Here’s how Searchlight learned where NM’s vendors are located
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It took seven months, and it wasn’t easy. Continue Reading
Immigrants share harrowing tales from detention with NM lawmakers
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State lawmakers are exploring what, if any, authority the state might exert to learn more about the conditions in immigrant detention facilities in Otero and Cibola counties — and if they have jurisdiction to require changes. Continue Reading
Libertarians miss general election ballot for governor
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New Mexicans likely won’t see a Libertarian candidate for governor on the ballot in November. Continue Reading
Moody’s downgrade is a warning for NM
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Despite a $600 million surplus and an unemployment rate that has dropped to an almost-respectable 5.1 percent, New Mexico’s economy is in dire shape. Continue Reading
Former Tax and Revenue secretary charged with embezzlement
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Demesia Padilla had previously resigned amid questions about possible preferential treatment of a former client. Continue Reading
NM may become among first states to seek oversight on immigration detention centers
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At a hearing in July, Manuel Gonzalez will be among the first ICE detainees in the country to have state legislators formally learn about his experience. Continue Reading
New Mexico ranks last in new national survey of child well-being
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Prospects for children in New Mexico are the worst in the nation, according to newly released data that rank states across 16 measures of child well-being. Continue Reading
Where’s the proof that funding early childhood programs works?
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It’s something that should be on the mind of every New Mexican planning to vote in November. Continue Reading
Lujan Grisham, Herrell and Haaland lead opponents, poll finds
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A new poll shows that Democrats lead in statewide races, while Republicans are currently in the lead in the race to keep the 2nd Congressional District seat vacated by the Republican incumbent. Continue Reading
Bill McCamley: Want more jobs? Vote for Michelle Lujan Grisham
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Michelle Lujan Grisham offers a real and effective path to a 21st Century economy, while Steve Pearce will continue Susana Martinez’s failures. Continue Reading
A way-too-early look at legislative races to watch
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Currently, Democrats have a 38 to 32 advantage over Republicans in the state House. Here’s how that might change. Continue Reading
Strengthen New Mexico by focusing on families
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In these trying times, a village is not always enough. Sometimes, it takes a state to raise a child. Continue Reading
Oil and gas, environmentalists square off over next governor
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U.S. Reps. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Steve Pearce will bring a fight over regulating methane home during this year’s gubernatorial election. Continue Reading
Secretary of state to Doña Ana County: I’m listening to your unique concerns
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Every time I visit Doña Ana County, I’m reminded of the gift of your perspective and input. Continue Reading
High-profile DWI cases spotlight complicated world of legal conflicts
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Legal ethics experts say the rules governing such conflicts are gray. Continue Reading