Before Brad Lunsford was charged with manslaughter for the 2022 shooting of Presley Eze, Searchlight New Mexico analyzed hundreds of police shootings across the state. We showed that officers are almost always found to be “acting in the line of duty” after killing someone.
Legislation would extend statute of limitations, clarify definition of nonconsensual contact
Bipartisan support seen on range of measures as session nears final stretch
Pilot program would provide financial aid, legal assistance to grandparents raising grandchildren
Governor’s appointee unanimously approved
Nonprofit explores solutions to support vulnerable residents as access to medical care faces possible shift
Actor's death attributed to heart disease; wife succumbed to hantavirus
Action follows concerns raised by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez
Student-led events in March and April will highlight immigration, farmworker rights, sustainability, wellness and community building at New Mexico State University
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