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Española man receives 13-year sentence for drugs and illegal weapons
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An Española man, Mario James Valdez, has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison after law enforcement uncovered illegal firearms, narcotics, and unstable explosives.


Leon Howard appointed as new executive director of ACLU of New Mexico
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The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico has appointed Leon Howard as its new executive director.


Santa Fe man faces assault charge for alleged 2022 incident
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A Santa Fe resident, Anthony Nieto, has been formally charged with assault resulting in serious bodily injury related to an incident that occurred in 2022.


UNM athletics director introduces new men's basketball coach at chamber meeting
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University of New Mexico Men's Basketball Coach Eric Olen addressed the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors during their meeting on May 22.


Chamber opposes new heat illness prevention proposal citing economic impact
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On May 22, Bruce Stidworthy, chair of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) Local Government Affairs, presented the Heat Illness and Injury Prevention proposal from the New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board to the GACC Board of...


Kirtland Air Fiesta returns in 2025 with aerial displays and performances
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Kirtland Air Force Base is set to host its annual Air Fiesta 2025 over the weekend of May 31 and June 1.


Law student joins prestigious fellowship advocating for workers' rights
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A law student has been selected as a 2025 Peggy Browning Fellow, joining a group of 105 students chosen from nearly 3,500 applicants nationwide.


Trump's executive order faces backlash from New Mexico immigrants' rights groups
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Following the release of a list by the Trump administration targeting "sanctuary" jurisdictions, New Mexico immigrants' rights organizations have expressed their opposition.


Sen. Thornton on fiscal policy: 'The budget deficit will continue to grow'
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Ant Thornton, Senator of New Mexico, said that politicians from both parties have failed to address the growing budget deficit by relying on money printing instead of reducing spending.


State Rep. Lord on party divisions: I'll keep 'fighting for what's right and standing up for the people'
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Stefani Lord, House Representative of New Mexico, expressed her belief that the return of a colleague undermines her party's unity.


Covenant Health executive on expanding access to care: 'Together, we are making a lasting impact'
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Walter Cathey, Regional Chief Executive of Covenant Health, said in a press release that the organization is committed to expanding access to life-changing care through community partnerships.


Former Mayor Miyagishima on launching governor bid: 'We deserve better'
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Ken Miyagishima, former mayor of Las Cruces, announced his candidacy for New Mexico governor in an official campaign video.


Law student Laura Creech wins second place in ABA essay contest
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Third-year law student Laura Creech has secured second place in the American Bar Association Antitrust Law Section’s 2024–2025 Harvey Saferstein Consumer Protection Committee Student Essay Contest.


Greater Albuquerque Chamber announces new board leadership
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The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) has announced new leadership appointments following its Board of Directors meeting on May 22.


Utton Center launches podcast exploring water issues in New Mexico
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The Utton Transboundary Resources Center at the School of Law has launched a new podcast titled "Water Matters!"


NMBC releases 2025 legislative scores based on business priorities
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The New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) has released legislator scores for the 2025 session, evaluating lawmakers based on business-related priorities set at the session's outset.


First-graders help name surgical robot at Lovelace Women's Hospital
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On May 15, Lovelace Women’s Hospital invited students from Bel-Air Elementary School to participate in naming its new daVinci5 surgical robot.


New Mexico's unused capital outlay funds amid deteriorating road conditions
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The State of New Mexico is holding a significant amount of capital outlay funds while the condition of its roads worsens.


Veterans find healing through agriculture at Desert Forge Foundation
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Desert Forge Foundation, based in Albuquerque, is making strides in veteran rehabilitation through sustainable agriculture.


Cesar Marquez joins Common Cause NM as senior organizer
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Common Cause New Mexico is strengthening its grassroots presence by appointing Cesar Marquez as the new Senior Organizer.