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By Brian C. Nixon | May 28, 2025
I first heard of the seminal string quartet Brooklyn Rider on NPR’s All Things Considered. If my memory serves me correctly, it was around 2010.
By Robert Witsenhausen | May 28, 2025
In my last column, I wrote about a grassroots petition drive to save single-family zoning in Las Cruces. I promised to give an update after the petition signatures were counted.
By Sarah Smith | May 28, 2025
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is taking action to ban the use of synthetic food dyes, including Red Dye 3, Yellow Dye 5, Blue Dye 1, and others. This is long overdue.
By Gail Armstrong | May 28, 2025
The media needs to stop saying, “the legislature failed to…” when discussing New Mexico’s persistent challenges—particularly in healthcare and crime.
By New Mexico Sun | May 28, 2025
The New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) has released legislator scores for the 2025 session, evaluating lawmakers based on business-related priorities set at the session's outset.
By Nickie McCarty | May 28, 2025
As believers in Jesus Christ, we are called to be discerning about the systems we support—especially when those systems affect how we live, work, and care for one another.
By New Mexico Sun | May 27, 2025
Jeff Apodaca is rooted in New Mexico. The son of former Governor Jerry Apodaca, he was a high school football state champion and grew up immersed in the state’s political and cultural fabric.
By New Mexico Sun | May 27, 2025
Desert Forge Foundation, based in Albuquerque, is making strides in veteran rehabilitation through sustainable agriculture.
By New Mexico Sun | May 27, 2025
College enrollment in New Mexico has risen for the second year in a row, with a 4.2% increase this spring compared to the same period last year.
By New Mexico Sun | May 27, 2025
Common Cause New Mexico is strengthening its grassroots presence by appointing Cesar Marquez as the new Senior Organizer.
By New Mexico Sun | May 27, 2025
The New Mexico Economic Development Department is calling for proposals to allocate $25 million in state funds.
By New Mexico Sun | May 26, 2025
Today, Deb Haaland attended the Albuquerque Memorial Day Ceremony to honor those who died serving the United States.
By New Mexico Sun | May 26, 2025
This Memorial Day, a moment is taken to express deep gratitude for the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives in service to the country.
By New Mexico Sun | May 26, 2025
In Albuquerque, New Mexico, Deb Haaland, a candidate for governor, has criticized recent House GOP legislation that proposes significant cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs.
By New Mexico Sun | May 25, 2025
Condé Nast Traveler has recognized Albuquerque as one of the "19 Best Family Vacation Spots in the United States."
By New Mexico Sun | May 24, 2025
Books by Mail, a service of the New Mexico State Library, marks its 50th anniversary.
By New Mexico Sun | May 24, 2025
After 25 years of service in state government, Diana Barela has decided to retire.
By New Mexico Sun | May 24, 2025
The New Mexico Department of Health and the New Mexico Health Care Authority have partnered with BlueCross BlueShield of New Mexico, Molina Healthcare, Presbyterian, and United Healthcare to assist Medicaid members in quitting tobacco and nicotine.
By New Mexico Sun | May 24, 2025
Books by Mail, a service provided by the New Mexico State Library, marks its 50th anniversary of delivering books directly to patrons' mailboxes.
By New Mexico Sun | May 24, 2025
Equality New Mexico (EQNM) is gearing up for Pride season with a focus on community, connection, and conversation amid ongoing challenges faced by LGBTQ communities.
