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Michelle Lujan Grisham

Housing & Homelessness, New Mexico

New Mexico to distribute $120 million for housing, homelessness programs

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 21st, 2025August 21st, 2025

Canadian pianist Sheng Cai will open the Placitas Artists Series 2025-2026 season with a solo recital Sept. 14 at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church.

Music, Placitas

Canadian pianist opens Placitas Artists Series season with diverse classical program

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 21st, 2025August 21st, 2025

Arts & Culture, Rio Rancho

Mariposa Community Association to host Harvest Festival in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 21st, 2025August 21st, 2025

Mariposa Community Association to host Harvest Festival in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 21st, 2025August 21st, 2025

Mayor Tim Keller, joined by members of the Albuquerque City Council, held a press conference to announce a new Executive Order that reaffirms the City’s longstanding commitment to supporting and protecting Albuquerque’s immigrant and refugee communities. Pictured is Mayor Keller flanked by Speaker of The House Javier Martinez,left and State Senator Cindy Nava (D), on the right. Roberto E. Rosales / New Mexico News.

ABQ will not ‘give in to bullying:’ Keller defies federal immigration demands in letter to U.S. Attorney General

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 20th, 2025August 21st, 2025

Two firearms were discovered at West Mesa High School on Wednesday in unrelated incidents that prompted lockdown protocols

Courts, Justice & Safety

Five guns seized from APS students

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 20th, 2025August 21st, 2025

The New Mexico State Fair will feature two exclusive craft beers for the third consecutive year through its partnership with Albuquerque-based Ex Novo Brewing Company. (Jesse Jones)

Albuquerque, General Interest

New Mexico State Fair announces third year of Ex Novo beer partnership

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 20th, 2025

New Mexico, NM State Gov.

League of Women Voters ‘disappointed’ after two Democratic legislators quit redistricting task force

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 20th, 2025August 20th, 2025

The Rio Rancho City Council unanimously postponed a vote on the controversial Chamisa Hills Master Plan for the second time in three months during its Aug. 14 meeting, pushing the decision to Sept. 11.

Local Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho postpones Chamisa Hills development vote for second time

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 20th, 2025August 20th, 2025

New Mexico, NM State Gov.

New Mexico projects $485 million revenue increase despite federal budget cuts

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 19th, 2025August 19th, 2025

New Mexico, NM State Gov.

New Mexico projects $485 million revenue increase despite federal budget cuts

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 19th, 2025August 19th, 2025

The Placitas Community Library will offer two financial education programs this fall, led by local wealth advisors Kelley and Ric Tredwin of Altalune Wealth Advisors.

Events, Placitas

Level up your money smarts at Placitas library

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 19th, 2025August 19th, 2025

The $312 million TAG solar-plus-storage project in Rio Rancho is now online. (Exus Renewables North America)

Energy Transition, Rio Rancho

$312 million solar project now online in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 19th, 2025August 19th, 2025

Two Albuquerque Democrats quit Fair Districts Task Force over gerrymandering concerns

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 19th, 2025August 19th, 2025

Fairgoers can expect more local flavor than ever at the 2025 New Mexico State Fair with the return of the Country Store, daily Reds, Whites and Brews Happy Hours and interactive exhibits—all hosted in and around the newly upgraded Agriculture Building. (Photo courtesy of New Mexico Department of Agriculture)

Arts & Culture, New Mexico

New Mexico State Fair brings back popular Country Store with daily happy hours and local products

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news and nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025

Patrick Sais for Mayor

Politics & Elections

Bernalillo County GOP responds to mayoral candidate controversy

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 19th, 2025

Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity will hold a grand opening Saturday for its new donation drop-off center in Rio Rancho, expanding the organization's reach into Sandoval County.

Events, Rio Rancho

Habitat for Humanity opens new donation center in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025

Politics & Elections, Sandoval County

Sandoval County residents have one week to file to run for local office

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez.

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Vasquez slams proposed $102M cut to New Mexico drug-fighting program

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025

Corrales police.

Corrales police report DUI crash, scam and thefts in busy week

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025

nm.news | merritt hamilton allen

Government, Opinion

World news is focused on us

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025

ABQ Transit security

City: Transit security force needs to triple to meet need, but only “incremental” hiring planned for now

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025

Work continues at the beloved Old San Ysidro Church. (Corrales Historical Society)

Old Church construction on track for September reopening

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 15th, 2025August 15th, 2025

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Lawmakers urge Justice Department to speed RECA implementation for radiation victims

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 15th, 2025August 15th, 2025

U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media, delivered a Senate floor speech Wednesday, criticizing the Trump administration's proposal to eliminate $1.1 billion in federal funding for public radio and television stations across the nation.

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Report shows reconciliation law will cost poorest Americans $1,200 annually while wealthy gain $13,600

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 15th, 2025August 15th, 2025

Bernalillo PD.

Town of Bernalillo

Investigation continues in deadly Bernalillo park shooting as suspect remains at large

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 15th, 2025August 15th, 2025

Sandoval County commissioners Wednesday approved a plan intended to lessen the area’s wildfire risk.

Local Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County tackles wildfire risk with new protection plan

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 15th, 2025August 15th, 2025

Patrick Sais for Mayor Facebook cover

Politics & Elections

Echoing George Santos, ABQ mayoral candidate campaigns on fake education, experience and made-up prior elected office

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 14th, 2025August 15th, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham speaks during a press conference on Sept. 8, 2023 regarding a new public health order.

