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KUNM News Archives: 2006 - August
Stories from Thu., 31 Aug. 2006
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Regional Flooding l: Hatch Chile Festival Goes Forward |
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By: Kent Paterson
Despite recent flooding, the southern New Mexico community of Hatch plans to go forward with its annual chile festival this Labor Day weekend. Meanwhile, residents are still picking up the pieces and trying to recover from a disaster that left most stunned and some homeless. In the first of a series...
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Stories from Wed., 30 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Wed., 30 Aug. 2006 |
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Congress Considers Environmental Bills; Local Public Interest Group Voices Optimism |
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By: Renée Blake
New Mexico Public Interest Research Group says it is not too late to cut global warming pollution in the U.S. and in some areas, the Land of Enchantment has a head start.
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Airdate: Wed., 30 Aug. 2006 |
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NM Awarded $1.5 Million for Enforcement of Domestic Violence Violations |
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By: Jim Williams
The state has received a grant for 1.5 million dollars to help ensure enforcement of domestic violence arrest policies and protection orders. The money, awarded by the U.S. Justice Department, will be forwarded in October to the New Mexico Violence Against Women Division, which is overseen by Attorney...
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Airdate: Wed., 30 Aug. 2006 |
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Tijeras Motor Vehicle Division Accused of Producing Fraudulent Documents |
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By: Jennifer Jackson
A Tijeras Motor Vehicles Division office has been shut down during an investigation into an accusation that an employee was producing fraudulent documents for foreign nationals.
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Stories from Tue., 29 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Tue., 29 Aug. 2006 |
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NM Receives 3.5 Million in Federal Economic Development Grants |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico has received federal economic development grants totaling nearly 3.5 million dollars. U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez says the funds will create about 700 jobs in the state.
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Airdate: Tue., 29 Aug. 2006 |
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Rail Runner Planning Process for Santa Fe Lacks Transparency |
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By: Jim Williams
Intro: Some Santa Fe County residents are concerned that a new train may be coming through their neighborhoods. The New Mexico Rail Runner Express, currently running between Albuquerque and Bernalillo, is slated to extend in late 2008 into the capitol city. But those who may be affected by the extension...
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Airdate: Tue., 29 Aug. 2006 |
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Richardson Unveils New Educational Focus Program: Career Clusters |
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By: Renée Blake
Today, Governor Richardson unveiled the new Work in New Mexico Career Clusters Guidebook. Renee Blake was there as he made his announcement about the manual.
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Airdate: Tue., 29 Aug. 2006 |
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Wilson and Madrid at Odds on Status of Katrina Recovery |
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By: Steve Shadley
Congresswoman Heather Wilson says the first anniversary of Hurricane Katrina gives the nation time to reflect on the future of the Gulf Coast. But, her opponent in the first congressional district race Patricia Madrid says the Bush Administration receives poor marks for its response to the disaster....
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Airdate: Tue., 29 Aug. 2006 |
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Public Comment Needed by Tomorrow on BLM Plans for New Mexcio |
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By: Chellis Glendinning
Intro: Another input deadline is looming this week. The Bureau of Land Management, or BLM, is also taking comments on the use of some public land in northern New Mexico. Author and Chimayo resident Chellis Glendinning hopes people will weigh in. Listen Years ago I showed my friend Ikey DeVargas...
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Stories from Mon., 28 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Aug. 2006 |
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Santa Fe Photographer Nominated for Pulitzer Prize |
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By: Steve Shadley
A Santa Fe author and photographer has been nominated for a Pulitzer Prize for his photo essays on Africa. Lucien Niemeyer has compiled a book on his visits to the Nuba Mountain region of Rwanda and Sudan where people are struggling to recover from genocide, civil war and starvation. Some of Niemeyer's...
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Aug. 2006 |
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UNM Acquires Land in Rio Rancho for New Campus |
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By: Jennifer Jackson
The University of New Mexico is in the last stages of finalizing a deal to swap acreage in Bernalillo and San Juan Counties for land in the city of Rio Rancho.
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Airdate: Mon., 28 Aug. 2006 |
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Albuquerque Holds First Humane Conference on Animal Issues |
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By: Renée Blake
New Mexico is holding its State Humane Conference today and Tuesday in Albuquerque. The conference was designed at the Animal Protection of New Mexico's 2005 Milagro Awards ceremony.
