Politics

New Mexico State Treasurer Honored As Inaugural Track ‘Ambassador’ At National Institute Of Public Finance

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New Mexico State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya

STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya was recognized this week as the inaugural ‘Ambassador’ for the Investments & Pensions Track at the 2025 National Institute of Public Finance (NIPF), held July 20-23 at Pepperdine University in Malibu, Calif.

This year’s program marked the first time NIPF introduced a track ambassadorship, honoring public finance leaders who have demonstrated exceptional finance expertise, strategic leadership, and unwavering dedication to public service.

Treasurer Montoya was selected Read More

In Wake Of Trout Fire In Grant County, New Mexico State Agencies React Quickly To Restore Wildlife Habitat

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NMDGF Director Mike Sloan

NMDGF News:

SILVER CITY — In the wake of the Trout Fire in Grant County, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) and New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) swiftly reseeded burned areas in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to restore more than 1,200 acres of key habitat near the Bear Canyon Lake Wildlife Management Area through targeted reseeding efforts.

The state agencies’ quick reaction was crucial because the rapid response bypassed the potentially lengthy federal approval process that could have jeopardized seeding efforts due Read More

Tales Of Our Times: Fans Of Either Party Are Threats To Our Democracy

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Tales Of Our Times
By JOHN BARTLIT
Los Alamos

Fans Of Either Party Are Threats To Our Democracy

A funny thing happened on the way to the news forum. I started out to write a column about the National Environmental Policy Act of 1970 (NEPA). Before I was too far along, I got tangled up in the political linguistics of our time. Such problems catch many of us unawares, and often, I suspect.

When Americans hear the term “pillars of democracy”, a big bunch of them might think of Democrats; another large bunch might think of Republicans. Democracy itself benefits most from more awareness of free speech and Read More

Terrance C. Cole Sworn In As Administrator To Lead DEA

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Terrance C. ‘Terry’ Cole

DEA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Terrance C. “Terry” Cole was sworn in July 23, 2025, as administrator of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), following his confirmation by the U.S. Senate.

Cole is a distinguished public servant who has spent more than 31 years in law enforcement, 22 of which were at DEA fighting the drug cartels and transnational criminal organizations.

Since 2023, Cole has served as Virginia’s Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security in Gov. Youngkin’s cabinet, overseeing 11 state public safety agencies, comprising more than 19,000 Read More

Governor Addresses Friday’s Deadly Shooting At UNM

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From the Governor:

          • “We will not accept this as normal.” –Gov. Lujan Grisham

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham posted the following statement on Facebook following a shooting Friday at the University of New Mexico’s (UNM) main campus in Albuquerque, during which an 18-year-old shot and killed a 14-year-old and injured a 19-year-old.

“Today’s (Friday’s) deadly shooting at UNM is heartbreaking and I extend my deepest sympathies to the family of the individual who lost their life in this tragedy.

“I’m grateful for the swift response by UNM police, New Mexico State Police, and other first responders Read More

New Mexico Economic Development Department Awards $258,000 To Innovative Projects Across 11 Counties

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AREA’s September 2024 Town Hall, hosted by President & CEO Danielle Casey, brought together top voices in site selection. From left, Danielle Casey, president & CEO for AREA, Tony Ramirez, MBA, founder, PlazaSource LLC at Navigator Consulting, James Blair, founder and managing director of Navigator Consulting. Courtesy/EDD               Grow Raton commercial kitchen will have five studios to rent and a basement for the commercial food storage processing of value added packaging. From left, EDD Regional Representative Tim Hagaman with Grow Raton staff VP Brandy Dietz, President Read More

U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich & Tim Sheehy Introduce Legislation To Study Cost Of Wildfires On Homeowners

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) introduced the Wildfire Insurance Coverage Study Act, legislation to better understand the cost of increasingly destructive wildfires on homeowners’ insurance coverage and identify possible measures to alleviate the financial risk of wildfires.

“I’m hearing from more and more New Mexicans who’ve seen their insurance premiums skyrocket, lost coverage entirely, or been priced out of protecting their homes. That is completely unacceptable,” Sen. Heinrich said. “Families deserve Read More

County Inclusivity Task Force To Meet Wednesday July 30

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force is scheduled to meet at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.

The meeting is open to the public. For convenience, the following Zoom meeting link or telephone call in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85262446713

The complete agenda packet for the meeting has been published and is available for review here. Read More

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Signs Emergency Order For Doña Ana County Flooding

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From the Office of the Governor:

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued an emergency order to make $750,000 in state funding available to support state agencies responding to the flooding in Doña Ana County.

“Vado is facing devastating flooding, and this crisis demands immediate action,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “New Mexico is mobilizing resources to support this resilient community through recovery.”

Executive Order 2025-333 directs the New Mexico Department of Finance Administration to allocate $750,000 to the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Read More