SKELETON HEIST-NEIGHBOR FIGHT
Report: Neighbor steals skeleton over offensive gesture
CUYAMUNGUE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico woman is facing a larceny charge after authorities say she stole a neighbor's anatomical skeleton model that allegedly was making an offensive gesture toward her. The Santa Fe New Mexican reports court documents filed Monday show that Diana Hogrebe was charged with one count of larceny in connection with the skeleton heist. Hogrebe of Cuyamungue, New Mexico, told Santa Fe County Sheriff's deputies she was offended by the way the skeleton's hand was posed _ with the middle finger pointed up. Hogrebe told the Santa Fe New Mexican the episode was the culmination of a monthslong feud between her and neighbor Joseph Downs, who she said has hassled her family and other nearby residents.
NMSU-JUPITER RESEARCH
Federal grant to fund NMSU research of Jupiter's atmosphere
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — Researchers at New Mexico State University have been awarded a three-year grant worth nearly $284,000 to study Jupiter's atmosphere. The grant comes from NASA's New Frontiers Data Analysis Program. The NMSU team will be using data from the Juno mission, which is currently in orbit around Jupiter. They will be analyzing infrared images and spectra of the atmosphere as well as wind measurements to understand the planet's circulation patterns. Like the Sun, Jupiter's atmosphere is made up of mostly hydrogen and helium gas. Results of the research will be published in peer reviewed journals.
RAIL IMPROVEMENTS-GRANT
New Mexico county awarded $4.6M grant for rail safety
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico's most populous county has been awarded a $4.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration for rail infrastructure and safety improvements. The funding for Bernalillo County was announced Wednesday by the state's congressional delegation. They say it's part of a larger effort to grow trade and create new jobs. The improvements are aimed at boosting connectivity to businesses that are near the Albuquerque airport. U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland acknowledged that existing connections from the airport are limited and said the work is expected to provide more convenient and safe access to trade and growth opportunities.
ICE FISHING-NEW MEXICO
Ice fishing season comes to an end in New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Ice fishing season is coming to a close in northern New Mexico. Officials with New Mexico State Parks have deemed some lakes unsafe due to deteriorating ice conditions. They decided Wednesday to immediately close Sugarite Canyon, Fenton Lake and Heron Lake state parks to ice fishing. While February was cooler than normal in eastern New Mexico, forecasters with the National Weather Service say temperatures around the state are expected to start increasing through Saturday as part of a warming trend.
ELECTION 2020-NEW MEXICO
New Mexico governor wants Democratic nominee who can unify
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democratic New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is considering the endorsement of a presidential candidate from her party and says she wants a leader who can bridge political divides and get things done. Lujan Grisham said Wednesday that she has been approached by three candidates who remain in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. Albuquerque-based U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland has actively campaigned for Elizabeth Warren, while the rest of the congressional delegation is wary of choosing. The delegation and governor could be called on to vote as automatic super delegates at the Democratic national convention if no presidential candidate wins a majority of pledged delegates.
HEALTH CARE-NEW MEXICO
New Mexico enacts health reforms, licenses tobacco retailers
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico's governor has signed a bevy of health-related bills that include consumer financial protections to ensure access to insulin for diabetics and new possibilities for state-marketed insurance plans that limit out-of-pocket costs. Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation Wednesday that caps patient copays for insulin prescriptions at $25 for a one-month supply. Bill sponsor and Democratic Sen. Daniel Ivey-Soto of Albuquerque says the state subsidy is cost-effective because it avoids crippling and life-threatening consequences for diabetics who forgo insulin. Another signed bill opens the way for New Mexico to pursue imports of prescription drugs from Canada on a wholesale basis in search of cost savings.
CONGRESS-PUBLIC LANDS
Senators reach $2B deal to boost conservation, parks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate leaders and the Trump administration have reached an election-year deal to double spending on a popular conservation program and devote more than a $1 billion a year to clear a growing maintenance backlog at national parks. The deal was announced Wednesday by senators from both parties. If approved by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump, it would provide for spending more than $2 billion per year on conservation and outdoor recreation projects and park maintenance across the country. Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander of Tennessee said it would be "the most significant conservation legislation enacted by Congress in nearly half a century."
TRUST LAND-HUNTING ACCESS
New Mexico officials sign deal to expand hunting access
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico wildlife officials and Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard have signed an easement agreement that will allow hunters with valid licenses to access state trust lands. Under this year's agreement, the Game and Fish Department will pay the State Land Office $800,000 for the easement. Wildlife officials also agreed to partner with the land agency on $200,000 worth of projects aimed at enhancing access and improving wildlife habitats. The agreement also creates pilot programs for dispersed and roadside camping as well as backpacking. The number of days hunters are allowed to scout on trust land also is being extended to two weeks.
