New Mexico Sun

News from August 2022




City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, April 11.


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, July 27.




Grant should increase availability of EV charging stations

A new grant from the New Mexico government will add much-needed electric vehicle charging stations to help the public become more eco-friendly, according to a KRQE report.


A mother’s story – the tragedy of illegal guns on our streets

Personal tragedy is how I learned that it is not registered gun owners who are the problem in America. It is those who buy illegal guns for nefarious reasons.


'The association is tired of the discrimination and racism toward the neighborhood:' SBMTNA opposes approved 'safe outdoor space' encampment

The city of Albuquerque has approved its first application for a "safe outdoor space" encampment that will house up to 50 residents, the maximum allowed under law, KOB 4 reported.


City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, April 11.


City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, July 25.


Albuquerque mayor: 'Everyone wants to come to this event because this is where Summerfest originated'

Albuquerque citizens and visitors enjoyed an expansive spread of live music performances, food and shopping stalls during Downtown Summerfest at the Civic Plaza on Aug. 6.


City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, April 6.


'We're helping the parents': Albuquerque's 5th annual 'Cruzin Into the School Year' event attracts 3,000 families

Albuquerque, New Mexico, held its fifth annual "Cruzin Into the School Year" event at the Civic Plaza Sunday.


Daughter of suspect in Albuquerque Muslim murders: 'I don't think it's true'

The wife and daughter of the man suspected of killing two of four Muslim men recently murdered in Albuquerque contend that he is not responsible.


Freedom?

How much freedom are the Citizens of New Mexico willing to give up in exchange for security, provided by dictates from Santa Fe and “free” (Paid for by the taxpayer) stuff?


Transparency breeds trust in voting

Transparency fosters trust. That’s why we read food labels and check out the deed to the house we’re buying. And, in New Mexico’s election system, it’s why the law allows you to inspect voter registration records.


Traditions continue at San Juan County Fair

Outhouse race, pig competition remain featured attractions


City of Santa Fe Board of Adjustment met Tuesday, April 5.


City of Santa Fe MPO Technical Coordinating Committee met Monday, July 25.