New Mexico Sun

News from July 2025


New Mexico State Library announces August professional development events for library staff

The New Mexico State Library has announced a range of professional development opportunities for library staff and managers throughout August 2025.



Deb Haaland addresses climate action and economic reform in recent social media posts

Governor Deb Haaland addressed key issues such as climate change response and economic inequality in a series of tweets posted on July 30 and July 31, 2025.


Congressional delegation virtual meeting rescheduled for October 2025

Due to unavoidable scheduling conflicts, the congressional delegation session originally set for July 28 has been postponed.


UNM golf classic raises over $40K for law scholarships

The 2025 Law Scholarship Golf Classic, organized by Nusenda Credit Union, took place on June 6 at the UNM Championship Golf Course.


American Indian Law Center director Rodina Parnall receives two prestigious awards

Rodina Parnall, the Executive Director of the American Indian Law Center, has received two prestigious awards for her leadership and contributions to Indian law.


Kirtland Credit Union opens new MaxQ branch at Kirtland Air Force Base

On July 15, Kirtland Credit Union celebrated the opening of its MaxQ branch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Kirtland Air Force Base.


Wild Friends Program helps pass House Memorial promoting citizen science

The Wild Friends Program, a civics education initiative at the School of Law, offers hands-on learning for students in grades 5 to 12 throughout New Mexico.


Native artisans featured during free programming at New Mexico History Museum’s Indian Market weekend

The New Mexico History Museum will host a series of free programs during Indian Market weekend in downtown Santa Fe on August 16 and 17, 2025.


Governor opens new $24M Church Rock bridge focused on pedestrian safety

A new $24 million bridge has opened on NM 566 near Church Rock, New Mexico, aiming to improve pedestrian safety and access.


Albuquerque voters show discontent with mayor ahead of November election

A recent survey of Albuquerque voters shows widespread dissatisfaction with the city's direction under Mayor Tim Keller.


New Mexico True campaign earns finalist spot in Skift IDEA Awards

The New Mexico True "Living Legends" campaign has been named a finalist for the 2025 Skift IDEA Awards in the "Creative Thinkers: Content" category.


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman provides updates on murder charge and DWI conviction

Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman posted updates on July 31 regarding a teen charged with murder during an attempted auto theft, his visit to a local teen center, and securing a conviction in an aggravated DWI case.


Josh Brown resigns from WNMU assistant AD role effective July 31

Josh Brown has announced his resignation as Assistant Athletics Director for Communications at Western New Mexico University, effective July 31, 2025.


Cowboys head to Denver for RMAC football media day

New Mexico Highlands University is set to participate in the 2025 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Football Media Day in Denver.


Ice Wolves seek host families for junior hockey players

The Ice Wolves, a junior hockey team, are currently seeking host families to accommodate their players.


New Mexico Museum of Space History welcomes two new employees

The New Mexico Museum of Space History has announced the addition of two new staff members, Brigette Smith and Levi Heisinger.


NHCC announces events series inspired by Chicano art exhibition

The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) in Albuquerque has announced a series of events following the opening of its art exhibition, "Voces del Pueblo: Artists of the Levantamiento Chicano in New Mexico."


Bernalillo County Commission accepts $25.9 million for critical projects

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners has approved a resolution to accept $25.9 million in capital outlay appropriations from the New Mexico State Legislature.


Connie Elizabeth Vigil on Transforming New Mexico’s Mental Health and Homelessness Crisis

A growing number of New Mexicans are demanding long-term fixes to the state’s homelessness, addiction, and mental health crises.