Commissioners tour jail amid $15.1 million makeover
Chaves County officials inspect a $15.1 million renovation of the Adult Detention Center as capacity rises from 267 to 400 and a new 40 bed pod for women is added. The project aims to keep the jail operational 24/7 through interior and exterior updates, with completion expected in August 2015.
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New Energy Economy challenges PNM on coal plant costs
The Albuquerque group says PNM understates future customer charges by omitting over 500 million dollars in ongoing capital costs and environmental/decommissioning expenses tied to shutting part of a northwestern New Mexico coal plant. It argues the plan shifts risk from shareholders to ratepayers and relies too much on coal and gas over renewables.
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Bernalillo County ends immigration check inmate holds
Bernalillo County will not detain inmates at the Metropolitan Detention Center while awaiting immigration checks if there is no other custody order after bail. County Attorney Randy Autio cites national court rulings and notes ICE will be notified if a release order exists. County officials diverge on the policy change with some urging caution. Dona Ana County recently adopted a similar approach.
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Smyth Retires After 19 Years With Roswell Daily Record
Georgene Smyth ends a 19 year tenure as a Roswell daily carrier and former circulation manager who took over a route after a carrier's heart attack and continued serving through a fall and recovery. She now volunteers at her church and remains active in community service.
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Albuquerque Mayor Vetoes Marijuana Ballot Measure
Albuquerque Mayor Richard Berry vetoed a Friday ballot measure to decriminalize marijuana possession and raise taxes, citing conflicts with state and federal law and his opposition to the tax hike. The veto mirrors a clash over cannabis reform between city leadership and state policies.
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