Source NM | Leah Romero Members of New Mexico State University’s faculty union served a prohibited practice complaint against university administration Monday alleging the university …
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 …
State Rep. Charlotte wins reelection to westside seat
Democrat incumbent Charlotte Little won reelection to the New Mexico House of Representatives, representing District 68 on Albuquerque’s West Side. “I’m just so very grateful …
Library Bond Passes in New Mexico
by Peter Gonzales Voters on Nov. 3 easily approved a $20 million funding package for public, school tribal and academic libraries. New Mexicans have approved …
New Mexico State University faculty union files ‘bad faith’ negotiations complaint
Source NM | Leah Romero Members of New Mexico State University’s faculty union served a prohibited practice complaint against university administration Monday alleging the university …
‘It’s a Beautiful River in the Middle of a Hellscape’
New Mexico In Depth | Jerry Redfern It’s an early May afternoon, and Charlie Barrett has parked his pickup in a pullout along a county …
Haaland makes history as the first Native woman governor, but says she will focus on the needs of all New Mexicans
KUNM New Mexico elected its first-ever Native American governor during the general election on Nov.3. Deb Haaland is also the first Native woman governor of …
Historic Rio Grande ‘pulse’ flow helped improve some tree die-off
KUNM After the unprecedented release of over 650 million gallons of water into the Rio Grande this summer, researchers have found the surge had a …
NM to pay salary for state lawmakers
After more than 100 years of a citizen legislature, New Mexico voters decided on Nov. 3 to give state senators and representatives an annual salary. …
Voters approve moving school elections
School funding questions may move to general election ballots.
Finding people within your community
In Albuquerque, young adults can find community through hiking groups, creative workshops, volunteer projects and social meetups. These activities give people a chance to meet …
