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City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Dec. 2

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 17, 2021

City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Thursday, Dec. 2.

Conservative group decries Dona Ana County clerk's refusal of invitation

By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 16, 2021

Coalition of Conservatives in Action was founded to encourage public involvement in politics and government, and foster dialogue with public officials.

Loving Police Chief Frank Methola charged with impersonating a police officer

By Art Benavidez | Dec 16, 2021

Loving Police Chief Frank Methola has been charged with impersonating a police officer after conducting a traffic stop outside of his jurisdiction, according to the sheriff’s department.

It's all about life and death

By Stephan Helgesen | Dec 16, 2021

The Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments in the Mississippi abortion law that placed a limit of 15 weeks on terminations of pregnancies. The U.S. Solicitor General (SG) Elizabeth Prelogar argued against it and Mississippi SG Scott Stewart argued to uphold it.

City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Sept. 2

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 16, 2021

City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Thursday, Sept. 2.

City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Dec. 2

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 16, 2021

City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, Dec. 2.

Grassroots group pushes back on New Mexico redistricting with call to action

By Art Benavidez | Dec 15, 2021

A political organization is calling out several lawmakers in what they perceive as the silencing of their voices over the special redistricting session.

Albuquerque man sentenced to 4 years for weapons possession, ID fraud

By Art Benavidez | Dec 15, 2021

An Albuquerque man was recently given four years in prison for illegal possession of weapons and stealing identification papers.

Judge issues subpoena for 'Rust' assistant director to cooperate New Mexico Occupational Health and Safety Bureau's investigation

By Steven Hughes | Dec 15, 2021

Actor Alec Baldwin made headlines after a fatal shooting incident during the production of Joel Souza’s "Rust" in New Mexico launched a criminal investigation.

'High demand for for more fencing' as Albuquerque sees growing number of homeless not using shelters

By Steven Hughes | Dec 15, 2021

Albuquerque has seen a growth in homelessness in the streets because of mental health issues and trauma.

New Mexico state Senate passes district remapping bill over unanimous GOP disapproval

By Bob Martin | Dec 15, 2021

The New Mexico state Senate recently approved a reconstructed version of the state’s congressional map, with all Republicans voting against in a 25-15 vote, according to NM Political Report.

New Mexico Tech rugby falls in 'bittersweet' championship game

By John Kelly | Dec 15, 2021

The New Mexico Tech Miners rugby team finished in the runner-up spot during the Cohen Cup Final, losing to the Christendom Crusaders 34-29 during the collegiate rugby championship game.

City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Aug, 30

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 15, 2021

City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, Aug, 30.

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Dec. 1

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 15, 2021

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, Dec. 1.

Special Session debate leaves some New Mexico legislators no 'fair warning,' others not happy

By Art Benavidez | Dec 14, 2021

Several state lawmakers are raising alarm about alterations to three bills without given a day’s notice during last week’s House of Representatives debate.