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New study warns of job losses if Trump-era tax reforms expire
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 16, 2025
A recent study by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) highlights potential economic impacts if Congress does not renew the tax reforms enacted in 2017.
Four migrants rescued by Border Patrol agents from the Lordsburg Station
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 15, 2025
Agents with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the Lordsburg Station responded to a 911 call from migrants, according to a January 13 post on X by El Paso Sector Chief Patrol Agent Anthony "Scott" Good.
State Sen. Jay Block: 'This state is still salvageable, but it will require Democrats to work with us on many issues'
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 15, 2025
New Mexico Senator Jay Block said, "It will take several years to recover if we do it right," in response to the state's ranking in WalletHub’s 2025 report on the best and worst states to raise a family.
Governor honors late NAACP leader Dr. Harold Bailey's contributions
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 15, 2025
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed her condolences following the death of Dr. Harold Bailey, a leader in the NAACP. Dr. Bailey played a significant role in advocating for healthcare and education equity.
New Mexico joins multistate action against Cash App parent company over AML violations
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 15, 2025
The New Mexico Financial Institutions Division, along with 47 other state financial regulatory agencies, has taken action against Block, Inc. and its mobile payment service, Cash App.
State Rep.-Elect Cortez: 'Imagine what your family could do with the state income tax money'
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
State Representative-Elect Elaine Sena Cortez has proposed eliminating the state income tax in New Mexico, suggesting it could return "hundreds of dollars back in your pocket."
State Rep.-Elect Cortez: 'Financial insecurity is an epidemic plaguing New Mexicans'
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
State Representative-Elect Elaine Sena Cortez has expressed concern over New Mexico's poverty level, describing it as having reached "epidemic proportions" in a January 3 op-ed.
New Mexico Rep. Jared Hembree resigns due to health issues
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
State Representative Jared Hembree has announced his resignation from the New Mexico State House of Representatives.
State Rep. Stefani Lord: Gov. Lujan Grisham created a 'mess' in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
State Representative Stefani Lord, in a post on January 5, criticized Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for allegedly removing moderate representatives in favor of "radical Emerge progressives" who she claims are "soft on crime."
OPINION: The Untapped Power of the Voters Voice
By Jodi Hendricks | Jan 14, 2025
For many New Mexicans, the annual Legislative Session can feel distant and disconnected.
Governor Lujan Grisham honors late Rep. Eliseo Lee Alcon
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her condolences following the death of former Representative Eliseo Lee Alcon.
Franklin Mountain Energy honored for dark sky preservation efforts
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
The New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) participated in the Dark for the Park Alliance's Recognition Celebration on January 9th.
New Mexico lawmakers propose different strategies for public safety concerns
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
Polls in 2024 indicated that New Mexicans are significantly concerned about public safety and increasing crime rates.
Alamogordo Border Patrol agents seize 138 grams of fentanyl, stolen gun
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 13, 2025
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents at the Alamogordo Border Patrol station seized fentanyl and a stolen gun at a checkpoint, according to a January 10 post on X by El Paso Sector Chief Anthony "Scott" Good.
New Mexico groups launch billboard campaign highlighting community stability
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 13, 2025
A coalition of advocacy organizations in New Mexico has initiated a billboard campaign across Albuquerque to emphasize the importance of community stability for public safety.
New Mexico senator proposes expansion of RICO statute
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 12, 2025
Senator Craig Brandt of Rio Rancho has introduced a proposal to enhance New Mexico's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).
OPINION: The Menorah and The Obelisk
By Robert Witsenhausen | Jan 12, 2025
The Sunday after Christmas this year also happened to be the fifth night of Hanukkah, so I went down to the Santa Fe Plaza to see the Santa Fe Jewish Center’s Menorah lighting ceremony.
Arts & Culture: 'Ladmo' with Bryan Konefsky
By Brian C. Nixon | Jan 12, 2025
When I moved from Southern California to New Mexico, I picked up a flyer that read “Experiments in Film.” I was intrigued. The host was Basement Films.
Michelle Kavanaugh sworn in as Bernalillo County Clerk
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 11, 2025
Michelle Kavanaugh was officially sworn in as the new Bernalillo County Clerk on January 1.
New report highlights impact of child tax credits on reducing poverty in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 10, 2025
The state of New Mexico has distributed $132 million to 239,000 households through its new Child Tax Credit (CTC) this year.