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KUNM News Archives: 2007 - April
Stories from Mon., 30 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 30 Apr. 2007 |
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Mayor Chavez Announces Initiatives Against Gang Activity |
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According to the Albuquerque Police Department, gangs are involved in property crimes, violent crimes and vice, and they create general quality of life issues for people who have to deal with gang members living in their community. Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez today announced new initiatives to curb...
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Airdate: Mon., 30 Apr. 2007 |
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Democrats Tie Minimum Wage Amendment To Iraq Spending Bill |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico Senator Pete Domenici says an amendment to include a federal minimum wage hike in the Iraq supplemental spending bill means both are headed for defeat. KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Airdate: Mon., 30 Apr. 2007 |
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NM Republican Party Elects Officers for Next Two Years |
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By: Danny Hernandez
The Republican Party of New Mexico has elected its officers for the next two years. But not all of the Republican faithful were happy with the results or with the way the votes were counted over the weekend. Danny Hernandez reports.
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Airdate: Mon., 30 Apr. 2007 |
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Democratic Party Elects New Chairman: Brian Colon |
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By: Evan Woodward
The Democratic Party of New Mexico held its State Central Committee Meeting in Las Cruces Saturday, and elected Albuquerque lawyer Brian Colon as the party's new Chairman. As Evan Woodward reports from our fellow NPR affiliate KRWG, the event had a strong turnout, and the state's Democrats have set...
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Stories from Fri., 27 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Fri., 27 Apr. 2007 |
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Interviews: Candidates for Democratic Party State Chair |
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By: Danny Hernandez
The election for Democratic Party State Chair will be held this Saturday.Three contenders are vying for the position. Danny Hernandez interviewed the candidates and filed this report.
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Airdate: Fri., 27 Apr. 2007 |
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Part ll: Greg Palast: How To Make Sure Your Vote Counts in 2008! |
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By: Renée Blake
In our last segment on Greg Palast's paperback edition of "Armed Madhouse," we focused on what is happening to victims of Katrina. Palast also included fresh material about the upcoming U.S. election in 2008. Much of Palast's perspective of what is happening in the Bush Administration can be described...
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Stories from Thu., 26 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 26 Apr. 2007 |
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New Mexico Celebrates "El Dia de Los Ninos" |
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By: Jim Williams
This week continues an honoring of both children and reading in New Mexico. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports, it's a tradition that's grown over the years in the Land of Enchantment, and one New Mexican has big plans for its future.
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Airdate: Thu., 26 Apr. 2007 |
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Part l: Investigative Journalist Palast Exposes Katrina Politics |
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By: Renée Blake
Greg Palast has added two new chapters to the paperback edition of "Armed Madhouse." They focus on the issues still swirling around the victims of Katrina among others. Palast, who is coming to the Lensic Theater in Santa Fe on Sunday, spoke with Renee Blake.
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Stories from Wed., 25 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 25 Apr. 2007 |
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Planned Parenthood Organizes Protest of Recent Supreme Court Decision |
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By: Jim Williams
Abortion rights advocates took to the sidewalks in Albuquerque yesterday afternoon to protest a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding a late-term abortion ban. The court, last Wednesday, in a 5 to 4 ruling, said a federal law prohibiting the "intact dilation and extraction procedure" will stand....
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Stories from Tue., 24 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Tue., 24 Apr. 2007 |
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Nayarit, Mexico: Whale Sanctuary and Ecotourism Site |
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By: Kent Paterson
Commercial whale hunting is once again on the international agenda as Japan and Norway press for the lifting of rules that restrict whale harvesting. But in countries like Mexico, which is a whale sanctuary, communities are discovering that they can preserve whales and benefit economically at the same...
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Airdate: Tue., 24 Apr. 2007 |
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Compromise Reached on New Gaming Compact |
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By: Jim Williams
Governor Bill Richardson signed a new gaming compact for eight of New Mexico's Indian tribes today in Santa Fe. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, the agreement is the result of a struggle to compromise between the tribes and the state.
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Airdate: Tue., 24 Apr. 2007 |
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Part ll: Homeless Veterans - Social Services Outreach |
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By: George Gray
Yesterday, in part one of a two part series on the challenges many military veterans face when dealing with Veterans Affairs, we heard from homeless veterans as they described their relationships with the Albuquerque V-A Medical Center. Today, producer George Gray and announcer Marcos Martinez take...
