New Mexico Sun


Zico Bailey joins Philippine national team for AFC Asian Cup qualifiers

New Mexico United defender Zico Bailey has been selected to join the Philippine Men's National Football Team for the third round of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.


New Mexico United triumphs over Lexington SC after lengthy weather delay

New Mexico United secured a 2-1 victory over Lexington SC after enduring a nearly four-hour weather delay on Sunday night.


Opinion: State road funding lags despite budget surplus and new spending priorities

New Mexico is experiencing a growing shortfall in funding for its road infrastructure, with a recent report from the Albuquerque Journal indicating a $471.6 million gap for priority projects across the state.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández comments on health care premiums and looming government shutdown

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several updates between September 30 and October 1, 2025, addressing rising health care premiums and the potential government shutdown.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández outlines effects of government shutdown on New Mexico

On October 1, 2025, Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addressed the impacts of a government shutdown on New Mexico through several tweets.


Applied Research Associates launches indoctrination course targeting special purpose military equipment

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) has introduced a new Special Purpose Equipment Indoctrination Course designed to address specific training needs within the Department of Defense (DoD).


Museum of Indian Arts & Culture announces new exhibition focused on art and climate change

The Museum of Indian Arts & Culture (MIAC) in Santa Fe will open a new exhibition titled "Essential Elements: Art, Environment, and Indigenous Futures" in October 2025.


New Mexico DOT begins study to address Big I interchange traffic concerns

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has started a study to address congestion and safety issues at the I-25/I-40 interchange, commonly called the “Big I,” in Albuquerque.


New Mexico State Library shares October professional development events for library staff

The New Mexico State Library has announced a range of professional development opportunities for library staff and managers throughout October 2025.


Kirtland Air Force Base hosts expo on healthcare opportunities

On September 17, the 377th Medical Group at Kirtland Air Force Base organized the Bump and Beyond Expo.


Touro College opens first dental school in New Mexico

On September 16, Touro College of Dental Medicine, based in New York, inaugurated its new facility in southeast Albuquerque with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.


Governor calls special legislative session over federal funding cuts

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has called a special session of the New Mexico State Legislature to address significant federal funding cuts resulting from the Trump administration’s budget reconciliation bill, H.R.1, and related federal actions.


I-25 traffic adjustments planned for Balloon Fiesta week

Motorists in Albuquerque are advised to expect higher traffic volumes during the 2025 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, which will take place from October 4 to October 12.


Museum announces new exhibition on indigenous art and climate change

The Museum of Indian Arts & Culture (MIAC) in Santa Fe will open a new exhibition, Essential Elements: Art, Environment, and Indigenous Futures, in October 2025.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández urges action amid looming government shutdown

On September 30, 2025, Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several updates addressing congressional gridlock and urging Speaker Johnson to swear in Adelita Grijalva as Arizona's representative.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes possible government shutdown's impact on service members

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several times on X between September 29-30 criticizing a potential government shutdown and highlighting its effect on military personnel in New Mexico.


Teresa Leger Fernández addresses congressional standoff over potential government shutdown

Representative Teresa Leger Fernández posted on September 30, 2025 about Democratic efforts to prevent a government shutdown.


BCBSNM marks one year of expanded maternal health initiative

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico (BCBSNM) is marking the first anniversary of its expanded Special Beginnings® Maternal and Infant Health Initiative.


New Mexico offers new grants to boost organizations supporting creative industries

Organizations in New Mexico that support creative industries can now apply for grant funding of up to $62,500.


New Mexico launches electric school bus pilot program at select schools

GreenPower Motor Company Inc. and the New Mexico Economic Development Department have announced the start of a two-year pilot project to deploy all-electric, zero-emission school buses in New Mexico.