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Heinrich on opening of new Tesla facility in Santa Ana Pueblo: 'We (are) right at the fulcrum of incredible change with incredible leadership'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 13, 2023
Tesla has opened what officials call the “first ground-up construction, full-size sales, service and delivery facility on U.S. tribal lands” at Santa Ana Pueblo.
Blockchain Association CEO: Crypto regulation bill will 'rein in Chair Gensler’s relentless crusade against American innovation'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 9, 2023
Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith responded to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) back-to-back lawsuits against major cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Binance by saying that SEC Chair Gary Gensler is attacking the entire industry, rather than allowing lawmakers to enact comprehensive regulations for the sector.
Albuquerque barber recounts destruction vandals caused to his shop
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 6, 2023
Lance Garcia, owner of the Albuquerque barbershop, Fate Barber Co., described how vandals stripped his business June 2, "taking whatever they can get, literally mirrors off the walls," KRQE reported.
New Mexico Bank and Trust CEO Greg Leyendecker: 'We are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Banks'
By New Mexico Sun Reports | May 31, 2023
For the seventh straight year, New Mexico Bank and Trust, which operates under parent company Heartland Financial USA, Inc. has been honored by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Banks” for 2023.
Albuquerque plans to redevelop the Menaul Boulevard business area, which has been devalued due to 'criminality' and 'drug use'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 26, 2023
The city of Albuquerque is planning to use new legislation to redevelop property along Menaul Boulevard and revitalize an area that has seen better days.
University of New Mexico Hospital workers won't get pay increase in 2024
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 25, 2023
There will be no pay raises for the frontline staff at the University of New Mexico Hospital, which is reporting a $25 million deficit entering the next fiscal year.
Heather Winklejohn: 'We just need to be aware, we need to be alert and have a head on a swivel'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 23, 2023
Smart Girl Self-Defense, a gym in Albuquerque where women learn how to defend themselves, is hosting monthly classes for previous victims.
Canteen Brewhouse head brewer: 'New Mexico’s craft brew scene, overall, it’s one of the best in the country'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 19, 2023
Four New Mexico breweries received high honors recently by placing in the World Beer Cup, an international competition to recognize the year’s best beers and breweries.
Health Equity Council director Cardiel: 'We have an opportunity to include a broader range of community'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 18, 2023
The city of Albuquerque is ready to start taking public input on a potential plan to purchase the property belonging to Walmart.
Employee frightened in recent dessert shop robbery, management comments: 'It was scary and for her to have to deal with that, I feel really bad'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 17, 2023
Only two months after opening, a new dessert shop on Albuquerque's west side was targeted by a robber who stole an estimated $300.
Local restauranteur Montoya: 'It’s definitely a cultural experience'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 11, 2023
La Parada and Farm & Table hosted their annual Cinco de Mayo Folk Art Festival on May 7.
Williamson: 'The goal is to really let customers experience electric vehicles right now'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 10, 2023
Potential customers and those who were simply curious took part in PNM’s Electric Vehicle Guest Drive event recently.
Rampant crime threatens new business: 'I feel like, as small business owners, we're just sitting ducks'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 9, 2023
Rampant vandalism and crime are causing a business owner to consider closing her doors only weeks after opening.
'Whatever they're doing isn't good enough': Solicitor General of New Mexico demands urgency from Kia, Hyundai amid increase in vehicle theft
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 4, 2023
New Mexico is among 17 states calling on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to recall Kia and Hyundai vehicles that are popular targets of thieves across the country.
Santa Fe Police are addressing crime and homeless at Railyard and Plaza Districts
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 3, 2023
An increased presence of Santa Fe police in the Railyard and Plaza Districts is having a positive impact on business owners concerned about crime and illegal camping.
New Mexico Business Coalition president: 'New Mexico would benefit greatly if our government would establish pro-business policies'
By Andy Nghiem | May 2, 2023
New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) President Carla Sonntag sat down for an interview with New Mexico Sun regarding the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA), which was recently stopped this past legislative session.
Owner of Tomasita’s restaurant on Paid Family and Medical Leave Act: 'I understand the bill well and lobbied hard against it'
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 30, 2023
New Mexico Sun recently interviewed the owner of Tomasita’s, a family-owned New Mexican restaurant for his opinion regarding the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA), a Senate bill stopped by opposition this past session.
Hospital chairman Lee: 'I think we’re on a far better path than we have been over the past'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital is struggling to address its financial obligations and meet other challenges
New Mexico business writer: New book offers roadmap to handling change
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 13, 2023
New Mexico author Steve McKee recently took time for an interview with the New Mexico Sun about his new book, "Turns: Where Business is Won and Lost."
Rio Bravo Brewing Company 'excited' to bring first AI produced beer to customers
By New Mexico Sun Report | Mar 25, 2023
Rio Bravo Brewing Company is exploring the future by introducing a new beer made with artificial intelligence technology.