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Stories from Fri., 25 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Aug. 2006 |
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SAGE Council Celebrates Ten Years Working for Social and Environmental Justice |
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The SAGE Council has been serving Albuquerque for ten years. This weekend the Council is holding its ten-year anniversary. New SAGE Council Executive Director Milton Bluehouse talks about what he expects at Saturday's celebration. Listen The preservation of the Petroglyph National Monument has been...
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Aug. 2006 |
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"The Exonerated" : A Theater Work That Saved 100 Lives Closes this Weekend |
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By: Renée Blake
It is Albuquerque's final weekend for a play that has saved more than 100 lives. Kerry Max Cook's words were woven into a play entitled, "The Exonerated." The play has traveled around the United States and Kerry's role has been performed by Richard Dreyfus on the stage, Aidan Quinn on the silver screen,...
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Aug. 2006 |
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NM Counties Applying for Federal Flood Damage Assistance |
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Today at the Corrales Fire Station, New Mexico Representative Heather Wilson was briefed on recent flood damage in Sandoval County. She spoke with local officials as well as a representative from FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency. FEMA's public assistance program is already calculating whether...
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Aug. 2006 |
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Abused Pit Bull Puppy Adopted by Bernalillo County Sheriff |
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By: Renée Blake
A three and a half month old puppy is resting in the arms of the Bernalillo County Sheriff. Her eyes are half closed as cameras and floodlights train on her and people gather around to hear her story. Her name is Trixie. The Sheriff says she is still traumatized.
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Airdate: Fri., 25 Aug. 2006 |
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SWOP Refused Permit for Youth Event on Civic Plaza |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Controversy is raging over the City of Albuquerque Administration's decision to pull the plug on a youth-oriented event scheduled for this Saturday on Civic Plaza.
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Stories from Thu., 24 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Thu., 24 Aug. 2006 |
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FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Access to Plan B for Women 18 and Over |
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By: Jennifer Jackson
The decision to approve the pill known as Plan B has been made. But that isn't the end of the long controversy. Jennifer Jackson takes a look at the reaction in New Mexico.
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Airdate: Thu., 24 Aug. 2006 |
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Santa Fe Event Provides Opportunity for Local Beef Tasting |
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By: Jim Williams
Some of New Mexico's ranching traditions will be on display Friday as ranchers from across the state bring their best beef to Santa Fe. The local beef tasting is sponsored by the Southwest Grassfed Livestock Alliance, the Quivira Coalition, and Slow Food Santa Fe, an organization devoted to promoting...
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Stories from Wed., 23 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Aug. 2006 |
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Commentary: Peak Oil |
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By: Chellis Glendinning
It is a subject many of us may find a bit daunting: the end of oil. But for author and Chimayo resident Chellis Glendinning, the implications aren't all bad. KUNM welcomes your commentary and feedback. Send email to news@kunm.org.
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Aug. 2006 |
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Former UNM President Ferrel Heady Dies at 90 |
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Dr. Ferrel Heady, who was president of the University of New Mexico from 1968 to 1975, has died at the age of ninety. Heady was a respected administrator during the tumultuous years of the Vietnam War. Joe McKinny was the University Planner for thirty-six years, and says that President Heady was popular...
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Aug. 2006 |
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New Activity at LANL: Growing Nanotubes |
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By: Renée Blake
Carbon Tube Nanotechnology production is one of the latest additions to activities at Los Alamos National Laboratory. Renee Blake got lesson 101, Carbon Tube Nanotechnology for Dummies from Randy Tremper at Cintech.
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Aug. 2006 |
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NM Medical Reserve Corps Honors Members Service After Hurricane Katrina |
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By: Cohni Acevedo
A year ago, when Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast, the New Mexico Medical Reserve Corps answered its first call to duty. The Medical Reserve Corps, or MRC, is a group of volunteers trained to respond to health emergencies. The MRC re-assembled this week to thank the original team members for their...
