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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 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.


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.


Museum of International Folk Art opens new exhibit on traditions

The Museum of International Folk Art is set to unveil a new exhibition titled "Truths Be Told: Artists Activate Traditions" from December 5, 2025, to January 20, 2027.


New Mexicans urge stricter oil & gas cleanup rules amid abandoned well concerns

Advocacy groups and residents in New Mexico have submitted 890 signatures and comments to the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission (OCC), calling for updates to oil and gas bonding and cleanup rules.


New Mexico History Museum selects artist Molly Mendenhall for Route 66 centennial mural

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


U.S. Army sergeant commands autonomous Black Hawk missions using Sikorsky MATRIX technology

A U.S. Army National Guard Sergeant First Class has become the first soldier without formal pilot training to plan and execute missions using an Optionally Piloted (OPV) Black Hawk helicopter, equipped with MATRIX technology developed by Sikorsky,...


New Mexico United ends regular season with win over Rhode Island FC

New Mexico United ended their regular season with a 2-1 victory over Rhode Island FC at The Lab, marking their seventh consecutive match without a loss.


Daniel Bruce announces retirement from New Mexico United after 2025 season

New Mexico United forward Daniel Bruce has announced that the 2025 season will be his last as a professional footballer.


Las Cruces Veterans Day Parade to honor future military leaders

The Las Cruces Veterans Day Parade is set to take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 11 a.m. in downtown Las Cruces.


Las Cruces Utilities announces temporary closure for team-building event

Las Cruces Utilities will close temporarily on October 30, 2025, for a departmental safety and team-building event.