New Mexico Supreme Court Rejects Prosecution Arguments For Change In Legal Tests In Double Jeopardy Cases
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COURT News:
SANTA FE — The state Supreme Court today reaffirmed the legal framework followed in New Mexico to determine whether a defendant’s convictions violate constitutional double jeopardy protections against multiple punishments for the same crime.
In a unanimous opinion deciding an appeal of a criminal case, New Mexico’s highest court declined “to take the drastic step of overruling decades of our own precedent” and explained that state prosecutors in the Colfax County case “might have obtained multiple convictions under our current approach without violating Read More
Senate Republicans Urge Interim Tax Committee To Consider Real Tax Relief For Hard-Working New Mexicans
NMSR News:
SANTA FE — Republican members of the Revenue Stabilization & Tax Policy (RSTP) interim committee recently sent a letter proposing much-deserved tax relief for New Mexico taxpayers.
Specifically, the letter asks that the committee consider providing a ‘Citizens Tax Rebate’ to every New Mexico taxpayer, funded by excess tax revenues the state collects. Instead of returning these dollars to the hard-working New Mexicans who contribute them, these excess revenues have instead been used to grow the state budget from $6.3B in FY19 to $11.4B for the upcoming FY27, a growth of nearly Read More
Blue Bus Announces Service Improvements To Start April 13
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NCRTD News:
The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) Blue Bus will implement a series of service enhancements across its Blue Bus system beginning Monday, April 13, 2026, impacting 13 routes and two MyBlueTM rideshare zones throughout north central New Mexico.
These updates reflect NCRTD’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, guided by rider feedback and community engagement across the region. Service changes within public transportation agencies are crucial to providing improved, reliable and efficient service. The Blue Bus typically conducts Read More
LAHS Robotics Team GO For Houston
Team 4153 in Fort Worth, Texas. Courtesy/LAPS
Project Y Robot 4153 on the Competition Field. Courtesy/LAPS
By EMILY XU
LAHS Student
Los Alamos High School’s Robotics Team 4153, “Project Y”, has been hard at work since January designing and building a custom robot to compete in FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) district events. Led by CEO John Kang, Project Y competed twice recently in both Fort Worth and Amarillo, Texas, and earned the District Points and ranking status to advance to the FIRST in Texas District Championships.
From March 19-21, they competed at Fort Worth, achieving second Read More
State Invests $6 Million In Trails & Outdoor Infrastructure
Enchanted Circle Trails Association partnered with Youth Conservation Corps and Carson National Forest to improve six campgrounds and over 18 miles of trails with a Trails+ Grant. Courtesy/NMEDD
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE — The Outdoor Recreation Division of the Economic Development Department of New Mexico is investing nearly $6 million to build and enhance more than 355 miles of trails and support 288 jobs across 21 counties.
The investment comes through the division’s Trails+ Grant and represents the largest amount awarded in a single round to date. The total will be amplified by an additional Read More
New Mexico Gas Company Shares Critical Reminder To Homeowners … Always Call 811 Before Digging!
NMGC News:
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC) reminds customers to call 811 before starting any digging projects. Accidentally striking a natural gas line creates a dangerous condition for homeowners, neighbors and first responders.
Consider the potential presence of underground utilities inches below the surface when planning jobs like planting trees or bushes, pulling stumps, installing fence posts, working on irrigation systems or any other projects that require digging.
“Calling 811 to get utility lines marked before any digging project protects families, neighbors Read More
One-Stop Shop: New Mexico State Historic Preservation Division Launches Public Portal To Make Kickstarting Preservation Projects Easier
NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico State Historic Preservation Division has launched a new digital tool to make it easier than ever for users to submit vital information for projects that advance New Mexico’s cultural legacy.
Earlier this year, the Historic Preservation Division (NMHPD) launched a public portal for the submission of all projects and applications needing review. These forms include everything from consultation letters, to permit and tax credit application forms, and even nominations for the State and National Registers of Historic Places.
“This new public portal streamlines Read More
Diné Fight Against Coal Plant Exhibition Opens April 19
One of 40 black and white photographs by photographer Carlan Tapp featured in a new exhibition, ‘A Question of Power’, opening April 19 at the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe. Courtesy/NMDCA
NMDCA News:
The story of three remarkable Diné (Navajo) women who helped defeat the construction of a coal-fired power plant on the Navajo Nation, known as Desert Rock, is the focus of a new exhibition, “A Question of Power,” at the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe.
The museum, together with the Museum of New Mexico Foundation Women’s Board, is hosting a public opening reception, 1-3 p.m., Sunday, Read More
State Awards Student Loan Relief To Eight Rural Veterinarians In New Mexico
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — Thousands of dollars in student debt relief have been awarded to eight veterinarians through the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program provided by the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED).
Established during the 2025 legislative session, the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program provides up to $80,000 in financial assistance to veterinarians who commit to practicing in rural areas of the state and provide food animal care for at least four years.
The loan repayment program is designed to address the critical shortages of food animal veterinarians Read More
LWV: Who Can Vote In The Primary Election In 2026?
LWV News:
This year for the first time New Mexico will have a semi-open primary. The state of New Mexico recognizes only four political parties for the purposes of primary elections.
The only four political parties recognized by the state:
- Republican;
- Democrat;
- Libertarian; and
- Green.
A person who listed any other party name, did not specify a party, or wrote Declined to State (DTS), is considered to be DTS for the purpose of the primary election. Those considered as DTS can participate in primary elections without having to change their voter registration. They may request either a Republican Read More
