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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'

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

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

A couple from Zuni Pueblo was sentenced for an assault committed in 2023.

Law student collaborates on Supreme Court ethics article

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

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

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

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'

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2025

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.

School of Law earns A+ rating for environmental law program

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 28, 2025

The Natural Resources and Environmental Law (NREL) Program at the School of Law has been awarded an A+ rating by the National Jurist’s PreLaw Magazine this spring.

Dean Camille Carey appoints new chair for judicial nominating commission

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 28, 2025

In a move to enhance the leadership flexibility of the School of Law, voters in New Mexico approved Constitutional Amendment 3 in November 2024.

Dean's Circle Reception 2025 honors contributors at Los Poblanos

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 28, 2025

The Dean’s Circle Reception took place on April 3 at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm.

States ranked on economic competitiveness in new ALEC report

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2025

The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) has released the 18th edition of its annual report, "Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index."

State Rep. Dow on teen death in CYFD custody: 'The time for polite reform has passed'

Rebecca Dow, the state representative for New Mexico’s 38th District, said state child welfare officials are avoiding accountability under the guise of confidentiality following the death of a 16-year-old in their custody.

State Sen. Thornton: Childhood literacy 'should be taught year round'

Ant Thornton, the state senator for New Mexico’s District 19, advocated for expanding the use of the "science of reading" methodology throughout the entire year rather than limiting it to summer school.

State Rep. Lord on reform failures: 'Children are still dying under CYFD care'

Stefani Lord, the state representative for New Mexico's 22nd district, said that Democratic obstruction has hindered meaningful child welfare reform, leaving children vulnerable and failing to address systemic issues within the state's child...

State Rep. Lord: Democrats are 'inciting violence against me through lies'

State Representative Stefani Lord of New Mexico's 22nd District has accused the New Mexico Democratic Party of sending a "deceitful and inflammatory email" that she believes was intended to incite violence against her and her party.

Court rules on status of Ghanaian student in favor as case continues

The U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico has ruled in favor of "K.O.D.," a doctoral student from Ghana at New Mexico Tech, whose F-1 student status was terminated without explanation.

NMBC President on New Mexico’s economic outlook: 'We are excited to see New Mexico’s improvement in the ratings'

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 24, 2025

Carla Sonntag, president of the New Mexico Business Coalition, said that New Mexico's improved economic outlook ranking reflects the impact of sound legislative policies and the coalition's long-term advocacy efforts.