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Save Our City chairman on Albuquerque crime and immigrant-friendly policies: ‘The justice system needs to be rehauled’

Sam Vigil, chairman of Save Our City and widower of Jacqueline Vigil, who was murdered in her driveway in Albuquerque in 2019, has emphasized the need for the city to secure neighborhoods and reform a justice system that allows repeat offenders to...


Deb Haaland criticizes Trump administration policies on SNAP cuts, Chaco protection, FEMA aid

Deb Haaland posted a series of messages between November 8–10 criticizing Trump administration actions on SNAP benefits cuts via Supreme Court decisions, oil leasing near Chaco Canyon in New Mexico, and delays in FEMA aid for Ruidoso disaster...


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman provides updates on homicide cases and school safety

District Attorney Sam Bregman posted updates on two homicide cases and shared a school safety advisory between November 7–10, 2025.


Olive Garden opens fourth Albuquerque location at Oxbow Center

Olive Garden has opened a new restaurant in Albuquerque, marking its fourth location in the city and sixth in New Mexico.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham addresses culture, childcare access, and Iceland partnership

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham used social media posts on November 8-9, 2025 to highlight New Mexico’s linguistic heritage, universal childcare access efforts, and meetings with Icelandic officials about ongoing collaborations between the two...


Western New Mexico volleyball defeats Adams State in four sets

Western New Mexico University’s volleyball team secured a four-set victory over Adams State University at Plachy Hall in Alamosa, Colorado, on Wednesday.


Brian Norton named to Lone Star Conference all-academic cross country team

Junior Brian Norton of Eastern New Mexico University has been named to the 2025 Lone Star Conference (LSC) all-academic team for men's cross country.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball hosts St Mary's amid losing streak

The Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) volleyball team is set to host St. Mary's University in a Lone Star Conference matchup on Thursday at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena.


Samuel Ketcham earns place on Lone Star Conference cross country all-academic team

Western New Mexico University student-athlete Samuel Ketcham has been named to the 2025 Lone Star Conference (LSC) Cross Country All-Academic Team, according to an announcement from the conference office on Thursday.


New Mexico Law Enforcement Retention Fund expands support for experienced police

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) continues to administer the Law Enforcement Retention Fund, which aims to retain experienced and certified law enforcement officers across the state.


Eastern New Mexico women's soccer ends season with loss to Texas A&M International

Sophomore forward Faith Zint scored an early penalty kick for Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) women's soccer, but the team was defeated 1-7 by Texas A&M International in their season finale on Tuesday at Dustdevil Field in Laredo, Texas.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball falls to Adams State in straight sets

Eastern New Mexico University's volleyball team was defeated by Adams State University in a non-conference match on Tuesday night at Plachy Hall in Alamosa, Colorado.


ENMU theatre department presents play about three sisters’ journeys

Eastern New Mexico University's Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking will stage the play “This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing” at the University Theatre Center Studio Theatre.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham highlights advances in child care, climate action and SNAP benefits

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted on social media between November 7-8 about statewide initiatives including universal child care expansion, climate emission reductions through interstate cooperation, and full disbursement of November SNAP...


Western New Mexico volleyball secures senior day win over Sul Ross State

Western New Mexico University's volleyball team secured a 3-1 win over Sul Ross State on Saturday at Drag's Court, marking the team's final home game of the season and honoring its seniors.


Deb Haaland highlights remembrance, veteran initiatives, and historic milestones in New Mexico

Deb Haaland shared messages between November 7-8, 2025 addressing remembrance of community members, promoting veteran opportunities through Operation Soundstage, and reflecting on historical achievements in New Mexico.


Western New Mexico women's cross country finishes season at NCAA regional championship

The Western New Mexico University Women's Cross Country team finished 19th out of 26 teams at the NCAA South Central Regional Championship held in Pueblo, Colorado.


New Mexico United secures spot in first-ever Western Conference Final after late win

New Mexico United reached a milestone by advancing to the USL Championship Western Conference Final for the first time in club history, following a 2-1 victory over Orange County SC at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park.


UNM College of Nursing highlights experiences during First-Gen Week

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing is observing First-Gen Week this November, aligning with a national effort to recognize the 56th anniversary of the Higher Education Act.


Aurora highlights advances in autonomous trucking at New Mexico transportation conference

Aurora, a company specializing in autonomous technology for freight transport, presented its innovations at the annual Intelligent Transportation Society of New Mexico conference held on October 15 at Marriott Uptown.