New Mexico Sun

News from May 2023


Library director Smith: 'It’s always a concern when someone wants to restrict another person’s access to information'

The American Library Association issued a report showing attempts to ban books in the United States increased by 38% this past year, a figure that is consistent with what’s happening in New Mexico.


Injunction filed against Doña Ana County Commission over National Day of Prayer ban

An injunction has been filed against the Doña Ana County Commission after it voted to disallow the National Day of Prayer at the County Government Building.


Report supports economic feasibility of Proposition K in El Paso

Researchers have released a report analyzing the feasibility of Proposition K, an El Paso ballot initiative aimed at reducing climate pollution and increasing renewable energy on the city's electricity grid.


City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, April 10


City of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee met Wednesday, April 5