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Airdate: Tue., 24 Apr. 2007 |
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Bingaman Not Satisfied by Army's Explanation of NM Guardsmen Gang Check |
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A search of New Mexico National Guardsman for gang-related tattoos has promted members of New Mexico's congressional delegation to ask questions about the incident. Nearly 60 members of the Rio Rancho-based Task Force Cobra were asked to strip down to their underwear and then were searched by Army officials...
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Stories from Mon., 23 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 23 Apr. 2007 |
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Agrobusiness Holds Farm-To-Restaurant Workshop |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Farmers in New Mexico continue to explore new ways to sell their products with the help of local governments. To that end, the Mid Region Council of Governments, MRCOG as it is known, created an Agrobusiness Collaborative three years ago. The Collaborative meets monthly to discuss the buying and selling...
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Airdate: Mon., 23 Apr. 2007 |
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"Value Options" Delivery of NM Mental Health Services Under Scrutiny |
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By: Jim Williams
Some concerns continue to swirl around the delivery of behavioral health services in the state under a 4-year contract with a Virginia company. As KUNM’s Jim Williams reports, a hearing held in Santa Fe Wednesday brought some of those concerns forward. Listen Williams: The Norfolk, Virginia-based...
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Airdate: Mon., 23 Apr. 2007 |
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Part l: Homeless Veterans and the VA |
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By: Marcos Martinez
After military service, many military veterans turn toward Veterans Affairs, or VA, for medical care. But many of them encounter problems with bureaucracy and procedural delays. In part one of a two part series, producer George Gray and announcer Marcos Martinez examine the relationship between homeless...
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Airdate: Mon., 23 Apr. 2007 |
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Domenici Talks with Reporters on Iraq and Virginia Tech Shootings |
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By: Renée Blake
New Mexico Republican Senator Pete Domenici says he believes "the war in Baghdad is going better" and that statements otherwise are a "mistake". Domenici spoke with reporters on a number of subjects today, including the debate over the continued funding for the U.S.-led occupation of Iraq. Democrats,...
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Stories from Fri., 20 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Fri., 20 Apr. 2007 |
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NM Fellowship of Reconciliation Members Speak on Iran Trip |
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By: Renée Blake
Concerns over future relations between the United States and Iran prompted a group called the Fellowship of Reconciliation to make a trip to the Middle East. Two of the people on that journey are from New Mexico. They shared some of their experiences with KUNM's Renee Blake.
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Airdate: Fri., 20 Apr. 2007 |
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Mayor Chavez, Police Officials and APS Representatives Discuss School Safety |
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By: Danny Hernandez
In the aftermath of the incident at Virginia Tech, school and police officials nationwide are reevaluating how prepared they are for a similar incident. Earlier this week New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson announced the formation of a task force that will look into the safety preparedness of New Mexico...
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Airdate: Fri., 20 Apr. 2007 |
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Health and Human Services Week in Santa Fe - April 22nd to 28th |
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By: Jennifer Jackson
Health and Human Services Week in Santa Fe is only a few days away, and area non profit organizations have big plans. Jennifer Jackson has the story.
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Stories from Thu., 19 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 19 Apr. 2007 |
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Investigative Reporter Palast Looks at U.S. Attorney Firings |
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By: Renée Blake
Investigative reporter for the Guardian, Greg Palast will be in Santa Fe later this month talking about the newly added chapters to his book "Armed Madhouse." Palast sees the Alberto Gonzales hearings and firings of the 8 U.S. Attorneys as part of a plan to steal votes in the next Presidential election....
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Airdate: Thu., 19 Apr. 2007 |
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Bingaman Introducing Protection Bill for Ute Mountain and Taos County Wilderness Areas |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico may soon see one of its biggest land conservation pushes in decades. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports from Taos, over 300,000 acres of northern New Mexico are about to receive some special attention from Congress.
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Stories from Wed., 18 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 18 Apr. 2007 |
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Supreme Court Bans Late-Term Abortions |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico's advocates on both sides of the abortion issue are reacting to today's U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding a ban on late-term, or so-called "partial birth" abortions. KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Airdate: Wed., 18 Apr. 2007 |
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Richardson Inaugurates New South Valley Railrunner Station |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Residents, local dignitaries and Governor Bill Richardson braved a windy afternoon in Albuquerque's South Valley yesterday to officially begin service at the latest Railrunner station to be built. Danny Hernandez was on hand for the ribbon cutting and filed this report.
