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By Brian C. Nixon | Nov 19, 2024
History barely remembers Asa Whitney, Theodore Judah, and Lewis Clement, or the thousands of other Americans—Native, Chinese, Irish, Italian, German, Japanese and African—who helped build the first transcontinental railroad.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 19, 2024
The Native-led nonprofit organization Tewa Women United (TWU), based in Española, New Mexico, has released two independent scientific reports.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 19, 2024
The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) has proposed a budget aimed at improving services for seniors and disabled adults in the state.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 19, 2024
Recent exit polls conducted by the National Election Pool and Edison Research have included data on Native voter preferences in the 2024 presidential election.
By Sarah Smith | Nov 18, 2024
In 2023, the NM legislature and Governor signed law HB7, which requires that school districts must not “interfere” in any way with children accessing transgender (and abortion) procedures. Despite what some lawmakers have said about this law, there is no requirement for parental notification and there are no age restrictions for children to access these procedures. Schools can be fined $5,000 per instance if teachers or nurses “interfere” by talking to children's parents about their transgender procedures.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 18, 2024
With a significant number of state representatives and senators retiring this year, New Mexico anticipated many new faces in the Legislature for 2025.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 18, 2024
Santa Fe New Mexican reported on November 17, 2024, that new legislative leaders have been selected following caucus meetings in Santa Fe.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 18, 2024
The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW) recently participated in the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 18, 2024
Registered apprenticeships are recognized as a leading model for job training programs, offering workers essential skills and pathways to well-paying jobs that can support families and uplift communities.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 18, 2024
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is organizing the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 16, 2024
The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education has approved East Mountain High School's expansion to include middle school instruction.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 16, 2024
Southern New Mexico is facing a mental health crisis among its youth, reflecting a nationwide trend.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 16, 2024
Members of the New Mexico Senate Democratic Caucus convened to select their leadership for the upcoming 57th Legislature.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2024
Pecos Valley Production, a cannabis company rooted in Roswell, has opened a new location on Alameda Boulevard in Albuquerque.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 14, 2024
City officials in Albuquerque have commenced construction on the ABQ BioPark's latest garden, "Lebanon and Beyond," set to open in fall 2025.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2024
New Mexico voters have approved GO Bond 3, a $230 million statewide bond, which will fund over 40 projects at the state's colleges, universities, and specialty schools.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2024
Three state agencies in New Mexico—the Departments of Transportation, Tourism, and Environment—have awarded $4.7 million in grants to 97 local entities.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2024
The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) is sharing the excitement of Native high school students who are preparing to graduate in December and May.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 12, 2024
The Oil Conservation Commission in New Mexico is set to review proposed changes to PFAS regulations concerning oil and gas usage.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 12, 2024
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Steve Graham as the new director of the New Mexico Film Office, effective immediately.
