COURTS Court upholds policy protecting drug-exposed newborns in NM The state Supreme Court unanimously rejected an ACLU emergency petition to halt Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's directive placing drug-exposed newborns in protective custody
LOCAL COLUMN OPINION: New Mexico outperforms the nation in child poverty reduction State tax policy lifts families out of poverty
NEWS Governor makes pitch for New Mexico to be granted early state status in 2028 presidential primary Moving up state's primary election could also require change to current state law
HEALTHCARE New Mexico expands loan repayment program in push to close doctor shortage Participants will get $75,000 annually for student debt relief over four years
ACLU, lawmakers say governor's policy to protect high-risk drug-exposed newborns hurts families State Supreme Court asked to invalidate practice as 'unconstitutional'
NEWS With New Mexico facing statewide drought, governor urges communities to limit water use Governor's Office says more than 360 wildfires recorded during first four months of 2026
ENVIRONMENT State doles out $13 million for brackish water projects Latest round of funding concludes $40 million appropriated during 2025 legislative session
ECONOMY Lujan Grisham heads to Japan again for trade mission The governor will talk natural gas exports, quantum technologies with Japanese officials
NEWS Governor not planning to pick sides in primary race to choose her successor 鈥 at least for now Lujan Grisham says endorsing in Democratic showdown between Haaland, Bregman would be unfair
NEWS Governor calls universal childcare a workforce tool, says she鈥檚 鈥榗onfident鈥 it will survive legal challenge As state-subsidized childcare debated on campaign trail, Lujan Grisham insists it鈥檚 not babysitting
NEWS Early voting set to begin in New Mexico amid uncertainty over semi-open primary's impact Bernalillo County clerk says she's hopeful new system leads to increased voter turnout
NEWS Sparks fly after judge issues order in lawsuit targeting universal child care program Gov. Lujan Grisham calls GOP candidate Duke Rodriguez a 'third-tier Republican candidate'
NEWS Republican governor candidate files lawsuit targeting state's universal child care system Duke Rodriguez alleges in lawsuit that Lujan Grisham administration overstepped its authority
NEWS As her tenure nears end, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signs off on hefty salary increases for staffers Governor's spokesman says pay raises necessary as some top appointees start leaving for new jobs
NEWS Governor traveling to Spain to take part in cultural summit, business talks Nine-day trip marks Lujan Grisham's latest travels abroad as New Mexico governor
NEWS Governor still weighing New Mexico's participation in federal education tax credit program Republican lawmaker urges governor to join more than 20 others states that have opted in
NEWS After defunding saga, governor appoints new district attorney for McKinley County Incoming DA John Bernitz has spent last six months as chief deputy under unusual arrangement
NEWS Texas House speaker wants lawmakers to look into annexing part of New Mexico NM House speaker says he needs to 'get offline' and 'touch grass'
NEWS Governor, local leaders vote to build sports stadium, housing at fairgrounds No decision was made about moving the annual event
NEWS Could New Mexico United anchor state fairgrounds upgrade? Consultants recommend a sports stadium as part of fairground master plan
NEWS Governor signs budget and tax package before deadline, but vetoes disaster response bill Lujan Grisham says annual spending bill marks 鈥榤assive leap鈥 forward for state
NEWS Gov. signs universal child care bill into law, vows program will be 'sea change' for families Funding to provide state-subsidized child care will come primarily from $11 billion trust fund
LEGISLATURE Governor signs bill requiring student drivers to take course on bicyclist and pedestrian safety Senate Bill 73 'is a good start to achieving safer roads,' Lujan Grisham says
NEWS New Mexico revenue collections dip amid economic slowdown Lower-than-projected revenue levels could force state to tap cash reserves to balance budget
EDUCATION Governor signs education package on reading, math, teacher benefits Bills target literacy and math instruction, create a state Office of Special Education, lower health insurance costs for teachers and increase teacher resident salaries
From discord to agreement, progress reported at CYFD Both sides in 6-year-old foster care case say state compliance with reforms should endure beyond Dec. 31
