Liberal ‘dark money’ group rails against ‘dark money’
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The nonprofit organization, called American Family Voices, is backed by retail lobby, unions, among others. Continue Reading
Former Speaker Martinez to retire from Legislature next year
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A year after Republicans took control of the N.M. House of Representatives and wrestled the position of speaker away from him, Rep. Ken Martinez announced Friday that he plans to retire from the Legislature. Continue Reading
Secretary of State’s Office wants to ‘bring clarity’ to campaign reporting
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In the wake of revelations that lobbyists and candidates are at times reporting donations differently — making tracking some money in state politics nearly impossible — the Secretary of State’s Office says it’s working on a new rule to clarify reporting requirements. Continue Reading
Secret donors fuel Democratic political powerhouse
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Patriot Majority USA raised $30 million in ‘dark money’ last year. Continue Reading
New tax documents show Crossroads GPS poured millions into 2014 Senate race
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Republicans won big in 2014. New tax filings prove Crossroads GPS, which was co-founded by Karl Rove, was more influential than the public knew. Continue Reading
Recount doesn’t change results in Las Cruces City Council races
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A recount held Wednesday didn’t change the Nov. 3 Las Cruces municipal election results, so Jack Eakman and Kasandra Gandara remain the newest members of the City Council. Continue Reading
Inconsistent reporting hurts efforts to follow political money in NM
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In response to an investigation by a TV news organization, which found discrepancies in how candidates and lobbyists are reporting campaign contributions, some legislative leaders are asking for better rules that will improve transparency. Continue Reading
Progressive group spent about $3,100 on Las Cruces election
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Meanwhile, independent groups that attempted to elect opponents of candidates backed by progressives spent lots more on their unsuccessful efforts. Continue Reading
Researcher hopes to aid binational management of endangered river
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Dr. Luzma Fabiola defines the Rio Grande not only as “one of the most endangered rivers globally,” but a “magical desert river” that is often taken for granted. Continue Reading
Meet the newest member of the New Mexico Supreme Court
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Gov. Susana Martinez appointed Republican Judith Nakamura on Thursday to fill a seat on the New Mexico Supreme Court. Continue Reading
Former Las Cruces Mayor David Steinborn dies at 79
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David Steinborn, who served three terms as Las Cruces’ mayor and was later a partner in a project to develop the city’s east side, died Tuesday in Dallas. He was 79. Continue Reading
Obituary: David Steinborn, 1936-2015
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David Mordecai Steinborn passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones, in Dallas, TX on Tuesday, November 10, 2015. Continue Reading
Losing candidates ask for recount in Las Cruces city council races
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Two candidates who narrowly lost city council races in Las Cruces last week are asking for a recount of about 90 percent of the votes cast in the election. Continue Reading
Grand jury is investigating 2010 Martinez inauguration, paper reports
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A federal grand jury is looking into allegations involving Gov. Susana Martinez’s political adviser Jay McCleskey, the Albuquerque Journal is reporting. That includes examining money spent on Martinez’s 2010 inauguration celebration. Continue Reading
Only three states score higher than D+ in State Integrity Investigation; 11 flunk
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Annual investigation finds trouble at the statehouse: secrecy, questionable ethics and conflicts of interest in New Mexico and elsewhere. Continue Reading