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jemez broadband

General Interest, Jemez

Jemez Pueblo begins connecting homes in $15 million broadband project

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 29th, 2025September 29th, 2025

Uptown Connect

Housing & Homelessness

After 27 years, ABQ’s Uptown Connect housing project gets green light

by Jesse Jones September 26th, 2025September 29th, 2025

Healthcare, New Mexico

All three Democratic hopefuls for governor support medical compacts

by Alex Ross September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

The Sandoval County Tourism Alliance has been awarded $20,000 from the New Mexico Tourism Department to support regional tourism marketing efforts.

General Interest, Sandoval County

Sandoval County Tourism Alliance receives $20,000 state grant

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

Jason Casuga, left, CEO and chief engineer for the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District, and Felix Chaves, right, Governor of Sandia Pueblo shake hands Sept. 25 after signing an agreement that will allow repair work on the Corrales siphon to proceed. The MRGCD recognized the siphon had not received proper right-of-way permits from the Pueblo, which meant the district had been trespassing on Pueblo lands for nearly 100 years.

Corrales siphon work to begin in January after Sandia Pueblo agreement

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ September 26th, 2025October 2nd, 2025

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joins business leaders to discuss how Trump’s ‘Big, Bad Bill’ will raise utility bills on New Mexicans and threaten clean energy jobs, Aug. 8 in Albuquerque.

Congress & Federal Gov, New Mexico

New Mexico officials sound alarm on potential health coverage losses if tax credits lapse

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

Pacific Fusion announced an expansion in New Mexico with a new Research and Manufacturing Campus, which will be located at Mesa Del Sol. During a press conference representatives from local government came to address the media on details. Pictured is City Councillor Joaquin Baca signing a rendering of what the facility will look like.

Exclusive: Pacific Fusion on why they chose ABQ for $1 billion fusion research campus

by Jesse Jones September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

Measles rash

Healthcare, New Mexico

New Mexico declares end to measles outbreak that infected 100 people

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

Park rangers lead a guided hike at the 2024 Valles Caldera Fall Fiesta. (NPS)

Events, Sandoval County

National Park Service to host Valles Caldera Fall Fiesta

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

Castelion

Local Gov., Sandoval County

Final approval for rocket plant leases expected next month in Sandoval County

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

Jobs, Workers & Economy

Starbucks to close hundreds of stores, including in New Mexico. Is yours on the list?

by nm.news September 26th, 2025September 26th, 2025

New Mexico Democratic lawmakers compare ICE to KKK, drawing sharp Republican criticism

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 25th, 2025September 25th, 2025

Raul Torrez

New Mexico AG’s office under fire for immigrant detention oversight

by Alex Ross September 25th, 2025September 25th, 2025

Corrales Village Hall

Corrales phone system down Friday

by Corrales Comment Staff September 25th, 2025September 25th, 2025

Navajo Lake State Park

General Interest, New Mexico

New Mexico State Parks offers free entry and fishing this weekend

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 25th, 2025September 25th, 2025

Mayor Tim Keller uses virtual reality technology Thursday to preview the planned Uptown Connect development during a press conference at the current Uptown Transit Center. The $120 million mixed-use project will transform the underutilized transit hub into 239 apartments, along with commercial space, restaurants and a dog park. The development represents the culmination of a 27-year effort that began when the city purchased the land in 1998 with federal transit funds. Construction is scheduled to begin in mid-2026, with completion expected by 2028.

Housing & Homelessness

Photo of the day: Mayor Keller takes virtual tour of Albuquerque’s future

by Jesse Jones September 25th, 2025September 26th, 2025

Heritage Day

Corrales councilors support water study grant

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ September 25th, 2025October 2nd, 2025

The Corrales Historical Society will present its 37th Annual Juried Old Church Fine Arts Show from Oct. 4-12 at the Historic Old San Ysidro Church, featuring work from 76 New Mexico artists across multiple mediums.

Art and history converge at Corrales Old Church Fine Arts Show

by Corrales Comment Staff September 25th, 2025September 25th, 2025

The Corrales Harvest Festival returns this weekend, with the entire village participating in one way or another.

It’s time to hit the hay … ride

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ September 25th, 2025September 25th, 2025

Late Wednesday, U.S. District Judge William P. Johnson of the U.S. District Court of New Mexico granted a petition for a writ of habeas corpus directing the federal government to immediately release 28-year-old Paulo Cesar Gamez Lira from the Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, where he had been held for 42 days.

Courts, Justice & Safety

Federal judge orders DACA recipient detained by ICE released from New Mexico detention center

by Alex Ross September 25th, 2025September 25th, 2025

Community Content

Reel Gems – Overlooked Films Currently Streaming: The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974)

by Guest commentary September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union will award $20,000 in grants to New Mexico public and charter school teachers through its enrichEd Classroom Grant Program, with applications now open through Sept. 28.

Education, New Mexico

New Mexico teachers to receive $20,000 in financial literacy grants from U.S. Eagle

by nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

During raids in January, federal agents seized more than 8,500 pounds of marijuana and found 10 Chinese nationals working illegally Dineh Benally's Estancia operation. (Roberto E. Rosales)

Dineh Benally pleads guilty in Estancia marijuana scheme, using illegal Chinese workers

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 25th, 2025

A trail marker on the Lincoln National Forest in August 2023.

