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Local News
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Today, the US Environmental Protection Agency announced that $156 million has been awarded to New Mexico from the agencies $7 billion Solar for all competition. This will support low-income households. -
The U.S. Border Patrol is asserting its authority to seize cannabis shipments amid complaints by licensed cannabis suppliers that shipments worth more than $300,000 have been confiscated in recent months at Border Patrol checkpoints in southern New Mexico. U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich says Friday the Department of Homeland Security should be focused on urgent priorities that don’t include regulated cannabis suppliers. -
New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich asks US Attorney General Merrick Garland about the implementation of the provision in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, Authored by Senator Heinrich and Senator Susan Collins of Maine. -
Several members of the Albuquerque police academy’s training staff who were dismissed from their duties last summer have filed a whistleblower lawsuit. The complaint filed Wednesday in state district court outlines allegations of nepotism and retaliation by leadership. -
STI Awareness Week, observed the second full week in April, provides an opportunity to raise awareness about STIs and how they impact our lives; reduce STI-related stigma, fear, and discrimination; and ensure people have the tools and knowledge for prevention, testing, and treatment.(From the CDC Website) -
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that she is calling the New Mexico legislature into a special session on July 18th, to address public safety.
In Case You Missed It
NM Senator Led Legislation Banning Russian Uranium Imports
Legislation banning the import of Russian uranium passed the senate and was led by US Senator Martin Heinrich of New Mexico.
FTC Approves Exxon Mobil Acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources
Exxon Mobil will have a larger presence in the Permian Basin after the Federal trade commission approved a deal for the company to purchase Pioneer Natural resources. A $60 billion transaction.
NM Sen. Lujan Writes USDA about Bird Flu in Cattle
New Mexican Senator Ben Ray Lujan wrote a letter to the Department of Agriculture and the Health and Human Services Department addressing the Avian Flu in Cattle that has affected 8 farms in New Mexico.
NM Senator asks Military Leaders about Plans for Space Force Futures Command
During a hearing to review the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Request for Military Construction and Family Housing, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich of New Mexico, member and former chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, pressed top military leaders on how the U.S. Department of Defense is prioritizing continued investment in New Mexico’s military installations.
Governor Appoints Kenderline Secretary of NM EMNRD
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Melanie Kenderline as the secretary of New Mexico's Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department. Kenderline has been renowned internationally for her support of the transition to clean energy.
US and Mexico use Teamwork to Tackle Immigration
The White House says teamwork between the U.S. and Mexico to reduce illegal migration is paying off. A White House spokesman, John Kirby, said the U.S. and Mexico will increase enforcement measures to prevent illegal migration on commercial transportation and increase the number of repatriation flights.
Interviews
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We spoke to the Consul General from Houston where she oversees relations with the southwestern U.S. -
Professor Kastenberg is one of the highest regarding legal analysts in the country and has extensive experience as both a prosecutor and public defender. -
As the 2023 New Mexico Legislature kicks off it's 60-day session, Think New Mexico has released recommendations to improve the state's education system. -
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mark Ronchetti received a cash donation from a woman who was part of an attempt to falsely allocate the state’s electoral votes to Donald Trump, a recently filed finance report shows.
