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Climbing the Education Mountain: Mandi Torrez on New Mexico's Reform Efforts

New Mexico’s education system has long ranked near the bottom nationally in student achievement, with chronic challenges in literacy, teacher recruitment, and rural access.


Conservation Voters New Mexico responds to political assassinations in Minnesota

On June 13, 2025, a political assassination occurred in Minnesota, claiming the lives of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark.


NM 475 rehabilitation project completed; full access restored

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has announced the completion of a $3.5 million roadway rehabilitation project on NM 475, known as Hyde Park Road.


Governor appoints Anastasia Martin to First Judicial District Court

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Anastasia Martin to the First Judicial District Court.


OPINION: From victory to vulnerability: The new battle for women’s sports

I was a four-sport varsity athlete, a girls’ volleyball and track coach, and a high school athletic director.


OPINION: Gender policies clash with public opinion in NM

I recently met Neeraja Deshpande, the 24-year-old author of the Independent Women’s Forum report “The Disjointed Reality in New Mexico: New Mexico Gender Policies Clash with Public Opinion.”


OPINION: No kings, no brains

This year, I’ll be celebrating Flag Day along with most of my fellow Patriotic Americans. But some people in Santa Fe and around the state will be participating in the “No Kings” leftist day of protest.


Albuquerque leaders oppose Trump’s immigration policies targeting local communities

Local organizations and officials in Albuquerque are preparing to address recent immigration policies at a press conference.


Governor declares emergency over Trout Fire near Silver City

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has declared an emergency and secured Fire Management Assistance Grants (FMAG) to address the Trout Fire in the Gila National Forest near Silver City.


Gov. Grisham on naming avian biologist to game commission: 'Dr. Witt is internationally recognized for his research on hummingbirds'

Michelle Lujan Grisham, the governor of New Mexico, announced in a press release the appointment of Christopher C. Witt to the State Game Commission.


NMDOH manager on childhood immunization success: 'Vaccines are one of the greatest tools we have to protect children’s health'

Andrea Romero, Immunization Program Manager at the New Mexico Department of Health, said in a public announcement that vaccines are crucial for safeguarding children's health by eradicating deadly childhood diseases that once claimed thousands of...


Internship funding available for New Mexico agriculture businesses

New Mexico's Agricultural Workforce Development (AWD) Program is now accepting applications from agricultural businesses for internship funding.


Grand Canyon University launches accelerated nursing program in partnership with Lovelace Health Systems

Grand Canyon University (GCU) has initiated its accelerated nursing program in collaboration with Lovelace Health Systems.


New Mexico highlights elder abuse awareness month: citizens urged to report suspected cases

June is recognized as Elder Abuse Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of protecting older adults from harm.


NMOGA highlights importance of oil industry at EnergyPlex Conference

During the eighth annual EnergyPlex Conference, discussions centered on the impact of New Mexico's oil and gas industry.


Haaland secures 10k volunteers in bid for New Mexico governorship

Haaland's campaign for governor of New Mexico has gained significant traction, with over 10,000 individuals signing up to volunteer.


Interview with John Echohawk highlights decades-long focus on tribal water rights

I recently had the opportunity to speak with John Echohawk, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Native American Rights Fund (NARF), about the organization's longstanding involvement in water rights issues.


Special hunts available for military and veterans in New Mexico

Applications are now open for special military and veteran hunts for oryx and pronghorn.


New Mexico boosts rural infrastructure with $15M funding

The New Mexico Environment Department's (NMED) Water Protection Division is enhancing resources for rural communities through its Rural Infrastructure Program.


New Mexico celebrates half-century milestone of child support program

New Mexico is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Child Support Program.