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Thomas Grover, a former sergeant with the Albuquerque Police Department (APD), said that he left the force due to politicized discipline during the Department of Justice (DOJ) era, which he claims forced officers to remain silent about command...

Feed New Mexico Kids director says child hunger drives broader risks: 'Food insecurity is the tip of the iceberg'

Tracy Rodden, executive director for Feed New Mexico Kids, has highlighted the connection between food insecurity and increased risks of trafficking, drug use, and low graduation rates.

Albuquerque mayoral candidate Armijo blames APD staffing crisis on leadership

Mayling Armijo, a mayoral candidate for Albuquerque, has said that the city's police staffing crisis is due to leadership failures rather than pay issues.

Think New Mexico director says malpractice premiums drive health workers from state

Fred Nathan, executive director of Think New Mexico, said that the state's high medical malpractice premiums—approximately double those of neighboring states—along with low Medicaid rates, are prompting health workers to leave.

John Moore Associates CEO Cochran says tax bill offers savings for couples

Brian Cochran, president and CEO of John Moore Associates, said that despite criticism from both sides, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act provides meaningful tax savings for average working couples and retirees.

NM Shooting Sports Association president: 'Youth shooting sports is a bunch of stellar high school students'

Zachary Fort, president of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association, addressed concerns about rising youth crime in a recent podcast.

Rep. Block on Albuquerque runoff election: 'Please join me in donating to Darren White and helping save the largest city in NM'

John Block, a state representative for the New Mexico House of Representatives, has urged supporters to contribute and volunteer for Darren White's Albuquerque mayoral campaign.

Rep. Dow on state spending: 'The problem isn’t a lack of money — it’s failed policies'

Rebecca Dow, a state representative for the New Mexico House of Representatives, has expressed concerns regarding new government spending plans.

Rep. Dow on child welfare: 'NM kids in foster care are in crisis'

Rebecca Dow, a state representative for the New Mexico House of Representatives, has condemned the state's child welfare agency and called for immediate action to protect foster children.

Rep. Block: 'I’ve helped successfully bring back dollars to reinvest in our community'

John Block, a state representative for the New Mexico House of Representatives, recently summarized a week of committee work and local engagement across the state.

Sen. Block on nuclear industry workers: 'We’re redefining what healthcare can be for former atomic workers'

Jay Block, a state senator for the New Mexico Senate, has encouraged former nuclear industry workers to apply for benefits available through Nuclear Care Partners.

Sen. Block on veterans support: 'We had so many veterans needing help and we got them started'

Jay Block, a state senator for New Mexico, said that his veterans fair attracted strong participation and connected service members with essential resources and legislative discussions.

Think New Mexico economic director: Food tax repeal 'is a regressive tax'

Katie Gutierrez, Economic Reform Director of Think New Mexico, said that eliminating the tax on food would reduce the burden on low-income families who must allocate a significant portion of their limited income to groceries.

Federal shutdown exposes depth of New Mexico's reliance on Washington

The recent federal government shutdown has underscored New Mexico's significant reliance on federal funding.

$New Mexico regulators halt move toward fracking wastewater reuse after public outcry$

New Mexico regulators halt move toward fracking wastewater reuse after public outcry

A proposal to change New Mexico’s water regulations and allow for the reuse and discharge of treated fracking wastewater was set back on Thursday after the Water Quality Control Commission voted to vacate its earlier decision to advance a petition...

EPA extends deadline for state plans on oil and gas methane emissions

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule that delays the implementation of new methane emission regulations for the oil and gas sector.

UNM Children’s Hospital provides free meals for patient families facing food insecurity

New Mexico continues to face a significant challenge with food insecurity, as nearly 17% of its population is affected, according to the May 2025 Map the Meal Gap report from Feeding America.

State Bar of New Mexico awards scholarships to three UNM law students

The State Bar of New Mexico’s Senior Lawyers Division held its Annual Attorney Memorial Scholarship Presentation and Reception on November 18, 2025.

Albuquerque International Sunport launches FlySide Pass for nontravelers

The Albuquerque International Sunport has introduced the ABQ FlySide Pass, a new digital program that allows nontravelers to access the terminal beyond security without needing a boarding pass.

School of Law hosts luncheon honoring scholarship donors and recipients