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Eastern New Mexico women’s basketball falls to Adams State for first loss

The Eastern New Mexico University women's basketball team experienced their first loss of the season, falling to Adams State University 66-63 on Saturday at Plachy Hall in Alamosa, Colorado.


Western New Mexico volleyball ends season after four-set loss to St. Edward’s

Western New Mexico University’s volleyball team ended its season with a four-set loss to St. Edward’s University at the Recreation and Convocation Center in Austin, Texas.


NMOGA produces videos for Carlsbad Mayor’s Energy Summit on workforce development

NMOGA recently produced a series of videos for the Carlsbad Mayor’s Energy Summit, which took place last week.


UNM encourages community support ahead of football game against Colorado State

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is encouraging community support for its football team ahead of the upcoming game against Colorado State.


Albuquerque Isotopes’ Ryan Maxwell receives PCL visiting clubhouse manager honor

Ryan Maxwell, Director of Team Operations for the Albuquerque Isotopes, has been named the Pacific Coast League’s 2025 Visiting Clubhouse Manager of the Year.


Western New Mexico University Women’s Basketball signs two Albuquerque standouts

Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball has announced the signing of two new players, Hope Giddings and Malia Mose, both from Albuquerque.


Deb Haaland addresses Native women’s health and education investment in recent posts

Deb Haaland highlighted transparency in Native women’s health care and investments in education through several posts dated November 19-20, 2025.


AFP State Director: School choice in New Mexico would end 'discrimination in education’

Sarah Hetimi, the state director of Americans for Prosperity New Mexico, expressed on The Chile Wire podcast that education tax credits and broader school choice could expand opportunities and improve outcomes across public schools.


Eastern New Mexico women’s basketball prepares for Newman Classic matchups

The Eastern New Mexico University women's basketball team is set to compete in the Newman Classic in Wichita, Kansas this weekend.


Two UNM Health leaders appointed to top posts at National Association for Medical Staff Services

University of New Mexico Health leaders Alison Webster and Summer Bloise have been named to prominent positions within the National Association for Medical Staff Services (NAMSS), a national organization representing medical services professionals.


Love's Travel Stops reopens updated Albuquerque location with chamber support

Employees from Love’s Travel Stops joined the reopening of their location at 2200 6th St. NW in Albuquerque on November 13.


UNM professor investigates links between poverty, policy decisions and chronic disease

Sam Swift, PhD, MPH, an assistant professor at The University of New Mexico College of Population Health (COPH), is conducting research that examines how poverty and social policies impact chronic disease outcomes.


Sen Michael Padilla highlights legislative work and innovation across New Mexico

Senator Michael Padilla shared updates from November 18-20, detailing budget analysis sessions in Santa Fe, participation in an energy symposium in Socorro, and a visit to Spaceport America.


Western New Mexico men's basketball defeats New Mexico Highlands to open season

Western New Mexico University's men's basketball team began their season with a 70–55 win over New Mexico Highlands at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena in Portales, New Mexico.


Eastern New Mexico men's basketball falls short in season opener against Fort Lewis

Eastern New Mexico University's men's basketball team narrowly lost their season opener to Fort Lewis, with a final score of 76-73.


Shiprock man charged with sexual assault of Navajo Nation minor

A man from Shiprock has been charged in federal court with sexually assaulting a minor.


Zuni man receives six-year sentence for voluntary manslaughter

A member of the Zuni Pueblo, Joey Luarkie, 25, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for voluntary manslaughter following a fatal stabbing that occurred in February 2023.


Torreon man charged with federal weapons offenses after shootings on Navajo Nation

A man from Torreon, New Mexico, is facing federal charges after being linked to four shooting incidents on the Navajo Nation between July 2024 and September 2025.


Eastern New Mexico women’s basketball wins season opener against Regis

The Eastern New Mexico University women's basketball team began their 2025-26 season with an 80-52 win over Regis University on Friday at the Regis Fieldhouse in Denver, Colorado.


Eastern New Mexico men's basketball falls short in season opener against Fort Lewis

Eastern New Mexico University's men's basketball team narrowly lost their season opener to Fort Lewis, with a final score of 76-73.