States debate working with or against ICE
By Zoe Naylor and Victor Martinez, Statehouse Reporting Project Immigration and Customs Enforcement, whose actions have been the subject of…
Plaintiffs in NM education equity case ask court to reject Public Education Department’s plan
Plaintiffs in the longstanding Yazzie/Martinez education equity lawsuit have asked the judge overseeing the case to reject the New Mexico…
Can ranked choice voting save Albuquerque a fortune? Supporters will try again for next city election
The Albuquerque City Council uses ranked choice voting (RCV) for its own internal seats. Now, Councilors Tammy Fiebelkorn, Nichole Rogers…
NM Legislature day 30 recap: Governor says ‘a little early’ to decide on a special session
As priority crime and public safety bills wither on the vine in the legislative session’s final hours, New Mexico Gov.…
Amid fears about ICE, lawmakers consider optional Native American designation on IDs
As reports come out across the country of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detaining Native Americans, a couple dozen New…
First big snow of the season hits Albuquerque
By Mia Casas, KUNM Winter weather came late to New Mexico this year. Although other parts of the state have…
New Mexico legislators float alcohol tax reform proposals for 2026 session
As New Mexico maintains the highest rate of deaths from alcohol misuse, lawmakers are again considering changes to state liquor…
New literacy bill SB 37 holds schools accountable for reading instruction
By Mikaela Johnson, Silver City Daily Press A bill mandating evidence-based reading instruction was signed into law Monday by Gov. Michelle…
No.1 Highland High eyes redemption in NM state basketball tournament
Photos by Faye Elmore Albuquerque’s Highland High School has led the boys’ basketball team to the state tournament seven years…
Gov. Lujan Grisham signs bill streamlining special education
Sen. Mimi Stewart speaks on the Senate floor.
NM AG joins coalition asking federal appeals court to preserve employee access to contraceptives
by Leah Romero, Source New MexicoMarch 5, 2026 New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez joined more than 20 other state…
New report highlights the continued need for broadband across Native communities
By Jeanette DeDios, KUNM The Federal Communications Commission estimates that 93% of U.S. residents have access to high speed internet. But…
Unseasonably warm weather breaks records in New Mexico
By Mia Casas, KUNM It’s the first week of March and you’re ready to grab your coat and head out the…
Miyagishima says Secretary of State guidance led to $125K in excess campaign contributions
Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima’s campaign for governor exceeded New Mexico’s campaign contribution limits by more than $125,000 in…
