New Mexico’s State Auditor is looking into an anonymous complaint by a group claiming they are city employees concerned about how the city is handling employee and ex-employee health benefits.

That may or may not be a big deal. Auditor Brian Colón’s office confirmed that they received a complaint alleging insurance fraud of at least $50,000 and opened an examination, but spokeswoman Stephanie Telles also noted the office opens an examination for every tip received on the anonymous line.

The auditor’s office investigates complaints of government fraud, waste and abuse. It doesn’t discuss the mechanics of or timeline for their examinations, other than to say they are handled by...

Gallup businesses eligible for awards

Running a small business is a challenge for anyone, but can be especially difficult for women and people of color who may not start with a lot of connections or advantages. Comcast’s RISE program was created to help level the playing field.

“Comcast RISE launched in October 2020 to advance digital equity and help provide underrepresented small business owners with access to the digital tools they need to thrive,” Kyle Biederwolf, Comcast manager of external affairs, said.

It has reached 8,000 recipients in 590 cities in 34 states.

So far, 13 New Mexico businesses have qualified for RISE awards, including a vegetarian café, a coffee house...

One thing was clear by the end of the March 22 City Council meeting: retiring council member Yogash Kumar will be sorely missed.

“You’ve been my boss, you’ve been my inspiration and you’ve been my friend. You can’t be replaced. Your unique perspective has been so helpful to us and for the staff,” City Manager Maryann Ustick said. “I also want to thank you for your support of the community, in so many ways that go unknown to the community. Come by often and give me advice.”

She was among several colleagues who sometimes tearfully heaped praise and commendations on Kumar at the last meeting of his second term. Some, like Mayor Louie Bonaguidi, had funny stories to share...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Public Service Company of New Mexico is issuing two requests for information on energy resources and emerging technologies that could help the company toward its carbon-free goal.

According to a press release PNM sent out on March 22, the first request will help identify potential future generation resources that PNM could place into service in the 2028 to 2033 timeframe. Through this request, the company will collect information on resources that PNM could pursue to install up to 600 milliwatts of generating resources.

This Future Generation request for information is designed to encourage resources that have long-lead development activities so they are ready to...