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KUNM News Archives: 2008 - December
Stories from Wed., 31 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 31 Dec. 2008 |
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Spaceport 20 Year Lease |
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By: Evan Woodward
The State of New Mexico and Virgin Galactic will execute a 20 year lease for the company to operate at Spaceport America in Sierra County. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, Spaceport America Executive Director Steve Landeene says the legally binding agreement could lead to as much as $250 million of...
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Stories from Tue., 30 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 30 Dec. 2008 |
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Autism Center |
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By: Bryan Gibel
Autism affects families throughout New Mexico, but the state doesn’t have a center that focuses specifically on the disability. Families, healthcare specialists and Albuquerque mayor Martin Chávez have launched a campaign to raise money for an autism center for the state. KUNM’s Bryan Gibel reports....
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Stories from Mon., 29 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 29 Dec. 2008 |
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Demonstration Expresses Solidarity with Palestinians, Gaza |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Some Arab American and Muslim advocacy organizations are calling for a national day of action to show solidarity with Palestinian people in Gaza after Israel launched air attacks against the region Friday. The Act Now to Stop War and End Racism—or ANSWER— Coalition, along with the Free Palestine Alliance,...
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Airdate: Mon., 29 Dec. 2008 |
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Advocate: "A Good New Year's Resolution: Fight Poverty in New Mexico" |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel and Eric Mack
About half of the children living in New Mexico come from poor families - maybe more, according to recent reports. Marian Wright Edelman is president of the Children’s Defense Fund. She says a good New Year's resolution would be to speak up for kids and fight back against what she calls the greed that's...
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Stories from Fri., 26 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 26 Dec. 2008 |
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Review of "Arsenic and Old Lace" |
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By: Jim Terr
Sometimes a play has endured not just because it offends no one, but because of its universal appeal. KUNM reviewer Jim Terr says if you're looking for a good holiday laugh, "Arsenic and Old Lace" is a safe bet.
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Airdate: Fri., 26 Dec. 2008 |
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Wall Street Crisis Poetry Reading |
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By: Deborah Begel
In tough economic times, it helps to laugh. Two bards of the day invited folks in Santa Fe to what they called "A Wall Street Crisis Poetry Reading" this month. The poets brought not only their own new poems for the occasion; they also dipped into cyberspace for some surprise poets of old. As...
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Stories from Wed., 24 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 24 Dec. 2008 |
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Santa Fe Farolito Walk |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Admiring decorations and lights is a custom during the holidays, and across New Mexico, tens of thousands of farolitos will be lit at dusk in honor of Christmas Eve. As KUNM’s Elaine Baumgartel reports... the brown paper lunch bags filled with sand and a votive candle are part of a Christmas tradition...
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Stories from Tue., 23 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 23 Dec. 2008 |
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Iris Keltz Commentary on Middle East |
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By: Iris Keltz
The holidays are a time for friends and family to come together. This year, KUNM commentator Iris Keltz says she has found common ground in a place where many think this is not possible- Jerusalem. Iris Keltz is a writer, teacher and peace activist. She lives in Albuquerque and Taos.
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Stories from Mon., 22 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 22 Dec. 2008 |
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KUNM News Special: 2008 Year in Review |
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By: Jim Williams
A KUNM News Special: A look back at the top local and regional stories and issues of 2008. This hour-long special features political writer and columnist Steve Terrell of the Santa Fe New Mexican, Senior Writer Trip Jennings of the New Mexico Independent, and writer and journalist Marjorie Childress,...
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Stories from Fri., 19 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 19 Dec. 2008 |
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Espanola School Projects Left Unfinished |
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By: Mireya Hernandez
Unfinished projects in the Espanola School District face an uncertain future. Several projects have run over cost and school officials now have to convince taxpayers to dish out more money to fix their schools. KUNM's Mireya Hernandez has more. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 19 Dec. 2008 |
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Ben Lujan on State Budget Shortfall |
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By: Julie LaJeunesse
New Mexico lawmakers met in Santa Fe this week to talk about ways to cope with the projected $454 million budget shortfall. State leaders worked on a plan they plan to present to Governor Bill Richardson early in next legislative session. Democratic House Speaker Ben Lujan, says lower revenues from...
