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PNM's Yingling: In New Mexico's high-wind season, 'we have to be very proactive'
Business

PNM, New Mexico's largest power company, is preparing for any effects that high winds may have on the state's power lines and poles.


Thomson: New Mexicans 'celebrated responsibly' first legal 4/20 cannabis holiday with more than $2 million in sales
Business

Sales of cannabis in the Land of Enchantment surpassed $2 million on 4/20, pointing to the conclusion that New Mexicans were happy to take part in the unofficial cannabis holiday legally for the first time.


Albuquerque insurance agent Jackson offers homeowners advice about windstorms
Business

New Mexico homeowners were concerned about possible damage to their homes and property amid the strong winds forecasted to sweep through the Albuquerque area this week.


Batteries Plus in Rio Rancho recycles batteries: We 'make sure they're safely disposed of'
Business

A Rio Rancho Batteries Plus store is reminding the public that recycling batteries is a good way to help the environment.


'We had to plan for termination earlier': Christus St. Vincent to end contract with cancer care group
Business

Several thousand people diagnosed with cancer who are already fighting for their lives now may have to find new doctors and treatment options and fast following the decision by a major medical group to terminate its contract with New Mexico Cancer Care Associates.


Santa Fe office manager: Alleged jewelry thief 'terrorizing all the different businesses downtown'
Business

A man is facing charges this week after allegedly stealing more than $200,000 worth of jewelry in Santa Fe recently.


Lujan Grisham praises 'successful' response to start of cannabis sales in New Mexico
Business

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham continues to rave about the opening of legal recreational sales of cannabis in the state that began on April 1.


New Mexico unemployment back to pre-pandemic levels: 'Our recovery takes longer than other parts of the country'
Business

Although New Mexico’s unemployment numbers are nearly back to pre-pandemic levels, the state still has the country’s highest percentage of the labor force unemployed, according to numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics cited in a KRQE report.


Agreements ensure pueblos benefit from 'economic opportunities' of cannabis
Business

Historic agreements between New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, Pueblo of Picuris Gov. Craig Quanchello and Pueblo of Pojoaque Gov. Jenelle Roybal will ensure the pueblos take part in the recreational cannabis industry. Recreational cannabis sales became legal on April 1.


Cannabis sold on black market not going away, both can 'run concurrently'
Business

There’s room for all of us: that seems to be the opinion of legal sellers of cannabis and those who deal in the black market.


Spirit Airlines to begin ABQ-Vegas service: 'We’re committed to serving you'
Business

Starting in August, Spirit Airlines will offer daily service to Las Vegas, Nev., joining Albuquerque Sunport in offering such regular service.


'It’s going to be a challenge': Cannabis could be in short supply when it becomes legal
Business

The sale of recreational cannabis will become legal on April 1, but demand will likely exceed supply, according to experts.


Vara offers wine tasting experience
Business

Two seatings are available each day for tastings at Vara Winery and Distillery


Restaurant owner: 'The local places' are struggling after missing funding
Business

The Restaurant Revitalization Fund has fallen short of sustaining many of the state’s restaurants.


Lujan Grisham: 'We are delivering on streamlined professional licensing practices'
Business

It is now easier for professionals to obtain credentials and work in the state, thanks to New Mexico legislators.


Candelaria calls for New Mexico to divest from Russia
Business

New Mexico state Sen. Jacob Candelaria is asking his state to divest an estimated $16 million tied to Russia.


New Mexico entrepreneurs prepare for legal weed
Business

Entrepreneurs got a crash course in the legal recreational marijuana industry during a recent event at the Albuquerque Convention Center.


UNMH causes controversy after offering bonuses to nurses who left
Business

The University of New Mexico Hospital is offering incentives to nurses who left the hospital, and the nurses who stayed are out of luck.


Santa Fe business owners create book to teach kids about online safety
Business

Local authors/tech entrepreneurs in Santa Fe have banded together to pen a book that teaches children how to stay safe online.


Proposed bill would allocate funds to drought monitoring network, setting up 'center for dry land resilience'
Business

Senate Bill 72 could act as a boon for New Mexico farmers who are always stuck in a drought.