New Mexico Sun

New Mexico has achieved a significant milestone by advancing in national pre-kindergarten rankings.

Kristie Brooks to lead behavioral health transformation in New Mexico

Kristie Brooks has been appointed as the director of behavioral health transformation and innovation at the New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA).

Deb Haaland criticizes Trump, outlines gubernatorial campaign goals in opinion piece

Albuquerque, New Mexico – Former Secretary of the Department of the Interior, Deb Haaland, has expressed her concerns over what she perceives as the chaotic and cruel governance of the Trump Administration.

David White appointed as regional representative for Southwest New Mexico counties

David White has been appointed as the new regional representative for Region 5 in Southwest New Mexico by the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD).

CYFD’s Failures Demand Accountability—Not More Excuses

By Gail Armstrong | Apr 29, 2025

The tragic death of 16-year-old Jaydun Garcia while in the custody of New Mexico’s Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) is a devastating reminder of the agency’s chronic dysfunction.

OPINION: City Council and School Board Can Work to Prevent More Shootings

By Sarah Smith | Apr 29, 2025

The shooting at Young Park shows the brokenness of our community on multiple levels. For thousands of years, the most basic tenets of society have been “do not harm others or encroach on their property.”

Military Base Planning Chair: Infrastructure bills show 'New Mexico’s commitment to military missions in our state'

Paul Cassidy, Vice-Chair of the Military Base Planning Commission, said that the approval of House Bills 158 and 159 demonstrates New Mexico's commitment to military missions.

School of Law earns A+ rating for environmental law program

The Natural Resources and Environmental Law (NREL) Program at the School of Law has been awarded an A+ rating by the National Jurist’s PreLaw Magazine this spring.

Dean Camille Carey appoints new chair for judicial nominating commission

In a move to enhance the leadership flexibility of the School of Law, voters in New Mexico approved Constitutional Amendment 3 in November 2024.

New Mexico certifies aerospace incubator, NewSpace Nexus

The New Mexico Economic Development Department has approved certification for NewSpace Nexus, a business incubator.

Dean's Circle Reception 2025 honors contributors at Los Poblanos

The Dean’s Circle Reception took place on April 3 at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm.

States ranked on economic competitiveness in new ALEC report

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2025

The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) has released the 18th edition of its annual report, "Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index."

State Rep. Dow on teen death in CYFD custody: 'The time for polite reform has passed'

Rebecca Dow, the state representative for New Mexico’s 38th District, said state child welfare officials are avoiding accountability under the guise of confidentiality following the death of a 16-year-old in their custody.

State Sen. Thornton: Childhood literacy 'should be taught year round'

Ant Thornton, the state senator for New Mexico’s District 19, advocated for expanding the use of the "science of reading" methodology throughout the entire year rather than limiting it to summer school.

State Rep. Lord on reform failures: 'Children are still dying under CYFD care'

Stefani Lord, the state representative for New Mexico's 22nd district, said that Democratic obstruction has hindered meaningful child welfare reform, leaving children vulnerable and failing to address systemic issues within the state's child...

State Rep. Lord: Democrats are 'inciting violence against me through lies'

State Representative Stefani Lord of New Mexico's 22nd District has accused the New Mexico Democratic Party of sending a "deceitful and inflammatory email" that she believes was intended to incite violence against her and her party.

Jean Bernstein on Building Flying Star and Navigating New Mexico’s Business Climate

Jean Bernstein, co-founder of the beloved Flying Star Café chain in Albuquerque, speaks with pride about her journey from disillusioned teacher to successful restaurateur.

Arts & Culture: Experiments in Cinema marks 20 years of visual alchemy

By Brian C. Nixon | Apr 25, 2025

I don’t know what it is about experimental film that attracts me. Maybe it’s the poetic nature of the medium, a nonlinear methodology of expression.

Jicarilla Nation urges action on deer licenses; Catron County raises wolf concerns

The Jicarilla Apache Nation has requested the New Mexico State Game Commission to take emergency measures to reduce deer licenses in a hunting unit near their lands.

Court rules on status of Ghanaian student in favor as case continues