News from January 2025
By Brian C. Nixon | Jan 21, 2025
My association with Stephen Christian goes back many years. As lead singer for the rock band Anberlin, a chart-topping ensemble with hit song Feel Good Drag, Christian performed throughout New Mexico, often joining me for interviews.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 21, 2025
The U.S. Supreme Court has decided not to review a Montana Supreme Court ruling that declared two Montana laws unconstitutional for disenfranchising Native American voters.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
John Echohawk, Executive Director of the Native American Rights Fund, issued a statement on Martin Luther King Day emphasizing the organization's dedication to civil rights and social justice.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
Once again, New Mexico has been ranked as the worst state to raise a family, according to WalletHub's annual ranking.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
The 2025 Pre-Legislative Business and Social Hour (BASH) was held last night, featuring Senate Minority Leader Bill Sharer as the special guest.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
Tomorrow marks the start of the 57th Legislature's first session in New Mexico, a 60-day general session set to conclude on March 22, 2025.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
New Mexico legislators are once again considering the Paid Family Medical Leave Act (PFMLA) for the fifth consecutive year.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld regulations allowing electric utility customers to purchase power from community solar projects.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
Senator Crystal Brantley (R-Elephant Butte) pre-filed four bills focused on public safety in New Mexico.
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By New Mexico Sun | Jan 19, 2025
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Colonel Megan A. Cornett, a retired U.S. Air Force officer, as the director of New Mexico’s Office of Military Base Planning and Support.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 18, 2025
The upcoming session of the 57th Legislature is set to begin on January 21, 2025, and will conclude on March 22, 2025.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 18, 2025
Artist Caroline Liu has unveiled a new exhibit at Gallery One inside City Hall, titled "Art Vault."
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025
Senator Craig Brandt has reintroduced a bill to escalate the penalties for shooting threats, classifying them as felonies.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025
George Muñoz, a New Mexico State Senator, emphasized the importance of fiscal restraint in transforming recent revenue growth into sustainable funding for state services.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025
Senator Pat Woods expressed concerns regarding the Legislative Finance Committee's (LFC) Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget recommendation, highlighting the need for measurable goals, targeted expenditures, and increased accountability for taxpayer...
By Gail Armstrong, Alan Martinez, and Rebecca Dow | Jan 17, 2025
Just days away from another 60-day session of the Legislature, New Mexico’s wins and losses will once again be defined by a overwhelming progressive majority in both chambers.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025
New Mexico has reported a significant decrease in suicide rates among women and Indigenous Peoples in 2023 compared to the previous year.
By State Senator Craig Brandt | Jan 17, 2025
In December 2024, I had the honor of visiting Israel with the Consul General of Israel to the Southwest United States. The purpose of this trip was to deepen the relationship between New Mexico and Israel.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025
New Mexico's Commissioner of Public Lands, Stephanie Garcia Richard, is advocating for an increase in the top royalty rate for new oil and gas development on state lands.
