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Think New Mexico Associate Director Fisher on funding reform: 'We should have a statewide capital plan'

Associate Director of Think New Mexico, Kristina Fisher, has advocated for the state to replace its fragmented capital spending system with a statewide, prioritized plan that fully funds major infrastructure needs.


Former Las Cruces Mayor Miyagishima: Prisoner reentry and housing ‘reduces recidivism, generates returns’

Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima has proposed a program to train nonviolent inmates in trades, aiming to build affordable housing, cut costs, reduce recidivism, and provide jobs with record expungement upon release.


Pueblo of Laguna and Roadrunner Food Bank hold food distribution drive

The Pueblo of Laguna and Roadrunner Food Bank organized a food distribution drive to address benefit shortages.


Poll shows strong support for ranked choice voting among Santa Fe and Las Cruces voters

A recent poll conducted by SurveyUSA indicates that most voters in Santa Fe and Las Cruces support ranked choice voting (RCV), find the process straightforward, and make use of the opportunity to rank multiple candidates.


Senate Republicans vote blocks EPA methane rule; New Mexico faces continued Texas emissions

Senate Republicans have voted against a resolution that aimed to prevent the Trump administration from delaying methane pollution standards.


Eastern New Mexico women's basketball falls to Oklahoma Baptist in close contest

The Eastern New Mexico University women's basketball team was defeated by Oklahoma Baptist University, 93-85, in a road game at the Noble Complex in Shawnee on Tuesday night.


WNMU volleyball freshmen Posthumus and Barris receive conference honors after strong debut seasons

Freshmen volleyball players Daphne Posthumus and Brynlee Barris have received postseason honors after strong performances in their first season with Western New Mexico University (WNMU).


New Mexico reports first case of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) and the New Mexico Livestock Board (NMLB) have confirmed the state's first case of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), a neurological disease linked to Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).


Eastern New Mexico football sees highest all-conference honors since 2019

Eastern New Mexico University's football team received 15 all-conference honors from the Lone Star Conference, marking the highest number of such accolades for the program since 2019.


New Mexico Oil & Gas Association sponsors fundraising video for Saint Elizabeth Shelters

The New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA) has produced a fundraising video for Saint Elizabeth Shelters as part of its sponsorship of the 2025 Hungry Mouth Festival.


Eastern New Mexico’s Sophia Valdez receives All-Lone Star Conference honorable mention

Sophia Valdez of Eastern New Mexico University has been named to the All-Lone Star Conference honorable mention team, according to an announcement made Wednesday at the LSC volleyball banquet in Richardson, Texas.


Western New Mexico football players earn Lone Star Conference postseason honors

Western New Mexico University football players have received recognition for their performances in the Lone Star Conference postseason awards.


New Mexico MVD launches loaner program for mobile ID reader devices

The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) has introduced a new initiative to help businesses in the state transition to accepting Mobile IDs.


Albuquerque police chief admits routine deletion of official texts since 2018

Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina has admitted under oath that he and other high-ranking officials have been deleting text messages related to official business since 2018.


Chamber encourages community support for ABQ Reads through Smith’s, Walmart and Target

The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce is encouraging community members to support its Albuquerque Reads literacy program through everyday shopping at Smith’s, Walmart, and Target.


Lockheed Martin CFO Evan Scott to join Goldman Sachs conference fireside chat

Lockheed Martin announced that its Chief Financial Officer, Evan Scott, will take part in a fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs Industrials and Materials 2025 Conference.


Western New Mexico men's basketball extends winning streak with victory over Colorado Christian

Western New Mexico University's men's basketball team secured its third consecutive win with an 85-79 victory over Colorado Christian University on Wednesday at the CCU Event Center in Lakewood, Colorado.


Attorneys general oppose potential ban on state artificial intelligence laws

Attorney General Raúl Torrez, along with a bipartisan group of 30 attorneys general, has expressed opposition to efforts that could lead to a ban on state laws addressing artificial intelligence (AI).


New Mexico awards $22 million in grants to support local fire departments

The New Mexico State Fire Marshal’s Office has distributed over $22 million in grants to 69 fire departments throughout the state.


Western New Mexico women’s basketball falls to MSU Denver after turnover struggles

Western New Mexico University’s women’s basketball team fell to MSU Denver 91-74 in a non-conference matchup at the Auraria Events Center in Denver.