Over two dozen New Mexico legislators are urging state water regulators to dismiss a petition that would allow the discharge of treated oil and gas wastewater, arguing the matter has […]
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Heinrich, Stansbury celebrate public lands protection efforts at Valle de Oro Refuge
Sen. Martin Heinrich and Rep. Melanie Stansbury joined conservation leaders Friday at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge to celebrate their successful efforts to prevent the sale of public lands […]
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Construction company blamed for shocking injury
A local construction company is facing steep fines after a serious electrical safety violation left a worker hospitalized earlier this year. According to a citation issued by the state’s Occupational […]
Posted inEnvironment & Conservation, Town of Bernalillo
Free wildfire preparedness workshop set for Aug. 16 in Bernalillo
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 […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico
Sen. Luján tours New Mexico communities, criticizes GOP budget cuts
U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) wrapped up a week-long tour Friday of northern and central New Mexico communities, holding public events and private meetings to address constituent concerns about […]
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New Mexico awards $1.25M to restore Lincoln County broadband
New Mexico has awarded more than $1.25 million in disaster grants to two telecommunications providers to restore high-speed internet services in Lincoln County communities damaged by wildfires and flooding. The […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico
Luján secures $12 million for New Mexico health, education projects
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 […]
Posted inEnvironment & Conservation
Extreme heat wave to scorch New Mexico this weekend
New Mexico residents are bracing for a dangerous heat wave this weekend, with temperatures expected to soar as high as 107°F across northern and southern regions of the state through […]
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Stansbury introduces bill to protect Social Security Administration from federal cuts
Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM-01) announced legislation Thursday aimed at protecting the Social Security Administration from proposed federal cuts and policy changes under the Trump administration. The “Hands Off Our Social […]
Posted inNM State Gov., Opinion
Op-Ed: Why Responsible Economic Development Deserves State Investment
Submitted by Raymundo Lara, State Representative – House District 34 In New Mexico, we talk often about how economic development is key to creating good jobs, thriving communities, and long-term […]