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Rio Rancho Mayor Hull announces bid for governor: 'My campaign will focus on the future'
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Gregg Hull, mayor of Rio Rancho, announced his candidacy for governor of New Mexico, aiming to introduce "forward-focused, community-driven solutions" to the state's major challenges.

State Rep. Block: Suspect in GOP HQ arson attack is a 'mentally ill insane Democrat'
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John Block, a state representative for New Mexico House District 51, expressed relief following the arrest of a suspect linked to the arson attack on the New Mexico Republican Party's headquarters.

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State Rep. Lord on arrest of GOP HQ arson suspect: 'I’m glad this dangerous punk is off the streets'
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Stefani Lord, a state representative for New Mexico House District 22, expressed relief following the arrest related to the arson attack on the state's Republican Party headquarters.


Yazzie/Martinez case briefing to offer insights ahead of April 29 court hearing
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Key experts will conduct a media briefing ahead of a significant court hearing in the Yazzie/Martinez case concerning education equity.


State Rep. Dow on arrest in Republican HQ arson: 'This is not peacefully protesting'
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Rebecca Dow, a state representative for New Mexico's House District 38, addressed the recent arson attack on the Republican Party of New Mexico office.


State Sen. Block on arson attack at Pennsylvania Governor's mansion: 'Political violence must end'
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Jay Block, a state senator for New Mexico's District 12, called for an end to political violence following an arson attack on the Pennsylvania governor's mansion.


DA Bregman enters New Mexico governor's race: 'We need leaders that will take action against tyrants'
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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
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Colorado's recent legislation on gun control has sparked discussions in neighboring New Mexico.


New Mexico governor signs bipartisan bill mandating phone-free policies in schools
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On April 13, 2025, Governor Michelle Luján Grisham signed Senate Bill 11 into law, marking a moment of bipartisan agreement amidst numerous vetoes and criticisms directed at the Legislature.


New Mexico legislature concludes with limited bill passage amid new initiatives
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The 2025 New Mexico Legislative Session officially concluded on April 11, with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's deadline to sign or veto bills expiring that evening.


State Sen. Townsend responds to threats against Republican Party: 'Being triggered is a choice'
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Jim Townsend, the state senator for New Mexico District 34, said the protests and threats directed at the Republican Party have been "unbelievable."


State Rep. Dow: Democrats 'wasted our time' and 'failed to implement criminal justice reforms'
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Rebecca Dow, a state representative for New Mexico District 38, said congressional Democrats wasted time during the legislative session and failed to implement meaningful legislation.


State Rep. John Block: Gov. Grisham is 'unbelievably evil'
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John Block, a state representative for New Mexico District 51, said Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham was "unbelievably evil" following her decision to veto several proposed pieces of legislation.


State Rep. Lord: 'Expect a lot of mudslinging' in New Mexico governor primary race
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Stefani Lord, the state representative for New Mexico House District 22, said her expectation of significant "mudslinging" in the state's governor primary race.


Albuquerque Reads seeks new volunteer tutors for literacy program
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Albuquerque Reads is seeking volunteers to join its tutoring program for the upcoming school year.


Funding sought for ‘Bosque Rio Sunset’ mural restoration on Montaño Bridge
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City Councilor Dan Lewis has advocated for funding to revitalize the "Bosque Rio Sunset" art piece on the Montaño Bridge in Albuquerque.


State Sen. Block: 'We must fix the acquisition process to ensure our tax dollars are not being wasted'
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Jay Block, a state senator representing New Mexico’s 12th District, has called for an overhaul of the defense acquisition process to reduce waste and ensure military capabilities remain current.


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