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The City of Las Cruces is set to host a dedication ceremony for a new public art sculpture, "Allochory," on November 13, 2025.

Albuquerque Public Schools students design new voting stickers for Bernalillo County

Voters in Bernalillo County will have a unique way to celebrate casting their ballots this year, thanks to the creative efforts of Albuquerque Public Schools art students.

Santa Fe Chamber hosts successful women's leadership summit

The Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the 2025 Women's Leadership Luncheon & Summit, bringing together over 400 women for a day of networking and inspiration.

Cindy Nava receives CSG award for leadership among emerging state officials

New Mexico State Senator Cindy Nava has been named a recipient of the 2025 CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award by the Council of State Governments.

House Republican leader criticizes new website tracking ICE operations

A New Mexico lawmaker has launched a website designed to report and track U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities across the state.

Martin Zamora announces bid for Congress against Teresa Leger Fernandez

Martin Zamora, a farmer, rancher, businessman, and state representative from Clovis, New Mexico, has announced his candidacy for Congress.

Los Angeles County expands Sikorsky FIREHAWK fleet with two new firefighting helicopters

The County of Los Angeles has entered into a new contract with Sikorsky, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, to acquire two additional S-70i FIREHAWK helicopters.

New Mexico allocates $30 million after loss of federal SNAP benefits

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that New Mexico will allocate $30 million in state funds beginning November 1 to support low-income residents who are set to lose federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to...

Common Cause New Mexico launches statewide bilingual voter protection program

Common Cause New Mexico has launched a statewide voter protection program ahead of Election Day, aiming to support voters as they head to the polls.

Lockheed Martin partners with Google Public Sector for secure on-premise generative AI deployment

Lockheed Martin and Google Public Sector have announced a new collaboration to bring Google's generative AI technology, including its Gemini models, into Lockheed Martin's secure on-premise environments.

Lockheed Martin invests $50 million in Saildrone for unmanned naval vehicle development

Lockheed Martin has announced a $50 million investment in Saildrone, a company specializing in maritime autonomous systems.

NMED seeks public input on PFAS exposure at Holloman Lake through new survey

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has initiated a nationwide survey targeting individuals who have visited Holloman Lake, also known as Raptor Lake.

Coalition sues USDA over suspension of SNAP benefits amid government shutdown

Attorney General Raúl Torrez, representing New Mexico, has initiated legal action against the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and its Secretary Brooke Rollins.

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 warns residents of mail scam threatening property seizure

The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department has issued a warning about a mail fraud scheme targeting residents.

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.

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