New Mexico Sun


San Juan County GOP calls on medical center to support healthcare workers against governor's 'hardline mandatory vaccinations'

San Juan County lawmakers are urging the San Juan Regional Medical Center (SJRMC) to support local healthcare staff against the governor's mandate requiring vaccination.


'It depends on the mandate': Keller, Gonzales debate city business legislation during 'interview' for Albuquerque mayor's job

Local pro-business nonprofit organization New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) hosted a Business and Social Hour (BASH) last month, during which a job interview-style discussion was held with Albuquerque mayoral candidates Tim Keller and Manny Gonzales, who face off in the Nov. 2 election.


Home of embezzler who committed 'one of the largest public frauds against New Mexico schools' on market for $1.8 million

A multi-million dollar home that was once owned by a man convicted of embezzling funds from New Mexico schools is up for sale to help cover the restitution he owes to the state.


New Mexico's Dow offers prayers in wake of 'heartbreaking' Kabul airport attack

On Aug. 26, two suicide bombers and gunmen attacked the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, killing 12 U.S. Troops and 60 Afghans.


'It's Economics 101': Texas study offers cautionary tale for small business in wake of New Mexico's paid sick leave mandate

As many New Mexico businesses struggle to survive and recover from the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, “paid sick leave” ordinances have been hampering many businesses' ability to recover.


New Mexico's Harrell blasts Biden for withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan as 'complete tactical failure and international embarrassment'

New Mexico State Rep. Herrell recently went on record to denounce Pres. Biden's administration over how the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan was conducted.


Household power, water, irrigation affected: 2022 operating conditions for Lake Powell, Lake Mead released amid 'news of worsening drought conditions'

The Bureau of Reclamation has released the 2022 operating conditions for Lake Powell and Lake Mead. Drought is causing both lakes to be at lower levels than normal, which is affecting irrigation for farms, hydropower and household water for millions in the West.


'I need another four years' – Keller, Gonzales 'interview' for Albuquerque mayor's job

On July 15, local pro-business nonprofit organization New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) hosted a Business and Social Hour (BASH), during which they held "job interview" style discussions with mayoral candidates Tim Keller and Manny Gonzales for the upcoming November 2 election.


'When you walk through our door, you're family': The Pantry in Santa Fe serves up traditional New Mexican diner cuisine

The Pantry is a family owned restaurant in Santa Fe that has been serving up North New Mexico diner food for almost 75 years.


'What is your plan to reduce the homeless population in Albuquerque?': Mayoral candidates Keller, Gonzales engage in mock interviews

On July 15, the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) hosted a Business and Social Hour (BASH) and asked Albuquerque mayoral candidates, Tim Keller and Manny Gonzales, how they would address the issue of homelessness in the city.


'Parents have no voice today in New Mexico': Gubernatorial candidate Block condemns New Mexico PED mask requirements for schools

The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) recently released its updated mask policy for the upcoming school year.


Kokinadis: Biden's approval rating its lowest yet because 'when Americans start feeling the pain at home, opinions change'

A recently published Gallup opinion poll shows that President Joe Biden's approval rating has dropped to a new low of 50%.


Keller signs $1.26 billion budget to make Albuquerque 'a safer, healthier, and more resilient city'

The City of Albuquerque's $1.26 billion operating budget got a nearly $60 million federal boost.


'I’m not sure we’ve seen the worst of it': U.S. Surgeon General warns of pandemic's mental health impact during Santa Fe visit

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recently visited New Mexico and met with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham at the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe to discuss the unseen impact of the pandemic on people in the form for mental health issues.


Duhigg's new career as 'cannabis attorney' raises questions about conflict of interest

New Mexico State Sen. Katy Duhigg (D-Albuquerque)—a sponsor of the Cannabis Regulation Act—recently formed a law firm specializing in the cannabis industry.


'The issue of masks, athletics and activities': As New Mexico fully reopens schools for in-person learning, students still required to mask up

As the state of New Mexico is within its first week of fully reopening, many conservatives are criticizing the state's handling of COVID-19 guidelines for children.


Forbes report: Solar energy could be 300 times more toxic to environment than nuclear energy

A June 21 Forbes article by Michael Shellenberger argues that solar energy is not as environmentally friendly as green energy supporters say and that it is more toxic to the environment than nuclear energy.


Martinez touts guaranteed basic income as a way to lift families in 'a positive and transformational way'

Starting next month, some parents will start collecting child tax credits instead of waiting until the end of the year.


New legislation seeks to support 'our military installations and families who serve'

Three bills signed into law recently by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will provide greater assistance to military families upon their deployment to New Mexico, according to a press release from the Office of the Governor.


After 'pulling out all the stops,' state is 60% vaccinated and poised to fully reopen

New Mexico is now less than a week away from lifting its COVID-19 mitigation measures for the first time in 16 months, according to CBS News, but only after successfully reaching the required 60% vaccination rate by offering $100 incentives to reluctant participants.