New Mexico Sun


The struggle for Safe Outdoor Spaces is being 'played off like a political football'

Republican Councilor Trudy Jones has angered at least one of her constituents by changing her mind and voting “No” to override Democrat Mayor Tim Keller’s veto of a one-year moratorium on the application process for Safe Outdoor Spaces.


Gallup's RMCH CEO: 'There are some services that we just can't provide the community'

Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital continues to struggle under huge financial losses, a situation that doesn’t appear as though it will improve any time soon.


Therapy dogs brighten spirits at Farmington hospital: 'My stress is reduced, so they make me really happy'

San Juan Regional Medical Center resumed its popular dog therapy program, which was temporarily halted during the pandemic.


ECHO program teaches doctors how to care for NM seniors

Doctors in New Mexico are learning how to treat the state’s growing elderly population.


Albuquerque School for Excellence gets National Blue Ribbon: 'We are very proud to receive that recognition'

The Albuquerque School for Excellence is being recognized for -- what else? -- excellence.



Poll shows Lujan Grisham has slight lead over Ronchetti in New Mexico gubernatorial race

Incumbent Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM) has a slight lead over her Republican challenger, Mark Ronchetti, according to a survey by Emerson College Polling/The Hill.


'It's going to be a great place in the center of the city': Midtown District Project enters preliminary stages

Officials behind the Midtown District Project recently met with the city of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee to give a progress report as the project enters its preliminary stages.


UNMH employee Hispanic Heritage Month celebration: 'I don't forget my Mexican roots'

The University of New Mexico Hospital kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with a celebration that featured speakers, music and snacks.


Courtesy Patrol supervisor: 'I mean, it’s dangerous, but it’s awesome helping motorists'

The Department of Transportation’s Courtesy Patrol program has helped motorists in New Mexico for the last 24 years.


Driver on metal bar in road: 'I kind of just braced myself for the impact'

Fernando Sosa Garcia said he is lucky to be alive after a four-foot-long metal bar crashed through his windshield while he was driving.


Edgewood residents at odds with school district over building demolition: 'They promised us to be able to use it for our community'

Residents of Edgewood, New Mexico, are fighting to keep an abandoned elementary school standing, even though the school district wants to tear it down.


Students to learn protocols for dealing with intruders 'in a world that can be scary and unkind'

In the wake of school shootings across the U.S., middle and high school students in Albuquerque are learning protocols for dealing with intruders who intend to do harm.


DOJ to let Albuquerque Police Department, city self-assess compliance requirements

The Justice Department and the city of Albuquerque have agreed to let the Albuquerque Police Department and the city self-assess compliance with federally mandated provisions intended to protect the public.


Albuquerque approves second 'safe outdoor space'

A second application for a “safe outdoor space” has been approved by the city of Albuquerque.


Youth chorus teaches children about music, positively impacts their mental health

The El Faro Youth Chorus helps children pursue their love of music and positively impacts their mental health.


Farmington Family Crisis Center holds seminar to protect seniors from scammers 'by education and awareness'

The Farmington Family Crisis Center held a free seminar this week to help educate people on the tactics used by scammers.


Albuquerque family's passion for collecting rocks leads to unique landscaping

A son’s love of geology has become a family passion that has turned their front yard into a sea of rocks.


Albuquerque pilot program reduces BioPark admission fees for state SNAP recipients

A new pilot program launched by the City of Albuquerque will reduce admission fees to BioPark and make two museums fee-free for SNAP recipients in New Mexico.


Sarah Kennedy: 'The Funny Fiesta actually has... a sample platter of every type of comedic art possible'

The Albuquerque Funny Fiesta returns for two weekends, featuring comedic talent from Albuquerque and national performers.