Federal wolf plan faces setback over unsettled science
An independent peer review panel found the government’s claim of a separate eastern wolf and the removal of gray wolves from the endangered list insufficiently supported. The review questions genetics based evidence and cautions the plan could delay decisions amid a heated debate on wolf recovery across the Lower 48.
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Senate panel OKs minimum wage increase in NM
The New Mexico Senate Rules Committee backed a constitutional amendment to raise the minimum wage to 8.30 per hour next year with automatic inflation increases. The measure moves to another committee and would go before voters in November if approved, bypassing the governor. Supporters say it helps workers. opponents warn of impact on small rural businesses.
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Susana Martinez
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New Mexico Marijuana Legalization Measure Delayed in Senate
State briefs report a stalled effort to place a recreational marijuana amendment before voters for 21 plus personal use. The stalled debate occurred as lawmakers clashed over wage and election issues, with sponsor Sen. Gerald Ortiz y Pino hoping for next week action before February 20.
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Drone Crash at White Sands During Holloman Training
An unmanned QF-4 drone from Holloman Air Force Base crashed at White Sands National Monument during a training mission. The monument remains closed as investigators assess the incident. no cause is known. The drone belonged to Detachment 1 of the 82nd Aerial Targets Squadron under the 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group.
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White Sands National Monument
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Woman Beaten and Wallet Stolen At Hahn Avenue Incident
Police report a woman was beaten at Hahn Avenue and McGaffey Street with her wallet, keys, and a 2013 Ford four door rented from Enterprise stolen. The vehicle was recovered and returned to the rental company.
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