With new board members sworn in last week, the new Albuquerque Public Schools Board is tackling the daunting task of searching for a new superintendent. Whoever the board choses will oversee the largest APS budget in history—$2.16 Billion-larger than the City of Albuquerque’s annual budget of $1.4 Billion. The board received 24 applications for the […]
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New City Council could be rocky for Mayor Tim Keller
Tough negotiations with the new city council are in the forecast for Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller. The composition of the new Council does not appear to be in the Mayor’s favor, yet there could be some surprises.
Solomon Peña co-defendant pleads guilty to interfering in electoral process
One of the three defendants facing federal charges for his part in a series of shootings targeting the homes of local lawmakers last year pleaded guilty Monday afternoon to conspiracy, interfering with federally protected activities, and using a firearm during those crimes. During a hearing in a nearly-empty courtroom Jose Trujillo, 22, also pleaded guilty […]
New Mexico justices hear challenge but make no quick decision on health ban on guns in parks and playgrounds
By MORGAN LEE Associated Press | SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Advocates for gun rights urged the New Mexico Supreme Court on Monday to block emergency orders by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham restricting people from carrying guns at public parks and playgrounds in the state’s largest metro area and address gun violence as a public […]
Albuquerque rent prices ease in 2023 (a bit)
While the cost to rent an apartment in Albuquerque remains at eye-popping levels for many of its residents, it appears that an ease is underway. For now. The issue is top of mind as rent prices have outpaced wages for many in the city, which places the issue of affordable housing as an urgent priority […]
State transportation czar wants stable revenues
In a big state with a small population, paying for roads has always been tough, even during boom years. We simply have needs that outstrip whatever money is available.
State transportation czar wants stable revenues
In a big state with a small population, paying for roads has always been tough, even during boom years. We simply have needs that outstrip whatever money is available.
State transportation czar wants stable revenues
In a big state with a small population, paying for roads has always been tough, even during boom years. We simply have needs that outstrip whatever money is available.
A New Mexico long-range wish list
“New Mexico 2050” was the very ambitious title of an only slightly ambitious project. In 2015, a small conference was held and a book …
A New Mexico long-range wish list
“New Mexico 2050” was the very ambitious title of an only slightly ambitious project. In 2015, a small conference was held and a book …

