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'Not just a laboratory research project': Los Alamos National Lab wants hydrogen-powered trucks on highways

A project manager for the Los Alamos National Lab Fuel Cells and Vehicle Technology Department says that they are working on getting hydrogen-powered commercial semi-trucks on the roads.


UNM Grand Challenge brings 'collaboration and innovation' for water sustainability research

The University of New Mexico started Grand Challenges for multi-disciplinary researchers to collaborate on global problems.


Lobos go 6-5 overall in opening day matches in Provo


'It's just like any hobby': Remote-controlled balloons to debut at Albuquerque's Balloon Fiesta

Attendees of this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta will be greeted by a new feature of the widely popular event: remote controlled balloons.


Handful of Republicans 'enthusiastically' give across-the-aisle endorsement to Bernalillo's Sheriff Gonzales for Albuquerque mayor

Bernalillo County Sheriff Manny Gonzales’ bid to become Albuquerque’s next mayor has received a slew of endorsements from some unlikely sources.


New Mexico holds public hearings on new rules for oil and gas sector; small-business 'concerns' aired

New Mexico’s Environment Department held public hearings on proposed rule changes that could impact its oil and gas industry.


National Science Foundation awards  $1 million grant to UNM research project for its 'bold and exciting ideas' on sensors

The National Science Foundation awarded the University of New Mexico part of $1 million of $15.9 million in grants from its Civic Innovation Challenge.


Albuquerque's BioPark to partner with Valles Caldera National Preserve to promote conservation efforts

BioPark in Albuquerque is collaborating with Valles Caldera National Preserve to help protect and conserve the park's wildlife as part of a five-year zoo-park partnership.



After 'significant consideration and monitoring," Bernalillo County leaders won't mandate COVID-19 vaccination for county workforce

Bernalillo County leaders have decided that they will not mandate COVID-19 vaccinations yet, according to the Albuquerque Journal, in large part out of fear of losing public safety employees.


Albuquerque schools short on officers as disciplinary problems jump; superintendent asserts students 'need our help' coping during pandemic

The Albuquerque Public School system is having a hard time finding enough officers and security aides as violence and discipline problems increase.


Attorney for Albuquerque's Backstreet Grill faces sanctions after sending 'shocking,' profanity-laced letter to court

A judge has recently threatened to sanction Backstreet Grill's attorney, Ana Garner, after she sent a "shocking letter" to the court, according to a report by KOB 4.


New monitoring systems to be implemented by No overnight lapses:  New Mexico defendants' ankle devices to be continuously monitored

New Mexico courts will begin continuously monitoring the ankle devices of felony defendants in the coming months.


'Violent crime is unacceptable': Albuquerque organizes multi-agency checklist to combat it on all fronts

As the Albuquerque area continues to see an uptick in violent crimes, more than 20 different law enforcement agencies from across New Mexico have teamed up to develop a checklist to help combat crime.


No more bus fares in 2022: Albuquerque pilots zero fare program

A pilot program just approved by the Albuquerque City Council will help those struggling to pay for transportation through a 12-month "zero fare pilot program."


'We're looking for smart solutions': New tech aimed at jamming up speeders along Albuquerque's Lead and Coal corridor

New equipment is ready to hamper speeding drivers along Albuquerque's Lead and Coal corridor.


Albuquerque's new Preventative Pet Care Clinic aimed at low- to moderate-income owners

A pet care center that allows pet owners to bring pets in for care no matter what they can pay just opened its doors in Albuquerque.


Herrell: Holloman Air Force Base's vetting of Afghan refugees 'dangerously vague'

Rep. Yvette Herrell is demanding answers after she toured Holloman Air Force Base and investigated the conditions surrounding the Afghan refugees housed there.


New Mexico Senators refuse to comment on US drone strike that killed civilians

Neither Sen. Martin Heinrich nor Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, both Democrats from New Mexico, had any comment for the New Mexico Sun when asked if they planned to call for the Biden Administration to investigate the circumstances which led to the U.S. military targeting innocent civilians during last month’s drone strike in Kabul.


Senators Heinrich and Lujan refuse to call for investigation into drone strike which killed innocent Afghans

Neither Sen. Martin Heinrich nor Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, both Democrats from New Mexico, had any comment for the New Mexico Sun when asked if they planned to call for the Biden Administration to investigate the circumstances which led to the U.S. military targeting innocent civilians during last month’s drone strike in Kabul.