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Airdate: Fri., 19 Dec. 2008 |
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NM Labor Organization Supports Solis |
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By: Jim Williams
President-elect Barack Obama's choice of California Democratic Representative Hilda Solis as his Secretary of Labor is being applauded by some of New Mexico’s labor unions. Solis, who is the daughter of working class immigrants from Mexico and Nicaragua, has a track record which includes voting to...
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Airdate: Fri., 19 Dec. 2008 |
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State Files Legal Action Against Marathon Oil |
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By: Julie LaJeunesse
The state of New Mexico has filed a multi-million dollar legal action against an international oil company because the state says the company is polluting the air in southeast New Mexico. The company maintains it is in compliance with state laws. KUNM’s Julie LaJeunesse has more. Listen TRANSCRIPT...
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Airdate: Fri., 19 Dec. 2008 |
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Exhibition Showcases Pottery of Cochiti and Santo Domingo Pueblos |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Cochiti and Santo Domingo Pueblos are separated by the Rio Grande, and this is theme of an exhibit at the New Mexico Museum of Indian Arts and Culture. Tony Chavarria is the curator of ethnology for the show, which includes a collection of work by many different producers from the period of the 1850s...
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Airdate: Fri., 19 Dec. 2008 |
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Molina Offers Coverage For Traditional Healing |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
After the economy, health care is one of the major challenges the incoming Obama administration will face. Millions of Americans have no heath insurance, and others are paying out of pocket for services that aren't covered. One national insurance company, is offering coverage for Native American members...
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Airdate: Fri., 19 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Highlands University in Talks to Acquire the College of Santa Fe |
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By: Scott Ki
New Mexico Highlands University is in discussions to possibly acquire the financially-strapped College of Santa Fe, or CSF. Although these talks are preliminary, absorbing the private college into the public system would likely add millions of dollars in costs for the state and impact the types of programs...
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Stories from Thu., 18 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 18 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus discusses this week's headlines with the New Mexico Independent. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 18 Dec. 2008 |
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Spaceport Authority Set to Sign Anchor Lease |
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By: Evan Woodward
The New Mexico Spaceport Authority has voted unanimously to allow the Executive Director of Spaceport America, Steve Landeene to sign a lease agreement with Virgin Galactic, the company slated to be the anchor tenant at the facility. KRWG's Evan Woodward reports. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 18 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Attorney General Advising Obama Transition Team |
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By: Evan Woodward
New Mexico Attorney General Gary King will be in Washington D.C. today to meet with President-elect Barack Obama's transition team. King will serve as an executive committee member with the Conference of Western Attorneys General, also called CWAG. KRWG's Evan Woodward reports. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 18 Dec. 2008 |
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Human Services Department to Hold Meeting on Northern NM Health Care Challenges |
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By: Julie LaJeunesse
State officials are asking New Mexicans to share their thoughts on health care issues. The state’s Human Services Department will hold a town hall meeting in Espanola Thursday. The public, health care providers and advocates can discuss access to health care in northern and central New Mexico. Secretary...
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Stories from Wed., 17 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 17 Dec. 2008 |
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Spaceport America Granted Launch License by FAA |
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By: Evan Woodward
Monday the Federal Aviation Administration granted the New Mexico Spaceport Authority their launch license for Spaceport America. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the FAA granted the license after issuing their final decision on the environmental impact statement for the project. Listen
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Airdate: Wed., 17 Dec. 2008 |
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UNM Staff Voice Concerns Over Upcoming Projects |
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By: Armando Martinez
The University of New Mexico's Board of Regents has approved $40 million in projects to renovate campus facilities, but some UNM staff and faculty think the timing is bad. The projects include a new student success center as well as renovations to several campus buildings. Staff Council president Loyola...
