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Posted inMoriarty

Mayor Webb prioritizes transparency and reform in hunt for new Moriarty clerk/treasurer

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

By Connor Currier After City Clerk/Treasurer Deborah Liu resigned after alluding to government corruption, Moriarty Mayor Brandon Webb is searching for a new clerk. In an interview with NM.news, Mayor Webb says he was “saddened” after Liu turned in her resignation letter on Aug. 15.  “Her resignation is sad for me, I hated to see […]

Bernalillo County will remove all five property tax payment drop boxes by Oct. 1, citing underuse and security concerns.
Posted inBernalillo County

Drop box drama: Needles and sticky stuff lead to removal by treasurer

by City Desk ABQ August 22nd, 2025August 22nd, 2025
A truck crashed on Corrales Road on Feb. 25, causing a power outage and delaying the scheduled Village Council meeting. (Jesse Jones)
Posted inLocal Gov.

Corrales residents, leaders seeking lower speed limit on main drag after crashes

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ August 21st, 2025August 21st, 2025
Mayor Tim Keller, joined by members of the Albuquerque City Council, held a press conference to announce a new Executive Order that reaffirms the City’s longstanding commitment to supporting and protecting Albuquerque’s immigrant and refugee communities. Pictured is Mayor Keller flanked by Speaker of The House Javier Martinez,left and State Senator Cindy Nava (D), on the right. Roberto E. Rosales / New Mexico News.
Posted inLocal Gov.

ABQ will not ‘give in to bullying:’ Keller defies federal immigration demands in letter to U.S. Attorney General

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 20th, 2025August 21st, 2025
sworn in as city clerk/treasurer with Mayor Brandon S. Webb and Municipal Judge Bobby Garcia
Posted inMoriarty

Moriarty clerk/treasurer resigns, cites ‘rampant corruption’

by nm.news August 20th, 2025August 20th, 2025
Bernalillo County commissioners will move forward with a proposed $225 million energy storage project that aims to support New Mexico’s transition to renewable energy.
Posted inBernalillo County

Bernalillo County votes to approve $225 million energy storage project to get PNM grid to carbon-free power

by City Desk ABQ August 20th, 2025August 21st, 2025
The Rio Rancho City Council unanimously postponed a vote on the controversial Chamisa Hills Master Plan for the second time in three months during its Aug. 14 meeting, pushing the decision to Sept. 11.
Posted inLocal Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho postpones Chamisa Hills development vote for second time

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 20th, 2025August 20th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov.

From red tape to rapid construction: Councilors embrace “supply-side progressivism” to remove red tape delaying housing spending

by Jesse Jones August 19th, 2025August 20th, 2025
The Bernalillo County commission will hold a public hearing on issuing taxable industrial revenue bonds for Corazon Energy Storage LLC's project, a facility that would be built on approximately 10 acres near Public Service Company of New Mexico's Pajarito substation in Albuquerque. (Corazon Energy)
Posted inBernalillo County

Bernalillo County to consider over $400 million in economic development projects Tuesday

by nm.news August 18th, 2025August 19th, 2025
County commissioners and staff pose as National Dog Month was proclaimed Aug. 13 in Sandoval County. (Rodd Cayton)
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County going to the dogs

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025
ABQ Transit security
Posted inLocal Gov.

City: Transit security force needs to triple to meet need, but only “incremental” hiring planned for now

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025
Sandoval County commissioners Wednesday approved a plan intended to lessen the area’s wildfire risk.
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County tackles wildfire risk with new protection plan

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 15th, 2025August 15th, 2025
Corrales Village Hall
Posted inLocal Gov.

Corrales Council to consider new commercial project

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ August 13th, 2025August 13th, 2025
Town of Bernalillo
Posted inLocal Gov., Town of Bernalillo

Bottoms up for cornhole tourney

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news August 13th, 2025August 13th, 2025
Rio Rancho City Hall. (City of Rio Rancho)
Posted inLocal Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho council to consider development plans at Thursday meeting

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 12th, 2025August 12th, 2025
Corrales Village Hall
Posted inCorrales

Corrales to discuss rezoning for new commercial/office district

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ August 12th, 2025August 12th, 2025
A fire alarm at the Albuquerque Air Route Traffic Control Center on Thursday afternoon led to a complete ground stop at the Albuquerque Sunport, affecting all flights through ABQ airspace.
Posted inLocal Gov.

The $10 Million makeover: How Nov. bonds could give projects in Albuquerque’s District 6 an overhaul

by Jesse Jones August 12th, 2025August 13th, 2025
Sandoval County Commission
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County

529 acres in Rio Rancho Estates eyed for industrial development

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news August 12th, 2025August 12th, 2025
Thousands of Sandoval County residents who struggle with unpaved roads that become impassable during storms could get relief from a $77.9 million state highway project that would create the first major north-south paved route west of Unser Boulevard.
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County, Sandoval Signpost

$78M road project could end muddy commutes for thousands in Sandoval County

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025
Sandoval County Treasurer Jennifer Taylor welcomed four high school juniors and seniors into the third year of the county's Junior Treasurer Program on Aug. 6, marking the program's expansion from two to four participants and the addition of high school elective course credit.
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County expands student government program, now offers high school credit

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025
Moriarty City Hall
Posted inMoriarty

Mayor Webb pledges reforms amidst Moriarty’s financial ‘mess’

by nm.news August 7th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov.

Albuquerque cracks down on landlords as new cooling law faces first test

by Jesse Jones August 6th, 2025August 7th, 2025
BernCo
Posted inLocal Gov.

Bernalillo County Commission defends Constitution, challenges federal administration policies

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 5th, 2025August 5th, 2025
Kiara, Coraline, and Scarr
Posted inLocal Gov.

