News from March 2023


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Feb. 22

City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, Feb. 22


City of Albuquerque City Council met Jan. 18

City of Albuquerque City Council met Wednesday, Jan. 18


City of Santa Fe MPO Transportation Policy Board met Feb. 23

City of Santa Fe MPO Transportation Policy Board met Thursday, Feb. 23


Albuquerque mayor: Automated speed enforcement useful tool to help slow dangerous driving

The city of Albuquerque wants to create a parking offense for drivers who are in default of payment on three or more fines generated from the Automated Speed Enforcement Ordinance (ASE) and the parking ordinance. The automated systems issue $100 citations to speeding and parking offenders.


University of New Mexico Health Professions Symposium scheduled April 15

The seventh annual University of New Mexico Health Professions Symposium, the state’s largest health careers networking event, is set for April 15 at the UNM Student Union.


Albuquerque school violence intervention program coordinator: 'We push them down that positive path, so they make smarter choices'

A program developed last winter by the city of Albuquerque and West Mesa High School to address school-based violence is showing signs of success.


City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met Feb. 21

City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 21


City of Santa Fe Charter Review Commission met Feb. 23

City of Santa Fe Charter Review Commission met Thursday, Feb. 23


4 Corners K-9 Search and Rescue helps Native American families find lost loved ones: 'They just want an answer'

Statistics from the Bureau of Indian Affairs indicate Native Americans are at a disproportionate risk of going missing, prompting a group of all-female rescue volunteers to do something about it.


Rhino Investments VP on retail center development: 'There's a lot of opportunity for the land'

The old water park near Carlisle and I-40 is being demolished by developers, who have extensive plans to turn the 2.3-acre site into a world-class retail center with food, modern retail and possibly a convenience store.


Genevieve Richter: 'Oh my gosh this is me, this is me, this is me I’ve never heard of it before,’ right?'

Two Albuquerque physical therapists are specializing in treating pelvic pain, an issue that is often overlooked but plagues many women.


City of Santa Fe Community Health and Safety Task Force met Feb. 21

City of Santa Fe Community Health and Safety Task Force met Tuesday, Feb. 21


Stokes: 'The Lobo community has demonstrated incredible strength and resilience'

UNM no longer requires students and employees to provide proof of vaccination.


Marie Coleman: 'I have not seen this many vacancies in years and I’ve been here for 30 years'

Old Town in Albuquerque is undergoing a slow transition as long-time businesses close making room for new stores and restaurants.


Chandler: 'Early detection is critical in successfully treating breast cancer'

A bill to help remove financial barriers to the treatment of breast cancer has been sent to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s (D-NM) office for her signature.


City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met Feb. 21

City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 21


City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Feb. 21

City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Tuesday, Feb. 21


Justice Thomson : 'Watching a court proceeding helps students understand the role and purpose of the judiciary and the rule of law'

The New Mexico Supreme Court will continue its civics education program for students by hearing legal arguments next month in a criminal case appeal.


Justin Hodge: 'This is a small little road and people should respect the fact that'

Road closures are causing headaches for residents whose neighborhoods has filled with traffic trying to find alternate routes.


Bolivar calls Albuquerque bridge a 'critical site'

A bridge that helped shape the history of Albuquerque, if not the entire nation, is up for consideration as a historic city landmark.