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KUNM News Archives: 2004 - June
Stories from Wed., 30 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Wed., 30 Jun. 2004 |
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GAO Land Grant Reports |
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By: Angela Taylor
The congressional General Accounting Office recently released a detailed study of New Mexico Land Grant claims. The report is called "The Treaty of Guadalupe Hildago: Findings and Possible Options Regarding Long-standing Community Land Grant Claims in New Mexico".
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Airdate: Wed., 30 Jun. 2004 |
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Palestinian Teenager Part 2 |
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By: Carol Boss
Yesterday, Samy Qarmout, a 16-year old student from Palestine, spoke to Carol Boss about the ongoing violence and humiliation for Palestinians living in Gaza. Today he talks about his visions for peace.
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Airdate: Wed., 30 Jun. 2004 |
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Michael Moore Fans Hold a House Party in Albuquerque |
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By: Delaney Hall
Monday night, Albuquerque citizens gathered in five houses across the city to join in a nationwide conference call with Michael Moore. Delaney Hall files this report.
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Stories from Tue., 29 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Tue., 29 Jun. 2004 |
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Palestinian Teenager Recognized for Amy Biehl Spirit Award |
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By: Carol Boss
Palestinian teenager Samy Qarmout completed his junior year at Manzano High School last month. He was recognized on Thursday as an Amy Biehl Spirit Award homoree for his vision and dedication in service to others. Carol Boss recently spoke with him.
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Airdate: Tue., 29 Jun. 2004 |
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Bernalillo County Second District Courthouse Evacuated |
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By: Nick Layman
Business was "as usual" at the Bernalillo County Second District Courthouse, until an alarm forced the evacuation of the building. Nick Layman has more.
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Stories from Mon., 28 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Jun. 2004 |
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Sierra Club Walks in Santa Fe Neighborhoods |
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By: Angela Taylor
The Sierra Club went door to door in Santa Fe neighborhoods over the weekend asking people to consider how the Bush administration is putting New Mexicans at risk.
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Jun. 2004 |
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Voter Registration Takes a New Twist |
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By: Tom Trowbridge
A major segment of the population that up to now has been all but ignored during election campaigns is the focus of an effort to change that. As Tom Trowbridge reports, a group called the "New Voters Project" is targeting New Mexico's young voters.
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Jun. 2004 |
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Albuquerque's Guild Cinema Honors Spalding Gray |
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By: Roy Durfee
Spalding Gray, who committed suicide earlier this year, is being honored at Albuquerque's Guild Cinema through Wednesday. Roy Durfee gives this report.
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Jun. 2004 |
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Appeals Court Blocks Implementation of FCC Regulations |
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By: Carole Nez
The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals blocked implementation of FCC regulations that would have allowed companies to own more radio and television stations in the same market, and directed the agency to rewrite the rules. Before the ruling, comissioner Jonathan Adelstein held hearings nationwide. In...
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Jun. 2004 |
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Arena Approved for Downtown Albuquerque |
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By: Leslie Clark
Approval of a development plan for the downtown arena is the big issue on the agenda for the city council's special session tonight at city hall. Under the current proposal, Albuquerque would issue Industrial Revenue Bonds to fund the construction of the arena, to the tune of up to 47 million dollars....
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Jun. 2004 |
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Pojoaque Pueblo and Others Mourn the Death of Pueblo Governor |
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By: Renee Blake
A rosary is being held this evening for Jacob Viarreal Governor of Pojoaque Pueblo who died Sunday of a heart attack. Viarreal served as Governor of the Pueblo for more than twenty years and was just re-elected to another term this spring. Ron Soliman of Laguna Pueblo and President of the Indian Pueblo...
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Stories from Fri., 25 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Jun. 2004 |
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UNM Students Call Attention To Chemical Disaster In Bhopal, India 20 Years Ago |
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By: Jessica Carr
December third of this year marks the 20th anniversary of the worst chemical disaster in world history. In Bhopal (bo-pal), India, in 1984 a Union Carbide chemical plant (now owned by Dow Chemical) leaked an estimated 60 tons of methyl isocyanate (eye-so-sigh-uh-nate), a deadly gas. Eight thousand...
