New Mexico Senate Leader Wirth Eyes Tax Reforms Amid Budget Strain
Santa Fe as Peter Wirth, a mild mannered mediator and next Senate majority leader, leads Democratic efforts to avert a budget crisis. He signals possible tax tweaks and new revenues while facing GOP opposition and a deepening revenue gap. He cites potential gas taxes or legalized recreational marijuana as possible avenues, with Republicans wary of liberal priorities.
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NMSP joins zero fatality Interstate 40 drive initiative
New Mexico State Police joined the Interstate 40 Challenge Drive to Zero Fatalities during Thanksgiving weekend. Sgt. Elizabeth Armijo said increased patrols aimed to cut crashes and boost safety on I 40 and across districts. Officers issued about 3,800 traffic citations and 36 drunk drivers were arrested. 91 crashes occurred with one fatality. Commercial Vehicle Enforcement issued 300 CV citations and over 700 inspections.
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Christmas decorations theft reported in local incident
Police blotter notes stolen Christmas decorations and related items. Public arrest records may appear in the blotter, with charges not implying conviction. Readers urged to submit court documents to retract information if charges are dropped.
Police Blotter Dropped Charge and Local Thefts in Roswell
Arrests Mario R. Vigil, 45, of Jackson Drive, charged with possession of a controlled substance after police say he had a white crystalline substance. Larceny report from Hall Drive cites theft of Christmas lights, a Wi Fi plug in, and a box of staples from a residence.
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New Mexico to sworn in early Secretary of State
Maggie Toulouse Oliver will take the oath Friday as NM elects a new Secretary of State to replace temporary appointee Brad Winter, who has led the office for the past year. The Democrat was elected to complete the term of Dianna Durand, who resigned in 2015 amid embezzlement and money laundering charges. Albuquerque Councilor Winter had served under Governor Martinez.
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