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Connie Elizabeth V. Hill 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.


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

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


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.


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.


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).


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.


Veritas International University: Unique backgrounds bring classical Christian higher education to New Mexico

It sounds like a bad joke gone wrong: What does a former professional baseball player, a post-punk musician, a jujitsu master, the protestant reformation, and Sodom and Gomorrah have in common?


Sharebite CEO on SNAP risks: 'New Mexico has America's highest percentage of residents who rely on SNAP'

Dilip Rao, Chief Executive Officer of Sharebite, responded to the New Mexico Sun regarding federal cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).


New Mexico United faces Hartford Athletic as Tambakis nears USL Championship milestones

New Mexico United will play Hartford Athletic in a cross-conference match on Wednesday.


New Mexico True campaign recognized as finalist in Skift IDEA Awards

New Mexico's tourism sector has received another recognition, as the New Mexico True "Living Legends" campaign was named a finalist for the 2025 Skift IDEA Awards in the "Creative Thinkers: Content" category.


Unm athletics offers free admission to select sporting events for greater community engagement

The University of New Mexico Athletics Department has announced that admission to women’s soccer, softball, baseball, and outdoor track & field events will now be free for the general public.


Noel, Harris score in season debuts for New Mexico United

Valentin Noel and Dayonn Harris each scored in their season debuts, helping New Mexico United secure a shootout win over San Antonio FC in the Jägermeister Cup.