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Powerball jackpot reaches $1.3 billion; New Mexicans win nearly $2 million

The Powerball jackpot for the drawing on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, is estimated at $1.3 billion, with a cash value of $589 million.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández highlights labor rights and calls for transparency in recent posts

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used social media on September 1-2, 2025 to address labor rights concerns and advocate for increased government transparency as Congress resumed session.


Interfaith Power & Light urges EPA not to delay methane emission standards

At a recent public hearing, Ruth Striegel, Board Chair of New Mexico/El Paso Region Interfaith Power and Light, addressed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about its decision to delay methane emission standards for oil and gas operations.


Deb Haaland discusses unions' strength and conservation efforts in recent posts

Deb Haaland used her social media accounts on September 1-2 to discuss the importance of unions in New Mexico’s workforce strength while also highlighting local conservation efforts with Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project.


New Mexico State Library offers free professional development events for library staff in September

The New Mexico State Library has announced a series of free professional development opportunities for library staff and managers throughout September 2025.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham highlights economic and cultural strengths of New Mexico

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham used her social media platform on August 31 and September 1 to spotlight New Mexico’s economic contributions from its state parks, acknowledge its sovereign tribal nations’ historical presence and governance...


Sam Bregman shares updates on teen charged with threatening school crossing guard

Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman posted updates between August 29 and September 1, 2025, regarding charges against a teen accused of threatening a Jackson Middle School crossing guard.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández reflects on Zozobra festival and unity in Santa Fe

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted about the sense of joy and unity experienced during Santa Fe's annual Zozobra festival on August 31, 2025.


New Mexico warns against unlicensed online food sales

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has issued a warning about potential health risks associated with unlicensed food vendors selling cooked meals, such as enchilada plates and meal preps, through social media platforms like Facebook...


New Mexico offers funds for innovative brackish water projects

The New Mexico Environment Department, in partnership with the Office of the State Engineer, has announced a funding opportunity aimed at developing brackish water projects across the state.


Caution urged for visitors to Eagle Nest Lake due to harmful algae bloom

Visitors to Eagle Nest Lake in Colfax County are being advised to exercise caution due to a potentially harmful algae bloom.


New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference opens registration for November event

Registration is now open for the 28th annual New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference (NMIFC), scheduled to take place from November 3–7 at the Albuquerque Convention Center.


New Mexico schedules property tax auctions in five counties this September

The New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department is set to conduct delinquent property tax auctions in five counties this September.


New agreement seeks resolution in long-standing Rio Grande water dispute

New Mexico, Texas, Colorado, and the United States have filed a package of settlement agreements with the Special Master in the U.S. Supreme Court case Texas v. New Mexico and Colorado.


New Mexico AG takes over violent crime cases from McKinley County DA

Attorney General Raúl Torrez has intervened in two violent crime cases initially dismissed by McKinley County District Attorney Bernadine Martin.


Tribal law enforcement summit hosted by Attorney General Torrez fosters collaboration

Attorney General Raúl Torrez recently hosted a Tribal Law Enforcement Summit in New Mexico, gathering leaders from various law enforcement agencies, including tribal police departments, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the New Mexico...


New Mexico AG halts illegal lien filings on Albuquerque homes

The New Mexico Department of Justice has taken action against Boreworxx Construction, LLC for illegally filing liens on nearly 200 homes in Albuquerque.


New Mexico Museum honors 9/11 heroes with Climb the Cube event

The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo is set to host an event honoring the first responders of 9/11.


State Engineer denies Copper Flat Mine's request for major groundwater transfer

The State Engineer of New Mexico has denied an application from Tulla Resources to transfer water rights needed to reopen the Copper Flat Mine near Hillsboro in southern New Mexico.


Western New Mexico Mustangs host Adams State for season opener

The Western New Mexico University Mustangs are set to face the Adams State Grizzlies today at 6:00 p.m. at Ben Altamirano Field in Silver City, New Mexico.