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Connie Elizabeth Vigil on Transforming New Mexico’s Mental Health and Homelessness Crisis

A growing number of New Mexicans are demanding long-term fixes to the state’s homelessness, addiction, and mental health crises.


Sen. Block: New U.S.-EU trade agreement is 'great deal for Americans'

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has described the new U.S.-EU trade deal as a significant achievement for American businesses and farmers.


Sen. Block: 'You can thank slimy trial lawyers for the long waits for healthcare in New Mexico'

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has attributed the state's doctor shortages and long patient wait times in its healthcare system to trial lawyers and certain lawmakers.


Rep. Dow: 'Don’t blame PreK providers' for failures of the Early Childhood Education & Care Department

Rebecca Dow, a House Representative of New Mexico, has expressed concerns over the state's rapid expansion of universal PreK.


Automatic voter registration begins for Bernalillo County residents

Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) is now in effect for residents of Bernalillo County, New Mexico.


Ailyn Pérez replaces Marina Monzó in Santa Fe Opera's "The Marriage of Figaro

Soprano Ailyn Pérez is set to perform as the Countess in all remaining shows of "The Marriage of Figaro" at The Santa Fe Opera, starting July 31.


Deb Haaland highlights parks access, education funding and Medicaid concerns in recent tweets

Deb Haaland used Twitter on July 29-30, 2025 to discuss her efforts supporting parks accessibility in New Mexico, investment in public education—including meetings with Santo Domingo Head Start teachers—and concerns over proposed changes to...


Bernalillo County invites community input on economic development through public meetings

Bernalillo County is seeking feedback from the business community as it works to shape its economic development program.


EPA delays enforcement of methane pollution controls affecting New Mexico communities

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a delay in the implementation of updated methane pollution standards, originally set by the Biden administration under Section 111b of the Clean Air Act.


Hailey Heinz appointed director of policy, research at NM Early Childhood Department

Hailey Heinz has been named the new director of the Policy, Research, and Quality Initiatives Division at the New Mexico Early Childhood Education & Care Department (ECECD).


Josh Brown resigns as WNMU assistant athletics director for communications

Josh Brown will step down as Assistant Athletics Director for Communications at Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Mustang Athletics, effective July 31, 2025.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses DACA policy and election concerns in recent posts

U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernández addressed DACA policies under the Trump administration and raised concerns about upcoming elections in several tweets dated July 29–30, 2025.


Chamber board hears from APS school board candidates ahead of November election

Four candidates for the Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education spoke at the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting on July 24.


New Mexico United shut out by Hartford Athletic in road defeat

New Mexico United lost 4-0 to Hartford Athletic on Wednesday night in an away match.


Unm Lobos set new record with 231 scholar-athletes honored

The University of New Mexico Lobos have set a new record in the Mountain West for academic achievements.


New Mexico United acquires Valentin Noël from Las Vegas Lights FC

New Mexico United has announced the acquisition of midfielder Valentin Noël from Las Vegas Lights FC.


New Mexico United wins against San Antonio FC in penalty shootout

New Mexico United overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat San Antonio FC in a penalty shootout during the final round of USL Jägermeister Cup group play.


Museum of New Mexico Press earns three nominations for book design awards

The Museum of New Mexico Press has received nominations for three of its books in the Southwest Book Design Awards.


OPINION: Protect New Mexico’s children!

Do you know what books are in your child’s school library?


Arts & Culture: La Materia gives us the life of a guitar

In the book The Spirit of Flamenco: From Spain to New Mexico author Nicolasa Chavez sheds light on the story of flamenco and its worldwide appeal.