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Albuquerque expands Teen Connect initiative for youth mentorship and school safety
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The City of Albuquerque is continuing its efforts to address youth safety and development through the Teen Connect initiative, which centers on mentorship, education, and providing opportunities for local teens.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández highlights Hispanic heritage and pushes to protect Chaco Canyon
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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used social media between September 15-16, 2025 to mark Hispanic Heritage Month and advocate for protections for Chaco Canyon alongside other leaders at the U.S. Capitol.


Peaceful protester sues Moriarty and Torrance County over arrest outside gun show
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A 70-year-old woman has filed a lawsuit against the City of Moriarty and Torrance County after being arrested and detained for 72 hours following a peaceful protest outside a gun show at the Moriarty Civic Center.


Rio Grande Foundation president criticizes Albuquerque’s progressive policies ahead of mayoral election
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Albuquerque is facing a critical election season this fall, with city residents expressing concern over the direction of local policies.


Rep. Lord calls for Gov. Grisham's impeachment: 'She should actually read the Constitution before swearing an oath to it'
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Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, has reiterated her calls for the impeachment of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.


Sen. Block on Midway Blitz operation: Republicans stand for 'protecting the public, and the rule of law'
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Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has expressed concerns about Democratic policies, stating that they enable criminals while federal leaders are working to strengthen enforcement against illegal immigrant crime.


Sen. Thornton on Universal Child Care: ''Do you really want the government taking care of your kids?'
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Senator Ant Thornton of New Mexico has expressed his view that families should receive tax rebates to select their own caregivers, rather than depending on a state-run universal child care system.


Rep. Block: Universal Child Care plan 'is a massive scam that is not universal'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, has criticized Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's universal child care proposal.


Rep. Dow on education: 'You don’t need a legislative mandate to implement most evidence based strategies'
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Rebecca Dow, a House Representative from New Mexico, has urged school districts to adopt evidence-based strategies such as tutoring and grade retention without the need for new legislation.


Sen. Block: Democrats 'defend violent crime rates, want open borders, hate the first amendment'
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Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, said that Democrats are pursuing destructive policies and lack leadership.


Rep. Dow on child welfare: 'CYFD is a total disaster!'
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Rebecca Dow, House Representative of New Mexico, has called for urgent reforms to the state's child welfare agency, the Children, Youth & Families Department (CYFD), following the deaths of two infants known as "CARA babies."


Rep. Armstrong on political violence following Kirk assassination: 'There is no justification, ever, for political violence'
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Gail Armstrong, House Minority Leader of the New Mexico Legislature, issued a statement addressing the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.


Deb Haaland addresses job creation, hunger relief efforts in recent social media posts
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Deb Haaland addressed issues including workforce development programs for youth, federal nutrition assistance cuts under Trump-era policies impacting New Mexicans facing hunger during Hunger Action Month (September 2025), and celebrated National...


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham promotes anti-litter campaign with help from Vince Gilligan
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on September 15, 2025, via social media that New Mexico's latest anti-littering commercial—featuring contributions from Vince Gilligan and actors Daniel and Luis Moncada—would premiere on September 16 as...


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham highlights New Mexico’s diversity and social initiatives in recent posts
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham used her Twitter account between September 13–15, 2025 to promote a statewide conference in Glorieta, highlight New Mexico’s biodiversity, and discuss economic impacts of free childcare programs with insights from...


The Grant Plant surpasses $400 million milestone in client funding
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The Grant Plant, a women-led grant consulting firm based in New Mexico, has reached a milestone by securing over $400 million in funding for its clients.


Sen Michael Padilla highlights spaceport development and infrastructure investments across New Mexico
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Senator Michael Padilla posted updates between September 9 and September 12, detailing his work on spaceport development in Deming, the $165 billion Borderplex Digital project in Sunland Park, and pedestrian safety initiatives along South Coors...


Albuquerque installs new metal archways on The Rail Trail in Sawmill District
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City of Albuquerque workers have installed two metal archways in the Sawmill District as part of ongoing construction for The Rail Trail, a project aimed at economic development in the area.


Albuquerque International Sunport opens upgraded cell phone waiting lot with new amenities
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The Albuquerque International Sunport has introduced The Holding Pattern, a newly redesigned cell phone waiting lot aimed at improving the experience for those picking up arriving passengers.


Native American Rights Fund supports legal fight against Line 5 pipeline reroute
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The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) has expressed support for the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and environmental groups as they challenge Wisconsin’s approval of a proposed reroute for the Line 5 oil pipeline.