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With funding infusion on tap, multistory office building next to Capitol set to move forward

Lawmakers appropriated $95 million for project in capital outlay bill awaiting final approval

New Mexico Legislature 2026: Which bills passed and which failed in the 30-day session

From crime bills to child care and road funding, here’s what lawmakers passed — and what got left on the Roundhouse cutting-room floor

OPINION: Every State Fairgrounds plan is good for the International District

OPINION: Deb Haaland promises greater affordability, but supports policies that increase the cost of living

Teachers, other public employees may not get annual raises, according to new state budget

1% cost-of-living raises stricken from latest draft of fiscal year 2027 budget

Contentious gun bill squeaks through committee after hours of debate

After five hours of emotional testimony and a 6-5 vote, New Mexico’s Stop Illegal Gun Act advances to House Judiciary amid fierce debate over gun rights and public safety

Governor appoints Susie Kimble as Doña Ana County commissioner

Kimble succeeds Shannon Reynolds, who resigned last year

New Mexico Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna to step down after legislative session

Outgoing DOT secretary has held several roles in Lujan Grisham administration

Senate passes gun bill after lengthy debate

Republicans, Democrats square off on issues of public safety and the Second Amendment as legislation heads to House

State Senate approves $92 million for State Fairgrounds project

Legislation now moves to the House for consideration

New Mexico's crowded field of candidates for governor comes into focus on filing day

Secretary of State's Office has until next Tuesday to certify eligibility of candidates

$1.5B state road bill passes New Mexico House

Governor's office: Senate Bill 2 to generate 'at least $70 million' without raising fuel taxes

NM National Guard chief says operation on Central Avenue 'didn't change much'

Maj. Gen. Miguel Aguilar said corridor's 'current outcomes are predictable and self-sustaining'

Gun bill sparks emotional debate at Roundhouse

Republican lawmakers ask Trump administration to weigh in on legislation

Las Cruces may call 'cut' on movie company deal

City may terminate economic incentives, seek repayment

Federal government approves New Mexico plan to spend millions on high-speed internet infrastructure

State will award $382 million in grants, bringing broadband to more than 40,000 locations

OPINION: Free universal child care will keep and attract skilled workers

OPINION: Who really destroyed New Mexico's health care system

Southern NM bears initial brunt of winter storm with freezing rain, snow-capped peaks

Thousands were without power in Ruidoso due to falling branches

Senate approves road funding, medical compact bills to wrap up busy first week of session

Fast-tracked measures advance to House of Representatives with bipartisan support

In Sandoval County, Project Ranger aims to remake hypersonic missile production

Castelion Corp. says site could be country’s ‘premier hypersonic production facility’

Punitive damages emerge as flashpoint in latest malpractice reform push

Governor expands public safety emergency order in northern New Mexico

Local officials tout benefits of multi-jurisdictional effort to reduce violent crime, drug trafficking

Gov. bans overnight office stays for children in CYFD custody

More suitable placements promised

Ready, set, legislate! Lawmakers poised to move key bills quickly once 30-day session begins

Session will be Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's final regular session as governor

OPINION: New Mexico's drug testing policy prioritizes removal over evidence

New Mexico’s bond rating upgraded amid state’s push to reduce revenue volatility

Improved credit rating could reduce state’s borrowing costs, increase economic appeal

Canadian EV vehicle company commits to Santa Teresa

Manufacturing facility and U.S. headquarters to open in June

Governor appoints CYFD official to lead new Office of the Child Advocate

After fierce debate, office was created to provide oversight of New Mexico's child welfare agency

'Breaking Bad'-themed anti-littering campaign leads to removal of more than 10.5 million pounds of trash

Governor's Office says more than 1,900 volunteers helped with cleanup efforts

Governor appoints former Lincoln County commissioner Rex Wilson to vacant state Senate seat

Newly appointed senator will join Legislature in time for start of 30-day session

State GOP criticizes governor for delaying pick to fill vacant NM Senate seat

Governor's Office says appointment will be made before start of 30-day legislative session

Gov’s Office: Proposed tax incentive for quantum companies could be ‘meaningful anchor’ for industry

OPINION: Wildfire prevention costs less than suppression

As New Mexico’s population ages, state agency ramps up guardian support programs

Proposed funding hike would allow for increased enrollment in financial aid initiative

Governor unveils $11.3 billion budget plan that includes pay raises, universal child care funding

State spending would increase by roughly $500 million under governor’s plan

Gov. slams Albuquerque leaders over results of National Guard help; police say crime fell during deployment

After bipartisan talks, lawmakers could be on 'quick path' to approve compact legislation for doctors

Bill expected to be fast-tracked to governor's desk during 30-day session

State green lights $90M for Fairgrounds redevelopment

Final decision on whether to relocate the fair still pending

Lawmakers express budgetary unease over universal child care initiative

Cabinet secretary faces pushback amid scaled-back revenue estimates

State drops three designs for fairgrounds redevelopment