New Mexico Sun

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety Forensic Laboratory Evidence Unit plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of criminal cases by safeguarding evidence.

Santa Fe Institute researchers explore context’s role in human decision-making

Most people understand the health risks of smoking, yet many continue to smoke.

New Mexico Forensic Lab expands capabilities with new facility

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety Forensic Laboratory operates as a central resource for scientific analysis in criminal investigations across the state.

New Mexico DPS division manages grants, supports cleanup campaign, and funds law enforcement technology

The Administrative Services Division (ASD) of the New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) oversees several key functions, including budget, finance, special projects, human resources, and grants management.

Complexity economics explored in new journal issue led by Santa Fe Institute scholars

Global markets are increasingly seen as complex systems influenced by feedback loops, unexpected disruptions, and adaptive behaviors that do not always fit standard economic models.

Lockheed Martin partners with Korean Air to enhance military aircraft sustainment

Lockheed Martin and Korean Air have signed a strategic partnership framework to explore joint opportunities in support of the U.S. government’s Regional Sustainment Framework (RSF) initiative and expand Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul & Upgrade...

HomeGrown food show returns to showcase local products at NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 24, 2025

The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum will host the 11th annual HomeGrown: A New Mexico Food Show & Gift Market on November 22 and 23.

Orion spacecraft stacked atop SLS rocket ahead of Artemis II lunar mission

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 24, 2025

NASA and Lockheed Martin have reached a significant step in preparing for the Artemis II mission, as the Orion spacecraft was recently connected to the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket at Kennedy Space Center.

Santa Fe Institute hosts global complexity postdoc conference with focus on collaboration

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 23, 2025

SFI’s Postdocs in Complexity Global Conference brought together 53 early-career researchers from different countries for a four-day event held September 16–19, 2025.

New Mexico Department of Public Safety details technical support and forensic divisions

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 23, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety (NMDPS) continues its overview of internal divisions, focusing this time on the Technical Support Division.

Governor appoints Gene Grant as director of Office of African American Affairs

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 22, 2025

Gene Grant has been appointed as the new executive director of the New Mexico Office of African American Affairs, according to an announcement from Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.

New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship honored with national impact award for free tuition

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 22, 2025

The New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship has been recognized with the National Impact Award by College Promise, a nonprofit organization that advocates for greater access to college education.

Deb Haaland addresses tariffs and economic development during Santa Teresa border visit

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 21, 2025

Deb Haaland, a candidate for governor of New Mexico, visited Santa Teresa to discuss the impact of tariffs and economic development at the border with Mexico.

New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy serves all state agencies, not just State Police

By New Mexico Sun | Oct 21, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) consists of several divisions and units, including the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy.

Governors announce Rocky Mountain natural gas export plan targeting U.S., Asian markets

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon have released an infrastructure roadmap aimed at expanding the export of Rocky Mountain natural gas to U.S. and Asian markets.

NMSU partners with Fujitsu on national testbed for advanced computing technologies

New Mexico State University (NMSU) and Fujitsu Limited have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to create a national testbed for high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and edge computing technologies.

Governors present plan for exporting Rocky Mountain natural gas to U.S., Asian markets

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon have introduced a new infrastructure plan to promote Rocky Mountain natural gas in U.S. and Asian markets.

New Mexico contracts Guidehouse for rural health transformation grant application

New Mexico Medicaid has awarded a contract to Guidehouse to assist in preparing the state’s application for the federal Rural Health Transformation Program grant.

Lockheed Martin receives $233 million contract for IRST21 Block II sensor systems

Lockheed Martin has secured a $233 million firm-fixed-price contract to supply IRST21 Block II systems and initial spare parts to the U.S. Navy and Air National Guard.