NMFA audit fraud case grows as officials face charges
A forensic audit is ordered as state authorities investigate forged NMFA audits. CEO May and controller Campbell, among others, allegedly falsified financial statements to mimic audited reports. Investigators say outside auditors did not hold the required exit conference. Duff and Campbell were arrested on fraud charges after procurement of forged documents. A full probe seeks any missing NMFA funds.
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Oil and gas taxes shape New Mexico county budget debate
County commissioners debate oil and gas tax revenue with Deputy Commissioner Dick Taylor noting public lands rules and with concerns from Commissioner James Duffey about jobs moving to Texas. Greg Nibert cites 40 percent of state spending tied to oil and gas while counties seek funds for courthouse and dam projects. The meeting also covers alley vacations, a purchasing policy change, and a National Guard plaque for sheriff’s department members.
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New Mexico
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Salaries Portal Debate Hits Legislature and Online Posting
The measure to add classified employee salary names stalled in the Legislature. Union leaders warn of hard feelings and security risks from listing departments online. Some names were removed for safety, while officials say pay data is public and available elsewhere. The Sunshine Portal ruling limited posting but public data may appear on other sites.
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Albuquerque
Governor's Office
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Sunshine Portal
RPD appoints two school resource officers amid roster changes
The RPD reports staff shortages earlier this year have eased with two officers assigned to schools, boosting the school resource program. Cheremiah and Lopez bring 15 and two decades of service respectively, with training from the National Association of School Resource Officers and a focus on student safety and life skills.
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Tafoya Receives Severe Prison Terms in Murder Case
Tafoya was sentenced to life in prison for first degree murder with 30 years minimum plus additional terms for attempted murder tampering and firearm possession. A second degree murder bill proposed by State Rep Antonia Maestas seeks nine year minimum and up to 20 year maximum penalties.
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Antonia “Moe” Maestas
Albuquerque
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Drought Shows Signs of Leveling Off Across Regions
The NOAA forecast says drought may ease slightly in parts of the Southwest and a corridor from South Dakota to southern Indiana, with rain not enough to end drought. Illinois and Iowa show some improvement, while Kansas and Nebraska see worsening drought conditions. overall U.S. drought remains around 61.8 percent with 24.14 percent in extreme stages.
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Illinois
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