A new report by Issue One, a bipartisan organization that supports American democracy, has found a high turnover among local election officials around the country, including New …
NM U.S. Sen. Luján, advocates, urge nuclear victims to apply for compensation
by Leah Romero, Source New MexicoFebruary 18, 2026 With less than two years until the deadline for New Mexico victims of nuclear radiation to apply …
Trump’s conservation rollbacks spark widespread bipartisan concern in New Mexico, poll finds
By Bryce Dix, KUNM An annual bipartisan poll addressing conservation issues across the American West released its findings on Wednesday – highlighting serious concerns among voters across both …
Common birds aren’t so common anymore. Here’s how you can help count them.
By Bryce Dix, KUNM Every February, just before birds start to migrate north in the spring, bird watchers from around the world come together to participate …
Navajo Nation awarded $110 million in broadband infrastructure
By Jeanette DeDios, KUNM The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) has announced over $900 million in investments towards broadband infrastructure, with the help of …
Driver Privacy and Safety Act aims to address both immigration enforcement and surveillance concerns
By Florian Knowles, KUNM New Mexico is considering legislation this week that would change how citizens’ license plate information is shared. Senate Bill 40, the Driver Privacy …
Lawmakers consider a statewide policy to prohibit students from using cell phones during school
By Jeanette DeDios, KUNM Lawmakers from the Senate Education committee advanced a proposed bill on Monday that would require all school districts and charter schools to …
New report shows oil and gas spills in New Mexico have decreased, but spill volume is up
By Florian Knowles, KUNM There were over 38,000 oil and gas spills in New Mexico last year. That’s according to a report released yesterday at the …
Santa Fe organization expands its emergency meal service
By Jeanette DeDios, KUNM As new work requirements take effect for federal food assistance, following uncertainty created by the lengthy government shutdown late last year, a Santa Fe-based …