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New Mexico DOT warns public of fake toll road payment scam

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has issued a warning to residents about a scam involving fake toll road payment demands.


Rio Grande Foundation criticizes New Mexico's current energy policies

The Rio Grande Foundation has expressed its concerns regarding New Mexico's current energy policies.


Chamber seeks tutors for Albuquerque Reads ahead of next school year

Albuquerque Reads, an initiative focused on enhancing literacy skills among young students, is gearing up for the upcoming 2025-26 school year.


New Mexico Shooting Sports Association hosts annual meeting with keynote by Mayor Greg Hall

The New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) will hold its Annual Meeting on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Tramway Plaza Event Centre in Albuquerque.


SOMOS ABQ returns with music, art, and culture at National Hispanic Cultural Center

On May 10, the National Hispanic Cultural Center will host SOMOS ABQ, an event that promises to immerse attendees in a vibrant display of music, art, and culture.


Volunteer recognized for contribution to Albuquerque Reads program

Albuquerque Reads volunteer Jimmy Bryant was recently recognized for his contributions to the program at three schools.



OPINION: Homeschool community is thriving in Las Cruces

New Mexico is ranked last in the Nation for education.


Mega Millions sees surge in non-jackpot prizes after recent game changes

Since the launch of the new Mega Millions game on April 8, there has been a significant increase in non-jackpot prizes.


Judge Joel Cano arrested for harboring illegal alien with gang ties

A judge in Southern New Mexico, Joel Cano, was arrested on April 24, 2025, for allegedly harboring an illegal alien with gang affiliations.


New Mexico faces scrutiny over education spending without improved results

Progressive politicians in New Mexico are facing criticism for their approach to the state's education system.


Albuquerque Reads marks successful school year with community support

Students and educators from Whittier Elementary School recently gathered to celebrate the conclusion of another successful year for Albuquerque Reads.


New Mexico awards $2.3 million for outdoor access improvements

The New Mexico Economic Development Department has announced the allocation of $2.3 million in grants aimed at enhancing outdoor access and fostering economic opportunities across 14 counties in the state.


DHS proposes self-deportation policy to cut taxpayer costs

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a proposal aimed at reducing the costs associated with deporting illegal aliens.


New Mexico inmates sue over alleged unconstitutional solitary confinement practices

GuJuan Fusilier, Mah-konce Hudson, and O’Shay Toney have initiated a class action lawsuit against the New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) and the Penitentiary of New Mexico (PNM).


Debate arises over proposed tax increases on New Mexico's oil and gas industry

In New Mexico, there is an ongoing debate over proposed legislation to increase taxes on the oil and gas industry.


OPINION: An Open Letter to the EVCA Community

Dear EVCA parents and guardians: Estancia Valley Classical Academy again seeks people to join its Governing Council (school board), with the release of its “Perspective [sic] Membership Timeline,” an endeavor that comes with controversy.


Jessica Bundy named among Forbes Best-In-State CPAs

REDW CPA and Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Board member Jessica Bundy has been named to the Forbes Best-In-State CPA list.


OPINION: The Truth Is Out: The Abortion Pill Is Harming Women

For years, women have been told that the abortion pill is safe, simple, and private.


OPINION: New Mexico’s Justice System Is Broken — And Corruption Is Thriving

When a sitting New Mexico judge is arrested for harboring a violent gang member, it’s not just a scandal — it’s a symptom of a much deeper problem: the corruption, lawlessness, and misplaced priorities rotting our institutions from the inside out.