In the Running: Who’s in, who’s out for the 2026 NM governor race
Six candidates — three Democrats, three Republicans — have filed for New Mexico’s 2026 governor race. Haaland and Bregman lead a crowded field.
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One year later: Ruidoso still recovering from fires, floods
A year after the South Fork and Salt Fires devastated Ruidoso, the village is slowly recovering from the twin crises of wildfire and flood. Officials detail the long road ahead, lessons learned, and signs of resilience.
Heinrich’s HALT Fentanyl Act heads to White House
Sen. Martin Heinrich’s HALT Fentanyl Act is headed to President Trump’s desk. The bill would permanently classify fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I drugs — a move praised by local law enforcement.
New Mexico plagued by high maternal mortality rate
New Mexico is tied for one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the U.S., with overdose and suicide leading causes — experts say most deaths are preventable.
Homeland Security accelerates border wall construction in New Mexico and Arizona
DHS is accelerating border wall construction in New Mexico and Arizona, prompting backlash from tribes, environmental groups and southern border residents.
NM doulas will be eligible for Medicaid reimbursement under new state law
New Mexico's new Doula Credentialing Act allows doulas to enroll as Medicaid providers starting July 1, expanding access to culturally grounded, nonmedical birth support in underserved communities.
Governor declares drought emergency, orders state agencies to coordinate water, fire response
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has declared a statewide drought emergency, directing New Mexico agencies to coordinate water conservation and wildfire response amid record-low reservoir levels and escalating fire risk.
NMED sues Camino Real utility, seeks court-appointed manager to address arsenic violations
New Mexico sues Camino Real Regional Utility Authority, citing repeated arsenic violations and failures to notify residents. The state is seeking court intervention to ensure access to safe drinking water in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa.
NM Supreme Court narrows whistleblower protections, citing public interest
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that public employees aren’t protected under the state’s whistleblower law unless their disclosures serve the public interest — a decision that could reshape how retaliation claims are handled statewide.
