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New Mexico Conference on Aging offers diverse activities for older adults

The 47th Annual New Mexico Conference on Aging is set to take place from September 23 to September 25, 2025, at the Glorieta Conference Center.


New Mexico seeks vendors to cut prescription costs for public employees

The New Mexico Health Care Authority has announced a request for proposals (RFPs) to find new pharmaceutical benefits management services aimed at reducing prescription drug costs for over 168,000 public employees and their families across the state.


New Mexico Environment Department moves Albuquerque services to Rio Rancho amid building issues

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has closed its Downtown Albuquerque office, shifting all in-person services to the Rio Rancho field office.


New Mexico monitors tritium venting at Los Alamos Lab

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) will oversee a tritium venting operation at Los Alamos National Laboratory this weekend.


Mora County flood victims get extended tax deadlines

Taxpayers in Mora County, New Mexico, affected by recent flooding have been granted additional time to file their personal and business taxes.


John Karl O'Brien found guilty of attempted murder against New Mexico judge

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced that a jury found John Karl O’Brien guilty in an attempted murder case.


New Mexico AG criticizes Supreme Court ruling on racial profiling

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has criticized a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that permits federal agents to continue stopping and detaining individuals based on race, ethnicity, language, or type of work.


Former detective sentenced to six years for child exploitation crimes

A former detective from the Sandoval County Sheriff's Office has been sentenced to six years in prison for charges related to child sexual abuse material.


Taylor-Mesilla becomes eighth New Mexico historic site after decades-long wait

After more than 20 years of anticipation, the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site in Mesilla, New Mexico, is set to open as the state's eighth historic site.


Prehistoric plant discovered by researchers in Socorro County

A team of researchers from the Smithsonian and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science has discovered a new plant species in Socorro County, New Mexico.


The Grant Plant surpasses $400 million milestone in client funding

The Grant Plant, a women-led grant consulting firm based in New Mexico, has reached a milestone by securing over $400 million in funding for its clients.


New Mexico United loses late to FC Tulsa; Rivas surpasses career milestone

New Mexico United's two-game winning streak ended with a 1-0 defeat to FC Tulsa at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park.


Arts & Culture: Raven Chacon Discusses Forthcoming City-Wide Composition, Tiguex

To call composer and artist Raven Chacon a “creative” is an understatement.


Sergio Rivas reaches milestone with over 10,000 USL minutes at New Mexico United

New Mexico United midfielder Sergio Rivas has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 10,000 regular-season minutes played in the USL Championship.


New Mexico United prepares for crucial match against FC Tulsa amid playoff chase

New Mexico United will host FC Tulsa this Saturday during their annual Meow Wolf Night, continuing a homestand that has seen the team secure back-to-back wins.


New Mexico DPS forensic labs achieve international reaccreditation across all locations

All three forensic laboratories operated by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) in Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and Hobbs have been reaccredited to international standards across all forensic disciplines.


New Mexico Museum of Space History upgrades planetarium with advanced projection technology

The New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium at the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo has completed an upgrade to its projection system.


NM MainStreet districts prepare for Route 66 Centennial celebrations

Ten MainStreet districts in New Mexico are preparing for the 2026 Centennial celebration of Route 66, with plans to highlight their small businesses, historic sites, and community events.


Senator Crystal Brantley Urges Wolf Delisting to Protect Rural Communities

The Mexican gray wolf, reintroduced to New Mexico in 1998 under the Endangered Species Act, is one of the state’s most divisive wildlife issues.


Western New Mexico women’s cross country finishes ninth at Texas Tech Invitational

Western New Mexico University's women's cross country team finished ninth at the Texas Tech Invitational held in Lubbock, Texas.