Albuquerque refines lapel camera policy amid clashes
Albuquerque plans a new lapel camera policy next year to ease strict rules that critics say hinder compliance. The move follows a DOJ agreement after 40+ officer shootings since 2010 and a patchwork of disputes between Police Chief Gordon Eden and the Independent Review Officer over camera use.
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George I Sanchez spotlighted in new biography
Biographer Carlos Blanton presents George I Sanchez as a central yet overlooked Civil Rights figure. Born 1906 in Albuquerque, Sanchez advanced from teacher to Bernalillo County schools chief, challenging biased IQ testing of Latinos and American Indians and shaping New Mexico education policy.
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NMBD supervisor files whistleblower suit in NM
SANTA FE AP A New Mexico Health Department supervisor claims retaliation after criticizing understaffing in the Health Facility and Licensing Certification Bureau she once led Her lawyers say she was demoted after raising concerns about staff shortages in reviewing health care facilities and Medicaid funded sites The department cites policy against discussing personnel matters and litigation The whistleblower suit also accuses officials of delaying full time hires and spending on private contractors at rates higher than state employees risking improper facility certification
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Willie Nelson to headline Hobbs Road Trip concert series
Country legend Willie Nelson will perform January 2 at the Lea County Events Center in Hobbs as part of the Hobbs Road Trip Concert Series. The 81 year old icon, known for music acting and farm aid activism, joins a lineup that has included Chris Isaak and Foreigner. Tickets are on sale at hobbsroadtrip.com.
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California prepares migrant driver licenses rollout
California readies to issue licenses to unauthorized immigrants starting January 2. Advocates caution those with prior false name or stolen Social Security numbers or deportation orders to seek legal advice before applying, citing possible fraud investigations. Officials aim to reduce wait times and failure rates by boosting staff, updating study materials, and holding 180 applicant workshops.
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