Torrance County manager warns of economic ruin if detention facility closes
By Alex Ross, New Mexico Political Report A potential ban on federal immigrant detention facilities in New Mexico would have a devastating impact on Torrance County,... Read more.
Trump administration threatens to yank funds for New Mexico, California and Washington over truckers’ English proficiency
by Jacob Fischler, Source New MexicoAugust 26, 2025 Three states are at risk of losing some federal transportation funding because they are not enforcing President... Read more.
NM committee chair who once stymied ICE detention center ban says he’s reconsidering
by Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico The chair of the New Mexico Senate Judiciary Committee who earlier this year killed a legislative effort to ban federal immigration... Read more.
Driven by the 2024 election, states push to change voting laws
State lawmakers concerned about the integrity of elections ahead of the 2024 presidential vote are proposing and enacting an unprecedented number of laws to restrict... Read more.
Oh, the germaneity!
Often repeated, sometimes misunderstood. More on the term circling in the Roundhouse and frustrating lawmakers. Danielle Prokop and Patrick Lohmann from Source... Read more.
Lawmakers and tenants call on governor to make rent control a priority for 30-day session
Ralliers gathered in front of the Roundhouse to showcase support for rent control in New Mexico. Patrick Lohmann from Source New Mexico reports.... Read more.
Charges filed against a New Mexico police officer for a fatal shooting — for the first time in nearly 10 years
After nearly a decade, a police officer in New Mexico will face criminal charges for a fatal shooting. From Searchlight New Mexico, Joshua Bowling reports.... Read more.
‘State of chaos’: New Mexico’s child welfare crisis is worse, monitors say
Experts are calling for reforms in New Mexico's child welfare system. Ed Williams from Searchlight New Mexico reports.... Read more.
Researchers say oil and gas activity leading to more geohazards
The petrochemical industry has deformed the landscape in the Permian Basin.... Read more.
Tenants with nowhere to turn
Low-income renters face poor housing conditions, including leaks, heat, mold, and roaches, with no help.... Read more.