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Local News
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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. -
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 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. -
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. -
Capitan, New Mexico celebrates the 80th birthday for the famous fire prevention icon Smokey Bear with the return of Smokey Bear Days. -
Nursery owner Lynn Payne talks with KSFR about the do's and don'ts of spring gardening.
In Case You Missed It
Mandate for 180 Day School Years Halted by New Mexico Judge
A New Mexico judge has put on hold a new mandate that requires school districts across the state to adopt calendars that consist of at least 180 days. The ruling came Monday as dozens of school districts and superintendents challenge the state Public Education Department over the change's legality.
NM Working on Rule to Reuse Water Used for Fracking.
New Mexico, the nation's number two state for petroleum production, is taking initial steps toward regulating the treatment and reuse of water that had been used for fracking as Leading state environmental officials are tackling water scarcity.
Biden Administration Seeks Partial End of Protections for Migrant Children
The Biden administration plans to partially end court supervision of how the federal government cares for child migrants, shortly after producing a list of safeguards against mistreatment. An opposing attorney says the Justice Department will attempt to terminate what is known as the Flores Agreement.
Civil Suit Settled for Native Activist Shot at Statue Protest
A settlement has been reached for a 2023 shooting of native american man at an activist gathering in espanola, protesting the installation of a bronze statue of a spanish conquistador. Ryan Martinez of Sandia Park, who is being held without bail on charges of attempted murder as well as assault, has pleaded not guilty.
Attorney General Torrez on NIBIN Machines Secured by Heinrich
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez spoke when U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich announced funding to purchase and staff new ballistics testing machines for more law enforcement agencies in New Mexico.
Sen. Heinrich Secured Funding for Ballistics Test Machine
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich announced over $1 million he secured in the FY24 appropriations bill to purchase new ballistics testing machines for law enforcement agencies in 4 counties in New Mexico. Doña Ana County Sheriff Kim Stewart Says this will officers to focus on "art of policing."
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.
