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DA Bregman enters New Mexico governor's race: 'We need leaders that will take action against tyrants'
Public Safety

Sam Bregman, District Attorney for Bernalillo County, announced his candidacy for governor of New Mexico, emphasizing his intention to address chaos in Washington and protect the state's most vulnerable residents.

Gun control debate intensifies as Colorado passes new restrictions
Public Safety

Colorado's recent legislation on gun control has sparked discussions in neighboring New Mexico.

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​State Rep. Block: 'Domestic terrorists firebombed the New Mexico GOP HQ'
Public Safety

John Block, a state representative for New Mexico's 51st District, said that Representative Teresa Leger Fernández told her followers to "agitate" prior to the firebombing of the New Mexico GOP headquarters.


State Sen. Tobiassen on Albuquerque crime surge: We have put 'our community into a literal warzone'
Public Safety

Nicole Tobiassen, a state senator for New Mexico District 21, said that Albuquerque's escalating crime rates reflect a failure of local leadership, necessitating state intervention.


State Sen. Brantley: Mexican gray wolf program creates 'real and ongoing threats to families, livestock, and livelihoods'
Public Safety

Crystal Brantley, a state senator for New Mexico District 35, said that the Mexican gray wolf recovery program poses real and ongoing threats to families, livestock, and livelihoods in rural communities.


NMSSA executive director on crime policy response: 'New Mexicans deserve real solutions to crime'
Public Safety

Anthony Segura, Executive Director of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association, said that the state’s latest crime policy approach is a political distraction and fails to offer meaningful solutions.


Albuquerque City Councilor: 'Mayor Keller has failed to address the out-of-control crime'
Public Safety

Louie Sanchez, a councilor of the Albuquerque City Council, expressed concerns over public safety in Albuquerque under Mayor Tim Keller's leadership.


Gov. Lujan Grisham: We are 'addressing the fentanyl crisis and juvenile crime with every resource at our disposal'
Public Safety

Michelle Lujan Grisham, governor of New Mexico, announced the deployment of the National Guard to support the Albuquerque Police Department.


District Attorney Sam Bregman takes lead in Albuquerque crime crackdown, fueling gubernatorial momentum
Public Safety

​District Attorney Sam Bregman has taken a prominent role in addressing Albuquerque's crime challenges through initiatives like Operation Route 66.


Governor deploys National Guard to aid Albuquerque police amid public safety concerns
Public Safety

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has approved the deployment of New Mexico National Guard personnel to assist the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) in tackling ongoing public safety issues.


Rep. Lord on Pennsylvania incident: There is 'domestic terrorism against Trump supporters in Pennsylvania'
Public Safety

Stefani Lord, a House Representative for New Mexico, said that the recent arrest of a Pennsylvania resident accused of targeting Trump supporters with tire-damaging debris represents politically motivated violence.


State Rep. Block on juvenile crime: 'We must refuse to coddle juvenile delinquents'
Public Safety

John Block, a House Representative for New Mexico, has expressed the need for harsher consequences for youth crime.


State Sen. Brantley: Threat posed by Mexican gray wolves is 'an affront to the safety and livelihood of thousands' of families
Public Safety

Crystal Brantley, state senator for New Mexico's District 35, has expressed her support for Catron County's disaster declaration.


New Mexico GOP: Those responsible for firebombing 'must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law'
Public Safety

Senate Republicans have condemned the recent firebombing of their headquarters, calling for accountability and a return to civil discourse.


Business Coalition President on crime bill veto: 'This veto is an absolute outrage'
Public Safety

Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concern over Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's veto of Senate Bill 17, stating it reflects a failure to address the state's increasing crime problem.


Republican headquarters in Albuquerque targeted by arson attack
Public Safety

The Republican Party of New Mexico Headquarters in Albuquerque was the target of an arson attack.


NMSSA disapproves of attack on GOP headquarters
Public Safety

The New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) has expressed its disapproval of the recent arson attack on the Republican Party of New Mexico’s headquarters.


State Sen. Brantley: Las Cruces shooting represents a 'deep moral failing by our government to protect its citizens'
Public Safety

Crystal Brantley, a State Senator representing New Mexico's District 35, said that the recent shooting at a Las Cruces park represents a failure by the government to ensure public safety.


State Rep. Cullen: RICO expansion 'will provide law enforcement and prosecutors the tools they desperately need'
Public Safety

Catherine Cullen, a representative for New Mexico District 57, said that the passage of Senate Bill 70 (SB70) will equip law enforcement with essential tools to address violent criminal organizations in New Mexico.


State Sen. Brandt on expanded RICO legislation: 'Gangs and cartels, your time is up!'
Public Safety

Craig Brandt, a State Senator representing New Mexico's District 40, said that the bipartisan support for expanding New Mexico’s RICO Act signifies a pivotal moment in the fight against organized crime.