I am writing today to announce the closure of the New Mexico Independent. After three and a half years of operation in New Mexico, the board of the American Independent News Network, has decided to shift publication of its news…
While environmental activists played their part yesterday during demonstrations at the capitol building, going so far as to dress up as solar panels and to sing the tune of “You Are My Sunshine,” their counterparts, the anti-cap-and-trade contingency who has…
Roughly one quarter of University of New Mexico students are unimpressed with the state’s flagship public school, according to a survey that questioned college students about their higher education experiences.
Incumbent Democrat Manuel Gonzales and Republican Dan Houston will face off in November’s general election after having won Tuesday’s primary elections for Bernalillo County sheriff. Houston defeated William Kurth in the Republican primary while Gonzales leads a seven-way Democratic primary.…
We’re a little late to the game on this, but over the holiday weekend, “America’s Toughest Sheriff,” Joe Arpaio, endorsed Bernalillo County sheriff candidate Dan Houston. Joe Arpaio is a hero to some—including the staunchest anti-immigration forces in…
It’s hard to say how this story makes anybody look good: On Friday, Bernalillo County Sheriff Manny Gonzales arrested one of his primary opponents, 24 year-old Joshua Timberman, after a bench warrant was issued for a speeding ticket in Santa…
Bernalillo County Sheriff Darren White is resigning his position effective November 30. White was appointed Albuquerque chief public safety officer by Albuquerque mayor-elect Richard Berry last month. The Bernalillo County Commission will appoint a new sheriff who will…
