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Republicans in Washington have not reached a budget agreement, resulting in another federal government shutdown under President Trump.

Army completes soldier-led flight tests of Lockheed Martin's Precision Strike Missile

The U.S. Army has completed a series of soldier-led flight tests for Lockheed Martin’s Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.

Call for nominations open for John Lewis Youth Leadership Award 2025

The New Mexico Secretary of State’s office has announced a call for nominations for the 2025 John Lewis Youth Leadership Award.

Deb Haaland addresses impact of federal shutdown on New Mexico families

Deb Haaland, a candidate for governor in New Mexico, has issued a statement addressing the federal government shutdown and its impact on residents of the state. “In New Mexico, over 22,000 federal employees and their families are facing...

Deb Haaland urges higher pay for UNM resident doctors amid physician shortage

Deb Haaland, a candidate for governor of New Mexico, has called on the University of New Mexico’s Board of Regents to increase pay for resident physicians working within the UNM Health system.

Applied Research Associates launches indoctrination course targeting special purpose military equipment

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) has introduced a new Special Purpose Equipment Indoctrination Course designed to address specific training needs within the Department of Defense (DoD).

New Mexico DOT begins study to address Big I interchange traffic concerns

By New Mexico Sun | Sep 30, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has started a study to address congestion and safety issues at the I-25/I-40 interchange, commonly called the “Big I,” in Albuquerque.

Governor calls special legislative session over federal funding cuts

By New Mexico Sun | Sep 30, 2025

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has called a special session of the New Mexico State Legislature to address significant federal funding cuts resulting from the Trump administration’s budget reconciliation bill, H.R.1, and related federal actions.

I-25 traffic adjustments planned for Balloon Fiesta week

By New Mexico Sun | Sep 30, 2025

Motorists in Albuquerque are advised to expect higher traffic volumes during the 2025 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, which will take place from October 4 to October 12.

New Mexico offers new grants to boost organizations supporting creative industries

Organizations in New Mexico that support creative industries can now apply for grant funding of up to $62,500.

New Mexico launches electric school bus pilot program at select schools

GreenPower Motor Company Inc. and the New Mexico Economic Development Department have announced the start of a two-year pilot project to deploy all-electric, zero-emission school buses in New Mexico.

UNM announces Research & Discovery Week with keynotes by Poppy Crum and Nobel Laureate Paul Modrich

The University of New Mexico (UNM) will hold its annual Research & Discovery Week from November 6 to 14, featuring a series of events that highlight research, collaboration, and innovation across disciplines.

Jessika Trancik appointed director of MIT Sociotechnical Systems Research Center

SFI External Professor Jessika Trancik, who is also a professor at MIT and a former SFI Omidyar Fellow, has been appointed as the director of MIT’s Sociotechnical Systems Research Center (SSRC).

AIP Foundation celebrates France Córdova with new forum on science policy

In August, the American Institute of Physics (AIP) and AIP Foundation held an event in downtown Santa Fe to honor France Córdova, who serves as an External Professor at the Santa Fe Institute.

New Mexico Fire & EMS Expo returns with expanded training opportunities

By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2025

Firefighters, EMS personnel, and emergency responders from across New Mexico are set to gather in Socorro for the 12th annual New Mexico Fire & EMS Expo.

Pacific Fusion selects Albuquerque for $1 billion research campus creating hundreds of jobs

Pacific Fusion, a company specializing in fusion energy, has chosen New Mexico for its first Research and Manufacturing Campus.

Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky wins $10.9B deal for up to 99 CH-53K helicopters

Sikorsky, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, has been awarded a $10.855 billion contract by the U.S. Navy to produce up to 99 CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopters for the U.S. Marine Corps over a five-year period.

Eastern New Mexico University named among best colleges by U.S. News for 2026

Eastern New Mexico University has been recognized in the 2026 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges Rankings, earning distinctions in several categories.

New Mexico prepares for universal child care rollout with emphasis on workforce

New Mexico is preparing to implement universal child care, with a focus on strengthening the workforce and improving quality.