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Interstate 40 closed both ways due to crash east of Gallup

All lanes of Interstate 40 near mile marker 41 have been closed due to a multiple-vehicle crash Friday morning.

Friday, March 24th, 2023 at 12:17PM

New Mexico tribe keeps title to portion of national preserve

10th U.S. Circuit of Appeals issues a split ruling in the case brought by Jemez Pueblo over lands it was seeking to reclaim in the Valles Caldera National Preserve

Published: Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 at 8:16PM
Updated: Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 at 8:16PM

Steak dinners and ski passes: As lobbyists spend to influence New Mexico Legislature, 2 lawmakers seek more transparency

About $285,000 in spending was reported by lobbyists and their employers over a nine-week stretch, though more detailed filings are expected in May. A bipartisan pair of state senators say New Mexico's reporting requirements miss critical information.

Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 at 12:04PM

Alec Baldwin’s attorneys claim email sent by ex-prosecutor indicates political motive

Alec Baldwin's attorneys criticize a former special prosecutor in the "Rust" movie shooting case, suggesting she used the case to advance her political career.

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 at 7:32PM

New Mexico passed laws protecting access to abortion. Opponents ready for legal fight — even to U.S. Supreme Court.

Anti-abortion activists want to challenge the passage of New Mexico’s House Bill 7 in court.

Published: Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 at 9:28PM
Updated: Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 at 11:06PM

Comstock Act: How does it fit in the abortion debate?

Ordinances pertaining to abortion access that passed in jurisdictions across eastern New Mexico are rooted in this 150-year-old law.

Published: Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 at 9:28PM
Updated: Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 at 9:29PM

'Shocking and intolerable': In wake of client injury, state to do wellness checks within DD program

Already, about 1,000 clients have been contacted, and eight possible abuse cases have been identified, state officials said.

Published: Monday, March 20th, 2023 at 12:38PM
Updated: Monday, March 20th, 2023 at 5:20PM

In final hours of session, advocates mourn special ed bill’s stall

With hours left in the legislative session, it's not clear the Special Education Act will become law this year.

Friday, March 17th, 2023 at 7:57PM

Native American groups blast governor for agency appointment

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) -- A coalition of advocates dedicated to stemming the tide of violence and missing persons cases in Indian Country is demanding more transparency from New Mexico...

Published: Friday, March 17th, 2023 at 1:47PM
Updated: Friday, March 17th, 2023 at 6:11PM

New Mexico Senate confirms Arsenio Romero as new public education chief

Romero’s confirmation comes after a “revolving door” of cabinet secretaries, but supporters say he’s uniquely suited to the job.

Published: Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 at 2:05PM
Updated: Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 at 7:25PM

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New Mexico abortion care: What's happening now and what ...

When Roe v. Wade was overturned ... When Roe v. Wade was overturned last summer, New Mexico seemed poised to become a destination for those seeking abortion. Here's what's happened since ...

March 28, 2023 2:15PM

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What do PNM-Avangrid merger opponents really want?

Here's what merger supporters and opponents ... Here's what merger supporters and opponents have to say about the public-power movement’s influence on the Avangrid-PNM deal.

March 28, 2023 2:02AM

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How a Maine power struggle made its way into ...

A closer look at how Avangrid's ... A closer look at how Avangrid's problems in Maine played a role in the PRC's deliberations.

March 28, 2023 2:02AM

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More parties weigh in on request before Supreme Court ...

At least five intervening parties have ... At least five intervening parties have now filed responses.

March 28, 2023 2:02AM

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New Mexico Military Institute to open new academy for ...

The New Mexico Military Institute will ... The New Mexico Military Institute will open a new "intermediate preparatory" school near its Roswell campus in August, serving sixth, seventh and eighth grade ...

March 27, 2023 9:35PM

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Hobbs police officer shoots and injures teenager in stolen ...

Hobbs police were called to a ... Hobbs police were called to a fight involving several people at 1:45 p.m. on Saturday. An officer shot a 17-year-old who was driving a ...

March 27, 2023 8:44PM

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PBR Ty Murray Invitational held at the Pit in ...

In case you missed it, check ... In case you missed it, check out the photos, stories and video from this weekend's rodeo at the Pit

March 27, 2023 6:50PM

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I-40 eastbound out of Gallup closed overnight

Eastbound Interstate 40 will be shut ... Eastbound Interstate 40 will be shut down at Exit 16 (west Gallup) from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday into Tuesday and Tuesday into ...

March 27, 2023 3:32PM

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A half-century later, activist and NM native Dolores Huerta ...

Huerta is back in her native ... Huerta is back in her native New Mexico to participate the 30th Annual César Chávez and Dolores Huerta Celebration on Saturday, March 25, at ...

March 25, 2023 7:02AM