New Mexico Sun

News from August 2022















Albuquerque Police Department makes an arrest in connection with killing of four Muslim men: 'We've never seen something like this'

Albuquerque Police have arrested Muhammad Syed, 51, in connection with two of the four homicides of Muslim men in the area.



Critic of Albuquerque's SOS encampments says 'women need actual, permanent housing'

Two days after the City of Albuquerque began accepting applications for safe outdoor spaces, and after months of public debate on the controversial topic, the City has received its first request for a campsite.


Albuquerque’s Gibson Medical Center should be Homeless Hospital & Rehab Center

The city has a moral obligation to help the homeless who suffer from mental illness and drug addiction.


Keller on Coronado Park closure: 'If we don’t close the park now it will never be a park again'

Mayor Tim Keller announced recently the city is closing down Coronado Park to get rid of the homeless encampments that have overtaken the area.


It’s time for school choice for students, parents, and educators

Back in 2018, a state district judge issued an historic decision identifying the long-time shortcomings and faults of New Mexico’s Public Education System


'We reviewed the data': Las Vegas drinking water 'verified' as safe

Amid potential issues from post-fire runoff from the Hermits Peak, Calf Canyon Fire on water supplies, the New Mexico Environment Department has confirmed water in Las Vegas is safe to drink.


Albuquerque senior's golden view blocked by homeless encampments

Albuquerque homeless encampments are piling up on residential sidewalks.