News from August 2024
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 30, 2024
The City of Albuquerque joined the Corporate Volunteer Council of New Mexico (CVCNM) for their annual drive to raise funds and collect school supplies to help APS students prepare for the Fall school year.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
Back-to-school season often brings an increase in childhood illnesses, leading to added stress for parents. Experts from The University of New Mexico Health Sciences emphasize the importance of parental self-care during these times.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
The University of New Mexico (UNM) administration has officially adopted a new Asset Management Program (AMP), a comprehensive initiative to expand collaboration, transparency, and holistic management of the university's lands and facility assets. This program represents a significant step towards realizing the vision of One University.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – Today, Mayor Tim Keller was joined by Speaker of the House Javier Martinez, elected leaders, and community members to celebrate the start of construction on the Albuquerque Rail Trail, a landmark project designed to unite communities that have been divided for decades. Construction is kicking off for the Sawmill section of the trail.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
To advance the mission of fostering an 'educated, healthy, and economically vigorous' New Mexico, Garnett Stokes, President of The University of New Mexico (UNM), has appointed Mike Richards, MD, MPA to the role of Interim Executive Vice President of UNM Health Sciences and Chief Executive Officer of the UNM Health System.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
The death of an elderly Bernalillo County woman has been connected to a multistate outbreak of Listeria caused by Boar’s Head brand deli meats, which were ordered to be pulled from public sale nationwide by federal health officials last month.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
Police have arrested the suspect believed to be responsible for Thursday morning’s stabbing death of a 30-year-old man in Las Cruces.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is intensifying his legal efforts against landowners obstructing public access to the Pecos River. This week, Torrez's office sought a court order requiring landowner Erik Briones to justify why he should not be held in contempt.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
Enactment of the 2024 Rules of the Albuquerque Food Services and Retail Ordinance
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 29, 2024
NMSU's Department of Art will host a lecture by award-winning graphic designer, educator, and researcher Yeohyun Ahn at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at the bleachers area in Devasthali Hall. The event will also be available via Zoom, with registration required.
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 28, 2024
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, Aug. 28
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
In a landmark initiative to enhance regional emergency response capabilities, Doña Ana County and the New Mexico State University Fire Department, the City of Sunland Park, the City of Las Cruces, the NASA/White Sands Test Facility, and the Town of Mesilla have signed an Automatic Aid Agreement for fire services.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
Join us for a multi-day workshop, where we will be envisioning the future of the El Paseo and S. Solano MRA area. During this workshop, various design options will be explored, feedback reviewed, and catalytic projects designed to improve public spaces, housing, and local amenities.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
New Mexico State University has been awarded a four-year, $7 million grant from the National Science Foundation through the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) and its Research Incubators for STEM Excellence Research Infrastructure Improvement (E-RISE RII). The grant aims to enhance research competitiveness in New Mexico, build partnerships across academic and non-academic sectors, and create workforce development opportunities.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
Quantum researchers at The University of New Mexico and New Mexico State University have received a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop a photonic quantum computer that can operate at room temperature. This pilot program, titled “Quantum Computing Applications of Photonics,” began on August 15 and is one of five nationwide projects funded by the NSF’s National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NQVL).
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
The New Mexico State University Foundation has announced the 2024 recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Awards, including the James F. Cole Memorial Award for Service and the Young Alumni Service Award — the highest honors conferred upon former students.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
Four University of New Mexico students are participating in a new federal program aimed at teaching youth nationwide how to become victim advocates.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
The Intragovernmental Conference Committee (ICC) of Albuquerque has announced a public hearing to gather input on proposed new rules and regulations. The ICC, which oversees the separation of powers within the city, encourages residents, community stakeholders, and other interested parties to participate in shaping these policies.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 28, 2024
Council Bill No. O-24-32
