Politics

State Seeks Members For Technology & Innovation Board

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EDD News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) is seeking applicants for a new advisory board to help shape the state’s growing technology and innovation sectors.

Community and industry leaders are invited to join the new Technology and Innovation Network Advisory Board, established by House Bill 20 and signed into law April 9 by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The board will help shape the future of the state’s tech economy by guiding strategic planning for the newly created Technology and Innovation Division.

The board will provide recommendations, ensure active Read More

Rep. Chandler To Local Businesses: Tough Few Years Ahead As State Faces Federal Cuts

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Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler

By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com

State Rep. Christine Chandler spoke with local business leaders Thursday, Sept. 18, at the Chamber Business Breakfast at SALA Los Alamos Event Center. The event gave business owners a chance to discuss economic challenges and opportunities with the Los Alamos lawmaker.

Chandler, who serves on the House Judiciary and Tax & Revenue committees, said her workload reflects the breadth of issues before the legislature.

“Last year in the judiciary we had 389 bills related to the legal system, Read More

Fuselier: The Three D’s Part 1

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By BOB FUSELIER
Los Alamos

While the discord, distress, and division that I see surrounding us today may be greater than any other time in my life, I know our nation and the world have faced much greater troubles and survived. However, that knowledge alone doesn’t bring much solace since I’m well aware that discord, distress and division can serve as a positive feedback mechanism, causing greater discord, distress, and division if left unchecked. The end result is pain and suffering for all, but more so for those who are marginalized and voiceless.

It’s a natural reaction, when one feels threatened, Read More

Op-Ed By Fr. Theophan Mackey

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By Fr. Theophan Mackey
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos

I have been hearing the word “martyr” thrown around broadly and cavalierly in recent days, even by some in my church and vocation. This greatly unsettles me, and I have unfollowed a handful of priests whose words I usually find edifying because of it.

The word “martyr” comes from the Greek for “witness.” But more specifically people are currently using it to denote a Christian martyr. This is problematic.

Now, one can be a Christian, and a martyr for a cause other than Christ. One can be a non-Christian and a martyr for a cause. But Read More

Council Adopts MRA For Eastern Downtown Los Alamos

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The boundary map for the eastern downtown Los Alamos MRA. Courtesy/LAC

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladialypost.com

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) is officially in place for the eastern section of downtown Los Alamos. Los Alamos County Council approved 5-1, with Councilor David Reagor opposed, to adopt the MRA during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 9. Councilor Beverly Neal-Clinton was absent.

Supporters of the MRA emphasize this can help inject revitalization into the eastern downtown area marred by vacant buildings and blighted properties.

Reagor Read More

National Governors Association Urges Lawmakers To Reauthorize Cyber Security Grant Program

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NGA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sept. 17, NGA signed onto a letter, with the leading organizations representing state and local government, urging congress to reauthorize the State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program (SLCGP).

The letter reads in part:

“As the collective voice of state and local governments, we urge you to reauthorize the State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program (SLCGP). This critical program has provided states and local governments with the resources they need to bolster their cybersecurity defenses and assisted in modernizing technology systems across the country. Read More

FBI: New Mexico Teenager Charged With Making Violent Threats Online Following Assassination Of Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE – A New Mexico teenager has been charged with making violent threats on social media following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.

According to court documents, on or about Sept. 11, 2025, Jace Allen, 19, used an account on X.com under the alias “Jebron Lames” to post a series of violent and racist threats following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk on Sept. 10, 2025.

Among the threats, Allen wrote that he planned to commit mass murder, target minorities and Jews, and shoot up unspecified locations. He also threatened an Read More

Council Proclaims Oct. 5-11, 2025 Fire Prevention Week

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Los Alamos County Fire Chief Wendy Servey and Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova accept a proclamation from Councilor Ryn Herrmann during the Sept. 16 Council meeting, designating Oct. 5-11 as Fire Prevention Week in Los Alamos County. Cordova shared that this year’s theme, ‘Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home’ emphasizes the importance of safe use, charging, and recycling of lithium-ion batteries and buying only UL, ETL, or TUV listed products to reduce fire risks. Courtesy/LAC Read More

New Mexico State Land Office Hauls In Nearly Half A Billion Dollars In 3 Months … Breaks National Per-Acre Record

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New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard in her office in Santa Fe in January 2019, shortly after her November 2018 statewide election. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

State Land Office News:

  • September lease sale earns $117 million to fund critical needs for upcoming special session, breaks national per-acre record paid for a lease

SANTA FE – For the third month in a row, the State Land Office has broken a record with its oil and gas lease sales and earned historic revenue, bringing in over $117 million in bonus payments at a public auction, New Mexico Commissioner Read More

Constitution Day 2025: The U.S. Constitution Is The Oldest Written Constitution In Operation In The World

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Courtesy/history.com

This Day In History:

              • Today Marks Constitution Day 2025

The Constitution of the United States of America is signed by 39 delegates present at the conclusion of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. Supporters of the document waged a hard-won battle to win ratification by the necessary nine out of 13 U.S. states.

The Articles of Confederation, ratified several months before the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781, provided for a loose confederation of U.S. states, which were sovereign in most of their affairs. On paper, Congress–the central authority–had Read More