Special Projects Editor Elise Kaplan uncovered some specifics about an Internal Affairs commander who was recently fired for his actions related to the Albuquerque Police Department’s ongoing DWI saga.
Also, reporter Damon Scott was out in the field today when Mayor Tim Keller announced a new, but kind of old program that connects those experiencing homelessness with jobs. Read the story below to learn:
- Who’s idea was the work program?
- Why is the work program coming back?
- What’s the long term plan?
Internal affairs cmdr. tied to DWI probe was fired for being ‘untruthful’
APD filed misconduct report to state law enforcement board
By Elise Kaplan
The highest ranking officer under internal investigation regarding the Albuquerque Police Department’s DWI unit — and the one-time head of the division that routinely conducts such investigations — was untruthful, did not cooperate with an investigation and shared confidential information, according to a misconduct report filed with the Department of Public Safety. Cmdr. Mark Landavazo […]
New from City Desk ABQ
Working AC and a roof that doesn’t leak: City takes steps to improve, rebrand ‘deplorable’ Westside shelter
City pours $6 million into embattled shelter
By Damon Scott
Amid ongoing criticism of the facility’s conditions, Mayor Tim Keller and city officials showed off new renovations at the Westside Emergency Housing Center (WEHC) on Thursday and used the occasion […]
Unhoused to be offered jobs with Duke City Ambassadors
‘Better Way Forward’ marks return of Berry-era program
By Damon Scott
Mayor Tim Keller outlined Friday the revival of a former outreach program that employs those experiencing homelessness with beautification-related jobs like cleaning streets and sidewalks and removing weeds. The “Better […]
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