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New Mexico Holocaust Museum hit by vandalism

Museum executive director Leon Natker told the Albuquerque Journal the large window of the downtown Albuquerque museum was shattered. Behind…

August 5, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Albuquerque zoo to partially reopen after pandemic closure

Outdoor exhibitis of the ABQ BioPark Zoo will reopen Aug. 12 but indoor facilities such as the reptile and crocodile…

August 5, 2020 • The Associated Press

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New Mexico man convicted of killing girl loses appeal bid

Tom Begaye Jr. was sentenced in 2017 to life in prison with no possibility of parole after he pleaded guilty…

August 5, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Oil refinery in Gallup planning to close by end of this year

Albuquerque TV station KRQE reports Marathon Petroleum, which owns the oil refinery and employs about 220 people, told workers of…

August 5, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Judiciary weighs challenge to New Mexico stay-at-home order

Oral arguments were scheduled for Tuesday in the case pitting Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham against business owners who have…

August 4, 2020 • MORGAN LEE

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Herrell picked up endorsement ex-Democratic congressman

Former U.S. Rep. Harry Teague, who once held Torres Small’s seat, said Tuesday he is backing Yvette Herrell in November.…

August 4, 2020 • Associated Press

Associated Press New Mexico

Democrat for U.S. Senate releases ad around dad’s cancer fight

In this 2019, file photo, Rep. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., speaks as House Democrats hold a news conference in Washington.…

August 4, 2020 • Herald Staff Writer

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Prosecutor wants to try juvenile as adult in New Mexico athlete’s death

basketball star shot dead at social gathering

August 4, 2020 • MORGAN LEE

Associated Press New Mexico

U.S. House candidates distancing from Cowboys for Trump leader

Griffin: Some Black athletes should ‘go back to Africa’

August 4, 2020 • RUSSELL CONTRERAS

Arts and Entertainment

Drive-in in New Mexico offering vintage feel amid COVID-19

These days, they head to the outdoor movie theater with Ortiz’s grandson, Seth Gomez. On a recent Friday night, the…

August 1, 2020 • HANNAH LAGA ABRAM

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Business

New Mexico restaurant in sign flap gets permit suspended

The Farmington Daily Times reports the New Mexico Environment Department suspended the food service permit last week for the Country…

July 30, 2020 • The Associated Press

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New Mexico forester lifts fire restrictions due to monsoons

The restrictions had been in place since mid-May for all nonmunicipal, nonfederal and nontribal lands. McCarthy urged people to still…

July 25, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Hospital CEO sues for wrongful termination amid pandemic

The lawsuit by David Conejo and his hospital management company takes aim at the board chairwoman and medical staff members…

July 24, 2020 • The Associated Press

Associated Press New Mexico

N.M. governor opts for online start to school year

State public education officials initially proposed a hybrid plan combining in-person classroom time with remote online learning, but the governor…

July 24, 2020 • SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN

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New Mexico forests lift campfire bans as monsoons crank up

Officials with the Lincoln and Gila national forests cited the onset of monsoons as the reason for rescinding fire restrictions…

July 23, 2020 • The Associated Press

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New Mexico AG to review shooting death of mentally ill woman

The Albuquerque Journal reported Wednesday that Attorney General Hector Balderas said the family of Elisha Lucero asked him to take…

July 23, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Regional News

Navajo Nation will extend closure of government offices

Divisions, departments and offices under the executive branch were to reopen July 27 under the order Nez signed llate ast…

July 22, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Hispanic activist wants Chicano Studies classes censored

Ralph Arellanes, executive director of New Mexico LULAC, called the University of New Mexico on Monday to end its support…

July 22, 2020 • RUSSELL CONTRERAS

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Testing supplies run short for Albuquerque health providers

An unanticipated disruption in testing supplies has forced University of New Mexico Hospital, Presbyterian and Lovelace health system locations to…

July 22, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Federal security deployment sets off backlash in New Mexico

The Department of Homeland Security has agents patrolling Portland, Oregon, to protect federal buildings, despite pleas from the mayor, governor…

July 22, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Western New Mexico University opts for online start in fall

The school announced Tuesday that classes will be offered online from Aug. 17 through Sept. 7. A hybrid model with…

July 22, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Santa Fe school counselor accused of racism back at work

The Santa Fe New Mexican reported Tuesday that Stephanie Sheldon has resumed her job with Santa Fe High School after…

July 22, 2020 • The Associated Press

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New Mexico governor thanks Trump for joining mask movement

The Democrat’s appreciation came in a Tweet: “Thanks for joining us, Mr. President.” Trump said he was getting used to…

July 22, 2020 • The Associated Press

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Albuquerque zoo selling paintings by animals to raise money

KOB-TV in Albuquerque reports the New Mexico BioPark Society is offering artwork by the zoo’s elephants holding paint brushes in…

July 21, 2020 • The Associated Press