Lawmaker pushes bill that would make hazing a crime in New Mexico
537 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – As the end of the legislative session quickly approaches, one lawmaker is pushing to pass a bill that would make hazing a crime. The bill comes nearly a year after one New Mexico university was involved in a hazing scandal.
New Mexico lawmakers move forward with idea to make an office of gun violence prevention
685 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Tuesday, January 30, a committee of lawmakers moved forward with a bill to create a state office dedicated to gun violence prevention. The idea still has a long way to go before turning into official law, but the move represents a step that has been years in the making.
Failing the Grade: New Mexico hospital rated ‘below average’ in national survey
567 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –”It was not only shocking, it’s really disappointing.” That was the reaction of University of New Mexico Hospital CEO Kate Becker after the hospital received a failing grade in a recent hospital safety review.
Roundhouse Roundup: Progress so far, climate-focused economic development
672 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The 2024 lawmaking session is a short one. Politicians only have a total of 30 days to get their work done. And so far, a lot of the high-priority bills haven’t made it very far through the process. Wednesday, January 31, lawmakers will continue putting more effort into […]
New Mexico families now eligible to claim new child tax credit
517 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Tax filing season is here, and starting this year, New Mexico families will be able to claim a new child tax credit that ranges from $25 to $600 per qualifying child.
Roundhouse Roundup: Cybersecurity, homelessness-focused government division
654 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Monday, lawmakers are back to work with a list of bills to discuss in committee meetings. Among those on the agenda are a bill to boost cybersecurity in the state and a bill aiming to set up a government division to address homelessness.
New Mexico State Police arrest 24 in ‘Operation Alien Town Takedown’
658 Views CHAVES COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officers arrested 24 people in a Chaves County warrant round-up operation dubbed “Operation Alien Town Takedown.” In just one week, officers took felons, drugs, and firearms off the streets of Roswell.
New Mexico lawmakers make renewed push to create state school board
549 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A bill to overhaul the state’s education system is moving forward at the Roundhouse. The Senate Rules Committee unanimously approved Senate Joint Resolution 9 which would replace the Public Education Commission with a state school board.
Electric vehicle chargers coming to Curry County
570 Views CURRY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Curry County announced that two locations will have electric chargers for the public starting in March. In partnership with Xcel Energy, the charging stations will be in the parking lot at 801 Main Street and the parking lot at the intersection of 7th and Mitchell Street in Clovis.
Stargazing events you won’t want to miss in 2024
494 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Last year, many New Mexicans got lucky enough to catch a unique “ring of fire” view of the sun as an annular eclipse’s path of annularity crossed directly through the state. If you were not able to see it, don’t worry; there are more astronomical events to look forward to in 2024.
