Actor Timothy Busfield's attorneys say an investigation undermines state's child sex abuse charges His attorneys also say he passed a polygraph test
NEWS Judge invalidates top federal prosecutor's appointment, but leaves him in charge under new job title Ryan Ellison is among six US Department of Justice appointees who have lost their interim or acting US attorney titles over the past year
NEWS As lawmakers ready to move quickly on bonding bill, report finds NM road deficiencies have high cost More funding for road construction, repairs expected to be key issue during 30-day session
NEWS Leaders pitch law to regulate harmful AI images Proposed measure would provide enhanced civil and criminal penalties for pornographic deepfakes
TV PBS documentary 'HEROs for Health' highlights the plight of rural health care in New Mexico 32 of 33 NM counties are classified as health underserved
EDUCATION Haaland unveils education plan, wins teachers union endorsement Plan focuses on boosting early reading and teacher support
LOCAL COLUMN OPINION: New Mexico must lead on artificial intelligence — because the stakes are too high to wait
BUSINESS Here’s what New Mexicans need to know for tax season State begins accepting electronic returns Jan. 16
NEWS Courts greenlight payments for Boy Scouts abuse survivors US Supreme Court denies appeal holding up $2.5 billion BSA settlement
POLITICS New Mexico House representatives will support impeachment push House Democrats plan to file articles of impeachment for DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT New Mexico launches online map of development-ready sites to attract businesses New online tool shows 47 locations assessed through the state’s site-readiness program
NEWS 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
LOCAL COLUMN OPINION: What it will take to grow New Mexico's economy Bregman has track record for growth
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Santa Fe appoints third-generation police officer as interim top cop Longtime Santa Fe officer to focus on community policing, plans to apply for long-term role as head of department
RETAIL Smash & Shake makes sizzling debut in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights The new eatery offers malted shakes, beef tallow-cooked fries and New Mexico-inspired burgers
NEWS Dry, warm winter could mean a bad fire season Abnormal wildland fire potential predicted in eastern New Mexico for February, March
RETAIL Blaze Pizza, Rusty Taco close New Mexico locations Two of the three restaurants were located at Coronado Center
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO $1.5M broadband grant serves Silver City students Nearly 500 households to receive high-speed internet
NEWS '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
NEWS 'He loved the people of New Mexico': Former activist, politician Roberto Mondragón dies Mondragón served as two-time lieutenant governor under former Gov. Bruce King
THEATER | NEW MEXICO A look at theater productions coming to New Mexico in 2026 The stage is set for these local theaters
NEWS Budget battle could be taking shape at Roundhouse, as legislative panel unveils $11.1 billion spending plan Funding for child care assistance, health care administrative costs key differences in dueling budget plans
NEWS 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
NEWS NM Department of Health: Flu is on 'rapid' rise 'We haven't peaked yet,' Presbyterian Healthcare doctor says
LOCAL COLUMN Why the Gila River deserves permanent protection Documentary captures the beauty and spirit of this special place
ENVIRONMENT New Mexico waters insulated from federal changes to Clean Water Act coverage EPA, Army Corps of Engineers look to redefine 'waters of the United States' covered by Clean Water Act
TECHNOLOGY Gov’s Office: Proposed tax incentive for quantum companies could be ‘meaningful anchor’ for industry
ECONOMY State adds $4.2 million to finish stalled infrastructure projects along US-Mexico border Funding will support ports of entry, roads and site readiness in southern New Mexico
New Mexico begins new year as a top travel destination in the US, rankings continue to show Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Taos and Route 66 all named as draws while tourism execs continue marketing state
ENVIRONMENT Advocacy group wants endangered species listing for plant named after New Mexico botanist Center for Biological Diversity petitions for federal protections for Permian Basin flower
TECHNOLOGY Albuquerque startup Daisy Genomics raises $2.5 million to boost precision medicine technology
IN MEMORIAM Looking back at sports contributors who passed away in 2025 New Mexico lost a number of impactful sports figures this past year, including rodeo champs, coaches and movie stars
HEALTH CARE New Mexico gets $211 million under new rural health program State will use funds for workforce recruitment, building hospital capacities and more
NEWS Nature Conservancy acquires New Mexico ranch once the site of historic coal town Dawson Elk Valley Ranch was the site of two deadly mine disasters
LOCAL COLUMN OPINION: Health care access is forcing us to sell our home Moving out of state for health care
LOCAL COLUMN OPINION: With collaboration and investment, Permian will remain an energy powerhouse Permian Strategic Partnership plays vital role in state's economy
LOCAL COLUMN OPINION: A step toward modernizing New Mexico's health care workforce After years of work, New Mexico is ready to join to medical compact
NEWS Texas man pleads guilty in defrauding New Mexico of pandemic relief funds Stolen funds amounted to more than $160,000, federal prosecutors allege
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE A small minority of doctors account for most malpractice payments Fewer than 1% of NM physicians responsible for half of malpractice payments from 1991-2024
