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Lawmakers want more money for electric school buses

A proposal is set to be seen in this legislative session that aims to provide funding to introduce more electric school buses to New Mexico school districts. Mariah Baca reports/

Panhandling ban draws support from GOP; civil liberties groups disagree

Photo by AAyinglet. Creative Commons.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s panhandling bill hasn’t been introduced and is already the subject of debate.

Bids for Legislative Pay, Longer Sessions Advance

Two proposals that advanced this past week look to modernize the New Mexico Legislature. Sara Atencio-Gonzales reports.

Mexican gray wolf compensation proposals move in Santa Fe

Mexican gray wolves, such as Asha, are named specifically in both bills as the breed that lawmakers and ranchers are concerned about. (Photo courtesy U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Southwest Region)

Bipartisan livestock bill passed in house and senate committees despite concerns over accountability. Emma B. Mincks from Source NM reports.

Improving education will be a priority for NM legislature

Education will be top of mind in the upcoming 2024 legislative session. News Port’s Barbara Ramirez looks ahead.

Old Town is festive for the holidays

Old Town plaza is festive for the holiday season through the month of Dec.

Pet shelters struggle with animal overpopulation

Multiple animal shelters in Albuquerque and beyond report struggles with taking care of strays and pets up for adoption.

NM lawmakers to look at guns and crime

The 2024 New Mexico legislature has been put on notice by the governor: let’s clamp down on crime, and especially rampant gun violence. Skye McMillon reports.

Vendors bundle up for last Artwalk of 2023

To cap off the year, creatives in Albuquerque came together to sell their works one last time in 2023. Returning artists and newcomers alike shared their histories and plans for the future.