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New Tech Trades Programs At Northern New Mexico College: Carpentry, Welding, HVAC
Courtesy/Carpenters Local 1319 Courtesy/Carpenters Local 1319 NNMC News: Northern New Mexico College Technical Trades is excited to announce three new programs designed to prepare students for careers in high-paying, in-demand industries. HVAC...
Cruisin’ to College drives community and spirit with classic car culture at Fullerton College
The third annual Cruisin’ to College event, created by Fullerton College’s Special Projects Assistant Rolando Sanabria, was held in Lot 5 on Saturday. It has become an annual community tradition that showcases automotive history and culture. “My...
Police investigating fatal crash involving motorcycle in northeast Albuquerque
Police investigating fatal crash involving motorcycle in northeast Albuquerque Drivers are advised to avoid the area of Wyoming and Montgomery boulevards. HERE ARE SEVEN BIG THINGS THAT WE’RE FOLLOWING FOR YOU TODAY. COOLER THIS MORNING. LET’S GET...
The Government Shutdown Hits Home
This week, more than one thousand employees of the National Nuclear Security Administration, which oversees the country’s nuclear stockpile, monitors nuclear waste, and works on anti-proliferation efforts around the world, were furloughed. They...
When Does Daylight Saving Time End In 2025? Find Out When To Set Clocks Back
As winter approaches, Americans only have a few more weeks before adjusting their clocks for the second time this year. According to USA Today, daylight saving time, which is “a period of the year between spring and fall when clocks in most parts...
New Mexico State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard Continues Streak Of Historic Revenue … Bringing In Nearly $2.6 Billion In FY 2025
Stephanie Garcia Richard Commissioner of Public Lands State Land Office News: Saves taxpayers around $3,000 a year SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Land Office (NMSLO), led by Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard, continues its streak of historic...
New Mexico Advances PFAS Protection Rules for 2026
New Mexico Pushes Forward on PFAS Rules New Mexico is moving closer to enforcing its PFAS Protection Act. The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has asked the Environmental Improvement Board to approve new rules that will start in July 2026....
Inside the Trap Houses of Albuquerque’s ‘War Zone’
“You can smell human agony inside of the McDonald’s there. Fentanyl smoke, a distinct odor of burning SOLO Cups mixed with scorched marshmallows, an evil scent that signals suffering is nearby. ‘War Zone’ smokers have unmistakable vocal tics:...
Holtec International drops nuclear waste storage plan in New Mexico
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A private energy company is abandoning a proposal to store nuclear waste at a site in southeastern New Mexico. Holtec International described an “untenable path forward for used fuel storage in New Mexico” as it walked away...
Op-Ed: New Mexico Is Leading The Way On Childcare – Now We Must Deliver
By JACOB VIGIL Chief Legislative Officer NM Voices for Children New Mexico has been on a mission to recognize early childhood education and care for what it is a public good that is essential to families, communities, and our economy. In 2022, New...
Hypersonic missile company could build new facility near Rio Rancho
SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. — A California-based hypersonic missile company could soon build a new production and testing facility in Sandoval County. The project, titled “Project Ranger,” would involve advanced weapons manufacturer Castelion building a...
Albuquerque Police Chief Fears ICE Recruitment Ads Undermine Public Safety
Albuquerque Chief of Police Harold Medina was sitting at home enjoying Saturday afternoon football on TV when he was startled to see an ICE recruitment ad specifically urging officers in his department to jump ship and sign up with ICE. “A...
Senate passes bipartisan bill to streamline New Mexico ports of entry
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) -- U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) announced last Friday the passage of the International Bridge and Port of Entry Modernization Act, which will speed up the presidential permitting process for all international...
MON: Pacific Fusion to set up shop in Los Lunas as construction of Mesa del Sol campus gets underway + More
Pacific Fusion to set up shop in Los Lunas as construction of Mesa del Sol campus gets underway -Hannah Garcia, Albuquerque Journal Pacific Fusion’s much-heralded fusion energy facility is planned to be built in far southern Albuquerque. But, in...
National Hispanic Cultural Center to host 25th Anniversary Celebration
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The National Hispanic Cultural Center will host its 25th anniversary celebration in Albuquerque on Saturday. The center’s mission is to preserve, promote, and advance Hispanic culture, arts, and humanities. In honor of...
'Fun Squad' provides year-round entertainment in Vegas
Maria Montoya, sitting inside her vehicle, gives candy to Remington Sena, 9, during the Fun Squad Halloween trunk-or-treat event at the Old Town Mission Community Center on Sunday. Vanessa Maciel/Optic photo A local cause that brings together...
New Mexico offers up to $80,000 in loan forgiveness for veterinarians
(Photo by Cristian Rojas via Pexels.) Like several other High Plains states, New Mexico is jumping on the bandwagon to incentivize rural veterinarians to practice in the state. The New Mexico Veterinary Loan Repayment Program was signed into law...
New Mexico Ranks High In Manufacturing Growth: 6th In Employment, 5th In Wages
EDD News: SANTA FE — In celebration of Manufacturing Week, the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announces continued strong national rankings in employment and wage growth within the manufacturing sector. EDD economists have...
Does the Government Shutdown Put Another Dent in the Senate Filibuster?
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New Mexico State University breaks ground on $15 million soundstage
New Mexico State University (NMSU) has broken ground on a multimillion-dollar soundstage complex in Las Cruces. The university says the $15 million Arrowhead Studios project is expected to attract the attention of filmmakers and television...