New Mexico Sun

News from February 2023


Moores on criminalizing bestiality in NM: 'I have no idea why this hasn't been made a priority in the past'

State lawmakers want to change the fact that New Mexico remains one of only two states where bestiality is still legal.


City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 16


City of Albuquerque City Council met Wednesday, Jan. 18


Kristina and KiKi Salcido -- "We’re hoping to highlight all of the reasons people from outside of the state are moving into Albuquerque and what we actually have to offer that most people don’t know."

Kristina and KiKi Salcido, owners of K2 Simply Real Estate in Mesa Del Sol, Beginning as a brokerage known as Simply Real Estate in 2017, the firm rebranded into its current name in 2019. said They're hoping to highlight what Albuquerque has to offer. on Feb 3rd.


Rehm: 'Progressives made clear that they are unwilling to lock up felons with illegal firearms'

New Mexico Rep. Bill Rehm (R-Albuquerque) is among those not happy a package of GOP legislation addressing the rising crime rate in the state was recently tabled by Democrats on the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee.


Founder of Black Physicians of Utah: 'When a Black patient goes to a Black doctor, there’s less likely to be bias'

Black Physicians of Utah (BPOU) is a nonprofit organization working to increase the number of Black physicians through retention, recruitment and education.


Romero says building a fire training center is 'a need and not a want anymore'

The city of Las Vegas wants $10 million from state lawmakers to create a regional fire training center to help firefighters quickly respond to wildfires.


Right to Life's Maharg on Satanic Temple abortion clinic for NM: 'It's just an egregious thing'

A right-to-life advocate is denouncing the opening of a telehealth abortion clinic available to New Mexicans.


ABQ PD's Medina on driving without proper plates: 'We are sending a message that everyone must obey our traffic laws'

Vehicles driving without proper license plates are being targeted by the Albuquerque Police Department.


Lil Aztec Flower Shop's Aguirre: If 'you live by a senior home, or you know a senior, send them a flower, let them have a valentine'

The Lil Aztec Flower Shop has a list of 29 seniors who could enjoy a happy Valentine's Day with the help of residents of the San Juan region.


City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Tuesday, Jan. 17


City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Tuesday, Jan. 17


TenderLove Community Center's Johnson: 'My goal is to make sure that we don't see anybody under the bridge begging for money'

TenderLove Community Center in Albuquerque is celebrating 10 years of helping women who struggle with homelessness and addiction.


Bernalillo County Sherriff's Office warns of DWI checkpoints: 'If you consume alcohol or drugs, do not drive'

The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office has announced sobriety checkpoints and DWI patrols are being utilized to catch those who are driving impaired.


City councilor on cost of Albuquerque's Gateway Center: 'We just need some transparency and accountability'

The first overnight beds at the Gateway Center will fully open in April, along with some support services; the City of Albuquerque, which has called for complete transparency on funding for the project, said recently.


Munoz pushes bill to keep semis out of left lane: 'It's about 384 fatal accidents in New Mexico on I-40 alone'

State Sen. George Munoz wants to pass a bill to keep semi-trucks out of the left lane on New Mexico highways and interstates so that traffic can move more smoothly and safely.


Albuquerque FBI's Bujanda on latest local fentanyl bust: 'We'll continue what we're doing, on a daily basis'

At least three people are in custody after federal and local law enforcement agents began raiding several properties in Albuquerque in an operation tied to the largest fentanyl bust in FBI history.


Bernalillo County's Gallegos on MDC staffing: 'Since the early summer we were at a 46% staff capacity and we’re up to 54%'

A spike in the employment rate has improved after the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center was forced to declare a state of emergency last summer over staffing.


City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Tuesday, Nov. 15


City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Tuesday, Nov. 15