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Jun. 2004 |
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Fahrenheit 9/11 Gets Wide Array of Opinions from Movie Goers |
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By: Renee Blake
Fahrenheit 9/11 opened in 900 theaters nationwide today. At the Downtown Century Theater in Albuquerque, there was applause at the conclusion of the first running of the film, and suprisingly, some empty seats. There was laughter. There were tears. KUNM talked with a few people who saw the first showing....
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Jun. 2004 |
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Fahrenheit 9/11 Gets Wide Array of Opinions from Movie Goers |
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By: Renee Blake
Fahrenheit 9/11 opened in 900 theaters nationwide today. At the Downtown Century Theater in Albuquerque, there was applause at the conclusion of the first running of the film, and suprisingly, some empty seats. There was laughter. There were tears. KUNM talked with a few people who saw the first showing....
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Jun. 2004 |
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Evidence Does Not Support Claim of Intel Pollution |
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By: Jessica Carr
Over the past two years the New Mexico Environment Department has conducted a study to see if there is any correlation between health complaints in Corrales and air quality. As Jessica Carr reports, Corrales residents say Intel is making them sick. The State says evidence does not support that claim....
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Stories from Thu., 24 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Thu., 24 Jun. 2004 |
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Town Hall Audience Members Comment on Media Consolidation |
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By: Paul Ingles
A town hall focused on media independence was held in Albuquerque last night, giving New Mexicans an opportunity to be heard on such topics as media consolidation and public affairs coverage in front of an FCC Commissioner. Jonathan Adelstein will take the testimony of those who spoke to Washington D.C....
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Airdate: Thu., 24 Jun. 2004 |
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Santa Fe Living Wage Ordinance Upheld in Court |
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By: Jennifer Padget
State District Judge Daniel Sanchez upheld Santa Fe's living wage ordinance today. Santa Fe City Council passed the ordinance in Feburary of 2003, but it was challenged by a group of business owners in a court case soon after. Judge Sanchez's decision comes after almost two months of deliberation and...
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Airdate: Thu., 24 Jun. 2004 |
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Feds to Fight Gun Crime in Albuquerque |
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By: Nick Layman
Today, the U.S. Attorney General's Office announced a new initiative to dramatically cut crime. As Nick Layman reports, the Justice Department selected Albuquerque as one of 15 cities, where agents will fight crime.
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Stories from Wed., 23 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Jun. 2004 |
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Local Opinions on the Media Independence Forum |
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By: Renee Blake
With the KUNM co-sponsored town hall on media independence, Renee Blake spoke with three people who offered their reasons for thinking what happens at Smith Brasher Hall tomorrow night is important.
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Jun. 2004 |
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A High Wage Industry Could Make New Mexico Take Off |
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By: Tom Trowbridge
A launch of a commerical rocket in California this week has boosted anticipation of a high wage industry in New Mexico, as we hear in this report by Tom Trowbridge.
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Jun. 2004 |
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Former Maryland Governor Helps States with Smart Growth |
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By: Stuart Overbey
"Smart Growth" is a phrase that's come to be associated with downtown revitalization in many cities across the country. The man who coined the term "Smart Growth" in 1996, during his first term as the governor of Maryland, visited New Mexico this week to help planners and builders decide what growth...
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Jun. 2004 |
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New Mexico Environment Department Approves Request for Funding for WIPP |
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By: Renee Blake
The New Mexico Environment Department announced last week that the Department of Energy approved a request for funding for WIPP oversight. The six-hundred thousand dollars in federal funding will pay for seven employees to work on the DOE oversight bureau in Carlsbad. The Bureau replaces the recently...
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Stories from Tue., 22 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Tue., 22 Jun. 2004 |
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Clear Channel Vice President for Albuquerque and Santa Fe Comments on the Future of Media |
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By: Renee Blake
As we approach a town hall meeting to talk about the future of media and independence, KUNM talked with one of the most frequently criticized broadcast outlets as concerns group ownership and influence, Clear Channel, our guest today is Chuck Hammond, Vice President and Market Manager for Clear Channel...
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Airdate: Tue., 22 Jun. 2004 |
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Interior secretary Norton visits Western Governor's Association Meeting |
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By: Angela Taylor
The Western Governor's Association wrapped up its annual meeting in Santa Fe. Interior Secretary Gale Norton delivered the keynote address and discussed the department of Interior's priorities with the governors. KUNM's Angela Taylor reports.
