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New Mexico Education Trust Board presents 529 Plan details to GACC Board
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On April 24, the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors was briefed by Carolyn Fittipaldi, the marketing director of the New Mexico Education Trust Board.

NMANS launches new website to support non-public schools in New Mexico
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The New Mexico Association of Non-public Schools (NMANS) has announced the launch of its new website, www.nmans.org.

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CVNM Action Fund endorses Haaland for New Mexico governor in 2026 election
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Conservation Voters New Mexico (CVNM) Action Fund has endorsed Secretary Deb Haaland for the 2026 gubernatorial elections.


New Mexico oil and gas industry: Economic contributions and legislative challenges
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New Mexico Oil and Gas Association CEO Missi Currier recently addressed members of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, highlighting the far-reaching impact of the oil and gas sector.


UNM Law School's 2025 commencement to feature Judge Shammara Henderson as keynote speaker
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The University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Law is set to hold its 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 17.


CVNM criticizes Trump Administration's environmental and civil rights policies
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The Conservation Voters New Mexico (CVNM) has issued a statement reflecting on the actions taken by the Trump Administration, which they consider reckless and detrimental to various communities and institutions.


House challenges California's Clean Air Act waiver under CRA
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On April 30th and May 1st, 2025, the House of Representatives utilized the Congressional Review Act (CRA) of 1996 to disapprove California's Clean Air Act waiver, which allows the state to set its own vehicle emission standards.


State Rep. Block on impeachment effort: 'President Trump legally and properly deported a criminal illegal alien'
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John Block, a state representative for New Mexico's District 51, said that the removal of an MS-13 gang member by former President Donald Trump was lawful and he denounced representative Shri Thanedar for calling for Trump's impeachment.


State Rep. Block: 'Our tax dollars are going to leftist propaganda that trashes voter integrity measures'
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John Block, a state representative for New Mexico's District 51, expressed concerns over taxpayer-funded content from MTO, which he claims promotes partisan messaging against voter integrity measures and misleads the public about proposed election...



Bonnie Stepleton retires from UNM School of Law after 16 years of service
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May 1, 2025 Bonnie Stepleton, Director of Student and Career Services at the UNM School of Law, has announced her retirement after 16 years of service.


Rio Grande Foundation President on New Mexico's population decline: 'It's 110% on our political leadership'
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Paul Gessing, President of the Rio Grande Foundation, expressed concerns in a podcast with NMSunCast about New Mexico's political leadership and its policies, which he believes are driving residents to neighboring states.


Rio Grande Foundation President on education: 'Despite spending over $30,000 per student in some districts, we remain dead last'
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Paul Gessing, President of the Rio Grande Foundation, said in a podcast with the New Mexico SunCast that New Mexico's substantial education spending has not resulted in improved student performance.


New Mexico IPL addresses haze impact at Regional Haze Plan hearing
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Sister Joan Brown and Clara Sims of New Mexico Interfaith Power and Light provided comments on New Mexico's Regional Haze Plan at a hearing held by the Environmental Improvement Board.


Zuni Pueblo couple sentenced for assaulting man in his home
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A couple from Zuni Pueblo was sentenced for an assault committed in 2023.


Law student collaborates on Supreme Court ethics article
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Marco Alarid White, a third-year law student, has coauthored an article in the Fordham Voting Rights and Democracy Forum with Donald K. Sherman and Virginia Canter.


Leadership Albuquerque examines New Mexico education system
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Dr. Gabriella Duran Blakey, Superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools, addressed participants of the Leadership Albuquerque program on April 22.


Critics scrutinize environmental policies from Trump's first 100 days in office
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April 29 marked the 100th day of the Biden Administration's term; however, it’s the previous administration under President Donald Trump that is currently under scrutiny.


School of Law excels at Williams Institute Moot Court Competition, secures second place
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The School of Law recently saw one of its moot court teams distinguish itself at the 19th Annual Williams Institute Moot Court Competition.


Freedom Alliance Co-Leader on youth crime and discipline: 'They will no longer tolerate people harming others and their property'
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Sarah Smith, Co-Leader of the New Mexico Freedoms Alliance, has called for stronger disciplinary action in schools and stricter enforcement of community laws to address youth violence in Las Cruces.