New Mexico Sun

News from April 2025


ABB expands Albuquerque facility, creating 150 new jobs

ABB Installation Products recently unveiled a major expansion of its manufacturing facility located on Albuquerque’s West Side.


Greenhouse gas emissions decline as oil and natural gas production rises

Methane emissions in the United States have been decreasing according to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Greenhouse Gas Inventory from 2021.


New Mexico's oil boom powers state economy and public programs

New Mexico's rapid rise in energy production has played a significant role in boosting the state's economy and funding local public programs.


Study finds no proven link between oil fields and childhood cancer

An academic study led by Dr. Lisa McKenzie from the University of Colorado's School of Public Health has not established a link between residential proximity to oil and natural gas development and childhood leukemia.


Albuquerque Reads promotes literacy with local support, sponsors, and volunteers

Albuquerque Reads, a long-standing literacy program by the Chamber, is providing end-of-year bags filled with items from sponsors to its students.


Fighting for the Forgotten: Commander Kyle Hartsock’s and Shelley Repp’s Mission to Protect Albuquerque’s Most Vulnerable

Commander Kyle Hartsock, a 21-year veteran of New Mexico law enforcement, currently serves with the Criminal Investigations Division of the Albuquerque Police Department.


Chamber holds networking event at Albuquerque Isotopes game

Chamber members, including board members Jeremy Oswald and Tom Briones, attended a special networking event at the Albuquerque Isotopes game on April 4.


LGBTQ fellows gain firsthand policy experience at New Mexico legislative session

Every January, the New Mexico State Capitol, known as the Roundhouse, becomes a hub of legislative activity, with advocates and lawmakers gathering to influence the state's future.


Hope Act unlikely to be brought up in special session: ‘Trial attorneys have a stranglehold on the legislature’

As New Mexico faces a growing healthcare crisis, the HOPE Act, a Republican-backed proposal aimed at addressing physician shortages and high malpractice insurance costs, is unlikely to be revived during a special legislative session later this year.


Don and Damara Andrade Manage Pushback in Stand for New Mexico’s Children

Don and Damara Andrade are married, parents, and self-described Christian apologists, a branch of Christian theology that defends Christianity.


Rio Rancho Mayor Hull announces bid for governor: 'My campaign will focus on the future'

Gregg Hull, mayor of Rio Rancho, announced his candidacy for governor of New Mexico, aiming to introduce "forward-focused, community-driven solutions" to the state's major challenges.


NMDOT prepares for Good Friday pilgrimage to El Santuario de Chimay

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is preparing for the annual Good Friday pilgrimage to El Santuario de Chimayó.


Albuquerque renovation costs criticized for design changes

The City of Albuquerque's ongoing renovation of its old City Hall has sparked concerns over reported waste of taxpayer money.


Albuquerque's Rail Trail project continues to progress with new construction milestones

Work on Albuquerque's Rail Trail, a long-term vision of the city's Chamber of Commerce, is progressing as construction is underway.


National Work Zone Awareness Week aims to highlight work zone safety

Next Monday marks the beginning of National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW), an event highlighting the importance of roadway work zone safety as construction activities increase with the warmer weather.


OPINION: The Definition of Family

Study after study—like the 2004 Bureau of Justice Statistics finding that 70% of incarcerated juveniles came from disrupted homes, or the 2016 University of Pennsylvania link between family instability and violent crime.


State Rep. Lord on arrest of GOP HQ arson suspect: 'I’m glad this dangerous punk is off the streets'

Stefani Lord, a state representative for New Mexico House District 22, expressed relief following the arrest related to the arson attack on the state's Republican Party headquarters.


State Rep. Block: Suspect in GOP HQ arson attack is a 'mentally ill insane Democrat'

John Block, a state representative for New Mexico House District 51, expressed relief following the arrest of a suspect linked to the arson attack on the New Mexico Republican Party's headquarters.


New Mexico governor approves bills to accelerate business site development

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed two Senate bills into law with the aim of facilitating the establishment of shovel-ready sites for businesses that are considering relocation or expansion in New Mexico.


Mesa Quantum Systems awarded the first state quantum grant in New Mexico

The New Mexico Economic Development Department has chosen Mesa Quantum Systems, Inc. as the first recipient of its Quantum Technologies Award Pilot Program.