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Albuquerque Reads seeks donations to support end-of-year celebrations
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The Albuquerque Reads program is seeking donations to help students continue their reading journey over the summer.


Officer positions open at New Mexico Association of REALTORS for 2026
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Applications are now being accepted by the New Mexico Association of REALTORS (NMAR) for several officer positions, with terms beginning January 1, 2026.


Sonographer on ethical dilemmas in healthcare: 'I went into healthcare to help people, not to take the lives of innocent fetuses'
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Monica Parra, a medical sonographer at a major Albuquerque hospital, said that conscience protections are necessary to prevent ethical conflicts in patient care.


State Sen. Gallegos on conscience rights and baby box expansion: 'We’ve got three little boys that have life now because this worked'
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David Gallegos, a state Senator for New Mexico District 41, expressed his support for expanding conscience protections for healthcare workers and the implementation of Safe Haven Baby Boxes across New Mexico.


Sonographer on religious exemption threats: 'Assisting in an abortion goes against everything I believe in'
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William Pacheco, a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer at a major hospital in Albuquerque, reported facing potential job loss after declining to assist in an abortion procedure.


Sonography educator on workforce impact: 'Policies like this will only exacerbate the shortage of healthcare workers'
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Nicole Arredondo, a sonography educator, said that policy changes affecting conscience rights are deterring students from pursuing healthcare careers.


Alliance for Life spokesperson on conscience protections in abortion law: We 'physically assist in ending that little life'
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Suzette Presti, spokesperson for the New Mexico Alliance for Life, said that the restoration of New Mexico's conscience protections through Senate Bill 347 is necessary, as current federal laws leave medical professionals vulnerable.


Tribal Nations and environmental groups challenge Line 5 tunnel project approval
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Four Michigan Tribal Nations and environmental advocates have appealed to the Michigan Supreme Court, seeking to reverse a lower court's decision that supported the Michigan Public Service Commission's permit for the Line 5 tunnel project.


Indigenous muralists feature in South Broadway Cultural Center exhibition
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A new art exhibition at the South Broadway Cultural Center in Southeast Albuquerque presents large original paintings by seven Indigenous muralists.


State Sen. Block: Arson attack on GOP headquarters is 'domestic terrorism'
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Jay Block, the State Senator for New Mexico District 12, has described the recent firebombing of the Republican Party headquarters as an act of "domestic terrorism."


New Mexico GOP: Those responsible for firebombing 'must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law'
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Senate Republicans have condemned the recent firebombing of their headquarters, calling for accountability and a return to civil discourse.


Business Coalition CEO on HB 11 defeat: 'That loss would devastate the state’s economy'
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Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), said that the organization has achieved several victories, including stopping legislation such as House Bill 11.


Albuquerque leaders focus on downtown revitalization efforts during Leadership Albuquerque tour
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Participants of the Leadership Albuquerque program recently gained insight into the ongoing efforts to revitalize Downtown Albuquerque.


UNM law students participate in regional mock trial competition in Oklahoma City
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The University of New Mexico's School of Law recently participated in the 2025 Mock Trial Competition held in Oklahoma City.


UNM law school participates in Housing Education Day focusing on eviction processes
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On February 18, 2025, over 100 educators, legal experts, and advocates gathered for Housing Education Day.


Protests across U.S. call for defunding Planned Parenthood
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On April 2, a protest will take place at the Planned Parenthood facility located at 4630 Eubank Blvd NE in Albuquerque from 12 PM to 1 PM.


New Mexico Senate Democrats announce passing of Bill B. O'Neill
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New Mexico Senate Democrats have announced the passing of former Senator Bill B. O'Neill, acknowledging his contributions to juvenile justice reform and his legacy as a writer and legislator.


Business Coalition President on crime bill veto: 'This veto is an absolute outrage'
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Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concern over Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's veto of Senate Bill 17, stating it reflects a failure to address the state's increasing crime problem.


NMBC President on state-funded abortion clinic: 'The Governor took $10 million from taxpayers'
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Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concerns over Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's allocation of $10 million in taxpayer funds for an abortion clinic in Raton.


NMBC CEO on HB 91 utility rate bill: 'Rate structures will push thousands of New Mexicans who are just above the poverty line'
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Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concerns regarding House Bill 91 (HB 91) Public Utility Rate Structures.