By Hannah Grover The Town of Estancia is asking residents to conserve water because the well is not producing enough to meet demands. Estancia posted a notice on social media and its website this week, alerting residents to the situation and asking them to conserve water. The Town Board of Trustees met with community members […]
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Keller slams Trump administration’s cuts to minority small business aid
by Rodd Cayton Mayor Tim Keller said a Donald Trump administration action terminating federal funding for a local business assistance organization is an attack on New Mexico’s diversity. Keller has been vocal about actions from the Trump administration he said are harming the city. City officials say the New Mexico Minority Business Development Agency (NM […]
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Feds file 82 charges for allegedly trespassing on military institutions in new border rules
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New Mexico United commentator cooking up a storm to secure spot in national chef competition
Former hotel owner and English chef Andrew “Andy” Hageman has been cooking for most of his life and keeps stirring something special year after year. Hageman, a writer for Athlon Sports and color commentator for New Mexico United who lives in the East Mountains, is competing in a national cooking competition. “I love the kitchen […]
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‘Pushing us into a recession.’ Senators react to Trump’s first 100 days in office
U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján each reflected on the first 100 days of the Donald Trump administration, and both were highly critical of the job the president was doing in his second term. Both Senators are Democrats and both have been highly critical of Trump and his administration, particularly the Department of […]
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First 100 days of Trump administration ‘an assault’
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Mayor’s proposed budget would increase zoo ticket prices by a dollar
By Rodd Cayton Albuquerque City Councilors last year avoided several proposed fee increases for popular amenities. Mayor Tim Keller’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2026 brings back one notable increase for a second try: He’s floating a $1 hike for admission to the BioPark. Last year, the City Council kept in place a $5-per-ticket increase […]
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Spring fever has broken out at the new Phil Chacon Park
By Diantha Swoboda This commentary was submitted to City Desk ABQ.You can submit your own: editor@citydesk.nm.news It’s been a long time coming, but it’s almost here. Just like the whole Trumbull and Elder neighborhoods, I’m anxiously awaiting the grand opening of the Phil Chacon Park May 3. I’m looking forward to the shaded walkways, the benches […]
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Trail Rider Pizza hosts fundraiser to support local studio owner
By Andrea Vasquez Trail Rider Pizza in Cedar Crest is organizing a fundraiser event to help Body Dynamic Studio’s Christell Thomas, who is recovering from “a very traumatic accident.” The event is set for May 5 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The dynamic consists of supporting Trail Rider by enjoying their dishes, as a […]
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It’s budget time in Albuquerque again
By Rodd Cayton Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller proposed a $1.5 billion city budget for fiscal year 2026 earlier this month, kicking off the annual budget process in the city. Now, the city council will start its process, which includes public participation, to finalize a budget before the end of May. Thursday will be the first […]