New Mexico Sun

News from November 2025


Connie Vigil Urges New Mexico to Treat Homelessness as a Health Crisis

New Mexico communities are increasingly dealing with homeless encampments, open drug use, and a behavioral health system where people end up in jails instead of getting treatment.


Native American author Laurel Goodluck records audiobooks for visually impaired readers

Award-winning Native American children's author Laurel Goodluck has collaborated with the New Mexico Library for the Blind and Print Disabled to make her storytelling accessible to visually impaired readers.


Restoration project begins for historic Little Joe II rocket at New Mexico museum

The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo has announced the restoration of the Little Joe II rocket, a prominent exhibit in its Rocket Park.


Deb Haaland addresses veterans' benefits and environmental protection in recent posts

Deb Haaland posted a series of messages between November 11-13, 2025 highlighting risks to veterans’ benefits due to political actions and expressing continued dedication to protecting New Mexico’s environment.


Senator Brandt on SNAP in New Mexico: ‘21% of our families are going without food stamps’

Craig W. Brandt, a State Senator from New Mexico, has expressed concerns regarding the federal shutdown's impact on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) access for residents of New Mexico.


State Sen. Brandt: Senators Lujan, Heinrich 'voted to use the people of New Mexico as pawns' in government shutdown

Craig Brandt, a State Senator for New Mexico, has criticized U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján and Martin Heinrich for their opposition to resolutions and targeted funding bills.


Albuquerque International Sunport opens three new shops highlighting local products

The Albuquerque International Sunport has opened three new retail shops, aiming to highlight the city’s neighborhoods and local businesses.


Eastern New Mexico men's basketball opens season with home games against Fort Lewis and NM Highlands

Eastern New Mexico University's men's basketball team is set to begin its season with a home opener against Fort Lewis.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes Rules Committee decisions in latest posts

U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernández addressed actions by the House Rules Committee in a series of tweets posted on November 12 and 13, 2025.


New Mexico Museum of Space History begins restoration of historic Little Joe II rocket

The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo has begun a restoration project on its Little Joe II rocket, a centerpiece of the museum’s Rocket Park.


Michelle Lujan Grisham addresses veterans day, climate policy, and representation delays in recent posts

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted about honoring veterans—including her late father—on Veterans Day (Nov. 11), New Mexico's ongoing climate efforts (Nov. 12), and concerns over delayed legislative representation in Arizona (Nov. 13).


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández promotes local event and reiterates healthcare advocacy

On November 13, Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used Twitter to promote an event in Gallup and reaffirm her stance on affordable healthcare for American families.


Chamber encourages participation in University of New Mexico presidential search process

The University of New Mexico (UNM) Board of Regents has started the process to find a new university president and is inviting input from faculty, staff, students, and the wider community.


Texas A&M-Kingsville defeats Western New Mexico University football team in decisive home victory

Texas A&M-Kingsville secured a 64-13 win over Western New Mexico University at Javelina Stadium, continuing the Mustangs’ seven-game losing streak against the Javelinas, a run that dates back to 2017.


St. Edward's defeats Eastern New Mexico volleyball in straight sets on Senior Day

The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team lost in straight sets to St. Edward's University on Saturday at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena during Senior Day.


Eastern New Mexico women’s cross country returns to NCAA regionals after four-year absence

For the first time since 2021, the Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) women's cross country team participated in the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Championships.


ENMU football falls short against No. 17 UT Permian Basin

Eastern New Mexico University's football team faced the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) in Midland, Texas, on Saturday night.


Western New Mexico men’s cross country finishes season ranked nineteenth at regional championship

The Western New Mexico University Men's Cross Country team finished 19th out of 24 teams at the NCAA South Central Regional Championship held in Pueblo, Colorado.


Eastern New Mexico women’s cross country prepares for NCAA DII south central regionals

Eastern New Mexico University's women's cross country team is set to compete in the 2025 NCAA Division II South Central Regional Championship.


Western New Mexico falls to UTEP in men's basketball season opener

The Western New Mexico University men's basketball team lost its season opener to the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) with a final score of 107-70 at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso.