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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

A Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains clinic in Albuquerque

Healthcare, New Mexico

Federal judge protects New Mexico Planned Parenthood clinics from Medicaid funding cuts

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

U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján convened a roundtable discussion Thursday with New Mexico public broadcasting leaders to address the devastating impact of federal funding cuts that will eliminate $5.8 million in annual support for stations across the state.

Congress & Federal Gov.

Heinrich, Luján warn public broadcasting cuts could cost lives in New Mexico

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

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez visits with people at disability service provider CARC, Inc., highlighting what he called the devastating impact of Medicaid cuts tied to the new Republican tax law. (Vasquez)

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Rep. Vasquez warns of rural health crisis in Carlsbad visit, Slams GOP Medicaid cuts

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 6th, 2025August 6th, 2025

The Rio Rancho Police Department launched a School Zone Speed Blitz this week ahead of classes starting on Aug. 7. The enforcement campaign increases patrols during morning and afternoon hours across all city schools.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho police launch zero-tolerance school zone speed enforcement

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 6th, 2025August 6th, 2025

Music, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho youth choruses open doors to new singers ahead of 2025 season

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 5th, 2025August 5th, 2025

Sandia National Labs in Albuquerque

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Sen. Heinrich leads fight to halt federal job cuts threatening New Mexico’s $9 billion lab economy

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 5th, 2025August 5th, 2025

Bernalillo PD

Courts, Justice & Safety, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo police to host National Night Out at Rotary Park a week after deadly shooting

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 5th, 2025August 5th, 2025

Cates

New Mexico, NM State Gov.

Protecting New Mexico’s water supply and farming communities

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 5th, 2025August 5th, 2025

BernCo

Bernalillo County Commission defends Constitution, challenges federal administration policies

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 5th, 2025August 5th, 2025

Chico Suave, Corrales' current Pet Mayor, is issuing a call to all area pets to consider running in the highly anticipated 2025 Pet Mayor election. Applications are now open for the esteemed position.

Politics & Elections

10 pets vie for Corrales mayor seat as Harvest Festival election enters voting phase

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 4th, 2025August 4th, 2025

nm.news | merritt hamilton allen

New Mexico, Opinion

Who owns… heat?

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 4th, 2025August 4th, 2025

Kirtland Air Force Base

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

New Mexico senators secure nearly $400 million for military bases, rural communities

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 4th, 2025August 4th, 2025

Roundhouse

Healthcare, New Mexico

New Mexico reports first drop in syphilis rates since 2018, marking major public health win

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 1st, 2025August 1st, 2025

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Heinrich bill targets New Mexico’s wildfire insurance crisis

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 1st, 2025August 1st, 2025

A Bernalillo High School student's family received a $1.8 million jury verdict this week after proving school officials failed to prevent a violent assault despite receiving evidence of persistent bullying and threats. (Bernalillo Public Schools)

Town of Bernalillo

Jury awards Bernalillo family $1.8 million in school bullying, assault case

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 1st, 2025August 4th, 2025

RioTECH Career Technical Education High School opens as a $55 million state-of-the-art facility designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in skilled trades and technology.

Education, Rio Rancho

RioTECH unveils $50M campus for trades education

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news August 1st, 2025August 1st, 2025

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez. Vasquez found the Otero County Processing Center "bursting at the seams" with over 1,100 detainees in a facility designed for 1,089 people, with more than 80% having no criminal charges or convictions

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Rep. Vasquez finds overcrowded ICE facility detaining mostly non-criminal immigrants

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 31st, 2025July 31st, 2025

Michelle Lujan Grisham

New Mexico, NM State Gov.

Governor plans special session to shield New Mexicans from federal budget cuts

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 31st, 2025July 31st, 2025

Bernalillo PD

Courts, Justice & Safety, Town of Bernalillo

Suspect still at large in deadly Bernalillo shooting

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 31st, 2025July 31st, 2025

Sen. Ben Ray Luján led Senate Democratic leadership Wednesday in introducing the "Protecting Health Care And Lowering Costs Act" to overturn provisions in the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" that President Donald Trump signed July 4. (Lujan)

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Sen. Luján leads Democratic push to reverse health care cuts affecting 89,000 New Mexicans

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 30th, 2025July 30th, 2025

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS)

Education, New Mexico

New Mexico schools receive $44 million in released federal funds

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 30th, 2025July 30th, 2025

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, D-N.M., with constituents in Sunland Park. (Courtesy of U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez's Office)

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

Trade policy uncertainty stifles New Mexico manufacturing growth

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 30th, 2025July 30th, 2025