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Airdate: Wed., 17 Dec. 2008 |
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Railrunner Trains Delayed on Opening Day |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Two Rail Runner trains arrived late in Albuquerque and one was late getting into Santa Fe this morning. Today was the first day of public service on the commuter train's new extension from Bernalillo Santa Fe. Communications Manager Augusta Meyers says the delays were caused by technical glitches that...
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Stories from Tue., 16 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 16 Dec. 2008 |
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NM's New Congressional Delegation Will Lack Seniority |
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By: New Mexico News Connection
New Mexico’s new Congressional delegation has got a tough act to follow. After the retirement of Republican Senator Pete Domenici and an election shake-up, four out of the five New Mexico lawmakers who head to Washington next month will be freshmen. The new delegation will have 52 years less experience,...
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Airdate: Tue., 16 Dec. 2008 |
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LANL Developing Machine To Spot Unsafe Liquids At Airports |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus reports on a machine being developed by Los Alamos National Labs that could make air travel a little less complicated. Listen
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Airdate: Tue., 16 Dec. 2008 |
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Richardson Announces Solar Farm |
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By: Jim Williams
One of the largest solar farms in the country may soon be located in New Mexico, and the process to build it is expected to create 600 jobs in the state. The project is expected to begin construction next year. From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Williams reports. Listen
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Airdate: Tue., 16 Dec. 2008 |
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Art Critic Lucy Lippard Lectures in Santa Fe |
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By: Deborah Begel
The Santa Fe will officially celebrates its 400th birthday in a little over a year. There's plenty of opportunity right now to get a sense of the city's rich history. Last month, the Palace of the Governors premiered its year-long photographic homage to the City Different and its environs. Last...
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Airdate: Tue., 16 Dec. 2008 |
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Grand Jury Investigating Governor's Deals with Financial Company |
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By: Jim Williams
Buzz continues around reports that a grand jury is investigating Governor Bill Richardson's administration after a 2004 financial deal with a California company. CDR Financial got nearly $1.5 million from the New Mexico Finance Authority for advising on investments the state was making to fund transportation...
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Stories from Mon., 15 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 15 Dec. 2008 |
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Sensible Spending Saves Cash |
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By: New Mexico News Connection
The economic outlook may be bleak, but consumer experts say keeping a close eye on your pocketbook can help you get through this holiday season without damaging your personal finances. Kim Danger is the creator of MommySavers.com. She says New Mexicans sometimes fall into the trap of putting purchases...
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Airdate: Mon., 15 Dec. 2008 |
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Northern New Mexico Still Under Winter Storm Warning |
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By: Armando Martinez
As New Mexico gets deeper into the month of December, the National Weather Service has issued another winter storm warning for Northern parts of the state. Todd Shoemake, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, says the Northern Mountains and the town of Chama will be hit hardest with as much...
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Stories from Sat., 13 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Sat., 13 Dec. 2008 |
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Legislative Move Afoot to Undo New, Stricter Oil and Gas Regulations |
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By: Jim Williams
A showdown appears to be looming over regulation of one of the state's main revenue sources. Falling oil and gas prices are contributing to a current-year budget shortfall of 450 million dollars. That shortfall will lead to cuts in many state programs and capital projects. It's also likely to provide...
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Stories from Fri., 12 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 12 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Weekly Business Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
New Mexico Weekly Business Update with KUNM's Sarah Gustavus and Megan Kamerick from New Mexico Business Weekly. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 12 Dec. 2008 |
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NM Supreme Court Strikes Down Measure to Expand Albuquerque School Board |
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By: Armando Martinez
The State Supreme Court struck down a voter approved measure yesterday that would have expanded Albuquerque’s school Board from seven to nine members. That proposal would have given some areas of the city a bigger voice on the board. One West Side member of the school board is determined to get his...
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Airdate: Fri., 12 Dec. 2008 |
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Lawmakers Wrestle with Budget Deficit |
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State lawmakers continue to wrestle with how to deal with a growing budget deficit in the current fiscal year. The interim Legislative Finance Committee, or LFC, will work into the weekend, hearing from various state agencies on their fiscal needs for this year and next. LFC Chairman, Deming Democrat...
