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Weekend Interview: Juan Garcia on Public Service and Priorities in Southern New Mexico

The recent decision by commissioners in Dona Ana County to end the practice of opening meetings with a prayer sparked reactions in southern New Mexico.


Museum announces return dates for 'Breakfast with Curators' series

The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in Santa Fe has announced the return of its “Breakfast with the Curators” lecture series this August.


Sam Bregman highlights convictions and sentences in recent Albuquerque criminal cases

District Attorney Sam Bregman shared updates on significant criminal cases in Albuquerque between August 2-5, including convictions related to past and recent violent crimes.


Kristopher Houghton appointed to fill vacancy on New Mexico Court of Appeals

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Kristopher Nicolas Houghton to the New Mexico Court of Appeals.


Museum of Indian Arts & Culture brings back “Breakfast with the Curators” lecture series

The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in Santa Fe has announced the return of its “Breakfast with the Curators” lecture series, set to begin in August 2025.


Bernalillo County is seeking feedback from business owners and community members to guide its economic development program.


New Mexico Child Support Services Division marks 50 years with community event

New Mexico’s Child Support Services Division (CSSD) is marking its 50th anniversary this August.


New Mexico State Game Commission to hold meeting on August 15

The New Mexico State Game Commission is scheduled to convene on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 9 a.m. The meeting will take place at the Reserve Independent Schools Gymnasium located at 24 Mountaineer Rd., Reserve, NM 87830.


State agencies work quickly on habitat restoration after Trout Fire

In response to the Trout Fire in Grant County, New Mexico state agencies have initiated efforts to restore wildlife habitat in the Gila National Forest.


New Mexico Workforce Solutions announces public hearing on industrial revenue bond regulations

The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions has announced a public hearing scheduled for September 3, 2025, at 10:00 am.


NMSSA Director on gun bans: We 'criminalize law-abiding gun owners while doing nothing to address violent crime'

Anthony Segura, executive director of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA), expressed concerns regarding Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's anticipated initiative for a special legislative session aimed at enacting rifle and magazine...


Sen. Brantley on proposed immigration detention ban: 'New Mexico is under a clear and present danger from within our own state lines'

Crystal Brantley, a state senator, said in a press release that Governor Lujan Grisham's intention to ban immigration detention centers in an upcoming special session is a political diversion from urgent issues like juvenile justice reform and...


Business Coalition CEO: 'Albuquerque residents are deeply dissatisfied with the current trajectory of our city'

Carla Sonntag, president and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition, said in a public announcement that a July poll of likely 2025 Albuquerque voters reveals widespread dissatisfaction with the city’s direction and declining support for...


Covenant Health neurologist on launching deep brain stimulation in West Texas: 'We’re grateful to be able to provide new therapies'

Covenant Medical Center, part of Covenant Health, is now offering brain stimulation treatments for movement disorders, aiming to improve patient outcomes and restore independence for individuals with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and...


Geographer on social promotion and accountability failure in schools: 'Graduating students who don’t deserve to ought to be a scandal'

Blake Gumprecht, a former teacher at Cuba High School and longtime college professor, expressed concerns in a podcast interview about the educational practices in New Mexico.


Sen. Sharer: 'Abusive behavior by Democratic Senators toward staff is perfectly acceptable under their ‘so-called’ anti-harassment rules'

Bill Sharer, Senate Republican Leader, said that the New Mexico Senate Ethics Committee's decision to clear Senator Mimi Stewart of verbal abuse allegations reveals a partisan reluctance among Democratic lawmakers to enforce their own...


Racing at The Downs President on relocating All-American Futurity due to flooding: 'It's great to keep this race alive'

Don Cook, president of racing at The Downs at Albuquerque, announced in an ESPN Radio 101.7 "THE TEAM" interview that the All-American Futurity and Derby trials will now be held at the Albuquerque track.


Hartford Athletic wins as New Mexico United falls 4–0

ESPN 101.7 The TEAM announced on their website that Hartford Athletic secured a victory over New Mexico United, handing United a 4‑0 defeat.


Rio Grande Foundation questions value of film subsidies amid industry downturn

Since the administration of former Governor Bill Richardson, the Rio Grande Foundation has maintained its opposition to New Mexico’s film subsidy program.


State launches pilot grants for arts & cultural districts across ten communities

The New Mexico Economic Development Department has launched the Arts & Cultural Districts (ACD) Pilot Grant Program, a one-time initiative aimed at supporting state-authorized Arts & Cultural Districts.