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Airdate: Tue., 22 Jun. 2004 |
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City Councils Approves Bill to Clean Up Chemical Exposure |
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By: Nick Layman
In 2003, the National Jewish Medical and Research Center conducted a study on the chemical exposure associated with methamphetamine labs. The results found significant health risks from leftover chemicals in the building where the drug was cooked. The Albuquerque City Council approved a bill that would...
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Airdate: Tue., 22 Jun. 2004 |
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Movie Review: Afghan Massacre: The Convoy of Death |
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By: Roy Durfee
"Afghan Massacre: The Convoy of Death," a film introduced on "Democracy Now" is now showing for three days only at Albuquerque's Guild Cinema. Roy Durfee gives this report.
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Stories from Mon., 21 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Mon., 21 Jun. 2004 |
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Community Members Celebrate United States Second Independence Day |
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By: Delaney Hall
On Saturday, June 19th the Albuquerque community celebrated America's second Independence Day. Delaney Hall reports.
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Airdate: Mon., 21 Jun. 2004 |
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Environmental Memoir Discusses Political and Environmental Exploits |
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By: Renee Blake
When it comes to conservation and wildlife issues, Russell Train is the man who made history. His work includes the founding of the World Wildlife Fund and working with Presidents Nixon, Ford and George H.W. Bush on federal issues such as the council on Environmental Quality, the Environmental Protection...
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Airdate: Mon., 21 Jun. 2004 |
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NPR Commentator Releases New Collection of Essays |
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By: Delaney Hall
Author and NPR Commentator David Sedaris, first known for his Santa Land Diaries, the hilarious chronicles of a Department Store Elf, has released a new collection of essays. He will be in Santa Fe for a reading. Delaney Hall files this report.
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Stories from Fri., 18 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Jun. 2004 |
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Socorro Fire Restricitons |
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With pre-summer high temperatures and continued high fire hazardous conditions, the BLM Socorro field office is issuing fire restrictions effective immediately.
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Jun. 2004 |
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Albuquerque's Westside Discuss Independent School District |
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By: KUNM News
Albuquerque's west side may have a sufficient tax base to support an independent school district. State Education Secretary Veronica Garcia has agreed to study the issue, according to published reports. This after requests from Albuquerque school board member Robert Lucero and Republican New Mexico State...
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Jun. 2004 |
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Politicians Jockey for Power in State Senate |
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By: Leslie Clark
One local reporter says the headline should read, "New Mexico Legislators Scramble for Power" as the politicians jockey for the Senate President Pro-Tem and the Majority Leader positions now vacant. As Leslie Clark reports, there is no shortage of political maneuvering among politicians to gain power....
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Jun. 2004 |
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Woman Exposed to Radiation After Whistle Blowing Nuclear Weapons Plant |
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By: KUNM News
For decades the Rocky Flats Nuclear Weapons Plant near Denver made plutonium triggers for nuclear bombs. In 1989 the FBI raided the factory and shut the plant down for many environmental crimes. Today, the area is under some remediation. The site has been labeled unsuitable for homes, industry or farming,...
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Jun. 2004 |
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U.S. Bureau of Land Management Plans Drilling in Otero Mesa |
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By: Angela Taylor
Governor Richardson is appealing the U.S. Bureau of Land Management's plan for oil and gas drilling on Otero Mesa. Richardson says the BLM is ignoring the concerns of New Mexico farmers, ranchers, hunters and environmentalists. Tom Trowbridge has the story.
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Stories from Thu., 17 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Jun. 2004 |
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Actor Gene Hackman Co-Author's Book with Friend |
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By: Renee Blake
Actor Gene Hackman began a second career after meeting diver Daniel Lenihan. They discovered a mutual love of books and thought they would write one together. Renee Blake talked with them about their second collaboration, called "Justice for None."
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Jun. 2004 |
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Call In: Media Independence |
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By: Arcie Chapa
On Wednesday June 23rd, FCC Commissioner Jonathan Adelstein will join local media in Albuquerque for a public forum on media independence. This morning on the KUNM Call-In Show host Arcie Chapa discussed the issue with guests. The guests included Adelstein, Andrea Quijada, Director of Educational Programs...
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Jun. 2004 |
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Republicans Charge Secretary of State Holding Up Voter Registration |
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By: Tom Trowbridge
The all-important task of registering voters belongs to New Mexico's county clerks, under the strict auspices of the Secretary of State's office. But the Secretary of State is an elected partisan position, and sometimes this can cause trouble between political parties. Tom Trowbridge has the story.
