News from September 2022


Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission met Aug. 25

Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission met Thursday, Aug. 25.




Albuquerque minister: Homeless suffer more from substance abuse than mental illness and can 'come back to a normal life'

Ralph DiPalma, a volunteer minister associated with Last Chance Ministries, said agencies that seek to help homeless people mired in substance abuse are doing them no favors by designating many of them as mentally ill.


Sarah Kennedy: 'The Funny Fiesta actually has... a sample platter of every type of comedic art possible'

The Albuquerque Funny Fiesta returns for two weekends, featuring comedic talent from Albuquerque and national performers.


Former Las Vegas fire chief recalls visit from future king

Robert Gonzales remembers a visit to New Mexico by King Charles III like it was yesterday, even though it was 40 years ago.


Calls to crisis hotline lead to decrease in suicide rate: 'It's ok to ask for help'

New Mexico saw a 16% drop in suicides among youth ages 5 to 18 in 2021, after having one of the highest suicide rates in the nation in 2020.


City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met May 10

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, May 10.


City of Santa Fe MPO Transportation Policy Board met Aug. 25

City of Santa Fe MPO Transportation Policy Board met Thursday, Aug. 25.



Bill Rehm: 'We are done living in a city of crime'

New Mexico Republican candidates are bashing Democrats, who they claim are responsible for the crime wave that has engulfed cities like Albuquerque.


Wildlife Rescue Inc. of New Mexico official: Migrating hummingbirds face dangers, 'many birds fly into windows'

Hummingbirds can find themselves in trouble this time of year as they rush to fly south before it’s too late, noted Penny Elliston, an advocate and president of Wildlife Rescue Inc. of New Mexico.


New Mexico State Fairgoers advised to arrive early to avoid traffic

There is plenty to enjoy at the New Mexico State Fair—except for dealing with the traffic to get there.


City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met May 9

City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, May 9.


City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Aug. 24

City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Wednesday, Aug. 24.