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With the talk of the legislative session thus far being its sluggish pace, some want to get on with passing a budget and a few other bills, and then adjourn early to save taxpayer dollars. Continue Reading
Heath Haussamen was on KEDU 102.3-FM in Ruidoso on Tuesday to talk about state politics. Listen to the broadcast of The Morning Show with Harvey T. by clicking on the headline. Continue Reading
Gov. Susana Martinez reiterated today that she wants to bring in private money to help fund Spaceport America as she announced the appointment of members to fill the Spaceport Authority’s Board of Directors. Continue Reading
President Barack Obama is well-positioned to win New Mexico’s five electoral votes when he seeks re-election next year, according to a new poll. Continue Reading
A new poll finds that U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M., is in a good position win re-election, should he choose to seek another term in office. But if Bingaman doesn’t seek another term next year, an open Senate seat in New Mexico could be a toss-up. Continue Reading
It’s time again for redistricting, and that doesn’t just mean that state lawmakers have work to do. Across the state, local governments must also create a process for drawing new boundaries. Continue Reading
Though he has opposed Doña Ana County wilderness legislation in the past, U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce, R-N.M., says he wants to work with New Mexico’s U.S. senators to “preserve the beautiful lands and open spaces” here. Continue Reading
In the wake of the death of 3-year-old Leland Valdez, The Santa Fe New Mexican takes a comprehensive look at problems with the system that failed to protect him from fatal child abuse – and what might be done to fix things. Continue Reading
Following three days of rolling blackouts last week, the CEO of El Paso Electric had to answer some tough questions from the El Paso Times. Continue Reading
UPDATED: Gov. Susana Martinez has named two prosecutors who used to work for her to fill vacancies on the Third Judicial District Court in Las Cruces. Continue Reading
Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Javier Gonzales announced today that he’s seeking another term in that position. Continue Reading
Gov. Susana Martinez says she’s skeptical of a proposal to build an off-reservation casino in Anthony, but that doesn’t mean she’s decided to oppose it. Continue Reading
The Court of Appeals has ruled that Attorney General Gary King can prosecute the defendants in a case involving the state’s housing authorities even though his office also represents the authorities in a civil capacity. Continue Reading
School board elections are being held across the state today, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Continue Reading
There’s currently no obvious frontrunner to be elected chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico when central committee members gather in April to make the selection. Continue Reading