Albuquerque Program Offers Hope for Children of Addicted Parents
Personal essay highlights the resilience of a young person navigating a parent's addiction and the importance of community support.
Voices of Our Community Concert to Showcase Diverse Musical Talents
UNM Lobos to Host Sam Houston State in NIT Game
Lifestyle
Boy in Shelter Finds Path to Escape Troubled Upbringing
Determined to break free from his parents' addictions and the challenges of group home life, a young resident hatches a plan for a better future.

Albuquerque Passes Tougher Bike and Pedestrian Safety Laws
New traffic code requires drivers to stop for bikers and pedestrians or face charges
Albuquerque's Officer Daniel Webster Memorial Children's Park Unveils New Inclusive Features
The park now includes an extreme fitness course, gathering plaza, and large inclusive playground.
Weather
Strong Winds and Cold Snap Coming to New Mexico
Gusts up to 70 mph expected as two cold fronts move through the state this weekend.

Albuquerque Firefighters Train with Upgraded Wildland Gear
New equipment and annual training help prepare Albuquerque Fire Rescue for wildfire season.
Mild Afternoons Ahead of Record Heat in New Mexico
Residents urged to download weather app for alerts as fire danger rises
Sports
New Mexico Boxing Leader Joe Chavez Remembered
The New Mexico Athletic Commission mourns the loss of a veteran leader and mentor in the state's boxing community.

New Mexico Boxing Veteran Chavez Remembered for NMAC Leadership
The late Joe Chavez served on the New Mexico Athletic Commission for over a decade, earning praise for his mentorship and passion for combat sports.
State High School Basketball Championships Draw Packed Crowds at The Pit
The energy remains high as fans support local athletes in the tournament's final games.
Health
New Mexico Trauma Centers Struggle with Staffing, Costs
University of New Mexico Hospital, the state's only Level I trauma center, faces challenges in maintaining readiness for emergencies across vast distances.

Albuquerque Fire Rescue Shifts Paramedic Roles to Address Shortage
New staffing model aims to get more paramedics to emergency calls faster
New Mexico Battles Over Medical Malpractice Reforms
Lawmakers consider new limits on punitive damages as malpractice premiums rise and physician shortages grow.
Politics
New Mexico Lawmakers' Ethics, Legislator Pay, and Abortion Laws Debated
Readers weigh in on issues ranging from government conduct to gun violence and wildlife protection

New Mexico Lawmakers Fund Efforts to Address Missing, Murdered Indigenous People Crisis
State budget includes appropriations for testing human remains and victim support services, as well as extending funding for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Task Force.
Dueling Albuquerque Protests Call for Change in Iran
One group demands regime change, while another opposes U.S. involvement in the conflict