Albuquerque Court Warns of Scam Involving Fake Traffic Fines
Residents receive fraudulent text messages demanding payment to avoid penalties
New Mexico Man Sentenced for Stolen Vehicle Chase
New Mexico Lawmakers Push for Survivors' Protection Against Jeffrey Epstein
Weather
Unseasonable Warmth Grips New Mexico
Dry, breezy conditions raise fire risks as temperatures stay above average

Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Abandoned Albuquerque Duplex
No injuries reported as crews extinguish fire within 20 minutes
Mild Weather Forecast Across New Mexico This Weekend
Temperatures expected to reach 5-20 degrees above normal with some rain chances.
Sports
Albuquerque Academy star Anna Hastings to run mile and 2-mile at New Balance Indoor Nationals in Boston
Hastings will compete in two races at the prestigious indoor track and field event next month.

Lobos Prepare for Homestand Against Utah State and Boise State
Coach Olen emphasizes need to improve defense after recent win at San Jose State
Free Youth Track and Field Camp Hosted in Albuquerque
Seasons of Nonviolence to offer training at Albuquerque Convention Center
Business
Bernalillo County Approves Stricter Rules for New Data Centers
New guidelines aim to address water, energy usage and workforce requirements for projects seeking county incentives.

Albuquerque Police Department Increases Officer Pay Under New Compensation Structure
City leaders aim to strengthen recruitment, retention, and career support within APD
Albuquerque to Host Youth Job and Volunteer Fair
Registration open for 14-25 year olds to explore employment and service opportunities.
Lifestyle
Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival nominated for Best Art Festival
The event is one of the only fully independent, family-owned festivals on the list.

New Mexico Lawmakers Propose Statewide Cell Phone Ban in Schools
Bill would require all school districts to prohibit student cell phone use during school day
Albuquerque Launches 'Safety Sticks' Parking Cameras
New automated system to issue $30 tickets for parking violations over 90 seconds
Politics
UNMH Removes Former Gov. Richardson's Name from Pavilion
The University of New Mexico Hospital has removed former Governor Bill Richardson's name from the building it was previously named after.

Albuquerque Residents Weigh In on Police Chief Search
Over 1,000 community members provide input on priorities for the city's next top cop
New Mexico Lawmakers Propose Copays for Universal Childcare Program
Bill would allow state to require contributions from higher-income families to help sustain program