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Housing & Homelessness, New Mexico Legislature #nmleg, NM Legislature, Pueblos

As more New Mexico hospitals become owned out-of-state, legislators debate how to improve local care

by Alex Ross October 7th, 2025October 7th, 2025

A New Mexico family has reached a settlement with the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, the UNM Medical Group and the State of New Mexico following a lawsuit that alleged a patient suffered injuries and died due to hospital negligence while receiving medical care.

Corporate Responsibility

Family receives $275,000 in UNM Hospital negligence case

by Josh Lee, nm.news October 7th, 2025October 7th, 2025

Ralph Martinez, a member of the inaugural Bernalillo High School graduating class of 1953, will be grand marshal for the BHS Homecoming parade, which takes place Wednesday along Camino del Pueblo. (Courtesy photo)

General Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Ralph Martinez, class of ’53, leads Bernalillo High homecoming parade

by Kevin Hendricks October 7th, 2025October 7th, 2025

Rio Rancho City Hall. (City of Rio Rancho)

Local Gov., Westside

Rio Rancho City Council to consider $25 million water bond issue

by Kevin Hendricks October 7th, 2025October 7th, 2025

Moriarty City Hall

Local Gov., Pueblos

Moriarty City Council to fill mayor position after Webb’s Resignation

by Kevin Hendricks October 7th, 2025October 7th, 2025

The Placitas Community Library will host author Magdalena Donahue for a presentation on her latest book, "Roadside Geology of New Mexico," at 2 p.m. Oct. 11 in the Gracie Lee Community Room.

General Interest, Pueblos

Placitas library to host geology book talk by New Mexico author

by Kevin Hendricks October 7th, 2025October 7th, 2025

Casa Rosa Food Pantry is seeking $25 donations from each Placitas resident during October to support neighbors facing food insecurity.

General Interest, Pueblos

Food pantry launches community fundraiser in Placitas

by Kevin Hendricks October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

Corrales Village Hall

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Corrales to host mayoral candidate forum Oct. 21

by Corrales Comment Staff October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

New Mexico lawmakers have allocated $5.9 million to support public television and radio stations statewide after Congress eliminated federal funding for public broadcasting. The state funding includes $1.7 million specifically for New Mexico PBS, which faced an 18% budget cut totaling $1.7 million for fiscal year 2026 due to the congressional rescission vote, according to Franz Joachim, general manager and CEO of New Mexico PBS.

New Mexico allocates $5.9 million to public broadcasting after federal funding cuts

The haunted farm at McCall's Pumpkin Patch. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Gov., Westside

McCall’s Pumpkin Patch boycott sparks controversy in Torrance County

by Kevin Hendricks October 6th, 2025October 7th, 2025

Sen. Craig Brandt and Jayme Espinoza, director of community services for Sandoval County, pose during a pet clinic in Bernalillo. (Sandoval County)

Local Gov., Westside

More than 300 pets sterilized at Sandoval County clinic

by Kevin Hendricks October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

Castelion

Local Gov., Westside

Rocket plant goes before Sandoval County commission again

by Kevin Hendricks October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Letter to the editor: Fahey is the proven leader Corrales needs

by Guest commentary October 6th, 2025October 10th, 2025

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Letter to the editor: Why I’m supporting Dr. Fred Hashimoto for mayor

by Guest commentary October 6th, 2025October 10th, 2025

A “water team” assembled to help the Village of Corrales navigate its way to long-term water supplies said Tuesday evening the road ahead will be complicated.

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Letter to the editor: Is Corrales purchasing junior water Rights: A Boondoggle?

by Guest commentary October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

nm.news | merritt hamilton allen

Opinion, Pueblos

On absolute power

by Guest Commentary October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

RRPS Superintendent Dr. V. Sue Cleveland, shown at a graduation in 2024, announced her retirement Wednesday. (Kevin Hendricks)

Rio Rancho school board launches community input process for superintendent search

Sandoval County Cooperative Extension

General Interest, Westside

Sandoval County extension announces fall programming on food preservation, gardening

by Kevin Hendricks October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

Pueblos, Westside

Early voting begins Tuesday at Sandoval County Admin Building

by Kevin Hendricks October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

Diane Denish | nm.news

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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham

Gov signs 3 of 4 special session bills to soften impacts of federal cuts

by Alex Ross October 3rd, 2025October 4th, 2025

Sandoval County residents can take advantage of free rides during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta through a multi-county safety initiative. The "Take a Ride on Us" program provides up to $10 off two Uber trips from 10 a.m. Friday through 3 p.m. Oct. 12, according to a news release from program partners.

General Interest, Westside

County partners in free ride program for Balloon Fiesta safety

by Kevin Hendricks October 3rd, 2025October 3rd, 2025

Placitas residents looking to be updated on all the major issues in the community may get their wish Oct. 12. The Eastern Sandoval Citizens Association's annual meeting will feature guest speakers with new information on prescribed burns, fire insurance, the end of a nearby mining operation and other topics.

General Interest, Pueblos

Let’s talk, Placitas

by Rodd Cayton October 3rd, 2025October 7th, 2025

"ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence" will be presented at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, at the Rio Rancho Events Center. The local production, organized by Rio Rancho Creative Crossroads and Open Arts Studio, is one of more than 68 simultaneous events taking place across the United States.

Housing & Homelessness, Westside

Rio Rancho to host national teen theater initiative against gun violence

by Kevin Hendricks October 3rd, 2025October 3rd, 2025

The Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District will host a Wood Chipper Day on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Antonio de Las Huertas Land Grant located at 1 Camino de la Buena Vista in Placitas.

