New Mexico Political Report

by: Nicole Maxwell

AG gathers law enforcement to discuss possible solutions to gun violence

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez opened a Law Enforcement Summit Tuesday to address gun violence.

New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

Another Rural Broadband Rollout And More Questions About High Cost, Slow Pace And No Satellite Alternative, Plus: Rematch In ABQ Swing House Seat Taking Shape 

The state and Feds continue to roll-out multimillion dollar grants to bring high-speed broadband to remote areas. While each fiber connection established is a victory, it is one of the most expensive undertakings ever in rural New Mexico and is raising questions here and around the nation.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Hannah Grover

Invenergy official: Planned transmission line will bring economic benefits to New Mexico

The company that hopes to build a transmission line to move wind energy from Union County across the state to San Juan County told state legislators on Monday that it will begin an environmental review process next year and, depending in part on permitting timelines, may be able to begin moving electricity at the end of the decade.

New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

Heinrich's Possible Guv Run Plans Could Be Preempted By Something Hard For Him To Resist; The Inside Scoop From DC, Plus: Loretta's PERA Loss, And: The Year Was 2008 

Sens. Heinrich & ManchinSenator Martin Heinrich has not explicitly said he will seek the New Mexican governorship in 2026, if he is reelected to his Senate seat in 2024, but it's an open secret that that is his plan.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Nicole Maxwell

Legislative Newsletter: The race to 2024, so far

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New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

State Shrugs At GOP Calls For MLG Impeachment; GOP Reps Sign On But Not A Single Dem; Odds Of Impeachment Seen As Slim To None, Plus: Readers Rebut Criticism of Rep. Vasquez 

New Mexico has largely shrugged off Republican calls for the impeachment of Gov. Lujan Grisham in the wake of her controversial order banning the carrying of of firearms in Albuquerque (an order since stayed by a federal court and then amended by the Governor).

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Juan de Oñate statue returning to Rio Arriba County

The statue of Juan de Oñate, a figure entangled in the complexities of New Mexico’s history, is set to return to the Rio Arriba County Complex on September 28, 2023, in a ceremony slated to begin at 10 a.

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Abortionist who botched woman’s procedure counter-sues victim

In a startling turn of events, pro-life advocates are gearing up to support Jane Doe (used to protect identity), a woman who underwent a traumatic experience during a botched abortion three years ago.

New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

There Was A Better Way Out Of The Corner For Vasquez On The MLG Gun Ban, Plus: Noted NM Historian Passes And At The Movies 

There was a better way out of the corner for Dem Rep. Gabe Vasquez who this week announced he would vote in favor of that US House resolution condemning MLG and her gun ban and in the process alienated many Dems and failed to satisfy Republicans who won't support him no matter what.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Nicole Maxwell

Otero County to pay $45,000 to resident kicked out of meetings

An Otero County resident will receive $45,000 from Otero County in a settlement stemming from him being forcibly removed from commission meetings by former commissioner Couy Griffin.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Associated Press

Southern NM pantry sets out to fight hunger, stigma with new building

By Damien Willis, New Mexico Local News

New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

Vasquez Turns On Guv; Will Support Resolution Condemning Her For Gun Ban; Move Brings Scorn To Freshman Lawmaker From Fellow Dems; "What's Next Gabe? A Trump Rally?" MLG Dump Is His Latest Move To Right As Herrell Positions To Take Seat Back; Some Ponder A Vasquez Primary Challenge 

Rep. Vasquez (Potter, Sun-News)Rep. Gabe Vasquez made a full-blown loan break with Gov. Lujan Grisham and her proposed gun ban by announcing Tuesday that he will join with the majority Republicans in support of a harsh House resolution condemning her actions.

Piñon Post

by: Renato Costa

New poll delivers devastating news for gun-grabbing Gov. Lujan Grisham

A recent statewide survey commissioned by the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) has shed light on the sentiments of New Mexico voters regarding public safety measures.

