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Central Texas News reported on an incident involving the Department of Energy under the administration of former President Biden.

Proposed tax hike in Albuquerque sparks discussion among officials and public

RGF is actively engaging with voters and city councilors regarding a proposed 3/8ths percent gross receipts tax increase currently under consideration by the Albuquerque City Council.

Ghanaian student sues DHS over terminated visa status

A doctoral student from Ghana, enrolled at New Mexico Tech, has initiated legal action in the U.S. District Court.

School of Law honors faculty for scholarly publications

The School of Law held its Faculty Scholarship Reception on April 22, 2025, to acknowledge the achievements of its faculty members who have published scholarly works during 2024 and 2025.

State Rep. Lord on Albuquerque arson case: 'I’m glad this dangerous punk is off the streets'

Stefani Lord, a state representative for New Mexico’s District 22, said that the federal charges filed against Jamison Wagner in connection with the arson attacks on a Tesla showroom and the Republican Party office in Albuquerque reflect the...

State Rep. Block: Democrats are 'attacking our Second Amendment' and 'dying to snatch our guns'

John Block, the state representative for New Mexico District 51, said that Democratic leaders are advocating for extreme gun control policies that infringe on the rights of law-abiding citizens.

State Sen. Block: Political violence is 'not the American way' and 'must end'

Jay Block, the state senator for New Mexico's District 12, said that political violence must be condemned and expressed relief that Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his staff were unharmed following a recent arson attack on the governor’s...

State Sen. Block: Arson attack suspect is a 'registered Democrat with serious mental and violence issues'

Jay Block, a state senator for New Mexico District 12, has said that the suspect accused of committing arson at the state's GOP headquarters is a "registered Democrat."

Earth Day highlights the protection efforts for sacred Tribal monuments

National monuments serve as significant cultural and natural landmarks, cherished across political and demographic lines in the United States.

New Mexico's economic freedom examined amid oil boom

A recent opinion piece published in the Santa Fe New Mexican on April 20, 2025, discusses the economic challenges faced by New Mexico despite its significant oil production.

ACLU of New Mexico opposes military authority expansion at the border

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico expressed opposition to the increased military role at the southern border.

State Rep. Dow: 'Let parents parent' and 'let teachers teach'

Rebecca Dow, a state representative for New Mexico’s District 38, said that the state’s education department is wrong to attempt to block a curriculum supported by both parents and teachers.

State Rep. Dow: Democrats killed paid leave bill over lack of 'paid time off for recovery after transgender surgery'

Rebecca Dow, the New Mexico House Representative for District 38, said that Democrat lawmakers rejected a GOP proposal to provide 6 to 12 weeks of paid family leave during the recent legislative session, despite the state's $3 billion surplus.

State Sen. Block: 'Time to take our streets back and have tough criminal laws to protect the public'

Jay Block, a state senator for New Mexico's District 12, has advocated for the death penalty for individuals who kill law enforcement officers, harm children, or traffic dangerous drugs.

State Rep. Block: Gov. Grisham's veto of 'horrific' tax bill HB14 is 'good news'

John Block, a state representative for New Mexico's District 51, said that Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's veto of a tax bill that would have increased alcohol taxes by 20 percent was a positive outcome.

ABB expands Albuquerque facility, creating 150 new jobs

ABB Installation Products recently unveiled a major expansion of its manufacturing facility located on Albuquerque’s West Side.

Greenhouse gas emissions decline as oil and natural gas production rises

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 20, 2025

Methane emissions in the United States have been decreasing according to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Greenhouse Gas Inventory from 2021.

New Mexico's oil boom powers state economy and public programs

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 20, 2025

New Mexico's rapid rise in energy production has played a significant role in boosting the state's economy and funding local public programs.

Study finds no proven link between oil fields and childhood cancer

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 20, 2025

An academic study led by Dr. Lisa McKenzie from the University of Colorado's School of Public Health has not established a link between residential proximity to oil and natural gas development and childhood leukemia.