News from June 2023
Deb Haaland: 'The ancestors are here, and they are smiling down on us'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 18, 2023
Deb Haaland received a mixed reception at a press conference to trumpet a new rule that limits oil and gas activity around Chaco Canyon.
Governor tells Farmington: 'The state will provide whatever resources necessary for as long as it takes to heal'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 18, 2023
New Mexico Governor. Michelle Lujan Grisham approved emergency funds for the city of Farmington in the wake of a mass shooting there last month.
Albuquerque police chief: 'Interns will exit the internship better prepared for public safety careers'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 17, 2023
Anyone interested in working in public safety is invited to apply for a new internship program being offered by the Albuquerque Police Department and Central New Mexico Community College.
FBI agent on Red River fallout: 'This is not over, and I believe the Bandidos will retaliate'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 17, 2023
Despite a warning from an FBI agent about the potential for further violence, a man charged with drug possession after the Red River biker gang shooting was released from jail until trial after a hearing before a judge.
Albuquerque resident Herndon: 'It changes it from a space for kids to something else'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 17, 2023
Residents near Tiguex Park want the city to address the state of disarray the once-popular park has fallen into recently.
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met April 12
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 17, 2023
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, April 12
City of Santa Fe Community Health and Safety Task Force met May 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 17, 2023
City of Santa Fe Community Health and Safety Task Force met Tuesday, May 16
Bernalillo County commissioner on Coors Boulevard improvements: 'These changes are desperately needed and will be lifesaving'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 16, 2023
Steven Michael Quezada, Bernalilo County's District 2 commissioner, said the approval for funding Coors Boulevard improvements will make needed changes.
Former CFTC commissioner: 'Enforcement is not a substitute for GUIDANCE'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 16, 2023
Brian Quintenz, the head of policy at Andreessen Horowitz and a former CFTC commissioner, is criticizing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for suing leading cryptocurrency exchanges for allegedly violating securities laws while industry participants and lawmakers are saying crypto companies need clearer rules to follow.
Gallegos: 'At some point they started firing shots'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 16, 2023
The Albuquerque Police Department responded to another deadly shooting at a house party, this one occurring in Northwest Albuquerque shortly after midnight on June 4.
Medina on bust: 'This was an amazing team effort that helps us keep the pressure on the criminals'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 16, 2023
The Albuquerque Police Department announced the takedown of a major drug operation in the metro area, which has potential ties to a Mexican drug cartel.
Sheriff Allen: 'It’s a huge red flag on what could happen later'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 16, 2023
Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen is making the prevention of animal cruelty a priority by reinstituting the Bernalillo County Animal Cruelty Task Force.
Business owner Alam: 'I was going to like joke around about it, but it’s not a joke anymore'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 16, 2023
The Albuquerque Police Department started a Burglary Unit to address the persistent break-ins at retail businesses across the community.
City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met May 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 16, 2023
City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Tuesday, May 16
Reversing the Homelessness Crisis: Is New Mexico Ready for a Behavioral Health Treatment Court?
By Pete Dinelli | Jun 15, 2023
On May 22, the NM Legislative Finance Committee (LFC) released a report on the state’s homeless and the affordable housing shortage which included the preliminary estimates of the 2023 Point In Time (PIT) annual homeless count.
Truth of the Referendum Project and the misleading claims of the SOS
By Jodi Hendricks | Jun 15, 2023
During the 2023 legislative session we saw progressive ideals passed by our legislature while family values were offended, and faith values were mocked.
City Councilor continues campaign for 'small investments in the streets'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 15, 2023
City Councilor Isaac Benton is spearheading a proposal to make roads safer by changing one-way streets to two-way lanes and a timed intersection into a four-way stop.
Monica Ault: 'Essentially one in five licensed drivers have had their license suspended'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 15, 2023
New Mexicans can keep their driver’s licenses even if they fail to appear in court thanks to a new law that takes effect on June 16.
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met May 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 15, 2023
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, May 15
City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met April 12
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 15, 2023
City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met Wednesday, April 12