By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
The Independent Petroleum Association of New Mexico (IPANM) has joined a coalition of oil and gas trade associations in filing a lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The coalition, led by Western Energy Alliance, is challenging the new BLM Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process Rule that was introduced last month. The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court in the District of Wyoming.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
The Art Bus Shelter art exhibit is seeking artists to feature their work at one of six Las Cruces bus shelters. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
Republican Texas Senator Ted Cruz has introduced a bill aimed at reversing the Biden administration's protections for the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard. Critics argue that these protections will hinder oil and gas development.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
A coalition of Republican-led states is requesting the Supreme Court to stop the Biden administration’s initiative to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas production. The group, consisting of 23 state attorneys general and Arizona’s GOP-led Legislature, seeks to prevent the implementation of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that mandates oil and gas wells control leaks of methane, a significant contributor to global warming.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
The Albuquerque Police Department arrested two offenders overnight on auto theft charges, one involving a city-owned bait vehicle.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
Las Cruces City Council convened in regular session on Monday, Sept. 16, and addressed several significant matters, including the acceptance of a New Mexico Department of Transportation grant for bicycle and pedestrian trails, reimbursement to a developer for a new park in Metro Verde, and the denial of an appeal related to zoning changes on Roadrunner Parkway.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
The City’s Parks and Recreation Department is offering swimming lessons twice weekly from October 3 to 25 at the Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center, located at 1401 East Hadley Ave., and the Las Cruces Natatorium, located at 1405 E. Hadley Ave.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science (IPNRS) has launched its second season with a focus on microplastics. The episode, titled “Everything You Should Know About Microplastics,” discusses recent research from The University of New Mexico, revealing significant findings about microplastics in the human body.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
Preliminary data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) showed that oil companies pumped an average of 13.4 million barrels a day from U.S. oil fields during the week ended August 2, surpassing the previous record of 13.3 million barrels set several times this year. U.S. oil production has been on a steady rise since 2008, setting an annual peak in 2023 that is likely to be exceeded this year.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
The American Petroleum Institute (API) has released new polling data from key battleground states, showing strong support for policies that promote domestic oil and natural gas production. Conducted by Morning Consult, the poll highlights voter concerns about inflation and a preference for reducing reliance on foreign energy sources.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
The Public Library of Albuquerque/BernCo has announced that the Special Collections Library has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places as of August 9, 2024. This recognition underscores the building’s significant contribution to the cultural and architectural heritage of Albuquerque.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 18, 2024
Martin Yates’ company first struck oil 100 years ago, 15 miles southeast of the small town of Artesia in southeast New Mexico. This event paved the way for what became known as the “shale revolution” decades later as fossil fuel production boomed in the Permian Basin.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
As the general election nears, some Democrats are adopting Republican policies to attract voters. Kamala Harris has recently pledged to build the border wall, a policy she previously criticized. Axios reported this shift in her stance.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
The second presidential debate of 2024 took place in Philadelphia, PA, marking the first face-to-face meeting between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. The debate covered key issues such as the economy, abortion, immigration, foreign policy, and healthcare. However, at times it seemed to focus more on questions about President Trump. For New Mexicans, the primary concerns remain the economy, immigration, and crime.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
Today, the Republican Party of New Mexico commemorates September 11, 2001, a day that significantly impacted the nation. Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four passenger planes and executed multiple suicide attacks. Two planes hit the World Trade Center in New York City, one struck the Pentagon in Washington D.C., and one crashed into an open field.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
Today, Democratic Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced the groundbreaking of a new $10 million taxpayer-funded abortion clinic in Doña Ana. The announcement was made via a tweet on her X account that began with, “It’s a beautiful morning in New Mexico.”
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
An 11-year-old student has been charged for allegedly posting a threat on social media that suggested gun violence would occur Tuesday at Sierra Middle School.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) concluded with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the Democratic presidential nomination. Harris did not receive any primary votes for president, has no policy listed on her website, and has not held a press conference or unscripted interview.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
When researchers in Japan conducted an experiment with slime mold that mirrored the Tokyo railway system back in 2010, it sparked the emergence of a theory known as biologically inspired adaptive network design. A New Mexico State University graduate student used the slime mold model as part of his Ph.D. thesis to improve the way astronomers identify the largest scale structures in the universe, the “cosmic web.”
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2024
Today, Kamala Harris unveiled part of her economic plan to combat inflation. The Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) has expressed strong opposition to the proposals.