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Stories from Thu., 11 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 11 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with New Mexico Independent Editor Trip Jennings about this week's headlines. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 11 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico State University Revamps Presidential Search Process |
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By: Evan Woodward
Late last week the New Mexico State University Faculty Senate approved an emergency memorial concerning the search for a permanent president at NMSU. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, it calls for voting members of the Board of Regents to abstain from serving on a new search committee, and requests that...
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Airdate: Thu., 11 Dec. 2008 |
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Code Pink Taos Pushes for NM Guards Troops to Come Home |
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By: Julie LaJeunesse
Advocacy groups across the state are already putting in requests for the upcoming 2009 legislative session. One anti-war group is focusing on the war in Iraq. KUNM's Julie LaJeunesse has more. Listen
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Stories from Wed., 10 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 10 Dec. 2008 |
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Bingaman Comments on Proposed Auto Industry Bailout |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel and Sarah Gustavus
Congress could vote on a proposed bailout of the U.S. auto industry by the end of Wednesday. The package includes $15 billion in emergency loans for General Motors and Chrysler, and it would require that automakers restructure their companies to become profitable again. Some say the leaders of the big...
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Airdate: Wed., 10 Dec. 2008 |
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Group Questions New Mexcio Government Spending |
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By: Julie LaJeunesse
Many people are pinching pennies in the current economy, but one research group says the state isn't pinching hard enough. The Rio Grande Foundation recently released a report calling on New Mexico lawmakers to rethink investments and capital outlay projects. Paul Gessing, president of the foundation,...
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Airdate: Wed., 10 Dec. 2008 |
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State Representative: New Mexico Could Face Depression if Revenues Stay Low |
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By: Jim Williams
A longtime member of the state's legislative finance committee is warning that if oil and gas revenues continue to fall, New Mexico may face its own version of a depression. Albuquerque Democratic Representative Henry "Kiki" Saavedra says the interim committee, which is meeting this week in Santa...
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Stories from Mon., 8 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 8 Dec. 2008 |
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UNM Faces Possible Cuts in State Budget |
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By: Bryan Gibel
With the state facing a potential 500 million dollar revenue shortfall, the University of New Mexico has announced emergency measures to prepare for possible funding cuts from the state legislature. More than 50 graduate and professional students met recently with university officials and voiced concerns...
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Airdate: Mon., 8 Dec. 2008 |
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NMSU Spent $112,000 in Search for New President, Never Found One |
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By: Evan Woodward
The fruitless nationwide search for a permanent President at New Mexico State University rang up a price tag of more than $112,000. KRWG's Evan Woodward has the details. Listen
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Airdate: Mon., 8 Dec. 2008 |
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First Major Winter Storm of the Year Comes to New Mexico |
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By: Armando Martinez
The state’s first major winter storm is on its way. The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm warnings for much of the northern third of the state as a storm system approaches from the northwest. National Weather Service meteorologist Todd Shoemake says the Sangre de Cristo, Jemez, and...
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Airdate: Mon., 8 Dec. 2008 |
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Environmental Attorney Says New Oil and Gas Drilling Ordinance is Good for Santa Fe County |
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By: Jim Williams
Santa Fe County Commissioners will vote Tuesday on a new ordinance guiding how future oil and gas drilling will take place in the county. The changes are part of a response to a plan to drill on tens of thousands of acres in the Galisteo Basin. KUNM's Jim Williams has more. Listen
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Stories from Fri., 5 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 5 Dec. 2008 |
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SOS Descision Indicates Public Campaign Financing Law Needs Work, Advocate Says |
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By: Jim Williams
One of the original crafters of the state's public campaign financing law says its intent isn't being followed. The law, which was passed in 2003, extends public money to candidates for state public regulation commission, or PRC. KUNM's Jim Williams has more. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 5 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Senator Says Energy Policy Set to Shift in '09 |
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By: Jim Williams
Energy policy changes are likely to be near the top of President-Elect Barack Obama's priority list in 2009, and it's likely that a big part of his focus will be on developing renewable energy sources like wind and solar. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports, New Mexico is likely to play a major role in helping...
