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City of Santa Fe Veterans Advisory Board met Dec. 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 10, 2024

City of Santa Fe Veterans Advisory Board met Tuesday, Dec. 19

UNM cancer center achieves milestone allogeneic transplant for blood cancers

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 9, 2024

UNM Health Sciences has announced that the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC) has reached a significant milestone by completing the first allogeneic transplant in New Mexico for blood cancer patients. This comes after these patients recently concluded their crucial 90- to 100-day checkup, marking an important advancement in stem cell transplantation treatment.

UNM professor extends research in Native communities

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 9, 2024

UNM Health Sciences has recognized the significant role of Professor Lorenda Belone in the creation of the Family Listening Program (FLP) for Northern New Mexico families. The program, which has been active for over two decades, has empowered young people to establish connections with tribal elders.

City of Santa Fe Occupancy Tax Advisory Board met Dec. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 9, 2024

City of Santa Fe Occupancy Tax Advisory Board met Friday, Dec. 15

City of Santa Fe City-County Advisory Council on Food Policy met Dec. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 9, 2024

City of Santa Fe City-County Advisory Council on Food Policy met Thursday, Dec. 14

Sandia's achieves fiscal year 2023 economic impact of almost $4.8 billion

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 8, 2024

Sandia National Laboratories has reported a fiscal year 2023 economic impact totaling nearly $4.8 billion, marking an increase of $559 million from the previous year.

Albuquerque Gateway Center unveils first responder receiving area

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 8, 2024

The city of Albuquerque has announced that the University of New Mexico (UNM) Office of Community Health will manage the receiving area for first responders at the Gateway Center. This non-medical service, which operates 24/7, will provide a dedicated space for Albuquerque community safety and other first responders to bring individuals experiencing homelessness. The goal is to assist these individuals in connecting with social service options.

APD reports decrease in use of force despite increased arrests

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 8, 2024

The city of Albuquerque has reported that despite a rise in arrests, the use of force by officers from the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) has declined. The APD, which is currently under a Court-Approved Settlement Agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking to alter its officers' approach to using force during arrests.

Particle Physics Project Prioritization Panel delivers recommendations for next decade's research projects

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 8, 2024

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced that the Particle Physics Project Prioritization Panel (P5), comprising scientists from various countries and international partners, has submitted its recommendations to U.S. funding agencies regarding particle physics research projects for the upcoming decade. The global panel, consisting of approximately 30 scientists, was responsible for shaping these recommendations.

UNM Africana Studies organizes annual Black History Month Kickoff Brunch

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 8, 2024

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced the 39th Black History Month Kickoff Brunch, organized by the UNM Department of Africana Studies. The event is being conducted in collaboration with UNM African American Student Services and will feature keynote speaker Aja Nicole Brooks, a UNM alumna and the Executive Assistant United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico.