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New Mexico State Rep. John Block said he started a conservative news site to provide an alternative to mainstream media in the state, expanding it in 2020 to include both opinion and news coverage, especially during COVID. Block was a guest on a recent episode of the Tipping Point New Mexico podcast.

New Mexico advances trio of bills targeting statewide behavioral health improvements

Senate Bill 1 aims to establish a billion-dollar trust fund for behavioral health initiatives across New Mexico.

UNM law alumnus joins prestigious Obama Foundation Leaders program

Sheldon Spotted Elk, a 2010 graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Law and a member of the Northern Cheyenne Nation, has been selected to join the Obama Foundation Leaders program.

UNM law faculty contribute to AALS conference on legal education challenges

The Association of American Law Schools (AALS) hosted its annual conference titled "Courage in Action" in San Francisco, California, from January 7 to January 11, 2025.

Gateway Center expands services under leadership of Rep. Cristina Parajón

Cristina Parajón, a New Mexico State Representative and first-year law student, has been instrumental in the development of the Gateway Center in Albuquerque.

House committee advances controversial Green Amendment amid opposition

A recent decision by the House Government, Elections and Indian Affairs Committee has moved HJR 3, known as the Green Amendment, forward with a do-pass recommendation.

Conference focuses on tribal co-stewardship opportunities

To conclude 2024, the Native American Rights Fund (NARF) and First Nations Development Institute (FNDI) co-hosted a national conference titled "Shared Horizons: Navigating Tribal Co-Stewardship and Co-Management Opportunities."

Aja N. Brooks becomes first Black president of State Bar of New Mexico

On December 11, 2024, Aja N. Brooks was inaugurated as the 2025 President of the State Bar of New Mexico, marking her as the organization's 139th president.

EQNM anticipates active legislative session amid federal challenges

By New Mexico Sun | Feb 2, 2025

EQNM has been actively involved in the legislative session in Santa Fe since it began.

New Mexico legislature faces bill postponements amid healthcare compact approvals

The legislative day in New Mexico saw unexpected delays as three anticipated bills were postponed.

Public rights to New Mexico streams reinforced by courts

Jason Kerkmans, reflecting on his upbringing influenced by an avid fly-fishing grandfather, recently discussed the need to raise public awareness about stream access rights in New Mexico.

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center appoints Monique Fragua as new CEO

Monique Fragua has been appointed as the new CEO of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC).

Senator Brandt announces bill to prohibit antisemitic discrimination

New Mexico Senator Craig Brandt announced that he has introduced SB 195, a bill prohibiting antisemitic discrimination to address and prevent it statewide.

President of NMBC on HB 11: 'PFMLA will be funded by the largest wage tax increase in NM history'

Carla Sonntag, president and co-founder of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), said that HB 11, the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA), would result in the largest wage tax increase in state history.

CEO of GACC on new crime bills: 'Nothing is more terrifying to a student' than swatting

Terri Cole, President and CEO of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC), has called for stronger penalties for swatting, firearm trafficking, and organized crime.

CCIA announces a parent’s guide on explicit books in LCPS

The Coalition of Conservatives in Action (CCIA) has released a parent's guide listing over 95 books in Las Cruces Public Schools that they deem age-inappropriate and explicit.

Deming Station agents stop human smuggling attempt, arrest illegal immigrant

Agents with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Deming Station have arrested an individual for allegedly smuggling two unaccompanied minors.

New Mexico legislature debates oil and gas industry impact

The New Mexico Legislative Session of 2025 is witnessing significant activity as numerous bills aimed at altering the oil and gas industry's influence on the state advance through The Roundhouse.

Former finance director discusses New Mexico's fiscal conditions at chamber meeting

David Abbey, the former director of the Legislative Finance Council, addressed the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors on January 24.

New Mexico ranks last in education despite increased spending