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Republicans unhappy with special session, possible tax increases

By Kyla Asbury | 4 years ago

Republican Whip Rod Montoya (R-Farmington) is not happy with how the 2020 special legislative session is going, according to a New Mexico Republican release.

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Special election scheduled for June 18

By Kyla Asbury | 4 years ago

New Mexico's special election is scheduled for June 18, the Rio Grande Foundation reported.

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Republicans unhappy with Lujan Grisham's reopening phases

By Kyla Asbury | 4 years ago

The Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) released a statement after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham held a press conference and updated her public health order.

State police announce investigation into shooting involving Lea County deputy

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 28, 2020

The New Mexico State Police announced it is investigating a shooting involving the Lea County Sheriff's Office that occurred in early January.

State sheriffs' association opposes 'unconstitutional' red-flag legislation

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 16, 2020

Members of the New Mexico Sheriffs' Association oppose a proposal for red-flag legislation, which would give police and relatives the ability to temporarily take guns away from those they believe may be a danger to themselves or others.

State grants historic Gallinas River water-rights permit

By Kyla Asbury | Dec 20, 2019

The New Mexico Office of the State Engineer granted a first-of-its-kind water-rights permit that will keep water in the Gallinas River.

State GOP releases statement on ruling in lawsuit

By Kyla Asbury | Nov 23, 2019

The New Mexico GOP said it believes in the validity of its lawsuit despite a recent ruling in a lawsuit involving absentee ballots in Dona Ana County, it said in a press release.