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Stories from Wed., 16 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Wed., 16 Jun. 2004 |
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Crime Statistics Down in the Duke City |
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By: KUNM News
Albuquerque crime statistics are dropping according to the National Crime Statistics released today. Mayor Martin Chavez attributes the drop to renewed efforts by the city including a reinvestment in community programs. Mayor Chavez is pleased with the downward trend.
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Airdate: Wed., 16 Jun. 2004 |
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Commentary: United States Plans for Nuclear Weapons |
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By: Greg Mello
In this commentary, Greg Mello of the Los Alamos Study Group challenges citizens to find out and speak out about the United States plans for nuclear weapons.
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Airdate: Wed., 16 Jun. 2004 |
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Taxpayers Protest Jackson-Hewitt's Refund Loan Offer |
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By: Susie Munn
Forty to fifty taxpayers, several of whom believe they have been scammed by Jackson-Hewitt, protested a company office today in Albuquerque to end refund anticipation loans and other expensive, misleading products. Susie Munn has the story.
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Airdate: Wed., 16 Jun. 2004 |
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State Senator Wants Elected Officials Drug Tested |
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By: KUNM News
Reaction to former Chief District Judge John Brennan's recent arrest, Republican state senator Steve Komadina will introduce legislation that calls for all elected officials in the state of New Mexico to submit to random drug testing. Senator Komadina announced his intentions today, saying that public...
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Airdate: Wed., 16 Jun. 2004 |
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New Mexico Labor Organizations Launch Campaign for Upcoming Elections |
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By: Nick Layman
Late last week, the New Mexico Federation of Labor kicked off it's statewide AFL-CIO Labor 2004 program. The plan is to mobilize working families in New Mexico to talk with fellow union and non-union members about issues affecting the country. Nick Layman has more.
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Stories from Tue., 15 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Tue., 15 Jun. 2004 |
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ACLU of New Mexico Sues Corrales Mayor |
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By: Susie Munn
The ACLU of New Mexico filed suit in federal court today against Corrales Village Mayor Gary Kanin for allegedly violating the first amendment right of a Corrales resident. Susie Munn reports.
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Stories from Mon., 14 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Jun. 2004 |
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Animal Rights Group Launches Billboard to Not to Chain Your Dog |
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By: Renee Blake
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is looking for a billboard alerting New Mexicans the consequences of keeping dogs chained. Dan Paden, a cruelty case worker at the Norfolk, Virgina based organization explains the reason for this campaign. Paden says PETA was buried in telephone calls and e-mails...
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Jun. 2004 |
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Festival Flamenco Returns to UNM |
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By: Krista Pino
Festival Flamenco returns to the University of New Mexico for its 18th year. Krista Pino reports.
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Jun. 2004 |
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Movie Review: Preventive Warriors |
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By: Roy Durfee
A frightening film is showing at Albuquerque's Guild Cinema Roy Durfee says the movie is a must see.
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Jun. 2004 |
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Former U.S. Senator Makes Stop in Rio Rancho |
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By: Tom Trowbridge
Former Georgia Senator Max Cleland made an appearance at the Rio Rancho Veterans' Memorial Park over the weekend. As Tom Trowbridge reports, the prominent, wounded Vietnam veteran carried with him a message to fellow vets regarding the upcoming Presidential election.
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Jun. 2004 |
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Republican Senator Faults Democrats for Budget Hold Up |
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By: Leslie Clark
Republican U.S. Senator Pete Domenici of New Mexico reminds constituents, there are only about 23 working days for congress before the November elections. Domenici says congress isn't getting much done and he blames the democrats. Domenici is also worried about passing an Appropriations Bill. Domenici...
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Stories from Fri., 11 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Fri., 11 Jun. 2004 |
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Special: President Reagan's Impact on New Mexico |
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By: Renee Blake
Following the extensive coverage of former President Ronald Reagan’s death, KUNM invited three members of the community to join in a look back at the impact of the 40th president on New Mexico.
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Stories from Thu., 10 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Thu., 10 Jun. 2004 |
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Call In: Paseo del Norte and the Petroglyphs |
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By: Arcie Chapa
On this morning's Call-In Show with Arcie Chapa, KUNM's three guests fielded calls about the extension of Paseo del Norte to the west and what that might mean to the Petroglyphs. The guests are Albuquerque City Councilors Michael Cadigan from District 5 and Benici Albert from the SAGE Council, a Native...
