New Mexico Sun

News from October 2025


New Mexico initiates $1M study on mental health services for Medicaid members

New Mexico is set to conduct a $1 million study aimed at improving services for Medicaid members with serious mental illness.


The New Mexico State Personnel Board has released the official list of paid holidays for state employees in 2026.


Gerald Hamilton on Home-Style Assisted Living and New Mexico’s Liability Hurdles

Aging families are facing hard choices about care and costs as regulators revisit assisted living rules and insurers tighten coverage.


New Mexico United faces San Antonio FC in Western Conference Quarterfinals

New Mexico United is set to begin its 2025 postseason campaign on Saturday at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park, where the team will face San Antonio FC in the Western Conference Quarterfinals.


New Mexico State Library announces November professional development events for librarians

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


OPINION: When Free Speech Fails the Test at UNM

The University of New Mexico just failed a test that, in many ways, matters more than the exams its students take.


New Mexico officials urge safety precautions for Halloween due to high pedestrian risk

New Mexico transportation officials are urging drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution during Halloween, citing an increased risk of accidents involving children.


New Mexico Attorney General announces prison time for habitual retail crime offender

A habitual retail crime offender, Angel Cedeno, is set to face prison time after pleading guilty to organized retail crime (theft) in New Mexico.


Artist selected for Route 66 centennial mural at New Mexico History Museum

The New Mexico History Museum has chosen artist Molly Mendenhall to create a mural celebrating the centennial of Route 66.


New Mexico Ekphrastic Poetry Contest opens submissions with 'One Land, Many Stories' theme

The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs and the Museum of New Mexico Press have announced the opening of submissions for the 3rd Annual New Mexico Ekphrastic Poetry Contest.


Governor Lujan Grisham pledges $30 million in state-funded SNAP aid amid federal delays

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham responded Friday to two federal court decisions in Rhode Island and Massachusetts that directed the release of contingency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds.


New Mexico awards $24.4 million in student debt relief to healthcare workers

The New Mexico Higher Education Department is providing student debt relief payments to more than 400 health professionals through the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program.


State Fairgrounds District Board approves $67.8 million redevelopment plan including new public park

The State Fairgrounds District Board has unanimously approved a $67.8 million predevelopment plan for the Albuquerque State Fairgrounds property.


Greater Albuquerque Chamber annual meeting focuses on health care policy challenges

Nearly 300 business and community members attended the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) Annual Meeting on October 30 at the Sandia Golf Club event center.


New Mexico Association of Realtors highlights legislative wins credited to RPAC support

This year, members of the New Mexico Association of Realtors reported legislative successes that they attribute to support from the REALTORS Political Action Committee (RPAC).


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham urges protection of SNAP benefits amid federal shutdown

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham addressed concerns over SNAP funding during an ongoing federal shutdown through posts dated October 30-31, 2025.


Eastern New Mexico women’s soccer hosts Midwestern State for Senior Day

The Eastern New Mexico University women's soccer team will recognize its senior players during the final home match of the season against Midwestern State University on Saturday, November 1.


Ten projects awarded grants to boost New Mexico's arts and cultural districts

Ten projects in New Mexico have received Arts & Cultural District (ACD) Pilot Grants, an initiative designed to stimulate economic development and promote the unique cultural identities of local creative districts.


Custom Grading recognized by NMBC for commitment to quality and employee focus

Custom Grading, Inc., a company based in Albuquerque, has been offering grading and foundation services to local businesses and residents since 1973.


Deb Haaland urges support for public school bonds ahead of local elections

As the local elections approach in New Mexico, gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland has called on residents to support school bonds aimed at improving public school infrastructure across the state.