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Airdate: Wed., 23 Aug. 2006 |
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New Mexico Public Education Report Card Shows Progress |
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By: Steve Shadley
The second annual report card on New Mexico's public education system shows progress in teaching skills and equity of school resources. But, the study released by Governor Richardson and education officials in Albuquerque yesterday also indicates some areas need improvement.
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Stories from Tue., 22 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Tue., 22 Aug. 2006 |
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Albuquerque's New Look: Increased Recycling, Alternative Fuels and City Vehicles Wrapped in Sandia Sunset Image |
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In front of some West Albuquerque apartment buildings today, Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez announced he wants people who live in apartment complexes to be provided with recycling bins. A new piece of legislation, sponsored by City Councilor Debbie O'Malley, would require apartment complexes of more...
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Airdate: Tue., 22 Aug. 2006 |
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New Mexico Receives Extra Federal Money for Drug Control Efforts |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico has received additional federal funds to combat illegal drug trafficking. U.S. Drug Czar, John Walters, says three counties will share the money in an effort to apprehend narcotics runners and manufacturers in the state.
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Stories from Mon., 21 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Mon., 21 Aug. 2006 |
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UNM Holds Traditional Welcome Back Days for Fall 2006 Semester |
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Fall semester classes started today at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. During the first week UNM hosts various booths focused on student interests. Students, faculty, and staff talk about Welcome Back Days and what the event means to them. Listen Kate Parks is an advisor of a program for...
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Airdate: Mon., 21 Aug. 2006 |
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Globalization and Global Justice Focus of Activist Forum |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Community activist organizations from around the country gathered in Albuquerque this past weekend to discuss the effects of globalization on local communities.
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Airdate: Mon., 21 Aug. 2006 |
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Martineztown Struggles with Heavy Flooding and Governmental Neglect |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico Lieutenant Governor Diane Denish and other elected officials took a tour of Albuquerque's Matineztown yesterday to see flood damage in the area. Residents in the community just east of downtown say they have been struggling with rising waters all summer due to heavy rains.
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Stories from Fri., 18 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Aug. 2006 |
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Study Shows Incumbents Reluctant to Share Political Views |
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By: Renée Blake
As a voter, it is sometimes difficult to determine how to vote because candidates don't always share their views on issues. Project Vote Smart's Rachel Pagliacca says, where the organization used to get responses from candidates years ago, now it is hard to get answers on how candidates feel and how...
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Aug. 2006 |
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Commentary: The Evil Elm |
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By: Chellis Glendinning
What is the number one pest in New Mexico? Aside from drought? Author and Chimayo resident Chellis Glendinning thinks she knows, and she is also pretty sure there is one near you. Chellis Glendinning lives in Chimayo. KUNM welcomes your commentary and feedback at news@kunm.org.
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Aug. 2006 |
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Diverse Organizations Unite To Save Net Neutrality |
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By: Renée Blake
The American Civil Liberties Union, The Christian Coalition of America, Common Cause and Gun Owners of America have found a common objective. These diverse organizations are joined by a former staff member of then-New Mexico Attorney General Jeff Bingaman in their support of net neutrality.
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Airdate: Fri., 18 Aug. 2006 |
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Progressive Groups Hold Training for Future Candidates |
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By: Renée Blake
The Coalition to Take back Our Government, which was formed in the wake of the Bush 2004 presidential victory, is hosting a special training in Albuquerque tomorrow on the nuts and bolts of organizing a political campaign. Martha Dominguez says the coalition has two main goals. One is to change the...
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Stories from Thu., 17 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Aug. 2006 |
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Theater Review: Theater Grottesco's "WENOMADMEN" |
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By: Jim Terr
A new theater production begins is opening in Santa Fe. It's called WENOMADMEN. Reviewer Jim Terr says in the hands of a skilled theater company like Theater Grottesco, even the most stylized, futuristic world can seem startlingly relevant. There’s no theater company around here, that I know of, any...
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Aug. 2006 |
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New Mexico Takes Second Look at Passing Kendra's Law |
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By: Steve Shadley
The one year anniversary of a deadly shooting spree in Albuquerque comes tomorrow, and in the wake of the incident, the political pressure is mounting for approval of new laws to prevent a similar situation from occurring again.