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Stories from Tue., 17 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Tue., 17 Apr. 2007 |
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Governor Signs Transportation Bill GRIP 2 into Law |
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Governor Bill Richardson today signed into law a bill that would fund rural roads in all 33 of New Mexico's counties. Governor Richardson's Investment Partnership Two, or GRIP2, as it is called, provides 103 million dollars for mostly road projects, but it also includes 10 milion dollars for the New...
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Airdate: Tue., 17 Apr. 2007 |
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Proposed Estancia Biomass Power Plant Faces Environmental Concerns |
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By: Jim Williams
Several bills that have passed the state legislature recently are likely to have a big impact on the future of renewable energy in the state. One such measure extends tax credits to companies that produce electricity using wind, solar, or biomass technology. "Biomass" is, for the most part, wood that...
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Stories from Mon., 16 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 16 Apr. 2007 |
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Anna Canales Elected Bernalillo County Democratic Chairperson |
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More than 600 Bernalillo County Democratic party loyalists filled the Manzano High School gym this weekend to pick a new leader. The delegates elected former Democratic campaign worker Anna Canales to a two-year term as County Chairperson. Listen Canales handily beat out Albuquerque attorney and former...
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Airdate: Mon., 16 Apr. 2007 |
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Bernalillo County Democratic Delegates Speak Out on Aragon Indictment |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Former New Mexico state senate leader Manny Aragon, and three others, plead not guilty to formal charges in an alleged Albuquerque Metroplolitan Courthouse kick-back scheme last week. The four are accused of inflating the courthouse construction costs by 4.2 million dollars. This weekend, in what many...
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Airdate: Mon., 16 Apr. 2007 |
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"All Healthy Children Act" May Pass Congress This Session |
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Health care for all kids in New Mexico and across the country. That is the goal of new legislation that would expand eligibility for Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program, or S-CHIP. The All Healthy Children Act would fill a coverage gap that affects children of low- and moderate-income...
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Stories from Fri., 13 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Fri., 13 Apr. 2007 |
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Commentary: Imus and Talk Radio's Hardened Sensibilities |
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By: Peter Neils
The President of the Los Alamos Study Group has been watching and listening along with many media consumers, while a well-known radio host has talked his way out of a job. Peter Neils offers his perspective on how Don Imus and his current fate respresents much more than a shock-jock out of a job.
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Airdate: Fri., 13 Apr. 2007 |
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NM Civil Rights and Religious Leaders Call for Comprehensive Immigration Reform |
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By: Renée Blake
If you can remember back as far as a year ago, you might recall that the subject of immigration reform had people marching in the streets. This year, in New Mexico, policy makers and leaders of faith, immigrant and civil rights groups are calling on Congress to pass comprehensive reforms. KUNM's Renee...
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Stories from Thu., 12 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 12 Apr. 2007 |
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Spring Storm Headed for Northern Mountains |
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A strong spring storm system is moving into the state this afternoon. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow that is expected in the northern mountains and foothills tonight through tomorrow morning. The snow should be heaviest above 7,500 feet in the Sangre de...
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Airdate: Thu., 12 Apr. 2007 |
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Part ll: Pet Food Recall |
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By: Renée Blake
In our opening segment on the pet food recall yesterday, we met a woman whose cat ate some of the now-recalled pet food, that has been an issue in the news since March. Today, we will find out some of what is being done about the situation and what is safe to feed companion animals.
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Stories from Wed., 11 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 11 Apr. 2007 |
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Part l: Pet Food Recall |
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By: Renée Blake
An online site called PetConnection.com says thousands of animals have died from eating tainted pet food. But whatever the number, it doesn't matter much, when it's YOUR dog or cat.
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Stories from Tue., 10 Apr. 2007
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Bingaman Teleconference Touches on Stem Cell Research and Immigration |
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By: Jennifer Jackson
Senator Bingaman spoke with reporters this morning at a teleconference. Jennifer Jackson has the story.
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Stories from Mon., 9 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 9 Apr. 2007 |
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Cesar Chavez Honored at Albuquerque March and Rally |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Cesar Chavez was a well-known labor leader and civil rights activist who co-founded the United Farm Workers Union. He was last in the Land of Enchantment only months before he passed away in 1993. New Mexico still celebrates the famous Chicano every year on his birthday. This year, Albuquerque celebrated...
