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July’s Hamilton Experience Brought to Albuquerque by NDI and Musical Theatre Southwest
This July, NDI New Mexico is partnering with Musical Theatre Southwest to create “The Room Where It Happens” Hamilton Experience at the Hiland Theatre and will consist of several masterclasses and workshops with original cast member Betsy Struxness, along with a free community screening of the Broadway musical’s pro-shot.
I-25 is Shutting Down for 5 Nights. Here’s What You Need to Know.
The I-25 will be closed for five nights in late June to early July to make way for the I-25 Improved Comanche to Montgomery Project.
A Guide to the 2026 ABQ Indie Film Festival
This Friday, June 19 will be the seventh annual ABQ Indie Film Festival, a local festival showcasing new films from international independent filmmakers. This year’s event will start at 6pm and is hosted by FUSION in Downtown Albuquerque.
Parents Can Breathe a Massive Sigh of Relief. Free Child Care Is Officially Here to Stay After a District Judge Says So.
A New Mexico judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging the state's universal child care program, allowing free child care for families regardless of income to continue. The ruling marks a major victory for Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and thousands of working parents who depend on the benefit, even as opponents vow to appeal.
145 New Violations Issued: Who Made It to New Mexico’s Environmental ‘Enforcement Watch’ List?
State regulators added 145 alleged violations to New Mexico’s Enforcement Watch list in May while closing 93 cases. From a $34,000 refinery fire penalty to water system and emissions violations, here’s who made the list.
CNM is Future-Proofing Its Campus, One Geothermal Loop At A Time
Central New Mexico Community College is harnessing geothermal heat pump systems across three campuses, combining comfort, efficiency, and LEED-certified design to prepare for a sustainable future.
How Optical Interferometer Could Change Space Warfare and Commercial Tracking Forever
Scientists at the Magdalena Ridge Observatory Interferometer have achieved a breakthrough once thought impossible: using a ground-based optical interferometer to observe a satellite in geosynchronous orbit. As the number of satellites around Earth surges, the capability could transform space surveillance, helping governments and commercial operators track spacecraft condition, orientation and activity while opening new frontiers in astronomy.
A Single Phone Call Used to Mean Bureaucratic Delays for At-Risk New Mexicans. Not Anymore, With the Restored Hotline.
Starting July 1, New Mexicans can report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with disabilities by calling one toll-free number — with no more bureaucratic handoffs. The restored hotline 800-445-6242 connects callers directly to state investigators.
Pristine Waters or Nuclear Fuel? Canadian Firm’s Uranium Drill Plan Ignites Firestorm in New Mexico’s Sacred Chama Watershed
In the headwaters of the Rio Chama, a proposed uranium exploration project has ignited a clash between national nuclear ambitions and local efforts to protect one of New Mexico’s most treasured watersheds.
Oracle’s $5 Billion Pitch to New Mexico: Can Project Jupiter Win Over Skeptical Residents?
Oracle is rolling out a statewide advertising campaign to build support for Project Jupiter, its massive planned data center campus in Doña Ana County. The company promises jobs, cleaner energy and minimal water use, but residents and environmental advocates remain skeptical about the long-term impact of AI infrastructure in drought-stricken New Mexico.
Field Expeditions Return to WNMU Marine Biology Program, Expanding Hands-On Learning
Western New Mexico University marine studies students recently traveled to San Diego to apply classroom learning in the field and document new discoveries.
APS Student Finishes Third in State Civics Bee
Eliza Sprinkle from Eisenhower Middle School placed third at the New Mexico State Civics Bee competition.
APS Nurse Earns Distinguished Service Award for Advocacy and Commitment to Student Health
Deborah Hill, a nurse from Albuquerque Public Schools, was honored with the Marlene McDowell Distinguished Service Award.
Big Win for APS: Six Students Earn National Merit Honors, Highland Grad Secures Scholarship
Students demonstrated academic excellence and perseverance as they earned scholarships to pursue their studies.
WNMU Nursing Students Join Multi-University Simulation to Tackle Complex Clinical Ethics
WNMU nursing students recently applied the ethical standards they studied in a collaborative activity with healthcare students from other institutions.
Families Are Putting Groceries on Credit Cards. Can Financial Literacy Ease the Pain of Rising Prices?
With food and utility prices straining household budgets, Albuquerque officials and community leaders are encouraging financial literacy as a tool to help families reduce reliance on credit cards and navigate an affordability crisis. Experts say better money management cannot solve inflation, but it can provide stability and help households avoid deeper debt.
Albuquerque is Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 by 2030 — Here’s How it Could Reshape Paychecks, Families, and Local Businesses
The Albuquerque City Council has approved a gradual increase in the city’s minimum wage, raising it to $15 an hour by 2030. Supporters say the measure will help working families cope with rising living costs, while businesses argue the phased approach gives employers time to adjust. The decision highlights the ongoing debate over wages, affordability and economic growth in New Mexico’s largest city.
Why New Mexico’s Universal Child Care Program Is in Court — and How It Could Help Families Save Thousands
A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.
Updated: How a Tax Hike Means for Your Wallet: Albuquerque’s Proposed Increase Shows Why Gross Receipts Taxes Hit Consumers and Small Businesses
Albuquerque’s proposed gross receipts tax increase offers a real-world lesson in financial literacy—showing how local taxes ripple through prices, small businesses, and household budgets.
State Grants Up to $150,000 Now Available for Business Incubators
Business incubators in New Mexico have a chance to secure up to $150,000 in grants to help them meet state certification standards.
