New Mexico officials project record budget in 2024
921 Views LAS VEGAS, N.M. – The Legislative Finance Committee presented its budget report Wednesday in Las Vegas, and it’s projecting a lot of extra money. This isn’t the first year they have projected big bucks coming in either, but what does this really mean for our state?
FDA approves heart pump study in New Mexico
916 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — An FDA-approved heart pump study is being conducted here in New Mexico with the goal of improving recovery for patients. The Recover IV study focuses on heart attack patients and their long-term recovery. The New Mexico Heart Institute at Lovelace Medical Center is conducting the study.
New Mexico State preaches anti-hazing message as student-athletes return for fall season
605 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Top administrators at New Mexico State University wanted to find just the right wording to announce that they were pulling the plug on the men’s basketball season following reports of alleged hazing involving team members.
Family, local community react to final report of deadly hot air balloon crash
733 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A toxicology report shortly after the deadliest hot air balloon crash in New Mexico history revealed the pilot had drugs in his system. But it was the National Transportation Safety Board’s final report this week that confirmed those drugs “likely” played a role in the deadly crash.
Jim Belushi launches cannabis strain in New Mexico
931 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Fans of Jim Belushi may recognize a particular sitcom opener but we are talking cannabis – According to Jim. With his trusty dog, Taro, by his side, Belushi was in New Mexico talking about his passion project.
New Mexico motorcyclist designs license plate encouraging safety
991 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — According to the NHTSA, motorcyclist deaths totaled more than 5,000 in 2021 – and 14% of all traffic fatalities nationwide. 51 of those deaths happened in New Mexico. Just this past weekend alone, there were two crashes involving motorcycles.
Federal officials plan to announce 2024 cuts along the Colorado River. Here’s what to expect
978 Views WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials this week are expected to ease water cuts for 2024 under a slightly improved outlook for the Colorado River’s health, though long-term challenges remain. The river provides water for seven U.S. states, 29 Native American tribes and two states in Mexico. It also supports a multibillion-dollar farm industry […]
Report reveals new details in deadly crash that killed NM Marine
858 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A new report shows what went wrong during a military training exercise that killed five people, including a young man from New Mexico. Instead of celebrating his birthday with him this weekend, his family is visiting his grave.
Police issue traffic guidance for Biden’s visit to Albuquerque
878 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Albuquerque Police Department is warning the public about likely traffic delays during President Joe Biden’s visit to the city on Tuesday and Wednesday. According to APD, drivers are advised to avoid I-25 south of I-40 and I-40 west of the Big-I on Tuesday afternoon, as well as Wednesday morning. […]
Crews contain fire at manufacturing facility in Mesa Del Sol
961 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Albuquerque and Bernalillo County Fire Rescue crews gained control of a large fire at a manufacturing facility in Mesa Del Sol. The fire started around 2:38 p.m. Sunday near the Atkore facility. Crews responded to a reported vehicle fire near the facility with reported on-site materials involved.
