New Mexico Sun

News from November 2025


New Mexico State Library announces December professional development events for librarians

The New Mexico State Library has released its schedule of professional development opportunities for December, highlighting a variety of virtual conferences, webinars, and training sessions aimed at library staff and managers.


New Mexico regulators halt move toward fracking wastewater reuse after public outcry

A proposal to change New Mexico’s water regulations and allow for the reuse and discharge of treated fracking wastewater was set back on Thursday after the Water Quality Control Commission voted to vacate its earlier decision to advance a petition...


EPA extends deadline for state plans on oil and gas methane emissions

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule that delays the implementation of new methane emission regulations for the oil and gas sector.


UNM Children’s Hospital provides free meals for patient families facing food insecurity

New Mexico continues to face a significant challenge with food insecurity, as nearly 17% of its population is affected, according to the May 2025 Map the Meal Gap report from Feeding America.


State Bar of New Mexico awards scholarships to three UNM law students

The State Bar of New Mexico’s Senior Lawyers Division held its Annual Attorney Memorial Scholarship Presentation and Reception on November 18, 2025.


Western New Mexico falls to UCCS in women’s basketball matchup

Western New Mexico University’s women’s basketball team lost to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs 87-52 at the Auraria Events Center in Denver.


Albuquerque International Sunport launches FlySide Pass for nontravelers

The Albuquerque International Sunport has introduced the ABQ FlySide Pass, a new digital program that allows nontravelers to access the terminal beyond security without needing a boarding pass.


School of Law hosts luncheon honoring scholarship donors and recipients

The 2025 Scholarship Donor and Recipient Luncheon was held on November 14, 2025, at the School of Law Forum.


New Mexico United announces initial roster moves ahead of 2026 season

New Mexico United has announced its first roster decisions as it prepares for the 2026 USL Championship season.


New Mexico Museum of Space History announces lecture on preserving Tranquility Base

The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo will host its next Launch Pad Lecture, titled “Preservation Moon,” on Friday, December 5, 2025.


Albuquerque seeks nominations for Creative Bravos Awards honoring local arts contributors

The Department of Arts & Culture in Albuquerque has opened nominations for the 2026 Creative Bravos Awards, which recognize artists and cultural contributors who help shape the city's identity.


Justin Riner awarded Steve Wimmer Research Fund for Roosevelt study in New Mexico

The New Mexico History Museum and the Fray Angélico Chávez History Library have named Justin Riner as the 2025 recipient of the Steve Wimmer Historical Research Fund.


Santa Fe Institute welcomes Max Jerdee as new complexity postdoctoral fellow

Max Jerdee has joined the Santa Fe Institute (SFI) as a Complexity Postdoctoral Fellow.


UNM School of Law hosts convocation featuring Deb Haaland on Native legal education

On November 7, 2025, the University of New Mexico School of Law and its Law and Indigenous Peoples Program (LIPP) hosted the Gathering of Communities and Nations Convocation.


New Mexico DPS holds statewide event for missing persons awareness and training

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) organized a two-day event in November focused on missing persons, bringing together law enforcement officers and families seeking information about their loved ones.


Eastern New Mexico men's basketball hands CSU Pueblo first loss of season

Eastern New Mexico University's men's basketball team continued its strong start to the season by defeating Colorado State University, Pueblo 70-63 on Saturday night.


New Mexico plans property tax auctions for delinquent accounts in four counties

Delinquent property tax auctions are set to take place in December across four counties in New Mexico.


Western New Mexico Mustangs secure fourth consecutive win against New Mexico Highlands

Western New Mexico University’s men’s basketball team secured a 76-58 win over New Mexico Highlands University on Saturday at the John A. Wilson Complex in Las Vegas, New Mexico.


Eastern New Mexico men’s basketball travels to Colorado for two non-conference matchups

Eastern New Mexico University's men's basketball team is preparing to play two games at Colorado State University Pueblo this weekend.


Kristen Kennedy honored for impact on Western New Mexico University women’s golf

Kristen Kennedy, a Silver City native and Western New Mexico University (WNMU) alumna, has been recognized for her significant contributions to the WNMU Women's Golf program.