Mikhail Klimentov, The Washington Post (c) 2024 Long before Eric Adams was charged Thursday over accusations of “corrupt relationships” with Turkish business executives and at least one official, the New York mayor was known for his sometimes eccentric connections to Turkey. “I’m probably the only mayor in the history of this city that has not […]
Author Archives: Andy Lyman
Andy Lyman is an editor at nm.news.
He oversees teams reporting on state and local government. Andy served in newsrooms at KUNM, NM Political Report, SF Reporter and The Paper. before joining nm.news in 2023.
Posted inAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, Education, Local Gov.
APS, in light of GA school shooting says it’s taking a proactive approach to safety
Gabriella Durán Blakey wants the public to know that leaders are working to keep students safe in Albuquerque’s classrooms, despite recent instances of guns reported at schools. Blakey, superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools used her biweekly newsletter to remark on security within the district and the efforts officials are making to avoid incidents like the […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, Housing & Homelessness, Local Gov.
Bernalillo County buries 222 unclaimed residents
Bernalillo County officials and members of the public gathered Thursday morning to recognize 222 deceased residents as part of its unclaimed indigent cremation program — the highest number since the initiative began in 2012. A ceremony was held at Fairview Memorial Park in Albuquerque where each person’s name was read. Urns containing ashes from cremations […]
Posted inLocal Gov.
Safety takes a front seat at the ABQ Balloon Fiesta
The 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta will have a safety focus, both on the ground and in the air, an event spokesperson said Wednesday. “Balloon Fiesta aims to create a secure and enjoyable environment where everyone can experience the magic of the flying events without concerns for their well-being,” Tom Garrity said. “To ensure a […]
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ABQ city councilors set to debate campaign finance changes
The next mayoral and City Council election is not until next year, but Albuquerque city councilors are already debating how much public money some council candidates should receive for campaigning. During the council’s Sept. 16 meeting, Councilor Joaquín Baca introduced a proposal to “clean up” campaign finance sections of the city’s charter. Council candidates currently […]
Posted inLocal Gov.
City, county agree on jail fixes
Bernalillo County’s jail system continues to work out reforms spurred by a long-running lawsuit. During their Tuesday meeting, Bernalillo County Commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Albuquerque to continue joint operations at the Medical and Mental Health Triage Facility, Prisoner Transport Unit and Resource Reentry Center. Under the agreement, arrestees will undergo […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections, Syndicated
Trump wants Mike Pence out of Jan. 6 trial. Would the case survive?
By Perry Stein, The Washington Post (c) 2024 The federal election interference indictment against Donald Trump offers example after example of the then-president allegedly trying to pressure his vice president, Mike Pence, to help him overturn the 2020 election results. There was the Dec. 25 phone call when Pence called Trump to wish him a […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections, Syndicated
Young voters play ‘potentially decisive’ role in 2024 election
By Danielle Douglas-Gabriel, Susan Svrluga, The Washington Post (c) 2024 ATLANTA – On the way to his dorm between classes at Morehouse College, freshman Daylan Moore, 18, was stopped in his tracks by a question: “Baby, have you registered to vote?” A bright-eyed woman, donning the royal blue and gold colors of the sorority Sigma Gamma […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections, Syndicated
Arizona official who certifies elections alleges fraud after his defeat
Yvonne Wingett Sanchez, The Washington Post (c) 2024 PHOENIX – Fresh off losing a campaignfor sheriff, Pinal County Supervisor Kevin Cavanaugh (R) voted “under duress” in August to certify the county’s primary election results. This week, he threatened to sue the Arizona county that employs him, claiming – much like President Donald Trump did after […]
Posted inLocal Gov.
Mobile hygiene units pique county interest
Bernalillo County officials plan to further study the idea of starting a mobile hygiene program after county commissioners responded positively to a presentation at Tuesday’s meeting, although there are no immediate plans to roll it out yet. Jamie Duvall of consulting firm Apex Evaluation discussed research findings her company gathered on behalf of the county’s […]