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Far-left U.S. Rep. Vasquez to support resolution condemning Gov. MLG

Far-left U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico plans to break ranks with his party by supporting a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives condemning Gov.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Susan Dunlap

Study: New Mexico had highest increase in abortion since 2020

Between January 2020 and June 2023, New Mexico saw a larger increase in abortion than any other state, according to a new report.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Hannah Grover

NM advocates join NYC march calling for the end of fossil fuels

Environmental advocates from New Mexico attended a march in New York City this weekend to demand the end of fossil fuel extraction and use.

New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

Poll: Herrell Starts In Strong Position In Rematch With Vasquez; Race In A Dead Heat, Plus: GOP Gets On The Playing Field In Northern CD And US Senate Contest  

Herrell & Vasquez (KUNM)Republicans are starting to get on the Election '24 playing field with Sen. Martin Heinrich drawing a conservative rival and northern US Rep.

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

NM Reps. Block, Lord formally launch impeachment process against Gov. MLG

On Tuesday, State Representatives John Block (R-Alamogordo) and Stefani Lord (R-Sandia Park) officially initiated the process to impeach Gov.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Nicole Maxwell

Vasquez announces reelection bid in southern NM congressional district

The battleground 2nd Congressional District in southern New Mexico appears to be getting ready for a rematch between  incumbent Gabe Vasquez and former Rep.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Hannah Grover

Report examines economic impact of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument

Since President Barack Obama created the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument in 2014, visitation has tripled and the national monument has spurred economic growth in the Las Cruces area as well as other communities near the national monument, according to a new report.

New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

MLG Leaves Her "Vietnam" Behind Her and Heads To Taiwan; Dilutes Gun Order Before Take-Off; No Special Session As Cooling Off Begins, Plus: Big Bill Gets Adieu From Other Big Bill, Rep. Vasquez Wants Another Term, And: MLG Senate Pick May Set Up Hot GOP Primary 

After a week in which one of our Senior Alligators cleverly described MLG's gun control imbroglio as her personal "Vietnam" with no easy way out, she did find a temporary reprieve.

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Herrell beating Vasquez in new CD-2 poll

The 2024 elections may still be over a year away, but New Mexico’s Second Congressional District is already capturing the nation’s attention due to its history of heavy partisan gerrymandering.

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

ABQ Journal scorches ‘self-absorbed’ Lujan Grisham in scathing editorial

In a scathing Albuquerque Journal editorial, the newspaper’s editorial board pulled no punches in its assessment of New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s recent decisions.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Hannah Grover

NM Supreme Court hears arguments in the Avangrid/PNM merger case

The New Mexico Supreme Court heard arguments Friday in the appeal of a decision by state regulators to reject a proposed merger between the Public Service Company of New Mexico and utility giant Avangrid.

New Mexico Political Report

by: Nicole Maxwell

Guv takes blocked gun ban out of public health order, will not call special session

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Piñon Post

by: Renato Costa

Thief snatches beloved Virgin Mary statue from ABQ church

In an act of pure evil that has left hundreds of parishioners heartbroken, a beloved decades-old statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary has vanished from St.

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Amid lawsuits and impeachment calls, Lujan Grisham leaving for Taiwan trip

Late Thursday, far-left Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office announced the governor would be traveling to Tawain to “lead a business and trade mission,” departing Sunday.

New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan

by: Joe Monahan

Gun Ban Slapped Down In Federal Court; Legal Setback For MLG But Also A Way Out Of The Corner, Plus: AG Returns Her Fire Following Ruling Also: Gov. Richardson Lies In State, Planning For The Surplus And More Reader Vox Populi  

Gov. Lujan Grisham found a rare moment of calm as she paid her respects to former Governor Bill Richardson amid what has been perhaps the most turbulent week of her governorship.

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Sen. Heinrich gets his first Republican challenger

This week, far-left U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich got his first Republican challenger who will aim to defeat him in 2024