Toulouse Oliver says Trump election-order rulings affirm state authority
New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver said federal rulings blocking parts of Trump election executive orders affirm states’ authority over elections.
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Torrez opens investigation into DEA fentanyl operations in New Mexico
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has opened an investigation into allegations that DEA allowed fentanyl pills to be distributed in New Mexico communities.
U.S. House members call for congressional investigation of federal drug agents’ actions in NM
New Mexico’s U.S. House members are asking the DEA for answers after reports that federal agents allowed fentanyl shipments into the state.
3 Republicans appeal universal childcare lawsuit to New Mexico Supreme Court
Three Republicans have appealed to the New Mexico Supreme Court after a judge dismissed their lawsuit challenging the state’s universal child care program.
New Mexico judge dismisses Project Jupiter data center lawsuit, but offers chance to re-file
A New Mexico judge dismissed a Las Cruces resident’s Project Jupiter lawsuit without prejudice, giving him another chance to file an amended complaint.
New Mexico public defenders, experts warn lawmakers of extreme caseloads, understaffing
New Mexico public defenders warned lawmakers that understaffing, low contract pay and excessive caseloads are straining the state’s criminal defense system.
Judge orders detention for Las Cruces man accused in bomb-materials case
David Curtis remains held without bond after a judge granted prosecutors’ pretrial detention request. An eyewitness who says she was at the scene disputes parts of the police account.
New Mexico Supreme Court says sex offender parole applies even without prison time
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that sex offender parole applies to certain convictions even when a defendant does not serve time in state prison.
Judge rejects lawsuit challenging New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham’s universal childcare program
A judge rejected a Republican-backed lawsuit challenging New Mexico’s universal childcare program, though plaintiffs say they plan to appeal.
