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Judge denies Daskalos' motion to dismiss – 5:53pm MST
Developer requested dismissal on speedy trial grounds   (By Hailey Heinz)
Partnerships bill approved by narrow margin – 5:51pm MST
The Senate Public Affairs committee has just approved a bill that would recognize domestic partnerships in New Mexico by a 5-4 vote. (By Dan Boyd / NM Politics Blog)
Lumberyard Fire in Belen – 5:48pm MST
Firefighters from four different Valencia County Fire Departments responded to a fire Wednesday afternoon at a lumberyard in the middle of Belen. Fire Chief Manny Garcia said it took 20 firefighters about one hour to contain the blaze at Tabet Lumber. (Albuquerque Journal staff report)
Rio Rancho Taking Over Star Center Management – 5:39pm MST
Beginning Monday, the city of Rio Rancho will take over management of the financially ailing Santa Ana Star Center. (By Rosalie Rayburn)
How Did Our Congressmen Vote? – 5:29pm MST
The House on Jan. 28 passed President Obama’s $819 billion stimulus package to spur economic recovery. Check out our delegation's votes. (Albuquerque Journal staff report)
Body Of Woman Dumped In Mesa Identified – 4:43pm MST
Investigators say body of 28-year-old Tiffany Ventura of Los Lunas could have been there up to one year.
Man charged with 148 counts of rape – 4:29pm MST
Albuquerque man's 14-year-old "girlfriend" dropped out of school to live with him   (By Hailey Heinz)

Santa Ana Star Center back open after gas line break – 2:40pm MST
Access to Rio Rancho City Hall and the Santa Ana Star Center via the Paseo del Volcan Bypass has been restored following a gas line break Wednesday morning. (By Rozanna M. Martinez)
Expect fireworks in domestic partnership hearing – 2:13pm MST
A much-anticipated hearing on two bills dealing with domestic partnerships is about to be heard in the New Mexico Senate gallery. Those on both sides of the issue have already packed the gallery, and others aren't being allowed to enter. (By Dan Boyd / NM Politics Blog)
2:15pm – Know Your RRPS Board Candidates
Watch Thursday's Rio Rancho Journal for school board candidate profiles for Tuesday's election. (By Elaine D. Briseno)
Today's Albuquerque Police Serious Incident Report – 11:58am MST
Man arrested for harboring runaway; Ventana Ranch Lotaburger robbed forcing Volcano Vista and James Monroe on lock down   (By T.J. Wilham )
Water Authority May Buy NMUI for $60 Million – 9:00am MST
Albuquerque could be a one water utility city by the end of today. (By Sean Olson)
8:30am – Jury Acquits Aztec Man of Forcing Sex Abuse
Defendant had been accused of forcing his wife to have sex with his stepson for three years.
7:55am – Rival Domestic Partner Bills To Be Heard Today
Fireworks expected as competing measures go before joint state Senate committees at 2:30 p.m.
7:25am – Newly Discovered Comet Becoming Visible
Comet Lulin, discovered by a 19-year-old Chinese student, making a once-in-a-millennium visit.

6:35am – Not in My Back Yard!
Alamogordo man stages lone protest against possibility Gitmo detainees will land in Otero County.
6:10am – McKinley Co. Jail Guard Fired
Veteran officer tells Gallup paper he's accused — falsely -- of touching female inmates' breasts.
5:35am – Deming Soph Accused of Punching Teacher
16-year-old arrested for allegedly threatening, battering a veteran classroom instructor on Monday.
5:25am – FBI Identifies Shiprock Gunshot Victim
Woman, 52, was found dead after a gunshot wound to her lower back last Thursday. 
5:15am – Wind Advisory for Parts of Central N.M.
Strong northwest winds, gusting up to 50 mph, will buffet central high plains, Estancia Valley today.
County Commission Sides with Wal-Mart – :01am MST
News From the West Side: Bernalillo County commissioners late Tuesday rejected an appeal from neighbors who oppose a Wal-Mart Grocery near Coors and La Orilla NW.The commission voted 4-1 to deny the neighborhood appeals. (By Dan McKay)
Fugitive of the Week
Man wanted for aggravated stalking, drug trafficking   (By Hailey Heinz )

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Wildlife Group Wants Cease-fire in Elk Culling read more (new 4:24 PM MST)

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LANL Notifies 1,890 People of Possible Exposure read more (new 2:21 PM MST)

NMSU Planning for Poor Economy read more (new 2:17 PM MST)

N.M. Health Officials Address Goddard H.S. Air Quality read more (new 10:34 AM MST)

Dona Ana County Votes Against Tax Rebate read more (new 8:58 AM MST)

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Permanent and Pension Funds Lose a Third of Their Value By Dan Boyd/ Journal Capitol Bureau SANTA FE - New Mexico's permanent and pension funds reported combined losses of $11.6-billion in 2008 as nearly one-third of their value was swept away by a dramatic market downturn. Stimulus Bill Has $700M for N.M. By Michael Coleman/ Journal Washington Bureau Funds for Schools, Roads Will Include Expiration Date. Shovel ready. The new term is fast becoming cliche on Capitol Hill, but New Mexico communities hoping for a slice of the $825-billion economic stimulus taking shape in Congress should also learn its meaning. Obama Open To Changes in Stimulus

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