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Santa Fe: A fire at the Hotel Santa Fe injured two workers, while state Senator Vasquez advances the Careworker Visa Act. Election turnout remains flat, and the Santa Fe Magazine Festival launches with local artists and food vendors.
Santa Fe's Local Wire covers debates over New Mexico’s universal childcare rules and a proposed 30-lot development in Agua Fría, along with the heartwarming reunion of missing dog Lala. The episode also highlights upcoming Pasa Plus events and Santa Fe’s weather forecast.
Santa Fe County commissioners postponed a vote on the proposed affordable housing development plan, citing the need for more public input, while implementing a partial fireworks ban to improve public safety. Former presidential candidate Martin Heinrich’s memoir was released ahead of his primary loss, and the Santa Fe Chamber’s Women’s Leadership Luncheon opened today with discussions on gender equity.
Santa Fe police identified a couple in their 50s found dead in their home, with no foul play suspected. New Mexico improved to 49th in child well-being rankings, while local restaurants Pink Adobe and Dragon Room reopened with new menus.
Santa Fe officials announced recent food service inspections from April 13 to 19 and completed pool safety checks from March 1 to May 31, urging residents to review results and check pool safety measures. Santa Fe Fuego's top pitcher is joining a Frontier League team, impacting the local baseball team's upcoming season.
Santa Fe officials face scrutiny over dropped child abuse case against city attorney, while exploring Colorado's homeless outreach model and new wildfire safety regulations impacting home insurance. City leaders also grapple with a potential utility rate hike from a Southern New Mexico provider.
Santa Fe authorities are investigating the discovery of two deceased adults at a local residence while a groundwater study examines the Questa hydrogen project's impact on the city's aquifers. Public health officials also announced free vaccines for New Mexico children and teens through August, and new election results for governor and local offices are now available.
Santa Fe police are investigating the suspicious deaths of a man and woman on Chalan Road while Albuquerque law enforcement arrested a man for vandalizing a synagogue. The Rio Grande has stopped flowing in Albuquerque, raising concerns about the river's ecosystem and drought impact.
Santa Fe's local news covers the assistant city attorney facing abuse charges, the evolving sheriff race with Roybal and Joye, and unclear communication with Highlands regents. STEM Santa Fe celebrates its 10th anniversary with expanded programs for young learners.
Santa Fe police are investigating a deputy shooting in Santa Fe County following a critical incident late Tuesday, amid increased scrutiny of law enforcement. County Commissioner Maria Roybal narrowly won her re-election, while Paul Joye secured the Democratic sheriff nomination, highlighting key races and public safety concerns.