New Mexico Sun

News from December 2025


Klamath Tribes challenge judge’s removal from key water rights case

On November 19, 2025, the Klamath Tribes filed a motion in Klamath County Circuit Court to amend their petition regarding recent decisions in the ongoing Klamath Basin Adjudication (KBA).


Eastern New Mexico men's basketball wins over MSU Denver at Thanksgiving Classic

Eastern New Mexico University's men's basketball team secured a 78-65 win over MSU Denver during the Thanksgiving Classic hosted by CSU Pueblo.


Andre Harris named Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week

Western New Mexico University men's basketball player Andre Harris has been named the Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week after strong performances during Thanksgiving week.


Eastern New Mexico women’s basketball hosts Southwestern Oklahoma State for final non-conference test

The Eastern New Mexico University women's basketball team is set to face Southwestern Oklahoma State University on Sunday, December 1, at 6 p.m. The game will take place at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena in Portales and marks the...


New Mexico Business Coalition spotlights REALTOR Tony Ilfeld’s work in Albuquerque

New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) has highlighted Tony Ilfeld in its ongoing business spotlight series.


New Mexico Ice Wolves announce holiday ticket and skating promotions

The New Mexico Ice Wolves and Outpost Ice Arenas have announced several holiday promotions for the upcoming season.


Western New Mexico falls to CSU Pueblo in road basketball matchup

Western New Mexico University's women's basketball team was defeated by Colorado State University Pueblo with a score of 84-34 at Massari Arena in Pueblo, Colorado.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses trade policy, vaccines, and child care initiatives

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández shared views on trade policy impacts, vaccine safety messaging from the Trump administration, and child care investments in early December 2025 through several public posts on X (formerly Twitter).


New Mexico Military Institute seeks librarian/cataloger with state certification requirement

New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) has announced an open position for a Librarian/Cataloger.


UNM marks two decades of its orthopaedic trauma fellowship program

At a recent professional conference in Phoenix, Arizona, graduates of The University of New Mexico's Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship gathered to mark the program’s 20th anniversary.


Deb Haaland highlights food security and rural opportunity initiatives in New Mexico

Deb Haaland posted several messages between December 4-5, 2025 addressing food security grants, personal experiences with SNAP benefits, and discussions about expanding opportunities in rural New Mexico.


Deb Haaland campaign outlines plans at Albuquerque town hall on climate change

On Thursday evening in Albuquerque, Demis Foster, Chief Executive Officer of Conservation Voters of New Mexico (CVNM), spoke on behalf of Deb Haaland, who is running for governor.


New Mexico governor announces resignation of EMNRD secretary Melanie Kenderdine

Melanie A. Kenderdine has resigned as secretary of the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD), effective immediately, according to an announcement from Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. “Melanie brought national energy...


New Mexico launches NM Spirit initiative for America’s 250th anniversary celebration

New Mexico has launched an initiative called NM Spirit to commemorate the 250th anniversary of America's founding.


Pacific Fusion invites local groups to holiday mixer focused on giving back

Pacific Fusion is organizing a Community Benefits Holiday Mixer on Thursday, December 11.


Eastern New Mexico University prepares for indoor track opener at Washburn Alumni Invitational

Eastern New Mexico University’s track and field teams are set to begin their 2025-26 indoor season at the Washburn Alumni Invitational in Topeka, Kansas.


Allison H. Block-Chavez to be sworn in as president of New Mexico State Bar on Dec. 10

The State Bar of New Mexico has announced that Allison H. Block-Chavez will be sworn in as its next president on December 10 at the New Mexico Supreme Court in Santa Fe.


Webinar addresses impact of proposed WOTUS rule changes on tribal water protections

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Army Corps of Engineers have proposed changes to the definition of “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.


Western New Mexico falls to St. Mary’s despite halftime lead

Western New Mexico University's men's basketball team was narrowly defeated by St. Mary's University, 80-76, in a Lone Star Conference matchup on Thursday night at Bill Greehey Arena in San Antonio.


Lockheed Martin demonstrates AI-driven contingency management for drones in live field test

Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works division has announced the successful demonstration of artificial intelligence-driven mission contingency management on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).