January 29, 2026
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Gov. Lujan Grisham outlines priorities in State of the State speech
The governor urged lawmakers to not shy away from tackling longstanding challenges that face the state.
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Child dies in Ski Apache accident
Officials with Ski Apache have confirmed the death of a child involving a ski lift at Ski Apache which occurred Jan. 6.
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Lawsuit filed over imperiled Pecos River turtle
A struggling turtle native to the waters of New Mexico, including the Pecos River, is at the center of a federal lawsuit.
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Lawmakers push crime bills ahead of New Mexico legislative session
Lawmakers will have until Feb. 4 to introduce legislation.
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Ruidoso Downs out of business after flood and fire damage
Officials with the Ruidoso Downs Race Track announced today that the entire 2026 race meet will be held at the Downs of Albuquerque this year.
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Oilfield water solutions struggle in New Mexico, Permian Basin, locals say
Produced water is mostly brought to the surface from the same underground rock formations, or shale, that yield crude oil and natural gas.
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Eddy County sending $4M to Carlsbad for housing
A Carlsbad housing development was given a $4 million boost by Eddy County and will see apartments and homes installed on the south end of the city.
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Sen. David Gallegos running for New Mexico Lt. Gov
Sen. David Gallegos (R-41) of Eunice announced his campaign in an early morning Facebook post on Thursday.
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New Mexico Democrats outline priorities ahead of lawmaking session in Santa Fe
In New Mexico, 30-day sessions are dedicated to the budget and matters the governor calls for the Legislature to take up.
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Lawmaker calls on Gov. Lujan Grisham to address juvenile crime during session
Juvenile crime has been a top priority for Republicans, as Reeb said New Mexico copes with high juvenile crime rates.
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