Radiation release at WIPP traced to safety culture erosion
A federal report blames poor management maintenance and training lapses for the underground Waste Isolation Pilot Plant radiation release in southeastern New Mexico. The findings cite a bungled emergency response and a faulty safety culture at the site near Carlsbad, with implications for workers and the surrounding community.
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Albuquerque
New Mexico
Nance
Carlsbad
WIPP
Steve Pearce
District 2
Pearce
DOE
Roswell police investigate midday south Main shooting death
Police responded to a shooting on South Main Street in Roswell where one unidentified man was found dead. Detectives treat the case as homicide and have not yet identified or charged a suspect as traffic on South Main was halted. Police urge tips to 624-6770 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-594-8477.
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South Roswell
South Main Street
Sabrina Morales
Roswell
Police Department
Judge Denies Defense Bid in Martinez Email Case
U.S. District Judge William Johnson refused Jamie Estrada’s requests for documents on the Martinez administration's casino lease at the state fairgrounds and reactions to leaked emails. Estrada, charged with intercepting campaign emails and making false statements, faces a July 15 trial date as defense claims seek nonessential materials.
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Albuquerque
Susana Martinez
Martinez
U.S
William Johnson
Jamie Estrada
State Fairgrounds
Estrada
Mation
Johnson
Fairgrounds
Richardson seeks District 54 seat in state House
Pam V Richardson a Republican from north Eddy County announces her candidacy for New Mexico House District 54. She notes District 54 includes Eddy County Artesia and Carlsbad and highlights her community service and business background to represent southeast New Mexico.
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Pam V. Richardson
New Mexico
House of Representatives
Richardson
North Eddy County
Bill Gray
Artesia
Eddy County
Carlsbad
Republican Party
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