News from June 2024
NMSU student secures internship with NBC Sports during Paris 2024 Olympics
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 28, 2024
Noah Apodaca will begin his senior year at New Mexico State University this fall after securing an internship with NBC Sports during the Paris 2024 Olympics in July and August.
Albuquerque sends emergency management specialist to aid Ruidoso fire response
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 28, 2024
As emergency response efforts continue for the South Fork and Salt fires, the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) has called for additional support. Emergency Management Specialists are needed to relieve and supplement their counterparts in Ruidoso.
Albuquerque officials assess impact of Supreme Court's Grants Pass v. Johnson ruling
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 28, 2024
City leaders will evaluate how the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Grants Pass v. Johnson will affect Albuquerque in the coming weeks. The City has expressed appreciation for the increased flexibility to enforce ordinances and emphasized its commitment to protecting the rights of unhoused individuals.
Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board announces possible quorum for member training
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 28, 2024
A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be present at the City of Albuquerque Government Center (City Hall), located at 1 Civic Plaza NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, for CPOA Board member training on July 2, 2024. No board business will be discussed during this session.
ABQ BioPark celebrates hatching of critically endangered Bali myna chicks
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 28, 2024
The ABQ BioPark has announced the successful hatching of two critically endangered Bali myna chicks. The news follows the introduction of two Bali mynas, a male named Pozole and a female named Masa, earlier this year with the aim of forming a mating pair.
NSF awards $2.5 million grant to support diversity in STEM education
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 28, 2024
The New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation (NM AMP) program has been awarded a $2.5 million grant by the National Science Foundation to support the Louis Stokes Renewal STEM Pathways and Research Alliance: New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation at New Mexico State University (NMSU). The principal investigator for the program is Lakshmi Reddi, interim provost at NMSU.
UNM professor develops technology to monitor loud vehicles
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 28, 2024
Nick Ferenchak, an assistant professor in the Gerald May Department of Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering at The University of New Mexico, has developed a technology to track loud vehicles. He is also the president of Not-A-Loud, a local company specializing in noise cameras.
UNM Cancer Center introduces CAR-T therapy
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
UNM Health Sciences has announced the introduction of a new chimeric antigen receptor therapy (CAR-T) at the UNM Cancer Center. This treatment targets and combats lymphomas, myelomas, and leukemias that have proven resistant to conventional therapies.
Taos Public Health Office offers free back-to-school vaccinations
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
TAOS, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMHealth) Taos Public Health Office at 1400 Weimer Road will be providing no-cost back-to-school vaccinations for all children aged 18 and younger. No appointment is necessary, and the service is available regardless of patient status or insurance coverage.
NMSU Extension hosts food business workshop for Native communities
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service will host the inaugural “Making a Living on 5 Acres or Less” workshop on September 5 at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, located at 2401 12th Street NW in Albuquerque. The event is a collaboration between the Santa Fe and Bernalillo County Extension offices.
UNM Hospital receives high performer award for LGBTQ+ healthcare equality
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
New Mexicans face numerous barriers to quality health care, including lack of insurance, housing, and transportation options. Additionally, many in the LGBTQ+ community are concerned about being treated unfairly or disrespectfully by health care providers.
APD aids National Guard in transporting unusable donations from Roswell
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – Following the delivery of two trailers full of items collected through the Albuquerque Police Department’s Donation Drive for the Ruidoso fires, APD staff assisted the National Guard in bringing back used bedding and clothing items to Albuquerque for donation to other outlets.
City of Albuquerque sends sandbags to aid Las Vegas flooding
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
As heavy rains and flash flood warnings persist in Northern New Mexico, the New Mexico National Guard has requested sandbags to prepare for the storms. This evening, the City of Albuquerque's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) dispatched 12,500 sandbags to support emergency responders in the affected area. The OEM-led effort was facilitated by contributions from the Solid Waste Department and Albuquerque Community Safety.
NMSU alum selected for national genomic research fellowship
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
Mike Lopez, a recent graduate of New Mexico State University (NMSU), has been selected as one of 10 post-baccalaureate genome analysts for the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)-National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Genomics and Public Service Fellowship. This fellowship is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and will span two years starting July 1.
APD arrests suspect in series of antique shop burglaries
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
Detectives with the Albuquerque Police Department’s Burglary Unit have charged and arrested David Johnson, 55, who was listed on the department’s Top 10 Burglary Offender List.
Colfax County offers free back-to-school vaccinations for children
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMHealth) Colfax County Public Health Office in Raton, NM, will offer no-cost back-to-school vaccinations for children aged 18 and younger. These vaccinations are available on a walk-in basis or by appointment at the office located at 226 E. 4th Street.
Los Alamos public health office offers free back-to-school vaccinations
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Health’s Los Alamos Public Health Office, located at 1183 Diamond Drive, will offer no-cost back-to-school vaccinations for all children aged 18 and younger. These vaccinations are available without an appointment, regardless of whether the child is a patient or has insurance.
Westgate Community Center expands with new facilities including splash pad
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 27, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – Today, the City celebrated the expansion of a community center in the heart of the Westgate community. Mayor Tim Keller, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Councilor Klarissa Peña, community center members, and staff gathered to highlight the new outdoor splash pad and expanded indoor space. The new developments add capacity to the already busy community center that sees hundreds of community members daily for various multi-generational programs. The two new multi-purpose rooms will allow for larger community meetings, rental space, youth programs, adult classes,...
Doña Ana County to close administrative offices for Independence Day
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 26, 2024
Doña Ana County’s administrative offices will be closed Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day and Employee Appreciation Day, respectively.
New Mexico advocates push for updated oil industry accountability laws
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 26, 2024
Advocates in New Mexico have petitioned the Oil Conservation Commission to update outdated laws on oil and gas cleanup, financial assurance, and operator transfers.