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Airdate: Mon., 9 Apr. 2007 |
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Sunland Park NM Tests Governor's Environmental Justice Executive Order |
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By: Kent Paterson
Issued in 2005, Governor Bill Richardson's Executive Order for Environmental Justice pledges to consider the disproportionate impact of pollution on low income communities of color in the state. An important test of the governor's executive order is coming up over the proposed renewal of a landfill...
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Stories from Thu., 5 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 5 Apr. 2007 |
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Labor Activists Speak Out at El Paso's Cesar Chavez Day Celebration |
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By: Kent Paterson
On the U.S.-Mexico border, the recent Cesar Chavez Day celebrations showcased old and new battles for social justice. As KUNM's Kent Paterson reports, the day also offered a glimpse at an emerging new movement on both sides of the border. He has this report from El Paso, Texas.
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Airdate: Thu., 5 Apr. 2007 |
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SF Police Department Hires Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Coordinator |
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By: Jim Williams
Incidents of domestic violence and sexual assault in New Mexico appear to still be on the rise, despite the best efforts of anti-violence advocates in the state. For perpetrators and victims, the problem has both situational and societal roots. But, as KUNM's Jim Williams reports, one northern New...
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Airdate: Thu., 5 Apr. 2007 |
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Commentary: The Traditions of Passover |
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By: Iris Keltz
Freelance writer, author of "Scrapbook of a Taos Hippie," retired Albuquerque Public Schools reading specialist, Iris Keltz, is currently working on a book about her experiences living in the Middle East and offers this commentary on the traditions of Passover.
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Airdate: Thu., 5 Apr. 2007 |
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No Train Whistle Allowed in Rail Runner "Quiet Zones" |
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By: Steve Shadley
Albuquerque and other communities along the Rail Runner train route are receiving funds to create quiet-zones in residential areas. KUNM's Steve Shadley reports.
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Stories from Wed., 4 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 4 Apr. 2007 |
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Family Advocates Issue Call to Action Against Child Abuse and Neglect |
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By: Jim Williams
A group of child and family advocates gathered in Santa Fe yesterday to issue a call to action against child abuse and neglect. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and advocates continue to focus mostly on getting people to report suspected abuse. But as KUNM's Jim Williams reports, addressing...
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Stories from Tue., 3 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Tue., 3 Apr. 2007 |
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Commentary: Good Friday Pilgrimage to Chimayo |
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By: Chellis Glendinning
The day after tomorrow is Good Friday. Which means thousands of people will soon begin or have already begun their annual Holy Week pilgrimage to the traditional village of Chimayo, just north of Santa Fe. The destination is the Santuario de Chimayo, where pilgrims will pray for a variety of things,...
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Airdate: Tue., 3 Apr. 2007 |
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Association of Commerce and Industry Evaluates Legislative 60-day Session |
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By: Danny Hernandez
The Association of Industry and Commerce, or ACI, packed a large banquet room recently to hear how the organization's legislative agenda faired in the 2007 60-day legislative session. Danny Hernandez sat in on the members-only luncheon and filed this story.
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Airdate: Tue., 3 Apr. 2007 |
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Report from Mexico: A Job Fair in Aguaqcalientes |
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By: Kent Paterson
International financial institutions have repeatedly praised the federal Mexican government in recent years for pursuing a stabilized monetary regime and following a path of frugal government spending. But in places like the central Mexican city of Aguacalientes, many people remain without work or are...
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Airdate: Tue., 3 Apr. 2007 |
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Possible Study of Live Pathogens at LANL Sparks Public Concern |
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By: Renée Blake
An activist organization in Santa Fe that deals with nuclear issues has let it be known that it is keeping a close eye on activities at a laboratory that is currently not in use at Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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Stories from Mon., 2 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 2 Apr. 2007 |
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Three Southern Counties Vote on Spaceport Tax Tomorrow |
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By: Steve Shadley
Voters in southern New Mexico go to the polls tomorrow (Tuesday 4/3) to decide the fate of a proposed tax to help pay for the Spaceport project. The special election is taking place in 3 southern counties where a proposed one-quarter percent sales tax is on the ballot in hopes of raising millions of...
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Stories from Sun., 1 Apr. 2007
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Airdate: Sun., 1 Apr. 2007 |
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Three Legged German Shepherd Provides Therapy to Wounded Soldiers |
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A three-legged dog named for Jack London has met some 8,000 people, from 13 countries in his position as a therapy-dog to help soldiers recuperate from their service injuries. Richaed Gliebe is Jack's "human." Gliebe says Jack offers hope, especially to amputees, because he not only helps with depression,...
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