Saturday, September 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After a fatal crash in June that killed a cyclist in Santa Fe — community members on Thursday appealed to a city committee for changes to improve road safety. Santa Fe New Mexican
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico will launch a universal free child care program in November following the governor's Monday announcement—deputy director Kendall Chavez explained on Eye of New Mexico how the program will work and be sustained. The plan aims to offer accessible care to families while using state policy measures for funding. KOB 4
- ➤ After 25 years since Santa Fe's first charter schools opened, public schools are reexamining how they attract families—charter schools showed a new approach despite early turbulence. Education officials say new methods will be introduced soon to improve enrollment for local families. Santa Fe New Mexican
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe will host a town hall at Southside Branch Library on Monday evening to discuss a proposed living wage increase—another meeting will take place on Zoom Tuesday evening to gather community input. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ A hearing officer recommended approving Bishop's Lodge wastewater permit — state Environment Department Cabinet Secretary James Kenney will decide on the permit. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Immigration lawyer and Las Cumbres are developing a project—set to offer legal advice—to help Santa Fe residents facing removal proceedings. The new partnership will support immigrants by ensuring they understand their rights during the process. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ On July 1, about 130 Santa Fe residents told city leaders they need more communication and transparency on Pallet shelter sites regarding future microcommunities—officials will use the feedback to plan upcoming forums. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Today, the village of Pecos has begun Phase 2 of a project to upgrade its aging water system—an effort aimed at modernizing local infrastructure. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ New Mexico has posted its first-ever state child advocate job — a move aimed at filling a dire need, with the posting appearing in both local and national outlets. Santa Fe New Mexican
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Birdtalker Live Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — $18-$20 — Experience the infectious sound of Birdtalker alongside Boy Golden in a cozy brewery setting.
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