New Mexico Sun

News from January 2023


Lujan Grisham: 'Investing in quality recreational facilities is important to supporting the health, happiness and well-being of New Mexicans'

Over 40 projects intended to improve the quality of life for local and tribal residents throughout New Mexico will share an estimated $45 million in funding.


Family sues Albuquerque hospital over 12-year-old girl's leg amputation

The family of a 12-year-old girl has filed a medical malpractice suit against Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, charging she was forced to have her leg amputated after she had to wait in the emergency room for 10 hours before getting surgery.


'It's a necessity': New Mexico receives $5.7 million grant to expand broadband access

New Mexico recently received a $5.7 million federal grant to increase internet availability throughout the state.


Socorro hair salon was robbed of $60,000 worth of jewlery: 'We're putting up a security door, and I put my jewelry in a safe every night'

Thieves took advantage of a power outage back in September and stole more than $60,000 worth of merchandise from a Socorro hair salon and jewelry store.


Albuquerque FBI agent: 'We’re actively pursuing any leads that anyone might have' related to Leonard John Lucero

The FBI is searching for convicted felon Leonard John Lucero, 51, after finding dozens of firearms and more than $100,000 in suspected stolen property while executing a search warrant in his home and storage unit.


The Gateway Center has 50 beds available for Albuquerque's homeless: 'We are not going to let anyone freeze'

The Gateway Center is open on a nightly basis to homeless people who need a warm place to sleep during the cold weather.


City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, Oct. 6


'You should all be dragged out of your offices': Sandoval County officials threatened at meeting

Sandoval County, New Mexico, commissioners are speaking out about the uncivil behavior at their meetings often caused by election deniers, many of whom have recently made alarming statements during public comment periods.


Farmington's San Juan Regional Medical Center finally unveils new pediatric unit

Bonnie Higgins, manager of the pediatric unit at San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, has been with the unit her entire career.


City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Oct. 3


City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 5


City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, Oct. 3


New Mexico ranchers urge EPA to back stricter emissions regulations

New Mexico ranchers are urging the Environmental Protection Agency to endorse tougher emissions regulations throughout the country to limit the number of harmful pollutants that are produced by oil and gas wells.


New Mexico state senator continues to advocate high-speed train service

Las Cruces Senator Bill Soules may not realize his dream of a high-speed train in his state during this legislative session but is eager to lay the foundation to move in that direction.


New Mexico HSD changes how child support collections are distributed to 'benefit low-income families and children'

New Mexico is changing how child support collections are distributed so more money is passed to families rather than to the government.



CWA Union president: Some state workers who've been working from home 'don’t need to be in the office'

State workers aren’t ready to return to the office for reasons that range from not enough office space to personal issues, like finding child care and having to endure long commutes.


City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, Sept. 27


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, Dec. 21


Albuquerque Freemason praises King's contributions in call to combat environmental challenges

Faced with the challenges wrought by climate change, now is the time for community unity, an Albuquerque-area Freemason said during a local gathering in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day this week