Report: Neighbor steals skeleton over offensive gesture
CUYAMUNGUE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico woman is facing a larceny charge after authorities say she stole a neighbor's anatomical skeleton model that allegedly was making an offensive gesture toward her. The Santa Fe New Mexican reports court documents filed Monday show that Diana Hogrebe was charged with one count of larceny in connection with the skeleton heist. Hogrebe of Cuyamungue, New Mexico, told Santa Fe County Sheriff's deputies she was offended by the way the skeleton's hand was posed _ with the middle finger pointed up. Hogrebe told the Santa Fe New Mexican the episode was the culmination of a monthslong feud between her and neighbor Joseph Downs, who she said has hassled her family and other nearby residents.
NMSU-JUPITER RESEARCH
Federal grant to fund NMSU research of Jupiter's atmosphere
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — Researchers at New Mexico State University have been awarded a three-year grant worth nearly $284,000 to study Jupiter's atmosphere. The grant comes from NASA's New Frontiers Data Analysis Program. The NMSU team will be using data from the Juno mission, which is currently in orbit around Jupiter. They will be analyzing infrared images and spectra of the atmosphere as well as wind measurements to understand the planet's circulation patterns. Like the Sun, Jupiter's atmosphere is made up of mostly hydrogen and helium gas. Results of the research will be published in peer reviewed journals.
RAIL IMPROVEMENTS-GRANT
New Mexico county awarded $4.6M grant for rail safety
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico's most populous county has been awarded a $4.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration for rail infrastructure and safety improvements. The funding for Bernalillo County was announced Wednesday by the state's congressional delegation. They say it's part of a larger effort to grow trade and create new jobs. The improvements are aimed at boosting connectivity to businesses that are near the Albuquerque airport. U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland acknowledged that existing connections from the airport are limited and said the work is expected to provide more convenient and safe access to trade and growth opportunities.
ICE FISHING-NEW MEXICO
Ice fishing season comes to an end in New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Ice fishing season is coming to a close in northern New Mexico. Officials with New Mexico State Parks have deemed some lakes unsafe due to deteriorating ice conditions. They decided Wednesday to immediately close Sugarite Canyon, Fenton Lake and Heron Lake state parks to ice fishing. While February was cooler than normal in eastern New Mexico, forecasters with the National Weather Service say temperatures around the state are expected to start increasing through Saturday as part of a warming trend.
ELECTION 2020-NEW MEXICO
New Mexico governor wants Democratic nominee who can unify
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democratic New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is considering the endorsement of a presidential candidate from her party and says she wants a leader who can bridge political divides and get things done. Lujan Grisham said Wednesday that she has been approached by three candidates who remain in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. Albuquerque-based U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland has actively campaigned for Elizabeth Warren, while the rest of the congressional delegation is wary of choosing. The delegation and governor could be called on to vote as automatic super delegates at the Democratic national convention if no presidential candidate wins a majority of pledged delegates.
HEALTH CARE-NEW MEXICO
New Mexico enacts health reforms, licenses tobacco retailers
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico's governor has signed a bevy of health-related bills that include consumer financial protections to ensure access to insulin for diabetics and new possibilities for state-marketed insurance plans that limit out-of-pocket costs. Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation Wednesday that caps patient copays for insulin prescriptions at $25 for a one-month supply. Bill sponsor and Democratic Sen. Daniel Ivey-Soto of Albuquerque says the state subsidy is cost-effective because it avoids crippling and life-threatening consequences for diabetics who forgo insulin. Another signed bill opens the way for New Mexico to pursue imports of prescription drugs from Canada on a wholesale basis in search of cost savings.
CONGRESS-PUBLIC LANDS
Senators reach $2B deal to boost conservation, parks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate leaders and the Trump administration have reached an election-year deal to double spending on a popular conservation program and devote more than a $1 billion a year to clear a growing maintenance backlog at national parks. The deal was announced Wednesday by senators from both parties. If approved by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump, it would provide for spending more than $2 billion per year on conservation and outdoor recreation projects and park maintenance across the country. Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander of Tennessee said it would be "the most significant conservation legislation enacted by Congress in nearly half a century."
TRUST LAND-HUNTING ACCESS
New Mexico officials sign deal to expand hunting access
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico wildlife officials and Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard have signed an easement agreement that will allow hunters with valid licenses to access state trust lands. Under this year's agreement, the Game and Fish Department will pay the State Land Office $800,000 for the easement. Wildlife officials also agreed to partner with the land agency on $200,000 worth of projects aimed at enhancing access and improving wildlife habitats. The agreement also creates pilot programs for dispersed and roadside camping as well as backpacking. The number of days hunters are allowed to scout on trust land also is being extended to two weeks.
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