‹‹ Alibi V.29 No.12 • March 19-25, 2020 ››

New Mexico News

Statewide Changes Going Into Effect

Governor addresses social distancing for residents and businesses

By Dan Pennington

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham held a live-streamed press conference today after announcing confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state had reached 28. Her message was clear: Reduction in interactions with others will continue to reduce transmission, and as such, will help prevent further spread of COVID-19. Due to this, new restrictions have been implemented statewide that will begin being enforced Thursday, Mar. 19 until April 10.

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State Dems Move Forward

Primary election and women leaders shape race

By August March

We talked with the leadership cadre of the Democratic Party of New Mexico as elections loomed and a viral threat emerged here at home.

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Editorial

Citizens of Hope and Glory

Don’t panic, be patient

By August March

Albuquerque takes on COVID-19.

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Council Watch

The Council in March

COVID-19, emergency powers and a new councilor

By Carolyn Carlson

March came in like a lamb and will go out like a lion because, in our unprecedented times, local governments are infused with national and global concerns. The March 16 Albuquerque City Council meeting was held in a vacant chamber due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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By Joshua Lee

New restrictions on public gatherings were enacted this week by New Mexico Department of Health; Mayor Tim Keller directed city employees to practice social distancing while completing tasks; Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued five executive orders authorizing up to $3.25 million in emergency response and disaster relief funding.

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