Animal welfare crackdown could face final vote at Monday’s City Council meeting

by Jesse Jones August 4th, 2025August 4th, 2025
Live music Casa Vieja in Corrales sparks a call for a village noise ordinance // Roberto Rosales, nm.news
Posted inLocal Gov.

All abuzz about noise

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 31st, 2025July 31st, 2025
Moriarty City Hall
Posted inMoriarty

Moriarty ignored repeated audit warnings before $5M budget overrun, financial chaos

by nm.news July 30th, 2025July 30th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov., Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo council approves firefighter incentive pay

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news July 29th, 2025July 29th, 2025
Posted inEdgewood

Edgewood Commission votes down controversial Campbell Ranch subdivision appeal

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 28th, 2025July 30th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County fire services consolidate finances

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 28th, 2025July 28th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov.

District 5 gets $10.4M investment in first northwest Multigenerational Center

by Jesse Jones July 24th, 2025August 1st, 2025
Posted inMoriarty

Moriarty could owe employees $18,000 in backpay and thousands in IRS fines

by nm.news July 24th, 2025July 24th, 2025
Edgewood. (Source: Town of Edgewood)
Posted inEdgewood

Edgewood eyes unified approach to infrastructure with new advisory committees

by nm.news July 24th, 2025July 25th, 2025
AFR
Posted inLocal Gov.

Firefighter union battles mayor over staffing changes

by Jesse Jones July 23rd, 2025July 24th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov.

Corrales fire chief wants full hydrant coverage for the village

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 23rd, 2025July 25th, 2025
Albuquerque residents who find animals being sold or given away on sidewalks, in parking lots or other public spaces could soon see stricter enforcement under a proposed ordinance update scheduled for a City Council vote in August.
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.

Albuquerque City Council to vote on stricter animal sales enforcement

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 22nd, 2025July 22nd, 2025
Alex Uballez
Posted inLocal Gov.

Uballez criticizes Keller’s ICE policy, calls for stronger immigrant protections

by Jesse Jones July 22nd, 2025July 23rd, 2025
Mayor Tim Keller, joined by members of the Albuquerque City Council, held a press conference to announce a new Executive Order that reaffirms the City’s longstanding commitment to supporting and protecting Albuquerque’s immigrant and refugee communities. Pictured is Mayor Keller flanked by Speaker of The House Javier Martinez,left and State Senator Cindy Nava (D), on the right. Roberto E. Rosales / New Mexico News.
Posted inLocal Gov.

Albuquerque takes stand on immigration

by Jesse Jones July 21st, 2025July 21st, 2025
Plans for property along the obsolete Corrales Interior Drain is to turn it into a park-like greenway.
Posted inCorrales

Drain plan discussion pauses

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 21st, 2025July 21st, 2025
Sandoval County Commission
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval Commission to weigh new fire districts, polling places

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news July 21st, 2025July 21st, 2025
Live music Casa Vieja in Corrales sparks a call for a village noise ordinance // Roberto Rosales, nm.news
Posted inCorrales

Corrales seeks public input on noise ordinance revision

by Corrales Comment Staff July 21st, 2025July 21st, 2025
Tenants at a Northeast Heights apartment complex went weeks without air conditioning in extreme heat, despite a city law requiring cooling in all rental properties. Management at The Retreat at Candelaria told residents there was “nothing we can do,” according to tenant John Reiser, even as indoor temperatures hit 90 degrees or more.
Posted inAlbuquerque

Tenants Lose Their Cool

by Jesse Jones July 17th, 2025July 17th, 2025
Fiber
Posted inLocal Gov.

Internet service restored after 24-hour outage leaves 15,000 Albuquerque customers offline

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 16th, 2025July 16th, 2025
Tenants at a Northeast Heights apartment complex went weeks without air conditioning in extreme heat, despite a city law requiring cooling in all rental properties. Management at The Retreat at Candelaria told residents there was “nothing we can do,” according to tenant John Reiser, even as indoor temperatures hit 90 degrees or more.
Posted inLocal Gov.

Albuquerque renters swelter as landlord delays repairs — until inspectors show up

by Jesse Jones July 10th, 2025
The Children’s Fantasy Garden at the Botanic Garden is getting an upgrade. It was originally estimated at $5 million, but so far it’s received about $807,000. The city plans to make the area safer, more accessible and more fun for kids, with community input shaping the redesign. (CABQ)
Posted inAlbuquerque

Albuquerque’s $167 million citywide boost

by Jesse Jones July 10th, 2025August 6th, 2025
Dr. Paul Sandoval, an epidemiologist with Roadrunner Health, told village councilors in Corrales Tuesday that the mosquito has been in the area for nearly two years and is proving difficult to evict.
Posted inCorrales Comment

A familiar pest

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 9th, 2025July 9th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov.

From BioPark Upgrades to Medians: A look at public projects in District 1

by Jesse Jones July 8th, 2025August 6th, 2025
Corrales Village Hall
Posted inCorrales Comment

Mosquitoes and growth on the table at upcoming Corrales Council meeting

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025
Live music Casa Vieja in Corrales sparks a call for a village noise ordinance // Roberto Rosales, nm.news
Posted inCorrales Comment

A debate on decibels

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 7th, 2025July 7th, 2025
Pictured are the Route 66 Flats, a new affordable housing apartment complex being built in Albuquerque’s westside near 98th.
Posted inAlbuquerque

Albuquerque’s new opt-in zoning plan aims to ease housing crunch

by Jesse Jones June 27th, 2025June 27th, 2025
Chirs Bagley
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County, Sandoval Signpost

New Sandoval County fire leader takes oath

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news June 26th, 2025June 26th, 2025

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