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Aug. 2006 |
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New Website Opens for Water Information |
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By: Renée Blake
A new water Web site was launched Wednesday for the Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority. The site is in addition to the Albuquerque city city at www.cabq.gov/water. This new site is the Water Utility's own site. At www.abcwua.org, people can learn about water conservation, research...
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Aug. 2006 |
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House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi in New Mexico |
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By: Jim Williams
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi brought a Democratic message of change to Albuquerque today. Pelosi spoke at a campaign event for Attorney General Patricia Madrid, who is running against Representative Heather Wilson for the District 1 Congressional Seat.
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Airdate: Thu., 17 Aug. 2006 |
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Only 16 Percent of NM Class of 2006 Thoroughly Prepared for College |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico's high school students continue to struggle to prepare for college. That's the message in numbers released Wednesday by the non-profit ACT, which conducts college admission testing for students in the state.
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Stories from Wed., 16 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Wed., 16 Aug. 2006 |
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Rail Runner Whistle Noise Provokes Complaints |
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By: Steve Shadley
The new Rail Runner Commuter rail service has prompted some neighborhood groups in Albuquerque to complain about noise from train whistles. And, an Albuquerque City Council member believes he has a solution.
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Airdate: Wed., 16 Aug. 2006 |
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Citizen Action Group Claims Sandia Lab Forums Mislead Public |
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By: Renée Blake
Albuquerque has a significant role in nuclear weapons development. But some anti-nuclear advocates feel the city's residents are being left out of the information loop.
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Stories from Tue., 15 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Tue., 15 Aug. 2006 |
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Santa Fe Property Tax Hike Not Sufficient for Adequate Police and Fire Services |
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By: Jim Williams
Santa Fe's police and fire departments may see an increase in funding for personnel in coming months. The city's finance committee voted last night to approve a property tax increase to raise the money. But the plan is less than what Mayor David Coss requested, and many, including Coss, say it won't...
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Airdate: Tue., 15 Aug. 2006 |
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Cheney Fundraising Visit to NM Raises Questions of Cost to Taxpayers |
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By: Steve Shadley
Vice President Cheney is in New Mexico this afternoon attending a private Republican fundraiser in Roswell.
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Airdate: Tue., 15 Aug. 2006 |
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Mexico's Other Campaign: The Zapatistas National Movement |
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By: Kent Paterson
Mexico's presidential election has been dominating the news lately from south of the border. But virtually ignored by the press is another development that proposes radical change outside the political system. Kent Paterson files this report on a movement launched by the Zapatista National Liberation...
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Airdate: Tue., 15 Aug. 2006 |
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Interview Part ll: Author Martha Burk - Cult of Power |
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By: Renée Blake
In her book, "Cult of Power," Corrales author Martha Burk introduces us to a prestigious private golf club that excludes women. She also tells the story of a New Mexico newswoman who is left out when her male colleagues leave to play golf with the boss during business hours. This afternoon, Renee Blake...
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Stories from Mon., 14 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Aug. 2006 |
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UNM Experts Critcize U.S. Mass Media Perspective on Cuban Situation |
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By: Kent Paterson
In both English and Spanish, the mass media have devoted considerable coverage in recent days to the illness of Cuban leader Fidel Castro. Despite the avalanche of Cuba stories, some might question if Americans are getting a balanced picture of what is really happening in Cuba. Two University of New...
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Aug. 2006 |
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Interview Part l: Martha Burk Author of Cult of Power: Sex Discrimination in Corporate America and What Can Be Done About It |
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By: Renée Blake
When is golf not just a sport on a green? When it is connected with the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta Georgia, a "mens' only" course. In "Cult of Power," Corrales author Martha Burk talks with Renee Blake about how one association impacts numerous sectors of society.
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Airdate: Mon., 14 Aug. 2006 |
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APS Officials Release More Information About School Bond Issue |
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By: Steve Shadley
Officials with New Mexico's largest school district are releasing more details about a proposed property tax increase to fund school construction in Albuquerque. Voters will decide the fate of the multi-million dollar plan for Albuquerque public Schools...or APS... in a special bond election on September...