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Airdate: Thu., 10 Jun. 2004 |
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Commentary: The Emperor has No Clothes |
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By: Ron Briley
In a commentary about the years from 1980 to 1988, Ron Briley says, "The Emperor has No Clothes." He has dubbed this, the mixed and troubling legacy of the Reagan Presidency.
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Airdate: Thu., 10 Jun. 2004 |
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Opportunity Shelter Opens for Albuquerque Homeless |
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By: Nick Layman
The Albuquerque Opportunity Center for the homeless celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The center is for homeless men and as Nick Layman reports, the center is committed to getting the men re-introduced to society.
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Stories from Wed., 9 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Jun. 2004 |
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Art Universe |
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By: Leslie Clark
The first ever Art Universe began June 9,2004 at the University of New Mexico. Nationally and internationally known mixed media artists are gathering to teach and create art with the public. Leslie Clark reports Art Universe is a chance to expand the definition of the art experience.
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Jun. 2004 |
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Program Loses Funding for Transitional Living Program |
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By: KUNM News
Loss of funding at Youth Development, Inc. has forced the charitable non-profit organization to close its Rites of Passage program. Rites of Passage is a transitional living program based in Albuquerque. It began in 2002 and will close at the end of this month. The program serves those ages 16 to 21...
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Jun. 2004 |
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Attorney General's Office Hold Emergency Meeting for Sandoval County Clerk |
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By: Angela Taylor
Lawyers for the New Mexico Attorney General's Office held an emergency meeting with Sandoval County Clerk Victoria Dunlap's lawyer this morning. The meeting was to clarify terms of a state Supreme Court order restraining Dunlap from issuing same sex marriage licenses. KUNM's Angela Taylor reports.
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Stories from Mon., 7 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Mon., 7 Jun. 2004 |
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Coalition for Equality in New Mexico Hosts Weddings |
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By: Carol Boss
The Coalition for Equality in New Mexico hosted what they called the biggest wedding event of the season on Sunday. Carol Boss was there.
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Airdate: Mon., 7 Jun. 2004 |
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Commentary: Madstone Theaters Closes its Doors |
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By: Roy Durfee
Madstone Theaters announced today that it will be closing in Albuquerque. Roy Durfee comments.
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Airdate: Mon., 7 Jun. 2004 |
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Albuquerque Twins Comment on their D-Day Experiences |
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By: Nick Layman
Sixty years ago, more than one-hundred sixty thousand allied troops landed along a fifty mile stretch of heavily fortified French coastline to fight Adolf Hitler's German military. Armed Forces reports and historians estimate more than ten thousand died on June 6th 1944, a day now known as "D-Day."...
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Airdate: Mon., 7 Jun. 2004 |
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State Legislator Craven Comments on Judge Brennan |
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By: Tom Trowbridge
Perhaps the state legislature's most prominent member on the issue of drunk driving has weighed-in on the matter of former chief District Court Judge John Brennan.
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Stories from Fri., 4 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Fri., 4 Jun. 2004 |
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Protestors Rally in Front of Congresswoman's Office for Medical Marijuana Legislation |
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By: Leslie Clark
Eighty percent of Americans think adults should be able to use marijuana for medical purposes, according to a 2002 Time/CNN poll. But U.S. Congresswoman Heather Wilson of New Mexico continues to vote against legalizing the drug for medical use. Activists with the Marijuana Policy Project demonstrated...
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Airdate: Fri., 4 Jun. 2004 |
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Digifest Southwest Prepares for the Making of the Film |
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By: Arcie Chapa
On this week's KUNM Call-In Show, Arcie Chapa was joined by Grub Gravener, film producer, casting director and co-founder of the Digital Film-Making Institute; Tony Dellaflora, co-founder of the institute and co-founder of the Producer's Connection, a film and video consulting company and Eric Griego,...
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Airdate: Fri., 4 Jun. 2004 |
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Oscar Nominated Films Premier at the Guild Cinema |
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A program of short films opens at the Guild Cinema and Roy Durfee is there in advance to tell you about it.