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District to host Wood Chipper Day in Placitas

by Kevin Hendricks October 3rd, 2025October 3rd, 2025

Gregory Cunningham is mulling a run for the Republican nomination to take on Vasquez in 2026. (Courtesy photo)

New Mexico Statewide News, NM Political Report, Pueblos

Greg Cunningham enters race for Congress in CD2, covering southern NM and ABQ’s Westside

by Alex Ross October 3rd, 2025

Legislative update: Senate, House adjourn after tackling fixes to plug budget holes caused by federal cuts

by Alex Ross October 2nd, 2025October 2nd, 2025

Courts, Justice & Safety, Pueblos

Clovis occupational therapist receives maximum sentence for child sex crimes

by Josh Lee, nm.news October 2nd, 2025October 2nd, 2025

The Trump administration cut $195.2 million in federal energy funding from New Mexico, terminating 321 energy projects nationwide. This decision, announced by Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought, affected 16 Democratic-led states and $8 billion in approved funding.

Adding shutdown pressure, Trump cuts Dem state climate funds, including $195.2 million from New Mexico

Sandoval County is hosting its 4th annual car show this weekend. (Kevin Hendricks)

Housing & Homelessness, Westside

Sandoval County event promises classic cars, flea market and aerial surprises

by Rodd Cayton October 2nd, 2025October 2nd, 2025

Kelley and Ric Tredwin currently serve as advisors to the Placitas Community Library on long-term investment strategies and legacy planning. Their stated mission is to help people overcome financial worries related to investing, retirement and wealth management.

General Interest, Pueblos

Placitas library offers financial education workshop

by Kevin Hendricks October 2nd, 2025October 2nd, 2025

Gov., legislators move quickly to OK $150 million for healthcare, SNAP and public broadcasting to backfill fed funding cuts

by Kevin Hendricks October 2nd, 2025October 2nd, 2025

The Mountain West Fall Fest 2025 will bring craft beer, live music and family activities to Bernalillo on Saturday, featuring local breweries and food vendors.

Housing & Homelessness, Music, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo to host Mountain West Fall Fest this weekend

by Kevin Hendricks October 1st, 2025October 1st, 2025

Government shutdown signals heartburn ahead for New Mexicans

by Alex Ross October 1st, 2025October 1st, 2025

New Mexico Statewide News, NM Legislature, Pueblos, Westside

House Republicans slam Democrats ahead of special session

by Alex Ross October 1st, 2025October 1st, 2025

Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital, not Caseman, as a Moriarty woman accused of forging a medical note to avoid eviction spelled it.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Pueblos

Forged medical note leads to charge for Moriarty woman

by nm.news October 1st, 2025October 1st, 2025

General Interest, Westside

New Mexico’s new hockey team: Get ready for the Goatheads

by Kevin Hendricks October 1st, 2025October 1st, 2025

Solar center

Local Gov., Westside

Solar farm approved in Rio Rancho despite approval process concerns

by Kevin Hendricks October 1st, 2025October 1st, 2025

New Mexico’s Congressional leaders on the shutdown: Speaker “doesn’t give a f*ck about working people” and more

Special session set to get underway

by Alex Ross September 30th, 2025October 1st, 2025

Daniel Chavez ends mayoral bid following staffer accusation, plummeting polls

A virtual public meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m. to discuss reconstruction plans for Sara Road and Meadowlark Lane, including the proposed installation of a roundabout at their intersection.

Local Gov., Westside

Rio Rancho plans roundabout for Sara Road-Meadowlark Lane intersection

by Kevin Hendricks September 30th, 2025September 30th, 2025

Mosquitoes, while bothersome to humans, are an important part of the food chain for fish and other aquatic creatures in their larval stage.

Environment & Climate, Westside

UNM scientist advocates for insect conservation

by Kevin Hendricks September 30th, 2025September 30th, 2025

In the East Mountains, four new dispensaries have popped up, while two have disappeared

Which East Mountain dispensaries have gained and lost licenses since last year?

General Interest, Westside

Which dispensaries have gained and lost licenses since last year?

by NM Political Report September 30th, 2025September 30th, 2025

Sandoval County has moved its Cuba Senior Center to a new location at the county fairgrounds after mold was discovered in the facility's previous building, officials announced Thursday.

General Interest, Westside

Sandoval County relocates Cuba Senior Center after mold discovery

by Kevin Hendricks September 30th, 2025September 30th, 2025

"Albertsons Store Closings" by werthmedia is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0.

Economy & Labor, New Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos

Albertsons recalls deli pasta sold in New Mexico over Listeria concerns

by September 30th, 2025September 30th, 2025

A mini pig named Apple was sworn in Saturday as Corrales' Pet Mayor for 2025 after winning a competitive fundraising election that raised $7,000 for the village's animal services organization. (Courtesy photo)

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Corrales has a new Pet Mayor after record-breaking election fundraiser

by Kevin Hendricks September 29th, 2025September 30th, 2025

Congress & Federal Gov

Rep. Stansbury: Impending government shutdown could be economically catastrophic

by Alex Ross September 29th, 2025September 29th, 2025

The Placitas Resilience & Emergency Preparedness Alliance (PREP), formed in March, wants to share information and resources that will help residents prepare for an emergency and best avoid or minimize injuries and property damage.

Environment & Climate, Pueblos

Preparedness is preferred in Placitas

by Rodd Cayton September 29th, 2025September 29th, 2025