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Stories from Sun., 13 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Sun., 13 Aug. 2006 |
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Anti-Hate-Crime Forum Held in Santa Fe |
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By: Jim Williams
About 50 people gathered last night in Santa Fe for the latest in a series of anti-hate-crime dialogues. The forum focused on crimes against the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender, or G-L-B-T community. As Jim Williams reports, while it was an opportunity for many to share their feelings and...
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Stories from Fri., 11 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Fri., 11 Aug. 2006 |
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Public Speaks Out on Prospective Projects at LANL |
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By: Kelly MacNeil
Three hearings were held this week near Los Alamos to solicit public comment on the future of the Los Alamos National Laboratory. Dozens of people took the opportunity to speak out against one of the lab's projects - production of nuclear weapons. Kelly MacNeil attended last night's hearing in Santa...
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Airdate: Fri., 11 Aug. 2006 |
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State Judge Hynes Under Scrutiny for Ethnic Remark |
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By: Steve Shadley
State Judge Thomas Hynes is under scrutiny for making a remark about a defendant's ethnicity during a sentencing hearing in Aztec, New Mexico this week.
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Airdate: Fri., 11 Aug. 2006 |
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NM Homeland Security Director Comments on Alert Status |
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By: Renée Blake
As the investigation in the United Kingdom continues regarding the foiled alleged terror plot in London, New Mexico's Department of Homeland Security is speaking to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other state homeland security departments several times a day. New Mexico's Homeland Security...
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Airdate: Fri., 11 Aug. 2006 |
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Recently Deceased Sculptor Luis Jimenez Honored at NHCC on Saturday |
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ALbuquerque art groups and UNM's Department of Fine Arts will host a celebration of the life and works of Luis Jimenez tomorrow. Jimenez was famous for brightly colored fiberglass sculptures of primarily Hispanic and southwestern themes. He died this June when a sculpture he was working on crushed him...
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Stories from Thu., 10 Aug. 2006
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Hearings Held on Potential Plutonium "Pit" Production at LANL |
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By: Kelly MacNeil
The U.S. House subcommittee on energy appropriations is resisting spending money on a new building at Los Alamos National Labs. The building will house renewed production of plutonium pits, at least until the year 2022. "Pits" is the name scientists use for the triggers of nuclear bombs. But is the building...
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Airdate: Thu., 10 Aug. 2006 |
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Madrid Says She Cooperated with FBI in Vigil Case |
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By: Jim Williams
State Attorney General Patricia Madrid's office has released a statement saying Madrid did cooperate with FBI officials in 2000 to allow the federal investigation into corruption in the then-state treasurer Robert Vigil's office.
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Airdate: Thu., 10 Aug. 2006 |
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Flight Restrictions on Most Carry-On Liquids |
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By: Renée Blake
You won't be able to carry your water or soda or make-up foundation aboard planes leaving from the Albuquerque Sunport today. An organge security alert has placed new restrictions on carry-on baggage.
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Airdate: Thu., 10 Aug. 2006 |
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NM Airports Under Orange Alert Due To Terrorist Plot in Great Britain |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico's two major airports have stepped-up security and are under an "Orange Alert" this afternoon following the exposure of a terrorism plot in Great Britain.
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Airdate: Thu., 10 Aug. 2006 |
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Albuquerque Public Library Starts Book Roundup Grace Period; Then...Overdue Fines |
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By: Renée Blake
The Albuquerque Public Library is about to start something new. Overdue fines. Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez says not charging fines is costing the taxpayers money and reading pleasure. Listen Julia Clarke, Acting Director of the library says returning books could mean more opportunities for people...
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Stories from Wed., 9 Aug. 2006
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State Senator Carraro Chairs Committee at State Governments Council |
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By: Renée Blake
Beginning tomorrow, The Council of State Governments – West will be meeting in Breckenridge, Colorado. New Mexico State Senator Joe Carraro will Chair the Transportation and Trade Committee. The focus of this meeting will be the movement of people and goods throughout the western states. NAFTA and...
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Aug. 2006 |
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Anti-Hate Crime Roundtable Convenes Tomorrow in Santa Fe |
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By: Jim Williams
After the brutal beating of yet another gay person in New Mexico a week and a half ago, community leaders are gathering once again to open a dialogue on hate crimes in the state. RSVPs are required to attend the roundtable: Contact Debra Oliver at 505-983-3344.
