News from February 2023
Albuquerque International Sunport to receive $7 million in federal funding for improvements
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently announced $7 million in federal funding for improvements to Albuquerque International Sunport.
'There is nothing good that can come out of this': Albuquerque neighborhood groups appeal SOS ordinance
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
Several groups are appealing the city's efforts to launch an ordinance designed to address the city's homelessness problem.
District court approves plan to shoot 150 feral cows in Gila Wilderness
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
A district court has approved a plan to kill feral cattle in the Gila wilderness.
Albuquerque's Salvation Army Rehab Center seeking donations for repairs
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
The Salvation Army is seeking donations to help renovate one of its rehab centers in Albuquerque.
Barron: 'It makes me feel violated, I mean, I don’t feel comfortable at home' after theft
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
A 28-foot-camper, belonging to Valentino Barron and his wife, was more than just four wheels.
Bahadir: 'My parents, my uncle, everybody in my family– the city they grew up in is leveled'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
In the 20 years since Ata Bahadir and his family came to Albuquerque from Turkey, he has built a life and a name for himself.
Albuquerque resident says tree that fell in grandmother's yard held many memories for his family
By Sam Jackson | Feb 28, 2023
Albuquerque resident Jolynn Maestas says she heard a loud noise on Feb. 22, then found the cause was something that held family ties.
DEA agent on Fentanyl Awareness Day: 'We seized more pills than the number of residents in the state of New Mexico'
By Sam Jackson | Feb 28, 2023
Local leaders, state representatives and families spoke at the state capitol in Albuquerque recently to share their stories in observance of Fentanyl Awareness Day.
ABQ Black-business owner Zahra: 'The BLESS fund was actually a blessing for me'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
Jay Wilson, a local business owner, started the Albuquerque Black Economic Security and Solidarity Fund—or “BLESS” fund—in 2020.
Nuclear science museum spokeswoman on STEAM Day in Albuquerque: 'When they come in, they’re ready to learn and have fun'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History opened its doors to families in the metro area, allowing the old and young to interact with science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.
New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts student: 'I think it would be very helpful to just go and reset because classes can be loud'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
Students at the New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts are making a documentary of lawmakers in their efforts to pass a bill to create a mental wellness room in schools across the state.
Lujan Grisham appoints new PED secretary: 'Dr. Romero has the vision and expertise to implement the changes our public education system needs'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
Los Lunas Schools Superintendent Dr. Arsenio Romero will begin his new role as secretary of the Public Education Department on March 6.
Socorro County farmer: 'I can’t have another year like last year'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
Sen. Ben Ray Lujan and several of the state’s agricultural groups recently met to discuss the future of farming in New Mexico.
Abeyta: Old school 'was really starting to impact the focus and study of the students and the teachers and the staff'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
A Navajo Nation school near Albuquerque working against years of flooding and deteriorating classrooms is getting some good news.
Albuquerque bus riders concerned about plans 'to get rid of' some routes
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
Albuquerque city councilors are considering reducing bus services to help deal with worker shortages, a proposal that concerns some bus riders.
Benson: 'With the county and the city both tackling this problem, we can begin to make our streets and roads safer'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023
Bernalillo County is establishing an automated speed enforcement program similar to the program in Albuquerque, which uses speed cameras.
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Feb. 1
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 28, 2023
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, Feb. 1
City of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee met Feb. 1
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 28, 2023
City of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Feb. 1
Romero: 'We're making a huge investment in our families and our children for the future'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Feb 27, 2023
Lawmakers are discussing the General Appropriations Act for how to divide $9.4 billion in the state budget.
Edgewood mayor: 'It is not logical to destroy a useful community center for the Edgewood people'
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 27, 2023
Edgewood Mayor Audrey Jaramillo recently weighed in on a current dispute regarding the old Edgewood Elementary School.