Steven Hughes News
New Mexico lawmakers target repeat shoplifters who know 'nothing is going to happen to them'
By Steven Hughes | Feb 26, 2022
There’s been a growth in shoplifting – an act all too familiar for residents – in New Mexico.
'There’s no limit': New Mexico to allow permits for recreational marijuana dispensaries
By Steven Hughes | Feb 21, 2022
New Mexico is beginning preparation for marijuana dispensaries.
Support for local Native American- and veteran-owned businesses coming from state Senate
By Steven Hughes | Feb 20, 2022
The New Mexico Senate recently passed a bill that will bolster Native American- and veteran-owned businesses.
'A tough year': Albuquerque catering business robbed, seeks donations to replace trailer
By Steven Hughes | Feb 6, 2022
Crime has grown in New Mexico recently, and a small business is still feeling its impact.
New year brings new laws to New Mexico
By Steven Hughes | Jan 6, 2022
New Mexico starts 2022 with a series new laws approved by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the state’s Democratic-led Legislature.
'He has touched everyone's heart': 7-year-old dies in hit-and-run, suspect evades police
By Steven Hughes | Dec 27, 2021
A 7-year-old died after a hit-and-run at the intersection of Central Avenue and Tingley Drive.
Judge issues subpoena for 'Rust' assistant director to cooperate New Mexico Occupational Health and Safety Bureau's investigation
By Steven Hughes | Dec 15, 2021
Actor Alec Baldwin made headlines after a fatal shooting incident during the production of Joel Souza’s "Rust" in New Mexico launched a criminal investigation.
'High demand for for more fencing' as Albuquerque sees growing number of homeless not using shelters
By Steven Hughes | Dec 15, 2021
Albuquerque has seen a growth in homelessness in the streets because of mental health issues and trauma.
Albuquerque police: Islamic Center of New Mexico victim of 'uptick in hate crimes'
By Steven Hughes | Dec 10, 2021
Security footage showed a woman attacking an Albuquerque mosque by setting multiple fires at the Islamic Center of New Mexico last week.
'We don’t need another stadium': Vote for Albuquerque New Mexico United home raises concerns
By Steven Hughes | Nov 4, 2021
Stop the Stadium hosted a free screening of a documentary called “Battle for Brooklyn” in the Albuquerque Center for Peace and Justice in Albuquerque, N.M., to raise awareness about gentrification in local neighborhoods.
Albuquerque greenlights new tax district for University of New Mexico campus
By Steven Hughes | Oct 6, 2021
The University of New Mexico now has the right to improve the roads, sidewalks, and sewers on its property, after the Albuquerque City Council approved it as a "tax increment development district" in its south campus area.
TreeSmart Fe to plant trees that 'thrive' along Santa Fe River
By Steven Hughes | Sep 26, 2021
TreeSmart Fe is hosting events to discuss helping an 80-year-old tree and to plant trees along the Santa Fe River.
UNM Grand Challenge brings 'collaboration and innovation' for water sustainability research
By Steven Hughes | Sep 26, 2021
The University of New Mexico started Grand Challenges for multi-disciplinary researchers to collaborate on global problems.
National Science Foundation awards $1 million grant to UNM research project for its 'bold and exciting ideas' on sensors
By Steven Hughes | Sep 25, 2021
The National Science Foundation awarded the University of New Mexico part of $1 million of $15.9 million in grants from its Civic Innovation Challenge.
Herrell pushes for 'transparency' over Afghan refugee living conditions, vetting at Holloman Air Force Base
By Steven Hughes | Sep 10, 2021
U.S. Rep. Yvette Herrell wants more information on the vetting process for Afghan refugees at Air Force bases in New Mexico to address her security concerns.
'Comparable to that of the seasonal flu': Suit filed against New Mexico governor's health order
By Steven Hughes | Aug 1, 2021
Businesses filed a lawsuit against the New Mexico governor’s emergency health order intended to curb the spread of COVID-19, comparing the virus to the seasonal flu.