By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA), in partnership with the Albuquerque Police Department (APD), has launched the Community Connect Downtown Security Camera Grant Program. This initiative offers grants to property owners for purchasing and installing security cameras on commercial buildings in Downtown Albuquerque.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
Today, Mayor Keller and the City of Albuquerque’s Health, Housing & Homelessness Department showcased the newly renovated dorms and kitchen at the Westside Emergency Housing Center. The City also announced a new name for the facility, Gateway West, as the center is no longer an emergency housing center but a resource open year-round to connect the most vulnerable in our community to hope, healing, and housing. Gateway West shelters around 450-660 people every night and offers critical services including transportation, meals, and medical care.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
In late June, a new baby gorilla joined the family group of western lowland gorillas. Concurrently, Matadi, a 42-year-old female gorilla, departed to join a senior troop at Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita, Kansas.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
New Mexico State University (NMSU), in collaboration with state and local law enforcement agencies, conducted a critical incident response training involving an active-shooter scenario on Thursday.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
The recently approved updates to Sections 21-62 and 21-63 of the Las Cruces Municipal Code related to street and sidewalk solicitations will go into effect Friday, Aug. 16, 2024.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
In partnership with the Substance Prevention Network and Hidalgo County Health Coalition, New Mexico State University Hidalgo County Cooperative Extension Service will facilitate a breakout session at the Family Engagement and Resource Fair in Lordsburg, New Mexico, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10. This event is free and open to the public. The fair, which will be held at the Lordsburg High School commons area, 501 W. 4th St., Lordsburg, aims to provide community members with tools to support children and teens.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
The University of New Mexico Department of Economics will highlight six state-specific economic research projects during its annual New Mexico Economics Research Day on Friday, Aug. 16 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. The free event will be held in person at the Economics building and via Zoom.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
The new City ordinance, commonly called the Shopping Cart Ordinance, will go into effect Friday, Aug. 16, but Las Cruces police will delay enforcement for 60 days to allow retail establishments time to submit a plan and application.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
Two students from The University of New Mexico recently participated in the BioDesign Challenge in New York City with a project examining the history and future of tattooing. UNM teams have previously competed in the challenge with various projects, including smart acequias monitoring and eco-friendly, recyclable organic fabrics.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
New Mexico State University Global Campus has been recognized by Forbes Advisor as the best online college in New Mexico for 2024.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
The Santa Fe County Office of Emergency Management has announced the release of its updated Hazard Mitigation Plan, now available for public review and comment. This plan outlines strategies and actions aimed at reducing long-term risks to life and property from natural and human-made disasters. The County invites residents, business owners, and stakeholders to participate in the public comment period to ensure the plan reflects the community's needs and priorities.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
With a new director at the helm alongside a dedicated long-time coordinator, the Center for Career and Technical Education (CCTE) at The University of New Mexico-Gallup is collaborating with area high schools to provide students with hands-on, career-focused education.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
Thanks to the strength of world equity markets, the wealth management sector in the United States has experienced unprecedented gains in recent years. In 2023, assets under management in this burgeoning market topped $58 billion in the U.S., and federal labor statistics show wealth management jobs growing by 13% over the next decade.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 8, 2024
Las Cruces police will conduct at least one sobriety checkpoint and a saturation patrol within city limits before the end of August.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 7, 2024
Las Cruces City Council amended two ordinances and approved a new one intended to clarify roadside solicitation laws, improve public safety and the well-being of pedestrians and motorists, and help curtail the theft of shopping carts from retail stores.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 7, 2024
August 7, 2024 - For Immediate Release
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 7, 2024
The City of Las Cruces has announced the launch of its new user-friendly website, designed to highlight the community's beauty through video and local photography.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 7, 2024
Professor Sonia Gipson Rankin, a Professor of Law at The University of New Mexico School of Law, recently addressed questions about U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’s role in the Biden administration and her 2024 presidential campaign.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 7, 2024
For over a decade, College of Business alumna Margaret Hardin has continued her family’s tradition of supporting NMSU students by expanding their global opportunities.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 7, 2024
Bandelier National Monument has confirmed that a bat found dead in the park tested positive for rabies. This marks the first confirmed rabies case of the year for northern New Mexico. The deceased bat was discovered in the Cottonwood Picnic Area on July 7.