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Airdate: Fri., 5 Dec. 2008 |
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Report: NM Economy Gets a Boost from Philanthropy |
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By: Mireya Hernandez
When money goes to programs that help the poor, everyone benefits. That's according to a report released by a national watchdog group who met in Santa Fe on Thursday. KUNM's Mireya Hernandez has details. Listen
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Stories from Thu., 4 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 4 Dec. 2008 |
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Governor's Departure May Occur In Middle of Legislative Session |
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By: Jim Williams
A smooth transition. That’s what New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson says will take place when he leaves office for Washington early next year. The governor, who’s been tapped as President-Elect Barack Obama’s Commerce Secretary, also said he believes his new job could lead to financial help for New...
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Airdate: Thu., 4 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with Trip Jennings, editor of the online New Mexico Independent, about this week's headlines. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 4 Dec. 2008 |
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Amy Biehl Youth Spirit Awards Honor Volunteerism in NM Youth |
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By: Sam Irons
Four young people were honored last night in Albuquerque for their work in their communities. The winners of the Amy Biehl Youth Spirit Awards were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship prize for their spirit of volunteerism. Nimsy Melendez of Albuquerque won for her work informing teens about safe sex...
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Airdate: Thu., 4 Dec. 2008 |
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New Mexico Schools Don't Make the Grade |
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By: Armando Martinez
Young New Mexicans are not making the grade. That's according to Measuring Up 2008: The National Report Card on Higher Education. The nationwide grading system measures whether or not high school students are being adequately prepared for college- and if they can afford it. New Mexico received a D...
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Stories from Wed., 3 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 3 Dec. 2008 |
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Football Coach Mumme Out at NMSU |
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By: Evan Woodward
Yesterday morning New Mexico State University Athletic Director McKinley Boston announced that head football coach Hal Mumme's career at NMSU is over. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the remainder of Mumme's contract will be bought out, effective immediately. Listen
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Airdate: Wed., 3 Dec. 2008 |
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Richardson: Cabinet Appointment "A Great Honor" |
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By: Jim Williams
It's official... almost. Governor Bill Richardson is headed back to Washington D.C. President-Elect Barack Obama announced Richardson as his choice for Commerce Secretary in a press conference Wednesday. Obama said Richardson developed an ability to listen to a wide range of people as a 14 year New...
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Airdate: Wed., 3 Dec. 2008 |
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Obama Appoints Richardson to Secretary of Commerce Position |
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By: Evan Woodward
This morning President-Elect Barack Obama appointed Governor Bill Richardson to his cabinet as Secretary of Commerce. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, Richardson's departure from Santa Fe will lead to big changes in New Mexico. Listen
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Stories from Tue., 2 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 2 Dec. 2008 |
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Hanta Virus Claims More Lives in New Mexico |
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By: Evan Woodward
New Mexico Department of Health officials confirmed Monday that a 22 year old Otero County woman recently died from hantavirus syndrome. A Taos man died earlier this year. KRWG's Evan Woodward has more on how people can prevent the spread of the disease. Listen
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Stories from Mon., 1 Dec. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 1 Dec. 2008 |
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Interview: HIV/AIDS Researcher Ruy Ribiero |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Today is the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day. HIV and AIDS have affected people worldwide. Here in New Mexico, researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have been part of the global effort to study the disease and look for vaccines. KUNM's Sarah Gustavus recently spoke with Ruy Ribiero, a scientist...
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Airdate: Mon., 1 Dec. 2008 |
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Border Wall Opponents to Meet in El Paso |
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By: Kent Paterson
Opponents of the Department of Homeland Security’s controversial border wall project have scheduled a meeting tomorrow Tuesday in El Paso. With the prospect of changes in Washington under President Elect Barack Obama, environmental and human rights activists plan to renew their efforts at stopping the...
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