New Mexico Sun




Mystery series focuses on Native American lifestyle: ‘We’ve been telling our stories for thousands of years’

A new AMC mystery series filmed primarily in New Mexico offers an authentic take on the Native American experience, something Hollywood has been slow to embrace.


President Biden visit disappoints Las Vegas residents: 'I think he should come and see all the damage'

Residents of Las Vegas, New Mexico, aren’t very happy that President Biden viewed the devastation caused by the Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire from the air, but didn’t bother to visit with anyone on the ground.


Pride parade returns to Albuquerque, attendees celebrate ‘being able to be who you are finally’

The PrideFest Parade returned to Albuquerque recently for the first time since the pandemic began, drawing an enthusiastic crowd.




Tech company launches unmanned helium-filled station over New Mexico desert: 'Every flight is a big deal'

A technology company test-launched an airship from the New Mexico desert last week, taking a critical step toward providing an option, other than satellites and airplanes, to boost internet connectivity and collect other data.


New technology could prevent DWIs: ‘We have the technology, the determination, and the law to stop it’

Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) has first-hand knowledge of the dangers of drunk driving.


Speed cameras to monitor reckless Albuquerque drivers: 'When you talk to residents who live here, they’re afraid to cross the road'

Drivers, beware: There are three new mobile speed cameras in the city, waiting to capture those driving faster than they should be.


Staff shortages at Metropolitan Detention Center are dire: 'I'm scared something bad is going to happen'

Albuquerque jails are in a crisis, and this time it isn't the prisoners who are causing the problem.


Rising cost of goods driving return of bill surcharges: 'Unfortunately, it’s something that our restaurant has had to impose on the customers'

The rise in costs of goods has forced restaurants to do something they don’t want to do: add a small surcharge to the final bill.


Albuquerque CofC's Cole: Community 'desperately needs and lacks overnight sheltering for the homeless'

The number of homeless in Albuquerque is rising and needs to be addressed before the situation worsens.


Bears 'have come out of hibernation,' are entering populated areas of New Mexico

Warnings are being issued instructing residents to be on the lookout for bears who are leaving their drought and fire-ravaged forests in search of food.


New Mexico Legal Aid helps fire victims apply for relief: 'People are going to have difficulty'

New Mexico Legal Aid is offering its services to help wildfire victims fill out applications for relief and other legal needs.


Soccer stadium funds targeted for city projects: ‘We are really trying to find a balance so taxpayers can see something for their buck’

The Albuquerque City Council voted to use $100 million in bonds to fund quality of life projects throughout the city, including building a swimming pool and widening overcrowded roads


Otero County commissioner on recent vote to eliminate vote-counting machines: 'I am talking about the 2022 election and the 2024 election and the 2026 election'

The Otero County commission is seeking changes in how elections are held and ballots are counted, which would include the elimination of vote-counting machines and ballot drop boxes.


Santa Fe promotes awareness: ‘We renew our commitment to reduce gun violence’

Santa Fe civic and political leaders gathered to proclaim June 3 as Gun Violence Awareness Day.


Options available for NM businesses devastated by fires: ‘Just because you get approved doesn’t mean you have to take the money’

Representatives from various government agencies recently held a virtual conference to list options available to New Mexicans whose businesses were severely impacted by wildfires in the state.


APS bus driver on crash that injured students: 'By the time I had pretty much cleared (the intersection), the guy came and hit the back'

A civil lawsuit has been filed in the case where a Mustang driven by Mario Perez crashed into an Albuquerque Public Schools bus in February, injuring several middle school students.