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Airdate: Fri., 4 Jun. 2004 |
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Veterans Launch Support for Presidential Hopeful Kerry |
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By: Renee Blake and Nick Layman
When "Veterans for Kerry" got together in Bataan Memorial Park this afternoon to protest President Bush's policies on veterans' issues, they were met by Bush supporters’ carrying signs contending that Bush does back U.S. Troops. Renee Blake has voices from both sides.
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Stories from Thu., 3 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Jun. 2004 |
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Democratic Congressional Candidate Announces Campaign Plans |
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By: Tom Trowbridge
First District Congressional Candidate Richard Romero announced efforts he hopes will result in a victory in November over incumbent Republican Congresswoman Heather Wilson. Tom Trowbridge has the story.
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Jun. 2004 |
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Commentary: Federal Dollars Spent on New Mexican Children vs. Military Spending |
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By: Greg Mello
In this commentary, Los Alamos Study Group Director, Greg Mello, compares federal dollars spent on New Mexico children's health, welfare and education with federal dollars spent on the national weapons laboratories in the state. Mello questions whether the political leadership's focus on the nuclear,...
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Jun. 2004 |
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Government Officials Bring Awareness to Child Hunger |
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By: Leslie Clark
One of the most significant indicators of child safety and well being is regular and appropriate nutrition, according to New Mexico's Children, Youth and Family Department. Directors of CYFD and other state agencies joined Lieutenant Governor Diane Denish to mark Hunger Awareness Day. Leslie Clark has...
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Jun. 2004 |
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Kids Count Data Book Shows New Mexico Improving |
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By: Nick Layman
The 2004 National Kids Count data book, released today, shows New Mexico dropping from 46th to 48th place in state rankings of child well-being. As Nick Layman reports, New Mexico Voices for Children says the state has made some improvements but more needs to be done.
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Jun. 2004 |
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San Juan/Chama Drinking Project Approved |
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By: Renee Blake
Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez announced the city has gotten the green light from the Bureau of Reclamation for the San Juan/Chama Drinking Water Compact. Mayor Chavez says the city signed an agreement with the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District, loaning the farmers 70 thousand acre feet of city...
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Stories from Wed., 2 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Wed., 2 Jun. 2004 |
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Proposed Uranium Enrichment Plant in Southern New Mexico |
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By: Jessica Carr
A proposed Uranium Enrichment Plant in Southern New Mexico has sparked conflict between New Mexicans and the Federal Government. Jessica Carr reports.
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Airdate: Wed., 2 Jun. 2004 |
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Sierra Club versus Vice President Cheney |
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By: Leslie Clark
Energy industry officials played too much of a role in crafting the Bush Administration's energy policy, according to the Sierra Club, but the Administration says it's up to the President to decide who to include in the decision making process. It's now up to the Supreme Court to decide if the White...
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Airdate: Wed., 2 Jun. 2004 |
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Fires and Air Tankers |
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By: Deborah Martinez
At the same time as national fire officials were discussing providing more firefighting aircrafts to help in this fire season, Governor Bill Richardson was announcing how the state will pay for new equipment that will help contain New Mexico's blazes. Deborah Martinez has the details.
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Airdate: Wed., 2 Jun. 2004 |
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Primary Recap |
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By: Tom Trowbridge
Some old and some new political faces have emerged following yesterday's primary election in New Mexico. Tom Trowbridge has a recap of the election results.
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Stories from Tue., 1 Jun. 2004
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Airdate: Tue., 1 Jun. 2004 |
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Judge Brennan Arrested on Drug Possession Charges |
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By: News Reporter
Early Saturday morning, State District Chief Judge W. John Brennan and Pat Mattioli, Head of the State Commission on Higher Education's Gear Up Program, were arrested on drug possession charges. Police say Brennan tried to avoid a DWI checkpoint by pulling into a parking lot. Officers say he appeared...
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Airdate: Tue., 1 Jun. 2004 |
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Commentary: Private versus Public |
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By: Ron Chapman
When not engaged in radio, commentator Ron Chapman has a consulting practice. Tonight he shares a perspective he has gained in that practice. It's quite unusual, but worthy of our consideration.
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By: Nick Layman
A new plan called High Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic or "HEAT" will focus on violations of traffic laws throughout the city of Albuquerque. The program is aimed at drivers who follow too closely, make unsafe lane changes, or drive in a careless or reckless manner. Albuquerque Chief of Police Gilbert...
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