Sammy Lopez, a long-time New Mexican media leader, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, Oct. 6. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Kathy Lou Lopez; his cherished daughter, Melinda Lopez; his devoted brother, Victor Lopez; his caring sister, Bertha Benavidez; and his loving grandchildren, Javaris Smith, Jazmine Lopez, and […]
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Trial in 2023 Oñate shooting canceled after defendant takes plea deal
The attempted murder trial of a man who shot a Native activist at a protest over a controversial monument in northern New Mexico was canceled at the 11th hour. In what local prosecutors are framing as “a surprise change of events,” Ryan Martinez on Monday morning pleaded no contest to aggravated battery against Jacob Johns and aggravated […]
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Marble Brewery tries to quell rumors it could close
Social media is awash with speculation about what the future holds for an Albuquerque institution — Marble Brewery. According to those close to the situation but who wish to remain anonymous, Marble Brewery is seeking a buyer and could file for bankruptcy. Others say the venerable brewery doesn’t plan to close and won’t file for […]
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Letter to the Editor: New Mexico ’emerges’ as worst state in union
Submitted by state Rep. Stefani Lord, Sandia Park New Mexicans are beginning to ask – why our state is ranked last in the nation in every important category (from education, to crime, addiction, and child welfare); and why isn’t their legislator proposing solutions to fix these problems? Both are fair questions. The answer partially […]
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Mountainair Mayor Addresses Rumors About New Police Chief
Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto announced on social media that the town had hired Paul Lucero as the new chief of police on Sept. 17. Less than two weeks later, Nieto took to social media to address “some rumors that have been circulating lately” about a connection between Lucero and the former police chief, Juan Reyes. […]
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Letter to the Editor: Strengthening Our Community Through Trades Education
In today’s evolving economy, ensuring our youth are equipped with the practical skills necessary to succeed is more vital than ever. I’m Phil Ramirez, and as your candidate for Senate District 12, I am committed to an educational initiative that prepares our students not just for any job, but for good jobs that strengthen our […]
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Letter to the Editor: We Must Listen to Top Republican Leaders Who Are Sounding the Alarm
Submitted by Lois Vermilya, Sandia Park As a long-time east mountain resident, I believe we have to listen to the large group of Republican officials who are warning us that Donald Trump is unfit for office. His own Vice President Mike Pence and former President George W. Bush’s Vice President Dick Cheney have both disavowed […]
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Ready for liftoff
Nearly 200 pilots got an early start to the 2024 Balloon Fiesta at Albuquerque Aloft, an event that sees balloons take off from elementary schools across the metro including this one at Rio Rancho Elementary School. Since 2005, Albuquerque Aloft has offered parents, students, families, and teachers the opportunity to meet the pilots and crew […]
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Oil-and-gas giant gives big to dark money group
Chevron Corporation gave the single largest contribution to a dark money group that attempted but failed to stop the growing influence of progressive lawmakers in the Legislature during this year’s primary election, campaign filings show. The New Mexico Project, which for months fought divulging the source of its money and the details of its spending […]
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Oil-and-gas giant gives big to dark money group
Chevron Corporation gave the single largest contribution to a dark money group that attempted but failed to stop the growing influence of progressive lawmakers in the Legislature during this year’s primary election, campaign filings show. The New Mexico Project, which for months fought divulging the source of its money and the details of its spending […]