mexico.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
The smoke over Albuquerque this morning is from a controlled burn yesterday to the north of Albuquerque. The smoke will linger through most of the morning. The Environmental Health Department is monitoring particulate levels and weather conditions and will post updated information as needed.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
The Albuquerque Police Department has apprehended a man wanted for murder. On the evening of September 26, Houston Coate, 33, was arrested for the murder of Barbara Chavez.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
A New Mexico State University professor has been honored with a national award from the Association of Information Systems.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
The New Mexico Roadrunners embarked on a three-day trip to the Enchanted Circle from September 18-20, 2024. The annual event is organized by the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) to showcase different areas and industries in New Mexico, build relationships among residents, and discuss collaborative efforts to improve living and working conditions in the state.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
The University of New Mexico hosted its third annual ARTSSPLASH event, featuring music, art, dancing, and more. The event aimed to celebrate Fine Arts at UNM and raise awareness about various programs within the college.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
World Rabies Day on September 28 aims to raise awareness about the importance of rabies vaccinations. Rabies is responsible for over 70,000 deaths annually worldwide, including around 30,000 children, primarily due to dog bites. In the United States, human fatalities from rabies are rare, occurring only a few times each year because of vaccination efforts and post-exposure vaccines.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
Mayor Tim Keller and Las Cruces Mayor Eric Enriquez have placed a friendly wager on the outcome of the University of New Mexico Lobos' game against the New Mexico State University Aggies. The losing mayor will wear the winning team's gear for a day.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
The City of Albuquerque’s Department of Senior Affairs held its annual AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Appreciation Breakfast and Award Ceremony today. Sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, the event honored volunteers aged 55 and over who support various nonprofit, government, and community organizations in the city.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
Unofficial enrollment numbers for the New Mexico State University (NMSU) system indicate a more than 4% increase systemwide over last fall. This continues a three-year upward trend fueled by Lottery and Opportunity scholarships and significant growth from NMSU Global.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
Nusenda President and CEO Joe Christian has been honored by the New Mexico State University (NMSU) College of Business. The Hall of Fame award, established in 1997, recognizes distinguished business college alumni who have excelled in their careers. This initiative aims to enhance visibility for its alumni and foster a strong relationship with the business community.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Democratic politicians Martin Heinrich and Gabe Vasquez have expressed support for policies that align with Vice President Kamala Harris's stance on immigration. This has drawn criticism from the Republican Party of New Mexico, which argues these policies jeopardize the state's safety and security.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has concluded its investigation into the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA). The probe was initiated at the request of the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) on March 14, 2024. The focus was on potential fraud, waste, and abuse concerning $5.3 million in public funds awarded by the Water Trust Board in June 2013 for constructing and operating the Santa Teresa Arsenic Community Treatment Plant.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Sylvia Y. Acosta, CEO of the New Mexico State University Foundation, has been named one of 45 fellows in the sixth cohort of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
On September 19, Del Esparza, chairman of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) and founder and CEO of Esparza + Digital Advertising; Terri Cole, GACC president and CEO; and Doug Majewski, GACC Downtown Transformation BIG Chair and CEO of Hartman+Majewski Design Group, wrote a guest column in the Albuquerque Journal.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The University of New Mexico Hospital (UNM Hospital) in Albuquerque, the state's only Level-I trauma center, recently played a critical role in saving the life of 72-year-old Richard Neely from Farmington. Last fall, Neely's heart unexpectedly stopped while he was at home.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The Rio Grande Foundation's education reform division, OAK New Mexico, has conducted a survey among legislative candidates concerning key educational issues in the state.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
New Mexico voters will soon decide on the future of The University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Pharmacy building, along with other capital projects for higher education institutions across the state. During this year’s general election, voters will be asked to approve a series of General Obligation (GO) Bonds, including Higher Education GO Bond 3. If passed, GO Bond 3 will release $230 million to higher education institutions statewide.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Santa Fe County has announced an address modification for its Administrative Complex, effective September 26, 2024. The change aims to enhance emergency response capabilities and improve public access.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
On Friday, Sept. 27, the San Francisco-based micromobility company Spin will start installing and testing e-scooter stations throughout Albuquerque. The locations of these stations can be found on Spin’s free mobile phone application.
