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How education funding could change in New Mexico

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Legislature is expected to increase near-term education funding and pursue long-term reforms that will change how schools are funded. Education accounts ...

DATE: Jan 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Jailed Cowboys for Trump leader urged to quit county office

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. – A New Mexico county official who runs the group Cowboys for Trump and was arrested in connection with the riot at the U.S. Capitol is facing calls to resign. Ot...

DATE: Jan 19, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Former New Mexico legislator known for wise, calm demeanor

SANTA FE – A New Mexico legislator who was known for his advocacy in protecting people who are incapacitated and placed under legal guardianship has died, Senate Republicans announced Friday...

DATE: Jan 16, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Albuquerque councilor accuses former lawmaker of advances

ALBUQUERQUE – Albuquerque City Councilor Lan Sena is accusing a former Democratic state lawmaker of abusing his position of power by making unwanted sexual advances toward her when she serve...

DATE: Jan 16, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

New Mexico capital city gears up for possible protests

SANTA FE – Fencing has been erected outside the New Mexico Statehouse and other government buildings as officials prepare for political unrest ahead of the upcoming legislative session and n...

DATE: Jan 14, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

New Mexico agency settles with oil company in well case

SANTA FE – An oil company operating in northwestern New Mexico has agreed to pay a $25,000 civil penalty as part of a settlement. The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Depart...

DATE: Jan 13, 2021 | CATEGORY: Business

High court weighs compensation for business restrictions

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday as it weighs whether the state must compensate businesses for losses due to temporary closures and other pandemic-relat...

DATE: Jan 13, 2021 | CATEGORY: Business

New Mexico governor announces priorities for legislation

SANTA FE – New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham enthusiastically backed recreational marijuana and a crackdown on predatory lending, as she outlined her list of top priorities for 2021 leg...