New Mexico Sun


New Mexico launches initiative for America's 250th anniversary celebration

The New Mexico Semi-Quincentennial Commission has launched "NM 1776," a statewide initiative to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.


LCPD offers free child ID cards at upcoming event

Las Cruces police are set to host an Ident-A-Child event on July 25 at the East Mesa Public Safety Complex.


Las Cruces Police seek volunteers for victim advocate team

The Las Cruces Police Department is seeking volunteers for its Victims’ Assistance Unit's Victim Advocate Team.


Las Cruces seeks public input for Young Park master plan

The City of Las Cruces is inviting residents to participate in the development of a master plan for Young Park.


NMANS announces essay contest for middle and high school students

The New Mexico Association of Non-public Schools (NMANS) has announced the launch of an essay competition for middle and high school students.


Old Lincoln Days returns with events celebrating Billy the Kid

Visitors are invited to celebrate the history of Billy the Kid and Historic Lincoln during Old Lincoln Days.


New Mexico Museum hosts year-long exhibit on radio-controlled flight history

The New Mexico Museum of Space History is set to unveil a new exhibit titled "Skywired," which explores the history of radio-controlled aviation.


New Mexico leads multistate effort to protect mental health funding in schools

Attorney General Raúl Torrez has announced that New Mexico is spearheading a multistate coalition to file an amicus brief in support of Silver Consolidated Schools.


New Mexico DOJ warns flood victims of potential scams

The New Mexico Department of Justice has issued a warning to residents affected by the recent floods in Ruidoso about potential scams that often follow natural disasters.


State Services Expo offers aid to Silver City residents post-wildfires

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's administration is organizing a State Services Expo in Silver City on Thursday, July 17, 2025.


New Mexico reviews abatement plan for Elephant Butte landfill contamination

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is currently reviewing a Stage 1 Abatement Plan aimed at addressing chloride and manganese contamination at a former landfill site in Elephant Butte.


Boil water advisories issued in Ruidoso area due to flooding

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is collaborating with several public water systems in the Ruidoso area after severe flooding caused damage and service disruptions.


Medicaid cuts threaten healthcare access in rural New Mexico

The recent passage of H.R. 1, a federal reconciliation bill, has sparked concern in rural New Mexico communities such as Carlsbad.


Grant County fire victims have until July 16 to replace lost SNAP benefits

Residents of Grant County affected by the Trout Fire have until July 16 to request emergency replacement of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.


Valencia County fire victims urged to replace lost SNAP benefits by July 21

Valencia County residents affected by the Desert Willow Complex Fire have until July 21 to request emergency replacement of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.


State Personnel Board schedules special meeting for July 18 in Santa Fe

The State Personnel Board has announced a special meeting scheduled for Friday, July 18, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will take place in person at the Willie Ortiz Auditorium located at 2600 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505.


NMSSA condemns July 13 church shooting in Kentucky

The New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) has expressed its disapproval of the shooting incident that took place at Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky, on Sunday, July 13, 2025.


 Zach Fort Champions Gun Rights in New Mexico

New Mexico has become a flashpoint in America’s battle over gun rights, with lawmakers introducing sweeping legislation that gun advocates say threatens constitutional freedoms.


Local distillery receives state aid for expansion in Taos

Rolling Still Distillery, a women-owned and family-run craft distillery based in Taos, has received state economic assistance.


Ececd announces rate increase for early intervention services in FY26

Julia Sclafani, a Public Relations Specialist, announced that the New Mexico Early Childhood Education & Care Department (ECECD) will implement a 7% rate increase for early intervention services in fiscal year 2026.