New Mexico Sun


Arts & Culture: An Exhibit That Bears a Striking Resemblance to a Retrospective—Bryan Konefsky

To say that artist and filmmaker Bryan Konefsky knows how to make an impact is an understatement.


Museum of International Folk Art announces new exhibition on art traditions addressing social issues

Truths Be Told: Artists Activate Traditions, a new exhibition at the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, will run from December 5, 2025, to January 20, 2027.


New Mexico State Library highlights archival work during American Archives Month

October marks American Archives Month, a time when institutions across the United States highlight the importance of archives and the work of archivists.


Deb Haaland pledges support for permanent acequia funding at South Valley meeting

Deb Haaland, who is running for governor of New Mexico, met with leaders from the South Valley Regional Acequia on Sunday.


OPINION: Albuquerque needs new leadership

The Albuquerque mayor’s race is one of the most critical issues facing our entire state at this time. We need new leadership, and I believe the best opportunity to achieve that is with Louie Sanchez.


Lockheed Martin’s X-59 completes first flight in partnership with NASA

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and NASA have announced the successful first flight of the X-59, a supersonic aircraft designed to reduce the sonic boom associated with high-speed travel.


Eastern New Mexico’s Jarius Stewart named D2Football.com national offensive player of the week

Eastern New Mexico University quarterback Jarius Stewart has been named the national offensive player of the week by D2Football.com.


New Mexico launches $1 million study on Medicaid behavioral health services

New Mexico has initiated a $1 million study to evaluate and improve health care and social services for Medicaid members with serious mental illness or substance use disorders.


Rep. Lord on Sarah McArthur controversial remarks: 'Hatred isn't empowerment. Bigotry isn't progress'

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, expressed her views on derogatory comments made by Roswell school board candidate Sarah McArthur.


Rep. Dow on explicit school library content: Parents are a child's primary educator, 'not the government'

Rebecca Dow, a House Representative from New Mexico, emphasized the importance of parental involvement in scrutinizing public school and library materials.


Rep. Dow on the 2026 election: 'Please for the love of NM, vote in some balance'

Rebecca Dow, House Representative of New Mexico, said that voters should seek greater political balance in the 2026 elections and evaluate policies based on outcomes rather than intentions.


Rep. Lord: Rio Rancho school union 'has become a campaign arm of the radical Left'

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, has expressed concerns regarding the Rio Rancho School Employees’ Union.


Rep. Block on health care funding: 'I voted against socialist health care funded by you, the taxpayers'

John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, expressed his opposition to taxpayer-funded health care and Planned Parenthood funding.


Rep. Block: Christine Chandler 'admitting to literally feeding fentanyl addiction'

John Block, a Representative from New Mexico, said that House Judiciary Chair Christine Chandler acknowledged giving cash to vagrants in opposition to panhandling laws.


Sen. Block on economic outlook: 'Inflation is low, stock market is at record highs'

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, said that President Trump's economic strategy continues to yield strong results.


Sen. Block on inflation and markets: 'Trust the American consumer and the policies of this administration'

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has expressed that Americans should focus on consumer confidence and the current administration's policies rather than expert predictions.


Sen. Thornton on explicit school library content: 'Young children should not be exposed to this nonsense'

Ant Thornton, Senator of New Mexico, said that schools and libraries should better inform parents about book content and prevent young children from accessing inappropriate materials.


Governor Lujan Grisham responds as USDA suspends SNAP benefits affecting thousands in New Mexico

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham responded to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for 42 million people across the country, starting November 1.


House Republican Leader Armstrong on media edits: 'The wording that they put in changed the whole narrative'

Gail Armstrong, the House Republican leader for the New Mexico House of Representatives, has said that her op-ed was altered in a manner that changed its meaning.


May Center for Learning Director on structured literacy: 'Why are we not adopting biliteracy structured literacy programs?'

Megan Rosker, Director of Admissions and Outreach for the May Center for Learning, has emphasized the school's commitment to supporting neurodivergent students.