Former New Mexico lawmaker charged in Santa Ana Pueblo housing fund theft caseFormer state Rep. Sandra Jeff and her sister, Sharilene Jeff, face federal charges alleging theft of hundreds of thousands of dollars from a Santa Ana Pueblo tribal housing program.Albuquerque Journal12d agoWhole story →BuildJusticetribal housing fund theft case
City Council passes bill to make traffic safety faster and cheaperCity Council on Wednesday passed an ordinance to prioritize immediacy in a mission that has seemed out of reach over the past decade: making Albuquerque’s streets substantially safer for pedestrians and cyclists. Councilors voted unanimously to pass the “Quick Build” ordinance, an amendment to the city’s Complete Streets Ordinance. The amendment directs…Albuquerque Journal25d agoWhole story →BuildJusticealbuquerque traffic safety ordinance
Opinion: From scarcity to abundanceAlbuquerque Mayor Tim Keller argues New Mexico must shift from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance, leveraging the state's $70 billion fund to invest in housing, education, and community growth.Albuquerque Journal1mo agoWhole story →EducationBuildTim Keller
Mayor signs law to inspect vacant Downtown Albuquerque buildings after Lindy's Diner collapseMayor Tim Keller has signed an amended ordinance requiring annual inspections of vacant buildings in Downtown Albuquerque, a move prompted by the collapse of Lindy's Diner. Property owners must register vacant buildings and pay fees or face daily fines.Albuquerque Journal3mo agoWhole story →BuildTim Kelleralbuquerque vacant building ordinance
NM governor candidates cool on $250 rebate proposal, favor longDemocratic and Republican candidates for New Mexico governor are lukewarm on Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's $250 rebate plan, with Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull both calling for more lasting financial relief for residents.Albuquerque Journal3mo agoWhole story →BuildEconomyMichelle Lujan Grishamnew mexico governor race
