News from June 2024
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – The City Council has passed R-24-42, a resolution designed to raise community awareness of human trafficking and train city employees to recognize its signs. The Anti-Human Trafficking Public Awareness campaign will be implemented across all city departments, focusing on educating the public about the causes, methods, and impacts of human trafficking within Albuquerque.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
The City of Albuquerque has received the 2024 Income and Rent Limits from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which increases the income threshold for families to qualify for affordable housing starting June 1, 2024. HUD performs an annual assessment of Albuquerque’s Median Family Income, which is used to set qualification standards and rent limits for federally funded housing developments and programs.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
Babies born with weights less than 5 lbs 8 ounces (2,500 grams) can face a host of health challenges and an increased risk for chronic health problems like diabetes and heart disease later in life. Now, for the first time, researchers at The University of New Mexico have linked industrial air pollution to the state’s above-average rates of babies born with low birthweight in a study published in the Journal of Environmental Management.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
Early voting has concluded as preparations continue for the 2024 Primary Election. Saturday, June 1 marked the final day for early voting. Unofficial participation numbers indicate approximately 5,501 early ballots and 1,972 absentee ballots have been cast. As of Monday morning, 7.9% of eligible voters in Doña Ana County have participated.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
For the past 15 years, Student Affairs has been recognizing and celebrating staff, faculty, departments, and student employees at the annual Louie Awards ceremony—a themed event complete with decorations, food, and a golden Lobo Louie bobblehead for the winners. This year, the coveted awards are materializing thanks to ARTSLab, an interdisciplinary makerspace within the College of Fine Arts (CFA) whose pillars are Art, Research, Technology and Science.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
A month dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community has officially commenced at The University of New Mexico’s campus.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
On June 3, 2024, the Albuquerque City Council passed a resolution (R-24-41) to establish and fund a pilot program aimed at providing day labor opportunities for the unsheltered community. This initiative, set for FY 2025, draws inspiration from the city's previous "There’s a Better Way" program, which facilitated nearly 7,000 jobs between 2015 and 2018. The council aims to foster collaboration among local government, community organizations, and businesses.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE - Councilors Bassan and Grout’s proposed amendment (R-24-45) to the City’s Immigrant Friendly Policy failed to gain enough votes during the Council meeting on Monday night. The measure failed on a 4-5 vote and was highly contested with dozens signing up to speak in opposition.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
The Albuquerque Museum will present "Vivarium: Exploring Intersections of Art, Storytelling, and the Resilience of the Living World," from June 22, 2024, to February 9, 2025. The exhibition will feature works by seven distinguished artists: Nathan Budoff; Patrick McGrath Muñíz; Steven J. Yazzie (Diné/Santa Clara Pueblo); Eliza Naranjo Morse (Santa Clara Pueblo); Stanley Natchez (Shoshone-Tataviam); Julie Buffalohead (Ponca Tribe Indians of Oklahoma); and Eloy Torrez.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
The Office of Equity, Inclusion and Diversity’s LGBT+ Programs at New Mexico State University (NMSU) is marking Pride Month by being recognized as one of the most inclusive universities in the country. NMSU has received a 4.5/5 rating on the Campus Pride Index, a leading national nonprofit organization focused on creating safer college environments for LGBTQ students.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – City Councilors voted unanimously to allow Bernalillo County’s Improvement Special Assessment program to operate within the City of Albuquerque. The Improvement Special Assessment Act is a state program designed to incentivize commercial property owners to make necessary updates and improvements to their properties and buildings.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 3, 2024
The New Mexico Broadcasters Association (NMBA) has announced the winners of its 2024 Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. New Mexico State University’s KRWG public broadcasting station secured eight awards, including Station of the Year in radio for KRWG-FM.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 2, 2024
On Saturday, June 1, the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, along with nearly 200 community members, launched the inaugural Summer of Nonviolence campaign at Pat Hurley Park. The summer-long initiative encourages youth to pledge nonviolence and offers a series of events throughout the season for young people to enjoy and stay safe.
