New Mexico Sun

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) announced it will conduct a survey of New Mexicans to improve disaster preparedness, response, and recovery following recent wildfires and floods in Lincoln County.

City officials announce new housing projects with redevelopment tax abatement

ALBUQUERQUE – Mayor Tim Keller, Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) leadership, City Councilor Nichole Rogers, and development partners provided an overview of four transformative projects currently seeking city incentives to address the housing shortage in Albuquerque.

Palo Duro Senior Center celebrates half-century milestone with week-long festivities

The City of Albuquerque is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Palo Duro Senior Center, marking five decades of service, camaraderie, and enrichment opportunities for older adults in the community.

Water outage planned for parts of Las Cruces on August 13

Residents on Madero Road and Parker Road will experience a water outage from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. This outage will allow the City of Las Cruces Water Department/MVH to replace two mainline water valves at the intersections of Sixth Street and Madero Road, and Sixth Street and Parker Road.

UNM students complete cross-country bike journey

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 11, 2024

For some, riding a bicycle across the United States sounds nearly impossible, but for University of New Mexico Senior Connor Donovan, it was a challenge he and his friends were willing to take.

UNM professors receive NSF award for conference on anthropology's approach to disability

University of New Mexico Associate Professor of Anthropology Siobhán Cully (previously Mattison) and Assistant Professor of Anthropology Ian Wallace, along with University of California, Santa Cruz Associate Professor of Anthropology Megan Moodie, have been awarded a prestigious National Science Foundation conference award to bring together scholars to advance knowledge of disability in Anthropology.

Albuquerque enhances transit safety with new rules and increased security measures

The City of Albuquerque is intensifying its efforts to enhance transit safety, implementing stricter regulations and increasing security measures. This initiative includes updated Rules to Ride, heightened security presence, and public service announcements on city buses in areas with higher incident rates.

New Mexico History Museum announces artisan marketplace for the Indian Market weekend

The New Mexico History Museum announced that the Native American Portal Artisans will relocate their unique marketplace to the Palace Courtyard for the SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market weekend. This event will take place on Saturday and Sunday, August 17-18, 2024, moving from its usual spot under the Palace of the Governors' portal.

New Mexico History Museum announces Native American film screenings

The New Mexico History Museum announced that the National Museum of the American Indian will present top Native American films in Santa Fe. Free screenings will be held at the museum's auditorium from Aug. 15 to Aug. 18, 2024.

Developing Youth Leadership Academy offers insight into city operations for high school students

Attention high school students! If you are curious about the various City departments and how they impact your daily life, here’s your chance to dive deep into the inner workings of the City of Las Cruces and discover the roles that different City departments play in shaping our community.

Albuquerque Police Department launches public safety survey

The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) has initiated a public survey aimed at fostering community connections and enhancing safety across the city.

New associate dean focuses on helping students realize potential

In the 1980s and 1990s, millions of youngsters dreamed they could “be like Mike” — legendary Chicago Bulls basketball player Michael Jordan.

APD arrests suspect for $100K damage at American Toyota dealership

ALBUQUERQUE – APD burglary detectives arrested Daniel Candelaria for his role in an overnight burglary on Aug. 5, which resulted in over $100,000 in damages to the American Toyota dealership in Northeast Albuquerque.

Albuquerque police charge suspect linked to both bank robbery and Santa Fe murder

ALBUQUERQUE – APD detectives have charged Zachary Babitz for the July 31, 2024, robbery of a Wells Fargo bank in Northeast Albuquerque. Babitz has been identified by Santa Fe police as the suspect in a homicide investigation involving the murder of an elderly man during a carjacking on August 6.

Albuquerque introduces new employment initiative for homeless residents

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Today, Mayor Keller called for a renewed commitment to integrating public employment opportunities into the City’s efforts to address homelessness. The City introduced its plans for “A Better Way Forward.” The program will offer jobs to individuals staying at the Gateway Center and Gateway West (former Westside Emergency Housing Center) cleaning streets and sidewalks in Albuquerque, transportation to and from job sites, and connection to other services like financial literacy, banking, and case management.

UNM Hospital announces wage increases amid ongoing union negotiations

The University of New Mexico Hospital has announced a 3 percent wage increase for its employees at the Lomas Blvd. campus, its clinics, and many employees at the UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC). This raise is made possible due to newly increased Medicaid reimbursement, supported by the New Mexico Health Care Authority.

UNM graduate premieres musical composition at New York festival

Carlos Arellano, a graduate student in Theory and Composition at The University of New Mexico, recently premiered his musical composition at the 2024 Orchestrating for the 21st Century Workshop. This event was part of the Water Music New York: More Voices festival organized by the Albany Symphony from June 4 to 9.

Gun-related crimes decrease significantly in Albuquerque for early 2024

Albuquerque is experiencing decreases in three major gun-related crime categories so far in 2024, compared to the same period in 2023.

Juvenile arrested for murder during attempted theft

APD detectives arrested a 17-year-old on Thursday and charged him with the shooting death of Adrian Vallejos during an attempted auto theft of the victim’s Kia vehicle.

Scholarship established by alumnus Subhash Shah supports chemical engineering graduate students