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Lawmakers tour detention center

A group of New Mexico Republican state legislators and one Democrat on Monday toured the Otero County Processing Center, the state’s largest immigration detention facility.

New Mexico ‘downwinders’ face possible scams

Advocates have said the expanded law was a big win for New Mexicans affected by nuclear testing and uranium mining. But they’re also cautioning residents to not fall for potential scams that have popped up prolifically since the law was passed.

All American Oaks purse tops $700K

Ohana Spirit, a 3-year-old filly, has been named the 5/2 morning line favorite in the Sept. 1 running of the $700,000 All American Oaks at the of Albuquerque. The race’s purse sets an all-time record in that division and will be the eighth race on the card set for approximately 5:05 p.m.

Meals With Wheels

Enter the Dutch baby pancake. It’s based on German pancakes (pfannkuchen) but it’s not Dutch and no babies are involved in making them.

Flashlight tour at Fort Stanton

Participants must be comfortable exploring historic buildings and stairs by flashlight beam and walking through areas usually off-limits to the public.