U.S. Representatives Leger Fernández, Bonamici, Hayes Lead Letter To Protect Immigrant Access To Head Start
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
Congressional News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), and Jahana Hayes (D-CT) led 34 Members of Congress in calling for the Department of Health and Human Services to protect immigrant access to Head Start.
The Representatives sent the letter after the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a notice in the Federal Register on July 15 that changes how the department interprets “federal public benefit” under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Read More
New Mexico EDD Accepting Applications For FY26 Science And Technology Business Startup Grant
CHAMBER News:
The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Technology and Innovation Office is now accepting applications for the FY26 Science and Technology Business Startup Grant.
The initiative is a competitive state-funded grant that supports small businesses engaged in research and development with the potential for commercializing their technology. This grant assists early-stage companies that are developing a unique product and exhibit strong growth potential.
Funds are intended for business development expenses, providing recipients with additional resources Read More
Los Alamos County Intergovernmental Affairs Manager Danielle Duran Elected Vice President Of NACIRO
Danielle Duran
COUNTY News:
Philadelphia, PA – Los Alamos County Intergovernmental Affairs Manager Danielle Duran was elected vice president of the National Association of County Intergovernmental Relations Officials (NACIRO) at the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference on July 13, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA.
NACIRO is a professional organization of intergovernmental relations officials and county advocates, with members from across the United States representing counties to ensure federal policy benefits local governments. NACIRO is governed by a Board Read More
NNSA Issues Finding Of No Significant Impact To Environment From LANL Transmission Line Upgrade Project
LANL News:
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) announced its findings today that construction of the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Electrical Power Capacity Upgrade Project (DOE/EA-2199) would yield no significant impact to the environment.
The transmission line installation project will cross lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S. Forest Service, Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF).
The EA analyzed the construction and operation of a new 115 kilovolt (kV) power transmission line to upgrade LANL’s existing electrical infrastructure. Read More
FBI: Assault Charges Filed Against Shiprock Man
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock man is facing federal charges for a violent assault that left two people seriously injured.
According to court documents, on Aug. 5, 2025, Joshua Black, 20, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, became violent during an argument at the home. Black assaulted another man by slamming his head into a fireplace and striking him repeatedly with a shovel and a wooden board.
The man sustained life-threatening head injuries and was later airlifted to a local hospital. During the same incident, Black also assaulted a woman, kicking her and taking her mobility aids, Read More
Law Enforcement Task Force Arrests Armed Drug Trafficker Who Targeted Juveniles
DPS News:
SANTA FE — A joint law enforcement operation removed an alleged armed drug dealer off the streets after investigators said he used social media to sell firearms and narcotics, including to at least one juvenile.
“We will not tolerate criminals who peddle deadly drugs and illegal firearms in our communities—especially when they target our children,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. “This arrest reflects our commitment to using every resource at the state’s disposal, including the Organized Crime Commission, to dismantle these dangerous networks and keep New Mexicans safe.” Read More
Roast And Revelry: The Cultural Ritual Of Fall
NMCC News:
SANTA FE — As the air turns crisp and the aspens turn gold, New Mexico comes alive with a familiar scent that signals fall is here. The aroma of New Mexico Certified Chile™ is swirling across New Mexico, as locals get ready for chile roasting season.
The fire-marked steel chile roasters spin slowly outside farmers’ markets and grocery stores, casting a comforting heat into the cool morning air. The flames crackle, chile skins pop and the smell wraps around you like a comforting memory. For locals, this moment is more than a smell. It’s home. It’s New Mexico Certified Chile™.
“Every Read More
Laguna Wildfire Weekly Update: 85% Contained Aug. 11
Recent scene of the aftermath of the lightning caused Laguna Wildfire in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of N.M. 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
Acres: 17,415
Start Date: June 25, 2025
Containment: 85 percent
Location: Located in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of N.M. 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.
Personnel: 17
Resources: 2 engines | 1 module | 1 water tender
Fuels: Oak brush, ponderosa pine, Piñon-juniper
Highlights: Updates will be provided once a week, unless significant Read More
Lincoln County Storm And Flood Victims Can Get D-SNAP Food Assistance
NMHCA News:
SANTA FE — Residents of Lincoln County affected by the recent storm and flooding may be eligible for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) benefits.
Residents can apply from Aug. 18 to Aug. 24.
“We encourage all Lincoln County residents affected by the recent storms and floodings to apply for food assistance,” Kari Armijo said, secretary of the New Mexico Health Care Authority. “Disaster SNAP is an essential resource, and we urge anyone who believes they are eligible to apply as soon as applications open.”
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham requested and received Read More
New Mexico Opens $5 Million In Tech Grants
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Technology and Innovation Office has opened two new grants to support technology commercialization and entrepreneurship.
The $5 million initiative includes two funding opportunities:
Innovation Hubs Grant ($2.5 million available)
This program provides funding to develop, expand, or improve physical spaces that foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization, including shared workspaces, equipment and laboratories, and collaborative environments.
Entrepreneurship Programmatic Read More
