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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses WIC funding and commemorates October 7 victims

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used her social media platform in October 2025 to highlight issues including WIC funding shortfalls and to commemorate victims of an attack on October 7.


Mustangs face mixed results at ITA South Central Regional Championships

Yannik Rogulski and Mael Houee, representing Western New Mexico University, competed in the 2025 ITA DII Men's South Central Regional Championships in Wichita Falls, Texas.


Logan White: From New Mexico high school star to MLB executive

Logan L. White, born on November 29, 1961, in Humansville, Missouri, made a significant impact in the world of baseball, starting from his high school days in New Mexico.


Museum announces continuation of summer fellowship program for 2026

The Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) has announced the continuation of its Summer Research Fellowship Program for 2026.


El Palacio magazine wins multiple awards at IRMA conference

El Palacio, the magazine of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, has been recognized at the 45th annual International Regional Media Association (IRMA) conference in Calgary, Canada.


Las Cruces opens Pedrena Senior Living Apartments for affordable senior housing

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Mayor Eric Enriquez attended the opening of Pedrena Senior Living Apartments in Las Cruces on September 30.


Lockheed Martin unveils scalable Nomad VTOL drone family for multi-domain operations

Less than a year after demonstrating the flight efficiency and reliability of its rotor blown wing vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) uncrewed aerial system, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has introduced the Nomad family of aircraft.


State Rep. Block: Gov. Grisham's special session 'is a waste of time and money'

John Block, a state representative for New Mexico, has called on the governor to cancel an upcoming special session, citing concerns over wasted time and taxpayer resources.


State Rep. Dow on Democrats' legislative priorities: 'All you have to do is follow the money'

Rebecca Dow, a state representative for New Mexico, has voiced concerns regarding the intentions of Democrats to dismiss Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccination recommendations during a special legislative session.


State Rep. Lord on special session: ‘New Mexicans deserve better. We’re not giving up'

State Representative Stefani Lord of New Mexico has expressed concerns regarding the prioritization of funding items by Democrats while GOP bills were reportedly sidelined.


State Sen. Block: Instead of addressing the 'state's most pressing issues, Democrats expanded the Governor's power to mandate vaccinations'

State Senator Jay Block of New Mexico has criticized the recent special session, claiming it was used by Democrats to expand executive vaccine authority and increase abortion funding.


State Sen. Thornton on medical malpractice: 'Trial attorneys are refusing to do the right thing for the people of New Mexico'

State Senator Ant Thornton of New Mexico has raised concerns about the state's medical malpractice liability rules, suggesting they are contributing to a shortage of doctors and delaying patient care.


State Rep. Block: 'Every time the Radical Left calls us Nazis, they trivialize the Jews brutally murdered in the Holocaust'

State Representative John Block of New Mexico recently expressed concerns on the social media platform X regarding the use of terms like "Nazis" and "KKK" in political discourse.


New Mexico State Library seeks reader advisor for blind and print disabled program

The New Mexico State Library has announced an open position for a Reader Advisor at the Library for the Blind and Print Disabled.


Supreme Court leaves tribal gaming compacts intact by denying RunItOneTime appeal

In a decision seen as a major affirmation of Tribal sovereignty, the United States Supreme Court has declined to hear RunItOneTime LLC v. United States, leaving intact lower court rulings that upheld the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) and...


Carla and Larry Sonntag on Enforcing the Basics at Albuquerque’s Crime Crossroads

Public safety is at the center of Albuquerque’s coming mayoral election, with residents weighing concerns about violent and property crime, police staffing, and the fate of small businesses.


Las Cruces adopts new policy aimed at protecting immigrant communities

The Las Cruces City Council has approved a resolution, with a 5-2 vote, that aims to protect immigrant communities by reaffirming the city’s commitment to preventing discrimination and harassment.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham highlights education honors and economic developments in New Mexico

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham used her Twitter platform on October 5-6, 2025 to recognize educational excellence in Las Cruces schools; encourage more women applicants for the state police; and announce Pacific Fusion’s decision to build a $1...


New Mexico launches $80K loan repayment program for rural veterinarians

New Mexico has introduced a new loan repayment program for veterinarians, offering up to $80,000 in student debt relief to those who commit to working in rural communities for at least four years.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball hosts Lubbock Christian aiming to break losing streak

The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team will try to end a three-match losing streak when they host Lubbock Christian University on Tuesday.