Gov.’s “crime emergency” for Rio Arriba includes OK for National Guard, but other strategies funded first

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 14th, 2025August 14th, 2025

The climbing wall is always a hit at the Mayor's Sunday is Funday, which returns for its 20th edition this weekend. (Kevin Hendricks)

Events, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho’s 20th annual Sunday is Funday returns this weekend

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 13th, 2025August 13th, 2025

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham gives her State of the State speech to kick off the 2025 Legislature in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales / City Desk ABQ

New Mexico, NM State Gov.

Governor declares emergency in Española area amid crime surge

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 13th, 2025August 13th, 2025

Courts, Justice & Safety

Failed New Mexico House candidate sentenced to 80 Years for role in shootings at local Democrats’ homes

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 13th, 2025August 14th, 2025

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joins business leaders to discuss how Trump’s ‘Big, Bad Bill’ will raise utility bills on New Mexicans and threaten clean energy jobs, Aug. 8 in Albuquerque.

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Heinrich hosts roundtable on federal energy legislation’s impact on New Mexico

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 13th, 2025August 13th, 2025

U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury talks during a town hall meeting inside a packed commission chambers at the Sandoval County Administration Building Monday afternoon.

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Rep. Stansbury warns of healthcare cuts, praises state response at packed town hall

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 12th, 2025August 12th, 2025

National Guard members train for Operation Zia Shield continues, this time with instruction from the New Mexico State Police. (National Guard)

Governor, Albuquerque mayor blast Trump’s ‘executive overreach’ in D.C. National Guard deployment

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 12th, 2025August 13th, 2025

Rio Rancho City Hall. (City of Rio Rancho)

Local Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho council to consider development plans at Thursday meeting

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 12th, 2025August 12th, 2025

On June 14, thousands in the Albuquerque community showed up for the No Kings Rally held at Mariposa Basin Park in Taylor Ranch. This is one of thousands planned throughout the country on Saturday. Photo by Pat Davis /nm.news

New Mexico, NM State Gov.

25 New Mexico lawmakers oppose petition to allow oil and gas wastewater discharge

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 11th, 2025August 11th, 2025

Sen. Martin Heinrich speaks to conservation leaders Friday at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge to celebrate his successful efforts to prevent the sale of public lands during recent reconciliation negotiations in Congress.

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Heinrich, Stansbury celebrate public lands protection efforts at Valle de Oro Refuge

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 11th, 2025August 11th, 2025

Representatives Catherine Cullen, Alan Martinez and Joshua Hernandez will host Early Childhood Education Day on Aug.15 at 2:30 p.m. at the Loma Colorado Library, located at 755 Loma Colorado Blvd. NE.

Education, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho lawmakers to host early childhood education event for local families

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 11th, 2025August 11th, 2025

Dr. David R. Johnson

Obituaries , Placitas

Placitas has lost a dear friend

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025

A free wildfire preparedness workshop aimed at helping residents protect their homes and develop emergency mindsets will be held Saturday, Aug. 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at El Zócalo Plaza in Bernalillo. (Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District)

Environment & Conservation, Town of Bernalillo

Free wildfire preparedness workshop set for Aug. 16 in Bernalillo

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025

Senator Luján toured the new Christus Regional Cancer Center and convened a listening session with hospital leadership, doctors, and stakeholders to hear their concerns regarding cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in the Republicans’ Budget Betrayal.

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Sen. Luján tours New Mexico communities, criticizes GOP budget cuts

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025

Thousands of Sandoval County residents who struggle with unpaved roads that become impassable during storms could get relief from a $77.9 million state highway project that would create the first major north-south paved route west of Unser Boulevard.

Local Gov., Sandoval County, Sandoval Signpost

$78M road project could end muddy commutes for thousands in Sandoval County

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025

Wrestling history will be made in Rio Rancho this fall when WWE Raw broadcasts live from Rio Rancho Events Center on Monday, Nov. 3 at 5:30 p.m., marking the first time WWE's flagship program has originated from New Mexico in the show's 31-year history.

WWE Raw to make historic New Mexico debut in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 15th, 2025

Sandoval County Treasurer Jennifer Taylor welcomed four high school juniors and seniors into the third year of the county's Junior Treasurer Program on Aug. 6, marking the program's expansion from two to four participants and the addition of high school elective course credit.

Local Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County expands student government program, now offers high school credit

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025

Bernalillo will transform Rotary Park into a musical hub this weekend as the town hosts its annual Música y Mas festival from Saturday, Aug. 9, through Monday, Aug. 11. The free, family-friendly event serves as part of the larger Las Fiestas de San Lorenzo celebration, continuing a remarkable 331-year-old tradition that represents an integral part of Bernalillo's rich culture and history.

Arts & Culture, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo’s Música y Mas festival returns as part of Las Fiestas de San Lorenzo

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján has secured more than $12 million in federal funding for New Mexico projects focused on health care, workforce training and education through a committee-approved spending bill for fiscal year 2026.

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Luján secures $12 million for New Mexico health, education projects

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 7th, 2025August 7th, 2025

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Stansbury introduces bill to protect Social Security Administration from federal cuts

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 7th, 2025August 7th, 2025

from left: Animal Care Associates Karol Mata, Analyice Yarnell, and Kim Jaramillo, Animal Care Supervisor Mark Webb, and Animal Control Officer Kimberly Ashcraft. Dogs from left: Kiwi and Teddy

General Interest, Sandoval County

Sandoval County Animal Services earns national no-kill recognition

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 7th, 2025August 7th, 2025

Raymundo Lara, State Representative – House District 34

NM State Gov., Opinion

Op-Ed: Why Responsible Economic Development Deserves State Investment

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 7th, 2025August 7th, 2025