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Kirtland Airforce Base announces dates for the 2025 Air Fiesta

The Kirtland Airforce Base is set to host its 2025 Air Fiesta, a two-day event showcasing military aircraft.


School choice proposed as solution to New Mexico's ongoing education crisis

Seven years have passed since the landmark Yazzie v. Martinez district court ruling, which found that New Mexico violated students' fundamental rights by not providing a sufficient public education as required under the state constitution.


School of Law raises $24K+ for student summer public interest stipends

The School of Law's Association for Public Interest Law (APIL) has successfully raised $24,500 this year to fund student stipends for summer public interest work.


A Better Way of Living Executive Director: ‘We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to assist people with disabilities'

Jon Noel, executive director of A Better Way of Living (ABWL), a nonprofit organization in Albuquerque that assists individuals with developmental delays, emphasized the organization's commitment to providing more than basic support for people...


OPINION: It's Time to Be Biblical Citizens, Not Political Pawns

In a time when political division is tearing at the fabric of our nation, I believe it's time we ask a deeper question—one that transcends party lines and pierces to the heart of our identity:


First National 1870 opens second Uptown branch

Officials from First National 1870 marked the opening of their new Uptown location on May 19.


New Mexico governor criticizes House-approved tax bill affecting Medicaid

Today, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed strong opposition to the tax bill passed by Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives.


Unirac CEO Peter Lorenz to lead Greater Albuquerque Chamber in 2025-2026

Peter Lorenz, CEO of Unirac Inc., has been appointed as the incoming Chair of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.


Support for essential services highlighted by Energizing Our Future NM

Energizing Our Future NM, a collaboration between the New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) and the American Petroleum Institute, aims to support initiatives related to education, workforce development, hunger alleviation, and improving...


Conservation Voters NM opposes House reconciliation bill threatening local clean energy

With a committee vote scheduled for early Wednesday morning, the Republican-led reconciliation bill is set to move to the House floor.


Luncheon to discuss declining economic freedom in New Mexico

An upcoming luncheon will explore the findings of a report titled "Economic Freedom in the Land of Enchantment," which examines New Mexico's economic challenges.


Daniels Fund supports national civics bee for middle schoolers

The New Mexico State National Civics Bee Championship is set to take place on June 7 at the University of New Mexico SUB Ballroom A, from noon to 3 p.m. This event is part of a nationwide civics knowledge competition for middle school students in...


Federal Bar Association hosts annual Indian law conference at Sandia Resort

The Federal Bar Association recently organized its 50th Annual Indian Law Conference on April 28-29, 2025, at Sandia Resort and Casino.


Federal policies shift under Trump administration; impact on environment and tribal nations

The first 100 days of President Trump's second term have been marked by significant executive actions.


Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital earns spot among best places to work in healthcare

Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the best places to work in 2025.


VetsinTech to launch New Mexico chapter for veteran tech careers

Nonprofit organization VetsinTech is set to launch a New Mexico Chapter aimed at supporting veterans in the state and the growing technology sector.


Leadership Albuquerque class of 2025 graduates

On May 19, the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce celebrated the graduation of the 2025 cohort of Leadership Albuquerque


Cover crop initiative launched in Lower Rio Grande Valley

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) and the New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission (NMISC) have launched a cover crop initiative in the Lower Rio Grande valley.


Public lands sale faces opposition from New Mexico delegation amid tight congressional vote

New Mexico's congressional delegation, consisting entirely of Democrats, stands united against a proposed measure to dispose of federal lands.


State Sen. Block on Judge Dugan indictment: 'No one is above the law'

Jay Block, a state senator for New Mexico, said that the federal indictment of Judge Hannah Dugan demonstrates that accountability applies to all.