Congress & Federal Gov

New Mexico delegation urges exclusion from Trump administration’s roadless rule rollback

by NM Political Report September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

New Mexico Senate Republicans will convene a legislative task force Monday from 1-4 p.m. at the Sandoval County Commission Meeting Room. (Staff photo)

New Mexico Senate Republicans to hold healthcare access task force Monday

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Access to healthcare services in New Mexico has, in many cases, not improved, and the burdens on the state’s Medicaid have increased in recent years, according to a new report.

Report: New Mexico Medicaid more expensive, with diminished quality

by Alex Ross September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Wikimedia Commons

Furniture store fined after employee crushed to death

by Josh Lee, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Stanley residents met for their sixth meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at the Stanley firehouse, where several community members expressed their issues with accessing water in their homes and from their wells. (Lauren Lifke)

Santa Fe County

Stanley community fights for water accessibility

by nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo, Local Gov.

New animal shelter plan moves forward

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Rio Rancho City Hall. (City of Rio Rancho)

Local Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho City Council to consider renewable energy projects

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Moriarty Mayor Brandon Webb resigned from office during a special city council meeting Monday night, citing ongoing political opposition and frustration with what he called constant resistance to his reform efforts.

Moriarty mayor resigns amid city’s financial crisis

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Rebuilding Together Sandoval County has received a $60,000 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico to provide free home modifications for low-income residents with disabilities, the organization announced Tuesday.

General Interest, Sandoval County

Sandoval County nonprofit receives $60k grant for home accessibility modifications

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Courts, Justice & Safety

Albuquerque mayoral candidate charged for inappropriate touching of former campaign staffer

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Bernalillo County will host a free overdose recognition and response training this week as part of ongoing efforts to address the community's drug overdose crisis. The Behavioral Health Education and Awareness Council will conduct the training Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the CARE Campus, 5901 Zuni Rd. SE. The session will also be available virtually via Microsoft Teams.

Bernalillo County

Bernalillo County to offer free overdose response training Wednesday

by City Desk ABQ September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Albuquerque City Councilors in the Council chambers on Monday February 3, 2025. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales / City Desk Abq

Sobriety required: Albuquerque tests housing program for residents leaving rehab

by Jesse Jones September 24th, 2025September 24th, 2025

Edgewood Town Hall

Oops! Agenda mistake forces Edgewood commission to adjourn after just 5 minutes

by nm.news September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

New Mexico Democratic candidate for governor Sam Bregman talks during an event in Roswell Friday. (Courtesy photo)

Politics & Elections

Bregman would back ban on local immigrant detention centers, limit arrests of immigrants without other crimes

by Alex Ross September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

New Mexico National Guard troops could soon be deployed to Española and Rio Arriba County to address a surge in crime and public safety concerns.

Courts, Justice & Safety

Española police chief addresses unease over National Guard deployment

by Alex Ross September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez announced his 2026 re-election bid over the weekend, touring his sprawling southern New Mexico district with campaign stops in Albuquerque's West Side, Los Lunas, Truth or Consequences and Mesilla.

Politics & Elections

Vasquez launches 2026 re-election campaign, emphasizes bipartisan record

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

New Mexico National Guard troops could soon be deployed to Española and Rio Arriba County to address a surge in crime and public safety concerns.

Courts, Justice & Safety, New Mexico

Española police chief addresses unease over National Guard deployment

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

Corrales siphon. (Source: Village of Corrales)

Sandia Pueblo, MRGCD set to sign Corrales siphon agreement

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

More than 300 people gathered Saturday at Rotary Park for the third annual Enchantment Games, a community fundraiser that raised money for the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy while showcasing local music and activities.

Community fundraiser draws 300+ to Bernalillo park

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

Castelion

Sandoval County

Sandoval Commission to consider rocket deals

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

PACs in city elections

Politics & Elections

PACs pour $375k into Albuquerque elections, skirting campaign limits

by Jesse Jones September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

The Public Lands Interpretive Association will open a new discovery center in Albuquerque's Old Town next month, marking an expansion of the nonprofit's educational outreach efforts.

General Interest

Public lands group to open discovery center in Albuquerque’s Old Town

by nm.news September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

Bernalillo County's annual East Mountain Celebration returned Saturday, drawing families to the Vista Grande Community Center for an afternoon of entertainment, food and community recognition.

East Mountain Celebration is a hit in Sandia Park

by nm.news September 23rd, 2025

BernCo

Bernalillo County

Bernalillo County Commissioners to address legislative priorities, National Recovery Month

by City Desk ABQ September 23rd, 2025September 23rd, 2025

Simply Diego's, an Albuquerque pet store, donated 2,000 pounds of dog food to Moriarty Animal Control in September as part of the company's monthly donation program.

Pet store donates 2,000 pounds of dog food to Moriarty Animal Control

by nm.news September 22nd, 2025September 22nd, 2025

The Town of Edgewood will hold two meetings on Tuesday to discuss a proposed ordinance aimed at protecting local water resources, with a workshop followed by the regular commission meeting.

Town of Edgewood to discuss limiting homeowner landscaping water use in workshop

by nm.news September 22nd, 2025September 22nd, 2025

Courts, Justice & Safety

Imposter nurse nearly kills Albuquerque patient with fatal morphine dose

by Josh Lee, nm.news September 22nd, 2025September 23rd, 2025