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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in Brown County in August compared to the previous month

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

There was an unchanged number of active legal licenses in Brown County in August compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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There were 5 more active legal licenses in Apache County in August than previous month

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

There were five more active legal licenses in Apache County in August compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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There were 168 more active legal licenses in Bernalillo County in August than previous month

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

There were 168 more active legal licenses in Bernalillo County in August compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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There was an Unchanged number of active legal licenses in Bay County in August compared to the previous month

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

There was an unchanged number of active legal licenses in Bay County in August compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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Podcast episode explores UNM's Lobo Launch rocket engineering program

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

The podcast "It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science" explores the topic of rocket engineering, focusing on a program called Lobo Launch at the University of New Mexico. The episode, titled “It Actually is Rocket Science,” delves into this initiative developed by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at UNM.

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UNM professor develops tool aiding families through contentious divorces

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

When University of New Mexico Adjunct Professor Lawrence Jones isn’t teaching or mediating contentious cases, he's trying to help parents and professionals create a less stressful experience for children during separation or divorce.

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UNM colleges rank among top-100 in latest U.S News & World Report

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

Two colleges at The University of New Mexico, including the College of Nursing and the School of Engineering, have been ranked among the top 100 in the latest 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings released today.

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Globalquerque! returns for three-day celebration of world music at Civic Plaza

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

¡Globalquerque! is returning to Albuquerque's Civic Plaza from September 26-28, offering three days of diverse music, dance, and cultural activities. The event is organized in partnership with the City’s Department of Arts & Culture.

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New technology improves water access for Navajo Nation ranchers

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

“They say water is life, and that couldn’t be truer,” Anne Francis remarked, reflecting on the importance of water for sustaining her family's ranch on the Navajo Nation.

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UNM College of Nursing ranks among top BSN programs nationwide

By ABQ Times | Sep 24, 2024

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing has been recognized as one of the top Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs in the United States, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Colleges list. The College climbed 13 spots from last year and is now ranked 54th out of 686 nursing schools nationwide, placing it in the top 8%.

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ABQ BioPark announces dates for annual Harvest Festival

By ABQ Times | Sep 23, 2024

The ABQ BioPark will host its annual Harvest Festival at the Botanic Garden and Aquarium on October 5 and 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature activities and entertainment suitable for all ages.

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Sandia Labs explores nuclear solutions for potential asteroid threats

By ABQ Times | Sep 23, 2024

The potential threat posed by asteroids to Earth has led researchers at Sandia National Laboratories to explore a nuclear-based deflection strategy.

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Voters to decide on funding for UNM College Of Pharmacy renovations

By ABQ Times | Sep 23, 2024

New Mexico voters will soon decide on a significant investment in higher education, including renovations for The University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Pharmacy. This year's general election ballot includes a series of General Obligation (GO) Bonds, with Higher Education GO Bond-3 proposing to release $230 million to institutions across the state.

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APD investigates weekend incidents resulting in arrests including drag racing crash

By ABQ Times | Sep 23, 2024

The Albuquerque Police Department’s Traffic Division investigated three incidents over the weekend, leading to arrests. One of these incidents involved a crash believed to have been caused by drag racing.

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Albuquerque implements new ordinance regulating electric bike usage

By ABQ Times | Sep 23, 2024

The City of Albuquerque's new e-bike Ordinance (O-24-14) has officially become law. This legislation permits the operation of all classes of e-bikes on paved multi-use trails and open space trails, except where an underlying landowner has not approved e-bike use or where the Parks & Recreation Department (PRD) has closed trails to e-bikes. The law also sets a maximum speed limit of 20 mph on all City trails unless a lower speed limit is posted.

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University invites registration for annual New Mexico Data Users Conference

By ABQ Times | Sep 23, 2024

Registration is now open for the 26th annual New Mexico Data Users Conference, organized by the Data Bank at the University of New Mexico's Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER). The event will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 20, and aims to provide a platform for learning, sharing, and networking around data. The conference will cover both U.S. Census Bureau data and local New Mexico data sources.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Bernalillo County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Sept. 14

By ABQ Times | Sep 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Bernalillo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Event aims to strengthen UNM's role as a Hispanic-serving institution

By ABQ Times | Sep 22, 2024

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is one of 600 schools in the United States recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). While UNM holds this designation with pride, El Centro de la Raza, a resource center on campus for 55 years, asserts that more can be done to support Hispanic students, faculty, and staff. In collaboration with various campus partners, El Centro is organizing an event aimed at strengthening UNM’s Hispanic-Serving identity.

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UNM professor Michael Rocca discusses trends in campaign spending and congressional races

By ABQ Times | Sep 22, 2024

Michael Rocca, an associate professor in Political Science and the director of the Master of Public Policy Program at The University of New Mexico, recently discussed campaign spending and congressional races. Rocca’s research has been featured in various academic journals, and he has received multiple teaching awards.

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Which former ABQ Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23?

By ABQ Times | Sep 22, 2024

These former ABQ Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23.