Farmers in the Middle Rio Grande only got a fraction of their usual irrigation water this year, leaving fields dry, crops stressed and many worried …
Over campaign contribution limits? Miyagishima just crossed them out
After New Mexico In Depth reported in February that gubernatorial candidate Ken Miyagishima had exceeded limits by more than $125,000 on the amount of donated goods and …
Isotopes broadcaster dreams of the big leagues
Everyone knows minor league baseball players dream of getting called up to the big leagues. But it isn’t just the sluggers and starting pitchers waiting …
Stolen Land Fest carves out space for Native hardcore music
The sound of jingles and pow-wow drums fill a mid-sized room with more than 50 people. It’s 3 p.m. and the heat wave sweeping across …
NMPBS grows despite federal funding cuts to public media
After the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which provided funding for public television and radio stations across the country, voted to dissolve itself earlier this year, many …
‘That’s my legacy’: UNM mediation professor on the power of conflict management beyond the classroom
Do you tend to avoid conflicts? Most people do, according to Heidi Ricci. She’s a professional mediator at the University of New Mexico and is …
How an unlikely student activist turned her nuclear war anxiety on its head
University of New Mexico student Madi Figueroa stands in front of a colorful model in the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History in Albuquerque.
New Mexico Primary 2026: New Mexico House of Representatives, District 34
Economic development and water sustainability are at the forefront of New Mexico’s House District 34 race, which represents the southern portions of Doña Ana County.
New Mexico Primary 2026: New Mexico House of Representatives, District 4
In New Mexico’s House District 4, which encompasses the state’s northwestern-most corner and part of the Navajo Nation, energy is the name of the game.
Epstein files prompt urgent push to extend statutes of limitations
Some state legislators are using the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files as an opportunity to expand the statutes of limitations for child sexual abuse.
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 nationwide protests and contentious online …
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 Public Education Department’s plan for …
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 and Stephanie Telles have introduced Ordinance …
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. Michelle Lujan Grisham told Source …
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 Mexico lawmakers are pushing a …
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 seen flurries of snow already, …
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 tax policy to redirect revenue …
Dry Rio Grande leaves farmers uncertain about the future
Farmers in the Middle Rio Grande only got a fraction of their usual irrigation water this year, leaving fields dry, crops stressed and many worried …
‘The people say stop’: New Mexico students walk out to protest data centers
Searchlight New Mexico By Lily Alexander and Julia Gentin New Mexico is known for its art. Data centers designed to train and deploy artificial intelligence …
Data center debate impacts governor’s races nationwide
By Maddie Carr Statehouse Reporting Project Over half of candidates in governor’s races across the country in 2026 have aligned on one key issue in …
Hull says his local experience prepares him well to be the next Governor
KUNM With Michelle Lujan Grisham being termed-limited, two candidates are vying to be the next governor of New Mexico. Republican Gregg Hull was mayor of …
State fund helping Native and rural youth connect with outdoor recreation and jobs
New Mexico In Depth On the Mescalero Apache reservation, 17-year-old tribal member Leerae Lester spends his days riding mountain bikes and learning how to repair …
Haaland says she will hold the federal government’s feet to the fire as Governor
KUNM For the first time in 8 years, New Mexicans will be choosing a new governor on November 3rd. Former U.S. Secretary of the Interior, …
County passes data center moratorium
Silver City Daily Press SILVER CITY — The Grant County Commission approved an ordinance Thursday banning the development of data centers and their supporting infrastructure within …
5 Albuquerque hidden gems every college student should know about
Albuquerque is full of local spots worth exploring, from cozy coffee shops and independent bookstores to peaceful outdoor spaces. There are many fun spots to …
Gov. Lujan Grisham calls for 2027 to be the ‘year of New Mexico senior citizens’
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham called for the upcoming 2027 legislative session to be the “year of New Mexico senior citizens” as the state …