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Aug. 2006 |
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Book Review: The Defining Moment: FDR’s Hundred Days and the Triumph of Hope |
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By: Jim Terr
The use of the term, “the first hundred days” -- the practice of evaluating a president by what he’s able to accomplish in that period of time, in his honeymoon period with the Congress and the people who elected him -- began with President Franklin Roosevelt’s first hundred days in office. Until I...
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Aug. 2006 |
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Interview: Soldier and Filmmaker Mike Moriarty of "The War Tapes" |
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By: Renée Blake
The War Tapes is a documentary of the war in Iraq through the eyes of three soldiers carrying cameras. The idea originated with producer Deborah Scranton of New Hampshire. Renee Blake talked with one of the soldier/filmakers, Mike Moriarty.
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Aug. 2006 |
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Advocacy Group Challenges Chamber of Commerce Support of Heather Wilson |
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By: Cohni Acevedo
A community advocacy group is challenging the U.S. Chamber of Commerce over recent ads in support of Heather Wilson.
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Airdate: Wed., 9 Aug. 2006 |
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Public Meetings Held on Designated Areas for Off-Road Vehicles |
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By: Steve Shadley
The use of off-road vehicles will be limited to designated areas of the national forests across the U.S. under new federal rules. And, tonight Santa Fe National Forest officials are holding a public meeting to explain the program.
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Stories from Tue., 8 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Tue., 8 Aug. 2006 |
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Albuquerque Motorists: Slow Down and Stop for School Children! |
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By: Steve Shadley
Albuquerque Public School students return to the classroom next week and the police department says it is increasing security in school zones.
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Airdate: Tue., 8 Aug. 2006 |
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Ceremonial Peace-Tree Planted at Capitol in Santa Fe |
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By: Jim Williams
Santa Fe Peace Tree Planting This weekend marked the Eighth Annual Peace Day with events in Santa Fe and Los Alamos. Hundreds gathered again in New Mexico for observances that coincide with the sixty-first anniversary of the U-S atomic bombing of Hiroshima. At a “peace-tree”-planting at the capitol,...
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Stories from Mon., 7 Aug. 2006
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Teachers Speak Out on Failing Report Card for Albuquerque Public Schools |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Debate has escalated regarding whether public schools are making the grade in Albuquerque. The Albuquerque Journal recently ran a headline that read: "83 Albuquerque Public Schools Fail Tests." But not all teachers and educators at Albuquerque Public Schools agree with the assessment. Danny Hernandez...
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Airdate: Mon., 7 Aug. 2006 |
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Navajo Nation Holds Primary Election for Tribal President |
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By: Steve Shadley
Voters go to the polls on the Navajo Nation today to select candidates for tribal president. There are ten challengers running in the primary with two nominees advancing to the November general election.
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Stories from Fri., 4 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Fri., 4 Aug. 2006 |
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Monsoon Season Helps Farmers Bounce Back from Drought |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico farmers and ranchers say the recent heavy rains are helping them to avoid a major financial crisis this summer. State Agriculture Director Miley Gonzalez says the active monsoon season has helped most growers bounce back from the longstanding drought. Listen Gonzalez says the question now...
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Airdate: Fri., 4 Aug. 2006 |
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Commentary: I Befriend Undocumented Immigrants |
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By: Chellis Glendinning
The debate over immigration reform is cooling off as a compromise bill appears unlikely from Congress this year. But Chimayo resident and author Chellis Glendinning says the conversation should continue about the people behind the debate. KUNM welcomes your commentaries and feedback: email us at news@kunm.org....
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Airdate: Fri., 4 Aug. 2006 |
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Three-time Candidate for Nobel Peace Prize Visits New Mexico |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Kathy Kelly is the co-founder of Voices in the Wilderness, a non-profit peace organization devoted to ending economic and military sanctions against Iraq. The three-time Nobel Peace Prize candidate will be visiting the Land of Enchantment this weekend. More information on the Peace Day events this weekend...
