Polls are open across New Mexico until 7 p.m.
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More than 1,000 people voted in Bernalillo County in the first 15 minutes polls were open this morning. Continue Reading
For Democrats and Republicans, it’s Election Day in NM
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More people voted early this year in New Mexico than in the last two presidential primary elections, and officials are expecting strong turnout today. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Continue Reading
Is Sunland Park the border’s Flint, Michigan?
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A recent test found arsenic levels that significantly exceed government standards in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa. Officials are working on improvements to arsenic treatment plants there. Continue Reading
More sparks fly in Doña Ana County DA race as Election Day approaches
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Days before Democratic primary voters will nominate a candidate to appear on the November ballot for Doña Ana County district attorney, challenger James Dickens is accusing incumbent Mark D’Antonio of accepting an illegal loan to help fund his campaign. Continue Reading
‘Build bridges, not walls:’ Bill Clinton makes case for Hillary in Las Cruces
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Bill Clinton spoke to an energetic crowd about Hillary Clinton’s experience, qualifications, and history of working across the political aisle to get things done. Continue Reading
NMPolitics.net sues for release of city manager applications
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Haussamen Publications, the company that publishes NMPolitics.net, filed a lawsuit Tuesday seeking the release of dozens of Las Cruces city manager applications that are being kept from the public. Continue Reading
Bill Clinton to campaign in Las Cruces on Thursday
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(UPDATED WITH MORE DETAILS) Former U.S. President Bill Clinton will campaign in Las Cruces on Thursday for his wife, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. Continue Reading
Legislative candidates talk about pay, ethics and election reform
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There’s lots of disagreement among legislative candidates about whether New Mexico should preserve its so-called “citizen legislature” or join every other state in paying lawmakers a salary. Continue Reading
Residents search for ways to improve substandard roads in Vado
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Efforts to get county and state governments to help haven’t brought the road improvements many residents say they need. Legal issues and money are among the roadblocks the community has encountered. But Vado residents, with CAFé’s assistance, may have recently found help elsewhere. Continue Reading
GOP establishment defends Martinez after Trump attacks
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The backlash Trump faced was viewed by many as a rejection of a perceived attempt to bully Republicans who haven’t endorsed him to get in line. Continue Reading
Ethics complaints filed in Doña Ana County Democratic DA primary
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The Secretary of State’s Office is investigating two complaints filed in the Doña Ana County Democratic primary race for district attorney, which has, thus far, largely been characterized by mudslinging. Continue Reading
Tensions high as protesters disrupt Trump’s Albuquerque rally
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Some protests were peaceful. Some weren’t. Through it all, Trump was… Trump. He took shots at many people, including Gov. Susana Martinez. Continue Reading
Digging through mud in Doña Ana County’s Democratic DA primary
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Attacks aside, one notable fact that sets the candidates apart is challenger James Dickens’ massive fundraising lead over incumbent Mark D’Antonio. Continue Reading
Sanders energizes crowd in Vado, praised for visiting colonia
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Thousands of people from the Borderlands showed up to Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders’ rally. Continue Reading
Local Sanders supporters, Vado residents see opportunity in candidate’s visit
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Local supporters of the Democratic presidential candidate said his visit presented a chance to reach Latino voters. And some residents of Vado saw an opportunity to shine light on the community’s needs. Continue Reading