July’s Hamilton Experience Brought to Albuquerque by NDI and Musical Theatre Southwest
This July, NDI New Mexico is partnering with Musical Theatre Southwest to create “The Room Where It Happens” Hamilton Experience at the Hiland Theatre and will consist of several masterclasses and workshops with original cast member Betsy Struxness, along with a free community screening of the Broadway musical’s pro-shot.
I-25 is Shutting Down for 5 Nights. Here’s What You Need to Know.
The I-25 will be closed for five nights in late June to early July to make way for the I-25 Improved Comanche to Montgomery Project.
A Guide to the 2026 ABQ Indie Film Festival
This Friday, June 19 will be the seventh annual ABQ Indie Film Festival, a local festival showcasing new films from international independent filmmakers. This year’s event will start at 6pm and is hosted by FUSION in Downtown Albuquerque.
Parents Can Breathe a Massive Sigh of Relief. Free Child Care Is Officially Here to Stay After a District Judge Says So.
A New Mexico judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging the state's universal child care program, allowing free child care for families regardless of income to continue. The ruling marks a major victory for Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and thousands of working parents who depend on the benefit, even as opponents vow to appeal.
145 New Violations Issued: Who Made It to New Mexico’s Environmental ‘Enforcement Watch’ List?
State regulators added 145 alleged violations to New Mexico’s Enforcement Watch list in May while closing 93 cases. From a $34,000 refinery fire penalty to water system and emissions violations, here’s who made the list.
CNM is Future-Proofing Its Campus, One Geothermal Loop At A Time
Central New Mexico Community College is harnessing geothermal heat pump systems across three campuses, combining comfort, efficiency, and LEED-certified design to prepare for a sustainable future.
How Optical Interferometer Could Change Space Warfare and Commercial Tracking Forever
Scientists at the Magdalena Ridge Observatory Interferometer have achieved a breakthrough once thought impossible: using a ground-based optical interferometer to observe a satellite in geosynchronous orbit. As the number of satellites around Earth surges, the capability could transform space surveillance, helping governments and commercial operators track spacecraft condition, orientation and activity while opening new frontiers in astronomy.
A Single Phone Call Used to Mean Bureaucratic Delays for At-Risk New Mexicans. Not Anymore, With the Restored Hotline.
Starting July 1, New Mexicans can report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with disabilities by calling one toll-free number — with no more bureaucratic handoffs. The restored hotline 800-445-6242 connects callers directly to state investigators.
Pristine Waters or Nuclear Fuel? Canadian Firm’s Uranium Drill Plan Ignites Firestorm in New Mexico’s Sacred Chama Watershed
In the headwaters of the Rio Chama, a proposed uranium exploration project has ignited a clash between national nuclear ambitions and local efforts to protect one of New Mexico’s most treasured watersheds.
Oracle’s $5 Billion Pitch to New Mexico: Can Project Jupiter Win Over Skeptical Residents?
Oracle is rolling out a statewide advertising campaign to build support for Project Jupiter, its massive planned data center campus in Doña Ana County. The company promises jobs, cleaner energy and minimal water use, but residents and environmental advocates remain skeptical about the long-term impact of AI infrastructure in drought-stricken New Mexico.
Field Expeditions Return to WNMU Marine Biology Program, Expanding Hands-On Learning
Western New Mexico University marine studies students recently traveled to San Diego to apply classroom learning in the field and document new discoveries.
APS Student Finishes Third in State Civics Bee
Eliza Sprinkle from Eisenhower Middle School placed third at the New Mexico State Civics Bee competition.
APS Nurse Earns Distinguished Service Award for Advocacy and Commitment to Student Health
Deborah Hill, a nurse from Albuquerque Public Schools, was honored with the Marlene McDowell Distinguished Service Award.
Big Win for APS: Six Students Earn National Merit Honors, Highland Grad Secures Scholarship
Students demonstrated academic excellence and perseverance as they earned scholarships to pursue their studies.
WNMU Nursing Students Join Multi-University Simulation to Tackle Complex Clinical Ethics
WNMU nursing students recently applied the ethical standards they studied in a collaborative activity with healthcare students from other institutions.
Families Are Putting Groceries on Credit Cards. Can Financial Literacy Ease the Pain of Rising Prices?
With food and utility prices straining household budgets, Albuquerque officials and community leaders are encouraging financial literacy as a tool to help families reduce reliance on credit cards and navigate an affordability crisis. Experts say better money management cannot solve inflation, but it can provide stability and help households avoid deeper debt.
Albuquerque is Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 by 2030 — Here’s How it Could Reshape Paychecks, Families, and Local Businesses
The Albuquerque City Council has approved a gradual increase in the city’s minimum wage, raising it to $15 an hour by 2030. Supporters say the measure will help working families cope with rising living costs, while businesses argue the phased approach gives employers time to adjust. The decision highlights the ongoing debate over wages, affordability and economic growth in New Mexico’s largest city.
Why New Mexico’s Universal Child Care Program Is in Court — and How It Could Help Families Save Thousands
A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.
Updated: How a Tax Hike Means for Your Wallet: Albuquerque’s Proposed Increase Shows Why Gross Receipts Taxes Hit Consumers and Small Businesses
Albuquerque’s proposed gross receipts tax increase offers a real-world lesson in financial literacy—showing how local taxes ripple through prices, small businesses, and household budgets.
State Grants Up to $150,000 Now Available for Business Incubators
Business incubators in New Mexico have a chance to secure up to $150,000 in grants to help them meet state certification standards.
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