NEWS Governor names Matt Broom interim New Mexico State Police chief Broom takes over following Chief Troy Weisler鈥檚 departure; Capt. Bryan Waller named interim deputy chief
LEGISLATURE Governor signs medical malpractice bill, predicts it will deliver quick results Lujan Grisham says newly signed bill will make New Mexico more desirable for health professionals
LEGISLATURE Governor signs into law bill restricting sharing of license plate camera data Legislation backed by law enforcement officials set to take effect in July
NEWS Longtime infrastructure engineer appointed acting NMDOT secretary David Quintana has worked for the department for over two decades, most recently as Programs and Infrastructure Division director
NEWS State Police chief retires after 23 years Troy Weisler will step down March 13 as the state prepares to name his successor
NEWS Audit finds CYFD misspent funding intended to expand behavioral health services for children Agency disputes misspending allegation, but says it's implementing new internal controls
LEGISLATURE With funding infusion on tap, multistory office building next to Capitol set to move forward Lawmakers appropriated $95 million for project in capital outlay bill awaiting final approval
LEGISLATURE New Mexico Legislature 2026: Which bills passed and which failed in the 30-day session From crime bills to child care and road funding, here鈥檚 what lawmakers passed 鈥 and what got left on the Roundhouse cutting-room floor
LEGISLATURE Governor touts big wins, airs a few disappointments after end of 30-day session Lujan Grisham says no special session in the works after lawmakers pass high-profile bills
LEGISLATURE Senate approves budget bill after outcry over stripped-out salary increases The $11.1 billion spending plan now returns to House as session nears end
LOCAL COLUMN OPINION: Deb Haaland promises greater affordability, but supports policies that increase the cost of living
LEGISLATURE As session nears end, medical malpractice bill passes House on overwhelming vote Bill now advances to Senate, where its passage is far from certain
LEGISLATURE Teachers, other public employees may not get annual raises, according to new state budget 1% cost-of-living raises stricken from latest draft of fiscal year 2027 budget
LEGISLATURE Universal child care bill passes Senate after debate over price tag, future sustainability Legislation now headed to House would allow for up to $1 billion to be diverted from state trust fund
LEGISLATURE Contentious gun bill squeaks through committee after hours of debate After five hours of emotional testimony and a 6-5 vote, New Mexico鈥檚 Stop Illegal Gun Act advances to House Judiciary amid fierce debate over gun rights and public safety
LEGISLATURE Clear Horizons Act rejected by Senate amid concerns over economic impact Backers of bill codifying greenhouse gas emission limits vow not to give up after latest defeat
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO Governor appoints Susie Kimble as Do帽a Ana County commissioner Kimble succeeds Shannon Reynolds, who resigned last year
LEGISLATURE House approves bill increasing criminal penalties for certain felons in possession of a firearm Legislation backed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham would establish mandatory minimum sentences
NEWS New Mexico Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna to step down after legislative session Outgoing DOT secretary has held several roles in Lujan Grisham administration
NEWS Senate passes gun bill after lengthy debate Republicans, Democrats square off on issues of public safety and the Second Amendment as legislation heads to House
LEGISLATURE State Senate approves $92 million for State Fairgrounds project Legislation now moves to the House for consideration
LEGISLATURE Bill would enshrine universal child care in state law, with a few economic off-ramps State early childhood secretary says she's on board with Democratic-backed plan
LEGISLATURE Governor signs fast-tracked bills, urges lawmakers to find breakthrough on medical malpractice Lujan Grisham says she's hopeful legislators will 'get a lot more done' before session ends
LEGISLATURE Lawmakers hit midway point of the session with some key bills dispatched, others in limbo Governor expected to sign fast-tracked bills this week
LEGISLATURE New Mexico Senate passes bill seeking to close immigration detention facilities After near decade of failed attempts, bill heads to governor's desk amid public pressure
NEWS New Mexico's crowded field of candidates for governor comes into focus on filing day Secretary of State's Office has until next Tuesday to certify eligibility of candidates