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Stories from Thu., 3 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Aug. 2006 |
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Commentary: The Long Range Prospects for Peace |
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By: Ron Briley
As Israeli bombs pound Lebanon and Hezbollah rockets continue to rain down upon Israel, the Bush Administration supports Israel's claim that a ceasefire is premature. Nevertheless, growing international pressure after the killing of more than 60 people in the bombing of Qana may force Israel to relent....
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Albuquerque Girl Donates Contest Winnings to Wilderness Protection Groups |
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By: Kelly MacNeil
An Albuquerque girl has won a spot in a nationwide model search - and this morning at the Rio Grande Nature Center, she used it to highlight the need for wilderness protection in New Mexico.
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Aug. 2006 |
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Drug Cartel Violence Plagues Alcapulco Coastal Area |
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By: Kent Paterson
Usually known for their sunny beaches and carefree lifestyles, the Mexican Pacific resorts of Alcapulco and Zihuatanejo are undergoing trying times. A wave of violence linked to border drug cartels is wreaking havoc on the cities, transforming them into the southern front of a mafia war some say has...
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Aug. 2006 |
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Foundation Advocates School Voucher Program for Foster Children |
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By: Steve Shadley
A non-partisan foundation is urging state lawmakers to approve a $2,500,000 school voucher program for foster children in New Mexico.
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Aug. 2006 |
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Albuquerque Hydrologist Seeks to Acquire Rights to "Pre-Evaporated" Rio Grande Water |
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By: Jim Williams
A Albuquerque hydrologist is continuing his battle to acquire nearly 373,000 acre-feet of water from the rio grande. William Turner is a water broker with the Water Bank, an organization that buys and sells water rights. Turner's quest for the Rio Grande water began in 2003. He argues that water that...
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Aug. 2006 |
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Seven NM Tribal Police Departments Receive Increase in Funding |
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By: Jim Williams
Seven Native American police departments in New Mexico will be receiving 1.1 million dollars this year from the U.S. Department of Justice, a 12 percent increase over last year.
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Airdate: Thu., 3 Aug. 2006 |
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Palestinian and Israeli Girls Meet in NM Creativity for Peace Camp |
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By: Paul Ingles
The crisis in the Middle East is having a particular ripple effect here in New Mexico...in the foothills of the Sangre de Christo Mountains in Glorietta. That’s where you’ll find the Creativity for Peace Camp. The campers are teenage girls – Palestinians, and Israeli Jews and Arabs -- learning how...
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Stories from Wed., 2 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Wed., 2 Aug. 2006 |
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Mayor Chavez Endorses Patricia Madrid in District One House Race |
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By: Steve Shadley
The race for New Mexico's first congressional district took a new turn today. Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez has announced his endorsement of Democrat Patricia Madrid saying she is better suited to represent the state on Capitol Hill than Republican incumbent Heather Wilson. Listen The mayor says...
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Stories from Tue., 1 Aug. 2006
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Airdate: Tue., 1 Aug. 2006 |
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Bingaman Opposes Linking Minimum Wage Legislation wirh Estate Tax Repeal |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico Senator Jeff Bingaman says he plans to vote against a hike in the federal minimum wage while Senator Pete Domenici vows to vote in favor of the plan. Bingaman says he is not supportive because of a companion measure that would reduce the estate tax. Bingaman made that announcement today during...
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Airdate: Tue., 1 Aug. 2006 |
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Recent Rains Make July 2006 a Record for Precipitation |
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By: Jim Williams
Storms earlier this week dropped as much as an inch and three quarters of rain on the Albuquerque area, and that means that July 2006 ranked as the wettest at the Albuquerque International Sunport since 1931, when official records started being collected. Dave Scheibe is a Hydro-Meteorogical Technician...
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Airdate: Tue., 1 Aug. 2006 |
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Bingaman Blames House for Impasse on Immigration Reform |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico Senator Jeff Bingaman says it appears immigration reform legislation will not be approved by Congress before the mid-term elections in November. And, he is blaming leadership in the House.
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Airdate: Tue., 1 Aug. 2006 |
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US Attorney General Gonzalez Speaks with Richardson on Immigration |
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By: Jim Williams
Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez has paid a visit to New Mexico for a series of meetings. Gonzalez discussed immigration with Governor Bill Richardson yesterday morning in Santa Fe. From the capitol, Jim Williams reports.
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