New Mexico Sun

News from December 2025


Eastern New Mexico University board approves no tuition increase for 2026-27

Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) will not increase tuition or fees for the 2026-27 academic year, following a unanimous decision by the university’s Board of Regents.


Native American Rights Fund highlights ongoing efforts to defend tribal sovereignty

As the year comes to a close, Tribal Nations are facing increasing challenges that threaten their traditions, sacred places, homelands, water resources, and sovereign rights.


Deb Haaland highlights local celebrations and community issues in New Mexico tweets

Deb Haaland used her social media platform on December 12, 2025, to celebrate cultural events and discuss pressing community concerns in New Mexico.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announces new holiday market and highlights statewide achievements

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham shared updates on December 12 about a new holiday market event in Santa Fe, educational progress recognized by The Washington Post, and New Mexico's first appearance in the MICHELIN Guide—all signaling growth across...


Applied Research Associates highlights advanced capabilities at its Randolph Geotechnical Laboratory

ARA operates a Geotechnical Laboratory in Randolph, Vermont, which focuses on specialized testing and analysis for research, design, and engineering projects across various industries.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses local safety and national issues in December posts

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted updates for New Mexico residents about water safety after wildfire damage and celebrated Arthur Sze's appointment as U.S. Poet Laureate in December 2025.


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman announces sentencing and honors prosecutor achievements

Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman shared recent developments on criminal cases via social media between December 10-12, including sentencing for organized retail theft ringleader Raul Garcia and recognition for prosecutor Marcus Romero.


Governor Lujan Grisham criticizes Senate Republicans for blocking ACA tax credit extension

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has criticized Senate Republicans for blocking a Democratic proposal to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits.


State Bar of New Mexico installs new officers for 2026

The State Bar of New Mexico held its 2026 swearing-in ceremony for new officers at the New Mexico Supreme Court in Santa Fe on December 10.


Nominations open for International Space Hall of Fame at New Mexico Museum

The International Space Hall of Fame Foundation (ISHFF) is now accepting nominations for the International Space Hall of Fame induction at the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo.


Equality New Mexico seeks coordinator for statewide LGBTQ summit

Equality New Mexico (EQNM) has announced an open position for an Event Coordinator to help plan and execute its upcoming LGBTQ Statewide Summit.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham addresses human rights and community initiatives in recent posts

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham shared updates on human rights advocacy, a holiday market event in Santa Fe, and new support for grandparents raising grandchildren through universal child care in New Mexico via posts dated December 10-11, 2025.


Lockheed Martin launches Astris AI platform to support secure government adoption of artificial intelligence

Astris AI, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, has introduced the Astris AI for Government initiative aimed at supporting secure and trustworthy artificial intelligence adoption across government agencies.


Dayonn Harris named finalist for USL Championship Comeback Player of the Year

New Mexico United winger Dayonn Harris has been named a finalist for the USL Championship’s 2025 Comeback Player of the Year award, according to an announcement from the league.


Deb Haaland discusses local agriculture and community priorities in December social media posts

Deb Haaland highlighted support for New Mexico's agriculture industry and community initiatives through a series of posts dated December 11, 2025.


Sen Michael Padilla highlights New Mexico’s economic gains and education initiatives

Senator Michael Padilla used his social media account in December 2025 to announce New Mexico’s leading rankings in family income and job growth and highlight recent statewide education initiatives.


Deb Haaland visits CNM trades center emphasizing skilled workforce training

Deb Haaland, a candidate for Governor of New Mexico, visited Central New Mexico Community College’s Ted Chavez Trades and Technologies Center in Albuquerque to learn about the institution’s workforce training programs.


New Mexico United announces March 28 as date for 2026 home opener

New Mexico United will open its 2026 USL Championship home schedule on March 28, hosting Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC at The Lab.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses Trump criticism and NDAA vote on social media

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández shared several posts on December 10 and 11, criticizing former President Trump and discussing her support for aspects of the NDAA.


New Mexico State Land Office receives national workplace culture honors for third consecutive year

The New Mexico State Land Office has received the 2025 Fall Culture Excellence Awards, including the Top Workplaces 2025 Culture Excellence Award and the Top Workplaces 2025 Women-Led award.