NM Drivers Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Stirs Debate
Rally supporters say driver’s licenses aid insured驾驶, aid law enforcement safety data, and curb fraud. Critics note isolated fraud cases and cite a study finding little impact on uninsured rates. New Mexico has issued over 80,000 licenses to foreigners since 2003 amid ongoing legal challenges over residency verification.
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New Mexico State University Finance and Business Law
New Mexico
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Utah
Police discuss charging teen as adult in Roswell incident
Solis notes decision rests with the District Attorney and defers on school metal detectors. He emphasizes proactive police work and praises the victim for her conduct, saying her response could have worsened the situation.
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Chief named for correctional dept after third appointment
The Department of Corrections appoints a new chief as a third chief in four months. Solis says he would stay in Santa Fe if possible and continues to plan strategy while daily operations run at facilities. Deputy Chief Brad McFadden serves as acting chief until Solis returns September 14.
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Roswell-Record
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Rebels push toward Bani Walid amid resistance from loyalists
Rebel Col Abdullah Hussein Salem says Bani Walid hosts a small but armed pro-Gaddafi force. Loyalists use fear to deter surrender as NATO backed clashes continue elsewhere. Moussa Ibrahim reportedly remains in town as talks collapse over weapon disarmament.
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Rebels press Libyan town stalemate as Bani Walid looms
Rebels extend surrender deadline to Saturday for Sirte and loyalist pockets, while avoiding an intertribal clash. Ismail al Gitani says they will enter Bani Walid only with Warfala invitation, threatening retaliation if attacked. Warfala estimated near 1 million strong. Negotiations stalled. aid and a field hospital prepared 40 miles away for potential fighting.
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Roswell Symphony Club Nurtures Education With Concert Season
The Roswell Symphony Club begins its 51st season with educational programs for children and a multicultural chamber series. Musicians travel from Albuquerque Santa Fe Lubbock Amarillo and other cities within 200 miles to perform. The organization started in 1959 and held its first concerts in 1960 at Pearson Auditorium.
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el Paso
Portales
Alamogordo
New Mexico Military Institutes
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Roswell Museum and Art Center
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Roswell Labor Day Pops Concert in the Park
The event thanks Roswell for support with a petting zoo in the afternoon before the concert. Children and adults meet musicians, talk about instruments, and try playing them as about five hundred fans attend the Southeast New Mexico show.
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Roswell
Markets await clarity as jobs data loom for U.S. economy
Economists warn of continued weak hiring keeping growth muted. Global markets fell with Japan’s Nikkei 225 down 2 percent, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng off 2.2 percent, and Korea’s Kospi down 4 percent amid fears of recession.
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Three Fires Burn in Carson National Forest Taos Area
Three fires burn in Carson National Forest with one small lightning caused blaze in Taos area now 100 percent contained after burning 27 acres three miles southwest of Vallecitos. Hondo Canyon Complex near Canon Plaza 75 acres with 50 percent containment. Roybal Springs fire nine miles west of Tres Piedras at 25 percent containment after 75 acres. All in steep rugged terrain. none threatening nearby communities.
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Canon Plaza
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Tres Piedras
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