New Mexico Sun

News from June 2022




RPD chief complains about body camera provider

Roswell Police Department (RPD) Chief Phil Smith is speaking out about his disappointment with the department's body camera supplier.


Safe Outdoor Spaces legislation passes vote by Albuquerque City Council: 'We need a safe space to be camped'

The Albuquerque City Council this week passed the Safe Outdoor Spaces legislation, which is intended to help homeless people find a safe place to stay. 


Lessons learned from the Ukraine crisis regarding the energy transition

Some are saying that the one good thing about the Ukraine caused energy crisis is that it will accelerate the transition away from our dependence on fossil fuels.


Albuquerque councilor Peña: Lowrider police cruiser an attempt to bridge 'disconnect between the lowrider community and APD'

In order to establish an increased trust in the police and create a safer community, the Albuquerque police department built a lowrider cruiser.






Oil and gas threat radius – how far is safe?

If I were to ask you how close a well could be drilled to your home without sacrificing the health and safety of your family, what would you say?


Sierra Club raises funds for Las Vegas community and wildfire victims

Las Vegas, NM — The Sierra Club has collected nearly $25,000 through member donations to support the Las Vegas Community Fund and victims of wildfires in New Mexico.


City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 15.


City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Thursday, May 19.





Release of NM student who brought gun to school draws criticism from DA: 'It is, in my judgment, unconscionable'

A student was released recently after bringing a gun to Volcano Vista High School. 


New Mexico homeowners complain of problems with new houses: 'Kind of a mess'

Los Lunas residents claimed that developers did not finish the construction of their brand-new homes.


City of Albuquerque Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 15.