Winter Storm Hits New Mexico Slows Unm University
A winter storm forced UNM to cancel classes and closed Bernalillo County courts while a Santa Fe Christmas tree lighting was postponed. Weather service foresees bitter cold with many areas hitting subzero temps and light snow totals of one to two inches across most of the state.
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Winter Weather Advisory Guidance From NWS Albuquerque
The NWS Albuquerque issues winter storm tips for safety in extreme cold. Advice includes covering the mouth, avoiding overexertion while shoveling, staying dry, watching for frostbite and hypothermia, and checking road conditions via nmroads com and 511. Drivers are urged to slow down, wear seat belts, and avoid texting. Stay prepared with emergency kits including food water blankets and a flashlight. West of Roswell toward Ruidoso crews warn of more snowfall.
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Budget Forecast Shows $254 Million New Money For Programs
The Legislative Finance Committee reports about 254 million in new money for the next year to fund programs and reverse budget cuts or offset tax cuts. About 50 million goes to future pension changes, with 50 million more needed for July 2012 pension contributions unless law changes.
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Court weighs Hispanic district plan in New Mexico redistricting
The trial debates whether a plan moving about 250000 residents into new districts meets one-person one-vote standards. LULAC argues for a Hispanic majority in the southern and south central region, which could swing the GOP 2nd District toward Democrats. Current demographics show Hispanics at 46 percent of the state population and significant shares in the 1st 2nd and 3rd districts.
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Eurozone crisis deepens as S&P warns downgrades loom
Analysts say rescue funds are billions but lack a clear growth roadmap and long term funding solutions. S&P placed 15 euro area nations on notice for possible downgrades after trading fell and ECB intervention looms. European leaders seek stricter fiscal rules while markets await Thursday’s summit actions.
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