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Ancient Hungry Giants: Research Uncovers Early Evidence Of Massive T. Rex Relative In NM

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NMMNHS News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A team of scientists studying fossils at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science have identified a New Mexico fossil belonging to a surprisingly large and geologically old member of the lineage of dinosaurs that gave rise to the mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex.

This research, co-authored by New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) Executive Director Dr. Anthony Fiorillo and NMMNHS curator Dr. Spencer Lucas, shows that large tyrannosaurs lived in what’s now New Mexico millions of years earlier than scientists realized. The finding brings Read More

New Mexico Environment Department To Clean Up PFAS-Contaminated Groundwater At Dairies

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NMED News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department has entered into four agreements with Curry County dairies to investigate and remediate groundwater contaminated by toxic PFAS from Cannon Air Force Base.

The agreements mark a significant step toward full remediation of a four-mile toxic PFAS plume caused by firefighting foam at Cannon Air Force Base. The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is leading this initiative — funding the effort and seeking reimbursement from the United States Air Force. 

“We have stood in solidarity with our dairy industry since the toxic PFAS contamination Read More

Fifteen Los Alamos Residents File Candidacy For Office

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Top row from left, Rep. Christine Chandler, Magistrate Judge Catherine Taylor, Municipal Judge Elizabeth Allen, Assessor candidate Jeff Casalina, Sheriff candidate Antonio Maggiore. Center row from left, Sheriff candidate David Izraelevitz, County Council candidates David Hampton, Eric Stromberg, Jason Chappel, Joe Granville. Bottom row from left: Council candidate Marshall Maez, Councilor Melanee Hand, Council candidate Steve Lynne, Councilor Theresa Cull and Probate Judge Perry Clare all filed for the 2026 election. Collage created by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

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Outdoor Recreation Drives $3.6 Billion, 31,000 Jobs In New Mexico

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RVing remains the top value-added outdoor recreation activity in New Mexico. Courtesy/EDD

Climbing, hiking and tent camping were among the fastest growing activities. Courtesy/EDD

EDD News:

SANTA FE — New federal data show outdoor recreation contributed $3.6 billion to New Mexico’s economy and supported more than 31,000 jobs in 2024, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).

In 2024, outdoor recreation accounted for 2.5% of the state’s GDP and supported 31,454 jobs. RVing, boating and fishing, and snow activities remain the state’s largest economic drivers, while recreational Read More

First Phase Of $47.7M Bridge Replacement To Begin Near Gallup

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NMDOT News:

GALLUP — A $47.7 million bridge replacement project will begin east of Gallup along Interstate 40 and New Mexico State Road 118 near mileposts 29.04 to 30.4.

This 1.36-mile project includes replacement of three bridges on I-40 and NM 118, installation of new metal guardrail and concrete barriers, and drainage and grading improvements.

The first phase of construction will start on NM 118 and the westbound bridge over I-40. To allow crews to remove and replace two bridges, NM 118 will be closed in the project area and traffic will be detoured to I-40. Both eastbound and westbound lanes Read More

New Mexico Black Judicial Council Announces Mission To Recruit, Support And Retain Black Judges Across The State

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Courtesy/Brian Culbreath

NMBJC News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The newly formed New Mexico Black Judicial Council (NMBJC) announces its mission to strengthen the state’s judiciary by recruiting, supporting and retaining Black judges across all courts in New Mexico.

The organization, incorporated in December 2025, intends to build a strong pipeline of attorneys who qualify for the bench while offering meaningful support for those currently serving. The Chair of the NMBJC is retired Second Judicial District Court Judge Tommy Jewell, who was New Mexico’s first Black judge. Other board members include Read More

Governor Lujan Grisham Signs State Budget, Capital Outlay Bills And Tax Package

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed an $11.1 billion state budget for fiscal year 2027 that funds higher education, universal childcare, road improvements, economic development initiatives and more.

The $11.1 billion general fund marks an increase of $339.5 million, or 3.1%, compared to the FY 2026 budget, while leaving reserves at 26.4%.

“Over the last seven years, we have fundamentally redefined New Mexico’s future by prioritizing historic investments in universal childcare, healthcare, public safety and more while achieving record job growth and the nation’s Read More

Katharine Clark Wins Democratic Party Convention Vote For Secretary Of State

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Katharine Clark

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Secretary of State candidate Katharine Clark won the Democratic Party of New Mexico convention vote this weekend with 46.18% of the vote, earning delegates’ support across the state and building strong momentum heading into the final weeks before the Democratic primary election.

Amanda Lopez Askin received 35.84% and Sonya Smith received 17.97%.

Clark thanked delegates and supporters for backing her people-powered campaign and said the convention result reflects growing support for her vision to protect democracy and expand ballot access Read More

FBI: Zuni Man Pleads Guilty To Manslaughter

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A Zuni man pleaded guilty to the shooting death of an individual in the heat of passion.

According to court documents, Dec. 1, 2024, Glendon Laate, 49, a member of the Zuni Pueblo, shot and killed John Doe with a homemade shotgun in the heat of passion.

Laate pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter. At sentencing Laate faces up to 15 years in prison.

First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Justin A. Garris, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Albuquerque Field Office, made the announcement today.

The Gallup Resident Agency of the FBI’s Read More

New Mexico Medicaid Now Covers Traditional Healing Practices For Native American Members

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HCA News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico Medicaid now covers traditional healing practices for Native American Medicaid members in participating Tribes, Nations or Pueblos, expanding culturally appropriate health services provided by certified traditional healers.

“Our state’s diverse cultural heritage is one of our greatest strengths. Traditional healing practices have played a vital role in community health and well-being for generations of Native Americans,” Cabinet secretary Kari Armijo said. “We are pleased to be one of the first states to offer this coverage expansion to eligible Medicaid Read More