The West is grappling with severe housing shortages, driven by years of underbuilding, underinvestment, and rapid growth. To tackle these issues, the Western Governors’ Association (WGA) is hosting a two-day workshop in Bend, Oregon, focused on finding solutions to improve housing access in the region. New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Chair of the WGA,…
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has announced the winning names for its snowplows for 2025. After inviting the public to submit creative suggestions and vote for their favorites, the results are in! Also Read – Westbound I-40 to New Mexico State Line Reopened by TxDOT Here are the winning snowplow names by district:…
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second term as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, sparking a range of reactions across New Mexico. The state will witness both protests and celebrations surrounding the inauguration. Protests and Demonstrations In Albuquerque, the Party for Socialism and Liberation will kick off anti-Trump demonstrations…
A voluntary recall has been issued for certain two-pound packages of Feline Turkey Recipe Raw Frozen pet food after testing revealed the presence of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus. Northwest Naturals announced the recall, and state officials are urging pet owners to check the “best if used by” dates on their product packaging….
Newly obtained documents from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) reveal that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been exploring plans to expand immigration detention facilities in at least eight states. Why It Matters The proposals, dating back to September, suggest the Biden administration was laying the groundwork for expanded immigrant detention. This comes…
New Mexico is preparing for two Arctic blasts expected to bring freezing temperatures and snow this weekend through Monday. Why It Matters On Wednesday, temperatures across much of New Mexico ranged from the upper 30s to low 40s, slightly below average for this time of year. This weekend, temperatures are forecast to drop significantly, prompting…
As housing costs continue to rise, a New Mexico lawmaker is taking aim at Wall Street and other corporations purchasing single-family homes as investment properties. Senator Harold Pope, a Democrat, has pre-filed a bill to prohibit hedge funds, private equity firms, and other businesses from acquiring single-family residential properties. “I understand people want to look…
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Attorney Lisa Curtis hopes that exposing the actions of Dr. Mark Erasmus will bring attention to the devastating consequences of his mistakes. “People have died, they are brain damaged, they are paralyzed,” said Curtis, who represents Diane Gutierrez in a medical malpractice case. Diane Gutierrez, 50, visited Lovelace Hospital for a routine…
The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced over $172 million in funding for transportation projects across New Mexico, according to the state’s congressional delegation. The funding, provided through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to enhance safety, boost local economies, and create quality jobs for New Mexicans. “This investment reflects the law’s intention to improve safety…
Following his resignation due to allegations of improper spending, the former president of Western New Mexico University, Joseph Shepard, has argued against a request to stop him from using his nearly $2 million severance payout. The hearing took place on Monday after New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez sought a temporary restraining order to prevent…