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State Police Checkpoints, Saturation Patrols Across State

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NMSP News:

State Police will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols; and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during June 2026.

We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising. 

These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.

Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage to make the right decision Read More

Robinson: Data Centers Can Work For Local Communities

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By Sherry Robinson
All She Wrote
© 2026 New Mexico News Services

Can we have a rational discussion of data centers?

I was hoping this could happen in Socorro, where New Mexico Tech has agreed to consider participating in Green Data Center. Who better to look at the proposal than a place full of scientists and engineers?

What we’ve heard instead is so much hysteria that Congressman Gabe Vasquez urged Socorro County officials to approve a one-year moratorium on the project.

Data centers have become flashpoints all over the country. Nobody wants one because of their potential impacts, and yet they Read More

Honor The Enduring Strength Of The Diné At Treaty Of 1868 Commemoration At Bosque Redondo Memorial

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NMHS News:

FORT SUMNER, NM — The public is invited to commemorate the Treaty of 1868 between the US Government and the sovereign Navajo Nation from 1 – 4 p.m., Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Bosque Redondo Memorial at Fort Sumner Historic Site.

The event includes cultural presentations by Shawn Price (Diné) and the Dineh Tah’ Dancers, who will perform traditional dances in recognition of the resilience of the Diné. Throughout their performances, Price will share stories and the historical significance of the treaty and the influential role of General William T. Sherman and Colonel Samuel Read More

Luján, Padilla, Cantwell Lead Senate Colleagues In Urging Secretary Lutnick To Halt Elimination Of Vote-By-Mail

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, led 13 Senate Democrats in demanding Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick opposing the Department’s involvement in President Trump’s illegal Executive Order (EO) attacking vote-by-mail and interfering with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).

They also demanded that the Commerce Department halt implementing Read More

McCrory Endorses Katherine Clark For Secretary Of State

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By Tom McCrory
Los Alamos

Democratic voters in New Mexico are blessed with an abundance of well qualified candidates for federal, state and local conditions. However, we are especially fortunate to have Katharine Clark running for New Mexico Secretary of State.

In her time as Santa Fe County Clerk, Katharine has revolutionized that office for the better. She has worked tirelessly to expand access to the ballot box, run trusted elections, oppose the influence of dark money, and defend democracy.
I know that as Secretary of State, Katharine will bring those qualities to the benefit of all New
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Alzheimer’s Association Encourages New Mexicans To Take Charge Of Their Brain Health

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HEALTHCARE News:

During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month this June, the Alzheimer’s Association is calling on people across New Mexico to take charge of their brain health and learn how healthy habits and early detection can make a meaningful difference.

In New Mexico, 46,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and 68,000 family members and friends provide unpaid care. As the population ages, those numbers are expected to grow, underscoring the importance of brain health education and early detection in local communities.

Despite growing awareness of Alzheimer’s, a significant Read More

Sen. Heinrich Announces 2026 Endorsements Ahead Of Tuesday’s Primary Elections

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STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Ahead of New Mexico’s Primary Elections on Tuesday, Sen. Martin Heinrich announced his endorsements for statewide offices, county commissions, county sheriff, and the New Mexico House of Representatives, backing candidates that will help strengthen local economies, keep communities safe, and deliver real results for New Mexico families.

“From securing our elections to strengthening public safety and protecting the lands that define our way of life, the leaders we elect this year will make decisions that shape New Mexico’s future long after this election Read More

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony—Berm Project Phase 3

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Map of approximate travel route from the press conference to the ribbon cutting. 

NMBA News:

COLUMBUS — State and local leaders will gather on Monday, June 1, to announce the completion of the first of three phases (phase 3) of the Southern New Mexico Berm Project, a critical flood control and border infrastructure initiative designed to strengthen public safety and support long-term economic development along the U.S.–Mexico border.

Led by the New Mexico Border Authority in partnership with Luna County, the Berm Project is a three-phase infrastructure initiative focused on flood mitigation, Read More

NMAR Releases April 2026 New Mexico Housing Market Stats

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NMAR News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico Association of REALTORS (NMAR) reports that New Mexico’s housing market remained steady in April 2026, with statewide sales totaling 1,702 transactions, a slight decrease from March’s 1,738 sales as the market settled following a strong early spring surge.

Despite the modest month-over-month decline in sales activity, the statewide median sold price increased to $350,000 from $345,950 in March, reflecting continued price resilience. Homes sold more quickly in April, averaging 57 days on market compared to 65 days in March, while active listings increased Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: May 31, 2026 

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By GEORGE MORSE 
Sports and Outdoors 
Los Alamos Daily Post 

The State Game and Fish Department stocked a total of 49,338 rainbow trout weighing 10,606 pounds (about 4810.8 kg). Most of the stocking will now be in Northern New Mexico. 

Unless you have been living on the dark side of the moon, you are aware that we are experiencing severe drought here in New Mexico and Southern Colorado. If we do not get substantial rain during the upcoming monsoon season, it’s going to be a tough season for fish and anglers. 

Normally, the Rio Grande would be swollen with spring runoff from the melting snow. Streamflows Read More